Upcoming Community Events

Below is a sampling of Princeton University events that are open to the public. The Office of Community and Regional Affairs produces UPROAR, an e-newsletter listing the university's public events sent on Fridays. Subscribe to UPROAR

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Reading | Great Expectations: A Novel

Wednesday, February 19 at 7:30 PM

Pulitzer Prize finalist Vinson Cunningham, staff writer and critic at The New Yorker, will discuss his bestselling book “Great Expectations” with A.M. Homes, professor of creative writing. 

Location
Labyrinth Books
Theater | To Dream About Wings, a new musical

February 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 8 p.m.

To Dream About Wings, a new play by Princeton senior Steph Chen, follows two teenagers: Anna, who dreams of stability and a love that lasts forever, and Leo, who is destined to fly. After a fateful meeting at church, Anna becomes…

Location
Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Momentum, new dance works by Tierra Lewis ’25 & Sophie Main ’25

February 20, 21 & 22 at 8:30 PM

Momentum is an evening of two distinctive dance works by Princeton seniors Tierra Lewis and Sophie Main. “Sync” by Lewis considers what it means to dance together. Blending club, street, and screen dance styles, the work highlights the connections between hip-hop…

Location
Hearst Dance Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Theater | To Dream About Wings, a new musical

February 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 8 p.m.

To Dream About Wings, a new play by Princeton senior Steph Chen, follows two teenagers: Anna, who dreams of stability and a love that lasts forever, and Leo, who is destined to fly. After a fateful meeting at church, Anna becomes…

Location
Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Momentum, new dance works by Tierra Lewis ’25 & Sophie Main ’25

February 20, 21 & 22 at 8:30 PM

Momentum is an evening of two distinctive dance works by Princeton seniors Tierra Lewis and Sophie Main. “Sync” by Lewis considers what it means to dance together. Blending club, street, and screen dance styles, the work highlights the connections between hip-hop…

Location
Hearst Dance Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Reading | Reading by Colm Tóibín

Friday, February 21 at 4:30 PM

International bestselling and award-winning writer Colm Tóibín reads from his work as part of the 2024-25 Fund for Irish Studies Series. Tóibín is the author of 11 novels including Long Island, The Heather Blazing, Nora Webster, House of Names, The Blackwater Lightship

Location
James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau Street
Music | Lift Every Voice Organ Music of Black Composers

Friday, February 21 at 7:30 PM

University Organist Eric Plutz presents a program of works by Black composers, elevating these historically marginalized voices in recognition of Black History Month. 

More information on…

Location
Princeton University Chapel
Theater | To Dream About Wings, a new musical

February 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 8 p.m.

To Dream About Wings, a new play by Princeton senior Steph Chen, follows two teenagers: Anna, who dreams of stability and a love that lasts forever, and Leo, who is destined to fly. After a fateful meeting at church, Anna becomes…

Location
Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Momentum, new dance works by Tierra Lewis ’25 & Sophie Main ’25

February 20, 21 & 22 at 8:30 PM

Momentum is an evening of two distinctive dance works by Princeton seniors Tierra Lewis and Sophie Main. “Sync” by Lewis considers what it means to dance together. Blending club, street, and screen dance styles, the work highlights the connections between hip-hop…

Location
Hearst Dance Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Reading | Reading by Poet Monica Youn

Tuesday, February 25 at 6:00 PM

2024-25 Theodore H. Holmes ’51 and Bernice Holmes Visiting Poet, Visiting Professor, and Princeton alumna Monica Youn, Class of 1993, will read from her work. Book signing will follow.

More…

Location
Wallace Theater at Lewis Arts Complex
Lecture | “Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own”

Tuesday, February 25 at 4:30 PM

In this Baldwin Circles special event, Eddie Glaude Jr. (African American Studies) will discuss his 2020 New York Times bestselling book, “Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own” in conversation with Brian Eugenio&nbsp…

Film | Thomas Edison Film Festival Premiere Screening

February 28 at 6:30 PM (in-person) and March 1 at 4:00 PM (ET-virtual)

The 44th season of the renowned Thomas Edison Film Festival (TEFF) will premiere with a screening, a live-streamed discussion with one of the filmmakers, and films available to view on-demand. TEFF’s in-person premiere opens at the James…

Location
James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau Street
Film | Thomas Edison Film Festival Premiere Screening

February 28 at 6:30 PM (in-person) and March 1 at 4:00 PM (ET-virtual)

The 44th season of the renowned Thomas Edison Film Festival (TEFF) will premiere with a screening, a live-streamed discussion with one of the filmmakers, and films available to view on-demand. TEFF’s in-person premiere opens at the James…

Location
James Stewart Film Theater at 185 Nassau Street
Lectures | Science on Saturday: Will Quantum Computers Solve the World’s Greatest Problems?

Saturday, March 1 at 9:30 AM

The Ronald E. Hatcher Science on Saturday Lecture series has been held for more than 40 years.

This annual series of lectures is given by scientists, engineers, and other professionals involved in cutting-edge research. Held on Saturday mornings throughout winter, the lectures…

Location
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, 100 Stellarator Road, Princeton, New Jersey 08540
YouthCampus | Science Saturday at Princeton Public Library

Saturday, February 1 at 3:00 PM

Saturday, March 1 at 3:00 PM

Saturday, May 3 at 3:00 PM

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade.

Activities will vary each month and will…

Location
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton
Chapel | University Chapel: An Inside Look

Sunday, March 2 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Tour the nearly 100-year-old Princeton University Chapel, designed by renowned Gothic Revival architect Ralph Adams Cram, and explore its rich history, stained-glass windows, furnishings, and memorials. Binoculars are welcome. 

Admission is free, and each tour…

Location
Princeton University Chapel
Lectures | Science on Saturday: Schizophrenia - A Journey Beyond the Brain

Saturday, February 8 at 9:30 AM

The Ronald E. Hatcher Science on Saturday Lecture series has been held for more than 40 years.

This annual series of lectures is given by scientists, engineers, and other professionals involved in cutting-edge research. Held on Saturday mornings throughout winter, the…

Location
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, 100 Stellarator Road, Princeton, New Jersey 08540
YouthCampus | Meet the Music: Inspector Pulse Takes His Pulse!

Saturday, March 15 at 1:00 PM

On Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 1:00 PM, Princeton University Concerts (“PUC”) welcomes back The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center for another family program — “Meet the Music: Inspector Pulse Takes His Pulse!”, curated for kids ages 6-12. Part of PUC’s All in the Family series,…

Location
Richardson Auditorium in Alexander Hall
Community | All Access Book Club “The Chosen and the Beautiful,” by Nghi Vo

Thursday, March 20 at 6:00 PM

Princeton University Library Department of Special Collections houses a wealth of rare and unique items, spanning five millennia and five continents. Princeton Public Library is teaming up with Special Collections by offering a unique book group experience. Registration required.

Location
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street
YouthCampus | Science Saturday at Lawrence Library

Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM

Saturday, March 29 at 11:00 AM

Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 AM

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade.

Activities will vary each month and…

Location
Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville
Chapel | University Chapel: An Inside Look

Sunday, April 6 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Tour the nearly 100-year-old Princeton University Chapel, designed by renowned Gothic Revival architect Ralph Adams Cram, and explore its rich history, stained-glass windows, furnishings, and memorials. Binoculars are welcome. 

Admission is free, and each tour…

Location
Princeton University Chapel
Film | “The Great Gatsby” (2013)

Wednesday, April 9 at 7:00 PM

This screening of 2013’s THE GREAT GATSBY is presented in collaboration with the Princeton University Library who will join us to commemorate the centenary of the publication of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s seminal work of American literature.

Location
Princeton Garden Theater, 160 Nassau Street
YouthCampus | Science Saturday at Lawrence Library

Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 AM

Saturday, March 29 at 11:00 AM

Saturday, April 19 at 11:00 AM

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade.

Activities will vary each month and…

Location
Lawrence Library, 2751 Brunswick Pike, Lawrenceville
Community | Raconteur Radio performance of “The Great Gatsby”

Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00 PM

Experience F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel brought to life as a staged radio play from Raconteur Radio with period costumes, vintage commercials, Golden Age radio equipment and more.

Raconteur Radio stages theatrical…

Location
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street
Community | Porchfest

Saturday, April 26 from 12:00 - 6:00 PM 

Porchfest is a free, walkable music festival where neighbors offer up their front porches as DIY concert venues.Talented performers play 45-minute sets throughout the neighborhood during this day-long celebration of music, art, and our wonderful community. Stroll from…

YouthCampus | Science Saturday at Princeton Public Library

Saturday, February 1 at 3:00 PM

Saturday, March 1 at 3:00 PM

Saturday, May 3 at 3:00 PM

Princeton University scientists present hands-on science activities for students in fifth through eighth grade.

Activities will vary each month and will…

Location
Princeton Public Library, 65 Witherspoon Street, Princeton