The Cape May – Lewes Ferry will begin their “Sunday Jamz” cruises once again this summer. The roundtrip cruises are a little over three hours and allow passengers to enjoy live music on the scenic Delaware Bay as the sun sets. The cruises begin on Sunday, July 14th and continue every Sunday until August 25th. The “Sunday Jamz” cruises will depart from the Cape May terminal at 3:30 p.m. and return at 6:40 p.m. and depart from the Lewes terminal at 3:15 p.m. and return at 6:25 p.m.
“Warm summer breezes and relaxing music transforms this Ferry cruise into an oasis every Sunday afternoon,” says Jennifer Shivers, Assistant Director of Business Operations. “What better way to unwind than to take a ride across the Delaware Bay, let the breeze blow through your hair, and enjoy some mellow tunes and an ice-cold beverage. Come join us for a great way to top off any weekend!”
Lewes Sunday Jamz
The Ginger Trio – July 14, July 21, July 28, and August 25 (3:15 p.m. departure): Ginger performs acoustic renditions of hits from the ’60s to today. The local trio based in Lewes perform, clean, simple and beautiful arrangements of classical songs that are sure to move you. For more information visit: www.gingerband.com
Electric Velvet Duo – August 4, August 11 and August 18 (3:15 departure): Formed in 1996, Electric Velvet continues to develop their sound by playing a wide range of covers from rock, party and dance songs. The female fronted band has been performing in the Delmarva Peninsula, Maryland, Virginia and New Jersey for over fifteen years and now continues to do so as an acoustic duo. For more information visit: www.electricvelvet.net
Cape May Sunday Jamz
The Al Frantic Band – July 14, July 21, July 28, August 4, August 11 and August 25 (3:30 p.m. departure: The Al Frantic Band has been inspired by Robin Trower, Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles, Bad Finger, Squeeze, David Bowie, Black Sabbath, Junior Brown, Les Paul, Pink Floyd, ELP, Tom Petty, Chris Cornell, Grand Funk, Cream and so many others. At the band’s shows, they try to pay homage to these artists by performing music by most of them. For more information visit: www.franticband.com
Camille Peruto – August 18 only (3:30 p.m. departure): Camille Peruto is a solo artist who acoustically blends the elements of folk, pop and rock to create her beautiful music. Camille Peruto is an experienced performer, having been on American Idol and performing in thousands of arenas in Philadelphia, Nashville and Los Angeles. Her beautiful music and talent is sure to captivate audience attention. For more information visit: www.camilleperuto.com
“Sunday Jamz” roundtrip tickets are $18.00 for adults ages 14 and older; $14.00 for senior citizens and military personnel; and $9.00 for children 6 through 13 years old. Adult tickets include a wristband to receive $1 off soda and beer purchases. Children under the age of 6 are free. To reserve your ticket on our Sunday Jamz cruise, call the Guests Services center at 1-800-643-3779 or book online with the promo code “JAMZ.” For more information on the Sunday Jamz cruises or any of our upcoming events, please visit www.CMLF.com/Entertainment
The Cape May – Lewes Ferry is owned and operated by the Delaware River and Bay Authority, a bi-state governmental agency created by Compact in 1962. The ferry is open year-round and has carried more than 45 million passengers since its inception on July 1, 1964. In 2018, the ferry service, which connects Victorian Cape May, New Jersey, and historic Lewes, Delaware, transported approximately 275,000 vehicles and nearly 1 million passengers. For schedule, rates and other program information, please visit the ferry’s website at www.CMLF.com, or call toll free, 800-643-3779. Like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter @CMLFerry.