Princeton NJ Events

9th Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve

Friday October 13, 2023
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

The Hopewell Valley Arts Council is proud to announce the return of the Amazing Pumpkin Carve, back bigger and better than ever. In its ninth year, this year the Carve will be like an old-time festival with expanded activities and, of course, outrageously carved giant pumpkins. Visitors can wander through a captivating illuminated walk of creative Halloween fun from Wednesday, October 11 to Sunday, October 15, 2023 at Woolsey Park, Titusville, NJ.

Don't miss your chance to celebrate fall fun in Hopewell Valley while supporting the many talented artists who call this region home. The Amazing Pumpkin Carve is open for five days only: Wed, Oct 11 to Sun, Oct 15 at Woolsey Park, 221 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, NJ. kids in strollers are free. Hours: Wed, Oct 11 7pm-9pm / Th, Oct 12 5pm-9pm / Fri, Oct 13 5pm-9pm / Sat, Oct 14 3pm-9pm / Sun 3pm-7pm

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Spirits of Princeton Walking Tour, Historical Society of Princeton

Friday October 13, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Location: Princeton Cemetery, Greenview and Humbert Street, Princeton

In anticipation of Halloween, join us for this “history and horror” walking tour. Starting at sunset at the entrance to Princeton Cemetery, a tall, thin, spectral figure (your guide) will lead brave participants through town and campus, sharing stories from Princeton’s past that will enlighten the mind – and curdle the blood.

* Bring a flashlight, as it will get dark during the tour. * Recommended for ages 16 to adult. Tickets are $15. Advanced tickets required – no walk ups will be allowed. The number of available tickets will be listed under “Spaces” below. If there is not a box visible, then there is only one ticket remaining.

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Halloween-Themed Storytelling Event, WWAC

Friday October 13, 2023
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

West Windsor Arts invites you to share in some storytelling fun and Halloween mischief at its "We All Scream" storytelling event on Friday, October 13 from 7 to 9 pm. Bring your favorite Halloween memories to recount in a 5- to 7-minute story for this all-ages event.

The evening will feature a vegan gelato tasting by Mishti Chocolates, prizes for all the storytellings, and a grand prize for the audience favorites. All participants will have the opportunity to purchase full servings of gelato, with a portion of the proceeds supporting West Windsor Arts. The first four storytellers to register will be able to enter the arts center early to save the best seats for friends and family. All other storytellers (for a total of eight) will get a chance to tell their stories on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tickets are $20 in advance; $25 at the door. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit westwindsorarts.org/event/storytelling-scream/.

Public Night, Amateur Astronomers Association of Princeton

Friday October 13, 2023
9:00 PM

Weather permitting; call to confirm. Observation begins approximately 1 hour after sunset. No telescopes or observing experience necessary as our team members will be there to assist with the observatory telescopes.

Observatory, Washington Crossing State Park, Titusville, 609-737-2575. www.princetonastronomy.org.