Live Shows in Princeton 2026

Live stage shows, magic, ballet, opera, and family entertainment in Princeton and nearby cities.

  • Updated: November 13, 2026

Browse live shows in Princeton, NJ this year, including stage productions, musicals, plays, circuses, magic shows, ballet, opera, and family performances. Explore shows by date and venue, with schedules updated regularly as new events are announced.

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Upcoming Live Shows

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Upcoming Live Shows: 95
  • Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — THEATRE, Weekend Event: Ira Glass at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $86, Avg. price ~ $107, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
  • Nov 27, 2026, 2:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: The Nutcracker at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $190, Tickets Available: 240. Select Seats
  • Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: The Nutcracker at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $70, Avg. price ~ $161, Tickets Available: 159. Select Seats
  • Nov 28, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $78, Avg. price ~ $173, Tickets Available: 128. Select Seats
  • Nov 28, 2026, 6:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $81, Avg. price ~ $185, Tickets Available: 290. Select Seats
  • Nov 29, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $80, Avg. price ~ $152, Tickets Available: 176. Select Seats
  • Dec 08, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $157, Tickets Available: 226. Select Seats
  • Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $194, Tickets Available: 154. Select Seats
  • Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $82, Avg. price ~ $200, Tickets Available: 249. Select Seats
  • Dec 12, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $66, Avg. price ~ $185, Tickets Available: 200. Select Seats
  • Dec 12, 2026, 5:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $160, Tickets Available: 895. Select Seats
  • Dec 13, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $83, Avg. price ~ $221, Tickets Available: 142. Select Seats
  • Dec 13, 2026, 5:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $184, Tickets Available: 291. Select Seats
  • Dec 17, 2026, 7:30 PM Thu — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 255. Select Seats
  • Dec 18, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $172, Tickets Available: 288. Select Seats
  • Dec 19, 2026, 1:00 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $185, Tickets Available: 215. Select Seats
  • Dec 19, 2026, 5:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $179, Tickets Available: 242. Select Seats
  • Dec 20, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $173, Tickets Available: 225. Select Seats
  • Dec 20, 2026, 5:30 PM Sun — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 303. Select Seats
  • Dec 22, 2026, 3:00 PM Tue — MUSICAL / PLAY, Best Value, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center, 91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540, US. From $48, Avg. price ~ $148, Tickets Available: 299. Select Seats
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Princeton Shows By Month

Monthly pages help you find upcoming live shows by season, weekend, and date.
January
Shows in January 2027
14 Upcoming Shows
February
Shows in February 2027
15 Upcoming Shows
March
Shows in March 2027
13 Upcoming Shows
April
Shows in April 2027
3 Upcoming Shows
May
Shows in May 2027
22 Upcoming Shows
June
Shows in June 2027
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July
Shows in July 2027
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August
Shows in August 2027
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September
Shows in September 2027
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October
Shows in October 2027
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November
This Month
Shows in November 2026
6 Upcoming Shows
December
Shows in December 2026
22 Upcoming Shows

All Shows in Princeton

Browse live stage productions, theatre performances, and entertainment shows happening across Princeton and nearby cities.
Ira Glass
Ira Glass
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 5
Nov 21, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 2174
Nov 27, 2026 2:00 PM
A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 1840
Dec 08, 2026 7:30 PM
Purpose - Play
Purpose - Play
91 University Pl, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 96
Jan 21, 2027 7:30 PM
Alan Cumming
Alan Cumming
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 10
Jan 30, 2027 7:30 PM
Brains On! Live
Brains On! Live
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 3
Jan 31, 2027 3:00 PM
Ronald K. Brown & Evidence - A Dance Company
Ronald K. Brown & Evidence - A Dance Company
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 8
Feb 11, 2027 7:30 PM
Alfred Hitchcock's North By Northwest
Alfred Hitchcock's North By Northwest
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 13
Mar 10, 2027 7:30 PM
Hubbard Street Dance
Hubbard Street Dance
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 2
Apr 08, 2027 7:30 PM
Magic Rocks
Magic Rocks
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 1
Apr 25, 2027 4:00 PM
Malpaso Dance Company
Malpaso Dance Company
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 3
Apr 28, 2027 7:30 PM
True Marriage
True Marriage
91 University Pl, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 21
May 08, 2027 7:30 PM
Parsons Dance
Parsons Dance
91 University Place, Princeton, NJ 08540
Upcoming Shows 3
May 27, 2027 7:30 PM

Live Entertainment Venues

Explore theatres, performing arts centers, and venues hosting live shows in Princeton and nearby cities.
Berlind Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Princeton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 44
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Cooper's Riverview
Trenton, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 1
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Cure Insurance Arena
Trenton, NJ
Arena
Upcoming Shows 11
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Historic Trenton Masonic Temple
Trenton, NJ
Live Entertainment Venue
Upcoming Shows 3
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Kelsey Theatre At Mercer
Princeton Junction, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 85
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Matthews Theatre - McCarter Theatre Center
Princeton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 49
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Music Mountain Theatre
Lambertville, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 134
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Patriots Theater at War Memorial
Trenton, NJ
Theatre
Upcoming Shows 1
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Live Shows FAQ

Quick answers about live stage shows, theatre productions, and entertainment performances in Princeton.

What types of live shows are happening in Princeton?

Live shows may include theatre productions, musicals, ballet performances, opera, magic shows, family entertainment, and touring stage productions.

Are live show schedules updated regularly?

Yeah. Performance dates and venue schedules are updated often as new productions and touring events are announced.

Do live shows happen on weekdays?

Absolutely. Many venues host performances throughout the week, while weekends are usually the busiest show dates.

Where are live shows usually performed in Princeton?

Live shows are commonly hosted at theatres, performing arts centers, auditoriums, and entertainment venues across Princeton and nearby cities.

Are family-friendly live shows available?

Some productions are designed for all ages, including family theatre, magic performances, and seasonal stage shows.

Do touring productions visit Princeton?

Yes. Many national and regional touring productions stop in Princeton throughout the year.

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