JULY EVENTS
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Family Fun Nights: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. 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. 7-8:30 p.m. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Music in the Park: 1,5,6,7,8,12,13,14,15,19,20,21,22,26,27,28,29: Cape May. Enjoy a Free Concert at Rotary Park located at 400 Lafayette St. There is something for every musical taste. Attendees are welcome to bring a beach chair or blanket. Concerts start at 7pm in rain or shine. FREE. 609-884-9565. Visit www.capemaycity.com
Carroll Gallery Exhibit : We All Scream for Ice Cream: A History of Summer’s Favorite Treat: 1-31. Cape May. Carriage House, Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Starstruck Dance Challenge Nat’l Dance Championship: 2-5. Wildwood Convention Center. 7am – 11pm. 855-527-7507. www.starstruckcompetition.com
Downtown Wildwood Movies in the Plaza: 2,9,16, 23, 30. Wildwood, Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave., Every Tuesday at sunset through 8/20 except 8/6 (National Night Out) 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Funtastic Tuesdays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Mummers Nights: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. Strutting on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Farmers Market: 2,9,16,23,30. Sea Isle City. Shop local! Every Tuesday morning through August 27. Visitors and residents are encouraged to browse and shop a variety of local produce and vendors. Guests can grab a cup of coffee and check out more than 30 vendors before hitting the beach, making it the perfect Tuesday morning ritual. 8-12 p.m. 609-263-9090 www.visitsicnj.com
Family Magic Show: 2,9,16,23,30. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Wacky Wednesday: Pie Eating Contest: 3. Ocean City. Celebrate America with a good old-fashion apple and cherry pie eating contest. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series & Food Truck Festivals: 3,10,17, 24,31. Centennial Park, Wildwood Crest. Live entertainment. 5pm - 9pm. Wednesdays through 8/21. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Lighthouse and Fireworks Climb: 3-4. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8:30pm-9:30pm. www.capemaymac.org
Dance Night: 3, 10, 17, 31. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Family Fun Crafts Show: 3,10,17,24,31. Cape May Point State Park. Cape May Lighthouse. 215 Lighthouse Ave. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Farmer's Market At The Tabernacle Grounds: 3,10,17,24,31. Ocean City. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Ave. 8am - noon. www.oceancityvacation.com
Free Family Movie Under The Stars: 3,10,17,24,31. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Dusk. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.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 and a Free outdoor concert by the Ocean City Pops. A Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening. 609-399-6111. 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. 9:15 p.m. 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. 9 a.m. 609. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Downtown Wildwood July 4th Party: 4. Wildwood. 3400 Pacific Ave. Wildwood. 7:30pm. Featuring The Juliano Brothers. Fireworks at 10pm visible from the Plaza. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Independence Day Fireworks: 4. Cape May. Congress Street Beach. 9pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Market Days: 4,11,18, 25. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Family Nights: 4,11,18, 25. Ocean City. Entertainment on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Downtown Wildwood Music In The Plaza - Concert Series: 4,11,18,25. Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave., Wildwood. Every Thursday from 7:30 - 9 pm. through Aug. 29. Bring your chair or blanket! 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb: 5. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm-10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Cape May Independence Day Parade: 6. Beach Ave. 1pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Boardwalk Craft Show: 5-7, 13-14. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am-5pm Sun: 9am-4pm 609-522-0378 or 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show: 5-7. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: 3-9pm Sat: 10am-9pm Sun: 10am-5pm 732-690-2476. www.RKSportsPromotions.com
Friday Nights at Surfside Park: 5, 12,19. Avalon. Surfside Park at 2901 Avalon Ave. Each night will consist of balloon art, face painting, tattoos, trivia, dancing, character shows*, picture lines, games, and prizes. www.visitavalonnj.com
Beach Movies: 5,19: Avalon. 30th St. And the Beach. Beach Movies will begin at dusk after Friday Night at Surfside Park is over. www.avalonrecreation.org
Sidewalk Chalk Competition: 6. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Central Aves. 9am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Americana Celebration: 6-7. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Celebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village! A variety of patriotic family activities, programs, and music will be taking place. The Village’s restored historic buildings will also be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. There will be a Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 1:30 on both days, there will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Village Gazebo. On Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 pm learn some of the history of the American Flag at the Village Welcome Center. Kids can also take part in the “Patriot Spy Game,” visiting Village buildings to look for clues using a real Revolutionary War cipher. www.hcsv.org
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Season Kick-Off: 6,13,20,27. Wildwood. Byrne Plaza, 3400-3501 Pacific Ave. 8am - 12:30pm. 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Summer Concert Series: 7, 14, 21, 28. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 8pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Hearth and Home: 8-9. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Two days of family-friendly, interactive and educational fun. www.hcsv.org
Free Concert Under The Stars: 6, 13, 20, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. 7:30pm to 9:30pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Stone Harbor Farmers Market: 7, 14, 21, 28. 8am – 12:30pm. Browse the varied items and vendors available every Sunday until Sept. 1 at the Water Tower Lot. www.facebook.com/StoneHarborFarmersMarket
Cape May County Lifeguard Championships: 8. Beach at Rambler Rd, Wildwood Crest. 6:30pm. 609-522-3825 or www.wcbp.org
Dance Xplosion: 8-13. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am-11pm daily. 516-731-8415 or www.DanceXplosionTalent.com
Tuesday at the Tower Concert Series: 9,16, 23, 30. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday until Aug. 27. Water Tower Lot, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. www.shnj.org
Wacky Wednesday: Taffy Sculpting: 10. 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
Sand Sculpting Contest: 11. 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 11:00am. For more information call 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Acoustic Open Mic Night (Ages 14-20): 11, 18, 25. Sea Isle City. Awards for best performers. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Participants can enjoy karaoke, corn-hole, and pick-up volleyball games with the SICPD. Gift cards will be given to the best performers and corn-hole players. 9pm to 11pm. 609-263-9090. www.seaislechamber.com
Thursdays at Surfside Park: 11,18,25. Avalon. Surfside Park at 2901 Avalon Ave. Live music. www.visitavalonnj.com
Movies on the Beach: 11, 18, 25. Cape May. The featured movie will begin at dusk at 714 Beach Ave. 609-884-9565. Visit www.capemaycity.com
Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival: 12. Beach at Heather Road, Wildwood Crest. 9am - 2pm 609-522-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races: 12. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Avenue. 6pm 609-522-7500
NJ Barbeque State Barbeque Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival: 12-14. 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
Boogie Board Races: 13. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Ave, North Wildwood. 10 a.m. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Promenade Arts and Crafts Show: 13-14. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 10am - 5pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Automobiles, Trains & Planes Weekend: 13-14. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Antique and classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles line the tree shaded Village paths. Take a ride on a "speeder," gasoline-powered railroad track inspection vehicles or enjoy a tractor hayride. www.hcsv.org
New Jersey Bronco Invasion: 14-16. Wildwoods Beach south of the Convention Center. www.NJJeepInvasion.com
Sophisticated Productions Dance Competition: 14-19. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am-10pm daily. 413-568-4815. www.SophisticatedProductions.com
Wacky Wednesday: French Fry Sculpting: 17. 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
Anglesea Night Market & Food Truck Fest: 18. North Wildwood Entertainment District, Olde NJ Ave., 5pm-10pm 609-318-4504. www.AngleseaNightMarket.com
Third Friday: 19. Glasstown Arts District, Millville. High Street in the District comes alive with those enjoying the arts, entertainment and more. Exhibition openings, live music, dining and shopping in a festive atmosphere. 856-293-0556. www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
Fish For Life: 20. Wildwood Crest. Starlight Fleet, 6200 Park Blvd. Seasoned anglers will teach special needs children how to fish. 215-901-5905. www.fishforlife.org
North Wildwood Christmas In July: 20. North Wildwood. Along the beach in North Wildwood. 609-522-7500. www.NorthWildwood.com
Night In Venice: 20. 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
Wildwood Crest Christmas In July Festival: 20. Sunset Lake along New Jersey Ave, from Stanton to Miami Aves, Wildwood Crest. 6-9pm. 609-523-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Wheels & Wings Air Show featuring USAF F-22 Raptor & US Army Golden Knights: 20-21. Millville Executive Airport. 9am to 5 pm Tickets: $30 Adults $15 Child (12 & under) Buy Advance Tickets Save $5 per ticket. VIP Tickets - $150 Adults, $50 Children (12 & under). www.millvilleairshow.com
Lighthouse Full Moon Climb: 21. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm-10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt: 21. Cape May. 238 Beach Ave. 1pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Homespun History: 20-21 Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. www.hcsv.org
Cape Express "More Beach Blast" Soccer: 20-21. Wildwood. Beach between Spencer & Poplar Aves. 7am-6pm daily. www.CapeExpress.com
Wacky Wednesday: Christmas in July: 24. Ocean City. Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.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
Cape May Baby Parade: 26. Cape May. The nation’s oldest seashore resort will showcase its youngest guests in the 90th annual baby parade beginning at 11 am. The parade will proceed along Beach Ave. and conclude at Convention Hall near Howard St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Races: 26. Beach at Lincoln Ave, Wildwood. 6:30 p.m. 609-522-8258. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwood Crest 5K Beach Run: 27. Wildwood Crest. Heather Rd. beach, Wildwood Crest. 8:30 a.m. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Jus Nice Sneaker Convention: 27-28. Wildwoods Convention Center. Noon-5 p.m. 609-305-3658. www.jusnicesneakerconvention.com
Wildwood’s Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade: 27. Wildwood. Route to be announced. 609-522-5837 www.recreation-wildwoodnj.org
Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament: 27-28: Beach between Oak and Rio Grande Aves. Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 10am- 5pm. www.WWBeachUltimate.com
Down On The Farm Weekend: 27-28: Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Experience life on an Early American farm through hands-on activities and exhibits. www.hcsv.org
The Wildwoods Love Waddler's Baby Waddle Contest: 30. Wildwoods Convention Center turnaround circle. 9:30am 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwoods Baby Parade: 31. Wildwood. A tradition since 1909. Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center. Boardwalk parade. 6pm FREE. 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Music in the Park: 1,5,6,7,8,12,13,14,15,19,20,21,22,26,27,28,29: Cape May. Enjoy a Free Concert at Rotary Park located at 400 Lafayette St. There is something for every musical taste. Attendees are welcome to bring a beach chair or blanket. Concerts start at 7pm in rain or shine. FREE. 609-884-9565. Visit www.capemaycity.com
Carroll Gallery Exhibit : We All Scream for Ice Cream: A History of Summer’s Favorite Treat: 1-31. Cape May. Carriage House, Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Starstruck Dance Challenge Nat’l Dance Championship: 2-5. Wildwood Convention Center. 7am – 11pm. 855-527-7507. www.starstruckcompetition.com
Downtown Wildwood Movies in the Plaza: 2,9,16, 23, 30. Wildwood, Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave., Every Tuesday at sunset through 8/20 except 8/6 (National Night Out) 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Funtastic Tuesdays: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Mummers Nights: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Ocean City. Strutting on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Farmers Market: 2,9,16,23,30. Sea Isle City. Shop local! Every Tuesday morning through August 27. Visitors and residents are encouraged to browse and shop a variety of local produce and vendors. Guests can grab a cup of coffee and check out more than 30 vendors before hitting the beach, making it the perfect Tuesday morning ritual. 8-12 p.m. 609-263-9090 www.visitsicnj.com
Family Magic Show: 2,9,16,23,30. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Wacky Wednesday: Pie Eating Contest: 3. Ocean City. Celebrate America with a good old-fashion apple and cherry pie eating contest. Contest is Free and open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series & Food Truck Festivals: 3,10,17, 24,31. Centennial Park, Wildwood Crest. Live entertainment. 5pm - 9pm. Wednesdays through 8/21. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Lighthouse and Fireworks Climb: 3-4. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8:30pm-9:30pm. www.capemaymac.org
Dance Night: 3, 10, 17, 31. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 7pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Family Fun Crafts Show: 3,10,17,24,31. Cape May Point State Park. Cape May Lighthouse. 215 Lighthouse Ave. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Free. www.capemaymac.org
Farmer's Market At The Tabernacle Grounds: 3,10,17,24,31. Ocean City. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Ave. 8am - noon. www.oceancityvacation.com
Free Family Movie Under The Stars: 3,10,17,24,31. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Dusk. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.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 and a Free outdoor concert by the Ocean City Pops. A Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening. 609-399-6111. 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. 9:15 p.m. 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. 9 a.m. 609. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Downtown Wildwood July 4th Party: 4. Wildwood. 3400 Pacific Ave. Wildwood. 7:30pm. Featuring The Juliano Brothers. Fireworks at 10pm visible from the Plaza. 609-523-1602. www.dooww.com
Independence Day Fireworks: 4. Cape May. Congress Street Beach. 9pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Market Days: 4,11,18, 25. Ocean City. On Asbury Ave. from 10am to 1pm Enjoy entertainment, face painters and balloon sculptures. www.oceancityvacation.com
Family Nights: 4,11,18, 25. Ocean City. Entertainment on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th streets. www.oceancityvacation.com
Downtown Wildwood Music In The Plaza - Concert Series: 4,11,18,25. Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave., Wildwood. Every Thursday from 7:30 - 9 pm. through Aug. 29. Bring your chair or blanket! 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb: 5. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm-10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Cape May Independence Day Parade: 6. Beach Ave. 1pm. FREE. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Boardwalk Craft Show: 5-7, 13-14. The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Fri. & Sat: 9am-5pm Sun: 9am-4pm 609-522-0378 or 609-522-0198. www.boardwalkcrafts.com
Sports Card, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show: 5-7. Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri: 3-9pm Sat: 10am-9pm Sun: 10am-5pm 732-690-2476. www.RKSportsPromotions.com
Friday Nights at Surfside Park: 5, 12,19. Avalon. Surfside Park at 2901 Avalon Ave. Each night will consist of balloon art, face painting, tattoos, trivia, dancing, character shows*, picture lines, games, and prizes. www.visitavalonnj.com
Beach Movies: 5,19: Avalon. 30th St. And the Beach. Beach Movies will begin at dusk after Friday Night at Surfside Park is over. www.avalonrecreation.org
Sidewalk Chalk Competition: 6. North Wildwood. Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Central Aves. 9am. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Americana Celebration: 6-7. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Celebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village! A variety of patriotic family activities, programs, and music will be taking place. The Village’s restored historic buildings will also be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. There will be a Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12. At 1:30 on both days, there will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence at the Village Gazebo. On Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 pm learn some of the history of the American Flag at the Village Welcome Center. Kids can also take part in the “Patriot Spy Game,” visiting Village buildings to look for clues using a real Revolutionary War cipher. www.hcsv.org
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Season Kick-Off: 6,13,20,27. Wildwood. Byrne Plaza, 3400-3501 Pacific Ave. 8am - 12:30pm. 609-523-1602. www.DOOWW.com
Summer Concert Series: 7, 14, 21, 28. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 8pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Hearth and Home: 8-9. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Two days of family-friendly, interactive and educational fun. www.hcsv.org
Free Concert Under The Stars: 6, 13, 20, 27. Sea Isle City. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. 7:30pm to 9:30pm. 609-263-8687. www.visitsicnj.com
Stone Harbor Farmers Market: 7, 14, 21, 28. 8am – 12:30pm. Browse the varied items and vendors available every Sunday until Sept. 1 at the Water Tower Lot. www.facebook.com/StoneHarborFarmersMarket
Cape May County Lifeguard Championships: 8. Beach at Rambler Rd, Wildwood Crest. 6:30pm. 609-522-3825 or www.wcbp.org
Dance Xplosion: 8-13. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am-11pm daily. 516-731-8415 or www.DanceXplosionTalent.com
Tuesday at the Tower Concert Series: 9,16, 23, 30. Enjoy free concerts every Tuesday until Aug. 27. Water Tower Lot, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. www.shnj.org
Wacky Wednesday: Taffy Sculpting: 10. 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
Sand Sculpting Contest: 11. 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 11:00am. For more information call 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.com
Acoustic Open Mic Night (Ages 14-20): 11, 18, 25. Sea Isle City. Awards for best performers. Excursion Park located at JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave. Participants can enjoy karaoke, corn-hole, and pick-up volleyball games with the SICPD. Gift cards will be given to the best performers and corn-hole players. 9pm to 11pm. 609-263-9090. www.seaislechamber.com
Thursdays at Surfside Park: 11,18,25. Avalon. Surfside Park at 2901 Avalon Ave. Live music. www.visitavalonnj.com
Movies on the Beach: 11, 18, 25. Cape May. The featured movie will begin at dusk at 714 Beach Ave. 609-884-9565. Visit www.capemaycity.com
Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival: 12. Beach at Heather Road, Wildwood Crest. 9am - 2pm 609-522-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races: 12. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Avenue. 6pm 609-522-7500
NJ Barbeque State Barbeque Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival: 12-14. 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
Boogie Board Races: 13. North Wildwood. Beach at 15th Ave, North Wildwood. 10 a.m. 609-522-2955. www.NorthWildwood.com
Promenade Arts and Crafts Show: 13-14. Cape May. 714 Beach Ave. 10am - 5pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Automobiles, Trains & Planes Weekend: 13-14. Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Antique and classic cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles line the tree shaded Village paths. Take a ride on a "speeder," gasoline-powered railroad track inspection vehicles or enjoy a tractor hayride. www.hcsv.org
New Jersey Bronco Invasion: 14-16. Wildwoods Beach south of the Convention Center. www.NJJeepInvasion.com
Sophisticated Productions Dance Competition: 14-19. Wildwoods Convention Center. 7am-10pm daily. 413-568-4815. www.SophisticatedProductions.com
Wacky Wednesday: French Fry Sculpting: 17. 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
Anglesea Night Market & Food Truck Fest: 18. North Wildwood Entertainment District, Olde NJ Ave., 5pm-10pm 609-318-4504. www.AngleseaNightMarket.com
Third Friday: 19. Glasstown Arts District, Millville. High Street in the District comes alive with those enjoying the arts, entertainment and more. Exhibition openings, live music, dining and shopping in a festive atmosphere. 856-293-0556. www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
Fish For Life: 20. Wildwood Crest. Starlight Fleet, 6200 Park Blvd. Seasoned anglers will teach special needs children how to fish. 215-901-5905. www.fishforlife.org
North Wildwood Christmas In July: 20. North Wildwood. Along the beach in North Wildwood. 609-522-7500. www.NorthWildwood.com
Night In Venice: 20. 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
Wildwood Crest Christmas In July Festival: 20. Sunset Lake along New Jersey Ave, from Stanton to Miami Aves, Wildwood Crest. 6-9pm. 609-523-0202 www.WildwoodCrest.org
Wheels & Wings Air Show featuring USAF F-22 Raptor & US Army Golden Knights: 20-21. Millville Executive Airport. 9am to 5 pm Tickets: $30 Adults $15 Child (12 & under) Buy Advance Tickets Save $5 per ticket. VIP Tickets - $150 Adults, $50 Children (12 & under). www.millvilleairshow.com
Lighthouse Full Moon Climb: 21. Cape May Lighthouse, 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. 8pm-10pm. www.capemaymac.org
Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt: 21. Cape May. 238 Beach Ave. 1pm. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Homespun History: 20-21 Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. www.hcsv.org
Cape Express "More Beach Blast" Soccer: 20-21. Wildwood. Beach between Spencer & Poplar Aves. 7am-6pm daily. www.CapeExpress.com
Wacky Wednesday: Christmas in July: 24. Ocean City. Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Ocean City Music Pier at Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. 10:30am. 609-399-6111. www.oceancityvacation.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
Cape May Baby Parade: 26. Cape May. The nation’s oldest seashore resort will showcase its youngest guests in the 90th annual baby parade beginning at 11 am. The parade will proceed along Beach Ave. and conclude at Convention Hall near Howard St. 609-884-9565. www.capemaycity.com
Dutch Hoffman Memorial Lifeguard Races: 26. Beach at Lincoln Ave, Wildwood. 6:30 p.m. 609-522-8258. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwood Crest 5K Beach Run: 27. Wildwood Crest. Heather Rd. beach, Wildwood Crest. 8:30 a.m. 609-523-0202. www.WildwoodCrest.org
Jus Nice Sneaker Convention: 27-28. Wildwoods Convention Center. Noon-5 p.m. 609-305-3658. www.jusnicesneakerconvention.com
Wildwood’s Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade: 27. Wildwood. Route to be announced. 609-522-5837 www.recreation-wildwoodnj.org
Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament: 27-28: Beach between Oak and Rio Grande Aves. Sat: 9am - 5pm Sun: 10am- 5pm. www.WWBeachUltimate.com
Down On The Farm Weekend: 27-28: Historic Cold Spring Village, Cape May. Experience life on an Early American farm through hands-on activities and exhibits. www.hcsv.org
The Wildwoods Love Waddler's Baby Waddle Contest: 30. Wildwoods Convention Center turnaround circle. 9:30am 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
Wildwoods Baby Parade: 31. Wildwood. A tradition since 1909. Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center. Boardwalk parade. 6pm FREE. 609-729-9000. www.wildwoodsnj.com
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