Events for Saturday July 11, 2026
The Lion King, Princeton Garden Theatre
Bring your littlest movie fans along with you to screen this beloved ‘90s Disney film on our big screen! This beautiful hand-drawn animated film follows Simba, a young lion prince, forced into exile by his deceitful Uncle Scar. A cornerstone film from the Disney Renaissance, this charming feature boasts 5 unforgettable songs, including Hakuna Matata and Can You Feel the Love Tonight penned by Sir Elton John.
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Butterfly Bonanza Tour, Grounds for Sculpture
As summer warms and the days lengthen, butterflies mix and mingle over the meadows at GFS. Led by staff from Mercer County Parks & Recreation, get up close and personal with many different species and find out how these colorful, delicate insects benefit the gardens with a family-friendly scavenger hunt for all ages.
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You're a Good Man Charlie Brown, Princeton Summer Theatre
Enjoy a musical hour full of whimsy and heart with You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Whether you grew up on the PEANUTS Characters or are introducing your children to the genius of Clark M. Schulz, this musical is fun for the whole family with its childhood joy, charming stories, and fantastic writing. By Clark Gesner, based on the comic strip "PEANUTS" by Charles M. Schulz Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for children.
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Bastille Day Celebration, Alliance Francaise Princeton
Enjoy a picnic lunch with your family and friends – we'll provide the food, drink and all the accoutrements!! In addition, you can: • Converse in French (and English) • Play Pétanque (Boules) • Listen to French Music • Talk to our Board members for advice and tips for traveling to and visiting France. You could win one of many excellent door prizes!! But you must be present to win. BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY – Family members under the age of 12 are welcome to attend free of charge – just let us know how many in the notes section at checkout!! This is an event for the whole community hosted by Alliance Française, Princeton to celebrate French culture and recognize the close ties established between the U.S. and France. You don't need to speak French to attend – just an appreciation of the French culture and a desire to enjoy the afternoon with us! We have a sheltered pavilion in case of rain. Please buy your tickets by July 8th to ensure we have plenty of drinks and desserts on hand.
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Summer Music Series, Palmer Square Green
Soak up the sounds of summer on the Green every Saturday from 1pm-3pm! From laid-back acoustic covers and timeless classic rock, to smooth, jazzy favorites, each weekend brings a soundtrack everyone can enjoy. Grab a seat at one of our picnic tables or bring your own chairs and blankets to settle in for a sunny afternoon of live music. Make a day of it on the Square: shop, dine, and gather with friends and family while an eclectic mix of local talent fills the air and brings Princeton to life.
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Princeton Summer Theater's The 39 Steps
2 and 7:30pm Adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock July 2nd-18th, Thursday-Saturday at 7:30pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm
Mixing Hitchcock whodunnit and Monty Python flair, The 39 Steps follows the debonair Richard Hannay, as he finds himself in a dizzying web of murder, spies, and secrets. With just four actors and over 150 characters, this rollicking comedy thriller is a Tony award winning love letter to farce, noir, and stagecraft. Hamilton Murray Theater, Princeton. Tickets are $35 for evenings, $30 for matinees, and $15 with Student Rush www.princetonsummertheater.org
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Free Concert, SoPercussion
This July, So Percussion's annual Summer Institute fills two weeks on the Princeton University campus — and spills out into town. From July 5–19, the S? Percussion Summer Institute (S?SI) brings together emerging composers and percussionists from across the country for an intensive residency with the members of S? Percussion and guest faculty. Throughout those two weeks, participants perform a series of concerts at venues across Princeton, all free and open to anyone who wants to come Saturday, July 11 at 7:30 PM, Lee Hall at Lewis Center for the Arts – Princeton Composers Concert. Recent and new works by Princeton composers and faculty — Tyondai Braxton, Paul Lansky, Kennedy Dixon, Travis Laplante, and others — performed by S?SI percussionists, with a solo set by guest Megan Arns.
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Blue Curtain Concert, AFRO JOBIM - With Nanny Assis, PHS Performing Arts Center
Join Brazilian vocalist and percussionist Nanny Assis and his band on July 11 for AFRO JOBIM, a celebration of the Afro-Brazilian roots of the music of Antônio Carlos Jobim. This free concert explores the profound cultural and musical connections between Brazilian and African influences in Bossa Nova. AFRO JOBIM will be an unforgettable evening of Afro-Brazilian music. Princeton Performing Arts Center, 6 Walnut Ln, Princeton, NJ 08540, United States
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Movies In The Courtyard, Princeton Shopping Center
Inside Out Kick back under the stars and enjoy a classic! Join us at the Princeton Shopping Center Courtyard for free outdoor movies the second Saturday of each month starting at sunset. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs and your favorite snacks (or grab a bite from one of our local restaurants), and settle in for a perfect summer night.
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