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Moreys Piers A Closer Walk Christian Youth Event
Morey's Piers, Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. Youth groups and families are invited to join us for a weekend of camping on the beach. Live Christian music and worship services. Entrance fee for participants. 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com.html |
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8/25 |
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Wildwood Talent Showcase Monday through Friday
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk, Wildwood. 7 p.m. Dancers ages 6 - 18 perform. FREE. 609.522.2444 or http://www.wildwoodnj.org |
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8/29 |
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Doo Wop Back to the '50s Neon Night Tours
Tour leaves from the front of the Doo Wop Experience Museum 4500 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood. 8 p.m. Riders can relive the exciting 1950's and 1960's in the Wildwoods-By-The-Sea. See the best of the Wildwoods' Doo Wop style landmarks while a knowledgeable guide in Fifties attire recounts the popular culture of the era. Admission fee $12 adults, $6 children. 609.523.1958 or doowopusa.org. |
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8/29 |
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Philadelphia Mummers Parade Performances
Performances vary between t two string bands on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com. |
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8/31 |
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North Wildwood Concerts under the Stars series
FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheater, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood.8 p.m. Rain or shine. 609.522.7722 800.882.7787or visit http://www.NorthWildwood.com. |
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Battle at the Beach Grappling Tournament
Wildwoods Convention Center. Mixed martial arts fighting competition with contestants from the tri-state area. Fri: 8 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday night's reality fighting features 10 MMA fights - tickets start at $30. Saturday and Sunday's competitions feature 360 gi and no-gi divisions. Saturday features adults and teens only and Sunday features children only. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. For more information call 860-295-0403 or visit http://www.nagafighter.com. |
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8/4 |
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Beach Field Hockey Tournament
Morey's Piers presents an exciting way to play Field Hockey - on the beach! Youth and adult teams from all the tri-state area compete on the sand! 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com |
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8/30 |
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Fireworks on the Beach
Summer fireworks extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue in Wildwood, every Friday night! Visible from almost anywhere in the Wildwoods! 10 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com |
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| 8/3 |
8/3 |
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Beach Baggo Cornhole Tournament
PJ's Beef Steak Beach Baggo Tournament Tour Presented by AC Press At The Shore. The beach cornhole tournament will be held at 12 noon on the Wildwood beach between Maple & Pine Avenues, just steps off the boardwalk between Surfside Pier and Mariner's Landing. $60 per team entry fee. Three games guaranteed. $1,000 in cash prizes for the top 5 teams. 25% of all proceeds go to charities. Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Beer for sale on-site donated by Tuckahoe Brewing Company. For more information or to register, visit http://www.BeachBaggo.com. |
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| 8/3 |
8/3 |
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Philomena Monastero Boardwalk for the Cure
Enjoy a relaxing stroll with us on the Wildwoods Boardwalk at our annual family walk to fight ovarian cancer! Entrance fee for participants. Check-in/registration 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. Walk starts at 11 a.m. 267.496.6419 or http://www.boardwalk4cure.org. |
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8/3 |
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Wildwood Crest 5K Beach Race
The Wildwood Crest Recreation Department will host the 5K Beach Run at 8:45 a.m. (rain or shine.) The run will begin and end at the edge of the Wildwood Crest Beach Pier on the beach at Heather Road. The run will be held on an out-and-back all-beach course. The event also includes a one-mile fun run/walk. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers, as well as the top male and female finishers in categorized age groups. All pre-registered competitors will receive a long-sleeve T-shirt. Race-day registrants will receive a long-sleeve T-shirt as supplies last. Refreshments will be available following the completion of the races. Registration fees are $15 for the 5K run and $10 for the one-mile fun run if registered by August 1. Fees are $20 and $15 after August 1. Race-day registration will be held at the Crest Pier Recreation Center at Heather Road and Ocean Avenue at 7 a.m. Registration forms are available online at http://www.wildwoodcrest.org/dept_recreation.htm. For more information call 609-523-0202 or visit www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. |
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8/3 |
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Wildwood Crest Antique, Classic and Hot Rod Car Show
First United Methodist Church, Fern Rd. & Atlantic Ave., Wildwood Crest. Display of antique, classic and customized hot/street rods. Cars must be 25 years old or older to qualify in NJ Vintage Cars on display for public to view. Refreshments available for purchase. Registration fee for participants, FREE to spectators. 609.522.5256. |
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8/24 |
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Boardwalk Craft Shows
The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. All handmade products. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
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8/24 |
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Historic House Tours of the J Thompson Baker House
Join us on a tour of the historic J Thompson Baker House, 3008 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood. 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Call for prices and reservations: 609.729.4515, 609.522.0060 or 609.522.3639. |
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8/28 |
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Summer Live Music Series at Centennial Park
Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family at the Centennial Park. All ages shows. Bring a blanket or beach chair. 609.523.0202 or http://www.visitwildwoodcrest.com |
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8/25 |
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Fox Park Amphitheatre Concert Series
Fox Park, Burk & Ocean Avenues,Wildwood. Sunday nights 7:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or a beach chair. Featured artists TBA. 609.522.2444 or http://www.wildwoodnj.org |
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8/26 |
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Irish Pipe Brigade Parade
Authentic Irish Pipe and Drum Brigade parade on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. FREE. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com. |
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8/27 |
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Yoga on the Beach
Bring a towel and an open mind and join us on the Wildwood beach behind the Wildwoods Convention Center at Burk Avenue for yoga classes every Mon & Wed at 9 a.m. $5 per class. 609.636.7184 or charlalewis@live.com |
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8/6 |
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National Night Out-Wildwood
Fox Park, Ocean Avenue, Wildwood, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. A yearly event that offers an ideal opportunity to build neighborhood unity and strengthen police-community partnerships in a continuing effort to build a bettre City and safer America. FREE games, food, prizes, dunk tank and much more! Bring the family out for a fun night. Sponsored by the Wildwood Police Department. 609.522.2444 ext. 2325 |
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8/27 |
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Boardwalk Parades
The Wildwoods Boardwalk. Various strolling musical entertainment. Tuesday night performances vary between the Drum and Bugle performances or the Main Stage Harmony Performers. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. FREE. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com |
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8/7 |
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National Lighthouse Day
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. FREE admission to the event and the lighthouse. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Formal ceremony 10 a.m. - Noon. Guest speakers include elected state and local officials, historians, US Coast Guard Honor Guard, music. Additional special guest authors, artists and museum displays, food and more. 609.522.4520 or http://www.HerefordLighthouse.org. |
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Wildwoods Baby Parade
A Wildwood tradition since 1909! This year's theme is Saluting America's Heroes and participants are encouraged to dress in patriotic or military themed attire. Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center from 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. No entries accepted after 5:15 p.m. Judging occurs while participants are at the Convention Center. Line-up begins at 5:30 p.m., parade steps off at 6 p.m. SHARP and proceeds up the Wildwoods Boardwalk to 16th Street, North Wildwood. Complimentary trolley service will be available throughout the parade to transport participants between parking areas in Wildwood and 16th Street in North Wildwood. Categories are as follows: Cutest Baby Boy (under 12 months- overall appearance, undecorated stroller); Cutest Baby Girl (under 12 months- overall appearance, undecorated stroller); Fancy Children (in decorated strollers, coaches, kiddy cars or wagons); Most Original Children (decorated strollers, coaches, kiddy cars or wagons - can be themed); Best Dressed (walking); Costumed (themed clothing, walking); Floats (pulled or pushed.) Registration form can be found on the About Us page of this website. FREE! For more information call 609.729.4000. |
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8/10 |
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Harlem Globetrotters
Returning to the Oceanfront Arena at the Wildwoods Convention Center Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, at 7 p.m. nightly. Four fun-filled shows to entertain the entire family! Tickets will be on sale through Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000 or www.ticketmaster.com, at http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/wildwood or at the Convention Center Box Office. Discounts are available for groups of 10+, Boy/Girl Scouts, corporations and non-profits. Contact Globetrotters group sales at 800-641-4667. |
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8/28 |
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Duffy String Band Performances
Duffy String Band performs on the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 16th Street to the Wildwoods Convention Center. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or dowildwood.com. |
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8/10 |
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Annual SOCS Survivors of Cancer Fundraiser
Annual fund raising event. Lighthouse Point Restaurant, Shawcrest Rd., Wildwood.2 p.m. - 6 p.m. $20 donation. 609.465.7655. |
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North Wildwood Annual Flea Market
JFK Blvd from 2nd - 13th Avenues, North Wildwood. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 609.522.2030 x 1430 or http://www.northwildwood.com. |
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8/17 |
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Tri the Wildwoods Triathlon & 5k
Triathlon and 5K - 15th Avenue and the beach, North Wildwood. 10th Anniversary and a rite of passage race! Triathlon: 1/4 mile swim, 10 mile bike, and 3.1 mile (5K) beach run. Or participate in only the 5K beach run. USA Triathlon Sanctioned event. Starts at 7 a.m. Fee for participants. New this year is the Wild Child Splash & Dash for ages 7-15, which focuses on finishing rather than competing. For more information call 609.374.6495 or visit http://www.DelmoSports.com. |
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8/18 |
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Moreys Piers Coastin' by the Ocean
Morey's Piers welcomes amusement ride enthusiasts from all over the world during Coastin' by the Ocean - an exciting and informative annual social gathering designed for members of amusement park related clubs and their guests. Amusement ride enthusiast clubs connect individuals who are passionate about thrill rides, as well as connoisseurs of technical information and the rich history of amusement parks. This two-day weekend offers exclusive ride times, a behind the scenes tour and beach camping. 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com |
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8/18 |
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United Way of Cape May County Rubber Ducky Regatta
Raging Waters Water Park, Morey's Piers at Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. 7:30 p.m. Morey's Piers hosts this annual benefit for the Cape May County United Way. Watch as thousands of little yellow ducks race at Raging Waters for great prizes. Free to spectators. 609.729.2002 or http://www.uwcmc.com |
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8/19 |
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Around the Island Row
On the beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 7 a.m. Free. 609.522.7500. |
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8/25 |
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Sports Card, Toys, Comics and Collectibles Show
Wildwoods Convention Center. Collectibles, memorabilia and guest star appearances. Featuring over 100 tables of the hottest collectibles on the planet! Sports cards, old and new, sets, autographed memorobilia, posters, supplies, toys, coins, beanie babies, comics, jerseys, videos and much more! Fri:: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. FREE admission! Autograph guests include Wrestling Hall of Famers Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka, Nikolai Volkov, Tony Atlas and Howard Finkel. Football superstar appearances include Ickey Woods (inventor of the 'Ickey Shuffle'), along with Irving Fryar, Irv Smith and Mario Henry, as well as Boxing Champions Simon Brown and Chop Chop Corley. Also appearing is David Raymond, the original Philly Phanatic Mascot from 1978-1993. For more information call 732.422.9365 or visit http://www.RKSportsPromotions.com for a detailed schedule of events. |
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8/24 |
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Philadelphia Soul Summer Slam
Join the Philadelphia Soul for the 8th Annual Soul Summer Slam on the beach at Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. Flag football tournament from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., FREE entertainment from Noon to 4 p.m. Event features a silent auction, live entertainment, a flag football tournament and much more! 215.253.4900 x 162 or http://www.philadelphiasoul.com. |
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Restaurant Week in the Wildwoods
Wine and dine in some of Wildwoods finest restaurants. All participating restaurants will offer a complete four course meal, including appetizer, salad, entree and dessert for one low price, plus tax and gratuity. 609.522.8300 or http://www.wildwoodbythesearestaurantweek.com. |
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Labor Day Weekend Fireworks
On the beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood, at 10 p.m.Super Special Labor Day Weekend Fireworks Extravaganza to end the summer season. Visible from almost anywhere in the Wildwoods! Free. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com. |
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9/1 |
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All GM Car & Truck Show
Annual all GM Car & Truck Show will take place along Pacific Avenue in Wildwood on Saturday and in the circle in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center and on the Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the convention center on Sunday. Awards announced at the circle on Sunday afternoon. Come and compete for one of the Island's Top 25 Awards, plus Cash Prizes, Best of Show Stock and Best of Show Modified. For more information call 609.522.4546. |
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Ed's Funcade World Championship Skeeball
Ed's Funcade at 3700 Boardwalk at Lincoln Avenue,Wildwood. World Championship Skeeball Tournament. $1,000 first place and Ed's "Boardwalk Cup". Qualify from 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., tournament follows. 609.729.3223 or edsfuncade.com |
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Handcraft Unlimited Labor Day Craft Show
Wildwoods Convention Center. Quality crafters and merchandise of all kinds. There is something for everyone! Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $3. Children under 12 free. Get your handstamped at the show for FREE re-admission all weekend! All major credit cards are accepted at every booth. 717.656.4849 or http://www.handcraft-unlimited.com |
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