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Discover What's Happening in Cape May

a full calendar of events

Celebrate a milestone year in Cape May.

Be part of the moments everyone will be talking about.

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Spring Crafts & Collectibles Show photo

Spring Crafts & Collectibles Show

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Support local artisans as you shop for unique handmade goods.

Cape May City Open House photo

Cape May City Open House

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Gain insight from Cape May's boards, commissions, and advisory committees.

Cape May Stage photo

2026 Broadway Series: Tap Into Soul

Saturday, May 23, 2026

An electrifying concert experience led by the dynamic Solomon Jaye.

Cape May Music Festival Concert: Atlantic Brass Band photo

Atlantic Brass Band

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Enjoy this annual free concert of rousing American music!

The Gardens of Cape May Tour photo

The Gardens of Cape May Tour

Saturday, May 16, 2026

An enchanting day designed to bring garden dreams to life.

Beach Clean Up photo

Beach Clean Up

Thursday, May 21, 2026

A community volunteer event to help keep the beaches of Cape May clean and beautiful.

National Historic Landmark at 50: A Seaside Celebration photo

National Historic Landmark at 50: A Seaside Celebration

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Celebrate 50 years of national recognition, honoring Cape May’s remarkable preservation legacy.

Memorial Day Remembrance photo

Memorial Day Remembrance

Sunday, May 25, 2026

A meaningful tribute featuring reflection, gratitude, and community unity.

Garden Club of Cape May Flower Show photo

Garden Club of Cape May Flower Show

Saturday, May 16, 2026

An explosion of floral and horticultural interpretations.

Hello Summer! Free Concert on the Beach featuring AM Gold photo

Hello Summer! Free Concert on the Beach featuring AM Gold

Friday, May 22, 2026

Kick off the season with smooth classics and feel-good favorites on the sand.

Cape May Stage photo

Cape May Stage Day

Sunday, May 24, 2026

A joyful community gathering marking the official start of our new season.

Local's Night on the Washington Street Mall photo

Local's Night on the Washington Street Mall

Friday, May 29, 2026

Enjoy discounts, promotions, and refreshments from participating merchants—plus free parking and live music!

Continuous Events

Boat & Nature Tours

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

Trolley Tours

Take a guided tour the easy and comfortable way.

Group Fitness

Break a sweat with energizing group fitness classes.

Cape May: First and Only Exhibit

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

Having Our Say: ​The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years by East Lynne Theater Company

Two sisters. One century. An American story.

Camp Cape May

Packed with creativity, outdoor games, new friendships, and unforgettable memories!

Kalamazoo at Cape May Stage

A warm, witty, and deeply touching romantic comedy about second chances and the courage to begin again.

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

The Martians are coming... to New Jersey!

Walking & Golf Cart Tours

Enjoy the outdoors with these specialty tours!

Community Center Programming

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

Revolutionary Cape May Exhibit

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

Twilight Yoga & Meditation on the Beach

Unwind where the ocean meets the sunset.

Music in the Park

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

Family Fun Craft Shows at the Lighthouse

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

Funny Girls by East Lynne Theater Company

The women who stood up and changed stand-up.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit

Enter a holiday wonderland and feel like a child again.

House Tours

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

Aquatic Programs

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

Music on the Mall

Enjoy the sweet sounds of local music!

What the Constitution Means to Me at Cape May Stage

This Tony Award–nominated work invites audiences into a lively, thought-provoking conversation.

Summer Nature Camps at the Nature Center

Sharing the wonders of nature with your child.

Together Off-Broadway: Merman & Martin in Concert

Before they were legends, they were friends.

Lunar Eclipse by East Lynne Theater Company

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

Fully Committed by East Lynne Theater Company

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

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