Princeton NJ Events

Spring Market @Stockton Market

Saturday March 28, 2026
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Experience the vibrant Spring Market on Saturday March 28th from 8-3 PM! This is a free to attend community event celebrating local artistry with an optional hands-on floral design class ($95). Explore unique vendors and embrace creativity in our picturesque setting by the Delaware River!

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Tour of Princeton's Watershed, Hinds Plaza

Saturday March 28, 2026
9:00 AM

Did you know that there used to be a large spring-fed pond and a flowing brook through downtown Princeton? Discover how to read the landscape for hints about our watery history. Learn about once large runs of migratory fish in the nearby Millstone River and how you can help restore this natural wonder. Discuss the major threats to our local waterways today and steps you can take to protect clean water in our region. This family-friendly walk will be approximately 6/10 of a mile in downtown Princeton. Part of the Princeton Environmental Film Festival. For the full schedule, visit the festival website.

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Saturday Canal Walk

Saturday March 28, 2026
10:00 AM

Saturdays (Year Round) 10:00 AM

Three mile walk on the towpath, year-round. Free. Meet at Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton, at the end of the parking lot near the road. Register to get notice of cancellations due to weather by emailing canalwalkers@googlegroups.com.

Torah Talk with Rabbi Adler, Adath Israel Congregation

Saturday March 28, 2026
10:15 AM

Once a month, before Shabbat morning Torah service (approximately 10:15am), join Rabbi Adler for an interactive text study on themes of the weekly torah portion and enjoy a fun coffee and tea bar. RSVP not necessary.

Adath Israel Congregation, 1958 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville NJ 609-896-4977

Peacocks & PJS, Grounds for Sculpture

Saturday March 28, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Price: Free for members, Free with admission A peacock made from colorful pieces of paper. GFS- Danielle Costello Dress in your comfiest pajamas for a fun-filled day of activities exploring GFS’s favorite pheasant – the peacock! Enjoy a reading of Can You Dance Like a Peacock? by Rekha S. Rajan and get your groove on during a dance party with Perry the Peacock. Then, head over to the SmartCart to learn fascinating facts about our feathered friends that call GFS their home. Before heading out, let your creativity run wild creating your own colorful peacock to take home. This program is designed for families of all ages to learn, dance, and create together!

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Art Pop-Up: Recent Works by Joe Kossow, Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday March 28, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, 609-924-8777. www.artscouncilofprinceton.org.

Special pop-up exhibition invites audiences to explore and collect the Princeton-based artist's recent pieces, each rooted in historical photography and reimagined through his expressive, interpretive techniques. Free.

Strolling Bunny at Palmer Square

Saturday March 28, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Every-bunny is invited to hop on over to Palmer Square for some springtime fun! While you explore our charming boutique shops or enjoy a delicious family lunch, keep an eye out for the Spring Bunny hopping around the Square every Saturday and Sunday from March 21st through April 4th. Bring your little ones and capture some adorable moments!

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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday March 28, 2026
2:00 PM

Boisterous, ribald and ultimately shattering, The MTM Players bring us the unforgettable story of a mental hospital and its inhabitants. When a brash new inmate arrives, the rigid routine of the ward, headed by the tyrannical Nurse Ratched, is thrown up for grabs. In a world where sanity means conformity and following the rules is the only way to survive, this drama is a powerful exploration of both the beauty and the danger of being an original.  $24/$22 R

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Mame, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday March 28, 2026
3:00 PM

3 and 7:30

When the ebullient and convivial socialite Mame Dennis suddenly becomes responsible for the upbringing of her nephew, Patrick, the wealthy sophisticate embraces the challenge, introducing the boy to all of life's wonders. $36 to $38.

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Café Improv, Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday March 28, 2026
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

For the past 30 years, Café Improv has connected beginning and professional performers in the Arts Council of Princeton’s Solley Theater. Serving as a vibrant musical oasis for the Princeton community, Café Improv is a gathering place to share artistic ideas and provide inspiration to others. Attendees can expect an evening of exciting local music, poetry, comedy, and more! Café Improv is easily accessible to the public through affordable admission rates of $1 for ACP Members and $2 General Admission. Learn more.