5 Things To Do In Mercer County This Weekend

MERCER COUNTY, NJ — Hello neighbors! Welcome to our weekly events roundup, where we tell you about what's happening in Mercer County.

If you know about events that may interest your neighbors, tell us about them. Send an email to sarah.salvadore@patch.com.

Here's are some events we think you might enjoy:

Harvest Festival, Capital City Farms, Trenton: From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Captial City Farms in Trenton will be hosting Harvest Festival. Enjoy the farm, take tours, learn about harvesting and check out the strawbale project. There will be live art, music, food and More. Check out the events page here.

Central Jersey Beer Fest, Festival Grounds, West Windsor: Blendbar and Bristo in Hamilton will be hosting the Central Jersey Beer Fest on Saturday from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. This year marks the 9th anniversary of the restaurant and what started off as a small pig roast and beer garden, has now grown into a fest at the Mercer County Festival Grounds. The event is a tasting festival of beer, seltzers, wine, and possibly spirits to taste, educate, and expand your palate. No alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at the fest. Proof of id is required. For ticket price and additional details, click here.

Pumpkin Carve Drive-Thru, Hopewell: Hopewell Valley Arts Council is hosting the 7th Annual The Amazing Pumpkin Carve. The brings spectacular art and a spooky drive-thru with Halloween fun to the local community from five days — Wednesday, Oct. 6 through Sunday, Oct. 10 at Woolsey Park, Hopewell Township. Around 40 giant pumpkins will be carved, electrified, and displayed in a drive-thru. Expect live or DJ music, a giant movie screen, popcorn, cider, and more. For hours, tickets, and other information, visit www.hvartscouncil.org/amazingpumpkincarve.

Autumn Arts Festival, Lawrenceville: The Lawrenceville Main Street is organizing the Autumn Arts Festival on Oct. 9, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Over 100 artists, vendors, and crafters will line Weeden Park, portions of Craven Lane, and the fields of Lawrenceville Elementary School. There will be live music and lots of freshly-prepared local cuisine to savor. Admission is free. Raindate is Oct. 10, Sunday.

Music Fest Sundays, Palmer Square Princeton: Spend your Sunday on the Green with live music performances featuring hits from a different decade. Enjoy music from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s through today. Bring your chairs and blankets for an afternoon of entertainment. The Sensational Soul Cruisers will perform from 12 p.m.- 3 p.m.