November 2024 Festivals and Events

November 2024 Festivals and Events

Stairway to the Stars
Friday November 1, 2024 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cape May Lighthouse
Stargaze from atop the Cape May Lighthouse! Climb the 199 steps to the watchtower on evenings of the new moon, when the moon is so dark it blends in with the night. On clear weather nights, stars are more visible so bring your binoculars.

Veterans Day Ceremony
Monday November 11, 2024 11:00 am – 12:00 noon
Veterans Park, Sea Isle
Join the Mayor and other dignitaries for this memorial event. Rain Location: Community Lodge, 300 JFK Boulevard, Sea Isle.

Veterans Day Program
Monday November 11, 2024 11:00 am
Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue

Pay tribute to Veterans at this annual program.

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
Friday November 15, 2024 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cape May Lighthouse
Follow the light of the full moon on these rare nighttime climbs up the 199 cast-iron spiral staircase steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse. Enjoy this nighttime view nearly 156 feet above the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean.

Winterfest by the Sea
Saturday November 16, 2024 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Ocean City Civic Center

The Chamber of Commerce presents their Fifth Annual Winterfest By The Sea Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. The event takes place inside the Civic Center. Craft vendors, food vendors and strolling Santa will be present.

Fall Girls Weekend
Friday November 22 – Sunday November 24, 2024
Various locations throughout Sea Isle City

Enjoy a fun weekend of special sales, events, food and drinks, and more.

“Earlier than the Bird” Downtown Shopping Extravaganza
Saturday November 23, 2024 8:00 am – 12:00 noon
Asbury Avenue, Ocean City

Get out earlier than the bird and jump start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajamas for early bird shopping specials.

Horse & Carriage Rides
Saturday November 23, 2024 12:00 noon – 3:00 pm
6th & Asbury Avenues, Ocean City

Enjoy a holiday stroll down Asbury in a horse drawn carriage. 

Holiday Tree-lighting Ceremony
Saturday November 23, 2024 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May

Santa and his elves have decked out the Physick Estate with thousands of lights and holiday trimmings. Enjoy a free performance of holiday classics by the Atlantic Brass Band as we join Santa in lighting the tree!

Sea Isle Mayor’s Holiday Parade Followed By Tree Lighting Ceremony with Santa
Friday November 29, 2024 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Along Landis Avenue Ending at Excursion Park, Sea Isle
Enjoy this festival annual event and ring in the holiday!

Avalon’s Festive Friday
Friday, November 29, 2024 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Avalon’s Shopping District
Enjoy live music to children’s performances, character appearances, face painting, crafts, giveaways, hot chocolate, and more!

Snowfest Saturday
Saturday, November 30, 2024 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Various locations throughout Avalon
The holiday fun continues with special events and family fun.

Stone Harbor Island Holiday Weekend
Friday November 29 – Saturday November 30, 2024
Various times and locations throughout Stone Harbor
Come kick off the holiday season with fun and activities for the whole family.

Turkey Trot 5K and 1.5 Mile Walk
Friday, November 29, 2024 10:00 am
27th and Avalon Avenue, Avalon
Kick-off Festive Friday with the Turkey Trot! Benefits Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children. 5K race begins at 27th and Avalon Avenue at 10:00 am and 1.5 Mile Walk begins at 10:15 am.

Annual Fast & Furriest 5k Turkey Trot
Thursday November 28, 2024
Ocean City Boardwalk

This event is sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information call 609-398-9500 ext. 4.

Christmas in the Downtown – “Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue”
Friday November 29, 2024 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Downtown Ocean City

Join the merchants & the Ocean City Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.

Photos with Santa
Saturday November 30 and Sunday December 1, 2024 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Ocean City Music Pier

Take a festive holiday photo with Santa.

Christmas in North Wildwood
Friday November 29 – Saturday December 1, 2024
Various locations throughout North Wildwood
Enjoy a scavenger hunt with prizes while enjoying the holidays in North Wildwood. Locations include: Olde New Jersey Avenue, 200 block of West 10th Avenue, 100 block of East 17th Avenue & more!

Wildwoods Holiday Shopping Village – Small Business Saturday
Saturday November 30, 2024 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
Byrne Plaza & Downtown Wildwood
Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce presents The 5th Annual Wildwoods Holiday Shopping Village… a completely outdoor shopping experience. Local small business vendors will be on hand for you to purchase the perfect holiday gift. Local artisans, jewelry, specialty shops, handcrafted items, holiday decorations, baked goods, boutique shops, gifts, holiday music, & more. This event will also serve as a gift drop location for The Lynch Who Stole Christmas From The GrYnch Program.