Princeton NJ Events

NJ Balloon Festival

Saturday July 30, 2022
6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

July 29-31

The 39th annual New Jersey Lottery Festival of Ballooning is the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America! It is truly a must on anyone’s summer list of things to do – more than 100 sport and special shaped hot air balloons will take to the skies twice each day in mass ascensions over the scenic Hunterdon County countryside. Upwards of 175,000 people and media outlets from around the world are expected at the Festival in 2022.

Live Music, Food Vendors, Rides, and More

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West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday July 30, 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

It’s all about local food and seasonality at the West Windsor Farmers Market! This year’s season kicks off on May 7th and running every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm, the market will be filled with local farmers and artisan food producers, including a knife sharpener, all from within fifty miles of West Windsor to celebrate the bounty of New Jersey. This season’s roster includes nearly fifty farms and vendors, several with a rotating schedule, including a baker under the new NJ Cottage Rule.

Market held rain or shine in the lower Vaughn Lot of the Princeton Junction Train Station - ENTRANCE FROM 877 Alexander Road, free parking. NJ Transit bus 877 or Dinky and ½ mile walk to Vaughn Lot. Visit wwcfm.org or call 609-913-7581.

The WWCFM accepts SNAP/EBT and offers matching incentives towards fruit & vegetable purchases (up to $20 per market day). Several farms accept WIC/FMNP/SFMNP High school students and local community members are encouraged to volunteer with the WWCFM; please email manager@westwindsorfarmersmarket.org

Tai Chi by the River, Washington Crossing State Park NJ

Saturday July 30, 2022
9:30 AM

Join us for Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They'll be leading classes by the River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.

Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot. Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated!

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Canal Walks, Princeton Canal Walkers

Saturday July 30, 2022
10:00 AM

Saturdays, 10 a.m., 3 mile walk on the towpath, year-round weather permitting. Free.

Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. Email dsubber@gmail.com. 

Mercer County 4-H Fair, Howell Living History Farm

Saturday July 30, 2022
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

The fair includes animal shows and exhibits, homemade ice cream, hay rides, pony rides, music, magic shows and farm tours, as well as displays by the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Mercer County, Mercer County Wildlife Center Friends, Mid-State Beekeepers Association and many more. Admission and parking are free. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for Rutgers Against Hunger.

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Aladdin Jr, Music Mountain Theatre

Saturday July 30, 2022
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

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Aladdin Jr, Music Mountain Theatre

Saturday July 30, 2022
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

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Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards

Saturday July 30, 2022
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

 Live music by Brian Bortnick. Light fare, cheese plates, chips & salsa baskets, and wine by the glass available.

330 Cold Soil Road, Princeton, 609-924-2310. www.terhuneorchards.com.

Crazy for You, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday July 30, 2022
3:00 PM

3 and 8pm

July 29 - August 21

A zany rich-boy-meets-hometown-girl romantic comedy, Crazy For You® tells the story of young New York banker Bobby Child, who is sent to Deadrock, Nevada, to foreclose on a rundown theatre. In Deadrock, Bobby falls for spunky Polly Baker, the theatre owner’s daughter. But Polly takes an instant dislike to the city slicker, so Bobby vows – through cunning, razzmatazz, and a hilarious case of mistaken identity – to win Polly’s heart and save the theatre. Memorable Gershwin tunes from the score include “I Got Rhythm,” “Naughty Baby,” “They Can't Take That Away from Me,” “Embraceable You,” “But Not for Me,” “Nice Work if You Can Get It” and “Someone to Watch Over Me.” ALL SALES ARE FINAL. TICKETS ARE NON REFUNDABLE.

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Wine on the Waterfront, Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA)

Saturday July 30, 2022
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

The Friends of Washington Crossing Park’s Wine on the Waterfront returns to the banks of the Delaware River in Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) on Saturday, July 30 from 3:00 to 7:00 PM. The event will feature gourmet food, live jazz music, and one-ounce tastes of dozens of wines from a number of Pennsylvania wineries. Food will be available from Local Harvest Pizza and additional vendors. Invite your friends, bring your picnic blanket, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on the waterfront! All proceeds will help the Friends continue to provide educational and historical programming at the park. 

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