July 2024
Gardens Civic Association Bike Parade
Thursday July 4, 2024 9:00 am
Longport Bridge parking lot, Ocean City
Registration for this parade is at 9:00 am and the parade begins at 10:00 am.
South OC Improvement Association Bike Parade
Thursday July 4, 2024 9:00 am
40th & Asbury Avenue, Ocean City
This parade is sponsored by the South OC Improvement Association, City of Ocean City & the Chamber of Commerce. Registration is at 9:00 am and the parade begins at 10:00 am.
Riviera Neighborhood Bike Parade
Thursday July 4, 2024 11:00 am
Rosemar Lane Park, Ocean City
Registration is at 11:00 am and the parade begins at 12:00 noon.
Ocean City Fourth of July Celebration Thursday July 4, 2024 7:00 pm
Ocean City Boardwalk
Celebrate the 4th with fun activities! A kite flying competition will begin at 7:00 pm and at 8:00 pm the Ocean City Pops will offer a free concert at Carey Stadium, 6th & Boardwalk. A spectacular boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening at 9:00 pm.
Independence Day Family Parade
Thursday July 4, 2024 8:15 am registration; parade begins at 9:00
9th and Atlantic Avenues, North Wildwood
Parade proceeds north to 1st and Surf Avenues. No rain date. Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes wagons, strollers, scooters and low speed vehicles in red, white and blue theme.
Patriotic Pooch Parade
Thursday July 4, 2024 8:15 am registration, parade begins at 9:00
Bill Henfey Park, North Wildwood
Pooch Parade joins regular parade at 8th & Atlantic Avenues and proceeds north to 1st & Surf Avenues. No rain date. Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes, strollers, scooters, golf carts etc. in red, white and blue theme. Pooches can be registered the day of the parade. All ages are welcome to participate in the parade.
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular on the Boardwalk
Thursday July 4, 2024 10:00 pm
Beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood
Celebrate Independence Day on the Wildwoods Boardwalk and enjoy the 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at 10 p.m. This special fireworks spectacular is synchronized to patriotic music playing over the Wildwoods Boardwalk sound system. Rain date is Friday, July 5th at 10:00 pm
Downtown Wildwood July 4th Party with The Juliano Brothers
Thursday July 4, 2024 7:30 pm
Byrne Plaza, Wildwood
Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) is bringing in The Juliano Brothers and throwing a July 4th Party at Byrne Plaza, including a free dance party that will start at 7:30 p.m., on Thursday, July 4th, and run until the Boardwalk Fireworks Spectacular lights up the sky at 10 p.m.
Boardwalk Craft Show
Friday July 5 – Sunday July 7, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wildwood Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue
Artisans, handmade craft items, boutique items, gifts & more. Boardwalk Craft Show is rain or shine.
Freckle Contest
Wednesday July 10, 2024 5:30 pm
Music Pier, Ocean City
Registration is free and begins at 5:30 pm. Contest starts at 6:00 pm.
Sand Sculpting Contest
Thursday July 11, 2024 9:00 am
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
This contest is open to kids, teens, adults and families. Registration is free and begins at 9:00 am at the 6th Street Beach. Judging takes place by 11:00 am.
Maryanne Pastry Shoppe Cornhole for Cancer
July 12, 2024 3:30 PM 7:30 pm
Excursion Park, Sea Isle
Come play cornhole for a good cause! Registration for the games begins at 3:30 pm and event begins at 4:00 pm. Raindate: July 13th
NJ State BBQ Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival
Friday July 12 4:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Saturday July 13 10:00 am – 11:00 pm; Sunday July 14 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues and surrounding pubs, North Wildwood.
Experience the BEST in Barbeque and Blues at this exciting three day festival, featuring live cooking demonstrations, incredible food and top regional and national blues acts.
Wildwood Crest Sand Sculpting Festival
Friday July 12, 2024 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Beach at Heather Road, Wildwood Crest
Grab your buckets and shovels and get ready to create works of art in the sand during the 12th annual event. This amateur and semi-pro sand sculpting contest is hosted by professional world-renowned sand sculptor Matt Long, a former cast member of the Travel Channel’s SandMasters, and “Can You Dig It!” Sand Tools.
Summer Craft Show on the Promenade
Saturday, July 13 – Sunday, July 14, 2024 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cape May Promenade
Summer Craft Show on the Promenade will have exhibitors that create unique, original artwork and handmade items.
Boardwalk Craft Show
Saturday July 13 – Sunday July 14, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wildwood Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue
Artisans, handmade craft items, boutique items, gifts & more. Boardwalk Craft Show is rain or shine.
Anglesea Night Market & Food Truck Night
Thursday July 18, 2024 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Olde New Jersey Avenue Entertainment District, North Wildwood
Treat yourself to some of the best food from the region at this event, featuring award-winning food trucks, gourmet food vendors, and everything North Wildwood has to offer.
Night in Venice
Saturday July 20, 2024 6:30 pm
Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue along the bay, Ocean City
The City’s annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue along the bay. Fireworks display follows parade.
Sandy Sprint 5K & Family Walk
July 20, 2024 8:30 am – 10:30 am (Registration begins at 7:30am)
Excursion Park, Sea Isle
The Sandy Sprint is hosted by the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation in an effort to spread the word about our mission and raise funds to advance research.
Boardwalk Craft Show
Saturday July 20 – Sunday July 21, 2024 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wildwood Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue
Artisans, handmade craft items, boutique items, gifts & more. Boardwalk Craft Show is rain or shine.
North Wildwood Christmas in July with Santa Claus
Saturday July 20, 2024
North Wildwood Beach, North Wildwood
Take a photo with Santa, enjoy a candy cane, and sing along with live holiday music during this “Christmas in July” event. Don’t forget to decorate your beach blanket, wear festive beach attire, and create your own reindeer games. This family-fun event is presented by the North Wildwood Beach Patrol.
Wildwood Crest Christmas in July Festival
Saturday July 20, 2024 6:00 pm
Sunset Lake near Atlanta and New Jersey Avenues, Wildwood Crest
Come celebrate the Christmas season in the summertime with this family-oriented festival along Sunset Lake. Live music with “Big House” (holiday-themed songs, along with dance and party hits), food, children’s and family activities, free photos with Santa Claus and more! Event concludes with boat parade in Sunset Lake.
Full Moon Beach Yoga
July 21, 2024 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
5th Street Beach, Sea Isle
Come enjoy the full moon as you engage in a relaxing yoga experience. Online registration is required and opens 2 weeks prior to event.
Santa’s Stone Harbor Vacation
Saturday July 21 – Saturday July 25, 2024
Various locations around Stone Harbor
Enjoy Santa’s annual vacation in Stone Harbor with special events and appearances.
Wildwood’s Christmas in July Golf Cart Parade
Saturday July 27, 2024
Wildwood Boardwalk
Register and decorate your Golf Cart to participate in the 3rd annual golf cart parade on the Wildwoods Boardwalk.
