Princeton NJ Events

Pumpkin Palooza at the Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday October 25, 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pumpkin Palooza, our annual art + science bonanza, is back! Learn all about the science of hot glass with Pezz Glasswork artists Jarryd and Gywn. They’ll show you how they manipulate 2,000-degree molten glass to create all kinds of fun glass pumpkins! Plus, shop their glass pumpkin patch of all colors and sizes. The sciency-fun continues with the Princeton University Molecular Biology Outreach Program, who will teach you how to extract DNA from pumpkins in a hands-on, all-ages experiment.

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Clothing Swap at Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday October 25, 2025
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Calling all sustainable fashion enthusiasts! Join The Arts Council of Princeton and Stylebook for a one-for-one swap: for each piece of clothing you bring, you can take one home! You know that gorgeous dress you only wore once, or the statement piece that turned out to be not really your style? Why not swap them for something new and see if your piece could become someone else's wardrobe staple? Come hunt for new-to-you pieces that will become a mainstay in your closet for years to come. Bonus, we'll have a seamstress on hand to help you get a good fit, a custom patch bar, snacks, and more! Plus, specific designer labels are worth two swaps! See the website for details.

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Books, Bugs, & Belonging: A Progressive, Quaker, Outdoor Approach to PS-3rd Grade, Princeton Friends School

Saturday October 25, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Open House for Ages 3-3rd grade and Their Caregivers

This series is designed for both current and prospective Princeton Friends School families. Together, we’ll explore the heart of a progressive Quaker education, with opportunities to hear from faculty, students, and special guests.

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Great Pumpkin, Music Mountain Theatre

Saturday October 25, 2025
11:00 AM

11 and 1pm

Join us for our original, annual, interactive Halloween happening full of silly skits and spooky songs like Love Potion #9, Purple People Eater, Monster Mash, and meet The Great Pumpkin! Come in costume for a special treat bag and a chance to join the costume parade during the show!

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Stylebook Clothing Swap, Arts Council of Princeton

Saturday October 25, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

We all have a piece of nice clothing that just didn’t work out for whatever reason. It might not fit your size, your life, or maybe your style has just evolved. Whatever the reason, special clothes don’t have to be stuffed in the back of the closet or wind up in a landfill. Why not swap them for something new and see if your piece could become someone else’s wardrobe staple? Sign-up here.

 

Fall Music Series, Palmer Square

Saturday October 25, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Celebrate the fall season with live music every Saturday afternoon on the Green! Enjoy al fresco dining, browse local shops, and let the sounds of acoustic covers, classic rock, and jazzy favorites bring the town to life. Grab a picnic table or bring your own chairs and blankets to relax on the lawn as you enjoy a crisp autumn afternoon filled with great music and good company!

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World of Materials Science Day, Princeton Public Library

Saturday October 25, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Learn. Explore. Play! In this family-oriented multilingual program, explore materials science with Princeton University researchers.

With many table-top activities, participants of all ages interact with scientists and engineers who study and manipulate materials. Join us and discover what Princeton University scientists are doing with polymers, crystals, electronic devices, computers, and much more! Also, learn about the exciting new research in materials science and engineering. Engage the scientists and engineers, ask plenty of questions, and have fun with the entire family.

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Trunk or Treat, Montgomery High School Parking Lot

Saturday October 25, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Calling all ghouls, goblins, and festive friends! Get in your best costume and come trunk or treat! Community partners will greet you with decorated trunks to hand out treats at our annual Trunk or Treat event! This is a spook-tacular way to celebrate Halloween with the community and provide a safe, fun environment for kids to collect candy.

Trick or Treaters do not need to register to attend. Please bring a non-perishable food item for Montgomery Food Pantry collection. Car Registration: Want to participate? Reserve your spot! Please use this link for the trunk or treat car registration.

The Mel Brooks Musical - YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, Kelsey Theatre

Saturday October 25, 2025
2:00 PM

2 and 8pm

Maurer Productions OnStage

It’s Alive! From the creators of Broadway‘s record-breaking musical comedy sensation, The Producers, comes a monster of a hit musical based on Mel Brooks’ classic comedy film masterpiece. This wickedly inspired re-imagining of the legend of Frankenstein is the story of the bright young doctor Frankenstein (that's Fronkensteen) who travels to Transylvania to complete the masterwork of his grandfather by bringing a corpse to life. This electrifying musical stage adaptation of Mel Brooks' brilliantly funny film is a scientifically proven, monstrously good time at the theatre which will leave you in stitches!

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Twelfth Night, Rider University

Saturday October 25, 2025
2:00 PM

2 and 7:30

Shakespeare's Twelfth Night meets a vibrant, jazz-funk score in this joyful musical celebration of love, identity, and self-discovery.

For more information, visit rider.edu/arts. Bart Luedeke Center Theater at Rider University 2083 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville, NJ, 08648