Monday
Avalon
Monday Funday
Mondays through August 26, 10:00 am
Avalon Free Public Library or Avalon History Center
This weekly interactive kids’ event includes crafts, activities, and performances for kids.
Surfside Live
Mondays, July 1 – August 26, 6:30 – 8:30 pm,
Surfside Park, 30th Street and the Beach
This activity is new for 2019! Enjoy an interactive live performance every Monday night, featuring favorite characters, face painting, DJ, and more. For character appearance dates, click here.
Cape May
Family Fun Days at the Lighthouse
Wednesdays, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm (through August 21)
Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Point State Park
The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse becomes a beacon of fun. Enjoy kid-friendly activities, performers, entertainment and unique crafts vendors at the base of the lighthouse. Plenty of free parking.
Ocean City
Beach Exercise (July and August), 8:00am – 9:00 am
6th Street Beach
Bring a towel & a friend; hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center.
Sea Isle City
Free Family Movies Under the Stars (July 1-August 26) at Dusk
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
Bring your beach chairs and blankets and enjoy a family-friendly movie by the sea. For movie listing, click here.
Stone Harbor
Stone Harbor Family Night (June 26 -August 27), 7:00 – 7:45 pm
Stone Harbor Firehouse
Fun entertainment for families including magic shows, puppet theater, animal adventures, story time and more. Magic shows, puppet theatre, storytelling, animal adventures, and more! This event is open to public and free for all.
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood 5 Fabulous Days of Fitness in the Plaza
Monday – Friday through August 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood
Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Boot Camp Circuit Training
Tuesday and Thursday – Yoga
Wildwood Crest Sunset Celebrations
July at 7:30 pm in July, August at 7:00 pm
Sunset Lake, New Jersey Avenue between Atlantic & Miami Avenues in Wildwood Crest
Free entertainment along beautiful Sunset Lake while you watch a stunning sunset.
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Magic Show at the Flow House
Every Monday night from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm (July 1 – August 26)
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Come have a family dinner and enjoy a free magic show fun for all ages! Includes parlor or stage magic, comedy, mentalism, card magic, and illusions. Children, teens, and adults may take part in the show as volunteers.
Tuesday
Avalon
Story Time
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 am (Year-round)
Avalon Free Public Library, 235 32nd Street
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
Teen Tuesdays
Tuesdays, 11:00 am (July 2-Aug. 27)
Avalon Free Public Library, 235 32nd Street
Events for teens are held every Tuesday ranging from reading and arts to technology and Escape Room activities.
Avalon Beach Movies (June 25 – August 27)
Every Tuesday at dusk
30th Street Beach
Click here for movie listings. In the event of inclement weather, movie will be held on Wednesday night.
Cape May
Cape May Farmers Market
Every Tuesday, 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm
West Cape May Municipal Complex at the Backyard Park
Free Family Magic Show
Every Tuesday Evening at 7:00 pm (July 2 – August 27)
Cape May Convention Hall – 7pm
Come Enjoy Some Free Fun for Children and Adults of All Ages!
Ocean City
Beach Walks
Tuesdays, 9:00 am (July and August)
South End Location: 59th Street and Central Avenue (Entrance to Corsons Park)
Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1.00 Children $.50.
Funtastic Tuesdays
10:00 am – 1:00 pm (July 1 – August 26)
Asbury Avenue
Each Tuesday, visitors will find entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, pony rides and much more.
Fun Runs (Short and Kid Distances)
Every Tuesday at 6:00pm (July and August)
Carey Field, 6th & Atlantic Avenues
All ages are welcome to participate in short and kid distance runs.
Mummer’s Night
Every Tuesday evening, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm (July 7 – August 25)
Boardwalk, 6th – 14th Streets
Mummers strut on the boardwalk every Tuesday night.
Sea Isle City
Sea Isle Farmer’s Market
Every Tuesday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (June 18-August 27)
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
Features a variety of fresh produce, local artisan crafts and gourmet foods.
Guided Beachcombing
Tuesdays at 10:00 am – 11:00 am (June 25-August 2)
29th Street Beach and Promenade
Learn all about our beaches and the creatures that dwell in and around them from beachcombing guides, and then explore the beach for your own treasures. $1 cost includes a free beachcombing bucket.
Free Family Dance Party
Tuesday nights, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (July 2-August 27, except August 6)
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
A DJ spins popular tunes to allow families and friends to dance and have fun.
Stone Harbor
Tuesdays at the Tower Concert Series
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (July 9 – August 27)
95th Street Water Tower Plaza
Features live bands and a Beer and Wine Garden, sponsored by the Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce. This is a free event and is open to the public
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood 5 Fabulous Days of Fitness in the Plaza
Monday – Friday through August 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood
Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Boot Camp Circuit Training
Tuesday and Thursday – Yoga
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Tuesday Night Free Movies in the Plaza
Every Tuesday night at dusk through August 27
Byrne Plaza, Oak and Pacific Avenue, Wildwood
Bring a blanket or beach chair. (Rain date is scheduled for Wednesdays.) For movie listings, click here.
Trivia Night at Flow House
Every Tuesday night from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm through August 27, 2019
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Enjoy a nice meal with friends and/or family and participate in a free trivia challenge with the possibility of winning free passes to the park, discounts for Flow House and more.
Wednesday
Avalon
LEGO Club
Wednesdays, 10:00 am (June 26-Aug. 28)
Avalon Free Public Library, 235 32nd Street
The Library supplies the Legos, but you provide the imagination. Get creative with a team or work on your own. All ages are welcome.
Dune and Beach Walk
9:30 am – 10:30 am
48th Street and Dune Drive
Meet at 45th Street and Dune Drive in Avalon for an interpretive walk with a naturalist along the maritime forest and dune trails as you learn about the animals and plants that thrive in this environment. Presented by the Wetlands Institute of Stone Harbor.
Ocean City
Beach Exercise
8:00am – 9:00 am (July and August)
6th Street Beach
Bring a towel & a friend; hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center
Farmer’s Market
8:00 am – 1:00 pm (June 26 – September 4)
Ocean City Tabernacle Grounds
Find fresh produce and much more, including crafters at 6th & Asbury Avenue.
Wacky Wednesdays
10:30 am (June 26 – August 28)
Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk
Weekly event includes offer “wacky, but not tacky” fun events and contests for the entire family.
Beach Walks
Wednesdays 6:30pm
59th Street and Central Avenue (Entrance to Corsons Park)
Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1.00 Children $.50.
Sea Isle City
Acoustic Open Mic Night for Ages 14-20
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm (July 10-August 21)
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
This night not only offers entertainers an opportunity to perform for cheering fans, it also allows teens and young adults to gather for a night of fun including Xbox video game truck and cornhole tournaments.
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood 5 Fabulous Days of Fitness in the Plaza
Monday – Friday through August 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood
Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Boot Camp Circuit Training
Tuesday and Thursday – Yoga
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Kids Karaoke at the Flow House
Every Wednesday, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm through August
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Come enjoy a lovely family dinner and watch your kids become stars (or join in yourself!)
Thursday
Avalon
Story Time (Year-round)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00 am
Avalon Free Public Library, 235 32nd Street
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
Thursdays on Dune
Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm activities, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. concert (June 27-Aug. 29)
Veterans Plaza, 21st Street and Dune Drive
Featuring children’s activities from 5:30 – 7:00 pm including face painting, balloon art, character appearances, crafts, giveaways and more, followed by a live band from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm.
Cape May
Free Movies on the Beach
Every Thursday night at 8:00 pm (July 11 – August 29)
Stockton Beach next to Convention Hall
Live Music & Children’s Activities begin at 8:00 pm and the featured movie begins at 8:30 pm. For movie listings, click here.
Ocean City
Market Days
10:00 am – 1:00 pm (July 11 – August 30)
Asbury Avenue
Each Thursday, visitors will find entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, pony rides and much more.
Fun Runs (Long Distances)
Every Thursday evening, 6:00 pm (July and August)
Carey Field, 6th & Atlantic Avenues
All ages are welcome to participate in fun long-distance runs. (No run scheduled on 4th of July).
Family Nights
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm (July and August)
Boardwalk between 6th-14th Streets
Enjoy free entertainment on the boardwalk.
Sea Isle City
Guided Beachcombing
10:00 am – 11:00 am (June 27-August 29)
94th Street Beach (Registration is at Townsends Inlet Waterfront Park Pavilion)
Learn all about our beaches and the creatures that dwell in and around them from beachcombing guides, and then explore the beach for your own treasures. $1 cost includes a free beachcombing bucket.
Free Concerts Under the Stars
Thursdays 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (July 11-August 29)
Excursion Park, JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Avenue
Enjoy cover bands performing your favorite genres of music, from R&B, Motown, Pop, Rock and others. For band performance schedule, click here.
Stone Harbor
Thursdays on the Lawn
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (July 11 – August 15)
Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, 9425 Third Avenue
Bring your beach chair and enjoy a live band on the lawn. Refreshments and cookies provided. For band performance schedule, click here.
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood 5 Fabulous Days of Fitness in the Plaza
Monday – Friday through August 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood
Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Boot Camp Circuit Training
Tuesday and Thursday – Yoga
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Downtown Wildwood Music in the Plaza
Every Thursday evening, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm through August 29
Byrne Plaza on Pacific Avenue (between Oak & Cedar Aves) in Wildwood. FREE admission and parking. Free music for all – bring a blanket or beach chair.
Balloon Artist at the Flow House
Every Thursday night, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm through August
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
A balloon artist will entertain your family as you dine on a delicious meal. Your children can get their favorite character/animal made by a talented balloon artist, free of charge.
Friday
Avalon
Kids Friday Fundays
10:00 am – 12:00 noon (July 12-Aug. 16)
Avalon Community Hall, 3001 Avalon Avenue
Two hours of fun events for kids.
July 12 Cornhole Day
July 19 Sand Art Day
July 26 Tie Dye Day
August 2 Sand Art Day
August 9 Tie Dye Day
August 16 Cornhole Day
Video Games at the Library
11 am – 12:00 noon (June 28 – August 23 except August 16)
Avalon Free Public Library, 235 32nd Street
Play Nintendo Switch on a big screen, plus enjoy other games such as Nintendo DS and tabletop games. All ages welcome.
Surfside Jam
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm (June 28-Aug. 23)
Surfside Park, 30th Street Beach
Kick off the weekend with the best in family fun with a live DJ Dance Party, games for all age kids, prizes and face painting.
Ocean City
Beach Exercise
8:00am – 9:00 am (July and August)
6th Street Beach
Bring a towel & a friend; hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center
Sea Isle City
Free Classic Movies Under the Stars
Every Friday night at Dusk (July 5 – August 30)
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
Bring your beach chairs and blankets and go back in time with a classic movie by the sea.For movie listing, click here.
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood 5 Fabulous Days of Fitness in the Plaza
Monday – Friday through August 30, 8:30 am – 9:30 am
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood
Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Boot Camp Circuit Training
Tuesday and Thursday – Yoga
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Friday Night Fireworks on the Beach
Every Friday night at 10:00 pm through August 30
Pine Avenue Beach in Wildwood
The fireworks are visible from almost anywhere on the Wildwoods Boardwalk, and a musical score will be played all along the Boardwalk. Rain/wind date is Sunday night at 10:00 pm.
Face Painting at the Flow House
Every Friday night from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm through August
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Enjoy a lovely dinner and free face painting for you and your family.
Saturday
Cape May
Lighthouse Story Time
Saturdays, 12:30pm through September 1
Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Point State Park
Bring your young children to the Education Center in Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) to listen to nautical tales and lighthouse adventure stories.
The Keeper’s on Duty
Saturdays, 1:15 pm through August 31
Education Center at Cape May Lighthouse, Cape May Point State Park
The Keeper of the Cape May Lighthouse presents an informative and entertaining half hour talk on the history and lore of the famous 1859 Cape May Lighthouse. Suited for everyone from children to lighthouse buffs, it’s the perfect introduction to your lighthouse climb.
Dancing to the Fred Hall Orchestra
Every Saturday night, 7:30 for children, 9:00 for adults
Cape May Convention Hall
Children’s dance goes from 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm and the adult ballroom dancing goes from 9:00 pm – 10:30 pm.
Free Evening Concerts at the Rotary Park Bandstand
Every Saturday night, 7:00 pm
Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette Street
Free concerts to help you enjoy your summer nights.
Sea Isle City
Free Concerts Under the Stars
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm (June 29 – August 31)
Excursion Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue
Travel through decades of popular music with tribute bands that are sure to get everyone singing and dancing. For band performance schedule, click here.
Stone Harbor
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours
Saturdays 10:00 am (July 6 through August 24)
Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street and 2nd Avenue
Experienced docents lead guided tours through a maritime forest and barrier dunes and teach visitors about the natural history and wildlife of the Bird Sanctuary. Tours are one hour long.
Wildwood
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market
Every Saturday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm through September (no Market on September 7th)
Byrne Plaza, Oak and Pacific Avenues, Wildwood
This market features farm fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants, homemade baked goods, honey, wine, guacamole, herbs, nuts, organic tea, jams, jellies, jewelry, soaps, handmade non-food items and more. Radio station 98.7 The Coast will broadcast from here every week. Free parking is available.
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series
Every Saturday night at 7:30 pm through September 14
Centennial Park, located at Fern Road and Ocean Avenue in Wildwood Crest
Free live music for the entire family. Bring a blanket or beach chair.
Concerts under the Stars Series
Every Saturday night at 8:00 pm through August 31
Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood
Concerts and free live entertainment will be offered weekly. Entertainment lineup to be announced. Rain or shine.
Kids Karaoke at the Flow House
Every Saturday night from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm through August
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Come enjoy a lovely family dinner and watch your kids become stars (or join in yourself!) Prizes for kids.
Sunday
Cape May
Free Family Nature and Wildlife Show
Every Sunday evening 7:30 pm through September
Cape May Convention Hall
Steve Serwatka will present the New Jersey Nature Program. Come in and see Steve as he explains his efforts to save and rehabilitate wildlife. You can count on him to bring along some of the animals he has rescued for you to meet. The FREE of charge program is fun for all ages.
Free Evening Concerts at the Rotary Park Bandstand
Every Sunday night, 7:00 pm
Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette Street
Free concerts to help you enjoy your summer nights.
Stone Harbor
Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market
8:00 am – 12:30 pm (May 26 – September 1)
95th Street Water Tower Plaza
Weekly farmer’s market features fresh produce, baked goods, organic coffee and tea, gourmet foods, flowers, oils & vinegars, nuts, honey, flowers, nursery stock and much more.
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours
Sundays 10:00 am (June 2 through August 25)
Egret Espy Trail entrance at 114th Street and 2nd Avenue
Experienced docents lead guided tours through a maritime forest and barrier dunes and teach visitors about the natural history and wildlife of the Bird Sanctuary. Tours are one hour long.
Wildwood
Sunrise on Sunday Veteran Flag Service
Every Sunday morning at sunrise
Lou Booth Amphitheater at 2nd and Ocean Avenues in North Wildwood
Arrive 10 minutes before sunrise to participate in a 20-minute tribute and inspirational message at the most beautiful vista on the Jersey Shore. The Flag Raising Ceremony is weather permitting as Veteran Casket Flags are not for all-weather. Cancellations will be posted within a half hour of the scheduled service on the Weekly Schedule page on http://www.SunriseOnSunday.com.
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Daily at 7:00 pm through August 25
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.
Each night of the summer a Talent Showcase will be held featuring dancers ages 6-18
Fox Park Amphitheater Concert
Every Sunday night at 7:20 pm through August 25
Fox Park located at Burk & Ocean Avenues in Wildwood
Bring a blanket or a beach chair.
Game Night at the Flow House
Every Sunday night from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm through August
Flow House Bar and Grille @ Splash Zone Waterpark
Boardwalk & Cedar Avenue Cedar Avenue, Wildwood
Enjoy a nice meal with friends and family while your kids participate in free beach activities and fun.