Princeton NJ Events

It's Never Too Late, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday April 11, 2026
2:00 PM

1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor. kelsey.mccc.edu.

World premiere musical that weaves together the stories of individuals who discover that it's never too late to pursue their dreams. $26.

Mame, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday April 11, 2026
3:00 PM

3 and 7:30

When the ebullient and convivial socialite Mame Dennis suddenly becomes responsible for the upbringing of her nephew, Patrick, the wealthy sophisticate embraces the challenge, introducing the boy to all of life's wonders. $36 to $38.

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Samba Saturday!, ACP

Saturday April 11, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

What began as backyard jam sessions among friends has grown into a joyful community gathering. Samb’in Princeton is Princeton’s first roda de samba, where musicians play around a shared table and everyone is invited to sing, clap, dance, and celebrate together. Join us at the Arts Council to experience the rhythm, warmth, and spirit of samba — no musical experience needed, just bring your energy and enjoy! This event is BYOB — those over 21 are invited to bring their favorite beer, wine, or bubbly to enjoy during the event.

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Princeton Symphony Orchestra Gala 2026

Saturday April 11, 2026
6:00 PM

Join us on April 11, 2026 for a joyful black-tie evening at Jasna Polana. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, dancing, and a special musical performance highlighting the talents of Princeton Symphony Orchestra musicians!

To join the invitation list or inquire about corporate sponsorship opportunities, please contact Audrey by December 22 at ayeager@princetonsymphony.org. All donations and sponsorships benefit the PSO's concerts and community events, its flagship Princeton Festival, and PSO BRAVO! education programs.

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Angélique Kidjo, McCarter Theatre

Saturday April 11, 2026
7:30 PM

Five-time GRAMMY® Award winner Angélique Kidjo is one of the most powerful voices in global music today. With sixteen albums to her name, the Benin-born, genre-defying artist blends West African rhythms with American R&B, funk, jazz, and Latin influences to create music that is as joyous as it is visionary.

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Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey Presents Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5

Saturday April 11, 2026
7:30 PM

The Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey will present its Spring Concert on Saturday, April 11 at 7:30 PM at the War Memorial Ballroom in Trenton, led by Music Director finalist Kyle Ritenauer. The program pairs evocative orchestral miniatures with one of the great Romantic symphonies and offers audiences a full evening of music, visual art, and educational programming.

Designed as an immersive cultural experience, the evening invites audiences to engage with the music in multiple ways while enjoying a vibrant gathering of the arts in the historic War Memorial. Ticket holders can begin their evening with a free pre-concert lecture by musicologist Dr. Joel Phillips from 6:45–7:15 PM in the downstairs lounge, offering insights into the evening’s repertoire. The concert begins at 7:30 PM in the Patriots Theater with this vibrant program: Samuel Coleridge-Taylor — Ballade in A minor (approx. 13 minutes) Zoltán Kodály — Dances of Galánta (approx. 15 minutes) Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky — Symphony No. 5 in E minor, Op. 64 (approx. 45 minutes)

Audience members will also be able to enjoy a lobby art exhibition featuring works by Liz Aubry and John Gummere, highlighting local artists and expanding the artistic experience beyond the concert stage. To create a welcoming social atmosphere, Tea-For-All will offer refreshments for purchase in the lobby, and a gift vendor will present unique items for sale, making the event a complete evening of art, music, education, and community gathering.

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Hurricane Diane, Theatre Intime

Saturday April 11, 2026
8:00 PM

By Madeleine George

Directed by Pixley Marquardt '27

To prevent total climate disaster, Diane–a Greek god and part-time permaculture gardener–drops in on four women in suburban New Jersey to redesign their lawns and restart her cult of mortal followers. This hilarious, bold tragicomedy blends HGTV, Real Housewives, bacchanalia, and lesbian pulp, exploring the absurdity of living in the 'new normal,' and what it takes to escape it.

April 10-11 at 8 PM, April 12 at 2 PM $12 General | $10 Staff & Seniors | $8 Students or FREE with Student Events

Buy tickets at tickets.princeton.edu or the Theatre Intime box office 45 minutes before every show.