After-School Movies: Back to the Future
Wednesday, May 24 at 3 p.m.
Ocean City Library – Room N110
Come see a free movie. Free snacks – bring a friend!
Lower Township Summer Kickoff and Top Gun: Maverick
Friday, May 26 from 5:30 to 9 p.m.
Millman Center, 209 Bayshore Road in Villas
Enjoy live music by Cellar Sessions, food trucks, face painter, bounce houses, vendors, and the featured outdoor movie, Top Gun: Maverick. The movie will begin at 7:30 p.m. Bring your own blanket or beach chair. Presented by Lower Township Department of Parks and Recreation – Sponsored by the Lower Cape Alliance and GCADA
Ocean City Unlocking of the Ocean and “Business Persons” Plunge
Friday, May 26 from 12 to 1 p.m.
Moorlyn Terrace St. Beach
Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season.
Wildwoods Unlocking the Ocean Ceremony
Friday, May 26 at 12 p.m.
Beach next to the Wildwoods Convention Center
Come join us to officially start the summer season on the beach next to the Wildwoods Convention Center at noon. A large, ornate key will be used to ‘unlock’ the ocean, along with tourism and city officials, and guest speakers.
Wildwoods International Kite Festival
Thursday to Sunday, May 26 to 29
Beach at Rio Grande Avenue
The colorful festival returns! Swing by all weekend to see the kites. There will be a Friday Night Social via the local kite club, and a 9 p.m. Illuminated Night Kite Fly. Saturday includes the Silent and Loud Auctions. Saturday and Sunday include the flying of large inflatable kites, team flying, as well as family games. Monday features the World Indoor Kite Exhibition inside the Wildwoods Convention Center.
Stone Harbor Beach Opening Ceremony and Color Run
Saturday, May 27 at 10 a.m.
95th Street Beach, Stone Harbor
Come to Stone Harbor for this annual tradition. The opening ceremony takes place on 95th Street beach – the Color Run begins at 10 am, with registration starting at 9 a.m.
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market – Opening Day
Saturday, May 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave.
Each week you will find over 60 vendors offering fresh farm goods including produce, plants, cut flowers & honey, all kinds of baked goods including gluten free items, specialty foods like pickles, jerky, guacamole & meals to go, wine, beer, craft spirits, sandwiches, drinks, soaps, candles, jewelry, personalized items, home goods, clothing, gifts, signs, dog treats & apparel, and so much more!
Wildwood Boardwalk Craft Show
Saturday and Sunday, May 27 and 28
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Ave.
Come to the annual Memorial Day Craft Show to see artisans, handmade craft items, boutique items, gifts, and more. On Saturday, the show is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m, – On Sunday, it lasts from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wildwood Crest Summer Kick-Off Concert
Sunday, May 28 at 7 p.m.
Centennial Park, E Fern Rd.
The Crest kicks off a summer of free concerts with a first performance from “Coast 2 Coast,” a creative cover band with a flair for originality spanning genres that include pop, R&B, jazz, soul, alternative, funk, dance, hip-hop, and reggae.
Stone Harbor Farmer’s Market – Opening Day
Sunday, May 28 from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
95th Street & 2nd Avenue, Stone Harbor
The annual farmers market returns! Come to the water tower and see what local fresh fruits, foods, and specialties are available from vendors across Cape May County. This market has a bigger focus on food than other markets in the area, so come with an empty stomach.
Stone Harbor Turtle Trot 5K & 2 Mile Fun Walk
Sunday, May 28 at 8 a.m.
96th Street, Stone Harbor
Join the Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce for their annual Memorial Day Weekend Turtle Trot! A portion of the proceeds will be donated to The Terrapin Conservation Program at The Wetlands Program. Sign up at RaceRoster.com
Atlantic Brass Band in Cape May
Sunday, May 28 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Rotary Park in Cape May
The Atlantic Brass Brand will play patriotic music at the Rotary Park bandstand as part of the city’s Memorial Day celebrations. The rain location is Cape May Convention Hall.
Mark Kostabi in Stone Harbor
Saturday and Sunday, May 27 and 28
Ocean Galleries, 9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the contemporary artistic legend Mark Kostabi and experience this newly curated body of work, which is nothing short of extraordinary. Come meet him for free.
Strawberry Festival in Stone Harbor
Sunday, May 28 from 6 to 8 p.m.
St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 9425 3rd Ave, Stone Harbor
Come enjoy Springer’s Ice Cream and other strawberry desserts!
After-School Movies: Ant-Man & the Wasp: Quantumania
Wednesday, May 31 at 3 p.m.
Ocean City Library – Room N110
Come see a free movie. Free snacks – bring a friend!
North Wildwood Blood Drive
Wednesday, May 31 from 2 to 7 p.m.
North Wildwood Rec. Center
There is almost ALWAYS a blood shortage – come help save a life by donating precious blood.