The following is a listing of the Free or low cost family fun events happening in Cape May County from Sunday August 9th – Saturday August 15th
Sunday August 9th 2015
Cape May Self Guided Nature Center Family Fun Treasure Hunt
NJ Audubon’s Nature Center of Cape May
1600 Delaware Ave Cape May 08204 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
COST: FREE! (But donations are much appreciated.)
CALL: (609) 898-8848
WEBSITE
Want to try a challenge or two with every walk you take? Can you spy an aster or a milkweed bug? With every successful discovery, you will learn more about the fascinating plants and animals living here. We provide a variety of tools for you to enjoy this self-directed scavenger family fun activity in our gardens, on our trails and on our harbor. See how many treasures you can find!
West Cape May Beach Plum Farm Self-Guided Tours
Beach Plum Farm 140 Stevens St
West Cape May 08204
Weekly on Saturday , Sunday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
REGISTRATION: No
AGE RANGE: All
FREE WEBSITE
Experience our 62-acre farm on your own time! Grab a map from any of our properties’™ front desk and go explore! Located only about 1.5 miles from each property, it is just a short bike ride. Visit with our chickens, pigs, and sheep. FREE
Cape May Point Beginners Bird Walk
Cape May Point State Park
Lighthouse Ave Cape May Point 08212
Weekly on Sunday 9:00 am – 10:00 am
AGE RANGE: All FREE
CALL: 609 884 2159 WEBSITE
Meet at the Visitors Center for this FREE beginners bid walk!
Wildwood Fox Park Amphitheater Concert
Fox Park, Burk & Ocean Avenues in Wildwood. 7:30 p.m. FREE. Bring a blanket or a beach chair. Featured artist is the Mahoney Brothers (Jukebox Heroes or Beatles.) 609.522.2444 or http://www.wildwoodnj.org
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood. 7 p.m. nightly. Dancers ages 6 – 18 will perform. FREE. 413.454.4523
Wildwoods to Wildlife” Family Bike and Hike
Friends of Cape May Refuge
Two Mile Beach 12001 Pacific Ave Wildwood Crest. 08260
Weekly on Sunday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
FREE CALL: 609-513-9349 WEBSITE
Bike riding is one of the healthiest and most popular activities for families at the Shore in the summer! And taking a walk in a beautiful, quiet natural setting is also a favorite activity for many. Here’™s a chance to do both, and get a free gift as well! Every Sunday this August, from 9 am- 3 pm, Friends of Cape May National Wildlife Refuge, through a grant from the National Environmental Education Foundation, will sponsor an exciting, free family activity, the ‘œWildwoods to Wildlife’ Bike and Hike! The rules are simple: On any Sunday in August, you and your family are encouraged to ride your bikes on the newly-expanded Wildwoods Bike Path to the Two Mile Beach Unit of Cape May National Wildlife Refuge. Choose a path & complete & receive a free reflective backpack! (1 per family)
41st Annual North Wildwood Flea Market
North Wildwood Recreation and Tourism JFK Blvd. from 2nd ‘“ 13th Avenues
North Wildwood 08260
8:00 am – 4:00 pm CALL: 609-408-6819
WEBSITE
North Wildwood Outdoor Open Skate
North Wildwood Recreation and Tourism
North Wildwood Skate Park North Wildwood 08260
Weekly on Saturday , Sunday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
AGE RANGE: All FREE
CALL: (609) 522-2955 WEBSITE
*Weather Permitting! *New hours as of March 9th – GO TO northwildwood.com/webcalendar/ or North Wildwood Recreation Center Facebook page FOR DAILY UPDATES Our skateboard park will be open without supervision for skateboarders and in-line skates of all ages. NO BIKES OR SCOOTERS ALLOWED. Please note that although the skateboard park will not be supervised, ALL skateboard park users must still wear helmets, elbow pads and knee pads. The Recreation Department, along with the North Wildwood Police Department, will provide spot enforcement. Admission to the skateboard park is FREE
Stone Harbors Farmers Market
Waterworks 95 th Street Water Tower Plaza Stone Harbor 08247
6/14/2015 – 9/6/2015 Weekly on Sunday
8:00 am – 12:30 pm
Visit our award winning businesses at our annual market! Fresh fruits & vegetables, Fresh baked breads and cakes, fresh local seafood, cured meats, cheeses, homemade crepes, fresh baked pizza, fresh ground coffee, gourmet oil & vinegars, nuts, honey, flowers, nursery stock.
Ocean City 53rd Annual Boardwalk Art Show
Ocean City Boardwalk Ocean City 08226
10:00 am – 4:00 pm FREE
CALL: 609-399-6111 WEBSITE
Leading artists from throughout the East Coast exhibit and sell their work. Traditionally an ideal place to buy fine artwork at reasonable prices. Hours: Fri. & Sat. ‘“ 10am ‘“ 6pm, Sun. 10am ‘“ 4pm. For more information call 609-399-6111.
Character Night on the Boardwalk
Ocean City Boardwalk Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk
Ocean City 08226 Weekly on Sunday
6:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Join all of your favorite boardwalk mascots as they sign autographs and pose for pictures in front of the Music Pier. Come join the fun & meet all of the Ocean City mascots
Monday August 10th 2015
Cape May Self-Guided Nature Center Family Fun Treasure Hunt
NJ Audubon’s Nature Center of Cape May
1600 Delaware Ave Cape May 08204
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
COST: FREE! (But donations are much appreciated.)
CALL: (609) 898-8848 WEBSITE
Want to try a challenge or two with every walk you take? Can you spy an aster or a milkweed bug? With every successful discovery, you will learn more about the fascinating plants and animals living here. We provide a variety of tools for you to enjoy this self-directed scavenger family fun activity in our gardens, on our trails and on our harbor. See how many treasures you can find!
Wildwood 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
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series
Sunrise Park Gazebo, Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring pop/dance and oldie hits by Star Band. All ages show. Bring a blanket or beach chair. 609.523.0202 or http://www.VisitWildwoodCrest.com
Stone Harbor Family Nights
August 10 @ 7:00 pm Stone Harbor Firehouse
96th St. & Second Ave Stone Harbor, NJ 08247 United States
Every Monday through August 31st.
Magic shows, puppet theater, story telling, animal adventures, and more!
The event is open to the public and free for all.
Monday Kids Avalon Beach Days – Avalon Lifeguards
Avalon Recreation Dept. 30th Street Beach Avalon 08202
10:00 am – 11:00 am FREE CALL: (609) 967-3066
WEBSITE
Join us on Monday’s this summer for free kids programs on the beach! Avalon Lifeguards & activities are featured today. 10am-11am at 30th street Beach (in case of inclement weather event will be located inside Avalon Community Hall).
Cape May County Zoo World Lion Day
Cape May County Park & Zoo
707 Rt 9 North Cape May Court House 08210
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
FREE CALL: (609) 465-5271 WEBSITE
It’s all about the Lions at the Cape May County Zoo on August 10th! Lex & Bella will be the stars of the show with special Lion related programs, activities and Zookeeper talks planned throughout the day.The keepers usually have special treats for the lions and up to the minute info will be posted on a white board at the Zoo entrance upon arrival.
Clermont Woodland Village Story Hour
Woodland Village 1943 Route 9 North Clermont 08210
7/6/2015 – 8/31/2015 Weekly on Monday
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
FREE CALL: (609) 624-1350 WEBSITE
Join Us For A Snack, Craft and Reading!
Sea Isle City Family Dance Party
http://www.visitsicnj.com
Phone: 609-263-8687
Address: Excursion Park JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Weird Week Activities
Ocean City Boardwalk Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk In front of the Music Pier
Ocean City 08226 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
FREE CALL: 609-399-6111 WEBSITE
Wacky But Not Tacky these events are fun for the entire family. 11am each day at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. For more information call 609-399-6111. FREE
Tuesday August 11th 2015
Cape May Magic Show
Cape May Convention Hall 714 Beach Ave Cape May 08204
6/23/2015 – 8/25/2015 Weekly on Tuesday
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm REGISTRATION: No
AGE RANGE: All FREE CALL: (609) 884-9565
WEBSITE Join us every Tuesday from June 235rd to August 25th at 7pm for a fun magic show!
Wildwood Boardwalk Parades
Entertainment varies between Main Stage Harmony or Drum and Bugle performers on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. FREE. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com
Downtown Wildwood FREE Movie Night
FREE family movies will be shown every Tuesday night at dusk at the Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Lot, 3501 Pacific Avenue (on the corner of Schellenger and Pacific Avenues.) Bring a blanket or beach chair. FREE parking is available behind the movie lot – enter on Schellenger or Oak Avenue. Come visit early and have dinner in one of our many downtown restaurants before the show! This week’s movie is the Lego Movie. Rain date is Wednesday.
Toddler Play Group in Rio Grande
Family Success Center of Cape May County 1046 Route 47 S # B
Rio Grande 08242
1/6/2015 – 8/25/2015 Weekly on Tuesday 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
AGE RANGE: Babies, Preschoolers FREE
CALL: (609) 778-6226 WEBSITE
Tuesdays at the Tower: Stone Harbor Concert Series
August 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Water Tower
95th Street Stone Harbor, NJ 08247 United States
Bring your own beach chairs and be entertained by a different performance each week. Beer and wine garden. This event is open to the public and free for all.
Avalon Big Beach Movie
Featuring “Cinderella.” Held on 30th St. Beach.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015 – 8:45pm
Ocean City Pamper Scamper
Annual baby crawling race 9am registration, 9:30am start at the 6th St. Beach. For babies up to 15 months. For more information call 609-399-6111.
Ocean City Funtastic Tuesdays
10am – 1pm on Asbury Ave. Entertainment, Face Painters, Balloon sculptors.
Ocean City Mummers Night
Strutting 7pm – 9pm on the boardwalk, 6th– 14th Sts. Sponsored by: Henry’s, Prep’s Pizzaria, Ocean Paradise & Shrivers
Ocean City Beach Walks
South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park) Tuesdays-9am, Wednesdays- 6:30pm. North End Location: OC/Longport Bridge Parking Lot (Gardens Parkway) Tuesdays-6:30pm, Wednesdays-9am.
Tickets may be purchased on-site.
Adults $1.00 Children $.50
Sea Isle City Farmers Market
http://www.seaislechamber.com
Phone: 609-263-9090
Address: Excursion Park JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Sea Isle City MOVIE NIGHT – “MALEFICENT”
Movie starts at Dusk…
Don’t forget to bring your beach chairs and blankets.
Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 – 8:15pm
URL: http://www.visitsicnj.com
Phone: 609-263-8687
Address: Excursion Park
JFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Wednesday August 12th 2015
Square Dance Night at Congress Hall in Cape May
Congress Hall, Cape May 200 Congress Pl
The Grand Lawn Cape May 08204
7/15/2015 – 8/19/2015 Weekly on Wednesday
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm For All Ages
FREE CALL: (609) 884-8421 WEBSITE
Join us for our second series of Square Dance Nights on the Grand Lawn this summer! Beginners and pros will learn a variety of moves from our square dance experts. Each night will feature a different local brewery for you to enjoy.Sip on your favorite craft beer and grab a snack while you learn to Do-Si-Do with family and friends! Wednesdays this summer! July 15th, July 22nd, July 29th, and August 5th, August 12th, and August 19th 7:00 – 9:00pm on the Grand Lawn
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series
Sunrise Park Gazebo, Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring pop/dance and oldie hits by Star Band. All ages show. Bring a blanket or beach chair. 609.523.0202 or http://www.VisitWildwoodCrest.com
Wildwood Duffy String Band Performance
Duffy String Band performs on the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 16th Avenue to the Wildwoods Convention Center. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com
North Wildwood String Band Performances
String bands perform from 16th Street in North Wildwood to the Wildwoods Convention Center on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com
Stone Harbor Movie Nights
August 12 @ 8:00 pm Stone Harbor Elementary School
275 93rd Street Stone Harbor, NJ 08247 United States
Every Wednesday through September 2nd. Movies will be shown on a large outdoor screen around dusk.
Cape May County Zoo World Elephant Day
Cape May County Park & Zoo
707 Rt 9 North Cape May Court House 08210
8/12/2015 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
FREE CALL: (609) 465-5271 WEBSITE
Go Gray’ for elephants by wearing gray clothing. Join us for special Elephant related activities and learn more about their conservation.
Ocean City Beach Walks
South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park) Tuesdays-9am, Wednesdays- 6:30pm. North End Location: OC/Longport Bridge Parking Lot (Gardens Parkway) Tuesdays-6:30pm, Wednesdays-9am.
Tickets may be purchased on-site.
Adults $1.00 Children $.50
Ocean City Farmers Market
Tabernacle Grounds every Wednesday also crafters on 6th St. 8am – 1pm
Thursday August 13th 2015
Cape May Movies on the Beach: Space Balls
Cape May Convention Hall
714 Beach Ave Cape May 08204
8/13/2015 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
FREE CALL: (609) 884-9565 WEBSITE
Bring a beach chair and a blanket, and enjoy FREE movies on the beach this summer in Cape May. No beach tags are required since this is a nighttime event.
Cape May Children’s Games & Dancing
Cape May Convention Hall
714 Beach Ave Stockton Beach (next to Convention Hall)
Cape May 08204 7/9/2015 – 8/27/2015 Weekly on Thursday
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm FREE CALL: (609) 884-9565 WEBSITE
Every Thursday from July 9th-August 27th, join us on Stockton Beach next to the Cape May Convention Hall for free children’s games & dancing. Featured movie will start at 8:30.
Stone Harbor Thursday Concerts on the Lawn
August 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm St. Mary’s Church
95th & Third Ave. Stone Harbor, 08247 United States
Every Thursday through August 13th Phone: 609.368.5922
Ocean City 106th Annual Baby Parade
One of the oldest baby parades in the country. On the Boardwalk, 6th – 12th Sts. at 5:30pm. For more information call 609-399-6111.
Ocean City Market Days
10am – 1pm – Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, Face Painters,Balloon sculptors.
Ocean City Family Nights
Entertainment on the boardwalk 7:30pm to 9:30pm between 6th – 14th Sts. Sponsored by:
OC Waterpark, Henry’s, Johnson’s Popcorn & Playland’s Castaway Cove.
Sea Isle City GUIDED BEACHCOMBING
Registration – T.I. Waterfront Park Pavilion
Weather Permitting, $1
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2015 – 10:00am to 11:00am
Phone: 609-263-9643
Address: 94th St. Beach
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Sea Isle City FAMILY DANCE PARTY
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2015 – 7:30pm to 9:00pm
URL: http://www.visitsicnj.com
Phone: 609-263-8687
Address: Excursion ParkJFK Blvd. & Pleasure Ave.
Sea Isle City, NJ 08243
Friday August 14th 2015
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood. 7 p.m. nightly. Dancers ages 6 – 18 will perform. FREE. 413.454.4523
Wildwood 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. Rain date is Sunday night at 10 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com
Preschool Playgroup Family Success Center of Cape May County
1046 Route 47 S # B Rio Grande 08242
7/10/2015 – 8/14/2015 Weekly on Friday
10:30 am – 12:00 pm AGE RANGE: Preschoolers
FREE CALL: (609) 778-6226
Free Children’s Art Family Success Center of Cape May County
1046 Route 47 S # B Rio Grande 08242
8/7/2015 – 8/14/2015 Weekly on Friday
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm REGISTRATION: Yes
AGE RANGE: Elementary, Tweens
FREE CALL: (609) 778-6226
Upper Township Farmers Market
Upper Township Farmers Market
Route 9 Ulmers Field Seaville
6/26/2015 – 8/21/2015 Weekly on Friday
8:00 am – 12:00 pm FREE CALL: WEBSITE
It’s the 1st season of this new local Farmers Market! Happening June 26th – August 21st 8am-12pm on Route 9 at Ulmers Farm
Saturday August 15th 2015
Cape May Point Kids & Critters Live Animal Show
Cape May Point State Park
Lighthouse Ave Museum Classroom Cape May Point 08212
5/2/2015 – 8/29/2015 Weekly on Saturday
11:00 am – 12:00 pm REGISTRATION: No
AGE RANGE: All COST: $1.00/PERSON. 3+UNDER FREE
CALL: 609 884 2159 WEBSITE
Meet in the museum classroom for a fun interactive time with a live animal show! Kids will love getting up close and personal to meet live snakes, turtles, frogs, lizards and bugs. This is a hands-on program so please no bug spray or sunscreen on your hands.
West Cape May Beach Plum Farm Self-Guided Tours
Beach Plum Farm 140 Stevens St
West Cape May 08204
Weekly on Saturday , Sunday
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
REGISTRATION: No
AGE RANGE: All
FREE WEBSITE
Experience our 62-acre farm on your own time! Grab a map from any of our properties’™ front desk and go explore! Located only about 1.5 miles from each property, it is just a short bike ride. Visit with our chickens, pigs, and sheep. FREE
Wildwood Talent Showcase
Schellenger Beach Stage at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood. 7 p.m. nightly. Dancers ages 6 – 18 will perform. FREE. 413.454.4523
Wildwood Boardwalk Craft Show
The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, rain or shine. All handmade products. Sat: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m – 4 p.m. Free. 609.522.0378, 609.522.0198 or http://www.BoardwalkCrafts.com
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market
The Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market will take place every Saturday from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., during the summer months, rain or shine. The market is located at 3501 Pacific Avenue (on the corner of Schellenger & Pacific Avenues) featuring fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, plants, local honey, nuts, tea products, meats, cheeses, gourmet herb mixes, handmade soaps, fresh made salads, local wine, craft beer, and much more! There will be live music, family entertainment and a live broadcast from 98.7 The Coast every week. FREE parking is available behind the market – enter on Schellenger or Oak Avenue. For more information, call 609.523.1602 or visit http://www.DoWildwood.com.
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series
Sunrise Park Gazebo, Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring pop/dance and oldie hits by Star Band. All ages show. Bring a blanket or beach chair. 609.523.0202 or http://www.VisitWildwoodCrest.com
Wildwood Crest Free Family-Friendly Nature Walks
Friends of Cape May Refuge
Two Mile Beach Wildwood Crest. 08260
5/2/2015 – 10/31/2015 Weekly on Saturday
9:00 am – 10:30 am FREE CALL: 609-513-9349 WEBSITE
The Friends of Cape May National Wildlife Refuge will once again be offering free, family-friendly bird and nature walks every Saturday morning starting at 9 am, beginning May 2nd. The public is invited to join us and learn about this amazing natural area, consisting of a rare maritime dune forest nestled between the untouched beach dunes and the salt marsh. Migrant and nesting song and shore birds, as well as butterflies and dragonflies, are plentiful year round. Native plants and trees that once covered the New Jersey barrier islands can also be found here. Free loaner binoculars and field guides will be provided. Fun nature activities, kid-sized binoculars, coloring sheand a scavenger hunt are also available free of charge for the kids! Appx. 1 Mile and 1.5 hours.
North Wildwood Concerts under the Stars Series
FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood featuring The Passions (Gloria) at 8 p.m. Rain or shine. 609.522.7722, 800.882.7787or visit http://www.NorthWildwood.com
North Wildwood Outdoor Open Skate
North Wildwood Recreation and Tourism
North Wildwood Skate Park North Wildwood 08260
Weekly on Saturday , Sunday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
AGE RANGE: All FREE
CALL: (609) 522-2955 WEBSITE
*Weather Permitting! *New hours as of March 9th – GO TO northwildwood.com/webcalendar/ or North Wildwood Recreation Center Facebook page FOR DAILY UPDATES Our skateboard park will be open without supervision for skateboarders and in-line skates of all ages. NO BIKES OR SCOOTERS ALLOWED. Please note that although the skateboard park will not be supervised, ALL skateboard park users must still wear helmets, elbow pads and knee pads. The Recreation Department, along with the North Wildwood Police Department, will provide spot enforcement. Admission to the skateboard park is FREE.
Free Concerts Under the Stars: Alan Jackson & Garth Brooks Tribute
Excursion Park JFK Boulevard & Pleasure Avenue
Sea Isle City 08243 8/15/2015
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm FREE CALL: (609) 263-8687
Bring your beach chairs or blankets and enjoy a free concert under the stars in Sea Isle! Concerts happen every Saturday night at Excursion Park from June 20-September 5.
