2005 Calendar of Events
JANUARY
29 Snowflakes
on the Beach Winter Gala
The Wildwoods Convention Center. 7 p.m. Second annual
winter gala. Music by the David Christopher Orchestra. Tickets $80 pp.
available through the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce 609.465.7181
www.capemaycountychamber.com or
the United Way of Cape May County 609.729.2002
29-30 Special
Olympics of New Jersey Winter Games
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Floor hockey finals.
Sat: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free admission. 609.896.8000
or
www.sonj.org
FEBRUARY
5 Moscow State Circus
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Stars of the
world- famous Moscow State Circus return to the Wildwoods for three shows.
Show times are 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Admission $20 for adults,
children free with coupon.
www.moscowcircusstars.com
18-20 USAW Middle School National Wrestling Duals
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Middle school wrestling tournament
grades 5 - 8. Fri: 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m., Sat: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sun: 8 a.m. –
6 p.m. 856.642.7592 or
www.sjwrestling.com
MARCH
5-6 National
Cheerleading Championship
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Cheer Tech’s 2005 National Cheerleading
Championship. All squads are invited to join Cheer Tech’s championship to
compete for the right to call themselves National Champions. 9 a.m. - 6
p.m. Daily. Admission fee. 866.52.CHEER or
www.cheertech.net
12 St.
Patrick’s Day Celebration & Parade
Parade on
Atlantic Avenue from 9th to 2nd Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon. Free.
609.729.0075
19 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
20 7th
Annual Ocean Drive Marathon & 10 Miler
On Ocean
Drive from Cape May to Sea Isle City using the length of the Wildwoods’
Boardwalk. 9 a.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.523.0880 or
www.odmarathon.org
20-22 Wildwood
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 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free. 800.525.1129 or
www.souvenirsetc.com/index.asp
25-26 War at the
Jersey Shore Wrestling Championships
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. SJWA presents the second annual "War at the
South Jersey Shore" youth wrestling championships. Pre-registration
required. Weigh ins Fri: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Competition Fri: 6 p.m. - 10
p.m., Sat: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tickets $10 Adults, $5 children 6 and up.
856.642.7592 or
www.sjwrestling.com
26 Greater
Wildwoods Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
On the Beach
at Lincoln Avenue, Wildwood. For kids 12 and under. Noon. Raindate is
3/27/05. Free. 609.729.5501
26 Annual
Easter Egg Hunt
On the Beach
at 17th Avenue, North Wildwood. BPO Elks Easter Egg Hunt. Noon. Free.
609.729.2170
APRIL
1-3 Wildwood
Boat Show & Fishing Expo
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. A showcase of major boat manufacturers,
accessories and services. Also an outdoor used boat marketplace. Fri: 1
p.m. - 8 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance fee
for participants. Admission fee $6 for adults, $4 for children, under age
12 free. 609.729.4000 or
www.wildwoodsboatshow.com/
7 Special
Olympics of New Jersey
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Motor activities program. Volunteers
welcome. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free. 609.896.8000 or
www.sonj.org
9-10
All American
Sports & Recreations Show –
New!
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Start your summer off
right with the #1 sports show in New Jersey. All the best brands at the
lowest prices around. 866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com
10
Resurrection “Son” Rise Service
Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Gazebo, 1st & Central Avenues, North Wildwood.
6:15 a.m. Free. 609.522.2951
13 Business
to Business 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
16-17 Greater
Wildwoods Jaycees Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Trade
Show
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Sat: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun: 11a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission fee. 609.729.5501
22-24 Annual Pony
Express Mustang Show
The
Wildwoods Boardwalk. Ford Mustang show. Sat: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. -
1 p.m. Cars displayed on the Boardwalk. Sat: 7 p.m. Parade on Atlantic
Avenue, Wildwood. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.377.1902
22-24 Spring Roar
to the Shore – New!
Cape
Classic Motorcycle Club Rally Oak and Atlantic Avenues, Wildwood. 6 a.m. –
midnight. 609.889.9679
23-24 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
4/28 – 5/1
Tournament of Bands Indoor Championships
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Music competition for high school color
guards and bands. Thurs: 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m., Fri: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sat:
9 a.m. - Midnight., Sun: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission fee. 856.935.4940 or
www.tob.org
4/29-5/1 4th Annual
Corvette Show
The
Wildwoods Boardwalk. Corvette show for years 1953 - 2004. Sat: 8 a.m. - 5
p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cars displayed on the Boardwalk. Sat: 7 p.m.
Parade on Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood. Entrance fee for participants. Free
to spectators. 609.377.1902
MAY
2 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
5-8 13th
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. Evening cruise, muffler rappin’, flame throwin’,
burn-out competitions. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.523.8051 or
www.njhra.com
7-8
All American
Antique & Retro Collectibles Show –
New!
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Fine rarities, collectibles and one-of-a-kind
items. 866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com.
7-8 Home,
Garden & RV Show
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. The Greater Wildwoods Hotel & Motel Association is
hosting this event with an addition of RV's this year. Meet contractors,
decorators, landscapers and more! Hundreds of products, services and
ideas. Home Improvement and new home building experts. Sat. & Sun. 10
a.m.- 4 p.m. 609.522.4546 or
www.wildwoods.org
13-14 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.
14-15 Pirates
Weekend with Captain Kidd
On the Beach at 16th
Avenue, North Wildwood. Sat: Treasure hunt with prizes. Sun: 11 a.m.
Parade on the Boardwalk from 26th to 16th Avenues, North Wildwood.
Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators. 609.522.2955 or
www.northwildwoodrec.com
20-22 Beach
Jam
Morey’s Piers,
Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
from around the country camp on the Beach. Admission fee. 609.729.3700
ext. 130
28-31
Wildwoods International Kite Festival & East Coast Stunt
Kite
Championships
On the Beach from
Cresse to Burk Avenues, Wildwood. America’s largest kite festival,
featuring world-renowned kite builders and competitors, kite making
workshops and exhibits, indoor 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
28-29
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602
28-29 USO/United
Way Weekend
Olde New Jersey
Avenue, North Wildwood. A re-creation of the USO atmosphere during our war
years. Big bands, Andrew Sisters sound-alikes, etc. Sat: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.,
Sun: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 609.729.4533
30
Wildwoods World Indoor Kite Competition
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. The best indoor kite fliers in the world flying sport
kites. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
215.736.1850
30
Memorial Day Ceremony
Ceremony at
Veterans Monument, Spruce Avenue & North Wildwood Boulevard, North
Wildwood. 10 a.m. Free. 609.522.7722
JUNE
1
Wildwoods Restaurant Showcase
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. Call for
location. 609.729.4000 or
www.gwcoc.com
2-3
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. 609.729.3700 ext. 139 or
www.moreyspiers.com
2-4 New
Jersey State Elks Convention
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Sat: Noon. Parade on Atlantic Avenue from 25th Avenue,
North Wildwood, to Aster Road, Wildwood Crest. Free. 732.229.2978 or
www.njelks.org
3-5 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. Sun: 11 a.m. Admission fee. 609.523.8051 or
www.njhra.com
4
Maui’s Dog House Salty Balls
Eating Contest –
New!
Maui’s Dog House, 21st and Boardwalk, North
Wildwood. Amateur level food eating contest. Winner moves on to compete
in championships with IFOCE (International Federation of Competitive
Eating) competitors on June 11.Noon. 609.846.0333
6-9 Writers’
Conference on the Beach
Montego Bay, 1800
Boardwalk, North Wildwood. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free. 609.889.2241
8-11
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.nj.legion.org
10-12 DeMolay International/DeMolay
Leaders of New Jersey
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Masonic Lodge Youth Group convention banquet and
installation for members. 1.800.DEMOLAY
www.demolay.org
11 Maui’s Dog
House Salty Balls Eating Contest Finals –
New!
Maui’s
Dog House, 21st and Boardwalk, Wildwood. Salty Balls eating
contest featuring professional “eaters” from IFOCE (International
Federation of Competitive Eating) and one local amateur. $5000 grand
prize. Noon. 609.846.0333
11-12 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
TBA 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
11
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
13-18 Veterans
of Foreign Wars Convention
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Sat: 1:30 p.m. Parade on Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood.
Free. 609.393.1929 or
www.vfwnj.com
14
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
18
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
19
Mid Atlantic Watercross Tour
On the beach at Oak
Avenue. World finals qualifiers for IJSBA Jet Ski tour. Entrance fee for
participants. Free to spectators. Participants sign up at 7 a.m., race
begins at 10 a.m.
www.watersportproductions.com
19 Taste of
the Wildwoods Celebration
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Dozens of Wildwoods best restaurants provided samples
of their most popular dishes. Live entertainment. Free. Donations will
be accepted to benefit the Wildwood Business Improvement District.
609.523.1602
20-23 82nd
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
23-26 29th
Annual Polka Spree by the Sea
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. 13 of the nation’s top Polka bands provide non-stop
music. Thurs, Fri., Sat: 2 p.m. – midnight, Sun: noon - 6 p.m. Polka Mass
10:00 a.m. Admission fee. 908.359.5520 or
www.polkaspree.com
24-26 Italian
American Festival
Olde New Jersey
Avenue, North Wildwood. Vendors, Italian music and food. 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Daily. Free. 609.729.6223 or
www.nwiaf.com
25 ALS
Express Bike Ride
Morey’s Piers,
Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Morey’s Piers hosts the 6th
Annual ALS Express Bike ride in support of ALS (Lou Gehrig's) Research.
609.729.3700 ext. 130 or
www.moreyspiers.com
25-26
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood.. Dozens of specialty crafters.
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602
25-26 Beach
Blast Soccer
Wildwoods Beach,
Schellenger Avenue & the Beach, Wildwood. Bring your soccer team down to
enjoy a weekend in the sand. Pre-registration required. Free to
spectators. 609.729.3700 ext 505
www.capeexpress.com
25-26 Plunge
for Patients One- & Three-Mile Ocean Swim and 5k &
10k
Morey’s Piers,
Schellenger Avenue & the Beach, Wildwood. Benefit for cancer patients at
Johns Hopkins Hospital. Sat: 5k & 10k beach runs. Sun: 1- & 3-mile swim
and novice swims. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
410.502.5395
26-30 Fun in
the Son
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. A youth ministry group experience for senior high
school students. 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Daily. Pre-registration required. 423.624.2495 or
www.pfryouth.org
JULY
1-3 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: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
732.422.9365 or
www.njsportspromotions.com
1-4
Sky Diving Extravaganza
Free Fall Adventures
and Spash Zone Waterpark 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
2-3 Gazebo-by-the-Sea Craft Show
Ocean Avenue &
Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. Over 50 crafters of every kind. Sat. & Sun.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free admission. Free parking. 609.522.1669
4
Independence Day Parade
Parade proceeds
North on Surf Avenue from 26th to 2nd Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon. Free.
609.522.2955
4 Fourth of July Fireworks Display
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. Fireworks extravaganza. 10 p.m. Free.
609.523.1602
7-8 New Jersey State
Renaissance Fair –
New!
Wildwood Beach, alongside the Wildwoods Convention Center. Join us on the
beach for medieval jousting, crafts and shops from centuries past.
866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com
8-10 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
9 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
9-10 68th
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/
9-10
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
10 S.J
Studebaker Club Boardwalk Show -
New!
On the Wildwood’s
Boardwalk from 26th to 16th Avenues, North Wildwood.
Entrance fee for participants. Trophies awarded. All make cars welcome.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Rain date July 17th. 609.522.2201 or
www.northwildwood.com
10-14 Youth for
Christ Summer Splash
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Evangelistic conference for pre-registered teens from
the northeast region of the United States.
12-16 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
13 Miss
North Wildwood Competition
Sunset Bay
Restaurant, North Wildwood. Teen competition and luncheon. Noon. Free.
609.522.7722
15 Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races
On the Beach at 15th
Avenue, North Wildwood. 6 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500
16-17 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
16-17 Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
17 WWE
Wrestling
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. 8 p.m. Admission fee.
www.wwe.com
21 Wildwoods Baby Parade
A Wildwood tradition
since 1909. Held on the famous Wildwood Boardwalk from Burk Avenue to
Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. 6 p.m. Free. 609.729.4000
21-23 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, live
Christian music and worship services designed to help you take “a closer
walk with Christ.” Admission fee. 609.729.3700 ext. 139 or
www.moreyspiers.com
23 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. Free. 609.522.2955
23
Christmas in July Boat Parade & Home Decorating Contest
On the back bays
throughout the Wildwoods. Boaters and homeowners decorate their boats,
homes and docks in a Christmas theme. 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Free. 609.729.5501
23 10th
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
23
Christmas in July with Santa Clause
On the Beach at 15th
Avenue North Wildwood. Santa rides the beach tram! Candy canes and
entertainment. 1 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500
23-24
Handcraft Unlimited Summer Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Over 100 quality crafters. Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun:
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Admission $2. Children under 12 free. 717.656.3208 or
www.handcraft-unlimited.com
23-24
Mid-Summer Craft Show
Ocean Avenue &
Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. 50 crafters of every kind. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Daily. Free. 609.522.1669
24-29
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/
30 North
Wildwood Biathlon
15th
Avenue and the Beach, North Wildwood. 6:30 p.m. Half-mile swim, 3.1 mile
run. Proceeds benefit NWBP. Free to spectators. 609.374.6495 or
www.delmosports.com
30-31
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
30-31 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: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free
to spectators. Entrance fee for participants. 856.696.9705 or
www.wildwoodultimate.com
AUGUST
5-7 Keystone
Music Exchange Music Expo
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Wildwood’s Summer Music Expo Sale. CD's, DVD's, LP's
and more to buy, sell and trade. Fri: 4 p.m. - 10 p.m., Sat: Noon- 10
p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 717-274-7572
6 Ladies Auxiliary Craft Show
North Wildwood
Firehouse, 15th & Central Avenues, North Wildwood. Handcrafted items and
refreshments. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.729.0892
6 Canal
Festival
Delaware Avenue
between 18th & 20th Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon. Boat parade from 5th to
20th Avenues, North Wildwood. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Free. 609.729.9178
6-7 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
6-7 Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m.-6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
10-13
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
13 SOCS
– Survivors of Cancer Organization
Westy’s Café, Olde
New Jersey & Spruce Avenues, North Wildwood. 609.846.0372
13-14 Hereford
Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central
Avenues, North Wildwood. Over 50 juried crafters. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Daily.
Free. 609.522.4520
14 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
18 Around the Island Row
On the Beach at 15th
Avenue, North Wildwood. 7 a.m. Free. 609.522.7500
19-21 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. For
additional information call 609.522.2411
20-21
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
26-28 Sports
Card, Comic Book, Beanie 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: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
732.422.9365 or
www.njsportspromotions.com
27 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
27-28
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
27-28
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10 a.m. -
6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
29
29
Wildwood Street Corner Music
Festival - New!
Pacific Avenue,
Wildwood. A variety of 50’s, 60’s and 70’s performers. Local restaurants
and food vendors will be on hand as well as crafters. 609.523.1602
SEPTEMBER
2 Surf
& Turf Monster Mash
New location this
year! Lincoln Avenue and the
Beach, Wildwood. This fun-filled family event kicks off the Monster truck
races. See and ride the monster trucks at half price. 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
609.523.8051 or
www.njhra.com
2-4 Thunder on the Beach Monster Truck Race
On the Beach,
Schellenger to Youngs Avenues, Wildwood. Monster truck race for “King of
the Beach.” Fri: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sat: Noon and 7 p.m. Sun: Noon. Monster
truck rides, exhibits, autographs, food and crafts. Admission fee.
609.523.8051 or
www.njhra.com
3-4 Handcraft Unlimited Labor Day Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Over 100 quality crafters. Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun:
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admission $2. Children under 12 free. 717.656.3208 or
www.handcraft-unlimited.com
3-4 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. - 5 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to
spectators. 609.522.1669
8-10 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
9-11 Thunder
on the Sand Motocross Race
On the Beach between
Schellenger & Spencer Avenues, 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
9-10 Roar to
the Shore
Cape Classic
Motorcycle Club Motorcycle rally. Oak and Atlantic Avenues, Wildwood. 6
a.m. – midnight. 609.889.9679
9-11 36th
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. Entrance fee for participants.
609.522.2955
9-11 Hearts
of Fire Christ Fest 2005
Seaport Village,
22nd Avenue & the Boardwalk, North Wildwood. National Christian family fun
fest. Workshops, games and music. Fri: 6 p.m. – 10:30 p.m., Sat: Noon. –
10:30 p.m., Sun: 6:30 a.m. - Noon. Free. 404.434.0660
9-11 Anglesea Surf Anglers Surf Fishing Tournament
The Wildwoods
Beaches, 5th to Cresse Avenues. Registration 6 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Fishing
7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for participants. 609.522.1526
10-11 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
11 September 11 Commemoration
At the North
Wildwood City Hall grounds. Commemoration of 9/11 tragedies. 8:56 a.m.
Free. 609.522.7722
16-17
Boardwalk Craft Show
The Wildwoods
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. Dozens of specialty crafters. 10
a.m. - 6 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.523.1602
16-17 Firemen’s Day and A Half Craft Show
Ocean Avenue &
Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. Over 50 crafters of every kind. Fri: 9 a.m.
- 5 p.m., Sat: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. Free to
spectators. 609.522.1669
16-17 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
17
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Craft Show
1st & Central
Avenues, North Wildwood. Over 50 juried crafters. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free.
609.522.4520
22-25 12th
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. Evening cruise, muffler rappin’, flame throwin’,
burn-out competitions. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators.
609.523.8051 or www.njhra.com
22-25 Irish
Fall Festival
Olde New Jersey
Avenue, North Wildwood. Four-day event celebrates Irish heritage with
dancing, music, food, crafts and a piper competition. Sun: 1 p.m. Parade
on Surf Avenue from 26th to 1st Avenues, North Wildwood. 8 a.m. -
11 p.m. Daily. Free. 800.882.7787 or 609.729.0075
24 Seafarers Celebration
New location this
year only! Ocean Avenue &
Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. Live music, food, crafts, magic, special
events and children’s entertainment. Fireworks at 8 p.m. (weather
permitting) 609.522.1669
24-25
All American Antique & Retro Collectibles Show
-
New!
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Fine rarities, collectibles and one-of-a-kind
items. 866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com
24-25 Sunset
Lake Hydrofest Power Boat Races
Sunset Lake at
Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. Powerboat racing, food and merchandise
vendors. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Free to spectators. 609.886.8156 or
www.sunsetlake.us
25 Super Sunday
Morey’s Piers,
25th Avenue & the Boardwalk, North Wildwood, and Schellenger Avenue & the
Boardwalk, Wildwood. .Discount amusement tickets, games, entertainment and
live music. Noon - 6 p.m. Admission fee for amusements. All events & games
free. 609.522.3900
9/30-10/1
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
9/30-10/2 Wild
Thang 2005-PT Owners Club
On the Wildwoods
Boardwalk. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. 610.631.7773 or
www.ptownersclub.com
OCTOBER
1
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 Ave. Free prizes awarded at the Halloween Masquerade and Skate
Party on 10/29. 609.522.2955
1 Christopher Columbus Treasure Hunt & Ice Cream Eating Contest
On the Beach from
22nd to 23rd Avenues, North Wildwood. Treasure hunt for kids. Noon. Free.
609.729.3223
1-2 Beach
Jam
Morey’s Piers,
Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts
from around the country camp on the Beach. Admission fee. 609.729.3700
ext. 139
7-9 Charismatic Conference
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. 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
8 Pennsauken Surf Fishing Club Tournament
On the Beach in
Wildwood & North Wildwood. Teams and individuals welcome. 7:30 a.m. - 2
p.m. Entrance fee for participants/teams. 856.786.0070
8-9 George
Pratt Memorial Soccer Tournament
County-wide youth soccer tournament. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free.
www.capeexpress.com
14-16 Fabulous 50’s Celebration
An
island-wide celebration of the Wildwoods' role in the birth of Rock 'n'
Roll. Events include a concert, a 50’s memorabilia show and sale, exhibits
of 50’s antiques and pop-culture, DooWop trolley tours, classic car show
and more. Accommodations packages available. 888.729.0033 or visit
www.FabFifties.com
15 Wildwood Music Award
Cool Scoops Ice Cream Parlor, 12th & New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood.
Music award in conjunction with Fabulous 50's weekend. Live jam sessions.
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. 609.729.2665 or
www.coolscoops.com
15-16 Great
Fall Classic Surf Fishing Tournament
On the Beach at 15th
Avenue, North Wildwood. 5:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for
participants. 609.758.1213 or
www.njbba.org
15-16 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
28
Halloween Parade and Fun Fair
Registration 5
p.m. at Main Street, Wildwood. 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
29
Halloween Masquerade and Skating Party
D’Amico Skating
Rink, 22nd & Delaware Avenues, North Wildwood. 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
29 South
Jersey Surf Casters Tournament
On the Beach in
Wildwood and North Wildwood. 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Daily. Entrance fee for
participants. 609.886.1656
29-30 All American RV & Camping Expo
The
Wildwoods Convention Center. Come find the best deals of the year on all
of your camping & RV needs. 866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com
NOVEMBER
5-6
All American Christmas Expo
-
New!
The Wildwoods
Convention Center. Start your holiday shopping off right with great deals
on toys, electronics, gifts and holiday decor. 866.891.7283 or
www.wildwoodconvention.com
DECEMBER
2 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
3 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
3-4 Boardwalk Kennel Club Dog Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. All breed dog show featuring Best of
Breed competition and more. 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 6
p.m. Sunday. Admission fee: Adults $6, Seniors $4, children under 12 $1.
856.358.4819
7 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
9
Greater Wildwoods Jaycees Christmas Parade
Parade from Pacific
Avenue, Wildwood, to Central Avenue, North Wildwood. Lineup from 5:30 p.m.
– 6:15 p.m., Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. Rain date 12/11/05. Free.
609.729.5501
10 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
26-30
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.987thecoast.com
Every Week All Summer
Mondays - Captain
Ocean’s Ecological Program
July 4- Labor Day.
Rambler Road & the Beach, Wildwood Crest. Educational presentation of
ocean and sea life. 8 a.m. Free. 609.522.2919
Mondays - Pipe & Drum Brigade
July 11- August 29.
Authentic Irish Pipe Brigade in full dress uniform playing classic pipe
music on the Boardwalk from 16th Avenue. to Cresse Avenue. 7
p.m. 609.523.1602.
Mondays - Music by
the Ocean
June 27 - August 29.
Wildwood Crest Pier, 5800 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. Dance the night
away with various types of music. 7:30 p.m. Free. 609.523.0202
Mondays, Wednesdays
& Fridays - Beach Aerobics
June 27 – September
2. Lou Boothe Amphitheater, 2nd and Ocean Avenues, North
Wildwood. 8:30 a.m. 609.522.2955
Mondays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, Fridays - Wildwood Talent Showcase
June 20 - August
26. Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. 7 p.m. Dancers ages 6 -
18 perform. Free. 609.522.6714
Mondays through
Thursdays - “Doo Wop” 50’s Trolley Tour
June - September.
Begins at 3306 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood. This award-winning, guided
trolley tour showcases the Wildwoods’ fabulous collection of mid-century
architecture. Admission fee. 609.884.5404 or
www.capemaymac.org
Tuesdays , Thursdays &
Saturdays
-Beach Yoga
June 28 – September.
17. Lou Boothe Amphitheater, 2nd and Ocean Avenues, North
Wildwood. 8 a.m. – 9 a.m. 609.522.2955
Wednesdays – Summer
Sunset Concert Series
July 6 - August. 31.
Gazebo at Miami Avenue & Sunset Lake, Wildwood Crest. 7 p.m. Bring a lawn
chair. Free. 609.523.0202
Wednesdays - National
Pro-Wrestling’s Beach Bedlam
July 6 – August 24.
On the Beach at Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood, behind the Information
Center. Two shows nightly. Rain date: Thursday night. 6:15 p.m. & 8:15
p.m. Adults $3, children under 12 free. 732.888.1704
Thursdays -
Boardwalk Family Fun Night
July 1 - August 19.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk. Parades, clowns and music. 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Free. 609.523.1602
Thursdays - Gazebo
Concerts
June 30 - August 25.
Gazebo at Ocean Avenue & Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. Bring a
lawn chair. Free. 609.523.0202
Thursdays - String
Band Performance
July 7- August 25.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk. Broomall String band rides the Tram Car. 7:30
p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602
Thursdays &
Saturdays - North Wildwood Musical Events
July 7 - September
10. Lou Boothe Amphitheater, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, North
Wildwood. 8 p.m. Free. 609.522.7722.
Fridays - Fireworks
on the Beach
May 27 - September
2. On the Beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. Summer fireworks extravaganza.
11 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602
RECREATIONAL ATTRACTIONS
Boardwalk
A two-mile Boardwalk
with four amusement piers, water parks, roller coasters, carnival games
and shopping.
Beach
Free, safe and
guarded beaches from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 5:30
p.m. Daily.
Deep Sea
Fishing/Excursions
Numerous boats make
daily trips for fishing and sightseeing.
Bicycling
Permitted on the
Boardwalk weekdays until 11 a.m. Weekends and holidays until 10:30 a.m.
Public bike path from Rambler Road to Cresse Avenue along the Beach,
Wildwood Crest.
Recreation Centers
North Wildwood
Recreation Center
900 Central Avenue,
North Wildwood. Call for league or camp information. 609.522.2955
Wildwood Recreation
Center
243 East Rio Grande
Avenue, Wildwood. Call for league or camp information. 609.522.5837
Wildwood Crest
Recreation Center
5800 Ocean Avenue,
Wildwood Crest. Call for league or camp information. 609.523.0202
Scoop Taylor Park
5800 Ocean Avenue,
Wildwood Crest. Call for league or camp information. 609.523.1341
Joseph Von Savage
Memorial Pool
8800 New Jersey
Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 609.522.0084
Pier Playmates Day
Camp
5800 Ocean Avenue,
Wildwood Crest. Call for camp information. 609.523.0018
Tennis Courts
Borough of Wildwood
Crest Tennis Courts
6300 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood
Crest. 609.729.262
Fox Park
Ocean &
Montgomery Avenues, Wildwood. 609.522.5837
Cape May County Park
and Zoo
Garden State
Parkway, Exit 11. Free. 609.465.5271
Historic and Cultural Attractions
Whaling Wall by
Wyland
Garfield Avenue &
the Boardwalk, Wildwood. A spectacular 220' long x 30' high mural. The
world’s leading environmental artist, Wyland, depicts life-size whales
with dolphins, turtles and other sea mammals.
Wildwood Historical
Society and George F. Boyer Historical Museum
3907 Pacific Avenue,
Wildwood. Donation requested. 609.523.0277
National Marbles
Hall of Fame
3907 Pacific Avenue,
Wildwood. Learn about the sport of Marbles. Donation requested.
609.523.0277
Hereford Inlet
Lighthouse and Coast Guard Tower
1st & Central
Avenues, North Wildwood. Restored 1874 lighthouse. Admission fee.
609.522.4520
Sunset Lake and
Turtle Gut Park and Memorial
New Jersey & Miami
Avenues, Wildwood Crest. The site of the only battle of the American
Revolution fought in Cape May County. 609.522.0221
Wildwood Crest
Historical Museum
5800 Ocean Avenue, Wildwood
Crest Pier, Store #3, Wildwood Crest. 609.729.4515
Docks/Public Boat
Ramps
Wildwood Crest
New Jersey Avenue &
Orchid Road, or Park Boulevard & Sweet Briar Road.
North Wildwood
5th Avenue & the
Bay.
Public Golf Courses
Avalon Golf Club, Swainton. 609.465.4653
B.L. England, Beesley’s Point. 609.390.0472
Cape May National,
Cape May. 609.884.1563
Cape May Par 3 &
Driving Range, Rio Grande. 609.889.2600
The Pines at
Clermont, Clermont. 609.624.0100
Ponderlodge, Villas.
609.886.8065
Sand Barrens, Swainton. 609.465.3555
Shore Gate Golf
Club, Ocean View. 609.624.8337
Greater Wildwoods
Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA)
www.WildwoodsNJ.com 800.992.9732 or 609.729.9000
Greater Wildwood
Chamber of Commerce
www.gwcoc.com 609.729.4000
Greater Wildwood
Hotel and Motel Association
www.wildwoods.org 609.522.4546
Wildwoods Boardwalk
Special Improvement District
609.523.1602
Main Street Wildwood
www.mainstreetwildwood.com 609.729.6818
Wildwood Business
Improvement District
609.523.1602
Wildwoods Doo Wop
Preservation League
www.doowopusa.org 609.729.4000
North Wildwood
Tourism Development Commission
609.522.7722
Wildwood Tourism
Development Commission
609.522.1407
Wildwood Crest
Tourism Development Commission
609.522.0221
Morey’s Piers
www.moreyspiers.com 609.522.3900
Splash Zone
www.splashzonewaterpark.com 609.729.5600
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