Five Things To Do In Mercer County This Week

MERCER COUNTY, NJ — Welcome to our events roundup, where we tell you about what's happening in Mercer County this week.

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

Here's a partial list of events we think you might enjoy:

Music in the Park, Lawrenceville: Lawrenceville Main Street is bringing back Music in the Park this year and the 2021 edition "promises to be the best yet," according to organizers. The series will kick off on Thursday, June 24 at Weeden Park with the Alex Otey Trio. Enjoy live music and sample food from local restaurants. The event begins at 6 p.m.

The Jersey Flight Vs. Orlando Predators, CURE Insurance Arena: The Jersey Flight of the National Arena League will be playing an eight-game schedule for the 2021 upcoming season. Check out fast-paced indoor football action as the team takes on the Orlando Predators on Friday, June 25 at 7 p.m. Celebrate the Jersey Flight's last home game of the season with a cruise night car show, Trenton Circus Squad, and more. Click here to purchase tickets.

Firefly Festival, Terhune Orchards Princeton: Terhune Orchards is kicking off the Firefly Festival on Sunday, June 27. Visitors will be treated to a fun afternoon and evening from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Take a stroll on the farm trail and let children participate in craft activities. They can dress up as fireflies after decorating wings and making antennas in the craft area. There is a $7 participating charge. There will also be music by Tookany Creek Band. Get an apple cider slush or ice cream and dance the evening away. Admission and parking are free. For more information call 609-924-2310 or visit www.terhuneorchards.com.

Summer Music Series, Palmer Square: On Saturday, enjoy a free outdoor performance in the heart of Princeton. Black Brant a multi-rock group will be performing from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the Green. Bring your chairs and blankets and enjoy an afternoon in the sun.

PRIDE Family Picnic & Dance Party, Hopewell: Pack a picnic lunch and head to the Hopewell Train Station - 2 Railroad Place for a family picnic and dance party. Hope Rises Up is hosting a fun day for the family from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Funds from the event will be donated to HiTops an organization dedicated to creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth and families. Dancer and actress Meghan Elyse Fulmer will join the picnic for a 30 minute Tik Tok dance class. Pennington base The Pig + The Pit will be offering delicious food options to guests and Joe’s Ice Cream & Water Ice Truck will bring the cold treats. For more details on the event, click here.