Events Calendar in Princeton NJ

Breakfast with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Applebee's, 315 Route 206, Hillsborough, NJ

The Raritan Valley Mothers of Multiples organization is proud to be co-sponsoring a Breakfast with Santa Event along with All Day Learning Centers!! Enjoy breakfast with your family and there will be a photo opportinity with Santa! Every child will receive a gift!

Proceeds will go to support a family in need from the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey and the Raritan Valley Mothers of Multiples.

Strollfit- Fitness Class

Sunday, December 10, 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

Breakfast with Santa

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

Clinton Fire House, 1 New St, Clinton NJ

Breakfast with Santa hosted by Boy Scout Troop 121 takes place 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 10, at Clinton Fire Department, 1 New St., Clinton. Please join the for all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice.

Bring your camera. Santa is available for pictures from 9-10 a.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Santa and Me

Sunday, December 10, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Santa and Me

Santa is coming to Gone Paintin' and he has left his handprint for you to take home on a great ceramic plate. We just need to add your handprint to make it perfect. You cannot forget to leave him and the reindeer snacks on this plate when he makes a visit to your house this year. Plates will be ready one week from this event date. Photo opportunity with Santa will be available so you can sit on his lap and let him know what you want for Christmas. Holiday music, take home craft and light snacks provided. Advanced sign up is required.

First Crossing Reenactment

Sunday, December 10, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Washington Crossing Historic Park

George Washington’s daring 1776 Christmas Day crossing of the Delaware River and defeat of the Hessians in Trenton is considered a turning point in the Revolutionary War. Join fellow citizens from around the country on Sunday, December 10, for a Bucks County tradition featuring several hundred reenactors clad in Continental military dress and George Washington himself. Listen as General Washington delivers an inspiring speech and then leads his troops across the river in replica Durham boats. In addition to the crossing reenactment, special colonial-era activities and demonstrations throughout the historic village provide your family with a full day of fun and learning. (actual crossing at 1 PM)

Breakfast with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Clinton Fire House, 1 New St, Clinton NJ

Breakfast with Santa hosted by Boy Scout Troop 121 takes place 8 a.m. to noon on Sunday, Dec. 10, at Clinton Fire Department, 1 New St., Clinton. Please join the for all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee, tea and orange juice.

Bring your camera. Santa is available for pictures from 9-10 a.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Breakfast with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Giggleberry Fair, Lahaska

Breakfast with Santa

Kick-off the Christmas Season with a wonderful breakfast in the company of Santa & Mrs. Claus!

Enjoy a buffet-style breakfast, storytime with Mrs. Claus, special treats, a $5 Game Card, and time to play at Giggleberry Mountain, The Grand Carousel and Giggles Discovers. Menu includes: Scrambled Eggs
Waffles On A Stick
A Variety Of Cereals
Tater Tots
Sausage
Freshly Cut Fruit
Coffee / Tea / Orange Juice / Milk

This magical morning with Santa at Giggleberry Fair has been an annual delight for all ages!

Dates:
Sunday, November 19: 10:30 - 12 p.m.
Sunday, November 26: 10:30 - 12 p.m.
Sunday, December 3: 10:30 - 12 p.m.
Sunday, December 10: 10:30 - 12 p.m.
Sunday, December 17: 10:30 - 12 p.m.

Gingerbread Competition & Display

Sunday, December 10, 11:00 AM - 7:00 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.

Photos with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 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

Sunday, December 10, 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

Sunday, December 10, 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

Sunday, December 10, 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

Sunday, December 10, 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.

Photos with Santa

Sunday, December 10, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Schaefer Farms, 1051 County Road 523, Flemington NJ

Santa Claus will be visiting the farm December 10th, from 1pm to 3pm and December 17th from 1pm to 3pm. Bring your camera, photos with Santa will be available. Are you on his list? He's checked it twice! Bring your family to visit him so he knows what they want under your tree.

Holiday Mini Photo Sessions

Sunday, December 10, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Chirp Marketplace, 26 FULPER ROAD

Procrastinator? No worries! We're hosting holiday photos just in time for you to make your cards.
Family pets are welcome in your photos too!
$25.00 for a 15 minute photo session and 2 enhanced digital images with the option to purchase more.
Email nkrutsick@stardustphotographynj.com to book your timeslot!​

Sunday Funday

Sunday, December 10, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Mission Cognition 856 Hwy 206, Bldg A, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Join us for music, relay races, games, arts & crafts, holiday rock painting and more!

North Pole Express

Sunday, December 10, 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.

The Nutcracker

Sunday, December 10, 4:00 PM

Hillsborough High School & Multiple locations and dates - see event description and event URL

The New Jersey Youth Ballet’s Nutcracker is THE Nutcracker to see if you have Children. This Nutcracker is fully narrated and abridged so children and adults of all ages can enjoy. The ballet is danced almost entirely by children and teens. Dolls and sweets come to life, mice and toy soldiers battle and snowflakes dance in a beautiful snow covered forest. Come and enjoy this beautiful story and the precision and grace of these beautiful young dancers.

Schedule of Performances at other locations:

-The Brook Theater in Bound Brook on Sat, December 9th at 1:00 p.m., all tickets $21

-Hillsborough High School on Sun, December 10th at 4:00 p.m., all tickets $21

-Kelsey Theatre at Mercer County commmunity College, Children and Seniors $14, Adults $16.

Friday December 15th at 10:00 am & 7:00 p.m.

Saturday December 16th at 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.

Sunday December 17th at 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.

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.