Princeton Events
There are so many things to see and do in the Princeton area. Check out our calendar of events below. If you're looking for a place to stay while in Princeton, check out our great hotels. We also have a variety of wonderful restaurants and things to do. There are also a few great annual events in the Princeton area. Enjoy your visit with us!
Featured Events
Peter Pan
- Date(s): 07/29/2010 - 07/31/2010
- Recurring daily
- Times: 8:00PM on Thu & Fri, 2:00PM & 8:00PM on Sat
- Location: Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ
- Contact: Arts Council of Princeton
- Phone: (609) 924-8777
- Admission: $15 General Admission / $10 ACP Members, seniors, students
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Odd Act Education presents Peter Pan, a Play by J.M. Barrie directed by Rob C. Thompson. There will be an 8:00PM performance on Thursday, July 29 and Friday, July 30. There will be a 2:00PM matinee and an 8:00PM performance on Saturday, July 31. Odd Act will be adapting the classic children’s play by J. M. Barrie into a haunting tale of mystery, wonder, and youth that will appeal to children and adults alike. Set to the accompaniment of an original score that includes children's instruments, this play promises to bring the audience on a magical journey into the unknown.
Ongoing Events
Envisioning the World: The First Printed Maps 1472 - 1700
- Date(s): 02/07/2010 - 08/01/2010
- Recurring daily
- Times: 9 am - 5 pm - Monday through Friday; 12 noon - 5 pm - Weekends
- Location: Leonard L. Milberg Gallery - Princeton University Library
- Admission: Free and open to the public
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Envisioning the World: The First Printed Maps, 1472-1700 opens in the Leonard L. Milberg Gallery of Princeton University Library at 4 pm on Sunday, February 7, 2010. Presenting approximately 30 rare world maps, drawn from the collection of Henry Wendt, Princeton Class of 1955, the exhibition explores the major trends in intellectual history from the early Renaissance through the scientific era of the Enlightenment. Through the language of cartography, the maps illustrate the way in which scientists, mathematicians, explorers and cartographers came to grips with the shape, size and nature of the earth as a whole and its place in the universe. Highlighted are the important contributions to this evolving cosmography of Ptolemy (2nd cent.), Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), Johannes Kepler (1571-1630) and Edmond Halley (1656-1742). Preceding the opening, at 3 pm in 101 McCormick at the Princeton University Museum, Henry Wendt will talk about the creation of his collection and Princeton professor Eileen Reeves, director of the Program in European Cultural Studies, will lecture on "Galileo: The Starry Messenger," about the great astronomer and his influence on world views.
Spring/Summer Season 2010 at Grounds For Sculpture
- Date(s): 05/02/2010 - 08/15/2010
- Recurring daily
- Times: 10am - 6pm. Closed on Mondays.
- Location: 126 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, NJ 08619
- Contact: Grounds For Sculpture
- Phone: (609) 586-0616
- Admission: Free with Grounds Admission.
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In the Museum, the pop-art sculpture of Keith Haring. His boldly colorful, strongly linear works take on the difficult themes of religion, drugs, life and death, sexuality, and unity with imagery ranging from darkly disturbing to joyously triumphant. Though he experimented with many different mediums, his sculptures echo the style and themes from his bold 2-dimensional works. Also, on view in the Domestic Arts Building, the environmental work of Chakaia Booker, whose primary medium of recycled tires begs the comparison between the pattern in a relief sculpture’s tire tread to the patterns of ancient writing, likening the viewer’s experience of examining her work to a process of archeological discovery.
Pasha's Sparkling Garden of Rugs
- Date(s): 06/11/2010 - 09/03/2010
- Recurring weekly on Friday
- Times: 6-9:30pm
- Location: Pasha Rugs, 15 Bridge Street, Lambertville, NJ
- Contact: Pasha Hiz
- Phone: (609) 397-5434
- Admission: FREE
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To help celebrate "Lights on the River" Pasha Rugs in Lambertville is exhibiting the World's Largest Handmade Rug Pillow every Friday Nite in Pasha's Sparkling Garden of Rugs, weather permitting with Fireworks. Enjoy Bellydance Performers, Raki Tasting, Fortune Telling and Turkish Music.
Princeton Ghost Tours
- Date(s): 07/03/2010 - 09/04/2010
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
- Times: 8:30PM or 9:00PM Check website to be sure (We want it to be dark and in the summer it has to be later!)
- Location: 100 Nassau Street - in front of Starbucks, Princeton, New Jersey
- Contact: Princeton Tour Company
- Phone: (609) 902-3637
- Admission: $10 per person - includes all tax and gratuities
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You BET Princeton's haunted! Take our lantern led ghost tour which combines the best ghost stories, murder mysteries and crazy facts about Princeton, New Jersey. We don't just say Princeton is haunted, we PROVE it! Each guest carries ghost hunting equipment with the choice of electromagnetic field devices, dowsing rods, electronic voice recorder and/or therma meter. Did you know Princeton University studied paranormal activity for 27 years? IT'S TRUE! Did you know the Anthrax letters were created in downtown Princeton? TRUE! Einstein's brain was stolen? ALL TRUE! Please bring digital cameras for orb shots when we visit the cemetery ..... Just over 1 hour - Just over 1 mile - Pay online to secure your spot - Wear comfortable shoes and expect a great time for the whole family Private groups for all tours available - Send inquiries to info@princetontourcompany.com - We also offer walking tours, biking tours, pub/grub crawls!
Arts Council of Princeton's Summer Classes
- Date(s): 07/06/2010 - 08/26/2010
- Recurring daily
- Times: Classes begin July 6th
- Location: Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, 102 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ
- Contact: Arts Council of Princeton
- Phone: (609) 924-8777
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Come take a class at the Arts Council of Princeton this summer, there is something for everyone! Classes are available for all ages and all skill levels. For summer camp for children, tweens, and teens, please visit our website and click on "CAMP." Summer classes for ADULTS are The Artist as Activist, Art Sampler Workshop, B&W Film Photography, Jazz Ensemble, Basic Drawing: The Fundamentals, Beginner Drawing and Painting, Figure Drawing, Pastels, Landscape Painting in Princeton, Oil Painting Basics, Oil Painting Techniques, Possibilities in Clay, and Digital Photography. For TEENS we will be offering The Expressive Portraiture, Portfolio Prep:Drawing, and Portfolio Prep: Painting. For CHILDREN we will be offering Shadow Puppet Workshop and Introduction to Flamenco. For more information, visit our website at www.artscouncilofprinceton.org or call 609-924-8777.
The Garment as Sculpture: A Fiber Arts Adventure
- Date(s): 07/17/2010 - 07/31/2010
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
- Times: 12pm - 3pm
- Location: Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ
- Contact: Grounds for Sculpture
- Phone: (609) 586-0616
- Admission: $110 Members; $120 Non-Members.
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In this course, participants will create a small, non-wearable sculptural model of a fantasy garment using a variety of materials. Incorporate inspiring imagery and emotive expression into the content, concept, and form of the sculpture. Students will consider the history and function of fashion, and even derive inspiration from sculptures in the Park! Students will learn a variety of skills in working with fiber arts and non-traditional materials during weekly demonstrations, and will be assisted in taking their ideas and sketches to a finished sculptural piece. Instructor: Kathryn Sclavi.
Cement Casting in Sand
- Date(s): 07/24/2010 - 08/28/2010
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
- Times: 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
- Location: Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ
- Contact: Grounds for Sculpture
- Phone: (609) 586-0616
- Admission: $130 Members, $145 Non-Members
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Cement is a great, economical material for large or small sculptures, fountains, and functional objects. This casting method allows artists to create molds by carving or pressing objects into moist mason sand and clay. Additional objects can also be introduced into the sand mold, and pigments can be added before the cement is poured. This process creates art that can be placed outside and last a very long time. This process can easily be further developed at your home studio. Instructor: Rory Mahon.
Headlining Davin Rosenblatt featuring Thomas Dale Catch A Rising Star Princeton Comedy Club
- Date(s): 07/30/2010 - 08/01/2010
- Recurring daily
- Times: Fri 8:00pm Sat 7:30 & 9:30
- Location: Catch A Rising Star Comedy club Hyatt Regency Princeton, West Windsor New Jersey
- Contact: Jeff Parks
- Phone: (609) 987-8018
- Admission: $19.50/$22.00
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New York based comedian Davin has been entertaining audiences throughout the country for several years. His likeable, yet confident, style leaves audiences wanting more of his unique perspective of being Jewish in our society. “He is not your stereotypical mild-mannered Jewish comic. He is bold, full of confidence, and in complete control of the audience and the stage,” raved one prominent New York comedy club manager. Being Jewish is just a part of this comic’s routine as he has experienced many things that his audiences have and a few that nobody should ever experience. Either way, his enthusiasm and love of the craft will leave everybody sharing in his life. Davin is one of the most versatile & flexible comedians working today. His ability to improvise & adapt to any situation ensure that every show is unique & memorable. He has plenty of hilarious, prepared material but he is not afraid to leave “the script” and create some brand new comedy specific to your audience. When Davin was asked why he abandoned a promising career in the profession of law to pursue comedy fulltime he remarked, “I’d rather make people laugh than cry.” This former Romper Room star did not peak at age 4. He is a rising star. If you are looking for something completely captivating, Davin is your man. There is a 2 item minimun inside club which can be food or beverage. Items include Sandwiches, Salads, Soups, Appetizers and dessert. Have your birthday party at Catch A Rising Star. If its your birthday you get in for FREE. Must show proof of birthday date. Doors open 20-30 minutes before show time. Seating is first come first seated basis except for those with the dinner show or funfest package. Join our Facebook fan page for weekly specials, FREE tickets and information on upcoming shows. Just search Catch Princeton Ticket prices include State Sales tax. All sales are final
Faust
- Date(s): 07/31/2010 - 07/31/2010
- Times: 8 pm
- Location: McCarter Theatre Center - Matthews Theater, Princeton, NJ
- Contact: McCarter Theatre Box Office
- Phone: (609) 258-2787
- Admission: $35-$110
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This production, which features full orchestra, soloists and chorus, will be sung in French with English surtitles projected above the stage. Synopsis: http://www.opera-nj.org/learn/synopses_Faust.html Directions, parking & more: http://www.opera-nj.org/tickets/mccarter.html http://www.opera-nj.org/performances/faust.html
Student Exhibition in the Education Gallery
- Date(s): 07/31/2010 - 09/12/2010
- Recurring weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
- Times: 10am - 6pm
- Location: Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ
- Contact: Grounds for Sculpture
- Phone: (609) 586-0616
- Admission: free with park admission
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Grounds For Sculpture is proud to present its first student exhibition, featuring artwork created during our adult workshops held between August 2009 and July 2010. The diversity of the works on view showcase the varying backgrounds and perspectives of this talented group.
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