Princeton NJ Events
Events for Saturday December 20, 2025
Holly Jolly Holiday Market @MarketFair
Saturday December 20, 2025
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
A wonderland of local creativity, artisan crafts, unique gifts and specialty items for the holidays!
Join us under the warm lights as Santa's reindeer barn sets the backdrop for this amazing showcase of over 30 local talented, artisans and craftspeople. Live music will be featured 3:30-6pm on Saturday and 2-5pm on Sunday with complimentary hot cocoa. Holiday movies for the kids and family will be featured all weekend long and for added fun and delight, kids can write a letter to Santa at the Santa Letter Writing & Craft Center.
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Frosty & Rudolph, Music Mountain Theater
Saturday December 20, 2025
11:00 AM
11 and 1pm
School is out, and the neighborhood children decide to build a snowman. When they place an enchanted hat on his head, he springs to life! To be sure he doesn’t melt, the kids take Frosty to the North Pole where he meets Rudolph, and they hatch a plan to save Christmas by using the reindeer’s incredible red nose to guide Santa’s sleigh. Join us for a jolly new take on traditional holiday stories!
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Holiday Children’s Workshops, Terhune's
Saturday December 20, 2025
11:00 AM
Celebrate the season with festive fun at Terhune Orchards! Each children’s workshop includes a holiday story, a hands-on decorating activity, and a cozy cup of hot chocolate.
• Dec 13: Let’s Get Ready – Ornament Making
• Dec 20: Sweet & Festive – Cookie Decorating
Registration is $10 per child and available online. Stay after the program to meet Santa from 12–2pm!
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'A Christmas Carol', McCarter Theatre
Saturday December 20, 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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Holiday Strolling Entertainment at Palmer Square
Saturday December 20, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Our beloved Holiday Strolling Entertainment is back this year to fill Palmer Square with holiday cheer! While you’re here doing your holiday shopping, dining, and crossing off all the gifts on your list…you just might run into joyous carolers with Santa strolling from corner to corner! Enjoy festive performances every weekend from November 29th through December 21st.
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The Nutcracker, American Repertory Ballet @State Theatre of New Jersey
Saturday December 20, 2025
2:00 PM
2 and 7pm
A tradition for sixty years, American Repertory Ballet’s THE NUTCRACKER is one of the longest continuously running productions in the nation and a perfect holiday treat for all ages! With thrilling choreography set to Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, ARB’s professional company will be joined by students from Princeton Ballet School to tell the story of Clara, a young girl who receives a magical Christmas gift and embarks on an enchanted journey. The Nutcracker holds a special place in the hearts of both new and longtime patrons, becoming synonymous with the holiday season.
Performances will take place from Friday, November 28 through Sunday, December 21, 2025 in Princeton, Red Bank, and New Brunswick.
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The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater
Saturday December 20, 2025
2:00 PM
1 and 4pm
The adventurous Clara sneaks downstairs on Christmas Eve to play with her favorite present from Uncle Drosselmeyer – a nutcracker, when a menacing Mouse King suddenly confronts her. Saved by her Nutcracker Prince, she is whisked away to the magical Land of The Sweets. Family and friends of all ages can celebrate the holiday season together at this enchanting show, and stay and meet the performers after the show. $22/$18 G
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Holiday Concert, Music Mountain Theatre
Saturday December 20, 2025
3:00 PM
3 and 8pm
A Music Mountain Theatre tradition!
Join us at Music Mountain Theatre for this festive evening of song and dance combining quintessential holiday music in the style of Mariah Carey, Rosemary Clooney, Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and more! This concert is played live by a 17-piece big band and performed by some of your favorite MMT personalities. This annual event is the perfect way to share in the holiday spirit with our wonderful community.
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