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!
Palmer Square Annual Tree Lighting
Kick-off the holiday season with some Black Friday shopping and the annual Palmer Square Tree Lighting.
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
40 Nassau St.
Princeton Revolutionary Pub Crawl
The Princeton Tour Company's professional guides break down the inside story of Princeton’s role in taking down the British.
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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'The Nutcracker' at McCarter Theatre Center
The American Repertory Ballet Presents "The Nutcracker," the holiday favorite tells the magical story of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they embark on a journey.
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Matthews Theatre, 91 University Place
Breakfast with Santa in the Tap Room
Naughty or nice, all are welcome to enjoy a morning meal in the Yankee Doodle Tap Room. Santa will be stopping by for all diners. Reservations required.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Nassau Inn, 10 Palmer Square E.
Vintage Tree or Truck Painting Party at Color Me Mine
Add to your holiday decor with a beautiful Vintage Light Up Hand painted piece (all sizes available) at this annual Truck and Tree Painting Party!
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301 N. Harrison St.
Holiday Wreath Making Workshops at Morven Museum and Garden
Create a wreath using a variety of natural decorations from Morven’s gardens, ribbon, and assorted “holiday bling.”
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55 Stockton St.
Author Idra Novey at Labyrinth Books
Author Idra Novey discusses her new book of poems, "Soon and Wholly."
6:00 p.m.
122 Nassau St.
Crafting a Mosaic Heart workship
The Arts Council of Princeton hosts an intimate workshop with Gisele Fetterman where you’ll learn to create a unique mosaic heart out of ceramic and tile pieces.
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
102 Witherspoon St.
Morgenthal Frederics: Jacques Marie Mage
Join Morgenthal Frederics for a celebration of collectible, rare, and exquisite pieces! They will have curated limited-edition and hard-to-find eyewear styles from Jacques Marie Mage. Bubbles will be served!
All day
57 Palmer Square West
Sustainable Minds: The State of Clean Energy
Sustainable Princeton presents a discussion about clean energy with Princeton University professor Jesse Jenkins and SilverGreen Energy Consulting principal Abraham Silverman.
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon St.
Festival of Trees Winter Garden Party at Morven Museum and Garden
Close out Morven’s 20th anniversary with its annual winter fundraising event, the Festival of Trees Winter Garden Party. Tickets start at $200 per guest.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
55 Stockton St.
Tara Lauren - Sonata Romantique Trunk Show at Princeton Bridal
Princeton Bridal's latest collection features ballet inspired designs of structured contoured lines, draped satin charmeuse, soft textured sequin lace, and dropped waist statement gowns.
10 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
301 N. Harrison 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:
Experience Princeton's Meetup at Maman
Our formal meeting will include an update from the teams. A reception with light refreshments will follow.
4:00 p.m.
43 Hulfish St.
Experience Princeton Virtual Meetup
Join in the discussion that will focus on updates about Holiday 2024 initiatives, Restaurant Week 2025, and more!
10 a.m.
Online via Zoom
Experience Princeton Board of Directors Meeting
Come to our next board meeting, hear about our work and voice your ideas and concerns.
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Nassau Inn, 10 Palmer Square
