Princeton NJ Events

History/Nature Hike at Institute Wood, Historical Society of Princeton

Saturday December 13, 2025
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Princeton Battlefield parking lot

500 Mercer Street, Princeton

Join us on a hike through the treasured Institute Woods to explore bits of history, as well as the sites and sounds that form this unique and serene setting. Hear stories about the Woods’ origin and the ways IAS mathematicians, physicists, and other members have engaged with it. Stops along the way will highlight the history of early Stony Brook, the Battle of Princeton, the Old Trolley trail, the establishment of the Institute for Advanced Study, and Founders Rock. We will make a special stop at the infamous Swinging Bridge, then hike over to the observation decks at the adjacent Rogers Wildlife Refuge. Along the way, there will be moments to observe, engage, and identify the different varieties of birds, plants, trees, and everything in between!

Please note: This is a moderate to advanced hike with uneven terrain. Trails may be muddy/slippery. Comfortable hiking boots/shoes, water, and insect repellent are recommended.

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Tim Burton’s THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS – Interactive Movie Event, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday December 13, 2025
2:00 PM

2 and 8pm

Enter an extraordinary world filled with magic and wonder, where every holiday has its own special land. Enjoy the heartfelt tale of Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town and all things that go bump in the night. Bored with the same old tricks and treats, he yearns for something more, and soon stumbles upon the glorious magic of Christmas town where he decides to fill Santa’s shiny boots and bring this joyful holiday back to Halloween. Come in costume and Play-Along with this cult classic, with our motivators. Includes interactive goody bag. $22/$20 PG

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Holiday Craft Day, Roebling Museum

Saturday December 13, 2025
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bring the whole family to Roebling Museum on December 13th! We'll have craft stations for children of all ages. Then, head over to the tree lighting in the center of our historic village! The tree lighting will happen in the center of town at 5th Ave and Main Street.

Pay What You Wish

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Holiday Party, Alliance Francaise of Princeton

Saturday December 13, 2025
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

This month we're having our yearly holiday party with a Provence focus! Again, it will be held at The Blue Bears at the Princeton Shopping Center. It will be on Dec. 13th from 3:30 to 5:30. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres, pastries, wine, and soda. Members $15 and non-members $45. Please go to our website for all details and to get your tickets. Space is limited. https://allianceprinceton.com/

Scuttled by the Revolution - Talk at the Trent House

Saturday December 13, 2025
4:00 PM

The Trent House Association presents a talk by Jason Cherry in the Trent House Visitor Center on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 4 pm. The talk will describe plans developed during the early 1770s for a fourteenth American colony to be known as "Vandalia" and its fate as rebellion arose in the other colonies.

For more information, visit www.williamtrenthouse.org.