Princeton NJ Events

Only the Good Spy Young, Princeton Public Library

Saturday December 17, 2022
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Students in sixth through 12th grade are invited to follow a trail of clues through the library to earn a prize. Stop by the Youth Services Desk on the third floor to pick up a clue sheet for this self-guided program.

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday December 17, 2022
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Vaughn Drive Lot, 877 Alexander Road, Princeton Junction. www.wwcfm.org.

Seasonal produce, mushrooms, pastured meats, local seafood, artisan cheese, jams, honey, breads, sweets, eggs, and pickled vegetables.

Kick off the Holiday Season Weekend, Terhune's

Saturday December 17, 2022
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Dec 17 & 18

Join us for holiday festivities. Enjoy fun for the whole Family - a visit to our barnyard of animals. Choose the perfect Christmas tree and wreath. Start your holiday shopping. Unique selection of gift baskets, with Terhune Orchards fruit, baked goods, and even wine - perfect for anyone on your list!

Visit with Santa on Saturday in our Winter Wonderland display and have fun in our North Pole. Warm up by the bonfire with hot chocolate and roasting marshmallow kits. In the wine tasting room from 12pm-5pm, warm up with our hot mulled wine and try our award-winning wines. Enjoy live music from 1pm-4pm.

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Jingle Jam - Sing Along with Sarah

Saturday December 17, 2022
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Jingle Jam! - A Holiday Sing Along for Babies and Toddlers 

Arts Council of Princeton Theater

Link to purchase tickets: http://www.singalongwithsarah.com

Santa @Terhune's

Saturday December 17, 2022
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join us for holiday festivities this weekend at Terhune Orchards. Enjoy fun for the whole family with a visit to our barnyard of animals, playground, and pedal tractors. Choose the perfect Christmas tree and wreath. Let us help you with your holiday shopping! Discover a unique selection of gift baskets filled with Terhune Orchards fruit, baked goods, and even wine — perfect for anyone on your list!

Visit with Santa on Saturday December 10th from 12-3pm. Take photos in our Winter Wonderland display. Warm up by the fire pits with hot chocolate and roasting marshmallow kits.

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The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday December 17, 2022
1:00 PM

1 and 4pm

Young Clara sneaks downstairs on Christmas Eve to play with her favorite present – a Nutcracker – when she is suddenly confronted by the menacing Mouse King! Her Nutcracker prince comes alive, saves her and whisks her away to the Land of The Sweets where Snow Queen & King, snow fairies, dancing sugar plums and toy soldiers all await her. This classic ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score, is abridged and fully narrated! Family and friends of all ages can celebrate the holiday season together at this delightful performance. Special Event $16/$14

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The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @State Theatre of New Jersey

Saturday December 17, 2022
2:00 PM

2 and 7pm

Celebrate this annual Nutcracker tradition with your family! Featuring a live orchestra! This holiday favorite tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they battle toy soldiers and larger-than-life mice, and travel through a whirlwind of dancing snowflakes to the Land of Sweets. Greeted by the Sugar Plum Fairy and her Cavalier, Clara enjoys a suite of brilliant and joyful dances before opening her eyes to the familiar sights of her home, wondering if it was all a dream.

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A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre

Saturday December 17, 2022
2:00 PM

Dec 7 - 24

2 and 7:30pm

This McCarter tradition is back and just as spectacular as you remember!

Create memories with the ones you love at Princeton's Tony Award-winning theatre. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on a magical journey through Christmas past, present, and future and watch as this story comes to life around you! This annual holiday tradition will usher you into the spirit of the season with all the joy, wonder, and generosity that Scrooge himself discovers.

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Big Band Holiday Concert, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday December 17, 2022
3:00 PM

3 and 8pm

A festive evening of song and dance combining quintessential holiday music in the style of Mariah Carey, Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and more, played live by a 17-piece big band.

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

Holiday POPS! Princeton Symphony Orchestra - Two Showtimes

Saturday December 17, 2022
3:00 PM

3 and 6pm

Richardson Auditorium, Princeton University Campus

Mark your calendar now for this year's Holiday POPS! concert at beautiful Richardson Auditorium! There are two performances to choose from to allow for a relaxing in-town lunch or a post-concert celebration with family and friends!

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