# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a special celebration of Francophone cultures with family-friendly activities, a literary festival, arts, music, and food...About this EventSave the date and come join us on Saturday April 11, 2026, in Princeton near the Public Library, for the second edition of FrancoFest celebrating the diversity of the French-speaking world!The Francophone Festival will transform Hinds Plaza into a lively and vibrant gathering!From 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, the festival will bring together concerts, food, crafts, and literature in a family-friendly event open to the entire community.One of the highlights will be a public conversation with internationally acclaimed Franco-Congolese author Alain Mabanckou, joined by other writers participating in a literary festival featuring 15 francophone authors from six regions of the world: France, Canada, Congo, Réunion Island, Tunisia, and Belgium.Another highlight will be two concerts with Eva Martin and her jazz group, and Blandine Guerrand.Additional festival highlights include:- Food vendors featuring international French-speaking cuisines- Francophone non profit organizations- Craft stands and “ Pêche à la ligne”- Book signings and literary discussions with visiting authors- A children’s and teens’ workshop at the Princeton Public Library from 12:00–1:30 PM- A wine tasting experience hosted by a nearby Princeton restaurant- A movie opening night on Princeton University campus On Friday April 10th (free tickets here)The festival aims to showcase the global reach of the French language while creating a welcoming cultural event for families, students, and the broader Princeton community. It is open to everyone regardless of identity.Please see the posters below for the participating organizations as well as our sponsors, whom we thank very much. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bc219ce0-2f73-11f1-898c-b1ec16c3517f-rimg-w555-h740-dcf0e9d7-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/bc62eba0-2f73-11f1-bec9-ad3f1e96ac99-rimg-w559-h740-dcf8efe8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/princeton/2nd-edition-of-princeton-francofest-francophone-festival/100001986644026763 - **Event Categories**: Art, literary-art, Festivals, Entertainment, Music, Concerts, Workshops, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Princeton - **state**: NJ - **country**: United States - **location**: Hinds Plaza - **lat**: 40.3513172 - **long**: -74.66017839999999 - **full address**: Hinds Plaza, Sylvia Beach Way, Princeton, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/400e87ff410379f3d15ee9dc840e611346546cafe1d1dd2e445dbeb2e9dc3ecd-rimg-w1200-h675-dcdddadb-gmir.jpg?v=1775230997 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) being held? - **A:** 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) takes place on Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Hinds Plaza, Sylvia Beach Way, Princeton, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival)? - **A:** 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) is organized by Princeton French and Francophone Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2nd Edition of Princeton FrancoFest (Francophone Festival) is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Princeton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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