We gathered all of the patriotic events happening around Cape May County. There are lots of fireworks, festivals, and other things happening in nearly every town in the county.
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4th of July Boardwalk Craft Show
Saturday, July 1 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday & Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Rio Grande Avenue in Wildwood
Artisans, handmade craft items, boutique items, gifts & more!
Historic Cold Spring Village Independence Day Festivities
Saturday and Sunday, July 1 and 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Rd, Cape May
The Village’s restored historic buildings will be open, featuring demonstrations of early American trades and crafts. Chat with Ben Franklin and learn about his latest inventions in the Spicer-Leaming House. Throughout the day at the Dennisville Inn, John and Jan Haigis will perform colonial-era music, and there will be a Militia Muster for children ages 5 to 12.
Lower Township Independence Day Festival & Fireworks
Monday, July 3, festival begins at 5 p.m. and fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
On the Bayfront in North Cape May
Rides, food, and entertainment!
Americana Family Fun Night: Mickey & Minnie Celebrate the 4th
Monday, July 3 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Excursion Park, 2 41st St, Sea Isle City
Guests will enjoy an interactive LIVE performance featuring your favorite characters! Additional activities for the families on the ground as well! LIVE by the beach!
Ocean City Pops Independence Day Concert
Monday, July 3 and 4 at 8 p.m.
Carey Stadium, behind Ocean City High School
Our legendary local orchestra will perform two concerts full of patriotic classics and audience favorites in honor of our nation’s birthday. The Carey Stadium concert will give people of all ages a chance to hear what a true local resource we have here in town. Bring a beach chair or blanket to sit on the field, and there will be seating available in the bleachers.
Ocean City Parades
Tuesday, July 4 at 10 a.m.
Locations for each parade listed below
The free South Ocean City Bike Parade encourages riders to dress themselves and their bicycles in the spirit of the holiday. It will start at 10 a.m. Tuesday with registration starting at 9 a.m. in the Our Lady of Good Counsel parking lot at 40th Street and Asbury Avenue.
Registration for the Gardens Civic Association Bike Parade starts at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 4 in the parking lot at the foot of the Ocean City-Longport toll bridge. The route makes its way to East Atlantic Boulevard with a finish near Beach Road. The parade begins at 10 a.m. with refreshments at the finish.
Kite Flying Competition
Tuesday, July 4 at 7 p.m.
Beach by Music Pier on Ocean City
Participation in the event is free with registration at the Music Pier. A yo-yo demonstration outside the Music Pier will follow the kite contest.
Ocean City Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4 at 9 p.m.
Visible throughout Ocean City, best views near Music Pier
Sea Isle Fourth of July Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4 from 9:15 to 9:30 p.m.
10 50th St, Sea Isle City
View our fantastic firework show from anywhere on the island. Hear Patriotic Music along the promenade during the show.
Cape May Independence Day Fireworks
Tuesday, July 4 at 9:30 p.m.
Perry Street and Beach Ave in Cape May
Come see fireworks on the Cape May beach!
Avalon 4th of July Fireworks!
Tuesday, July 4 at ~8:45 p.m.
Avalon Dunes and Beach Trails
Fireworks on the Beach!
Middle Township 4th of July Celebration
Tuesday, July 4 at 6 p.m.
626 Goshen Road, Cape May Court House
Games, live music, and fireworks at dusk
July 4th Field Day & Phillies Home Run Derby
Tuesday, July 4 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Stone Harbor Recreation Field, 8100 Second Ave
Stone Harbor Independence Day Fireworks!
Tuesday July 4 from 9 to 9:30 p.m.
Stone Harbor
Watch from any beachfront!
Downtown Wildwood July 4th Party
Tuesday, July 4 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Byrne Plaza
Celebrate Independence Day in Downtown Wildwood with The Big House Band and a dance party.
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular on the Wildwoods Boardwalk
Tuesday, July 4 at 10 p.m.
The Wildwood Boardwalk, visible throughout
Celebrate Independence Day on the Wildwoods Boardwalk and enjoy the 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular!
Independence Day Family Parade
Tuesday, July 4, Registration takes place from 8:15 to 8:45 a.m. and the parade begins at 9 a.m.
9th and Atlantic Avenues, North Wildwood
Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes wagons, strollers, scooters and low speed vehicles in red, white and blue theme.
Wildwoods Patriotic Parades + Pooch Parade
Tuesday, July 4 at 9 a.m.
Starts 9th and Atlantic Avenues, the bike / stroller / LSV parade joins the Pooch Parade at 8th & Atlantic Avenues and proceeds north to 1st & Surf Avenues, Wildwood
Prizes awarded for the best decorated bikes, strollers, scooters, golf carts etc. in red, white and blue theme.
Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series – Special 4th of July Show
Tuesday, July 4 at 7 p.m., Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Centennial Park, Fern Road and Ocean Avenue, Wildwood Crest
FREE live music for the entire family featuring “The Chatterband”. Bring a blanket or beach chair.