Princeton NJ Events

'A Christmas Carol', McCarter Theatre

Sunday December 14, 2025
1:00 PM

1 and 5:30pm

The holiday tradition you love is back—filled with music, magic, and the timeless spirit of generosity. And this year, McCarter is proud to welcome acclaimed actor Cameron Knight in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.

Gather your friends and loved ones to experience this timeless classic, brought to life in an immersive celebration of joy and generosity. A Christmas Carol is the perfect way to kick off the season—full of wonder, warmth, and the spirit of togetherness.

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White Christmas Sing-Along, Kelsey Theatre

Sunday December 14, 2025
2:00 PM

Theater to Go

Watch the Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Vera Ellen, and Rosemary Clooney classic on the big screen! But, Theater to Go adds an additional cast member – you! In a blizzard of audience participation activities, you will be guided by our hosts to Play Along and sing along with the movie. Come early for the Holiday Treats and our Ugly Christmas Sweater contest (of course!). $22/$20 G

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Princeton History Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton

Sunday December 14, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Princeton Battle Monument, 1 Monument Drive, Princeton

Enjoy a walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel and Palmer Square. Hear some of the classic history and lesser-known stories of Princeton’s diverse past. Tickets are $20. Advance purchase is required; use the form below. Tour starts in the courtyard of the Princeton Battle Monument (GPS address: 1 Monument Drive).

Please note: Space on this tour is limited to 25. Tickets are required for all participants. Questions? E-mail: eve@princetonhistory.org

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Service of Lessons and Carols, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

Sunday December 14, 2025
4:00 PM

York and Main streets, Lambertville. www.standrewslambertville.org.

The service follows that of King's College, Cambridge, England, adapted from an 1880 Christmas Eve service in Truro, England. It offers nine Lessons from Christian scripture, hymns, carols, and anthems. The choir, under the direction of Michael T. Kevane, leads singing of traditional carols presents Renaissance motets of Tomas Luis da Victoria and William Byrd, settings of traditional carols, and 20th century works by John Rutter and John Gardner. Free.