Princeton NJ Events

In Person Shadow Day, Villa Victoria Academy

Friday December 13, 2024
7:35 AM - 2:45 PM

Thinking about making a change for this year or next year? Middle school and high school in-person classes are offered to those girls wanting to be a Villa girl for the day and learn more about our program. Shadow day spots are limited so register early.

Visitors will spend the day with a Villa ambassador in the appropriate grade. Parents tours are also available that day at 8 am and 1:15 pm.

Contact cwhite@villavictoria.org for more information or to register. Registration is also available at https://villavictoria.org/schedule-a-tour/.

Villa Victoria Academy, 376 W. Upper Ferry Road, Ewing, NJ 08628 - An all-girls, private school serving girls in grades 6-12.

Book Fair For Holiday Gifts of Sustainability @ESG Book Store

Friday December 13, 2024
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

The ESG Bookstore - A new and independent bookstore specializing in Environmental, Social and Governance books is now open at 195 Nassau Street in Princeton. Please join us December 13 -15 for our Holiday Book Fair.

- Free entry.

- A selection of 500+ best books on sustainability/ESG published in 2024 is available for browsing and purchase.

- Serves all age groups from 3 to 18 years, young adults and professionals, executives, vacationers, book club members, general readers and students.

- Exclusively focuses on sustainable lifestyle at home and workplace, and sustainable management of resources among many more crucial 30+ sustainable topics.

- Books are available for general as well as in-depth reading of sustainability/ESG contents.

- Similar topics books for parents/youngsters are also available.

- Ten workstations are set up at the bookstore to browse these books comfortably.

For more information: Please visit our website https://esgbestreads.com/

Wreck the Halls, Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market

Friday December 13, 2024
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Hundreds of vendors, makers, and artists; dozens of food trucks; celebrity guests; live DJs; on-site tattooing; and sideshow performances. $15 general admission. 

CURE Insurance Arena, 81 Hamilton Avenue, Trenton. www.trentonprfm.com. 

Reception at Trenton City Museum

Friday December 13, 2024
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Trenton City Museum will host a reception to celebrate the art and artists of the museum's final new exhibitions of 2024. Admission is free, with donations gratefully welcomed. The two shows in separate galleries throughout the museum's first floor are "Voices In Color" and "Mother + Son Continued".

Click here for more information

A Rose in Winter, Princeton Singers

Friday December 13, 2024
6:00 PM

Songs of the season to warm the heart and ring in the joys of Christmas, led by artistic director Steven Sametz. Free.

Trinity Church, 33 Mercer Street, Princeton.

The Nutcracker, Kelsey Theater

Friday December 13, 2024
7:00 PM

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.

Mercer County Community College, 1200 Old Trenton Road, West Windsor, 609-570-3333. www.kelseytheatre.org

PHS Big Band Dance, Princeton High School Cafeteria

Friday December 13, 2024
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

PHS Big Band Dance will feature all six of the high school's jazz bands, including the PHS Studio Band. 7 to 10pm, Princeton High School Cafeteria. $10 Adults, $5 Students. Proceeds benefit the PHS Band program. More at princetonjazz.org

A Christmas Carol, McCarter Theatre

Friday December 13, 2024
7:30 PM

McCarter's annual holiday tradition returns with magic, music, and merriment for all. This year, Joel McKinnon Miller (Brooklyn Nine-Nine) reprises his widely acclaimed performance as Ebenezer Scrooge, leading the audience on a fantastical journey through Christmases past, present, and future. Enjoy this classic story as it comes to life around you, creating magical memories with the ones you love. Let this festive spectacle usher you into the spirit of the season with all the delight, wonder, and generosity that Scrooge himself discovers.

Click here for more information

Princeton Folk Music Society Concert - David Roth

Friday December 13, 2024
8:00 PM

Friday November 15th, 8:00PM, Princeton Folk Music Society presents an evening with singer-songwriter David Roth. David strikes the heart and mind with his unique songs, moving stories, and powerful voice. Live and live-streamed. Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton. Tickets in advance or at the door: $25 ($20 members). Show starts at 8:00 PM, doors open at 7:30 PM.

For advance ticket sales, live-stream access, or more information: www.princetonfolk.org

An Evening of Readings & Carols, Westminster Choir College

Friday December 13, 2024
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Westminster Choir College of Rider University's will be hosting its popular holiday concert with evenings of holiday music and readings, featuring performances by Chapel Choir, Symphonic Choir, Jubilee Singers, Concert Bell Choir, and the Westminster Choir on Friday, December 13th and Saturday, December 14th, 2024 at 8 p.m. in the Princeton University Chapel.

Click here for more information