Start your weekend at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood at five Fun Fridays this summer! 3400 Pacific Avenue. There will be a live band, food and drink vendors, lawn games and more! Bring your chair and enjoy the FREE entertainment outdoors in Downtown Wildwood! This Friday’s entertainment is Love Affair Band plus a good old fashion July 4th weekend picnic! To keep the party going visit one of our great Downtown Wildwood restaurants and bars afterwards. Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

The Sports Cards, Toys, Comics & Collectibles Show held July 1 – 3, 2022 will feature collectibles, memorabilia and guest star appearances. Over 150 tables of the hottest collectibles on the planet! Sports cards, old & new, toys, comic books, Starting Line-ups, McFarlane figures, non-sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Beanie Babies, videos, wax boxes, supplies, autographed memorabilia, sets, posters, coins, t-shirts, legos, dolls & much more! Fri: 3-9 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE admission! On Saturday from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. special guest Gary Matthews aka “Sarge” of the Philadelphia Phillies will be available for autographs (pricing here). For more information call 732.422.9365 or visit RKSportsPromotions.com for a detailed schedule of events.

On the Wildwood Burk Avenue Beach! 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. Accessible by the boardwalk extension alongside the Wildwoods Convention Center. Look for the purple flag. A yoga class for all levels and ages, we practice on the sand near the ocean! Bring a beach towel, sun screen and water. Class is only $5! No need to pre-register…just come as you are! 609.636.7184 or wildwoodyogaonthebeach.com

Don’t take a vacation from fitness! Work out with us at Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue, every weekday this summer from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Join Dion for bootcamp circuit training on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Dion keeps it interesting with games like fitness Monopoly, resistance band Monday and other fun and challenging themes! $10 fee paid to instructor. Parking is always FREE for Byrne Plaza events in the parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. See you WEEKDAY mornings this summer at Byrne Plaza! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.160

Kick off the weekend every Friday on the Wildwoods Boardwalk with Friday night fireworks at 10:00 pm! The fireworks will be launched from the beach on Pine Avenue and visible from anywhere on the Wildwoods Boardwalk! Rain date is Sunday at 10 p.m. 609.523.1602 or DOOWW.com

FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, in North Wildwood featuring “Greaseband” at 7:30 p.m. July 2, 2022. For more information call 609.522.7722 or 800.882.7787 or visit NorthWildwood.com

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 2, 2022 musical act is Roundhouse Band (dance/party hits). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

The Boardwalk Craft Show is a must-see for any fan of handmade products. You can find them here on July 2&3, 2022! Rain or shine. 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 609.522.0378, 609.522.0198 or BoardwalkCrafts.com

THE place to be every Saturday morning from Memorial Day to Labor Day Weekend! Each week you will find over 60 vendors selling farm goods, baked goods, jewelry, crafts, specialty foods, wine, beer, spirits and much more! Spread across both sides of Pacific Avenue in Byrne Plaza & Beyond, on Pacific Avenue from Oak Avenue (3400 Pacific Ave) to Schellenger Avenue (3501 Pacific Ave), it’s like a treasure hunt where you will find something for everyone and discover new offerings each week! Be sure to stop by the dooww information booth to pick up your free DOOWW Magnet, Byrne Plaza Schedule of Events and Information about all the great things happening in Downtown Wildwood! While you’re picking up the freebies, you can also purchase DOOWW Christmas Ornaments, Tees & Sweatshirts, all at the dooww information booth located at the Pacific and Oak avenue entrance to Byrne Plaza! PARKING is always FREE for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. For more information, call 609.523.1602 or visit DOOWW.com

Fox Park, Burk & Ocean Avenues in Wildwood. FREE! 7 p.m. Entertainment for July 3, 2022 is “Frontiers” (Journey Tribute Band). Bring a blanket or a beach chair. 609.522.2444 or WildwoodNJ.org

A free weekly ceremony every Sunday morning to raise the casket flag of a Veteran to honor and remember ALL Veterans, held at the Lou Booth Amphitheater at 2nd and Ocean Avenues in North Wildwood. Arrive 10 minutes before sunrise to participate in a 20-minute tribute and inspirational message at the most beautiful vista on the Jersey Shore. This location offers photo ops galore! The Flag Raising Ceremony is weather permitting as Veteran Casket Flags are not for all-weather. Cancellations will be posted within a half hour of the scheduled service on the Weekly Schedule page on SunriseOnSunday.com.

CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY ON THE WILDWOODS BOARDWALK AND ENJOY THE JULY 4TH FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR AT 10 PM! This special fireworks spectacular is synchronized to patriotic music playing over the Wildwoods Boardwalk sound system! Launched from Pine Avenue & the Beach the fireworks are visible from anywhere on the Boardwalk. Head up to the boardwalk early for dinner and drinks, shopping, and all those awesome rides on the three amusement piers! There’s no place like the Wildwoods Boardwalk! Stay in the know about everything happening on the Wildwoods Boardwalk by following online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By the Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602 or visit dooww.com

Check in at 9th and Atlantic Avenues, North Wildwood. Registration takes place from 8:15 am – 8:45 am and parade begins at 9 a.m. at 9th and Atlantic Avenues in North Wildwood and proceeds north to 1st and Surf Avenues. No rain date. Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes wagons, strollers, scooters and low speed vehicles in red, white and blue theme. FREE! For more information or to register in advance for the parade, call 609.522.2955 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

Bike & LSV Participants check in from 8am until 8:45am at 9th & Atlantic Avenues, North Wildwood. Check in for Pooch Parade at Bill Henfey Park from 8am until 8:45am. Parade begins at 9 a.m. at 9th and Atlantic Avenues, joins Pooch Parade at 8th & Atlantic Avenues and proceeds north to 1st & Surf Avenues. No rain date. Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes, strollers, scooters, golf carts etc. in red, white and blue theme. FREE. Call 609.522.2955 to register to participate in the parade. Pooches can be registered the day of the parade. All ages are welcome to participate in the parade. northwildwood.com

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring “Don’t Call Me Francis” (dance/party hits). Bring a blanket or beach chair. 4th of July fireworks at 10:00 pm. For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit WildwoodCrest.org.

Monday through Thursday on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. Watch live entertainment marching down the boards! Parades kick off at 7:30 pm beginning at 16th Avenue and end at the Wildwoods Convention Center between Burk and Montgomery Avenues. Free. For more information call 609.523.1602 or DOOWW.com Monday: Cape Atlantic Irish Pipe Brigade Tuesday: Varied Brass Bands Wednesday: Duffy String Band Thursday: Philadelphia String Bands

There’s a free family movie every Tuesday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood, 3400 Pacific Avenue! Gather your friends and family and bring your chair or blanket for a family movie under the stars. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark (8:30 p.m.) on July 5, 2022! This week’s movie is Straight Outta Nowhere – Scooby Doo Meets Courage the Cowardly Dog. Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Wildwoods Convention Center. National dance finals from studios all over the country competing for cash and prizes. Competition features solos, duets, trios, small groups, large groups, lines and productions, ranging from amateur to experienced dancers. All performances are choreographed to music and are sure to amaze! 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily. FREE admission! For additional information call 516.781.8415 or visit DanceXplosionTalent.com

Don’t take a vacation from fitness! Work out with us at Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue, every weekday this summer from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Join Kellie Wood for Zumba on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Kellie will get your body moving and your heart pumping with her fun playlist and high energy class that welcomes all fitness levels! $5 fee paid to instructor. Parking is always FREE for Byrne Plaza events in the parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. See you WEEKDAY mornings this summer at Byrne Plaza! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Wildwood Crest, Rambler Road and the beach. Miss Ocean is hosting the Borough of Wildwood Crest’s free marine science program. She’ll be there from 11 am to 1 pm each Tuesdays and Thursdays all summer through August 25th. Come check it out! A great free educational experience for the entire family! For more information, call 609.523.0202 or wildwoodcrest.org

On the Wildwood Burk Avenue Beach! Accessible by the boardwalk extension alongside the Wildwoods Convention Center. Look for the purple yoga flag! Enjoy an easy evening of yin yoga and vibrational healing as the day winds down. We begin in longer held stretches to go beyond the muscles and target our connective tissue. This creates greater flexibility as we go deeper into the stretch. Yin yoga is a wonderful compliment to any active form of exercise and can be practiced daily. The stretches will lead into a final relaxation pose. To aid your relaxation and allow you to fully unwind, I offer a guided meditation that extends into a longer rest accompanied by gongs, crystal bowls, Tibetan singing bowls and bells as well as the gentle sounds of the ocean. I will share Reiki with each of you, as well, to enhance your healing. Class is approximately 75 minutes. Bring a beach towel and a blanket or a cover up for the relaxation part at the end. Bring water and anything else that will allow you to relax! $10 a person of two for $16. Tuesday class times: June 7 – August 9 @ 7:30 p.m., August 16 – 30 @ 7:00 p.m., September 6 & 13 @ 6:30 p.m. For more information 609.636.7184 or wildwoodyogaonthebeach.com

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 6, 2022 musical act is Bob Farrell & Friends (oldies/classic rock). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

There’s a live band and dance party every Thursday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood located at 3400 Pacific Avenue! Wear your dancing shoes and bring your chair or blanket in case you want to take a break! 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. July 7, 2022 live entertainment is The Beat Tells. Parking is always FREE for Byrne Plaza Events in the parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & drinks! We will meet you on the dance floor! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Live acoustic music on Thursday nights overlooking some of the best sunsets on the East Coast. Held at Sunset Lake Gazebo, Miami and New Jersey Avenues, in Wildwood Crest at 7:30 p.m. Tonight’s entertainment is TBA. For more info call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

On the beach at Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. 6:30 p.m. Beach patrols from Cape May County compete in the annual event featuring various rowing, swimming and running competitions that showcase lifeguarding skills. Hosted by the Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol. FREE. 609.522.3825 or wcbp.org

Experience the BEST in Barbeque and Blues at this exciting three day festival held at 2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues and surrounding pubs in North Wildwood. Event features live cooking demonstrations, incredible food and top regional and national blues acts on our FREE main stage. Friday: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.; Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. For more information call 609.523.6565 or visit NJBBQ.com or AngleseaBlues.com for a detailed schedule of events.

Grab your buckets and shovels and head to the beach at Heather Road in Wildwood Crest from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. and get ready to create works of art in the sand! This amateur and semi-pro sand sculpting contest is hosted by professional world-renowned sand sculptor Matt Long, a former cast member of the Travel Channel’s SandMasters, and “Can You Dig It!” Sand Tools. 2022 marks the 10th year for this fun festival. FREE to all participants and spectators. Fun activities featured at this year’s festival include live music, beach games, and family entertainment. Sculptures will be judged on creativity, execution, composition and overall presentation, and prizes will be awarded to the top three winners in each division. Rain or shine! For more information call 609.523.0202

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 9, 2022 musical act is: Legacy Band (dance/party hits). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

Cedar Avenue & the Wildwood beach. Morey’s is proud to partner with Tri-State Roundnet to bring America’s newest and fastest net game to the expansive beaches of Wildwood, NJ. Inspired by elements of volleyball and four-square, Roundnet is quickly becoming one of America’s fastest-growing sports. This event will be held at Morey’s infamous PigDig Beach Bar, where you can enjoy fantastic drinks and world-famous barbecue without ever leaving the sand. All registered Spikefest participants will receive a $5 credit ($10 per team) to PigDog Beach Bar. In addition to the gameplay and the good eats, participants will have the opportunity to purchase deeply discounted admission to Morey’s Piers and Water Parks. The game is played between two teams of two people. Players are positioned at 4 points around the net, with partners located at neighboring positions. One player serves the ball across the net to the opposing team member. The opposing team then has 3 hits to return the ball to the net. After the serve, there are no boundaries of play. Participants are free to run, set, and spike the ball from anywhere around the net. Play continues until a team fails to return the ball or the ball hits a rim piece, at which point the point ends, and the other team receives 1 point. For more information call 609-846-1621

Held at the Bill Henfey Park, 8th & Central Avenues, in North Wildwood. Sidewalk chalk drawing competition begins at 9 a.m. Judging takes place at 10:45 a.m. and awards presentation at 11:00 a.m. You can register the day of the event. Winners will be announced on Facebook. FREE. 609.522.2955 or NorthWildwood.com

Quickly becoming a family tradition for flag football players from across the region, this awesome summer Jersey Shore beach event features 5 v 5 beach flag football for both boys and girls 5 – 17 years old as well as adults. Hosted and sponsored by Morey’s Piers, all participants receive 4-day Ride & Slide passes, good for all three amusement piers and both water parks for Friday-Monday of the event. Friends and family members of participants also receive steeply discounted passes. For more information visit www.moreyspiers.com/event/flag-football

Check out the Crest Food Truck Night on July 10, 2022! Centennial Park, Wildwood Crest. Join us from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m. for award-winning food trucks and live entertainment! For more information call 609.316.4504.

The 2022 Community Caravan will once again operate as a traveling pep rally featuring Flyers Alumni, the Flyers Ice Team and — drum roll, please — GRITTY! Fans attending this summer’s Caravan events will also have the chance to get their hands on a lineup of exclusive Flyers themed giveaways! Parade start time is 4 p.m. and the route is TBD. For more info call the NW Rec at 609.522.2955 Fans should look out for announcements of tour stops as the summer goes on. Maps will be available day of event on @FlyersCommunity Twitter.

Wildwoods Convention Center. Starstruck Dance Challenge will hold a national dance championship from 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (times are subject to change). The competitions will be choreographed to music. For more information call 855.527.7507or visit starstruckcompetition.com

All ages family-friendly event at 7:30 p.m. in July, 7:00 p.m. in August featuring FREE entertainment, children’s activities and free family photos along beautiful Sunset Lake (New Jersey Avenue near Louisville Avenue in Wildwood Crest), which features some of the most stunning sunsets at the Jersey Shore! For more information call 609.523.0202 or WildwoodCrest.org

There’s a free family movie every Tuesday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood, 3400 Pacific Avenue! Gather your friends and family and bring your chair or blanket for a family movie under the stars. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark (8:25 p.m.) on July 12, 2022! This week’s movie is Tinker Bell. Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Life Line Screening will be at the Wildwoods Convention Center conducting stroke and heart disease medical screenings for the Wildwoods community from 10:00 am – 3:30 pm. This is not a free service and pre-registration is required. To schedule your appointment, please call 800.897.9177 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com/communitypartners.

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 13, 2022 musical act is Billy D. Light Trio (classic rock hits). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

Check out the Anglesea Night Market on July 14, 2022! Enjoy some of the best food from the region and everything North Wildwood has to offer! The event runs from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. and will feature award-winning food trucks, gourmet food vendors, high end crafters, live music, art and all of the excitement of the North Wildwood Entertainment District! Additional Night Markets will take place on July & August. For more dates and information call 609.318.4504 or visit AngleseaNightMarket.com.

FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, in North Wildwood featuring “Lights Out” (Tribute to Frankie Valli) at 8:00 p.m. on July 14, 2022. For more information call 609.522.7722 or 800.882.7787 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

There’s a live band and dance party every Thursday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood located at 3400 Pacific Avenue! Wear your dancing shoes and bring your chair or blanket in case you want to take a break! 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. July 14, 2022 live entertainment is Jamison Celtic Rock. Parking is always FREE for Byrne Plaza Events in the parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & drinks! We will meet you on the dance floor! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Live acoustic music on Thursday nights overlooking some of the best sunsets on the East Coast. Held at Sunset Lake Gazebo, Miami and New Jersey Avenues, in Wildwood Crest at 7:30 p.m. Tonight’s entertainment is TBA. For more info call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

Lifeguard races will be held on the beach at 15th Avenue in North Wildwood beginning at 6 p.m. Free to attend! For more information, call 609.522.7500 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

Start your weekend at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood at five Fun Fridays this summer! 3400 Pacific Avenue. There will be a live band, food and drink vendors, lawn games and more! Bring your chair and enjoy the FREE entertainment outdoors in Downtown Wildwood! This Friday, July 15, 2022 entertainment is Just In Time Trio! To keep the party going visit one of our great Downtown Wildwood restaurants and bars afterwards. Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

The Summer Wildwood event Jeep Invasion is the largest gathering of Jeeps in the Northeast with 2500 Jeeps in attendance, and over 100 of the industries top vendors. The entire event takes place on the beach. All Jeeps, and vendors are parked on the beach for this three day event, there is even a beach obstacle course run by Rausch Creek Off Road Park. The event is family friendly and has become a yearly vacation for many of our participants and vendors! All Jeeps must be pre-registered to park on the beach, there is no day of registration, however spectator admission is FREE. Friday night will feature a “Back the Blue” fundraiser at Naval Air Station Wildwood from 6 – 10 p.m. Donation is $10. For more information visit NJJeepInvasion.com

Annual wave riding competition for boys and girls ages 5-17 at 15th Avenue and the beach in North Wildwood. Registration begins at 9 a.m.; contest begins at 10 a.m. Prizes will be awarded for Most Creative, Longest and Best Overall Ride in different age categories. Must bring your own boogie board. For more information call 609.522.2955 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, in North Wildwood featuring “Classics” at 8:00 p.m. on July 16, 2022. For more information call 609.522.7722 or 800.882.7787 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 16, 2022 musical act is: ’70s Flashback. For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

Sterling Harbor Bait & Tackle presents the 29th Annual Duke of Fluke Tournament – South Jersey’s largest Fluke Tournament at 7:30 a.m. Live music, Pig Roast BBQ and Awards Ceremony start at 6 p.m. (Captain’s Meeting on Friday, July 15th at 7 p.m.) Entrance fee for participants. 609.729.1425 or visit SterlingHarbor.com.

Fundraising 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk which benefits the survivors of police/fire who died in the line of duty. ALL ARE WELCOME! Start time is 8:00 a.m. at the Greater Wildwood Elks Lodge, 1st & Olde New Jersey Avenues in North Wildwood. Registration is $30 for the 5K and $25 for the 1 Mile Walk. Register online. The first 300 participants receive t-shirts and awards will be presented to winners. All teams are welcome (for registered teams of 5, the first 3 score.) Individual awards will be for overall male & female, age groups male & female, 3 deep 19 & under, 20 – 29, 30-39, 40-40, 50-59, 60+. Team awards will be for Top 3 civilian, police & fire teams/5 members minimum fastest 3 score. For more information call 609.522.2030 ext.1503

Saturday & Sunday will feature youth and adult soccer teams from all over the East Coast competing in a barefoot soccer tournament. Games are played on the Wildwoods Beaches, between Spencer and Poplar Avenues. Over 1,000 teams will compete on the sand in one of the largest sand soccer tournament in the world! Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators. 7 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily. For more information or to register visit CapeExpress.com.

The Step Back Foundation is hosting the 3rd annual 3v3 basketball tournament at Allen Park in North Wildwood. This event will raise money for local student athletes and families in Wildwood. Age brackets include 5th & 6th grade, 7th & 8th grade, 9th – 12th grade, and 18 years and older. To register to compete click here. For more information call 609.972.5910 or visit thestepbackfoundation.com

Held at the Wildwoods Convention Center, this National Dance Competition will feature solos, duets, trios, small groups, large groups, lines and productions, ranging from amateur to experienced dancers. All performances are choreographed to music and are sure to amaze! Dancers from all over the country will be competing for cash and prizes. Dance competitions 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FREE admission! For more information call 413.568.4815 or visit SophisticatedProductions.com.

Wildwood Beach Patrol proudly hosts the Annual Beach Day with 21 Down from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The central meeting area will be at Lincoln Avenue and the beach at 10 a.m., in front of Wildwood Beach Patrol Headquarters, at the 20-foot guard tower dubbed “Tower X.” 21 Down is a non-profit, Down Syndrome awareness group serving families, educators and healthcare professionals of Atlantic and Cape May Counties. Their mission is to create awareness and acceptance of people with developmental disabilities while providing information, support and community events for their families. The Beach Day incorporates safe, guarded ocean play time for the children and families of 21 Down, as well as opportunities for interaction and educational opportunities with seasoned lifeguards as they discuss beach safety with attendees. Short breaks for lifeguard style relay races, lunch, cold beverages and ice cream are also provided as beach safety is reinforced. The Wildwood Beach Patrol, with the support of local community businesses, strives to create great Wildwood memories for these children and their families with the Beach Day event. For more information 21down.org

There’s a free family movie every Tuesday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood, 3400 Pacific Avenue! Gather your friends and family and bring your chair or blanket for a family movie under the stars. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark (8:20 p.m.) on July 19, 2022! This week’s movie is Horton Hears A Who! Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 20, 2022 musical act is The Mugshots (rock/pop hits). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, in North Wildwood featuring “Rod Stewart Tribute” at 8:00 p.m. on July 21, 2022. For more information call 609.522.7722 or 800.882.7787 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, in North Wildwood featuring “Real Diamond” (Tribute to Neil Diamond) at 8:00 p.m. on July 23, 2022. For more information call 609.522.7722 or 800.882.7787 or visit NorthWildwood.com.

Enjoy the Inaugural City of Wildwood Christmas in July Golf Cart parade from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on July 23, 2022. The parade route will include the Boardwalk and Pacific Avenue. A map of the parade route will be available close to the date. After the parade, head over to Fox Park to get a jump on your holiday shopping. Craft and food vendors will be set up until 6 p.m. Registration is free! To register your golf cart to be in the parade click here. For more information call 609.522.5837 or recreation-wildwoodnj.org

Fish for Life, a 501c3 program that takes special needs children fishing is expanding from the West Coast to the East Coast! 30 special needs children, 30 chaperones & 40 volunteers will board the 100ft sportfishing vessel “Atlantic Star” to enjoy a day of fishing……in grand style on Saturday, July 23, 2022! Opening ceremonies begin mid-morning to honor our special needs guests. After the speakers, a volunteer will say a prayer followed by the singing of the National Anthem and then we roll out a Red Carpet to individually introduce our honored guests and their chaperones. Fishing Teams are organized and once everyone is aboard, we depart to the theme song of the Pirates of the Caribbean. Seasoned anglers will teach the kids how to catch fish and a Marine Biologist will be aboard to bring an educational opportunity to the experience. Guests will enjoy entertainment surprises including (on occasion) a real live Mermaid and water-gun battle royale with a passing Pirate Ship! All Fish for Life trips are complementary to our guests & loving volunteers! For more information call 215.901.5905 or fishforlife.org

Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest. 7:30 p.m. FREE live music for the entire family featuring various artists. Bring a blanket or beach chair. July 23, 2022 musical act is: Gypsy Wisdom (pop, rock, R&B, and country). For more information call 609.523.0202 or visit wildwoodcrest.org

Merry “Christmas in July.” The lifeguards of the North Wildwood Beach Patrol will host a visit from Santa Claus along the North Wildwood Beach on Saturday, July 23, 2022. He will make stops along the way for family photos, and will have live holiday music and candy canes for all. Everyone is encouraged to decorate their beach space, and wear festive holiday attire to welcome Santa. The fun will occur between noon and 4 p.m. Updates about Santa’s visit will be posted on the North Wildwood Beach Patrol Facebook page. For more information call NWBP 609.522.7500.

he Borough of Wildwood Crest will host the 4th Annual Christmas in July Festival on Saturday, July 23, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will be held overlooking the bay at Sunset Lake along New Jersey Avenue from Stanton to Miami avenues. Come celebrate the Christmas season in the summertime with this family-oriented festival along Sunset lake. Live music with Jamison Celtic Rock (holiday-themed songs along with pop, rock and Irish), food, children and family activities. FREE photos with Santa! The festival will end with a boat parade in Sunset Lake. The event will also include a house-decorating contest for bayfront homes in the Sunset Lake area, with prizes going to the winners. Those interested in registering a boat or kayak for the parade or in participating in the house-decorating contest should email Maria at christmasjulyboatparade@gmail.com. Registration for both the boat parade and the house-decorating contest is free. Prizes will be awarded to all participants in the boat parade, with grand prizes to the best-decorated boats, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Prizes will also be awarded to the winners of the house-decorating contest. For more information about the Wildwood Crest Christmas in July Festival and Boat Parade visit wildwoodcrest.org or call 609.523.0202.

This tournament gives Field Hockey players of all ages a chance to enjoy the game in a new and exciting way. 5 v 5 teams from all over the East Coast and beyond compete on the beaches of Wildwood, NJ as well as enjoy the water parks and beach during the day and the famous Wildwood boardwalk and amusements in the evening. That’s because all participants receive 4-day Ride & Slide passes, good for all three amusement piers and both water parks for Friday-Monday of the event. Friends and family members of participants also receive steeply discounted passes. Divisions include middle school, high school JV, high school varsity, women’s 18+, and co-ed open. For more information, please visit moreyspiers.com/event/beach-hockey

There’s a free family movie every Tuesday night this summer at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood, 3400 Pacific Avenue! Gather your friends and family and bring your chair or blanket for a family movie under the stars. Movie starts as soon as it gets dark (8:15 p.m.)! This week’s movie is Luca. Parking is always free for Byrne Plaza Events in the Parking lots behind the shops; on the east side of Pacific Avenue, between Oak & Schellenger Avenues, and on the west side of Pacific, between Oak and Wildwood Avenues. Come Downtown early for dinner & ice cream! Stay in the know about everything happening in Downtown Wildwood by following us online at dooww.com and on facebook at Wildwood By The Sea. For more information call 609.523.1602 Please note – There will be no free movie on Tuesday 8/2 due to National Night Out. Free movies will resume on 8/9

A fun event for infants and toddlers (up to 2 years old) to show off their speedy crawling or “waddling” technique on the day before the official Wildwoods Baby Parade! The Baby Waddle takes place at 9:30 a.m. on the grassy circle in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center. Registration will begin at the circle at 9:00 a.m. Waddle begins at 9:30 a.m. SHARP! The contest is free. The first 40 entries will receive a sand bucket filled with fun prizes and one winner in each category will receive a special grand prize of passes to Morey’s Piers and Water Parks! Waddlers can pre-register here. Waddlers are encouraged to also participate in the official Wildwoods Baby Parade (a tradition since 1909!) the next day at 6 p.m. Pre-register for the Baby Parade here. For more information call 609.729.9000.

A Wildwoods tradition since 1909! Registration at Wildwoods Convention Center from 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. No entries accepted after 5:30 p.m. Judging occurs while participants are lined up. Line-up begins at 5:30 p.m. Parade steps off at 6 p.m. SHARP at the Wildwoods Convention Center and proceeds 10 blocks north on boardwalk to Cedar Avenue where we will turn left and announce the winners & present awards at the boardwalk extension across from Morey’s Piers Mariners Landing. FREE to register online or in-person the day of. Paid parking at the convention center’s daily rate. For more information call 609.729.9000

52nd Annual beach patrol competition between 15 South Jersey Beach Patrols sponsored by the Wildwood Beach Patrol honoring the memory of Captain Frank “Dutch” Hoffman at Lincoln Avenue Beach. 6:30 p.m. Competition in rescuseboards, rowing, swimming and running events. The Alumni Awards will take place after the awards ceremony. Please check with WBP Facebook page or WildwoodNJ.org. 609.522.8258

Join us for the Community Band By The Sea Performance at Bryne Plaza from 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. The concert will feature instrumentalists of all ages who will come together to support community band appreciation and engage in high quality music making opportunities by the Sea. Free. Rain date 7/31 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. For more information call 610.588.1884

Attention sneaker community! The Jus Nice Sneaker Convention is a chance for the ever growing SneakerHead community to buy, sell, and trade some of the most unique and high in demand sneakers. This event is for ALL AGES and will be held inside the Wildwoods Convention Center from noon until 5 p.m. Come have a great time and get your shoe game rite! There will also be lots of giveaways. Tickets are available here. For more information call 609.305.3658 or visit JusNiceSneakerConvention.com.

It’s the largest beach Frisbee tournament in the world celebrating 30 years in 2022, featuring more than 500 teams from all over the globe! This annual event is held on the beach from Oak Avenue to Rio Grande Avenue. Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The tournament is a 4-on-4 team competition for players of all skill levels, ages 18 and over. FREE to spectators. For more information or to register, visit WWBeachUltimate.com.