Princeton NJ Events

Axiom REACH 5k to Fight Cancer - Fun Run!

Saturday July 23, 2022
8:30 AM

Help us support patients as they seek rent, utilities, groceries, and hospice care - every bit counts!! We will run/walk 5k to fight cancer at 8:30 AM on Saturday, July 23. We need our community now more than ever as we support patients - 100% of the proceeds support cancer patients in our area.

Location: Nassau Hall (Princeton University Campus) Princeton, NJ US 08542 

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West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday July 23, 2022
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

It’s all about local food and seasonality at the West Windsor Farmers Market! This year’s season kicks off on May 7th and running every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm, the market will be filled with local farmers and artisan food producers, including a knife sharpener, all from within fifty miles of West Windsor to celebrate the bounty of New Jersey. This season’s roster includes nearly fifty farms and vendors, several with a rotating schedule, including a baker under the new NJ Cottage Rule.

Market held rain or shine in the lower Vaughn Lot of the Princeton Junction Train Station - ENTRANCE FROM 877 Alexander Road, free parking. NJ Transit bus 877 or Dinky and ½ mile walk to Vaughn Lot. Visit wwcfm.org or call 609-913-7581.

The WWCFM accepts SNAP/EBT and offers matching incentives towards fruit & vegetable purchases (up to $20 per market day). Several farms accept WIC/FMNP/SFMNP High school students and local community members are encouraged to volunteer with the WWCFM; please email manager@westwindsorfarmersmarket.org

Tai Chi by the River, Washington Crossing State Park NJ

Saturday July 23, 2022
9:30 AM

Join us for Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They'll be leading classes by the River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:30 am. Wear comfy clothes, no mat required.

Find us on River Drive in the lower park, in front of the main parking lot. Classes are free, however donations are deeply appreciated!

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Canal Walks, Princeton Canal Walkers

Saturday July 23, 2022
10:00 AM

Saturdays, 10 a.m., 3 mile walk on the towpath, year-round weather permitting. Free.

Princeton Canal Walkers, Turning Basin Park, Alexander Road, Princeton. Email dsubber@gmail.com. 

POSTPONED - Revolutionary Encampment, West Windsor History Museum

Saturday July 23, 2022
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

DUE TO EXCESSIVE HEAT - POSTPONED 

Join the Historical Society of West Windsor and the reenactors of the 6th Pennsylvania Regiment for a FREE, weekend-long colonial festival July 23 (11 a.m.- 5 p.m.) and July 24 (10 a.m.-3 p.m.).

The Revolutionary War encampment will feature live horses, musket firing demonstrations, flag ceremonies and much more. Don't miss this exciting event at the West Windsor History Museum on 50 Southfield Road, across from the Cranbury Golf Course.

For more information, visit https://www.westwindsorhistory.com/1776

Aladdin Jr, Music Mountain Theatre

Saturday July 23, 2022
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

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Sourland Mountain Festival

Saturday July 23, 2022
3:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The 17th annual Sourland Mountain Fest Presented by Unionville Vineyards and benefitting the Sourland Conservancy, returns on Saturday, July 23nd, from 3:00 – 8:30pm, rain or shine, at the beautiful Unionville Vineyards in East Amwell Township, NJ. Attendees will enjoy live music, local food, craft beer, wine and spirits, as well as a variety of local artisans, businesses and educational organizations all while taking in the bucolic views of the Sourland mountain region. Tickets are limited to the first 1,000 sold.

Discounted advance-sale tickets will be available Online soon for Adults, Youngsters (12-18); Children under 12 are Free. Visit www.SourlandMountainFest.com to learn more. Proceeds benefit the Sourland Conservancy. Website: https://sourlandmountainfest.com/tickets

Evening Animal Chores, Howell Living History Farm

Saturday July 23, 2022
5:00 PM

70 Woodens Lane 609) 737-3299 | howellfarm.org

Bring your boots and work gloves, because between 5:00 and 8:00 you'll be learning just what it takes to keep farm animals...by picking up a pitchfork and doing evening chores! Help farmers feed and water the animals, bring in the sheep from the pasture, collect eggs in the henhouse, grind corn in the barn, scrub and fill water tubs, and clean the horses' stalls for tomorrow's breakfast.