Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, Convention Hall, 7:30-11:30 am, 609-884-8888, discovercapemaynj.com

Independence Day Parade, Beach Ave, 1:00 pm. For more information call 609-884-9565.

Celebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village's annual Independence Day Celebration, which will be held on Saturday and Sunday, July 1st and 2nd, from 10am to 4:30pm. A variety of patriotic family activities, programs and music will be taking place and the Village's restored historic buildings will be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

This side-splitting comedy takes place on the Upper West Side of Manhattan where Marjorie Taub is looking for meaning in her life. A mysterious figure from her past appears and at first infuses her with life but soon becomes an unwelcome and sinister guest in her home. Marjorie's 80 year old mother is obsessed with her bowels and the dialogue is scatological but smart and funny. The New York Times called it "a window rattling comedy of mid-life malaise…it earns its wall too wall laughs." NY Magazine says it is "an intelligently funny and satirically relevant uptown comedy." at Cape May Stage 405 Lafayette St. 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Fireworks Extravaganza Congress Beach, 609-884-9565 at 9:00pm - 10:00pm.

Come for the produce…linger for the wonderful sense of community as the sun begins to dip. Make tuesdays your "no-cook" night and grab a light dinner from one of the vendors- from BBQ to tacos to empanadas! The West Cape May Farmers Market features not only fresh produce and herbs, but, among others, purveyors of antiques, live art demonstrations, live Music, fresh coffee, seafood, kettle corn and ice cream. Every Tuesday from 3:pm - 7:30pm.

This side-splitting comedy takes place on the Upper West Side of Manhattan where Marjorie Taub is looking for meaning in her life. A mysterious figure from her past appears and at first infuses her with life but soon becomes an unwelcome and sinister guest in her home. Marjorie's 80 year old mother is obsessed with her bowels and the dialogue is scatological but smart and funny. The New York Times called it "a window rattling comedy of mid-life malaise…it earns its wall too wall laughs." NY Magazine says it is "an intelligently funny and satirically relevant uptown comedy." 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Children's Theater Series: Madagascar- A Musical Adventure, 609-884-9563 at 10:30am - 11:30am.

Dozens of crafters offer everything from jewelry to leather goods, from fashion and accessories to watercolors, so you are sure to find all the perfect gifts you've been searching for and of course, a little something for yourself. 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Whaler Yoeman weekend celebrates the Cape May County founding families' livelihoods, which were tied to the land and the sea. Demonstrations and discussions regarding whaling to farming, to trades and crafts that support these early settlers, will be featured. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Constantine Maroulis was born a scrappy kid in Brooklyn with big pipes, deep pride for his Greek heritage, and a love for the theater and rock n' roll. Constantine first came to prominence as the beloved rock n' roll underdog on American Idol. He then secured his place in pop culture as a Broadway superstar, best known for The Wedding Singer, Jekyll and Hyde, and his TONY-nominated role in Rock Of Ages. Now, for his third act, he begins an invigorating and promising new era with a bevvy of intriguing projects, including putting the finishing touches on his most assured and swaggering solo music to date. 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Children's Theater Series: The Trial of Goldilocks 609-884-9563 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Jersey Cape Antique Auto Show, Colliers Lot: Jackson Street, 609-8849565 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

The Celtic festival features musical entertainment throughout the grounds, interactive demonstrations and a pub area with all-day live music. The Village's restored, historic buildings will also be open, with historical interpreters demonstrating the trades and crafts of the 1800s. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Meet Captain Kidd by 1:00 pm to receive your pirate hat and then follow him to dig for buried treasure at his treasure site. Rules: Ages 3-10 (separate areas for 3-4, 5-7,& 8-10 year olds). Only 1 treasure chest per child. No adults will be allowed in digging areas. No metal shovels. All treasure seekers must leave the treasure area after finding a treasure chest. 1:00pm

Charles Busch is the author and star of such plays as The Divine Sister, Vampire Lesbians of Sodom, The Tribute Artist and The Tale of the Allergist's Wife, which ran for 777 performances on Broadway and received a Tony nomination for Best Play. He wrote and starred in the film versions of his plays, Psycho Beach Party and Die Mommie Die, the latter of which won him the Best Performance Award at the Sundance Film Festival. In 2003, Mr. Busch received a special Drama Desk Award for career achievement as both performer and playwright. He is a two-time MAC award winner and has performed his cabaret act in many cities including San Francisco, Palm Springs, Provincetown, New Orleans, Atlanta, London, Paris and in New York at the Ballroom, Birdland and 54 Below. 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Children's Theater Series: Curious George and the Golden Meatball 609-884-9563 10:30 am - 11:30 am

8th Annual Cape May Beach Volleyball Tournament, Steger Beach at 8:00 am Call 609-884-9565.

Visitors will find presentations, railroad displays, working model trains and garden railways from a variety of groups throughout the Village. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Jim Dale is one of the world's great stage entertainers: singer, dancer, comedian, Shakespearean actor, raconteur. In Just Jim Dale, he takes audiences on a journey through an unparalleled career in the theatre with a myriad of irresistible showbiz tales, songs and performances – a career extending from performing as the youngest professional comedian on the British Music Hall stage, to joining the National Theatre at the request of Sir Laurence Olivier, starring in 28 films including 11 of the "Carry On" series, his Broadway triumphs in "Scapino", "Barnum" and "Me and My Girl", and then his uproarious experiences narrating all seven Harry Potter audio-books for the US market. Candid, intimate and hilarious, Just Jim Dale is an unforgettable evening with consummate stage personality. 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Children's Theater Series: The Musical Adventure of Flat Stanley 609-884-9563 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Children will be given a "Pastport" at the start of their Village trip, which can be stamped at the buildings they visit after completing a take-home craft or activity, like writing with a quill pen, carding wool or making a pinch pot. Pastports can be redeemed at the Country Store for a free treat! Other family-friendly activities include historic dress up, games and live entertainment. 10:00 am - 4:30 pm

Husband and wife duo, Jill Eikenberry & Michael Tucker, Emmy Award Winners from LA Law, return to Cape May Stage with Jill Eikenberry's latest cabaret show, which she's performed at Feinsteins/54 Below. This one-night-only performance includes excerpts from the Broadway show Onward Victoria. 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm