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Mondays, July & August
Irish Pipe & Drum Parade: On the boardwalk, 7:30pm-9pm
Tuesdays, July & August
Various Entertainment: On the boardwalk, 7pm-9pm
Wednesdays, July & August
Live Music Series: At Centennial Park, 7:30pm.
Duffy String Band: On the boardwalk from 16th to the Convention Center,
7pm-9pm.
Thursdays & Saturdays, July & August
North Wildwood Concert Under the Stars
Lou Booth Amphitheater, 2nd & Ocean Avenues
8pm rain or shine
Fridays, July & August
Fireworks 10:00pm, seen from the Florentine balcony.
More:
Wildwood, NJ Community Calendar
Wildwood
Hotel Motel Association
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Boardwalk: This world famous boardwalk is recognized as one
of the finest in the country. It has more rides and family entertainment
than Disneyland. It's 38 blocks long filled with games, well over 100
rides plus 30 kiddie rides, 7 world class roller coasters, 3 water parks
with heated water that include children's wet play areas and the most
awesome array of speed slides and gentle tube rides. There are arcades,
clothing shops, variety stores, carnival games and a whole lot more. It
now features family fun nights on Thursdays, Friday night fireworks and
Irish Piper Brigades on Mondays in North Wildwood.
Beach - Free, safe with life
guards from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 10am to 5pm in North
Wildwood and until 5:30pm in Wildwood and Wildwood Crest. The beaches
are raked and cleaned every day. Our beaches are big, wide and you'll
never feel squeezed or crowded on North Wildwood's pristine beach.
Bicycling is permitted on the
boardwalk weekdays until 11am and until 10:30am on weekends. Plus there
are several bike paths from Rambler Road to Cresse Ave. along the beach
and in North Wildwood. Another great place to bicycle is at the Cape May
County Park And Zoo ( see below).
Cool Scoops
Ice Cream Parlor, Take a trip down Memory Lane to the good old days
of The 1950's. Relive those happy days of the Doo Wop era. Watch it
come to life while you dine in an original car booth, watch vintage
T.V., hear great music from their Rockola juke box, and reminisce with
their 1950's antiques displayed on the walls or take a picture with a
full size ELVIS.
www.coolscoops.com
Silver Bullet, the
world's largest and fastest speedboat, is a shiny 70 foot long ocean
going projectile. Custom designed for the wildest ride in The
Wildwoods...yet great for the whole family. See whales and dolphins.
http://eastcoastwatersportsnj.com/silver-bullet-wildwood
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Hereford Inlet Lighthouse and Coast Guard Tower, 1st and Central
Ave., North Wildwood. It's a restored 1874 lighthouse, with a 49 foot
tower and a beacon visible for over 13 miles;
open daily. 609-522-4520.
DOO WOP
Preservation League dedicated to sharing the island's mid-century
(the 50's) architectural treasures. 609-523-2400
Wildwood
Historical Society and George F. Boyer Museum in the Holly
Beach Station Mall on Pacific Ave, Wildwood. The first settlers of the
area now known as the Wildwoods were the Lenni Lenape Indians who
summered on the Jersey Cape. In the 1700's they were joined by fishermen
and mainland farmers who grazed cattle and horses on the Island.
(Donation requested) 609-523-0277.
National
Marbles Hall of Fame 3907 Pacific Ave, Wildwood. Learn about the
sport of marbles. The Marbles National Championship is held every year
for 75 years on the Wildwood Beaches with special rinks built into the
sand. (Donation requested) 609-523-0277.
Wildwood
Crest Historical Museum at 5800 Ocean Ave., Crest pier, bldg #3,
Wildwood Crest. 609-729-4515.
Sunset Lake, Turtle Gut Park
and Memorial. The site of the only battle of the American Revolution
fought in Cape May County. New Jersey Ave. and Miami Ave, Wildwood
Crest. 609-522-0221
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Atlantic City Casinos
is the east coasts entertainment and gambling Mecca. Buses will pick you
up and return you to the front of the Florentine Family Motel. If you
prefer to drive, it's only 40 miles away.
Wetlands Institute,
1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor, 609-368-1211. The Institute has a
salt marsh trail, Observation tower, deck and pier, an aquarium, touch
tank and displays. You can see an Osprey family on live TV, and have
guided bird walks, summer nature classes for kids and more.
Cape May
County Park and Zoo, Route 9, North Swainton, 609-465-5871. The 128
Acre Cape May Park offers a wide range of recreational activities
including a variety of sports, fishing, hiking, bike riding, picnicking,
children's playground, and more. The zoo portion is home to over 170
species of wildlife including a bird atrium, and reptile house. The
relaxed park setting houses tigers, giraffes, lions, bears, monkeys,
zebra, buffalo, deer and more in a natural setting.
Victorian Cape May
provides a picturesque 19th Century ambiance including America's largest
collection of authentically restored and preserved Victorian homes.
There are over 600 of these elegantly decorated homes lining Cape May's
gas lit streets. An attractive pedestrian mall lined with eateries,
pubs, unique shops, and several antique stores is a great place to
stroll with loved ones or friends.
Historic Cold
Spring Village 720 route 9, Cape May, 609-898-2300. The village is a
19th century living history museum located only 7 miles from the
Wildwoods. Come and spend a few hours or the day with the villagers and
experience the sight and sound of yesteryear. They will enlighten you
about the lifestyle of Cape May County's 18th century settlers. The
Village is dedicated to preserve the crafts, trades, lifestyles and
architecture of a small South Jersey rural community of 150 years ago.
Weekday activities include storytelling, folk art classes, children's
crafts, and visiting craftspeople.
Cape May Bird
Observatory, 600 rte. 47, Cape May Court House, 609-861-0700. For 2
centuries Cape May has been the location for observing birds in North
America and favored by celebrated naturalist like John Audubon. More
than 400 species have been seen on the peninsula during fall migrations.
There are nature shops, walks that include birds of the seashore, sunset
birding, butterfly walks, birding hot spots, and wildflower walks.
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Cape May Winery &
Vineyard has over 150 acres, and produces more than 16 different
varieties of grapes. Visitors can experience the winery and its tasting
rooms, and go on a winery tour. Their main focus is viniferous grapes
including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Pinot Grigio,
Riesling and Chardonnay. Cape May Winery is open everyday for tastings
from 12pm to 6pm (Summer) and until 7pm on Friday and Saturdays (July &
august). In the Winter they are open from 12pm to 5pm. Tours run every
day at 3pm Mid June to Columbus Day and only Saturdays in the winter
(reservations needed).
711 Townbank Road, Cape May, NJ 08204 |
609-884-1169 |
www.capemaywinery.com
Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery is located
on a sprawling 100+ acre farm in Cape may County, where sandy soils and
cool ocean summer breezes create the perfect growing conditions for
crafting fine artisan wines. The vineyard and winery is operated by a
husband and wife team on a third generation farm where you'll find
varietals such as Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Riesling, Syrah, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Malbec, Tempranillo and Merlot. They host wine tastings
daily, as well as seasonal events like Friday Night Supper Club,
Saturdays on the Crushpad, and Sangria Sundays.
600 So. Railroad Avenue, Rio Grande, Nj 08242
| 609-846-7347 |
www.hawkhavenvineyard.com
Jessie Creek Vineyard & Winery is known
for its merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio. The
vineyards are harvested and processed by hand, onsite, resulting in a
flavor and quality that can only be captured at a boutique facility.
They have a tasting room and you can celebrate special occasions in
their event hall. Visitors to the winery during harvest season have the
opportunity to experience picking the grapes from the vine, processing
the fruit and enjoying the thrill of bottling the final product. The
winery is located adjacent to their 150 year old Bed & Breakfast, and is
open Monday - Sunday 11am to 5pm, year round.
1 North Delsea Drive, Cape May Court House, NJ
08210 | 609-536-2092 |
www.jessiecreekwinery.comNatali Vineyards & Winery grows tender
European wine grapes. Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and
Barbara are only a few examples of the fifteen different varieties.
Visitors can watch behind the scenes winemaking on a daily basis. Natali
produces 27 different types of wine and also has wine made from
blueberry fermented with honey, banana, pineapple, and even locally
grown beach plum. Natali Vineyards is Open Daily ALL YEAR ROUND from
10am - 5pm in the winter and 10am - 7pm in the summer for private and
public wine tastings. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and
New Year's Day.
221 North Delsea Drive (North Route 47), Cape
May Court House, NJ 08210 | 609-465-0075 |
natalivineyards.com
Turdo Vineyard & Winery is a family
owned and run winery situated in the southern tip of Cape May County.
They have emerged as New Jersey's finest winery and have been awarded
with many honors and medals from various prestigious international wine
competitions. Turdo Vineyard has been named "Best Wine Shop" in
Philadelphia Magazine's Best of the Shore 2010 and featured in many
newspaper articles. The winery grows and produces 15 varieties of wine,
from dry whites and rose', to Italian reds such as Nero D'Avola,
Nebbiolo, and Sangiovese. The tasting room is open 12-5pm Memorial Day -
Labor Day. Please call for off-season hours.
3911 Bayshore Road, North Cape May, NJ 08204
| 609-884-5591 |
www.turdovineyards.com
Willow Creek Vineyard & Winery produces
premium sustainable wines that are grown and bottled on site on their 50
acre Cape May Island farm. They grow unique varietals of vitis vinifera
(grape vines) which are now producing wines of award winning quality.
Willow Creek Winery offers great vineyard vistas and gardens for
strolling and picnics that will delight visitors. Groups of up to 400+
guests can also arrange for private tours, wine tasting, and private
dinners/luncheons. They also host Wine Tasting Events & Farm Festivals.
Willow Creek opened to the public in the late summer of 2012 for daily
tours, tastings and picnicking.
160-168 Stevens Street, West Cape May, NJ
08204 | 609-770-8782
www.willowcreekwinerycapemay.com
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Cape May Brewing
Company is a microbrewery in Cape May County owned and operated
by a small team who share the same vision to make the finest quality of
beer possible. Their beer is made in small batches and is hand crafted
with the finest ingredients in a small warehouse at the Cape May County
Airport between Cape May and Rio Grande. Take a tour and sample their
beer. You can buy a half gallon growler of your favorite flavor. Cape
May Brewery is open for tours, tastings and growler fills on Saturdays
from 12 to 4pm. Call for other openings.
1288 Hornet Road, Cape May County Airport, Rio
Grande, NJ 08242
609-849-9933 |
www.capemaybrewery.com
Cape May Distillery produces handcrafted
spirits to suit every taste. They currently produce six different rums,
bourbon, gin, vodka, and honey spirits.
371 NJ-47, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 |
(609) 305-4853 |
www.capemay-distillery.com
MudHen Brewing Co. is the perfect place
to host your next event, private party or networking function. Offering
various spaces to accommodate your party size and specific vibe you are
seeking.
127 W. Rio Grand Ave. Wildwood, NJ 08260 |
609-846-7918 |
www.mudhenbrew.com
Nauti Spirits Distillery – Cape May Distillery
& Farm produces handcrafted farm spirits: Vodka, Gin, & Rum.
Using ingredients grown mainly on their 60-acre preserved coastal farm,
and other South Jersey farmland that they control, and premium southern
molasses; they mash, ferment, distill, and bottle their products at
their farm distillery in Cape May, New Jersey.
916 Shunpike Rd, Lower Township, NJ 08204 |
609-770-3381 |
nautispirits.com
Tuckahoe Brewing Company is located in
Dennis Creek. In 2006 they opened with exceptional beers. The names of
their beers reflect the Tuckahoe area, past and present: DC Pale Ale is
named for Dennis Creek which runs near the brewery and was once the site
of a shipyard.
3092 English Creek Avenue, Egg Harbor Twp., NJ
08234 | 609-827-5375 |
www.tuckahoebrewing.com
7 Mile Brewery is a craft brewery that
produces great beers, beers that reflect the tastes of the local
communities. They are located across from Walmart. Beer selections
include: Dark & Roasted, Hoppy, Toasted & Nutty, or Crisp & Bright.
3156 Route 9 South, Rio Grande, NJ 08242 | 609-365-7777 |
www.7milebrew.com
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