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7/22 |
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Boardwalk Craft Show
The Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue. All handmade products. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Daily. Free. 609.522.0378 or 609.522.0198 |
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8/20 |
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Wildwood Talent Showcase
Wildwood Bandshell @ Schellenger Avenue & the Boardwalk, Wildwood. 7 p.m. Dancers ages 6 - 18 perform. Free. 413.454.4523 |
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8/27 |
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Irish Pipe & Drum Brigades
Authentic Irish Pipe and Drum Brigade parade on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or www.dowildwood.com. |
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8/28 |
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Boardwalk Parades
The Wildwoods Boardwalk. Various strolling musical entertainment. Tuesday night performances vary between the Drum and Bugle performances or the Main Stage Harmony Performers. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. FREE. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com |
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8/31 |
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Fireworks on the Beach
Every Friday - On the Beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. Summer fireworks extravaganza. 10 p.m. 609.523.1602 or www.dowildwood.com (No fireworks on Friday, July 2nd.) |
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7/4 |
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Fourth of July Beach 'n Boardwalk Patriotic Run/Walk
9 a.m. - 11 a.m. The 5K Fun Run will begin at the Wildwoods Sign and travel North to the Wildwoods Convention Center and then down the boardwalk extension to the beach. The route will run South and continue on the hard packed sand to Primrose Avenue in Wildwood Crest, looping back to the Wildwoods Convention Center for the completion of the race. The 1 Mile Walk will go down the Wildwoods Boardwalk to Cresse Avenue and back to the Wildwoods Convention Center. Awards for Top Finishers and Most Patriotic Dressed in Family, Adult, Child and Baby. All funds raised from this event will be used to help maintain the Wildwoods Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Registration will take place from 7 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. at the Wildwoods Convention Center. $25 for adults; $10 for students 18 and younger. Shirts for all participants who pre-register at http://www.WildwoodsWall.com/5k. For more information call John Lynch at 609-849-8887. |
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7/4 |
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Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band FREE Summer Concert!
"Changes in Latitudes"- a Jimmy Buffett tribute band performing at Fox Park, Ocean and Burk Avenues, Wildwood at 6 p.m. Bring your own blanket or beach chair and prepare for some great family fun! FREE! 609.729.9000 |
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7/4 |
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Fourth of July Fireworks Display
On the Beach at Pine Avenue, Wildwood. Special holiday fireworks extravaganza sponsored by the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA). 10 p.m. Free. Visible from almost anywhere in the Wildwoods! 609.729.9000 |
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7/4 |
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Independence Day Parade
Check in from 8 – 8:45 a.m. Parade begins at 9 a.m. at 15th and Atlantic Avenues, North Wildwood and proceeds to 2nd Avenue. Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes in red, white and blue theme. Free. 609.522.2955 or northwildwood.com |
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7/4 |
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Morey's Piers Curley Fry Festival
Morey's Piers will bring their annual "Curley Fry Festival" to the boardwalk at Surfside Pier. Besides enjoying a variety of featured boardwalk fare, the kids will enjoy face painters and stilt walkers. Noon to 4 p.m. 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com |
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8/29 |
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Duffy String Band Performances
Duffy String Band performs on the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 16th Street to the Wildwoods Convention Center. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com. |
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Live Music at Centennial Park
Fern Rd and Ocean Ave., Wildwood Crest. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Live music for the entire family. FREE 609.523.0202 or www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. Featured artists are to be announced. |
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7/26 |
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Musical Entertainment/Marching Bands-Tuesdays
Musical groups/marching bands parade on Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. FREE. 609.523.1602 or www.dowildwood.com |
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Philadelphia Mummers Parade Performances
Performances vary between the two string bands on the Wildwoods Boardwalk. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. 609.523.1602 or http://www.dowildwood.com. |
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9/1 |
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Doo Wop Back to the '50s Tours
Tour leaves from the front of the Doo Wop Experience Museum on Ocean Avenue, Wildwood. 7 p.m. Recently voted the best tour in Southern New Jersey by readers of the South Jersey Magazine, it's a guided trolley tour showcases the Wildwoods' fabulous collection of mid-century architecture. Admission fee $12 adults, $6 children. 609.523.1958 or www.doowopusa.org. |
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7/6 |
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Cape May County Lifeguard Championship
On the beach at Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. 6 p.m. Beach patrols from Cape May County compete Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol. FREE. 609.522.3825 or http://www.wcbp.org. |
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Sport Card, Comic Book and Toy Expo
Wildwoods Convention Center. Collectibles, memorabilia and guest star appearances. Featuring 100+ tables of the hottest collectibles on the planet! Sports Cards, old and new, Toys, Comic Books, Starting Line-ups, McFarlane Figures, Non-Sports Cards, Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Beanie Babies, wax boxes, supplies, autographed memorabilia, sets, posters, coins, t-shirts, trains, dolls and much more! Fri: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Mon: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Free admission! 732.422.9365 or www.RKSportsPromotions.com |
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8/31 |
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Fireworks on the Beach
Summer fireworks extravaganza on the beach at Pine Avenue in Wildwood, every Friday night! Visible from almost anywhere in the Wildwoods! 10 p.m. Free. 609.523.1602 or http://www.DoWildwood.com |
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9/1 |
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North Wildwood Concerts Under the Stars Series
FREE live entertainment at the Lou Booth Amphitheatre, 2nd & Ocean Avenues, North Wildwood. 8 p.m. Rain or shine. 609.522.7722, 800.882.7787or visit |
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Fourth of July Weekend FREEdom Festival
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Gazebo, Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue: Crafters of all kinds, food, live entertainment and children's activities. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue: FREE concerts! FREE parking will be available at Myrtle Road and Ocean Avenue for both the craft show and the concerts. 609-523-0202 or http://www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. |
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Maritime Festival at Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Meet maritime authors and historians, pirates, shipwrecks and men of the sea! Listen, learn and sing songs of the sea. Music and fun for the entire family. Festival is FREE. Entrance fee to tour the lighthouse. 609.522.4520 or http://www.herefordlighthousefestival.org |
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Moreys Piers Coastin' by the Ocean
Morey's Piers welcomes amusement ride enthusiasts from all over the world during Coastin' by the Ocean - an exciting and informative annual social gathering designed for members of amusement park related clubs and their guests. Amusement ride enthusiast clubs connect individuals who are passionate about thrill rides, as well as connoisseurs of technical information and the rich history of amusement parks. This three-day weekend offers exclusive ride times, a behind the scenes tour and beach camping. 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com |
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7/7 |
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Moreys Piers On Stage Dance Expo
Mariners Landing Pier. Moreys Piers invite dancers to perform on the coolest stage at the Jersey Shore. 609.522.3900 or www.MoreysPiers.com |
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7/8 |
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Cape May County Lifeguard Championships
On the beach at Rambler Road, Wildwood Crest. 6 p.m. Beach patrols from Cape May County compete Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol. FREE 609.522.3825 or www.wcbp.org. |
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7/9 |
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Annual Swim for the Dolphins
On the beach at Rambler Road. 6 p.m. One-mile ocean swim competition for beach patrol members and the general public. Proceeds benefit the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine. Hosted by the Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol. Fee required for participants, FREE for spectators. 609-522-3825 or www.wcbp.org, or www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. |
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7/14 |
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Dance Xplosion National Finals Dance Competition
Wildwoods Convention Center. National dance competition finals from studios all over the country competing for cash and prizes. 7 a.m. - 11 p.m. daily. FREE admission! For additional information call 516.781.3400 or visit http://www.DanceXplosionTalent.com. |
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7/15 |
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Anglesea Blues Festival
2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood. Fri: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Enjoy regional and national acts on an outdoor stage and in neighboring clubs and pubs. Free to spectators. 609.523.6565 or http://www.angleseablues.com/mainstage.html. |
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7/13 |
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Beschen-Callahan Memorial Lifeguard Races
On the beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 6 p.m. Free. 609.522.7500. |
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7/15 |
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New Jersey State BBQ Championship
2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues, and surrounding pubs in North Wildwood. Experience the Best in Barbeque & Blues at this exciting three day festival. Live cooking demonstrations, incredible food and top regional and national blues acts on our FREE main stage. Fri: 4 p.m. - 11 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 609.523.6565 or www.njbbq.com |
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7/15 |
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Cape Express More Beach Blast
Friday night registration at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Youth and adult soccer teams from all over the East Coast compete in a barefoot soccer tournament. Games played on the Wildwoods Beaches, between Cedar and Poplar Avenues. Sat: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. http://www.CapeExpress.com |
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7/14 |
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Antique Car Show
The Jersey Cape Region Antique Automobile Club of America will sponsor an Antique Car Show 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the boardwalk between 16th and 26th Avenues in North Wildwood. For more information call Councilman Robert McCullion at 609.522.6442. |
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Boogie Board Races
Wave riding competition for boys and girls ages 5 - 18 at 15th & the beach. Registration 9 a.m., contest 10 a.m. Prizes awarded, must bring your own board. www.northwildwood.com or 609.522.2955 |
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7/15 |
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Wildwood Cornhole Tournament
The bags will fly on the Wildwoods beach (between Wildwood & Oak Avenues) during this double elimination tournament. Teams of two will compete in the popular tailgating bean bag toss game. We will hold 2 tournaments on Saturday (11 a.m. & 2 p.m.) for a chance to win a custom corn hole set at each tournament. Saturday's event is $20 per team per tournament. All ages are eligible to register. Sunday hosts the main event for over $1,000 in cash prizes. This tournament will start at 10:30 a.m. and costs $40 per team of two if pre-registered or $45 at the door. 609.729.8870 or http://www.wildwoodcornhole.com |
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Sidewalk Chalk Competition
8th Street field, 8th & Central Avenue, North Wildwood. Chalk drawing competition for all ages at 8th Street field. Prizes awarded. Register day of event from 9 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Awards presented at 11 a.m. For more info call 609.522.2955 or visit www.NorthWildwood.com. FREE. |
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Annual Duke of Fluke Fishing Tournament
Sterling Harbor Marina, Rio Grande Avenue, Shawcrest. South Jersey's largest Fluke Tournament. 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance fee for participants. 609.729.1425 or www.sterlingharbor.com |
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7/15 |
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Morey's Piers Beach Lacrosse Tournament
This is one of the only Beach Lacrosse Tournaments in the world. This tournament gives lacrosse players of all ages a chance to enjoy the game in a new and exciting way. Teams from all over the East Coast and beyond compete on the beaches at Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. TOURNAMENT: Games are 5 vs. 5, 4 field players plus a goalie, with a maximum of 10 players per team. Each game will have two 18 minute halves with a 4 minute break. Fields are 30 yards by 40 yards. Each team will play 3 games with a 4th possible Final game (weather and other unforeseen conditions permitting). Divisions will run from U9 - U18, Men's Open and Women's Open. Sat: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 609.522.3900 or www.MoreysPiers.com |
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7/20 |
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Sophisticated Productions National Dance Competition
Wildwoods Convention Center, Wildwood. National Dance competition. Free admission to spectators. Competitors fees. Dance competition 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Daily. 413.568.4815 or sophisticatedproductions.com. |
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7/16 |
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Drum Corp Competition
Maxwell Field, Youngs and Park Blvd, Wildwood. Drum and Bugle Competition featuring the Hawthorne Cabelleros Drum & Bugle Corps. 6 p.m. Admission fee. 609.522.2444 |
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7/18 |
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Miss North Wildwood Competition
Coconut Cove Restaurant (formerly Sunset Bay Restaurant),400 Spruce Ave., North Wildwood. Teen competition and luncheon. Pre-registration is required.Noon. 609.374.0562 or 609.780.5746. http://www.northwildwood.com |
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7/21 |
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Eastern Surfing Association SJ District Contest #5
On the 12th Avenue surfing beach, North Wildwood. ESA surf contest. Entrance fee for participants.7 a.m. - 5 p.m. 609.884.5277 or http://www.snj.surfesa.org (no surf date July 28th) |
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7/21 |
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NJ State Crab Festival
Ice House Restaurant, 4415 Park Blvd., Wildwood. Noon - 10 p.m. "Crabby" fun for all ages! Entertainment, vendors and crabs cooked to order. Blue claw crabs, beer garden, crabby bloody marys, face painters, balloon designer, and crab races for the kids. Live outdoor entertainment! 609.522.0033 or http://www.njcrabfestivalicehouse.com |
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7/23 |
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Moreys Piers A Closer Walk Christian Youth Event
Morey's Piers, Schellenger Avenue, Wildwood. Youth groups and families are invited to join us for a weekend of camping on the beach. Live Christian music and worship services. Entrance fee for participants. 609.522.3900 or http://www.MoreysPiers.com.html |
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Mid-Summer Festival and Craft Show
Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue Gazebo-by-the-Sea area. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. Crafters of all kinds, food, live entertainment, children?s activities. Free. 609.523.0202 or www.visitwildwoodcrest.com. |
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Delia's Clothing Sale
Wildwoods Convention Center. Discounted tees, hoodies, jeans, shorts, swimwear, footwear, pants, sweaters, skirts, outerwear, roomwares, accessories and so much more! 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. July 26 through August 4. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on August 5. FREE admission! For more information call 609.729.9000. |
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7/24 |
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Greater Wildwoods Christmas in July Boat Parade
Enjoy this spectacle of lights and sounds that brings the spirit of Christmas to the Intercoastal Waterways in the middle of Summer. 7:30 p.m. 609.729.5501 or www.wildwoodboatparade.com. |
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7/28 |
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Blackthorn in Concert on Wildwoods Beach
FREE Beach concert sponsored by the City of Wildwood as part of the Centennial Celebration featuring Blackthorn! On the beach south of the Wildwoods Convention Center. 1 p.m. Bring a blanket or beach chair! 609.522.2444 or http://www.wildwoodnj.org. |
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7/28 |
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Christmas in July Boat Parade in the Wildwoods
Parade begins at 7:30 p.m. at Shawcrest Marina with the lead boat Bitten VI, then proceeds to West Wildwood, Ottens Harbor, then Sunset Lake and ends at Lighthouse Pointe. A fun family event for boaters and spectators. Registration is free...all boaters welcome. The parade sponsored by Coors Light, can be seen anywhere on the route. Prizes awarded for the two best decorated boats. Party at the end of the parade at Lighthouse Pointe featuring live entertainment with Mr. Moose. |
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7/28 |
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WWE in the Wildwoods
WWE is returning to the Wildwoods! Come see your favorite WWE SUPERSTARS in action at the Wildwoods Convention Center's Oceanfront Arena. Showtime and match info to follow. http://www.wwe.com |
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King of the Court Soccer Tennis Tournament
Get Ready, King of the Court Soccer Tennis Tournament is Coming to Wildwood! A 2 vs. 2 soccer tournament that takes place on a tennis court will provide great entertainment & cash prizes for all ages & abilities! Register Online at www.kingofthecourt.net! |
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7/29 |
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Annual Co-Ed Beach Ultimate Frisbee Tournament
On the beach from Poplar Avenues to Roberts Avenue, Wildwood. 20th annual event this year! A 4-on-4 team competition for players of all levels. 18 and over. Sat. & Sun: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free to spectators. 856.696.9705 or http://www.wildwoodultimate.com. |
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Annual Sandblast Beach Run
On the beach at 15th Avenue, North Wildwood. 2-miler - 6:45 p.m. 5-miler -7 p.m. Proceeds to benefit Wildwood Catholic High School Cross Country and Track programs. Entrance fee for participants. Free to spectators. 609.522.8581 or www.sandblastbeachrun.net. |
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Handcraft Unlimited Christmas in July Craft Show
The Wildwoods Convention Center. Quality crafters. Crafts featured include country, modern, primitive, folk art and much more! Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission $3. Children 12 and under are free. For more information please call 717.656.4849 or visit www.handcraft-unlimited.com. |
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Christmas in July with Santa Claus
15th & the Beach. 1 p.m. Santa gives out candy canes. Music and more! FREE. 609.522.7500 |
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National Night Out-North Wildwood
8th Avenue Field, North Wildwood. A yearly event that offers an ideal opportunity to build neighborhood unity and strengthen police-community partnerships in a continuing effort to build a better City and safer America 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. FREE BBQ, games, snow cones, various activities for children include dunk tank, hourly giveaways. Movie begins at 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the City of North Wildwood Police Department. |
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