Princeton NJ Events

South Pacific, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday October 18, 2025
2:00 PM

2 and 8pm

THE MTM Players

Spend an Enchanted Evening (or afternoon) with The MTM Players as they whisk you away to The South Pacific with this beloved Rodgers & Hammerstein classic featuring Bali Hai, Younger Than Springtime, You Have to Be Taught, I’m in Love with a Wonderful Guy, and of course Some Enchanted Evening. Based on the anecdotes of a real-life U.S. Navy commander who was stationed on an island, South Pacific follows two intercultural love stories: Nellie, a spunky Navy nurse from Arkansas, and Lieutenant Cable who both find themselves struggling to reconcile their own cultural prejudices with their amorous feelings, all while under the dark cloud of a war that is coming ever closer to their island paradise.

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Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday October 18, 2025
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Princeton Shopping Center

Bring your little ghosts and goblins to enjoy a day packed with Halloween fun! The event will feature a wide range of children’s activities, including face painting, balloon artists, craft stations, and, of course, trick-or-treating from local retailers. It’s the perfect family-friendly way to celebrate the spooky season!

While the kids are enjoying the festivities, adults can relax and unwind with a cold drink in hand! The beer garden pop-up hosted by Triumph Brewery will serve refreshing “BOOze” to keep the Halloween spirits high. Throughout the day, enjoy live music from local artists, making this Halloween event an unforgettable celebration for the whole community.

After all the spooky activities, settle down for a magical Movie on the Green. Bring your blankets and enjoy a screening of the classic.

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Comedy Night at The Washington Crossing Inn

Saturday October 18, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Join us for a hilarious night of dinner and comedy on Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 to 9:30 PM! The evening features a four-course gourmet meal followed by a stand-up performance from the talented John McClellan, as seen on CBS, Netflix, and Sirius/XM.

Location: The Washington Crossing Inn, 1295 General Washington Memorial Blvd, Washington Crossing, PA 18977

Tickets: $95 per person (includes tax and gratuity) RSVP: Ready to reserve your spot? Call Hilary at 215-493-3634 ext. 4. Don't wait—this is one night you won't want to miss! https://www.washingtoncrossinginn.com/

Alt Rock Fest 'Four on the Floor' @ACP

Saturday October 18, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Catch over three hours of high-voltage alt rock from Giant Inflatable Dog, Cherry Blossoms, Bomber Jacket, and The Plebs. Founded by local musician Jedd Lopez, this artist-run festival fuels the future of live music and raises funds for the Arts Council of Princeton. Since the festival's inception, Four on the Floor has raised over $2,000 towards funding arts programs, exhibitions, art supplies, and events.

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Kick Off Fundraiser, Hairy's Dog House

Saturday October 18, 2025
6:00 PM

Hairy’s Dog House will be hosting a kickoff fundraiser—a high-end wine tasting event on October 18th at the historic Cranbury Inn. The event will feature exclusive wines, gourmet pairings, and a limited number of VIP experiences. Tickets are limited—please visit Hairy's website to support Hairy through your ticket purchase. Proceeds will directly support Hairy’s outreach visits and therapy dog certification programs.

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HIP Rent Party 2025

Saturday October 18, 2025
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Join HIP for an energizing evening at Princeton's Frick Chemistry Lab Atrium, where we will bring together the most essential elements for creating stable housing: our community and resources. The formula for the evening will include food, drinks, music, a silent auction, games and more!

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Author: Henry Grabar, Princeton Public Library

Saturday October 18, 2025
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

The author discusses his book "Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World."

Henry Grabar will explore how the pursuit of the perfect parking space has forced us to sacrifice affordable housing, attractive architecture, walkable neighborhoods, and lively town centers in favor of congestion, sprawl, and waste, weaving the parking fixation into the history of the postwar American city. He will also discuss his reporting on how cities and towns across the country are beginning to challenge this legacy of 20th-century car culture, with surprising results.

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Chris Thile in Concert, McCarter Theatre

Saturday October 18, 2025
7:30 PM

MacArthur Fellow and GRAMMY® Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, and composer Chris Thile, hailed as “that rare being: an all-round musician” (The Guardian), brings his genre-spanning artistry to McCarter. This wide-ranging program features selections from his acclaimed solo recordings of Bach’s Sonatas and Partitas — including the upcoming second volume out this fall — alongside his signature blend of classical, folk and improvisational brilliance.

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Dylan Altman Concert, Roosevelt Arts Project

Saturday October 18, 2025
7:30 PM

Dylan Altman returns to his hometown of Roosevelt on October 18th at 7:30 PM to perform his unique sound—a captivating blend of rock, blues and R&B. A talented songwriter and performer, Altman has been making his mark in Nashville's music scene since 1995, crafting hit songs across a variety of genres that have earned him recognition and respect in the country music world. For more information about the Roosevelt Arts Project please visit our website at https://www.rooseveltartsproject.org.

Sweeney Todd, Music Mountain Theater

Saturday October 18, 2025
8:00 PM

Attend the dark, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love, murder and revenge set against the backdrop of 19th century London. An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett's luck sharply shifts when Todd's thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up... and the carnage has only just begun!

This production contains depictions of gore and dark themes that may be unsettling for younger or sensitive audiences. Please contact the box office for more details.

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