3/4-5/2006 | National
Cheerleading Championship
The Wildwoods Convention Center. 4th
Annual National Cheer and Dance Championship. Competition includes recreation,
high school and all-star divisions. Register by phone 1-866-52-CHEER or on-line
at www.cheertech.net. |
| 3/11/2006 | St.
Patrick’s Day Celebration & Parade
Parade on Atlantic
Avenue from 9th to 2nd Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon. Free. 609.846.0454 |
3/19/2006 | Harlem
Globetrotters
The Wildwoods Convention Center. The world famous
Harlem Globetrotters return to the Wildwoods Convention Center during their 2006
“Unstoppable Tour”. A fun-filled family evening of basketball entertainment
and comedic antics. 4 p.m. Tickets on sale through Ticketmaster at 1-800-736-1420
or www.Ticketmaster.com. VIP floor seating $50, General Admission seating $23 |
3/24-26/2006 | Wildwoods
Boat Show and Fishing Expo
The Wildwoods Convention Center. A showcase
of major boat manufacturers, accessories and services. Also an outdoor used boat
marketplace. Fri: Noon - 6 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Entrance fee for participants. Admission fee $6 for adults, $4 for children, free
for children under age 12. 609.729.4000 or
www.wildwoodsboatshow.com. |
| 3/25/2006 | Ocean
Drive Marathon Health and Fitness Expo
The Wildwoods Convention
Center. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Expo in advance of the annual Ocean Drive Marathon,
runners are asked to check in while having the opportunity to shop for the latest
in runner’s gear, accessories and reading materials. This event is the last
opportunity to register for the marathon and 10 mile running events. 609.523.0880
or www.odmarathon.org/expo. |
3/26/2006 | Ocean
Drive Marathon
26.2 Mile road race that starts at 9 a.m. in Cape
May and runs along County and municipal roads spanning the barrier islands of
Cape May County. The race finishes on the promenade in Sea Isle City. Entrance
fee for participants. 609.523.0880 or www.odmarathon.org. |
4/1/2006 | Doo
Wop Duathlon – New!
Brand new and ready for you! DelMo Sports
is ready to start the season with the 1st Annual Doo Wop Duathlon. Race begins
at 8 a.m. at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Athletes will run 2 miles on the
famous Wildwood’s Boardwalk, then bike 12 scenic miles through Wildwood
and Wildwood Crest and end with an awards breakfast for participants at the Wildwoods
Convention Center. 609.374.6495. |
|
4/2/2006 | Jersey
Cape Auto Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. The Cape May County
Chamber of Commerce presents the Jersey Cape Auto Show featuring both new and
classic/antique cars. 609.465.7181 or www.cmccofc.com |
4/2-4/2006
| Wildwoods
Wholesale Gift Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Wholesale
trade show only. Souvenirs, gifts, jewelry, toys, candy and more. Sun. and Mon:
9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Tues: 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Entrance fee for participants.
Free admission. 508.238.5800. |
4/14-15/2006 | War
at the Jersey Shore Youth Wrestling
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
SJWA hosts the 3rd Annual event featuring National Folkstyle Wrestling Championships.
Fri: weigh-ins from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m., competition begins at 6 p.m., Sat: competition
from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Ticket prices to be determined. www.sjwrestling.com. |
4/15/2006 | Greater
Wildwood Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
On the beach at Lincoln Avenue.
Children ages 1 through 12 are invited to dig for eggs buried in the sand.
Noon. 609.729.5501. |
4/15/2006 | Elks
Annual Easter Egg Hunt
On the beach at 17th Avenue in North Wildwood
where children 11 and under can pick up eggs and receive prizes. Free. 609.729.2170.
|
4/16/2006 | Resurrection
“Son” Rise Service
The Wildwoods Boardwalk. Ford Mustang
show. Sat: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cars displayed on Boardwalk. Awards
and prizes. Sat: 7 p.m. Parade. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.517.5800 or 609.522.8288 |
4/16/2006 | Easter
Sunday Egg Hunt & Cotton Candy Eating Contest
On the beach
between 22nd and 23rd Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon to 2:30 p.m. Free. 609.729.3223. |
4/22-23/2006 | Fast
Lane Biker Magazines Spring Kick Off
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
Fast Lane Biker Magazine hosts the Spring Kick Off Motorcycle and Trade Show.
Live music, vendors, bike show, prizes and exhibitors. 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sat. &
Sun. www.fastlanebiker.com. |
| 4/23/2006 | “Beast
of the East” Cheerleading Competition
Wildwoods Convention
Center and the Beach between Schellenger and Lincoln Avenues, Wildwood. Cheer
Tech is hosting a cheerleading competition. 9 a.m.- 8 p.m. Admission fee for spectators
and participants. 866.52.CHEER or www.cheertech.net. |
| 4/26/2006 | Business
at the Beach Expo
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Hundreds of
products and services for Cape May County businesses. 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Entrance
fee for participants. Free admission. 609.465.7181. |
4/28-30/2006 | Wildwoods
Fabulous 50’s Weekend Salutes the 60’s – NEW!
Celebrate the music of the Sixties with Micky Dolenz of the Monkees, Herman's
Hermits with Peter Noone, Gary Lewis and the Playboys, the Crystals
and the Rip Chords! Free Street Fair with live entertainment by the Rip
Chords, 1910 Fruitgum Company, Love Affair and more, contests, food
and craft vendors, classic cars, Doo Wop trolley tours, an Austin Powers look-alike.
Accommodations packages available. Call toll-free 888.729.0033 or
www.FabFifties.com. |
5/1/2006 | Seashore
Foods Trade Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Trade show restricted to adults affiliated with or having a bonafide interest
in the food service industry. For additional information contact Seashore Foods
609.886.3100 ext. 18 or www.seashorefood.com. |
5/4-7/2006
| Tournament
of Bands Indoor Championships
The Wildwoods Convention Center and
Middle Township High School. All-Chapter Championship contest for the Tournament
of Bands indoor units from NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, WV and Ohio. Tickets sold by
package plans only. 856.935.4940 or tob@tob.org. |
5/6/2006
| South
Jersey Surfcasters 15th Annual Surf Fishing Tournament
Registration
is from 5:30 a.m. to 7 a.m. at the Angelsea Fire House, 2nd & NJ Avenues,
North Wildwood. Tournament takes place on the beaches in Wildwood Crest. Awards
and prizes to be given out at the Angelsea Firehouse at the conclusion of event.
Entrance fee $9 for individual participants, $40 for teams (6 person). 609.886.1656. |
|
5/11-14/2006 | Tall
Cedars of Lebanon Convention
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Independent
Masonic organization convention. Parade on Saturday beginning at 21st and Atlantic
Avenues and proceeds south to Andrews Avenue. 10 a.m. |
|
5/11-14/2006 | 14th
Annual East Coast Boardwalk Nationals Car Show
On the Boardwalk
and at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Fri. & Sat: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cars displayed
on the Boardwalk. Entrance fee $40 participants. Free to spectators. 609.523.8051
or www.njhra.com. |
|
5/12-16/2006 | North
Wildwood's Centennial Celebration - NEW!
The beginning of a year-long
celebration of North Wildwoods 100th birthday. Weekend events to be determined.
Free. 609.374.0562 or www.northwildwood.com. |
|
5/13/2006 | Bicycle
Tour of the Shore
Registration 8 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus
Hall, 206 New York Avenue, North Wildwood. Fund raiser for Survivors of Cancer.
$10 participant fee for adults, $5 participant fee for children. 609.846.0372. |
5/18-20/2006 | Knights
of Columbus Convention
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Annual
meeting of the New Jersey State Council, Knights of Columbus. Business sessions
will be held Fri. and Sat: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Members only. |
5/19-21/2006 | Spring
Beach Jam
Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk,
Wildwood. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts from around the country camp on the beach
between Schellenger & Spencer Avenues. Admission fee. 609.522.3900 or www.MoreysPiers.com. |
| 5/20/2006 | Pirates
Day with Captain Kidd
On the Beach at 16th Avenue, North Wildwood.
Sat: 11 a.m. Parade on the Boardwalk from 26th to 16th Avenues, North Wildwood
followed by a treasure hunt on the beach at 16th Avenue. Free to participants.
Free to spectators. To register call 609.522.2955 or www.northwildwoodrec.com. |
| 5/26/2006 | Unlocking
of the Sea Ceremony
Official unlocking of the ocean to kick off
the 2006 season on the beach on the Southside of the Wildwoods Convention Center.
It’s a Wildwoods Tradition. Noon. Free. |
5/26-29/2006 | Wildwoods
International Kite Festival & East Coast Stunt Kite Championships
On the Beach at Rio Grande Avenue and inside the Wildwoods Convention Center.
America’s largest kite festival, featuring world-renowned kite builders
and competitors, kite making workshops and exhibits, indoors competition and children’s
activities. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Fri: 9 p.m. Illuminated night kite fly. Entrance
fee for participants. Free to spectators. 215.736.1850. |
5/27-28/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
5/28/2006 | Memorial
Day Fireworks
Fireworks extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue,
Wildwood. 10:30 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602. |
5/29/2006
| Memorial
Day Ceremony
Ceremony at Veterans Monument, Spruce Avenue &
North Wildwood Boulevard, North Wildwood. 10 a.m. Free. 609.522.7722. |
| 5/31/2006 | Wildwoods
World Indoor Kite Competition
Neil's Steak and Chowder House, 222
E. Schellenger Ave., North Wildwood. Sample mouth-watering dishes and decadent
desserts from local eateries. Live entertainment and a silent auction. Proceeds
benefit scholarships for local high schools. 5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Admission $25.
609.729.4000 or www.wildwoods.com. |
| 6/1-2/2006 | Education
Extravaganza
Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue & the
Boardwalk, Wildwood. The beach and amusement pier are a backdrop for a day of
fun and education for students in grades 3-12. Admission fee. 609.522.3900 ext.
1136 or www.moreyspiers.com. |
6/1-4/2006
| New
Jersey State Elks Convention
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Thurs:
9 p.m. Concert featuring the “Legendary” Teenagers and the Shangri-Las,
open to the public, general admission seating. Sat: Noon. Parade on Atlantic Avenue
from 25th Avenue, North Wildwood to Aster Road, Wildwood Crest. Free. 732.229.2978
or www.njelks.org. |
6/2-4/2006 | Spring
Thunder on the Sand Motocross Race
On the Beach between Schellenger
& Spencer Avenues, Wildwood. AMA-sanctioned Pro-Am races for beginners to
pros. Sat: Noon and Sun: 10 a.m. Admission fee. 609.523.8051 or www.NJHRA.com. |
6/7-10/2006 | American
Legion Convention
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Sat: 2 p.m.
Parade on Atlantic Avenue from 18th Avenue, North Wildwood to Bennett Avenue,
Wildwood. Free. 609.695.5418 or www.njamericanlegion.org. |
6/9-11/2006 | DeMolay
International
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Masonic Lodge Youth
Group convention banquet and installation for members only. 1.800.DEMOLAY or www.demolay.org. |
6/10/2005 | Mummers
Brigade Weekend
26th to Olde New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood.
Parade on Surf Avenue, North Wildwood. Sat: 4:30 p.m. Free. 800.882.7787. |
| 6/10/2006
| Phillies'
Home Run Derby
Aster & Ocean Avenues, Wildwood Crest. Batting
contest for boys and girls ages 8-15. Winners receive prizes and advance to regional
finals. 9 a.m. Registration. 10 a.m. contest. Free. 609.522.2955 or www.northwildwood.com. |
6/10/2006
| Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood.
Over 50 juried crafters. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org. |
| 6/12-18/2006 | Veterans
of Foreign Wars and Ladies Auxiliary Convention
The Wildwoods Convention
Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood. Sat:1:30 Parade on Atlantic Avenue. 609.393.1929
or www.vfwnj.com |
| 6/14/2006 | American
Flag Day Ceremony
Veterans Monument, Spruce Avenue & North
Wildwood Boulevard, North Wildwood. Ceremonial Raising of the Flag. 10 a.m. Free.
609.729.9288 |
| 6/17/2006 | Wheelin’
the Wildwoods – New!
Bicycle races & tours that start
and finish in the New Jersey Avenue business district, Wildwood Crest. 9 a.m.
10 – 25 – 35 mile bicycle loops throughout the Wildwoods and Cape
May County. 609.523.0202 or www.wildwoodcrest.org. |
| 6/17/2006 | Drum
Corps at the Jersey Shore
The Wildwoods Convention Center. The
City of Wildwood and Hawthorne Cabelleros Alumni Drum & Bugle Corps present
a concert exhibition. 609.522.2444 ext. 246. |
| 6/17/2006 | Maui's
Dog House Salty Potato Balls Eating Contest
2nd Annual Salty Potato
Ball Eating Contest featuring professional “eaters” from IFOCE (International
Federation of Competitive Eating) and one local amateur. $5000 grand prize. 4
p.m. Location to be determined. 609.846.0444. |
| 6/17-18/2006 | Watersport
Productions 2006 Watercross Series
On the beach at Oak Avenue,
Wildwood. Watersport Productions presents rounds three and four of the 2006 Watercross
Series. 2 full days of closed course PWC Racing. Free to spectators. Sat: race
begins at 10 a.m., Sun: race begins at 9 a.m. 804.937.6207 or www.watersportproductions.com. |
| 6/17-18/2006 | Taste
of the Wildwoods
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Some of Wildwoods
restaurants provide samples of their dishes. Live entertainment. 1 p.m. –
4 p.m. 609.522.2444. |
| 6/19-22/2006 | 83rd
Annual National Marbles Tournament
Ringer Stadium, Wildwood Avenue
& the Beach, Wildwood. The official national competition in the sport of marbles
for boys and girls ages 8-14 that have qualified by winning local tournaments
throughout the U.S. 8 a.m. - Noon. Daily. Free to spectators. 304.337.2764 or
www.nationalmarblestournament.org. |
| 6/22-25/2006 | Polka
Spree by the Sea
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Top Polka bands
provide non-stop music. Thurs, Fri., Sat: 2 p.m. – Midnight, Sun: 11 a.m.
- 6 p.m. Polka Mass 10 a.m. Admission fee. 908.359.5520 or www.polkaspree.com. |
| 6/23-25/2006 | 12th
Annual North Wildwood Italian-American Festival
Annual celebration
of Italian-American heritage held in North Wildwood on Olde New Jersey Avenue.
Fri: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m., Sat: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m. –
3 p.m. 609.729.4533 or 609.729.2665. |
| 6/24/2006 | "Plunge
for Patients"
Registration at Cresse Avenue in Wildwood. Benefit
for cancer patients at Johns Hopkins Hospital. 5k beach run, 1-mile swim and novice
swims. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators. 410.502.5395 or www.plungeforpatients.org. |
| 6/24/2006 | ALS
Express Bike Ride
Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue &
the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Morey’s Piers hosts the 7th Annual ALS Express
Bike ride in support of ALS (Lou Gehrig's) Research. 609.729.3700 ext. 130 or
www.moreyspiers.com. |
| 6/24-25/2006 | Beach
Blast Soccer
Wildwoods Beach, between Cedar and Poplar Avenues.
Bring your barefooted soccer team down to enjoy a weekend. 5 VS. 5 with no shoes!
In the sand. Pre-registration required. Free to spectators. 8 a.m.- 6 p.m. www.CapeExpress.com. |
| 6/24-25/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
| 6/25-29/2006 | Fun
in the Son
The Wildwoods Convention Center. A youth ministry group
experience for senior high school students.
7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Daily. Pre-registration
required. 423.624.2495 or www.pfryouth.org. |
| 6/30-7/2/2006 | Sports
Card, Comic Book, Beanie & Toy Expo
The Wildwoods Convention
Center. Collectibles, memorabilia and guest star appearances. Fri: 3 p.m. - 9
p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 732.422.9365 or www.njsportspromotions.com. |
| 6/30-7/4/2006 | Sky
Diving Extravaganza
Free Fall Adventures and Splash Zone Waterparks
will present continuous skydiving and skydiving exhibitions hourly on the beach
in front of the Splash Zone Water Park, Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. Free. 9
a.m. – 8 p.m. 856.629.7553. |
7/1-4/2006 | Skydiving
Extravaganza
Free Fall Adventures and Splash Zone Waterparks will
present continuous skydiving and skydiving exhibitions hourly on the beach in
front of the Splash Zone Water Park, Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. Free. 9 a.m.
– 8 p.m. 856.629.7553. |
|
7/1-2/2006 | Sports
Card Comic Book and Toy Expo
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
Collectibles, memorabilia and guest star appearances. Fri: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sat:
10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 732.422.9365 or www.njsportspromotions.com. |
7/1-2/2006 | Gazebo
by the Sea Craft Show
Ocean Avenue & Rambler Road, Wildwood
Crest. Crafters of every kind. Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free admission.
Free parking. 609.522.1669. |
7/1-8/2006
| Delia’s
Warehouse Sale
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style
sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
7/4/2006 | Fourth
of July Fireworks Display
A wonderful Wildwoods' tradition! The
Wildwoods Boardwalk at Pine Avenue. Fireworks extravaganza at 10 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602 |
7/4/2006 | Independence
Day Parade
Parade proceeds North on Surf Avenue from 26th to 2nd
Avenues, North Wildwood. Bike decorating contest, prizes. Noon. Free. Call 609.522.2955
to register. |
7/7/2006 | Cape
May County Lifeguard Championship
Rambler Road and the Beach,
Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol Headquarters. 6 p.m. Ten Cape May County beach patrols
compete in 6 events involving rowing, running, swimming and surf dash. Free. 609.522.3852
or www.wcbp.org. |
| 7/8-9/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. Dozens
of specialty crafters. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602 |
| 7/9-13/2006 | Youth
for Christ Summer Splash
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Evangelistic
conference for pre-registered teens from the northeast region of the United States. |
| 7/10-15/2006 | Dance
Xplosion
The Wildwoods Convention Center. National dance competition
finals from studios all over the country competing for cash and prizes. 7 a.m.
– Midnight. Daily. Free admission. www.dancexplosion.org. |
| 7/12/2006 | Miss
North Wildwood Competition
Sunset Bay Restaurant, North Wildwood.
Teen competition and luncheon. Noon. Free. 609.522.7722. |
| 7/14/2006 | Beschen-Callahan
Memorial Lifeguard Races
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood.
6 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500 |
| 7/14-15/2006 | Duke
of Fluke Fishing Tournament
Sterling Harbor Marina, Rio Grande
Avenue, Shawcrest. South Jersey’s largest Fluke Tournament. 7:30 a.m. -
5 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. 609.729.1425 or www.sterlingharbor.com. |
7/14-16/2006 | New
Jersey State Barbeque Championship & Blues Festival
2nd &
Olde New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood. Mouth-watering barbeque, live blues music
and free family fun. Fri: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 11p.m., Sun: 10 a.m.
- 6 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators. 609.523.6565 or www.njbbq.com.
|
| 7/15-16/2006 |
Annual Greater Wildwood Yacht Club Regatta
Sunset Lake, New
Jersey Avenue, Wildwood Crest. Sat: International Optimist Dinghy and 420 fleets.
Sun: Laser and Sunfish fleets. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for participants.
Free to spectators. 609.522.0969 or www.gwyc.org. |
| TBA | 76ers
Summer Shore Tour
North Wildwood Recreation Center. Call ahead
to confirm date! Basketball demonstrations for boys and girls of all ages by Sixer’s
representatives. 609.522.2955 or www.northwildwood.com. |
| 7/15-16/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
| 7/15-16/2006 | Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood.
Over 50 juried crafters. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org. |
7/16-21/2006
| Sophisticated
Productions National Dance Competition
The Wildwoods Convention
Center. National Dance competition. Free admission to spectators. Dance competition
7 a.m. - 10:30 p.m. Daily www.sophisticatedproductions.com. |
| 7/20/2006
| Wildwoods
Baby Parade
A Wildwood tradition since 1909 held on the famous
Wildwood Boardwalk from Burk Avenue to Schellenger Avenues. Sign in will be held
in the Wildwoods Convention Center's lobby. For additional information or an application
please call 609.729.4000. |
7/20-22/2006
| Closer
Walk Christian Youth Event
Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue
& the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Youth groups and families are invited to join us
for a weekend of camping on the beach between Schellenger and Spencer Avenues.
Admission fee. 609.522.3900 or www.MoreysPiers.com. |
| 7/23/2005 | Boogie
Board Races
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. Children
ages 5 - 18 compete for prizes in categories including longest, most creative
and best overall ride. 10 a.m. Register day of event. 609.522.2955 |
| 7/22/2006 | Christmas
in July Boat Parade
On the back bays throughout the Wildwoods.
Boaters and homeowners decorate their boats, homes and docks in a Christmas theme.
Prizes awarded. Lineup at 8 p.m. Free. 609.729.5501. |
| 7/22/2006 | Christmas
in July with Santa Claus
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood.
Santa rides the beach tram. Candy canes and entertainment. 1 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500. |
| 7/22-23/2006 | Handcraft
Unlimited Craft Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Quality
crafters. Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission $2.50. Children
under 12 free. 717.656.4849 or www.handcraft-unlimited.com. |
| 7/22-23/2006 | Mid
Summer Craft Show
Ocean Avenue & Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest.
Crafters of every kind. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.522.1669 |
| TBA | Boogie
Board Races
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. Call
ahead to confirm exact date. Children ages 5-18 compete for prizes in categories
including longest, most creative and best overall ride. 10 a.m. Register day of
event. Free. 609.522.2955 or www.northwildwood.com. |
| 7/29/2006 | Annual
Sandblast Beach Run
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood.
Sat: 6:15 p.m. 2-miler. 7 p.m. 5-miler. Proceeds to benefit Wildwood Catholic
High School Cross Country and Track programs. Entrance fee for participants. Free
to spectators. 609.522.8581 or www.sandblastbeachrun.com. |
| 7/29-30/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
| 7/29-30/2006 | Annual
Co-Ed Beach Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
On the Beach between Oak
& Poplar Avenues, Wildwood. A 4-on-4 team competition for players of all levels.
18 & over. Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free to spectators.
Entrance fee for participants. 856.696.9705 or www.wildwoodultimate.com. |
7/31-8/10/2006
| Delias
Warehouse Sale
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style
sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
8/1-10/2006
| Delias
Warehouse Sale
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style
sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
| 8/5-6/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
|
8/5-6/2006 | Battle
at the Beach Grappling Tournament
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
Mixed martial arts fighting competition with contestants from the tri-state area.
Doors open at 8 a.m. Tickets available at the door day of event or by visiting
www.nagafighter.com |
8/6/2006
| Antique
and Modified Car Show
On the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 16th to
26th Avenues, North Wildwood. Sponsored by the SJ Studebaker Club. Entrance fee
$8 for participants. All make cars welcome. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 609.522.2201.
|
8/9-12/2006
| Ticket
to Broadway Dance Competition
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
National dance competition finals from studios all over the country competing
for cash and prizes. 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. Daily. Free. 908.730.0364 or www.tickettobroadway.com. |
8/12/2006 | Philadelphia
Soul Summer Slam
The Philadelphia Soul of the Arena Football League
will be coming to Wildwood’s beach at Schellenger Avenue for Soul Summer
Slam ’06 presented by Q107. This event will be fun for the whole family
and will include live music, a beer garden , performances by the Philadelphia
Soulmates, inflatable rides and a visit from SoulMan. Soul players will also be
in attendance. 609.729.9000. |
| 8/12/2006 | BoardWalk
for the Cure
Enjoy a relaxing stroll or ride the tramcar with
us at our 4th annual 4k walk on the world famous Wildwoods Boardwalk. Check-in
from 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center. Entrance fee
$20 for participants. 610-275-4820 or www.boardwalk4cure.com. |
8/12/2006 | SOCS
- Survivors of Cancer Fundraiser
Westy’s Tavern, Olde New
Jersey & Spruce Avenues, North Wildwood. Admission $20. 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
609.846.0372. |
| 8/12-13/2006 | Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood.
Over 50 juried crafters. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org. |
8/13/2006 | United
Way of Cape May County's Rubber Ducky Regatta
Raging Waters Water
Park, Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Come
see over 10,000 rubber ducks race toward the finish line in the endless river!
7:30 p.m. Free to spectators. 609.729.2002. |
8/18-20/2006 | Law
Enforcement Survivors Weekend
Honoring law enforcement officers
who gave their lives in the line of duty. Fri: 8 p.m. opening ceremonies. Event
includes a 5k run, parade and Mass. Free. 609.522.2411. |
| 8/19/2006 | Colgate
Country Showdown
Wildwoods Beach – exact location TBD. This
is the 25th edition of the Colgate Country Showdown which features new and aspiring
stars of country music competing for a chance of advancement to the state finals
in PA, $1,000 in prize money and possible advancement to one of six regional finals.
No admission fee. 800.992.9732 or www.catcountry1073.com. |
| 8/19/2006 |
Tri/Du the Wildwoods
15th Avenue & the Beach, North Wildwood.
Triathlon (swim, bike, run). Duathlon (run, bike, run) Portions of proceeds benefit
youth activities. 7:30 a.m. Entrance fee for participants. 609.374.6495 or www.delmosports.com. |
| 8/19/2006 | Tri/Du
the Wildwoods
15th & the Beach, North Wildwood. Triathlon
(swim, bike, run). Duathlon (run, bike, run) Portions of proceeds benefit youth
activities. 7:30 a.m. Entrance fee for participants. 609.374.6495 or www.delmosports.com
|
8/19-20/2006 | Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198. |
8/22/2006 | Around
the Island Row
On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 6:30
a.m. Free. 609.522.7500. |
8/25-27/2006
| Sports
Card Comic Book and Toy Expo
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
Featuring all sportscards, old and new, toys, comic books, figurines, Beanie Babies,
other memorabilia. Fri: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., Sun: 10
a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 732.422.9365 or www.njsportspromotions.com. |
8/26-27/2006
| Wildwoods
Classic Cup Hobie Cat Races
On the Beach at Primrose Road, Wildwood
Crest. Colorful hobie cats in an ocean sailing competition. Sat: 10 a.m. - 10
p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
856.914.1027 or http://mysite.verizon.net/townbank.cats. |
8/26-27/2006
| Boardwalk
Craft Show
The Wildwoods Boardwalk south of the Wildwoods Convention
Center, Wildwood. Craft show with all handmade products. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198 |
8/27/2006
| Wildwood
Block Party and Festival
Pacific Avenue from Burk to Rio Grande
Avenues, Wildwood. Family fun and entertainment featuring clowns, face painting,
kids karaoke, rides and appearances by major entertainers. 1 p.m. Free. 609.522.2444. |
9/2-3/2006
| Handcraft
Unlimited Craft Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Quality
crafters. Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission $2.50. Children
under 12 free. 717.656.3208 or www.handcraft-unlimited.com. |
9/2-3/2006
| Labor
Day Craft Show
Ocean Avenue & Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest.
Over 50 crafters of every kind. Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. - 5p.m. Free
admission and parking. 609.522.1669 |
9/4/2006
| Labor
Day Fireworks
Fireworks Extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue,
Wildwood. Free. 10:30 p.m. 609.523.1602. |
| 9/6-9/2006 | New
Jersey State Harley Owners Group Rally
The Wildwoods Convention
Center. All HOG members welcome. Limited public access to events. 609.672.6745
or www.njstatehogrally.com. |
| 9/7-10/2006 | Roar
to the Shore
Cape Classic Motorcycle Club Motorcycle rally. Oak
and Atlantic Avenues, Wildwood. 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. 609.889.9679 or http://www.roartotheshoreonline.com. |
| 9/8-10/2006 | 37th
Annual Surf Fishing Tournament
3rd Avenue toward the Inlet, North
Wildwood. Registration at the Gazebo, 3rd & JFK Avenues, North Wildwood. Adult
and youth divisions. Prizes. Fri: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sat: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun:
6 a.m. - Noon. $10 entrance fee for participants. 609.522.2955 or www.northwildwood.com. |
| 9/9-10/2006 | Mummers
String Band Weekend & Strutters Contest
Olde New Jersey Avenue
& length of the Boardwalk, North Wildwood. Sat: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Street festival
on Olde New Jersey Avenue. Sun: 3 p.m. String bands march on the Boardwalk - you
strut! Free. 609.522.7722 |
| 9/9/2006 | Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood.
Over 50 juried crafters. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org.
|
| 9/11/2006 | September
11 Commemoration
At the North Wildwood City Hall grounds. Commemoration
of 9/11 tragedies. 8:56 a.m. Free. 609.522.7722. |
| 9/15/2006 | Firemen's
Craft Show
Ocean Avenue & Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. Crafters
of every kind. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.522.1669. |
| 9/15-16/2006 | New
Jersey State Firemen's Convention
The Wildwoods Convention Center.
Annual Convention of Delegates and Life Members. Sat: 1 p.m. Parade on New Jersey
Avenue from Crocus Road, Wildwood Crest, north to 9th Avenue, North Wildwood.
Free. 800.852.0137 or www.njsfa.com. |
| 9/16/2006 | Anglesea
Surf Anglers Surf Fishing Tournament
The Wildwoods Beaches. Registration
6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. at the Elks Lodge, North Wildwood. Fishing 7:30 a.m. - 2:30
p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for participants. 609.522.1526. |
| 9/21-24/2006 | 13th
Annual Boardwalk Classic Car Show
On the Boardwalk & at the
Wildwoods Convention Center, Fri. & Sat: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cars displayed on
the Boardwalk Friday and Saturday. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.523.8051 or www.njhra.com. |
9/21-24/2006
| Irish
Fall Festival
Anglesea area of North Wildwood. Four-day event
celebrates Irish heritage with dancing, music, food, crafts. Sun: 1 p.m. Parade
on Surf Avenue from 26th to 1st Avenues, North Wildwood. 8 a.m. - 11 p.m. Daily.
Free. 800.IRISH 91 or 609.729.0075. |
| 9/23/2006 | Seafarers
Celebration
Sunset Lake. Live music, food, crafts, special events
and children’s entertainment. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Fireworks at 8 p.m.
(weather permitting) 609.522.1669. |
| 9/24/2006 | Triathlon
– Wildwood Crest Adventure Races – New!
Fun triathlon
for families and individuals. Kayak – run – bike along Wildwood Crest’s
Sunset Lake and beaches. 609.523.0202 or wwwlwildwoodcrest.org. |
| 9/24/2006 | Super
Sunday
Morey’s Piers, 25th Avenue & the Boardwalk, North
Wildwood and Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Annual celebration
- games, entertainment and fun activities for entire family. Noon - 5 p.m. 609.522.3900
or www.moreyspiers.com. |
9/29/2006
| Surf
& Turf Monster Mash
Scoop Taylor Park, Wildwood Crest. This fun-filled
family event kicks off the Thunder on the Beach Monster truck weekend. 6 p.m.
- 9:30 p.m. 609.523.8051. |
| 9/29-10/1/2006 | Thunder
on the Beach Monster Truck Race
On the Beach at Lincoln Avenue,
Wildwood. Seven monster trucks race for the “King of the Beach.” Title.
Quad wars, tough truck competition, stunts. Three jam-packed shows on the beach
rain or shine. Sat: Noon
and 7 p.m. Sun: Noon. Admission fee: Adults $18,
Children $14. 609.523.8051 or www.njhra.com. |
9/29-10/1/2006 | Order
Sons of Italy in America Italian-American Festival
Ocean Avenue
between Burk and Montgomery Avenues, Wildwood. Italian food, music, grape stomping
contest, crafts, raffles and more. Fri: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sat: 4 p.m. –
11 p.m., Sun: noon – 5 p.m. Free. 609.729.6223. |
| 9/29-10/1/2006 | PT
Owner's Club Wild Thang
On the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 8 a.m. - 4
p.m. Entrance fee for participants. 860-388-6441 or www.ptownersclub.com. |
9/30/2006 | Christopher
Columbus Treasure Hunt & Ice Cream Eating Contest
On the Beach
between 22nd and 23rd Avenues, North Wildwood. Treasure hunt for kids and ice
cream eating contest for kids. Noon - 3 p.m. Free. 609.729.3223. |
| 9/30-10/1/2006 | Sunset
Lake Hydrofest Power Boat Races
Sunset Lake at Rambler Road and
New Jersey Avenue, Wildwood Crest. Powerboat racing, food and merchandise vendors.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free to spectators. Pit passes are $10. 609.886.8156 or www.sunsetlake.us.
|
9/30-10/1/2006
| Beach
Jam
Morey’s Piers, Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk,
Wildwood. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts from around the country camp on the beach
between Schellenger Avenue & Spencer Avenues. Entrance fee for participants.
609.522.3900 or www.MoreysPiers.com. |
10/1/2006
| Halloween
House Decorating Contest
Month long Halloween house decorating
contest for the City of North Wildwood. Pick up a registration form from the North
Wildwood Recreation Center, 900 Central Avenue. Free prizes awarded at the Halloween
Masquerade and Skate Party on 10/28. 609.522.2955. |
|
10/6-8/2006 | Barbershop
Quartet Weekend
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Barbershoppers
Mid-Atlantic District Convention features old-fashioned barbershop quartet harmony
competition, quartet and chorus performances. Fri: 7 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Admission fee. 410.384.7655 or www.harmonize.com. |
| 10/7/2006 | Pennsauken
Surf Fishing Club Tournament
The Wildwoods Beaches .Teams and
individuals welcome. 7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Entrance fee for participants/teams. 856.786.0070
or www.asaconline.org. |
| 10/7-8/2006 | George
Pratt Memorial Soccer Tournament
County-wide youth soccer tournament.
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. www.capeexpress.com. |
10/13-15/2006
| Charismatic
Conference
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Camden Diocese Catholic
Charismatic Conference. All welcome. Fri: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat: 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.,
Sun: 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Donation requested. 609.522.6586. |
10/13-15/2006
| Fall
Thunder on the Sand Motocross Race
On the Beach at Lincoln Avenue,
Wildwood. AMA sanctioned races featuring beginners to pros. Races are Sat: Noon,
Sun: 10 a.m. Admission fee. 609.523.8051 or www.njhra.com. |
10/14-15/2006
| New
Jersey Lighthouse Challenge
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. 111 North
Central Avenue, North Wildwood. Activities each day including many guest Lighthouse
experts. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org. |
| 10/14-15/2006 | Great
Fall Classic Surf Fishing Tournament
14-15 Great Fall Classic
Surf Fishing Tournament
The Wildwoods Beaches. 5:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Entrance
fee for participants. 609.758.1213 or www.njbba.org. |
| 10/20-22/2006 | Wildwoods
Fabulous 50's Weekend 
An island-wide celebration of the Wildwoods' role in the birth of Rock 'n' Roll.
Events include a concert featuring Philly's own star of TV, film, and stage,
James Darren, Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge, The Platters,
Joey Dee and the Starlighters, and the Shangra-Las, a Friday night
record hop with "The Geator" Jerry Blavat, a 1950s memorabilia
show and sale, exhibits of '50s antiques and pop-culture, DooWop trolley tours,
classic car show and more. Accommodations packages available. For more information
call 1-888-729-0033 or visit www.fabfifties.com
|
| 10/22/2006 | Wildwoods
Music Award
Cool Scoops Ice Cream Parlor, 12th & New Jersey
Avenue, North Wildwood. Music award presented in conjunction with Fabulous 50's
Weekend. 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., 609.729.2665 or www.fabfifties.com
|
10/27/2006
| Halloween
Parade and Fun Fair
Registration 5 p.m. at Main Street, 3306 Pacific
Avenue, Wildwood. Judging 5:30 p.m. Parade 6:15 p.m. Fun Fair at the Wildwoods
Convention Center. 7 p.m. Free. 609.729.1934. |
| 10/28/2006 | Association
of Surf Angling Clubs Surf Fishing Tournament
The Wildwoods Beaches.
Registration 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. at the Elks Lodge, North Wildwood. Fishing 7:30
a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for participants. 609.522.1526. |
| 10/29/2006 | Halloween
Masquerade & Skating Party
Location TBD by North Wildwood Recreation.
7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Fun night of music, games and skating. Prizes awarded for best
costumes. All ages welcome. Free. 609.522.2955. |
10/31/2006 | Greater
Wildwood Halloween Party
Elks Lodge, 1st and New Jersey Avenue,
North Wildwood. Trick or treaters walk through a "haunted house" and
receive treats. Free. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. 609.729.2170. |
|
12/1/2006 | Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Hereford Inlet
Lighthouse Courtyard, 1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood. Christmas tree
lighting, Santa Clause and refreshments. 6 p.m. Free. 609.522.4520 or www.herefordlighthouse.org. |
| 12/2/2006 | Wildwood
Holiday Spectacular
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Holiday concert
and bazaar featuring family fun and entertainment, holiday gifts and special appearances.
Free admission to bazaar. 8 p.m. concert admission $25 adults, $12 children 12
and under. For tickets call 609.522.2444 ext. 2246 or 609.522.8300. |
12/7/2006 | Pearl
Harbor Remembrance Ceremony
St. Demetrios Church, 321 St. Demetrios
Avenue at Hereford Inlet Seawall, North Wildwood. Commemorative ceremony by North
Wildwood VFW Memorial Post 5941. Noon. Free. 609.522.7722. |
| 12/8/2006 | Greater
Wildwoods Jaycees Christmas Parade
Christmas parade through the
streets of Wildwood Crest, Wildwood and North Wildwood. Parade begins at 6:30
p.m. Rain date 12/10/06. Free. 609.729.5501. |
|
12/9/2006 | City
of North Wildwood Annual Christmas Party
Anglesea Firehouse, 2nd
& New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Free. 609.729.6223. |
| 12/9/2006 | Elks
Hoop Shoot
North Wildwood Recreation Center, 900 Central Avenue,
North Wildwood. Foul shooting contest for children 8-12 yrs. Registration at Noon.
Contest immediately following registration. Free. 609.522.2955. |
12/9-10/2006 | All-Star
Cheerleading Master National Championship
The Wildwoods Convention
Center. Coastal Alliance Corp. will be hosting the 2nd annual NJ Masters National
series, rewarding cheerleaders with more than just a trophy and empty cash, but
with school supplies, MP3 players and college scholarships! Call 1.866.946.2232
to register for early discounts for participants. Admission fee $15 for spectators. |
12/26-30/2006 | Boardwalk
Basketball Classic
The Wildwoods Convention Center. The largest
holiday basketball tournament in the state with teams from all over the country.
9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Daily. Admission fee. 609.884.4297 or www.bbclassic.net. |