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Cape May Oyster Festival photo

Cape May Oyster Festival

Saturday, August 29, 2026

Come down to Cape May for an annual oyster festival featuring oysters farms from across New Jersey.

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Car, Truck & Cycle Show photo

Car, Truck & Cycle Show

Saturday, September 5, 2026

200 cool and classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles, and over 1,000 spectators.

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Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb photo

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb

Thursday, September 10, 2026

Climb the historic Cape May Lighthouse for stunning nighttime views under the stars.

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Froth Blowing Competition photo

Froth Blowing Competition

Sunday, September 13, 2026

The crowning of the United States National Froth Blowing Champion.

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Lunch & Learn: A Chain of Rebels: Frank Furness -> Louis Sullivan -> Frank Lloyd Wright

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

The lecture contrasts each of their landmarks with the “conventional” architecture they were rebelling against.

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Bocce Ball Kickoff photo

Bocce Ball Kickoff

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Come celebrate the opening of Cape May's new bocce ball courts!

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Patriot Day Ceremony photo

Patriot Day Ceremony

Friday, September 11, 2026

Join us as we honor and remember those lost, and recognize the bravery and sacrifice of first responders and heroes.

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Lunch & Learn: Beyond the Beaches: The Fishing Industry of Cape May

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

The lecture contrasts each of their landmarks with the “conventional” architecture they were rebelling against.

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Rich Reinhart Junior Clamshell Pitching Tournament photo

Rich Reinhart Junior Clamshell Pitching Tournament

Friday, September 4, 2026

Young competitors showcase skill, teamwork, and beachside fun.

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Summer Send Off

Sunday, September 6, 2026

An unforgettable evening of live music and a family-friendly film under the stars.

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Colonial House Garden Party photo

Colonial House Garden Party

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Celebrate Cape May history, featuring light refreshments and the inaugural Carolyn Pitts Day in a charming historic setting.

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Local's Summer Bike Ride

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Join the community for a family-friendly bike ride!

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Continuous Events

Continuous Events

Boat & Nature Tours

Explore Cape May’s coastal beauty with boat and nature tours, including scenic cruises on the Delaware Bay.

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Cape May Food Tours

Cape May's original food walking tour.

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Trolley Tours

Take a guided tour the easy and comfortable way.

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Group Fitness

Break a sweat with energizing group fitness classes.

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Cape May: First and Only Exhibit

A once-in-a lifetime exhibit dedicated to celebrating two remarkable and important Cape May anniversaries.

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Music in the Park

Come enjoy an evening of live music in the heart of Cape May!

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Family Fun Craft Shows at the Lighthouse

Unique local vendors, craft stations for kids, and outdoor games.

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Lunar Eclipse by East Lynne Theater Company

In the shadow of the moon, everything comes to light.

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Department 56 Halloween Exhibit

Nearly 100 pieces and accessories will be on exhibit!

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Murder for Two: The Holiday Edition at Cape May Stage

The perfect holiday laugh-out-loud escape.

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Fully Committed by East Lynne Theater Company

Everyone wants a table. No one takes no for an answer.

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Live Music in Bars & Restaurants

Enjoy live music throughout Cape May, with performances in local bars and restaurants from day into night.

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House Tours

Physick House Museum tours as well as seasonal multi-property tours around Victorian Cape May.

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Community Center Programming

A place where everyone can come to hang and kids can come to play!

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Revolutionary Cape May Exhibit

Learn about Cape May’s little-known naval role in the American War of Independence.

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Howard Street Ramble

Delivering a mix of roots, rock, folk, and soul in a setting that captures the heart of Cape May.

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Summer Nature Camps at the Nature Center

Sharing the wonders of nature with your child.

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Kalamazoo at Cape May Stage

A warm, witty, and deeply touching romantic comedy.

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Your Name Means Dream at Cape May Stage

Bold, moving, and deeply human.

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Scarecrow Alley

Walk the grounds and vote for your favorite ghoulishly gruesome or foolishly funny scarecrow.

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An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit

Enter a holiday wonderland and feel like a child again.

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Walking & Golf Cart Tours

Enjoy the outdoors with these specialty tours!

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Food & Drink Events at Restaurants/Bars

From wine dinners and to seasonal dining experiences, there's always something worth raising a glass to.

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Aquatic Programs

Stay active year-round with aquatic programs at the Cape May Elementary School pool.

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Music on the Mall

Enjoy the sweet sounds of local music!

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Twilight Yoga & Meditation on the Beach

Unwind where the ocean meets the sunset.

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Monday Night Carnival

Join Congress Hall for fairground favorites!

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Clueless at the Physick Estate

A “whodunit” similar to the popular board game.

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Wee Play

A special one-on-one time for parents/guardians and toddlers.

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War of the Worlds: The Panic Broadcast by East Lynne Theater Company

The Martians are coming... to New Jersey!

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Winter Wonderland at Congress Hall

Each holiday season, historic Congress Hall transforms into a beautiful Winter Wonderland.

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