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Wildwoods 2006 Calendar of Events:
Events listed below are subject to change. We recommend that you contact the organizers to confirm at the phone number or e-mail indicated in each listing. If you have questions about any event that is not listed in this calendar, or if you have difficulty contacting the organizers, please call the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce at 609-729-4000, or email at info@gwcoc.com.
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| 1 | 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. |
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| 4-7 | 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. |
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| 6 | 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. |
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| 11-14 | Tall
Cedars of Lebanon Convetion 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. |
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| 11-14 | 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. |
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| 12-16 | 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. |
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| 13 | 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. |
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| 18-20 | 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. |
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| 19-21 | 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. |
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| 20 | 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. |
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| 26 | 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. |
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| 26-29 | 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. |
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| 27-28 | 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. |
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| 28 | Memorial
Day Fireworks Fireworks extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. 10:30 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602. |
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| 29 | Memorial
Day Ceremony Ceremony at Veterans Monument, Spruce Avenue & North Wildwood Boulevard, North Wildwood. 10 a.m. Free. 609.522.7722. |
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| 31 | 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. |
| 1-2 | 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. |
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| 1-4 | 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. |
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| 2-4 | 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. |
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| 7-10 | 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. |
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| 9-11 | DeMolay
International The Wildwoods Convention Center. Masonic Lodge Youth Group convention banquet and installation for members only. 1.800.DEMOLAY or www.demolay.org. |
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| 10 | 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. |
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| 10 | 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. |
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| 10 | 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. |
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| 12-18 | 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 17 | 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. |
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| 17 | 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. |
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| 17 | 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. |
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| 17-18 | Watersports
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. |
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| 17-18 | 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. |
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| 19-22 | 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. |
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| 22-25 | Polka 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. |
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| 23-25 | 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. |
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| 24 | "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. |
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| 24 | 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. |
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| 24-25 | 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. |
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| 24-25 | 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. |
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| 25-29 | 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. |
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| 30-7 | 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. |
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| 30-7 | 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. |
| 1-4 | 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. |
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| 1-2 | 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. |
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| 1-2 | 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. |
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| 1-8 | Delia's
Warehouse Sale The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
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| 7/4 | 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 |
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| 7/4 | 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. |
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| 7 | 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. |
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| 8-9 | 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 |
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| 9-13 | Youth for
Christ Summer Splash The Wildwoods Convention Center. Evangelistic conference for pre-registered teens from the northeast region of the United States. |
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| 10-15 | 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. |
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| 12 | Miss
North Wildwood Competition Sunset Bay Restaurant, North Wildwood. Teen competition and luncheon. Noon. Free. 609.522.7722. |
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| 14 | Beschen-Callahan
Memorial Lifeguard Races On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 6 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500 |
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| 14-15 | 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. |
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| 14-16 | 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. |
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| 15-16 | 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 15-16 | 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. |
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| 15-16 | 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. |
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| 16-21 | 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. |
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| 20 | 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. |
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| 20-22 | 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. |
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| 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. 609.522.2955 |
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| 22 | 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. |
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| 22 | 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. |
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| 22-23 | 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. |
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| 22-23 | 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 |
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| 29 | 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. |
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| 29 | 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. |
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| 29-30 | 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. |
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| 29-30 | 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. |
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| 31-10 | Delia's
Warehouse Sale The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
| 1-10 | Delia's
Warehouse Sale The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
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| 5-6 | Boardwalk Craft Show The Wildwoods Convention Center. Warehouse style sale of Delia’s designer clothes. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. |
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| 5-6 | 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 |
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| 6 | 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. |
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| 9-12 | 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. |
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| 12 | 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. |
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| 12 | 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. |
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| 12 | 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. |
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| 12-13 | 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. |
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| 13 | 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. |
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| 18-20 | 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. |
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| 19 | 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. |
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| 19 | 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 |
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| 19-20 | 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. |
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| 22 | Around
the Island Row On the Beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 6:30 a.m. Free. 609.522.7500. |
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| 25-27 | 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. |
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| 26-27 | 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. |
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| 26-27 | 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 |
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| 27 | 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. |
| 2-3 | 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. |
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| 2-3 | 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 |
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| 4 | Labor
Day Fireworks Fireworks Extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. Free. 10:30 p.m. 609.523.1602. |
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| 6-9 | 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. |
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| 7-10 | 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. |
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| 8-10 | 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. |
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| 9-10 | 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 |
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| 9 | 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. |
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| 11 | September
11 Commemoration At the North Wildwood City Hall grounds. Commemoration of 9/11 tragedies. 8:56 a.m. Free. 609.522.7722. |
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| 15 | Firemens 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. |
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| 15-16 | 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. |
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| 16 | 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. |
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| 21-24 | 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. |
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| 21-24 | 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. |
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| 23 | 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. |
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| 24 | 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. |
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| 24 | 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. |
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| 29 | 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. |
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| 29-1 | 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. |
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| 29-1 | 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. |
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| 29-1 | PT Owner's Club Wild Thang
2006 On the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. 860-388-6441 or www.ptownersclub.com. |
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| 30 | 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. |
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| 30-1 | 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. |
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| 30-1 | 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. |
| 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 Avenue. Free prizes awarded at the Halloween Masquerade and Skate Party on 10/28. 609.522.2955. |
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| 6-8 | 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. |
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| 7 | 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. |
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| 7-8 | George
Pratt Memorial Soccer Tournament County-wide youth soccer tournament. 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free. www.capeexpress.com. |
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| 13-15 | 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. |
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| 13-15 | 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. |
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| 14-15 | 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 20-22 | 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 |
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| 22 | 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 |
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| 27 | 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. |
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| 28 | 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. |
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| 29 | 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. |
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| 31 | 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. |
| n/a | Nothing
currently scheduled Enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday with your family!!! |
| 1 | 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. |
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| 2 | 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. |
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| 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. |
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| 8 | 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. |
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| 9 | 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. |
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| 9 | 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. |
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| 9-10 | 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. |
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| 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.bbclassic.net. |
| 28 | Snowflakes
on the Beach Winter Gala The Wildwoods Convention Center. 7 p.m. Third annual winter gala. Music by the David Christopher Orchestra. Tickets $75 pp. available through the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce 609.465.7181 or www.capemaycountychamber.com. |
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| 28-29 | Special
Olympics of NJ Winter Games The Wildwoods Convention Center. Floor hockey finals. Sat: 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Sun: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free. 609.896.8000 or www.sonj.org. |
| 4-5 | Boardwalk
Kennel Club All Breed Dog Show The Wildwoods Convention Center. Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sun: 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets $6 for adults, $4 for senior citizens, $1 for children 12 and under. |
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| 10-12 | USAW
Middle School National 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 |
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| 18-19 | NJ
Open Youth Wrestling Championship The Wildwoods Convention Center. South Jersey Wrestling Association is hosting the State Championship Qualifiers and Finals into one single event over the weekend. Open to New Jersey residents only. Sat: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. www.sjwrestling.com. |
| 4-5 | 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. |
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| 11 | St.
Patrick's Day Celebration & Parade Parade on Atlantic Avenue from 9th to 2nd Avenues, North Wildwood. Noon. Free. 609.846.0454 |
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| 11 | 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 |
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| 24-26 | 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 |
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| 25 | 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. |
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| 26 | 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. |
| 1 | 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. |
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| 2 | 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 |
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| 2-4 | 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. |
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| 14-15 | 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. |
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| 15 | 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. |
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| 15 | 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. |
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| 16 | 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 |
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| 16 | 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. |
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| 22-23 | 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. |
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| 23 | "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. |
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| 26 | 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. |
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| 28-30 | 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. |
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Mondays
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July
through Labor Day |
Captain
Ocean ’s Ecological Program |
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June
26 - August 24 |
Music
By The Ocean |
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Mondays,
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays |
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June
26 - August 28 |
Wildwood
Talent Showcase |
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Tuesdays
& Thursdays |
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July
- August |
"Doo
Wop" Mid-Century Architecture Trolley Tour |
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Wednesdays
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July
5 - August 30 |
Summer
Sunset Concert Series |
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July
1 - August 26 |
NWS Beach Bedlam |
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Thursdays
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July
6 - August 24 |
Summer
Sunset Concert Series |
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Boardwalk
Family Fun Night |
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String
Band Performance |
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Thursdays
& Saturdays |
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July 6 - September 9 |
North
Wildwood Musical Events |