Princeton NJ Events

The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @Union County Performing Arts Center - Sensory Friendly

Sunday December 5, 2021
1:00 PM

Sensory Friendly

American Repertory Ballet (ARB), under the leadership of Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel, returns to the State Theatre to perform the beloved classic Nutcracker with Tchaikovsky's magnificent score, stunning sets, thrilling choreography, and a live orchestra. Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl named Clara and how a mysterious gift from her Uncle Drosselmeyer brings about enchanted dreams and fantastical scenes.

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Holiday Open House, Friends of the Ewing Library

Sunday December 5, 2021
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Holiday books and other seasonal items for sale in the lobby area. Boutique open through December 18.

61 Scotch Road, Ewing

My Spirit Rejoices, Princeton University Chapel

Sunday December 5, 2021
2:30 PM

Advent concert featuring the university's Chapel Choir and organist Eric Plutz. Free.

A Christmas Carol @Music Mountain Theatre

Sunday December 5, 2021
3:00 PM

Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeon who believes that personal wealth is far more valuable thanhappiness. But, on Christmas Eve, he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts lead him through hisPast, Present and Future. This spectacular adaptation of Dickens most well-known story proved its staying power with a decade-long run at Madison Square Garden, and a holiday tradition here at Music MountainTheatre for the eleventh year in a row!

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Annual Menorah Lighting, Palmer Square

Sunday December 5, 2021
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join your friends from The Jewish Center for the Annual Menorah Lighting on Sunday, December 5th here at Palmer Square!

It has been a tradition for many years to celebrate Hanukah in Palmer Square and we invite everyone to join us for this ceremonial festivity. There will be great music, and great fun!

Location: Nassau Inn Patio, 10 Palmer Square Princeton, NJ

Tidings of Comfort and Joy, Westminster Concert Bell Choir

Sunday December 5, 2021
4:00 PM

Westminster Concert Bell Choir

Kathleen Ebling Shaw, conductor

Performing seasonal favorites on the world’s largest range of handbells...including Sussex Carol, The First Noel, White Christmas, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, Sleigh Ride and much more!

Rider University - Gill Memorial Chapel, 2083 Lawrenceville Road Lawrenceville, NJ 08648 United States

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Pet Photos with Santa, MarketFair

Sunday December 5, 2021
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

All domesticated pets welcome! Please keep on leash or in carriers and use the main entrance located by the clock tower and TGIFriday's.

MARKETFAIR 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ 08540 | (609) 452-7777

Classical Christmas, Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey, Patriots Theatre

Sunday December 5, 2021
4:00 PM

Seasonal favorites hosted by guest soprano Gianine Campbell and conducted by Daniel Spalding. Accompanied by Brett Miller on organ and Bob Egan on piano.

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African Music Ensemble Concert, Taplin Auditorium

Sunday December 5, 2021
5:00 PM

West and Central African music performance by Princeton University African Music Ensemble under the artistic direction of Olivier Tarpaga. Free; onsite registration required. In accordance with Princeton University policy, masks and COVID-19 vaccination will be enforced.

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Grand Reopening Holiday Concert , Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra

Sunday December 5, 2021
7:00 PM

Princeton Alliance Church, 20 Schalks Crossing Road, Princeton

The award-winning Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, based in the West Windsor/Plainsboro area, is presenting its Grand Reopening Holiday Concert on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 7 PM. This is the first concert of the Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra since the beginning of the pandemic, and the first LIVE in-person concert in 20 months!

Please join us for a great evening to start off your holiday season. Advance ticketing $15; At-the-door $20, ($18 seniors), VIP Premium Seating $30 Click here for ticket ordering (http://www.bravuraphil.org)