1. Cape May’s 1st Annual Paddy’s Day Polar Bear Plunge & 5K
Friday, March 17 and Saturday, March 18
Cape May
The festivities begin Friday night with a bar crawl starting at 6 p.m. at Jackson & Decatur streets. After the bar crawl, Carney’s will hold a King & Queen Costume Contest. The next morning at 9 a.m., head back to Carney’s for Kegs & Eggs. Breakfast is complimentary for all participants, and walk-ins are welcome with payment. The 5K Run/Walk begins at 11 a.m., and the march to the ocean led by the King & Queen begins at 1 p.m. Then, it’s plunge time! Cost of registration for both the 5K and the plunge is $25 for early registration, $30 for day-of registration and $15 for kids 14 and under. Register early online at www.carneysnj.com. Register on Friday from 12 to 9 p.m. at Carney’s. Register for the 5K and plunge on Saturday from 8:30 10:45 a.m., or register for just the plunge from 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m.; both registrations will be located on the Promenade across from Carney’s. An after party will be held at Carney’s at 2 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Family Promise of Cape May County. For more information, visit www.carneysnj.com or email sean@carneysnj.com.
2. Search for Clues Tour – Sherlock Holmes Weekend
Friday, March 17 to Sunday, March 19
Throughout Cape May
Join Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. Watson for a weekend of mystery and intrigue in “Sherlock Holmes and the Case of The Discarded Woman.” Stalk the gaslit streets in search of clues and compete for the $250 grand prize and a variety of other valuable gifts as you attempt to solve the mystery. Full weekend packages are available for $200 per couple or $105 per person and include the welcome reception, performances, tour, luncheon and gift. Weekend overnight packages are also available. The Search for Clues tour on Saturday can be purchased separately for $15. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or (800) 275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
3. East Lynne Theater Company Presents ‘Holmes and Carter Mysteries’
Friday, March 17 and Saturday, March 18 at 8 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church, 500 Hughes St., Cape May
This vintage-radio style production is performed in the style of radio shows from the 1930s through the 1950s. Complete with live sound effects and commercials, the show follows two great detectives – Sherlock Holmes and Nick Carter – and features Adventure of the Red-Headed League and The Voice of Crime. Tickets are $27 general admission, $17 for students and free for ages 12 and under. Sponsored by East Lynne Theater Company in association with the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or (800) 275-4278, or visit www.capemaymac.org.
4. Fishing & Boating Expo
Sunday, March 19 at 9 a.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
All fishing and boating enthusiasts are invited to the all-NEW Fishing & Boating Expo hosted by 3 Girls Skirts. From the back bays to the canyons, up to 85 vendors will cover all of your fishing and boating needs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Products include but are not limited to rods, reels, lures, sporting equipment, sporting gear, boats, commercial gear, accessories, clothing and state-of-the-art marine electronics. Admission is $4 per person; military, law enforcement officers, firefighters and children under 12 are free. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. For more information, call (609) 377-1617 or visit www.FishingExpoWildwood.com.
5. Spring Bridal Fair
Sunday, March 19 at 12 p.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
From noon until 4 p.m., brides have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with industry professionals to find everything needed to create the wedding of theirs dreams. Vendors include venues, caterers and menu samples, save-the-dates and invitations, photographers, videographers and photo booths, florists and decor specialists, bridal and formal fashions, salons and spas, bachelor and bachelorette party services, transportation companies, DJs and musical entertainment, favors, gifts and much more! Brides have the chance to win a free 4-day/3-night luxurious 24-hour all-inclusive honeymoon to Couples Resorts Jamaica courtesy of Berman Travel (airfare not included, restrictions apply). Free admission, free prize drawings and free gift for pre-registered brides! For more information or to register, call (609) 465-7181 or visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com/Bridal-Fair.
To see all the ways you can Do The Shore this weekend, visit our events calendar at www.capemaycountyherald.com/calendar.