Events Calendar in Princeton NJ

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, December 9, 8:00 AM

Applebee’s Flemington NJ

Join us on December 9th for Breakfast with Santa!

$5 Drop-In Parachute Sing-A-Long

Saturday, December 9, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

649 Route 206, Hillsborough, NJ

Introducing Saturday Morning Intro to Gymboree! $5.00 drop in class with parachute and sing-a-long with Miss Liz. Every Saturday for the next 12 weeks from 9:00 am-9:45 am. NO CONTRACT, NO RESERVATIONS, NO COMMITMENT- Just come when you can. AGES 3 and under Parachute, bubbles and sing-a-long starts at 9:05. 908-369-0220 (Please note this is not a regular Gymboree class- just an introduction to our center with parachute time and a sing-a-long and a bit of open play with no commitment, reservations needed or strings attached)

Strollfit- Fitness Class

Saturday, December 9, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Princeton Marketfair Mall

Come try our stroller based fitness classes called Strollfit. Everyday but Tuesday and Sunday. Fitness for you. Fun for your baby. Toddlers & Preschoolers are welcome. Bring your stroller, little one/s and have fun exercising. After class little ones play. We offer additional playdates and mom's socials throughout the year. It's a wonderful community of moms! To register for a free class visit www.babybootcamp.com

American Girls: Home for the Holidays

Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Hunterdon Art Museum

Enjoy some American Girl time and celebrate the holidays! We’ll make crafts from the Victorian era and other times and then celebrate the season with a tea party. Nut-free cookies and pink lemonade will be served. Sign up early for this popular workshop. Dolls are welcome but not required. Please wear a smock.

Please Note: Early Registration Rewards do not apply for this workshop.

Drop and Shop Canvas Class for kids

Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

14 Commerce St. Flemington, NJ 08822

Drop the kids off while you get some shopping done and we will create a yummy cupcake on a 16 x 20 canvas and glitter it up ( if they want ) when we are done. All ages welcome. If under 5 years old we recommend having someone stay to help them.
Advanced sign up required by 6pm on Nov. 25th. Sign ups close out at that time. No Walk Ins

North Pole Photo Props

Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Michaels, Flemington, NJ

Kids will make fun props and then strike a pose in front of a festive photo backdrop.

Grand Opening Party at Tumbles

Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tumbles, Princeton North Shopping Center 1225 State Road (Route 206), Princeton

Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of Tumbles Princeton! All day long we will offer free open gym and be doing several giveaways including a Free Session, discounted Sessions, Free Daily Tumble Zone Passes and Free Open Gym Time Passes! Come by and enter into our Grand Opening Photo Contest on Facebook, the winner will win a free session. We can't wait to see all your little Tumblers at the Tumbles of Princeton Grand Opening!

Gingerbread Competition & Display

Saturday, December 9, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Peddler's Village, Routes 202 & 263, Lahaska

Peddler's Village is a dazzling winter wonderland with one million jewel-colored holiday lights and our whimsical Gingerbread Display in the Village Gazebo until January 6! The Gingerbread Competition & Display is a feast for the eyes with more than 50 creative and whimsical entries on exhibit in the Village Gazebo.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Saturday, December 9, 11:00 AM

Music Mountain Theatre, Lambertville, NJ

When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to discover the real meaning of Christmas.

Junior Ninja Warrior Open Gym

Saturday, December 9, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

VertiQuest Gym, 3E Chimney Rock Road, Bound Brook NJ 08805

Open Gym (1 hour sessions) for ages 7 - 8 Yr Olds

This is an 'explore at your own pace' session for anyone ages 7-8 to try out most of the features of the gym. New entrants will be given a brief safety introduction and we will have staff in the gym to monitor participants and keep them at their skill level.

Other Sat Open Session - 1-2 PM

Photos with Santa

Saturday, December 9, 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Bridgewater Commons - Center Court Lower Level

Make a date with Santa

Don’t miss the easiest way to visit Santa—just reserve your time and skip the line! Save $5 on photos when you book between Monday and Wednesday (through December 9th).

Reservations and photo purchases are not required to visit Santa.

Regular Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
After Thanksgiving Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Special Hours:
12/15 – 12/23: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Christmas Eve: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

*Santa may take occasional breaks to feed the reindeer.

A Snow White Christmas

Saturday, December 9, 12:00 PM

Villagers Theatre, Somerset, NJ

Elves, Dwarfs, Santa and Snow White! Jolly holiday entertainment for the entire family.

Opening Date: 12/08/2017
Closing Date: 12/17/2017
Please Note Performance Times:

Friday Dec 8 only: 8:00pm
Saturdays: 12:00 and 3:00
Sundays: 12:00

Ticket Prices:

All seats - $10 All Tickets Adult/Senior/Student
No Group Rates or Discounts are available

Open Play

Saturday, December 9, 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM

YESTERcades, Division Street, Somerville, NJ

YESTERcades is a gaming experience straight out of the Golden Age of Gaming! Classic Arcades and Pinball PLUS Classic and Modern Consoles from Atari 2600 and the original Nintendo Entertainment System, to XBOX ONE and Nintendo Wii U. Our game library is stocked with the top titles for each system for your gaming pleasure.

Monday-Thursday: 12:PM - 2 AM; Saturday Hours: 10AM - 2AM; Sunday Hours: 11AM - 2AM

Check website for Holiday Closings.

Strolling Holiday Entertainment & Santa

Saturday, December 9, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Palmer Square Green, Downtown Princeton

Stop by Palmer Square for strolling holiday entertainment and a glimpse of Santa as he strolls the square.

Kick Off the Holiday Season at Terhune Orchards

Saturday, December 9, 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Terhune Orchards 330 Cold Soil Road

Join us for holiday festivities. Enjoy fun for the whole Family with wagon rides and visiting our barn yard of animals. Choose the perfect Christmas tree and wreath. Sample our delicious Gift Basket “ingredients” – homemade baked goods, cheeses, apple butter and more. Choose the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Unique selection of gift baskets, with Terhune Orchards fruit, baked goods, and even wine. Hand packed and ready for local delivery or shipping. From 12-4pm visit with Santa in our barnyard. In the wine tasting room from 12pm-6pm, Try our award winning wines and warm up with our hot mulled wine.

A Charlie Brown Christmas

Saturday, December 9, 1:00 PM

Music Mountain Theatre, Lambertville, NJ

When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus’ help to discover the real meaning of Christmas.

The Alien who Stole Christmas

Saturday, December 9, 3:00 PM

Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium

Discover the stars visible in the winter sky. Then follow Santa on a trip through the solar system when a friendly alien kidnaps him. The kids on the other planets need presents too, you know!

North Pole Express

Saturday, December 9, 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM

32 W Bridge Street, New Hope, PA

Check the website for hours and pricing!

The North Pole Express offers similar amenities to our Santa’s Steam Spectacular, but this Santa train is pulled by one of our vintage diesel locomotives.

Join Santa and Mrs. Claus as you depart New Hope Station for a North Pole Express Train ride through the historic Bucks County countryside on the way to the North Pole.

Winter Holiday Party with Santa Claus

Saturday, December 9, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

The Little Gym, 133 Stryker Lane, Hillsborough, NJ

The Little Gym of Montgomery/Hillsborough will be transformed into Winter Wonderland with the arrival of Mr. Santa. Bring your best phone camera to get your Christmas card photo taken! Families will join Santa for sweet picture moments. Kids will get to share their holiday wishes with Santa and read a story together. Each child will go home with a goody bag from Santa.
Spaces are limited, please call to reserve your family's spot today.

Saturday Night Out

Saturday, December 9, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Gymnastics Unlimited, Flemington, NJ

Includes pizza, a craft, lots of gym time, and a movie. Members pay $20.00, non-members and same day registrations pay $24.00. Ages 4 & up.Class is full at 40. No refund for no shows, substitutions OK. Must have form on file. On-line registration OK. Different movie each month. MUST sign up in advance. Late fees will apply.

A Christmas Carol

Tuesday, December 5 - Sunday, December 31, 7:30 PM

McCarter Theatre, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540

Available Dates:
December 5, 19, 29, 30 – 7:30pm
December 31 – 1pm

Follow Ebenezer Scrooge on a magical journey through Christmas past, present, and future and watch as our entire community—including 35 members from the greater Princeton area—bring this story to life around you! This exciting production will usher you into the spirit of the season with all the joy, wonder, and generosity that Scrooge himself discovers. Share the happiness of Dickens' perennial masterpiece and join us in celebrating this McCarter tradition with your friends and entire family.