Arts & Entertainment
By TAPINTO PRINCETON STAFF
November 25, 2025
Princeton, NJ – How better to kick off the long holiday weekend than with a night of revelry on Thanksgiving eve followed by a morning of atonement on Thanksgiving Day, choosing either a 5K run or a leisurely nature walk?We have two 5K “turkey trots” on the events calendar. One starts out at ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Police have announced parking restrictions for this Friday’s tree lighting ceremony and holiday parade in downtown Doylestown.Beginning at 3 p.m. on Friday Nov. 28, parking on State Street from Clinton Street to Main Street will be prohibited on both sides of the street. Parking ...
NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ –As the holiday season approaches, join us for a heartwarming community event that marks the beginning of festivities—our annual tree lighting ceremony! This beloved tradition promises to fill the air with joy and excitement as we gather together to celebrate the spirit of the ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Music lovers will want to come out to the free holiday concert on Saturday, December 6 at 2:30 p.m. at the Milltown Senior Center. The Central Jersey Wind Ensemble will be playing a family-friendly concert featuring holiday music all ages will enjoy. Barbara Santoro is conducting the ...
HILLSIDE, NJ - The Hillside Public Library invites young residents ages 6 to 17 to learn chess and improve their skills. The Youth Chess Club will meet on the following Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. throughout December:December 4December 11For more information or to register, click here.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – New Jersey was filled with pride this past weekend as Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony. Hosted by Danny DeVito, the event took place on Friday, Nov. 21, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream and included ...
ROSELLE PARK, NJ - Roselle Park's senior residents are invited to join the fifth-grade students of Ernest J. Finizio-Aldene Elementary School for an afternoon of delicious food, fun games, and intergenerational community bonding. The event will take place on December 9 from 12:45 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
SOMERSET, NJ - Franklin High School’s award-winning GoldN’Blues choir is heading to one of the biggest holiday stages in the country.NBC announced today that the student group has been selected as the 2025 “Star Choir” winner, earning a featured performance on NBC’s “Christmas in Rockefeller ...
DOYLESTOWN, PA—Doylestown’s first-ever punk rock flea market will come to the basement of a popular bar in the first weekend of December.The Bucks County Punk Rock Flea Market will be held in the downstairs section of Hops/Scotch, which is located at 22 South Main Street. The event will feature ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From Thanksgiving morning turkey trots to tree lightings, live music, Santa sightings and Small Business Saturday shopping, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the holiday spirit in our area this week. Whether you’re staying close to home, hosting visitors, or just looking ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From Thanksgiving morning turkey trots to tree lightings, live music, Santa sightings and Small Business Saturday shopping, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the holiday spirit in our area this week. Whether you’re staying close to home, hosting visitors, or just looking ...
PASSAIC COUNTY, NJ - The Passaic County Department of Cultural & Historic Affairs (DCHA) is looking for new volunteers to help bring local history to life through its expanded Docent Training Program in 2026. The program offers hands-on training for adults interested in leading tours, guiding ...
BEACH HAVEN, NJ – In a significant development for Long Beach Island's (LBI) iconic amusement scene, Thundering Surf Water Park & Adventure Golf, a Beach Haven staple for nearly 50 years, has been sold to the neighboring Fantasy Island Amusement Park, which is owned by the prominent Wainwright ...
BEACH HAVEN, NJ – In a significant development for Long Beach Island's (LBI) iconic amusement scene, Thundering Surf Water Park & Adventure Golf, a Beach Haven staple for nearly 50 years, has been sold to the neighboring Fantasy Island Amusement Park, which is owned by the prominent Wainwright ...
Linden, NJ-The Linden Public Library is pleased to announce our lineup of programs for December. Children: 12/1 at 4 pm, Holiday Craft Come join us for Children's Craft Club where we will make a fun holiday craft. 12/3 and 12/17 at 4 pm, Chess Club Come learn the basics and strategies of ...
CHATHAM, NJ — Months of rehearsal came together for the actors and crew of Chatham High School’s fall play this past weekend. CHS’s fall production of Pride and Prejudice was The show, adapted by Kate Hamill and directed by CHS theater director Laura Russo, ran for three performances and brought a ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Downtown eateries are honoring Hackensack Day this Black Friday.The municipality was named the City of Hackensack on Nov. 21, 1921. Formerly, 104 years ago, the City was named New Barbadoes Township. To celebrate, on Friday, Nov. 28, participating locations will offer Hackensack ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From Thanksgiving morning turkey trots to tree lightings, live music, Santa sightings and Small Business Saturday shopping, there’s no shortage of ways to soak up the holiday spirit in our area this week. Whether you’re staying close to home, hosting visitors, or just looking ...
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — The Ridgewood Friends of Music is looking for submissions for its seventh Annual Song-Writing Competition. The competition is open to any current Ridgewood Public School students and college-age graduates with four divisions based on age: elementary (K-5); middle (6-8); high school ...
RED BANK, NJ: The festive spirit arrives early this year with the Red Bank TownLighting Pre-Show at Edmund Wilson Plaza, located at 1 Bridge Avenue between Triumph Brewing and the Two River Theater. The celebration begins on Friday, November 28 at 5:00 p.m., offering holiday treats, live music, ...
Princeton, NJ – It’s the beginning of a holiday week in Princeton, so many of the regular events around town are not on the calendar. But there are plenty of holiday events going on, beginning with the annual Trinity Church 5K Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day, and the annual tree lighting and return ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Somerset Hills Chorus invites the community to welcome the holiday season at Rejoice and Sing! A Festival of Christmas with Brass, Organ, and Choir, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 70 Maple Avenue in Morristown.This holiday program ...
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ – New Jersey was filled with pride this past weekend as Garden State heroes were honored at the 17th Annual New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) Induction Ceremony. Hosted by Danny DeVito, the event took place on Friday, Nov. 21, at The Rink @ The Arena at American Dream and included ...
SOMERVILLE, NJ — Join the members of Baste in Show; Butterballs; Eyes on the Pies; Turkey Trotters; Gobble. Gobble; Gravy Train; Pork Chops; Potato Mashers and Silence of the Yams when they step off from the start/finish line in the 10th annual Somerville Turkey Trot, with a record number of ...
HACKENSACK, NJ — Coming to The Green on Dec. 8 is Hackensack's Annual Tree Lighting Celebration.The evening will bring performances by:Traditional Victorian CarolersThe cast of ‘The Christmas Caper’The Hackensack High School Choir As the cherry on top, Santa Claus will make a special ...
PARAMUS, NJ — A prestigious pianist will share her talents with patrons at the Paramus Public Library.Tomoko Ohno first touched a piano at four years old, entering the Tokyo Jazz world during her teenage years. On Sunday, Nov. 30, at 2 p.m., Ohno will perform “The Sounds of Brazil,” a repertoire ...
Linden, NJ — This Week at #lindenpubliclibrary | November 24th-29thMon, 11/24 - Children's Clay Club @ 4 PM*Tues, 11/25 - Chair Yoga @ 10 AMTues, 11/25 - #moviesatthelibrary Arthur the King @ 1 PMTues, 11/25 - #movienight An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving @ 7 PMWed, 11/26 the library will be closing ...
ROSELLE, NJ - The Borough of Roselle announced the return of its annual Winter Wonderland. The event will be on December 1 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. outside Borough Hall. A live DJ will be in attendance playing holiday tunes. Holiday giveaways and pictures with Santa will also be available. Free hot ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Elefante Music & School for the Performing Arts is proud to shine this week’s Student Spotlight on Jack De Angelo, a dedicated young musician whose talent, discipline, and enthusiasm continue to open doors across multiple musical avenues.Jack has been part of the Elefante ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Just a few blocks over in neighboring Avon-by-the-Sea, 14-year-old singer-songwriter Lily LiCausi is emerging as one of the Shore’s promising young talents. Her new single, “Stuck in the Mud,” was recorded right here in Asbury Park at the iconic Lakehouse Recording Studios—an ...