The best things to do in Mercer County

Built for a Founding Father and the site of New Jersey’s first governor’s mansion, Morven Museum & Garden keeps local history lively with thoughtful exhibitions on New Jersey’s signers, Black women printmakers, and families straddling the Mason-Dixon Line, plus historic gardens that double as a brain-clearing stroll…

From the Princeton newsletter, October 8, 2026

Back Nine Golf brings serious practice and smack-talk indoors with Full Swing simulators that give you feedback on ball speed, launch angle, and more. Book a tee time without a membership, then come back for leagues, tournaments, or a team outing with private bays and catering, built for beginners to scratch players.

From the Princeton newsletter, October 22, 2026

The Princeton Garden Theatre is our nonprofit arthouse that actually curates, not just screens, with indie, foreign, and classic picks plus series like Hollywood Summer Nights, Reel Rebels, and Garden Goes Global. When the week needs a plot twist, grab a seat and let the marquee make the call.

From the Princeton newsletter, October 1, 2026

TPC Jasna Polana pairs a Gary Player designed championship layout with a neoclassical villa backdrop, so your swing and your social life both feel dialed. Private club perks include executive-chef dining, elegant weddings and events, and even on site stays if the day runs long.

From the Princeton newsletter, September 25, 2026

Hamilton Golf Center operated by L&S Golf Enterprises has a roomy driving range, a legit putting green, and a beautiful 18-hole miniature golf course, plus PGA pros if you want a tune-up. Slide over this week for stress relief that actually sticks.

From the Trenton newsletter, October 1, 2026

Mercer Oaks Golf Course gives you two distinct 18-hole experiences, the links-style East and the traditional West, so you can pick your mood and still get a legit test. Bonus for the calendar: their on-site catering makes weddings and events feel easy, polished, and very Jersey.

From the Trenton newsletter, August 10, 2026

Whether you're chasing crack-of-the-bat thrills or just a perfect hot dog and beer combo, Trenton Thunder Ballpark brings the noise with MLB Draft League action, fireworks nights, dog-friendly games, and the world-famous batdogs. Grab your crew this week and make a little hometown summer tradition.

From the Trenton newsletter, October 8, 2026

Market featuring a range of vintage and handmade goods, as well as punk rock music, food, and tattoos.

W. Tillinghast roots and a fresh Tyler Rae renovation meets Har-Tru courts, a summer pool scene, and a lively dining and social calendar.

From the Trenton newsletter, October 13, 2026

Whether you’re sharpening for tournaments or just hunting a reliable weekend round, Mountain View Golf Course brings a veteran 18-hole championship layout plus a clubhouse, chipping area, and driving range.

From the Ewing newsletter, September 27, 2026

Theater complex with multiple screens featuring new release films, plush seating & concession stand.

Challenging course that’s also approachable for beginners. Greens and fairways can be challenging. Relaxed atmosphere.