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Hoboken Cultural Affairs is a division of The City of Hoboken. We curate and produce cultural events for the City of Hoboken, including the Arts and Music Festival, Art Month, The Harvest Festival, Movies Under the Stars, our Summer Concert Series, and community art and culture programs.

We also administer the Public Art Fund, which maintains Hoboken's existing public art inventory as well as supports new permanent public art.

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The City of Hoboken is proud to announce that internationally renowned artist Brenda K. Starr will headline the annual Hoboken Spring Arts & Music Festival scheduled for Sunday, May 18. The artist, celebrated and known for her Grammy-nominated #1 pop ballad “I Still Believe,” has captivated audiences with her Spanish albums, including Te Sigo Esperando (RIAA-certified Gold and Platinum), No Lo Voy a Olvidar, Pétalos de Fuego, and the critically acclaimed Temptation, which earned two Latin Billboard Awards in 2002.

“We are excited to welcome Brenda K. Starr, an internationally renowned artist, to headline this year’s festival and bring her incredible talent to the City,” said Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla. “From live music to local artisans and great food, the Hoboken Spring Arts & Music Festival has something for everyone and highlights what makes Hoboken such a special place to live, work, and visit. I encourage residents and vendors alike, to come and experience this wonderful cultural celebration.”

The highly anticipated event attracts over 30,000 visitors each spring and showcases the City’s vibrant cultural scene, on Washington Street from Observer Highway to Seventh Street. It features live musical performances on two stages, a variety of eateries, and over 300 artists, makers, crafters, and vendors.  

In addition to Brenda K Starr, the lineup this Spring will feature new acts and some returning favorites on two stages. 

The Seventh Street Stage line-up, located on Washington Street between Sixth Street and Seventh Street, is as follows: 

  • A variety of local kid performances, including the All Saints Bold Dancers, Arya Dance, and School of Rock. 
  • Finn Douglas and Friends: A young Broadway singer with a wide repertoire
  • 3 Dollars: A popular local rock group bending the genre rules of post-emo punk.
  • Alyx Astryx: A dark pop artist with 1980s synth influences
  • Allie Sandt: Indie folk singer-songwriter

The Observer Highway Stage line-up, located on Washington Street between Observer Highway and Newark Street, is as follows:

The Hoboken Spring Arts & Music Festival is funded in part by a grant from the NJ Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism (www.visitnj.org) and is sponsored by Ironstate, Veolia, and the Hudson County Division of Parks & Roads. 

 Wheelchair-accessible seating can be made available for each performance with a week's prior notice. Please contact Hoboken Cultural Affairs at 201-420-2000 Ext. 5102 to make a request. Accessible restrooms will be located near the main stage on Observer Highway and on Washington Street at Third Street. 

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