JULY EVENTS
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Freckle Contest: 1. Ocean City. Registration is free and begins at 5:30pm on the Boardwalk in front of the Music Pier. Contest starts at 6pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Family Fun Crafts Show: 1, 8, 15, 22,29. Cape May Point State Park. Cape May Lighthouse. 215 Lighthouse Ave. 9am - 2pm. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Farmer's Market At The Tabernacle Grounds: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Ocean City. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Ave. 8am - noon. www.oceancityvacation.com
Free Family Movie Under The Stars: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Dusk. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Dance Night: 1, 8, 15, 22. Cape May Convention Hall. 714 Beach Ave. 6pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Revolutionary Cape May: 1-31. Cape May Welcome Center. 609 Lafayette St. Learn about Cape May’s little-known naval role in the American War of Independence and the ingenuity of its citizens in battle on local waterways fighting to forge a new nation. Admission is free. www.capemaymac.org
Carroll Gallery Exhibit: Cape May: The First and Only: 1-31. Cape May. Carriage House, Emlen Physick Estate. Cape May, the first and only, hails its unique place in 2026, celebrating 175 years as America’s First Seaside Resort and 50 years as the nation’s only National Historic Landmark City. Admission is free. www.capemaymac.org
Family Fun Days at the Cape May Lighthouse: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Lower Township, Cape May Point State Park. Join us this summer at the 1859 Cape May Lighthouse for kid-friendly activities, performers, entertainment and craft vendors at the base of the lighthouse. 9am – 2pm. www.capemaymac.org
Sand Sculpting Contest: 2. Ocean City. Open to kids, teens, adults and families! Registration is free and begins at 9:00am at the 6th St. Beach. Judging takes place by 11am. For more information call 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Ocean City Pops FREE Patriotic Drone Show and Outdoor Concert: 2. 6th and Boardwalk. Beginning at 8pm. The Ocean City Pops will perform a free outdoor concert followed by a dazzling patriotic drone show above the beach and boardwalk. Listen to patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field, and there will be seating available in the bleachers. www.oceancityvacation.com
Teen Night at Excursion Park: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Calling all teens. Join us for a Dance party, fun games and awesome prizes. 8 - 10pm. www.seaislechamber.com
Movies on the Beach: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Cape May. The featured movie will begin at dusk at Gurney Street Beach. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Market Days: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Music in the Park: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 30. Cape May. Free concerts evenings at Rotary Park located at 400 Lafayette St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show: 3-5. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: 3 - 9pm Sat: 10am - 9pm. Sun: 10am - 5pm. 732-690-2476. www.RKSportsPromotions.com
Warehouse Clothing Sale: 3 - Aug. 11. Wildwoods Convention Center. 9 am- 9 pm daily & 9am - 5pm last day. 609-729-9000. www.WildwoodsNJ.com
Independence Day Family Parade: 4. North Wildwood. Parade. 9th & Atlantic Ave. FREE. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Fourth Of July Celebration: 4. Ocean City. Special activities include a bike parade, kite flying competition. A Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Cape May Independence Day Parade: 4. Beach Ave. 1pm. Fireworks at dusk. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Ocean City Pops Outdoor Concert: 4. 6th and Boardwalk. Beginning at 8pm., Ocean City Pops will perform patriotic classics. Bring a beach chair or blanket. www.oceancityvacation.com
Fourth Of July Fireworks Spectacular: 4. The Wildwoods. Launched at 10pm at Pine Ave. Beach. Visible from anywhere on Boardwalk and surrounding area. Rain Date: July 5. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Independence Day Fireworks: 4. Stone Harbor. Recreation Field at 82nd St. 9:15pm. www.shnj.org
Fourth Of July Fireworks: 4. Sea Isle City. Independence Day Fireworks Show will take place at 9:15pm, launched from an ocean barge near the 50th Street beach. www.visitsicnj.com
Patriotic Pooch Parade: 4. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Atlantic Aves. 9am. 609. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Downtown Wildwood Music In the Plaza July 4th Party: 4. Wildwood. 3400 Pacific Ave. Wildwood. 7:30pm. Fireworks at 10pm visible from the Plaza. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Semiquincentennial 4th of July Celebration: 4-5. Cape May. Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd. The Village will share the nation’s 250th Birthday with special programming family activities and demonstrations. 609-898-2300. www.hcsv.org
July 4th Weekend Boardwalk Craft Show: 4-6. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 9am - 3pm. 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Season: 4, 11, 18, 25. Wildwood. Byrne Plaza, 3400-3501 Pacific Ave. 8am - 12:30pm. 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Free Concert Under The Stars: 4, 11, 18, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. 7:30pm to 9:30pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
America 250: Lights Over Ocean City: 6, 13, 20, 27. Ocean City. Over the Beach and Boardwalk, south of Sixth St. Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show. The show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be held after dusk on seven Monday evenings. www.oceancityvacation.com
Dance Xplosion: 6-11. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am - 11pm daily. 516-731-8415 or www.DanceXplosionTalent.com
Family Fun Nights: 6, 13, 20, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park, JFK Blvd. and Pleasure Ave. Enjoy an interactive LIVE performance featuring your favorite characters! Additional activities for the families as well. 7:30 - 9pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Bay Atlantic Symphony: 7. Cape May, Congress Hall. 609-884-8421. www.caperesorts.com/congress-hall
Mummers Nights: 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30. Ocean City. Strutting on the Boardwalk from 7 - 9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Funtastic Tuesdays: 7, 14, 21, 28. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Farmers Market: 7, 14, 21, 28. Sea Isle City. Shop local! Every Tuesday morning through Sept. 1. Shop for Jersey Fresh veggies, fruit from local orchards, homemade jams, sweet treats, crafts and so much more! Don't forget to bring your reusable bags or stop by the Chamber’s information table to get your FREE bag while supplies last. 8 - 12 p.m. 609-263-9090. www.seaislechamber.com
Magic Show: 7, 14, 21, 28. Cape May Convention Hall. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Family Nights: 7, 14, 21, 28. Ocean City. Entertainment on the Boardwalk including jugglers, music, characters and more from 7 - 9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Tuesday at the Tower Concert Series: 7, 14, 21, 28. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday until Sept. 1. Water Tower Lot, 7pm - 9pm. www.shnj.org
Liberty Proclaimed: The Declaration of Independence Reenactment: 8. Cape May. Join Cape May Stage at 405 Lafayette St. on the front steps for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. In recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary, local dignitaries will read sections of this historic document aloud. 2pm. www.capemaystage.org
Wacky Wednesday: Taffy Sculpting: 8. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and open to the first 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Joe Stefano and his Jazz Ensemble Band: 10. Ocean City. Local resident and Navy veteran Joe Stefano and his pop and jazz ensemble will perform a free concert for veterans and guests at 7pm at the Music Pier. The group will perform classical, jazz, big band and Broadway hits. Free. www.oceancityvacation.com
Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra: 11. Ocean City. Ocean City Music Pier. Philadelphia comedian Joe Conklin joins forces with the City Rhythm Orchestra for a night of comedy and music. 7:30pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Jeep Invasion Night Market: 10. North Wildwood. Entertainment District on Olde NJ Ave. 5pm - 9pm. www.NJJeepInvasion.com
Cape May County Lifeguard Championships: 10. Beach at Rambler Rd, Wildwood Crest. 6:30pm. 609-522-3825 or www.wcbp.org
NJ Jeep Invasion Jeepers Back the Blue Party: 10. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 7pm to 10pm. www.usnasw.org
Bronco Invasion After Party: 10. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 7pm to 10pm. www.usnasw.org
New Jersey Jeep Beach Invasion: 10-12. Wildwood. On the Beach south of the Convention Center. Jeep enthusiasts, vendors, obstacle course & more! www.NJJeepInvasion.com
NJ Barbeque State Barbeque Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival: 10-12. North Wildwood. The best in Barbeque & Blues at this exciting three-day festival. Cooking demonstrations, incredible food & top regional & national blues acts on our FREE stage. 609-523-6565. www.angleseablues.com. www.njbbq.com
Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra: 11. Ocean City. Ocean City Music Pier. Philadelphia comedian Joe Conklin joins forces with the City Rhythm Orchestra for a night of comedy and music. 7:30pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Wildwood Beach Patrol Pier to Pier Challenge: 11. Wildwood. Lincoln Ave. Beach. 10:30am. 609-522-8258. www.WildwoodNJ.org
46th Annual T. John Carey Master’s Swim: 12. Ocean City. The Master’s Swim has been one of the premier open-water swimming events on the Jersey Shore since 1979. The one-mile ocean race follows a pointto-point course that runs parallel to the beach. The 2026 race will have an evening start time with a finish at 12th Street. For more information, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events
Sidewalk Chalk Competition: 11. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Central Aves. 9am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival: 10. Beach at Heather Road, Wildwood Crest. 9am - 2pm. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Early American Trades: 11-12. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Village activities focusing on the 19th century skilled trade and tasks found in the Village. www.hcsv.org
Boardwalk Craft Show: 11-12, 18-19, 25-26. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am - 5pm. Sun: 9am - 3pm. 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Sophisticated Productions Dance Competition: 12-17. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am daily. 413-977-3380. www.SophisticatedProductions.com
OCBP Women’s Lifeguard Invitational Races: 14. Ocean City at 58th St. beach, 6:30pm. Women lifeguards representing the 15 beach patrols from South Jersey, as well as various other New Jersey patrols, will be competing in this annual invitational race. Rain date July 15th. For more information, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events
Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb: 14. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm - 10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wacky Wednesday: French Fry Sculpting: 15. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt French fries into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races: 17. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Avenue. 6pm 609-522-7500
New Jersey Bronco Invasion: 17-19. Wildwoods Beach south of the Convention Center. Bronco enthusiasts, vendors, obstacle course & more! www.BroncoInvasion.com
Boogie Board Races: 18. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Ave, North Wildwood. 10am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Cape Express More Beach Blast Soccer Tournament:18-19. Poplar Ave., Wildwood Beach. 7am - 6pm daily. Free to watch. www.CapeExpress.com
Cold Spring’s Yesteryears Carnival: 18-19. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Village activities focusing on the 19th century skilled trade and tasks. www.hcsv.org
Promenade Arts and Crafts Show: 18-19. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 10am - 5pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Wacky Wednesday: Christmas in July: 22. Ocean City. Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation and enjoy the sounds of the season with Christmas Music Bingo. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Christmas In July: 22. Sea Isle City, Excursion Park. 6:30 - 8pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Santa Week: 22-25. Stone Harbor. Santa arrives for his summer getaway. www.capemaymac.org
Brawl on the Boardwalk Pro Wrestling: 23. Wildwoods Convention Center. Family-friendly professional wrestling event. Admission fee. 973-697-1421. www.ISPWWrestling.com
Surfing Santas: 25. North Wildwood. 1st & Surf Ave’s., North Wildwood. 9 - 10am. Santas on surfboards, paddleboard, and boogie boards! 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Christmas in July Crafts & Collectibles Show: 25. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave. Cape May Point State Park. 9am - 2pm. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Christmas in July: 25. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 10am - 4pm. www.usnasw.org
North Wildwood Christmas In July: 25. North Wildwood. Along the beach in North Wildwood. www.NorthWildwood.com
Night In Venice: 25. Ocean City. The City's annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Ave. along the bay. Fireworks display to follow parade. Start time 6:30pm. For more information call 609-399-6111. To register visit: www.ocnj.us/niv
Christmas in July at the Cape May Lighthouse: 25. Lower Township, Cape May Point State Park. Santa will drop by the Cape May Lighthouse for a meet and greet! Play games, take photos and shop regional vendors selling their handmade items. 9am to 2pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wildwood Crest Christmas In July Festival & Boat Parade: 25. Sunset Lake along New Jersey Ave, from Stanton to Miami Aves, Wildwood Crest. 6 - 9pm. Boat Parade: 8:45 pm. 609-523-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Hands on History: 25-26. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Enjoy family activities, games and crafts relating to the various trades and tasks found in the Village. www.hcsv.org
Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament: 25-26: Beach between Oak and Rio Grande Aves. Sat: 9am - 5pm. Sun: 10am - 5pm. www.WWBeachUltimate.com
Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt: 26. Cape May. Beach Patrol Headquarters. 1pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Jus Nice Sneaker Convention: 26. Wildwoods Convention Center. Sneaker enthusiasts buy, sell, and trade hot items. Admission fee. Noon - 5pm. 609-305-3658. https://linktr.ee/JusNice
Wildwood’s Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade: 26. Wildwood. Route to be announced. 609-522-5837 www.recreation-wildwoodnj.org
The Wildwoods Love Waddler's Baby Waddle Contest: 28. Wildwoods Convention Center turnaround circle. 9:30am 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwoods Baby Parade: 29. Wildwood. A tradition since 1909. Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center. Boardwalk parade. 6pm FREE. 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Lighthouse Full Moon Climb: 29. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm - 10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wacky Wednesday: Soft Pretzel Sculpting: 29. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt a soft pretzel into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Art of Surfing: 30 - August 1: at the Ocean City Music Pier. It is a free family event featuring original art from surfing's biggest names, live music, and a chance to meet artists from across the country. www.oceancityvacation.com
Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Races: 31. Beach at Lincoln Ave, Wildwood. 6:30pm. 609-522-8258. www.wildwoodnj.org
Cape May Baby Parade: 31. Cape May. The nation’s oldest seashore resort will showcase its youngest guests in the 90th annual baby parade beginning at 11am. The parade will proceed along Beach Ave. and conclude at Convention Hall near Howard St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
NAGA Battle at the Beach Mixed Martial Arts Tournament: 31 - Aug. 2. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: Weigh-in. Sat. & Sun: 8am - 5pm. 860-537-3686 or www.NagaFighter.com
63rd Annual Boardwalk Art Show: 31-Aug. 2. Ocean City. Leading artists from throughout the East Coast exhibit and sell their work. Friday & Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Family Fun Crafts Show: 1, 8, 15, 22,29. Cape May Point State Park. Cape May Lighthouse. 215 Lighthouse Ave. 9am - 2pm. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Farmer's Market At The Tabernacle Grounds: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Ocean City. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Ave. 8am - noon. www.oceancityvacation.com
Free Family Movie Under The Stars: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Dusk. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Dance Night: 1, 8, 15, 22. Cape May Convention Hall. 714 Beach Ave. 6pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Revolutionary Cape May: 1-31. Cape May Welcome Center. 609 Lafayette St. Learn about Cape May’s little-known naval role in the American War of Independence and the ingenuity of its citizens in battle on local waterways fighting to forge a new nation. Admission is free. www.capemaymac.org
Carroll Gallery Exhibit: Cape May: The First and Only: 1-31. Cape May. Carriage House, Emlen Physick Estate. Cape May, the first and only, hails its unique place in 2026, celebrating 175 years as America’s First Seaside Resort and 50 years as the nation’s only National Historic Landmark City. Admission is free. www.capemaymac.org
Family Fun Days at the Cape May Lighthouse: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Lower Township, Cape May Point State Park. Join us this summer at the 1859 Cape May Lighthouse for kid-friendly activities, performers, entertainment and craft vendors at the base of the lighthouse. 9am – 2pm. www.capemaymac.org
Sand Sculpting Contest: 2. Ocean City. Open to kids, teens, adults and families! Registration is free and begins at 9:00am at the 6th St. Beach. Judging takes place by 11am. For more information call 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Ocean City Pops FREE Patriotic Drone Show and Outdoor Concert: 2. 6th and Boardwalk. Beginning at 8pm. The Ocean City Pops will perform a free outdoor concert followed by a dazzling patriotic drone show above the beach and boardwalk. Listen to patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field, and there will be seating available in the bleachers. www.oceancityvacation.com
Teen Night at Excursion Park: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Calling all teens. Join us for a Dance party, fun games and awesome prizes. 8 - 10pm. www.seaislechamber.com
Movies on the Beach: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Cape May. The featured movie will begin at dusk at Gurney Street Beach. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Market Days: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Music in the Park: 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 30. Cape May. Free concerts evenings at Rotary Park located at 400 Lafayette St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show: 3-5. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: 3 - 9pm Sat: 10am - 9pm. Sun: 10am - 5pm. 732-690-2476. www.RKSportsPromotions.com
Warehouse Clothing Sale: 3 - Aug. 11. Wildwoods Convention Center. 9 am- 9 pm daily & 9am - 5pm last day. 609-729-9000. www.WildwoodsNJ.com
Independence Day Family Parade: 4. North Wildwood. Parade. 9th & Atlantic Ave. FREE. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Fourth Of July Celebration: 4. Ocean City. Special activities include a bike parade, kite flying competition. A Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Cape May Independence Day Parade: 4. Beach Ave. 1pm. Fireworks at dusk. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Ocean City Pops Outdoor Concert: 4. 6th and Boardwalk. Beginning at 8pm., Ocean City Pops will perform patriotic classics. Bring a beach chair or blanket. www.oceancityvacation.com
Fourth Of July Fireworks Spectacular: 4. The Wildwoods. Launched at 10pm at Pine Ave. Beach. Visible from anywhere on Boardwalk and surrounding area. Rain Date: July 5. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Independence Day Fireworks: 4. Stone Harbor. Recreation Field at 82nd St. 9:15pm. www.shnj.org
Fourth Of July Fireworks: 4. Sea Isle City. Independence Day Fireworks Show will take place at 9:15pm, launched from an ocean barge near the 50th Street beach. www.visitsicnj.com
Patriotic Pooch Parade: 4. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Atlantic Aves. 9am. 609. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Downtown Wildwood Music In the Plaza July 4th Party: 4. Wildwood. 3400 Pacific Ave. Wildwood. 7:30pm. Fireworks at 10pm visible from the Plaza. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Semiquincentennial 4th of July Celebration: 4-5. Cape May. Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd. The Village will share the nation’s 250th Birthday with special programming family activities and demonstrations. 609-898-2300. www.hcsv.org
July 4th Weekend Boardwalk Craft Show: 4-6. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 9am - 3pm. 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Season: 4, 11, 18, 25. Wildwood. Byrne Plaza, 3400-3501 Pacific Ave. 8am - 12:30pm. 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Free Concert Under The Stars: 4, 11, 18, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. 7:30pm to 9:30pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
America 250: Lights Over Ocean City: 6, 13, 20, 27. Ocean City. Over the Beach and Boardwalk, south of Sixth St. Ocean City will celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation this summer with a weekly patriotic drone show. The show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the sky and creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be held after dusk on seven Monday evenings. www.oceancityvacation.com
Dance Xplosion: 6-11. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am - 11pm daily. 516-731-8415 or www.DanceXplosionTalent.com
Family Fun Nights: 6, 13, 20, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park, JFK Blvd. and Pleasure Ave. Enjoy an interactive LIVE performance featuring your favorite characters! Additional activities for the families as well. 7:30 - 9pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Bay Atlantic Symphony: 7. Cape May, Congress Hall. 609-884-8421. www.caperesorts.com/congress-hall
Mummers Nights: 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30. Ocean City. Strutting on the Boardwalk from 7 - 9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Funtastic Tuesdays: 7, 14, 21, 28. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Farmers Market: 7, 14, 21, 28. Sea Isle City. Shop local! Every Tuesday morning through Sept. 1. Shop for Jersey Fresh veggies, fruit from local orchards, homemade jams, sweet treats, crafts and so much more! Don't forget to bring your reusable bags or stop by the Chamber’s information table to get your FREE bag while supplies last. 8 - 12 p.m. 609-263-9090. www.seaislechamber.com
Magic Show: 7, 14, 21, 28. Cape May Convention Hall. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Family Nights: 7, 14, 21, 28. Ocean City. Entertainment on the Boardwalk including jugglers, music, characters and more from 7 - 9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Tuesday at the Tower Concert Series: 7, 14, 21, 28. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday until Sept. 1. Water Tower Lot, 7pm - 9pm. www.shnj.org
Liberty Proclaimed: The Declaration of Independence Reenactment: 8. Cape May. Join Cape May Stage at 405 Lafayette St. on the front steps for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. In recognition of America’s 250th Anniversary, local dignitaries will read sections of this historic document aloud. 2pm. www.capemaystage.org
Wacky Wednesday: Taffy Sculpting: 8. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and open to the first 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Joe Stefano and his Jazz Ensemble Band: 10. Ocean City. Local resident and Navy veteran Joe Stefano and his pop and jazz ensemble will perform a free concert for veterans and guests at 7pm at the Music Pier. The group will perform classical, jazz, big band and Broadway hits. Free. www.oceancityvacation.com
Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra: 11. Ocean City. Ocean City Music Pier. Philadelphia comedian Joe Conklin joins forces with the City Rhythm Orchestra for a night of comedy and music. 7:30pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Jeep Invasion Night Market: 10. North Wildwood. Entertainment District on Olde NJ Ave. 5pm - 9pm. www.NJJeepInvasion.com
Cape May County Lifeguard Championships: 10. Beach at Rambler Rd, Wildwood Crest. 6:30pm. 609-522-3825 or www.wcbp.org
NJ Jeep Invasion Jeepers Back the Blue Party: 10. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 7pm to 10pm. www.usnasw.org
Bronco Invasion After Party: 10. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 7pm to 10pm. www.usnasw.org
New Jersey Jeep Beach Invasion: 10-12. Wildwood. On the Beach south of the Convention Center. Jeep enthusiasts, vendors, obstacle course & more! www.NJJeepInvasion.com
NJ Barbeque State Barbeque Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival: 10-12. North Wildwood. The best in Barbeque & Blues at this exciting three-day festival. Cooking demonstrations, incredible food & top regional & national blues acts on our FREE stage. 609-523-6565. www.angleseablues.com. www.njbbq.com
Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra: 11. Ocean City. Ocean City Music Pier. Philadelphia comedian Joe Conklin joins forces with the City Rhythm Orchestra for a night of comedy and music. 7:30pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
Wildwood Beach Patrol Pier to Pier Challenge: 11. Wildwood. Lincoln Ave. Beach. 10:30am. 609-522-8258. www.WildwoodNJ.org
46th Annual T. John Carey Master’s Swim: 12. Ocean City. The Master’s Swim has been one of the premier open-water swimming events on the Jersey Shore since 1979. The one-mile ocean race follows a pointto-point course that runs parallel to the beach. The 2026 race will have an evening start time with a finish at 12th Street. For more information, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events
Sidewalk Chalk Competition: 11. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Central Aves. 9am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival: 10. Beach at Heather Road, Wildwood Crest. 9am - 2pm. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Early American Trades: 11-12. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Village activities focusing on the 19th century skilled trade and tasks found in the Village. www.hcsv.org
Boardwalk Craft Show: 11-12, 18-19, 25-26. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am - 5pm. Sun: 9am - 3pm. 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Sophisticated Productions Dance Competition: 12-17. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am daily. 413-977-3380. www.SophisticatedProductions.com
OCBP Women’s Lifeguard Invitational Races: 14. Ocean City at 58th St. beach, 6:30pm. Women lifeguards representing the 15 beach patrols from South Jersey, as well as various other New Jersey patrols, will be competing in this annual invitational race. Rain date July 15th. For more information, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events
Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb: 14. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm - 10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wacky Wednesday: French Fry Sculpting: 15. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt French fries into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races: 17. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Avenue. 6pm 609-522-7500
New Jersey Bronco Invasion: 17-19. Wildwoods Beach south of the Convention Center. Bronco enthusiasts, vendors, obstacle course & more! www.BroncoInvasion.com
Boogie Board Races: 18. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Ave, North Wildwood. 10am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Cape Express More Beach Blast Soccer Tournament:18-19. Poplar Ave., Wildwood Beach. 7am - 6pm daily. Free to watch. www.CapeExpress.com
Cold Spring’s Yesteryears Carnival: 18-19. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Village activities focusing on the 19th century skilled trade and tasks. www.hcsv.org
Promenade Arts and Crafts Show: 18-19. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 10am - 5pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Wacky Wednesday: Christmas in July: 22. Ocean City. Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation and enjoy the sounds of the season with Christmas Music Bingo. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Christmas In July: 22. Sea Isle City, Excursion Park. 6:30 - 8pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Santa Week: 22-25. Stone Harbor. Santa arrives for his summer getaway. www.capemaymac.org
Brawl on the Boardwalk Pro Wrestling: 23. Wildwoods Convention Center. Family-friendly professional wrestling event. Admission fee. 973-697-1421. www.ISPWWrestling.com
Surfing Santas: 25. North Wildwood. 1st & Surf Ave’s., North Wildwood. 9 - 10am. Santas on surfboards, paddleboard, and boogie boards! 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Christmas in July Crafts & Collectibles Show: 25. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave. Cape May Point State Park. 9am - 2pm. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Christmas in July: 25. Naval Air Station Wildwood. Cape May County Airport. 10am - 4pm. www.usnasw.org
North Wildwood Christmas In July: 25. North Wildwood. Along the beach in North Wildwood. www.NorthWildwood.com
Night In Venice: 25. Ocean City. The City's annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Ave. along the bay. Fireworks display to follow parade. Start time 6:30pm. For more information call 609-399-6111. To register visit: www.ocnj.us/niv
Christmas in July at the Cape May Lighthouse: 25. Lower Township, Cape May Point State Park. Santa will drop by the Cape May Lighthouse for a meet and greet! Play games, take photos and shop regional vendors selling their handmade items. 9am to 2pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wildwood Crest Christmas In July Festival & Boat Parade: 25. Sunset Lake along New Jersey Ave, from Stanton to Miami Aves, Wildwood Crest. 6 - 9pm. Boat Parade: 8:45 pm. 609-523-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Hands on History: 25-26. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Enjoy family activities, games and crafts relating to the various trades and tasks found in the Village. www.hcsv.org
Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament: 25-26: Beach between Oak and Rio Grande Aves. Sat: 9am - 5pm. Sun: 10am - 5pm. www.WWBeachUltimate.com
Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt: 26. Cape May. Beach Patrol Headquarters. 1pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Jus Nice Sneaker Convention: 26. Wildwoods Convention Center. Sneaker enthusiasts buy, sell, and trade hot items. Admission fee. Noon - 5pm. 609-305-3658. https://linktr.ee/JusNice
Wildwood’s Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade: 26. Wildwood. Route to be announced. 609-522-5837 www.recreation-wildwoodnj.org
The Wildwoods Love Waddler's Baby Waddle Contest: 28. Wildwoods Convention Center turnaround circle. 9:30am 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwoods Baby Parade: 29. Wildwood. A tradition since 1909. Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center. Boardwalk parade. 6pm FREE. 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Lighthouse Full Moon Climb: 29. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm - 10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Wacky Wednesday: Soft Pretzel Sculpting: 29. Ocean City. Use your creativity to shape and sculpt a soft pretzel into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 200 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Art of Surfing: 30 - August 1: at the Ocean City Music Pier. It is a free family event featuring original art from surfing's biggest names, live music, and a chance to meet artists from across the country. www.oceancityvacation.com
Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Races: 31. Beach at Lincoln Ave, Wildwood. 6:30pm. 609-522-8258. www.wildwoodnj.org
Cape May Baby Parade: 31. Cape May. The nation’s oldest seashore resort will showcase its youngest guests in the 90th annual baby parade beginning at 11am. The parade will proceed along Beach Ave. and conclude at Convention Hall near Howard St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
NAGA Battle at the Beach Mixed Martial Arts Tournament: 31 - Aug. 2. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: Weigh-in. Sat. & Sun: 8am - 5pm. 860-537-3686 or www.NagaFighter.com
63rd Annual Boardwalk Art Show: 31-Aug. 2. Ocean City. Leading artists from throughout the East Coast exhibit and sell their work. Friday & Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 10am to 6pm. www.oceancityvacation.com
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