Princeton NJ Events

Doylestown Arts Festival

Sunday September 8, 2024
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Experience the magic of the Doylestown Arts Festival on September 7 & 8! Hosted by Discover Doylestown and presented by The Thompson Organization, this spectacular event spans eight blocks of downtown Doylestown. Enjoy artworks from over 150 artists, live musical performances across five stages, and hands-on art demonstrations, it's an unforgettable experience for all ages. Designed to illuminate the region's ongoing commitment to arts and culture, this free festival has become a premier destination in Bucks County.

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River's Edge Artisan Festival at The Lambertville Station

Sunday September 8, 2024
11:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Mark your calendars for a summer send-off you won't forget!

The River's Edge Artisan Festival is splashing back onto the Delaware River on September 7th & 8th, from 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM. This riverside rendezvous is the perfect way to celebrate the changing season. Browse one-of-a-kind art, handcrafted creations, and local services while enjoying live music by the Sam Ryan Band and the Laurie Vosburg Band. Plus, there will be yummy food options to keep your energy up as you shop! Artisans and food vendors, this is your chance to elevate your reach!

Contact danielwang@lambertvillestation.com or call (609) 397-8300 ext. 500 (Mon-Fri, 9 AM to 5 PM) to join the festival fun.

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Fiesta Latina, Mercer County Park

Sunday September 8, 2024
12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, the Board of County Commissioners, the Mercer County Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H), and the Trenton Puerto Rican Community & Friends Organization (TPRCFO), are excited to announce Mercer's 2nd Annual Fiesta Latina. This celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month will run for two days and feature live music, craft vendors, children's activities, and more.

On Saturday Sept. 7, Grammy Award nominee and musician Toño Rosario will take the stage along with the legendary salsa group Puerto Rican Power. The day's celebration will be hosted by comedian Joey Vega, supplemented by a blend of sounds from DJ Ralph Mercado. On Sunday, Sept. 8, attendees can immerse themselves in the music stylings of cumbia, merengue, mariachi, and more. Headlining this dance-worthy day will be three-time Grammy award winning salsa and latin jazz composer and performer Jeremy Bosch, accompanied by Jose Tabares' All Star Band.

Tickets for the Fiesta Latina can be purchased on Eventbrite.com or at the door day-of. Tickets purchased presale will cost $15 per day, or $25 for both days. Day-of tickets will cost $20 each day or $35 for both days. Parking is free for all attendees. TICKETS

Picnic in the Vineyard, Crossing Vineyards & Winery

Sunday September 8, 2024
12:00 PM

Grab a blanket and head to the winery for a casual picnic lunch. Includes a basket full of goodies and a bottle of wine. Find yourself a shady spot and take in the vineyard views while you sip and snack! Bonus: keep the basket, glasses and a souvenir corkscrew. Perfect for couples, friends and families. Reservations required. Cost: $85 per basket (feeds 2)

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Winery Weekend Music Series, Terhune Orchards

Sunday September 8, 2024
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Join family and friends for our winery weekend music series. Set in our wine orchard among 100 year old apple trees, it is the perfect way to relax, connect, and toast the weekend. Enjoy a glass of one of our award-winning wines, by the glass, in a tasting flight or a refreshing wine slush. Sit back and listen to live music from local artists each week. Styles range from Jazz and Blues to Folk and Rock. Music is from 2pm-5pm.

Light fare available. Bring the entire family to enjoy fresh air on the farm, stop in the farm store for fresh produce, baked goods and local gourmet items, and stroll on the farm. Barn Door Cafe is open on weekends for lunch fare, homemade treats and ice cream. Winery hours 12pm-5pm. No outside food or pets please. No reservations needed for less than 8 people. Groups over 8 require reservation.

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Author Event: Anastasia Rubis in Conversation with Laurie Albanese, Princeton Public Library

Sunday September 8, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

The writer and journalist discusses her novel “Oriana: A Novel of Oriana Fallaci” with Laurie Albanese. Tea and cookies will be served. Book signing to follow.

Anastasia Rubis has written the first biographical novel about Oriana Fallaci, the brilliant and glamorous Italian journalist who blazed a trail for women in the '60s and '70s with her provocative interviews of world leaders and celebrities, but struggled in her personal life to find love and happiness. ?Fallaci is placed in the same category as Barbara Walters and Mike Wallace when naming the greatest interviewers of all time and is widely considered as a trailblazer who broke through the glass ceiling of journalism, but the story of her career and her great love is little-known in America — until now.

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Cider and Cheese Tasting, Cherry Grove Farm

Sunday September 8, 2024
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

There is a long tradition of pairing cider and cheese, particularly in English pubs. Join us as we explore the subtle flavors, contrasts and complexities of four different Ironbound Ciders and four of Cherry Grove's cheeses. Dan and Cam from Ironbound and one of our cheesemakers will discuss cider tasting technique and offer tips and tricks for pairing cider with cheese. Indulge your senses and relax as they guide you through an informative hour or so of fun and frivolity. Bring your friends and family for a pub lunch and relaxing afternoon on the farm.

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Empire Records - The Musical, McCarter Theatre

Sunday September 8, 2024
2:00 PM

Sept 6 - Oct 6

Overflowing with optimism, ‘90s counterculture, rooftop dancing, and the spirit of punk rock, Empire Records tells the story of a band of idealist misfits fighting to save their beloved record store from a corporate takeover. With tactics ranging from desperate to dangerous, the team comes together during a visit by over the hill pop star Rex Manning to discover the true value of friendship, love, and music—all in one extraordinary, unforgettable day.

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Concert: The Rebound, Hinds Plaza

Sunday September 8, 2024
4:00 PM

The band performs covers of classic rock songs from from a wide range of bands and eras at this concert on Hinds Plaza, the last of this summer's Listen Local Series. The Rebound is a Princeton-based band formed by a group of close friends with a shared passion for music. We play an eclectic mix of rock songs, from The Beatles and beyond, spanning the '60s to the modern era. Band Members include Bob Belloff (lead vocals, guitar), Andrew Wax (lead guitar, vocals), Laura Manfredi (bass, vocals), and Eric Heller( drums).