Best Things to Do in Princeton – Events & Attractions

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From the gorgeous architecture of Princeton University to shopping along Nassau Street to relaxing in the green of Palmer Square and other top-rated family-friendly attractions, this list covers Princeton’s best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities, including sporting events at Princeton University, tours at Morven Museum & Garden, and shopping at MarketFair.

? Top AttractionsPrinceton University, Morven Museum & Garden, Nassau Street, Institute for Advanced Study (where Albert Einstein worked), Palmer Square, the Paul Robeson House of Princeton, MarketFair Shoppes, the Farminary
? Outdoor Adventures – Kayaking along the D&R Canal, walking around Princeton University, Terhune Orchards & Winery
? Upcoming Events – Seasonal festivals, Pi Day (3.14) in honor of Albert Einstein, concerts on The Green, family-friendly activities
? RestaurantsYankee Doodle Tap Room at The Nassau Inn, Agricola Eatery, Witherspoon Grill, Elements, the Bent Spoon, Halo Pub, Peacock Inn (for high tea)

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Best Things to Do in Princeton

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Princeton Calendar of Events

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  • Photos with Santa at Marketfair

    MarketFair 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ, United States

    Santa will be available for photos in the Center Court (by Anthropologie) daily from November 22 to December 24 (closed Thanksgiving Day). Special Santa Events: Santa & Friends Arrival Celebration: […]

  • Princeton Festival

    Morven Museum & Garden 55 Stockton Street, Princeton, NJ, United States +1 more

    Top artists will perform from June 5 to 21 during the Princeton Festival on the grounds of Morven Museum & Garden. Chamber music performances can be heard at nearby Trinity […]

  • Sunset Sips & Sounds

    Sunset Sips & Sounds
    Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ, United States

    Come to the historic apple orchard at night for Terhune wine, music, light food and kids' activities around sunset. The winery is open from 12 to 8 pm, but music […]

    Free
  • Winery Weekend Music Series

    Winery Weekend Music Series
    Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ, United States

    Terhune's Winery Weekend Music Series is open to families on Saturdays and Sundays, June 6 through September 6 (plus Labor Day, September 7). Set in the wine orchard among 100-year-old […]

    Tickets required on festival weekends to access winery.
  • Cirque De Paris at MarketFair

    Cirque De Paris at MarketFair
    MarketFair 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ, United States

    Presented by Anouchka Bouglione, Cirque De Paris is returning to MarketFair August 21-August 31 for an enchanting 90-minute show where starting times vary. Including an international all-star cast of artists, […]

  • E-Cycling Event at MarketFair

    E-Cycling Event at MarketFair
    MarketFair 3535 US Highway 1, Princeton, NJ, United States

    Celebrate Earth Week with MarketFair by recycling your electronics. From April 21 to 30, community members can responsibly recycle unwanted e-waste during shopping center hours. Blue collection bins will be […]

  • August Sangria Weekends

    August Sangria Weekends
    Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ, United States

    Cool off with a glass of Terhune's own sangria paired with Terhune's own fresh fruits. There will be live music every Friday from 5-8 pm, and Saturdays and Sundays from […]

    Free
  • Winery Weekend Music Series

    Winery Weekend Music Series
    Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ, United States

    Listen to live music (Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 pm), either at indoor seating in the wine barn among the wine tanks or outdoors by the fire pits. […]

  • Summer Winery Weekend Music Series

    Summer Winery Weekend Music Series
    Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Rd., Princeton, NJ, United States

    Set in Terhune’s wine orchard among 100-year-old apple trees, the series includes live music, wine tastings, local gourmet goods from the market, and strolling along the farm. During festival weekends […]

    Free
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