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Free 3-Hour Electric Dandelions Dance Party Announced For Hoboken

All ages are invited to put on their headphones and disco outside near the Electric Dandelions public art display in Hoboken this month.

All ages are invited to put on their headphones and disco outside near the Electric Dandelions public art display in Hoboken this month.
All ages are invited to put on their headphones and disco outside near the Electric Dandelions public art display in Hoboken this month. (Caren Lissner/Patch)

HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hoboken Business Alliance, a special improvement district, will hold its first-ever Silent Disco at the Electric Dandelions, scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The free outdoor dance extravaganza will take place amidst the LED sculptures at Monroe Center Plaza at 770 Jackson St. and will include music and memories for people of all ages.

People will also be able to place a deposit on headphones to hear the music.

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Hosted by the HBA in collaboration with QuietEvents, the Silent Disco at the Electric Dandelions will transform Monroe Center Plaza into a dance floor.

What follows is the group's press release below. And you can get tickets here.

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Release On Electric Dandelions Disco

The event offers a unique twist on traditional parties and provides wireless headphones that stream music from three live DJs. Participants can switch between the DJ channels, which will feature genres like Pop/EDM/Mashups, 80s-2000s Throwbacks, and Hip-Hop/R&B/Latin, offering a personalized musical experience. Each headset has a color LED that shows which channel attendees are listening to, adding a futuristic touch to the Silent Disco while attendees enjoy personal music preferences and a shared experience throughout the night.

"Silent Disco at the Electric Dandelions is a spring celebration that brings public art and self-expression to Hoboken,” said Roxanne Earley, Executive Director, Hoboken Business Alliance. “It's a celebration of Hoboken's creative spirit, and we invite the community to join us for an unforgettable night of music and dancing under the stars and dandelions! As the HBA continues to foster community through immersive experiences, we look forward to welcoming residents and visitors to this vibrant activation."

Hoboken families, residents, and visitors are invited to join in this free celebration of light and sound. Headphones are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. A deposit is required, payable via credit or debit card. Attendees must present a valid ID to enter, and those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Interested attendees are encouraged to RSVP here.

The Electric Dandelions are lit up daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. and will be on display at Monroe Center Plaza and Pier A Park until June 6.

The Hoboken Business Alliance (HBA), a Special Improvement District created by the Hoboken City Council, is a driving force committed to helping small businesses thrive by revitalizing Hoboken's business landscape and enhancing the local economy through collaborative alliances. HBA brings together businesses, government, and the community to cultivate a flourishing city by supporting new and existing entrepreneurs, enhancing the public realm, and establishing Hoboken as a destination renowned for its unique charm, diversity, and economic prosperity.

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