Best Things to Do in West Windsor-Plainsboro – Events & Attractions

Discover the best things to do in West Windsor and Plainsboro, NJ!

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This historical area is known for its historical and agricultural ties, from the Wicoff House Museum in Plainsboro to the popular West Windsor Community Farmers Market to Mercer County Park and its fairgrounds. The towns share two high schools, West Windsor-Plainsboro North and South. West Windsor is comprised of Princeton Junction, Dutch Neck, Edinburg, Penns Neck and Grovers Mill (site of 1938’s War of the Worlds).

🔹 Top AttractionsWicoff House Museum in Plainsboro, Historical Society of West Windsor/Schenck Farmsted/West Windsor History Museum
🔹 Outdoor AdventuresMercer County Park in West Windsor (with its 17 rec fields, ice skating center, war memorials, Grandparents Grove, festival grounds, Bald Eagle nest, boat slip, and The Boathouse at Mercer Lake event venue); Skate Park at Community Park in West Windsor (closed until further notice); Van Nest Park in West Windsor; West Windsor Community Farmers Market; Plainsboro Preserve
🔹 Upcoming Events – LEAD Fest at Mercer County Park, Paws in the Pool in West Windsor, West Windsor Bike Fest, September 11 ceremony in West Windsor, West Windsor Community Day, Martian Weekend in Grovers Mill (West Windsor)

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in West WindsorPlainsboro this weekend,” kid-friendly activities or seasonal events, we’ve got you covered. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and plan your perfect West WindsorPlainsboro adventure!

Best Things to Do in West Windsor-Plainsboro

Martians Are Landing in West Windsor! Or Are They…?

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West Windsor-Plainsboro Calendar of Events

NJ Events Calendar

  • Volunteer Archivists

    Volunteer Archivists for Wicoff House Museum

    Wicoff House Museum 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, NJ, United States

    The free Volunteer Archivists program lets you dive into Plainsboro’s history while helping organize an official collection of photographs and documents. The group meets on Fridays from 11:30 am to […]

    Free
  • Adult Heritage Crafts

    Adult Heritage Crafts

    Wicoff House Museum 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, NJ, United States

    Each Saturday from 12:30 to 2 pm, September 20 to December 6, explore a new hands-on technique—from embroidery to candle making to weaving. No experience is needed. All materials will […]

    $45
  • Lego landmarks

    LEGO Landmarks

    Wicoff House Museum 641 Plainsboro Road, Plainsboro, NJ, United States

    In LEGO Landmarks, kids ages 6–12 will explore the stories behind famous buildings and local landmarks, then bring them to life using LEGO bricks. Each week, participants will learn about […]

    $45
  • Princeton Symphonic Brass Classics and Carols Concert

    community middle school 95 Grovers Mill Road, Plainsboro, NJ, United States

    The Princeton Symphonic Brass, under the baton of Lawrence Kursar, will hold its annual Classics and Carols Holiday Concert. The concert will feature carols, Christmas classics, Hanukkah music. Back by […]

    Free – $20
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