Princeton NJ Events

Princeton 5K

Saturday March 21, 2026
8:30 AM

Now in its 17th year, the Princeton 5K continues to represent all that is good about community in-person events. Athletes, young and old, big and small, fast and not as fast — come together year after year to run or walk while generously supporting the Princeton High School Cross Country and Track & Field teams.

For those under 10 who aren’t up for the full 5K, the Kids Dash offers a fun but challenging 300m loop. Every participant will receive a youth-sized t-shirt and wear bib #1 with pride.

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World Water Day @The Watershed

Saturday March 21, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

World Water Day 2026 Morning time frame 10 a.m. - noon Each session will offer games, explorations in our lab, water-themed arts and crafts, a vernal pool exploration hike, visits with critters that live in our water, and so much more! Try a sample from our Water Bar -- small cups filled with drinking water from local towns and wells - and vote on which one you think tastes the best. Learn about the importance of protecting our local water ways and the various actions you can take to keep our water clean, safe and healthy. World Water Day is an annual United Nations event, started in 1993, focusing on the importance of water. This year the UN is focused on water and gender. Patches will be available for purchase in our Nature Store on World Water Day.

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Read & Explore Program @Terhune's

Saturday March 21, 2026
10:00 AM

Getting Ready for Spring

Terhune Orchards’ Read and Explore Program is a winter education series designed to engage young learners through stories, hands-on activities, and seasonal farm learning. The program follows the popular Read and Pick Program. This session is about Getting Ready for Spring. his Read and Explore session focuses on Getting Ready for Spring, helping young participants transition from winter into the excitement of a new growing season. As Saint Patrick’s Day is the traditional day to plant peas and spinach and get the garden ready! The program lasts about an hour and includes a story and educational segment. After story time, each child will plant seeds to take home.

 Please register online https://terhuneorchards.ticketspice.com/2026readexplore 

12.00 per child includes activity

Saturday Canal Walk

Saturday March 21, 2026
10:00 AM

Saturdays (Year Round) 10:00 AM

Three mile walk on the towpath, year-round. Free. Meet at Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, at the end of the parking lot near the road. Register to get notice of cancellations due to weather by emailing canalwalkers@googlegroups.com.

Open House, Cedar Hill Prep

Saturday March 21, 2026
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Discover why 90% of our students attend top colleges!

Discover how project-based learning, STEM inquiry, and real-world problem solving transforms students into confident, capable thinkers ready for high school and beyond.

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Robin Hood, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday March 21, 2026
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

Set in a whimsically stylized medieval England, Palena’s Robin Hood features swashbuckling adventure, clever humor, and a strong ensemble. Follow Robin and his Merry Men — Will Scarlet, Little John, Maid Marian, and the rest — as they outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham. $13.

1483 State Route 179, Lambertville. www.musicmountaintheatre.org

Wine & Chocolate Weekend, Terhune's

Saturday March 21, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Bring your favorite wine and chocolate lovers to sample Terhune Orchards’ award-winning wines. For this encore chocolate weekend, Terhune is offering a special wine and chocolate pairing of locally made chocolates and Terhune wines. Chocolate pairing includes wine flight, chocolates and a souvenir glass. Terhune has partnered with Pierre's Chocolates of New Hope, PA known for their old-world recipes and single-origin artisan chocolates. Homemade fare and light bites also available. Catch up with friends by the fire pit outside the winery or inside the cozy wine barn. Enjoy live music from 1pm-4pm.

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Spring Artisan Market, Unionville Vineyards

Saturday March 21, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Shop local the first weekend of spring! Over 15 local farms and artisans, including Cherry Grove Farm and Hot Graham Sauce Company, will be lining the walls of the Tasting Room barn on March 21st & 22nd, 12-5PM. Food by Antimo's Italian Kitchen on Saturday and More Than Q Barbeque on Sunday. Live music both days.

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Summer Camp Open House, The Pennington School

Saturday March 21, 2026
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Summer at Pennington Open House - Student Center

We'll have kid-friendly activities and information about our camp programs. 

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Princeton University Art Museum Tour with Alliance Francaise Princeton

Saturday March 21, 2026
1:00 PM

We're pleased to provide an opportunity for our members, teachers and students to attend a free docent-led tour of collections' highlights of the new Princeton University Art Museum. The date is 3/21. Please arrive at 12:45 for a 1pm tour. RSVP with Gail Bruno at: gailbruno7@gmail.com