Omnium Circus at New Jersey City University Center for the Arts
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New Jersey City University Center for the Arts - 3:00 PM Pick
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Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
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Jake Branch County Park Nature Center - 10:00 AM Pick
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Edison Public Library - 10:00 AM Pick
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Ocean Township Public Library - 3:30 PM Pick
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Cotsen Children's Library at Princeton University Library - 11:00 AM Pick
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Baby & Toddler Storytime at Barnes & Noble in Princeton
Barnes & Noble Princeton - 11:00 AM
Barnes & Noble Princeton - 11:00 AM
Morven's Festival of Trees
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Morven Museum & Garden - 10:00 AM
Christmas Underwater at Adventure Aquarium
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
Adventure Aquarium - 10:00 AM
PNC Bank Arts Center Magic of Lights
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PNC Bank Arts Center - 5:00 PM
Santa's Tree Lighting Celebration at the Cape May County Zoo
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Cape May County Park & Zoo - 2:00 PM Pick
Elf in Concert
NJPAC (and additional location)
Cherish the Ladies Celtic Christmas
Union County Performing Arts Center
Gingerbread House Decorating and Family Night
Morven Museum & Garden
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Fall Fest at Palmer Square
Sun Oct 19, 2025
1:00pm to 4:00pm ET
Age: All
Price: Free
(new date due to weather) All are invited to Princeton’s ultimate fall fest! Enjoy a festive afternoon filled with everything there is to love about the fall season, including music, games, face painting, a photo booth, crafts and more.
Live music on the Green features two amazing local acts:
- Jake & Dan Duo: 1pm-2:30pm
- Charles Laurita and the Mischief: 2:30pm-4pm
Festive Fall Flavors:
- Cozy-up with craveable bites from Olsson’s Fine Foods, Winberie’s Restaurant & Bar, Yankee Doodle Tap Room, Thomas Sweet Chocolate, Princeton Soup & Sandwich Co., and other Palmer Square favorites.
Fun and Games:
- Face Painting Fun for All Ages
- Snap It at the Photo Booth
- Fall-Themed Crafts with Princeton Public Library
- Tote Bag Painting (perfect for trick-or-treating!) & Pumpkin Carving Corner with Arts Council of Princeton
Store Promotions ️
- Madewell (on the Green): “Do Well Recycle” – donate any pair of jeans and receive $20 off a brand new pair.
- Highbar Boutique (in-store): Cashmere hats and gloves- buy one get one free.
- Faherty (in-store): Offering personal fall styling sessions.
Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or the classic autumn vibes, Fall Fest has a little something for everyone. Grab your flannel, gather your favorite people, and meet on the Green.
[Rain Date: Sunday, October 19th 1pm-4pm]
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
