Princeton NJ Events

West Windsor Community Farmers' Market

Saturday October 22, 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

Canal Walks, Princeton Canal Walkers

Saturday October 22, 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. 

STEAM Saturdays with Mobile Minds of NJ, The Community Well

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fun hands-on learning returns to The Community Well October 1 through November 12, 10 am to Noon. Saturday mornings are filled with science, tech and art learning. This term's theme is "Building An Amusement Park"! For more information and to register, contact Dee Saunders at (609) 557-7325 or contact mobilemindsofnj@gmail.com. To learn more about Mobile Minds of NJ and its programs, go to www.mobilemindsnj.org.

Location: Presbyterian Church of Lawrenceville, 2688 Main Street (Rte. 206) in the village of Lawrenceville.  

OAKtober Celebration at Marquand Park

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

OAKtober Celebration at Marquand Park Children's Arboretum--(Rain date Sunday, October 23rd)

Join us for a celebration of the Oak in Marquand Park in Princeton! Free oak saplings, cookies and cider, oak scavenger hunt. Marquand Park is bordered by Lovers Lane, Mercer Street, and Stockton Street. There is pedestrian access from all of these; the main entrance and parking lot are at 87 Lovers Lane. https://www.marquandpark.org/ 

Pumpkin Painting Party, Color Me Mine

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

On Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 22 and 23, Color Me Mine is hosting its 3rd annual Pumpkin Painting Party (not limited to pumpkins!) at the Princeton Shopping Center. Studio fees are only $5 for this event. Advanced registration is required. Visit princeton.colormemine.com or call the studio at (609) 581-9500. The event is part of Princeton Shopping Center's Fall Fest on October 22, from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Princeton Fall Fest, Princeton Shopping Center

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Enjoy the beauty of the season at Princeton Fall Fest with 80+ vendors, live music and plenty of fall-themed foods. Fall Fest vendors will take over our entire courtyard with a wide range of goods including vintage, textiles, apparel, handmade works from artisans, crafters, jewelry, vinyl -- you name it, it'll all be here! Plus, Princeton Shopping Center businesses will be fall-ready and waiting for your support. Plan to enjoy lunch + snacks throughout the day at one of our many dining options for all tastes + ages. We've got live music lined up all day to keep the vibe going.

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Fall Fest, Lambertville Station Restaurant & Inn

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Take in the brilliant foliage and breathtaking views as you browse through vendors featuring local artisans, crafts, games, family activities, food trucks, beer garden, and live music. Rain or shine.

Lambertville Station Restaurant & Inn, 11 Bridge Street, Lambertville. www.lambertvillestation.com.

Princeton Photo Workshop: Still Life Photography Basics

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Fully interactive virtual learning

Learn the basics of still life photography, including how ro photograph products, food and objects to create engaging images. We'll delve into lighting and take you through the steps of designing a still life setup.

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Princeton Photo Workshop: The Art of Still Life Photography Course

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Saturdays, October 22-November 5, 2022 Princeton, NJ (Live in the Studio) & Fully interactive virtual learning

Mastering Still Life photography is an excellent way to sharpen general skills and comprises an essential part of a photographer's portfolio. Learn and practice setup and lighting products, tabletop, food and objects to create images that make familiar objects compelling to the viewer.

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Fall Family Fun Weekends, Terhune's

Saturday October 22, 2022
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday

What better way to celebrate fall than with Pick-Your-Own Pumpkins and Apples! Choose just the right pumpkin for your jack-o’-lanterns or decorations. Kids have fun at the pumpkin painting station. Apple picking is at our 13 Van Kirk Road location. Enjoy pony rides, pedal and play tractors, children’s games & activities, visit the Corn Stalk Maze and Hay Bale Maze, Adventure Story Barn “All About Pumpkins”, our barnyard of farm animals and so much more farm fun. Take a stroll on our pollinator sunflower trail and discover the farm on our scavenger hunt.

Terhune Orchards features live music played by some of our best local talent. On Saturday enjoy the tunes of Magnolia St String Band and on Sunday tap your toes to Tookany Creek. Buy early & Save. Admission is discounted in advance. (children under 3 are free). Admission tickets must be purchased for the festival, winery, and farm store entry. Fall Fun is here! Don’t Wait, Come Early & Save: Ticket prices increase for October so don't delay all the fall fun! Buy Early and Save for September! $12 online in advance/ $15 day-of. Online tickets: terhuneorchards.ticketspice.com/fall-2022