Princeton NJ Events

Santa Train Ride at Miniature Wunderland, NorthlandZ

Saturday December 18, 2021
10:00 AM

Santa is coming to Northlandz for Santa Claus event. Get ready for the most exciting holiday encounter ever with our Holiday santa Train Ride! Visit this weekend to feel the true holiday spirit with great Santa with santa claus train ride. Northlandz is promising to spread a cheerful Christmas vibe around that you are not going to forget for the whole next year. Santa Claus train ride event is for all kids and elders, families and friends. The kids are going to love the company of a real Santa that they always wanted to meet in person. It will be all fun, cheers and memories around! Come, bring your kids, and let them experience the real Christmas thrill. Grab your tickets on the spot or book online now at www.northlandz.com

Wreaths Across America Patriot Graves Commemoration Ceremony, Princeton Battlefield Society

Saturday December 18, 2021
11:00 AM

The Princeton Battlefield Society participates in a nation-wide wreath laying ceremony to commemorate American veterans and servicemen. Held at the Colonnade, site of the graves of several unknown soldiers killed at the Battle of Princeton.

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Babes in Toyland, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday December 18, 2021
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

The villainous Barnaby has fallen in love with sweet Mistress Mary Quite Contrary. If he can’t buy her love, then he’ll force her to marry him by threatening to foreclose on her mother, the poor Widow Piper. Mary already has her heart set on marrying Barnaby’s nephew Alan — but Barnaby hasn’t given up, and he herds the whole gang of Mother Goose Land characters to Toyland in pursuit of Mary. There, we encounter the magical mystery of Toyland as we meet the Master Toymaker and his quirky assistants Grumio and Marmaduke.

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Holiday Film Fest, Hopewell Theater

Saturday December 18, 2021
1:00 PM

Holiday Film Fest: The Polar Express, Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. www.hopewelltheater.com. $12.50. 1 p.m.

Holiday Film Fest: A Christmas Story, Hopewell Theater, 5 South Greenwood Avenue, Hopewell, 609-466-1964. www.hopewelltheater.com. $12.50. 4 p.m.

The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday December 18, 2021
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. The NJ Dance Connection presents this classic ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s magical score – abridged and fully narrated! Family and friends of all ages can celebrate the holiday season together at this delightful performance.

Note: Proof of Vaccination (or negative Covid test) required at door for 12 and up. Masks for 2 and up.

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

Saturday December 18, 2021
2:00 PM

2 and 7pm

American Repertory Ballet (ARB), under the leadership of Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel, returns to the State Theatre to perform the beloved classic Nutcracker with Tchaikovsky's magnificent score, stunning sets, thrilling choreography, and a live orchestra. Nutcracker tells the story of a young girl named Clara and how a mysterious gift from her Uncle Drosselmeyer brings about enchanted dreams and fantastical scenes.

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