Princeton Events, Entertainment, Things To Do, Activities, Attractions

American Repertory Ballet

A beloved performing arts institution for over 70 years, American Repertory Ballet (ARB) announces a 2025/26 season that elevates its classic repertoire alongside exciting new works, continuing to strengthen the company’s unique voice within the community. A founding resident company of the state-of-the-art New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (NBPAC), American Repertory Ballet kicks the season off at its home venue with the return of Stiefel and Johan Kobborg’s lauded GISELLE in October 2025, followed by a fairytale premiere of CINDERELLA in March 2026, and AMERICANA, a mixed bill of World Premieres and celebrated works in May 2026. Additionally, ARB will present an evening of moonlit ballets at the Union County Performing Arts Center’s Festival of the Moon in October 2025, and ARB’s celebrated touring production of THE NUTCRACKER will return for the holiday season in November and December 2025 at venues throughout New Jersey.

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McCarter Theatre

McCarter Theatre Center offers performances and experiences that uplift the spirit, delight the heart, and engage the mind. We find joy in the rigor of the artistic process, and we take great care to ensure that McCarter remains unsurpassed as a cultural destination to discover, share, create, and experience meaningful art.

Princeton University Concerts

Building on a tradition that began in 1894, Princeton University Concerts (PUC) celebrates the transformative power of music, one of civilization's highest achievements. PUC embraces Princeton's mission to connect all students to the Arts, while providing a gateway to audiences from all over the region to experience the Arts at Princeton.

PUC presents chamber music concerts featuring the world's greatest musicians. In addition to mainstage concerts, PUC presents Performances Up Close, with the audience seated on stage alongside the artists; Healing with Music, a series of concert/conversations which get to the heart of music's life-affirming power; and family concerts. PUC also hosts Do-Re-Meet social events for music lovers and free Live Music Meditation events. To view the remainder of our current season, visit concerts.princeton.edu/events

Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey

Join the Capital Philharmonic of New Jersey for its tenth season!

Our orchestra is dedicated to serving our community and actively contributing to a stable economy through our inclusive programming and outreach initiatives. We strive to foster a sense of belonging and inspire a love for music among individuals from all backgrounds. Through collaborations, educational programs, and community partnerships, we aim to promote cultural enrichment, economic growth, and social harmony. Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant community through the universal language of music. We firmly believe in the power of music to bring people together and create positive change.