Princeton NJ Events

America Laments Her Loss: George Washington Memorial Needlework

Saturday April 25, 2026
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Updike Farmstead, 354 Quaker Road, Princeton

America’s first national tragedy, the death of George Washington, was memorialized in many decorative arts. Among these were the samplers and other needleworks made primarily by young girls as part of their educational process. Dan Scheid, a prominent local needlework collector, will show numerous examples of these works from the early through mid-19th century that honor our first president and reflect the nation’s sense of loss. $10 per person, includes museum admission.

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

Saturday April 25, 2026
4:00 PM - 6:00 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!

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Dueling Pianos @Lambertville Station

Saturday April 25, 2026
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Looking for the perfect Saturday night plans? Join us for an elegant yet lively evening in our Ballroom on April 25.

Experience the talent of world-class piano players while enjoying a curated buffet dinner featuring Prime Rib, Chicken Saltimbocca, and a variety of seasonal favorites. The evening runs from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM and is priced at $79 per person. It’s the perfect blend of great food, creative cocktails, and interactive entertainment in the heart of Lambertville. Please note that reservations are required to attend. You can book your table online at lambertvillestation.com or by calling 609-397-8300. 

João Bosco Quartet, McCarter Theatre

Saturday April 25, 2026
7:30 PM

João Bosco has reason to celebrate. He kicks off his U.S. tour in celebration of his 80th birthday and more than 50 years of his career with a special performance at McCarter, cementing his status as one of the most influential figures in modern Brazilian music. A Latin GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, João Bosco is one of the heroes of Música Popular Brasileira, discovered by Vinicius de Moraes and championed early in his career by Antônio Carlos Jobim. He is renowned for his distinctive guitar playing and eclectic musical style, blending Samba and Bossa Nova, Jazz and Afro-American rhythms, along with elements from his Lebanese heritage and other global influences.

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The 39 Steps, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday April 25, 2026
8:00 PM

Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have this fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre. Only four actors play more than 150 characters in what becomes a feat of herculean hilarity and hair-pin turns in this two-time Tony Award-winning whodunit. Watch carefully as this show is chock-full of Alfred Hitchcock “Easter Eggs” galore. When a chance encounter with an ill-fated beautiful spy sends Richard Hannay into the bullseye of a dangerous international crime ring it will send our audience on a bullet train-fast comic thrill ride full of plot twists, romance, quick-changes, and laughs delivered at a delightfully dizzying pace. $24/$22 PG

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