Grab the whole family, we’re heading out for parades, crafts, music, mummers and lots of fun all month long.
Boardwalk Craft Show
July 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 25 & 26
Heading to Wildwood this month? Mark your calendars for the weekly craft show on the boards featuring jewelry, beach-inspired treasures, unique artwork and more. The show runs from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturdays and 9 am to 3 pm on Sundays. For more information, visit the website.
Mummers Night
Tuesdays & Thursdays through Aug. 11
Watch as the mummers strut down Ocean City’s boardwalk for a night of music and entertainment with a seaside backdrop. The strutting starts at 7 pm on the Boardwalk from 6th to 14th streets. For more information, visit the website.
Lawn Chair Concert
July 6
Grab a chair to hear live music on Perkins Center For The Arts’ Moorestown lawn. This Monday, hear the classic rock sounds of South Jersey’s Lost in Brunswick. The free concert starts at 6:30 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Stars N’ Stripes Celebration
July 10
Food trucks, kids’ activities, a bike decorating contest, a pet parade…and so much more. This free 250th celebration at Lumberton Township’s Municipal Complex runs from 6 to 9 pm with fun for the whole family. For more information, visit the website.
Sidewalk Chalk Competition
July 11
Put your sidewalk chalk skills to the test – or just watch – at Wildwood’s competition at Bill Henfey Park. The drawing begins at 9 am and judging starts at 10:45 am. For more information, visit the website.
Butterfly Festival
July 11 & 12
Pack your blanket and picnic baskets and head to Red Bank Battlefield for an old fashioned picnic (bolstered by some modern food trucks) as well as tours of the Butterfly House, a bug parade and family fun activities. The festival runs from 11 am to 4 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Christmas in July
July 12 & 13
Santa’s taking a break from vacation to celebrate the summer holiday (without the snow) at Historic Smithville. Stop by for shopping, food and merry moments. For more information, visit the website.
Music & Food Truck Festival
Wednesday through Aug. 26
Spend the night listening to live music and trying out food trucks at Centennial Park during Wildwood’s free series. Performances begin at 7 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Ocean City Family Nights
Mondays & Wednesdays through Aug. 10
Walk the Ocean City Boardwalk as magicians, musicians and your favorite characters wander the boards from 7 to 9 pm between 6th and 14th Streets. For more information, visit the website.
Historic Saturdays
Saturdays through Sept. 26
Take a step back in time with programs like puppet shows, make-your-own paper demonstrations, candle-making, historic reenactors and old fashioned ice cream making. Each program happens at Kings Court from 10 am to 2 pm. For more information, visit the website.
Junior Ranger Map Adventure
July 29
Work together with the family to complete a quest using a special map at Boundary Creek Natural Resource Area in Moorestown. The free event, hosted by guides, runs from 9:30 to 11:30 am. For more information, visit the website.
Baby Parade
July 31
The cutest parade to ever happen in Cape May. The Baby Parade features prizes for superhero, decorated on wheels, beach baby and more. The parade starts at 11 am at Congress St. and Beach Avenue. For more information, visit the website.
