• Fall Harvest Days, Hillsborough, 12:00 - 5:00PM
  Families looking for fall fun can head to Norz Hill Farm in Hillsborough for its annual Fall Harvest Days celebration, featuring hayrides, a five-acre corn maze, and an expansive pumpkin patch with over 60 varieties. Visitors can meet farm animals during guided tours, explore the Kids’ Corner, and enjoy seasonal treats while taking in the autumn scenery. Tickets start at $13 a person, and can be purchased here
• Spirits on the Square, Princeton, 4:00 - 6:00PM
  Palmer Square will host “Spirits on the Square” on October 17 from 4 to 6 p.m., inviting visitors to enjoy seasonal drinks, themed treats, and special deals during the fall Happy Hour. Shops will stay open until 8:30 p.m., with live music setting a festive tone. Highlights include complimentary hot apple cider with purchase at Princeton Soup & Sandwich, and personalized fall styling sessions at Faherty. More info here
• Sweeny Todd, Music Mountain Theatre, 8:00PM
  Music Mountain Theatre will stage Sweeney Todd on October 17 at 8 p.m., bringing the Tony Award-winning tale of love, vengeance, and murder to life in 19th-century London. The production follows the vengeful barber and his grim partnership with Mrs. Lovett, whose meat pies take a shocking turn. Tickets are $32, and can be purchased here
• Folk Concert, Princeton, 8:00PM
  The Princeton Folk Music Society will host Grammy-winning duo Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer on October 17 at 8 p.m. at Christ Congregation Church in Princeton. Known for their tight harmonies and mastery of multiple instruments, the pair will perform a mix of folk, bluegrass, and swing drawn from their 35-year career. Tickets start at $40 for non members, and can be purchased here

• Artisan Market at Burnt Mill Potters, Whitehouse Station, 10:00am to 4:00pm
  Art lovers can explore local creativity at the Burnt Mill Potters Artisan Market in Historic Whitehouse Station, where artists and makers will showcase pottery, paintings, jewelry, textiles, and woodwork. The open-air event invites visitors to browse handmade goods, watch live demonstrations, and participate in crafting activities, all while supporting small businesses. Free to attend, more info here
• Fall French Market - Flower Sale, Princeton, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
  The Garden Club of Princeton will host its Fall French Market and Flower Sale on October 17 from 10 a.m. to noon at Nassau Street and University Place. Shoppers can browse fresh floral arrangements, potted mums, and Halloween-themed centerpieces, with all proceeds benefiting community projects like the upkeep of All Wars Memorial Park. More info here
• Live music @ Princeton Elks Lodge, Princeton, 12:00PM - 6:00PM
  The Princeton Elks Lodge will host “Live Tunes and Timber Under the Autumn Sky” on October 18 from noon to 6 p.m., featuring live performances by The Blue Wave Ramblers. Guests can enjoy music, food, drinks, a bonfire, and family-friendly activities. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for a relaxed afternoon outdoors. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased here
• Pink out Football Game, Lawrenceville, 10:00AM
  Notre Dame High School will host its annual Pink Out Football Game on October 18 at 11 a.m., as they take on Nottingham in a matchup dedicated to breast cancer awareness. A special halftime ceremony will honor survivors, those in treatment, and loved ones lost to the disease, with participants donating hair to create wigs for patients. The event, organized by ND Cares, continues a heartfelt tradition that last year raised over $10,000 to support local families and health initiatives. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for children or students, and you can register here
• Halloween Spooktacular, Princeton, 3:00 - 8:00PM
  Families can gear up for a “spooktacular” Halloween celebration featuring children’s activities, live music, and festive drinks. From 3 to 6 p.m., little ones can enjoy face painting, balloon art, and more, while adults unwind at the Triumph Beer Garden pop-up running until 8 p.m. The day concludes with a community movie screening of Hocus Pocus at 6:15 p.m., inviting everyone to bring blankets and chairs for a cozy evening under the stars. Free to attend, more info here

• Gumbos, Wine, and Music, Stockton, 12:00 - 5:00PM
  The Federal Twist Vineyard will bring a taste of New Orleans to New Jersey on October 19 with “Gumbo, Wine, and Music from the Gumbo Gumbas.” Guests can enjoy an afternoon of live jazz, zydeco, and swing from 2 to 5, paired with hearty servings of authentic gumbo and handcrafted wines. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased here
• Palmer Square Fall Fest, Princeton, 1:00 - 4:00PM
  Princeton’s annual Fall Fest has been rescheduled to October 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. due to weather concerns, promising an afternoon of music, food, and seasonal fun on Palmer Square. The event features live performances by Rachel & Ty and Charles Laurita and the Mischief, plus family-friendly activities like pumpkin carving, tote painting, and face painting. Local shops will offer exclusive promotions while attendees enjoy fall treats from favorite eateries and cozy autumn vibes on the Green. More info here
• Run for Rescue 5k, Princeton, 8:30AM
  The Princeton First Aid & Rescue Squad will host its Run for Rescue 5K on October 19 at 8:30 a.m. at TPC Jasna Polana, inviting runners and walkers of all levels to participate. Proceeds support the squad’s mission to save lives, aid the injured, and promote community safety. Registration is $40 after October 1, with discounted rates for children and USATF members, and all proceeds benefit local emergency response efforts, Purchased here.
• JFCS 5th Annual Bike Ride, West Windsor, 8:00AM - 1:00PM
   Mercer County Community College will host a day of cycling and walking events on October 19, offering routes ranging from a 50-mile challenge to a family-friendly 2-mile walk. On-site registration begins 30 minutes before each route, with fees of $50 for adults and $25 for youth, while children under five join the Fun Walk free of charge. Participants should enter the campus from Old Trenton Road, as the Hughes Drive entrance will be closed to vehicles.  More info here