Cape May Event Calendar

Tag: outdoor event

Jersey Cape Sea Glass and Coastal Arts Festival

Come celebrate the history and thrill of sea glass. Hosted by Historic Cold Spring Village, this festival will highlight over 50 local and regional artists and craftspersons featuring, coastal, nautical and beach themed items such as painting, photography, wood works, jewelry, home decor and more. All set on the idyllic grounds of a working 1800’s… Read more »


Easter Egg Hunt on the Beach

Children will hunt for hidden Easter eggs containing Easter treats. The lucky winner in each age group who finds the Golden Egg will receive a special prize. Ages include Toddler to age 10. No Rain Date.  


St. Paddy’s Day Plunge and 5k

Get ready to run, dive, and party at the exciting Carney’s sports fest on March 16, 2024, in scenic Cape May, NJ! Starting at 11:00 am, you can push your limits with a brisk 5k, brave the chill with a Polar Plunge, or double the challenge with a combo of both. If you’re 18 or… Read more »


Santa Opens Cape May City’s Kiwanis Park

The City will celebrate the official Grand Opening of the new and improved Kiwanis Park, along with a helping hand from Santa! Kids of all ages are encouraged to meet Santa at Convention Hall at 3:00 PM and follow him on the Fire Truck to “open” Kiwanis Park. (*Please note, transportation will not be provided.)… Read more »


Holiday Season Live Music on the Mall

300, 400, & 500 blocks of Washington Street Enjoy the sounds of the season from local bands while you shop small and cross off that Christmas list among our famous festive decor in the cozy heart of Cape May!


Lower Township beach MLG

Guided Beachcombing Walk

Explore the beach with us and find natural treasures. Meet at the Cape May Point Science Center before heading to the beach with your guides Atlantic Cape Professors Chris Carbone and Richard Perello. Microscopes and magnifying glasses will be provided by Atlantic Cape so you can take a closer look at your discoveries at the… Read more »


Family-friendly Guided Nature Walk

Join us for an easy, educational walk on the beautiful Refuge trails led by a wildlife expert. Bring your binoculars or borrow ours. Meet in front of the Visitor Center at 9:00 a.m. Children are definitely welcome! Two Mile Beach Unit, 12001 Pacific Ave, Wildwood Crest


Hot Rods & Hayrides at Rea Farm

Hot Rods & Hayrides at Rea Farm. Pumpkin beer presented by Behr Brewing. Cars, tractors, Music, Food, Vendors, corn maze, animals, and more down on our 100-acre Century old farm. Lots of room so vendor and car (all types) spots are still available. Support the 4-H Livestock Club, our future farmers. Market, Hayrides, Maze, and… Read more »


Plein Air Watercolor Workshop

Local artist, Janet McShain, shares her creative watercolor secrets. Bring art supplies or borrow ours. Janet will be teaching, and painting along with you at the Two Mile Beach Unit Visitor Center. Janet is looking forward to sharing her secrets of color, tone, brushwork, and composition while painting nature outdoors, so bring a portable chair… Read more »