Princeton NJ Events

Breakfast with Santa in the Tap Room

Sunday December 7, 2025
8:15 AM - 10:00 AM

Santa Claus is coming to… breakfast!

Naughty or nice, everyone’s invited to enjoy a festive morning in the Yankee Doodle Tap Room, complete with delicious bites, holiday cheer, activities and a visit from Santa himself. Strike a pose with the big guy in red, cameras welcome! Tickets: $7 per guest (non-refundable) Reservation holds your seat only; food & beverage not included in ticket price

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Cartoonist Tom Toro: A Princeton Public Library Book Brunch Event

Sunday December 7, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

The author presents and discusses his collection, "And to Think We Started as a Book Club..." Doors open at 10:45 a.m. for coffee & pastries. The conversation begins at 11 a.m. Book signing to follow.

Tom Toro is a cartoonist and award-winning children's book author & illustrator whose work has been a popular feature of the New Yorker for over a decade. His drawings also have appeared in the New York Times, Playboy, the Paris Review, and many other publications. He is the creator of the comic strip Home Free with Andrews McMeel.

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Twas the Night Before Christmas, Kelsey Theatre

Sunday December 7, 2025
1:00 PM

1 and 4pm

The excitement and wonder of the long-awaited midnight visit by Santa Claus, made famous in Clement Moore’s beloved poem, is brought to life in a fun and enchanting musical perfect for even the littlest ones. Bring the whole family for this joyous Kelsey holiday tradition. Stay and take a photo with Santa! $16/$14 G

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The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @Two River Theater

Sunday December 7, 2025
1:00 PM

A tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest continuously running productions in the nation and a perfect holiday treat for all ages! With thrilling choreography set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, ARB’s professional company will be joined by students from Princeton Ballet School to tell the story of Clara, a young girl who receives a magical Christmas gift and embarks on an enchanted journey. The Nutcracker holds a special place in the hearts of both new and longtime patrons, becoming synonymous with the holiday season.

Performances will take place from Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 21, 2025 in Princeton, Red Bank, and New Brunswick.

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Holiday Strolling Entertainment at Palmer Square

Sunday December 7, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Our beloved Holiday Strolling Entertainment is back this year to fill Palmer Square with holiday cheer! While you’re here doing your holiday shopping, dining, and crossing off all the gifts on your list…you just might run into joyous carolers with Santa strolling from corner to corner! Enjoy festive performances every weekend from November 29th through December 21st.

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Festival of Trees Winter Soirée

Sunday December 7, 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This year’s winter fête moves from the garden to inside the historic mansion. Winter Soirée attendees are invited to enjoy enchanting live music, a lavish array of culinary delights, and inspiring holiday displays, with proceeds benefitting special exhibitions, events, educational programming and the historic preservation of this beloved estate.

Tickets: $500 and up

Reserve tickets at www.morven.org/festivaloftrees or by contacting Megan Shackney, Morven's Chief Development Officer, at mshackney@morven.org.