HOBOKEN, NJ (June 6, 2025) – The Hoboken Business Alliance (HBA), a special improvement district, is thrilled to welcome the return of the Hudson River Showcase Car Show on Sunday, June 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. This year’s event will once again transform lower Sinatra Drive into a stunning open-air exhibition of classic, exotic, and luxury vehicles. Free and open to the public, the showcase invites car enthusiasts of all ages to explore rare and iconic automobiles with the backdrop of the breathtaking Manhattan skyline.
Presented by the Hoboken Business Alliance and produced by Cars and Caffe and Main Street Pops, this experience offers something for everyone. Last year the showcase welcomed thousands of visitors, encouraging collaboration among community members and Hoboken businesses to create a memorable experience for residents and visitors.
“The Hudson River Showcase Car Show has quickly become a highlight of the year for Hoboken and the surrounding region,” said Roxanne Earley, Executive Director of the Hoboken Business Alliance. “We’re excited to bring this event back for its third year with Cars and Caffe and Main Street Pops to offer a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to experience automotive history and innovation up close while taking in Hoboken’s scenic waterfront, exploring our lively downtown, and supporting the local small businesses that make our city so special.”
“Main Street Pops is thrilled to once again produce this popular event with Cars & Caffe and the Hoboken Business Alliance,” said Tracy Gavant. “From the showstopper cars to Hoboken’s breathtaking NYC views, the Hudson River Showcase promises to wow and delight visitors of all ages.”
“Cars & Caffe is excited to transform Hoboken’s iconic Sinatra Drive into an automotive paradise for the 3rd Annual Hudson River Showcase car show this Sunday June 8th, along with the Hoboken Business Alliance and Main Street Pops!” said Tony Boniello, Founder of Cars & Caffe.
Featuring 100 vehicles from pre-1959 to the 1990s, a panel of judges will present an award to the auto show participants and their vehicles based on detail, quality, condition, and originality across multiple categories. This year’s showcase will also feature the presentation of the “Jen Giattino People’s Choice Award” by HBA President James Runkle, in honor of Hoboken’s former City Council President who was a judge at the inaugural event. Attendees can vote for their favorite car via a QR code on site. The award ceremony will take place, to be presented at 1:30pm. The emcee will be local actor Matt Lawler, and the panel of judges includes:
Joelle Hernandez- Hoboken Girl Contributor and Double Dough Bakers
Jordan Hernandez – Hoboken Girl Contributor and Double Dough Bakers
Grace Sciancalepore- Fourth-generation owner, Leo’s Grandevous
Elvi Guzman – Founder and Managing Director at Winning Events Group (Producer of City Challenge Race)
David White – Owner, David White Studios & Faithful Hound Productions
Maria Kosdan – Realtor, Prime Realty
Laurie Michelson – Owner, Hair Cult Salon
Geri Fallo – Former Director of Hoboken Cultural Affairs
Al Barsky – Gallerist, Barsky Gallery
Councilman Phil Cohen
Throughout the day, saxophonist Lonnie Youngblood will perform Frank Sinatra classics and other jazz pieces to entertain visitors. Community Lifestyle’s Youth Program will also have a matchbox car coin toss game for attendees to play.
The Hudson River Showcase Car Show will take place on the South Waterfront Walkway on Sinatra Drive, and lower Sinatra Drive will be closed during the Hudson River Showcase Car Show. For more information about the event, please visit the event’s registration page.
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