Princeton Events Calendar
We’ve upgraded our calendar to include the latest Princeton theater, music, art, culture and business-community events. Bookmark this page and come back often to plan your next day in Princeton, where there are discoveries around every corner!
'A Christmas Carol' at McCarter
The holiday tradition you love is back — filled with music, magic, and the timeless spirit of generosity. McCarter is proud to welcome acclaimed actor Cameron Knight in the role of Ebenezer Scrooge.
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Matthews Theatre, 91 University Place
Théo Ould, Accordion
Forget everything you know about the accordion — Théo Ould is here to blow your mind in this Princeton University Concert.
9:00 p.m.
Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall
Dinner and a Show: 'A Christmas Carol'
Enjoy a festive prix fixe dinner at the Yankee Doodle Tap Room before heading to McCarter Theatre Center’s stage for Dickens’ beloved classic.
7:30 p.m.
10 Palmer Square
Carols of Many Nations
Princeton Seminary hosts its annual Carols of Many Nations services. All are welcome to join the Chapel Choir to celebrate the Christmas Season.
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
64 Mercer St.
Artist Winter Village at Arts Council of Princeton
These festive pop-up shops, run by talented regional creatives, offer fun and unique gifts in cozy textiles, jewelry, hand-poured candles, charming children’s wear, pottery, wood, and so much more.
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Hinds Plaza, 66 Witherspoon St.
Princeton University Library Special Collections Showcase
Join Special Collections Librarians on the first floor of Firestone to see a selection of objects from across the collection and ask how to access rare and special holdings.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Firestone Library lobby, Princeton University
Kids Night Out at Color Me Mine
This special holiday edition of Kids Night Out is all about painting ceramic ornaments and dreidels — perfect keepsakes to celebrate the season.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
301 N. Harrison St.
New Jersey Folk Revival Music
A night of folk music history: Michael Gabriele explores the evolution of New Jersey’s music and Spook Handy celebrates Pete Seeger’s legacy in this Princeton Folk Music Society event.
8:00 p.m.
Christ Congregation Church, 50 Walnut Lane
BYOB Holiday Trolley Tour of Princeton
Get chauffeured through the decked out neighborhoods and beautifully festooned streets in a warm trolley while a Princeton Tour Company guide regales you with fascinating tales.
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29 Hulfish St.
Princeton Symphony Orchestra's Holiday POPS!
Join PSO for its annual Holiday POPS! concert, and enjoy all the magic of the season brought forth through festive music and song.
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Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall, Princeton University
Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour
On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk with the Princeton Tour Company, you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University and the town's legendary movers and shakers.
1:00 p.m.
116 Nassau St.
Holiday Strolling Entertainment at Palmer Square
While you’re 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!
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
40 Nassau St.
Experience Princeton events
Every month, Experience Princeton holds several events we’d love for you to take part in! Get to know the business community at our Meetups. Hear about our work at our Board Meeting. And for business owners, our Business Breakfast offers a chance to build connections. Here’s more info on upcoming Experience Princeton events:
