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Princeton Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Princeton, NJ, and nearby areas.
Events take place across Princeton throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Princeton events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Princeton Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Princeton
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 206
- Sep0520261:30 PMSatCIRCUSWeekend EventCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall
08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $37Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 406Select Seats - Sep0520264:30 PMSatCIRCUSWeekend EventCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 408Select Seats
- Sep0520267:30 PMSatCIRCUSWeekend EventCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 404Select Seats
- Sep0620261:30 PMSunCIRCUSWeekend EventCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 403Select Seats
- Sep0620264:30 PMSunCIRCUSWeekend EventCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 407Select Seats
- Sep0720267:30 PMMonCIRCUSCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisCirque Italia: Water Circus - AtlantisQuaker Bridge Mall08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, US08648, 3320 US-1 Lawrence Township, NJ, USFrom $42Avg. price ~ $81Tickets Available: 401Select Seats
- Sep1020268:00 PMThuCOMEDYJulio TorresMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $90Tickets Available: 85Select Seats
- Sep1220267:30 PMSatJAZZ / BLUESWeekend EventEdmar Castaneda QuartetBerlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Pl Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Pl Princeton, NJ, USFrom $87Avg. price ~ $1002 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1820267:30 PMFriCOMEDYGary Gulman: GrandiloquentGary Gulman: GrandiloquentBerlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Pl Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Pl Princeton, NJ, USFrom $136Avg. price ~ $1582 tickets remaining!Select Seats
- Sep1920264:15 PMSatConcertWeekend EventCandlelight: Tribute to Lauryn HillHistoric Trenton Masonic Temple08608, 100 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ, US08608, 100 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ, USFrom $62Avg. price ~ $136Tickets Available: 89Select Seats
- Sep1920266:45 PMSatConcertWeekend EventCandlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons TributeHistoric Trenton Masonic Temple08608, 100 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ, US08608, 100 Barrack Street Trenton, NJ, USFrom $65Avg. price ~ $135Tickets Available: 74Select Seats
- Sep2620263:00 PMSatCollege (Div I-A and Div I-AA) FOOTBALLBest ValueWeekend EventPrinceton Tigers vs. UAlbany Great DanesPrinceton Stadium08540, Washington Road Princeton, NJ, US08540, Washington Road Princeton, NJ, USFrom $17Avg. price ~ $31Tickets Available: 148Select Seats
- Oct0720267:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $47Avg. price ~ $116Tickets Available: 235Select Seats
- Oct0820267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $47Avg. price ~ $105Tickets Available: 141Select Seats
- Oct0920267:30 PMFriMUSICAL / PLAYA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $75Avg. price ~ $148Tickets Available: 88Select Seats
- Oct1020267:30 PMSatMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $47Avg. price ~ $158Tickets Available: 116Select Seats
- Oct1020268:00 PMSatGeneralHigh DemandWeekend EventRahat Fateh Ali KhanCure Insurance Arena • 8600 seatsCure Insurance Arena08611, 81 Hamilton Ave Trenton, NJ, US08611, 81 Hamilton Ave Trenton, NJ, USFrom $78Avg. price ~ $212Tickets Available: 3980Select Seats
- Oct1120262:00 PMSunMUSICAL / PLAYWeekend EventA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $105Avg. price ~ $163Tickets Available: 107Select Seats
- Oct1420267:30 PMWedMUSICAL / PLAYA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $47Avg. price ~ $95Tickets Available: 283Select Seats
- Oct1520267:30 PMThuMUSICAL / PLAYA Beat of Our OwnMatthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, US08540, 91 University Place Princeton, NJ, USFrom $77Avg. price ~ $125Tickets Available: 151Select Seats
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Princeton Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
January
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February
Events in February 2027
March
Events in March 2027
April
Events in April 2027
May
Events in May 2027
June
Events in June 2027
July
Events in July 2027
August
Events in August 2027
September
This Month
Events in September 2026
October
Events in October 2026
November
Events in November 2026
December
Events in December 2026
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Princeton events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Princeton. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
Venues Hosting Events in 2026
Explore Princeton venues where concerts, shows, sports, and live events take place throughout the year.
Berlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Princeton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 45
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Cooper's Riverview
Trenton, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Cure Insurance Arena
Trenton, NJ
Arena
Upcoming Events: 38
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Historic Trenton Masonic Temple
Trenton, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 7
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Hobey Baker Rink
Princeton, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 14
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Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Princeton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 84
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Patriots Theater at War Memorial
Trenton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 1
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Princeton Stadium
Princeton, NJ
Stadium
Upcoming Events: 5
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Quaker Bridge Mall
Lawrence Township, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 6
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Richardson Auditorium In Alexander Hall
Princeton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Events: 5
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04 Center
Austin, TX
Arena
Upcoming Events: 25
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1 Memphis Street Event Venue
Hernando, MS
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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1015 Folsom Nightclub
San Francisco, CA
Nightclub
Upcoming Events: 8
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10921 E Crystal Falls Pkwy
Leander, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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10th District Brewing Company
Abington, MA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 2
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11:11
El Paso, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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1175 Sports Park & Eatery
Kansasville, WI
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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118 North
Wayne, PA
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 11
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11th Street Cowboy Bar
Bandera, TX
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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123 Pleasant Street
Morgantown, WV
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Events: 1
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Princeton venues range from large arenas and stadiums to theaters and intimate showrooms. Each venue hosts a rotating schedule of concerts, shows, sports events, and live performances throughout the year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Princeton right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Princeton rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Princeton?
Yeah — Princeton doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Princeton?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Princeton, NJ. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
Browse Events by Category
Find concerts, sports, theatre, comedy, and more in Princeton and nearby areas