Danny V Concert
Wednesday, August 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal Lawn, 1200 Lincoln Blvd., North Cape May
Danny V’s 52nd Street Band is a full-scale, six-piece, live concert show, re-creating the performances of arguably the greatest rock and roll keyboard player ever — the “Piano Man,” Billy Joel. After touring for over 20 years together, this group has become the world’s longest running tribute to Billy Joel. Come out and enjoy this awesome Billy Joel tribute on the Cape May Terminal lawn! Bring your lawn chair or beach blanket to relax and have a great time. Entrance is free to the public. Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the Ferry Terminal or at the newly renovated “On the Rocks” outdoor grill. VIP seating is available on the second floor of the Cape May Terminal. For $20/head, you get air conditioning, a great view, and free appetizers. Call 1 (800) 643-3779. For more information on the band, visit www.52ndstreetband.com.
Cape May Stage presents “Barefoot in the Park”
Wednesday, August 17 through Sunday, August 21, & Tuesday, August 23 at 8 p.m.
The Robert Shackleton Playhouse, Bank & Lafayette Sts., Cape May
“Barefoot In The Park” by Neil Simon is the story of newlyweds in their first apartment in a fifth floor walk-up in Manhattan with colorful neighbors and winded delivery men and relatives. He is a straight-as-an-arrow lawyer and she’s a free spirit looking for the latest kick. She wants him to be more spontaneous and “running barefoot in the park” would be a start. Performance schedule: Aug. 3-Sept. 9, Tuesdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. Admission: $38 adults, $33 seniors (62+) and $18 students and active duty military. Presented by Cape May Stage 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.
East Lynne Theater Company’s “Dracula”
Wednesday, August 17 through Saturday, August 20 at 8:30 p.m.
The First Presbyterian Church, 500 Hughes St., Cape May
The Equity professional East Lynne Theater Company presents “Dracula.” The quiet English countryside changed with the arrival of its newest neighbor, Count Dracula. Even Lucy Seward, the daughter of the psychiatrist in charge of the local sanitorium, is behaving strangely. Her mysterious oddities are noticed by Jonathan Harker, the man who loves her, and her father who sends for Dr. Van Helsing. Van Helsing believes Lucy might be a victim of a ghost that sucks blood at night from its victims. Tickets: $32 general; $27 senior (age 62 on up); $17 student and military (active/retired); ages 12 and under free. For tickets and more information, call (609) 884-5898 or visit www.eastlynnetheater.org.
The Anglesea Night Market Food Truck Festival
Thursday, August 18 at 4 p.m.
Entertainment District, North Wildwood
A new event will bring some of the best food to North Wildwood. The Anglesea Night Market will run from 4 to 9 p.m in the North Wildwood Entertainment District. It will feature a dozen of the best food trucks, gourmet food vendors, live music and more. Plus, the entire event takes place in the Entertainment District of North Wildwood, surrounded by great restaurants, bars and shops. The events are free and open to the public. More information will be released closer to the event and everything about the event can be found at angleseanightmarket.com
Concert Under the Stars – The “B” Street Band, Bruce Springsteen Tribute
Thursday, August 18 at 8 p.m.
Lou Booth Amphitheater, Ocean Ave. & E. 2nd Ave., North Wildwood
North Wildwood’s 2016 Concerts Under the Stars series at the Lou Booth Amphitheater on most Thursdays and Saturdays from early July through Labor Day Weekend. The 16-show series concludes on Saturday, September 3 with the traditional Beatlemania show. All shows are FREE and begin at 8 p.m. For more information, call (609) 522-7722, or toll free 1 (800) 882-7787.
Lighthouse Full Moon Climb
Thursday, August 18 at 8 p.m.
Cape May Point State Park, Cape May
Let the light of the full moon guide you up the Cape May Lighthouse until you reach the starry top this season and enjoy a dramatic and memorable view. Since it opened to the public in 1988, some 2.5 million people have climbed the 199 steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse; but a smaller, select group can say they have experienced the grand vista of the evening sky from atop this majestic beacon at nighttime. The Lighthouse is located in Lower Township. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3-12).
‘Monsters on the Beach’ Monster Truck Beach Races
Friday, August 19 at 7 p.m., Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21 at 1 p.m.
Wildwood Beach from Lincoln to Spencer avenues
Monster trucks will race on the Wildwood Beach. Friday night features qualifying races beginning at 7 p.m. (not a full show.) Saturday features two races at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday features title races and tough truck races starting at 1 p.m. Gates open one hour before each start time. Food and merchandise vendors as well as monster truck rides on the beach will also be available. For ticket info call (609) 522-4546 or visit www.WildwoodMotorEvents.com/monster-truck. Tickets will also be available at the gate the day of the event for an additional $2 per ticket for Friday night and an additional $5 per ticket for Saturday and Sunday shows.
Paranormal Pursuits Weekend
Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21
Historic Cold Spring Village, 720 Route 9, Cape May
Experience all things unexplained! Enjoy ghostly tales, presentations by paranormal investigators, a phrenology experience, ghost tours and much more! For more information, visit www.hcsv.org or call (609) 898-2300.
Boardwalk Craft Show
Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21 at 9 a.m.
Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood
On the Boardwalk, just south of the Convention Center. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. Parking available. Rain or shine. For more information, call (609) 522-0198 or (609) 522-0378, or visit www.boardwalkcrafts.com.
Wildwood’s Baseball on the Beach Tournament
Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21 at 9 a.m.
Rio Grande Avenue Beach, Wildwood
The sounds of a cracking bat, arcing ball and the cheers of spectators will be heard as part of Wildwood’s Baseball on the Beach Tournament. This exciting tournament, supported by Wildwood Beach Services, will bring teams of players, aged 9 – 12, from throughout the nation to experience this inaugural event. Teams are divided into four divisions, 9U, 10U, 11U and 12U, with a maximum number of four teams for each level. Four playing fields will be set up and seating areas will be provided. For additional information, please contact Marc DiBlasio at (609) 480-5098 or email at marcdiblasio@comcast.net. Online registration and a game schedule is available at www.WildwoodBeachBaseball.com.
Concert Under the Stars – The Dovells
Saturday, August 20 at 8 p.m.
Lou Booth Amphitheater, Ocean Ave. & E. 2nd Ave., North Wildwood
North Wildwood’s 2016 Concerts Under the Stars series at the Lou Booth Amphitheater on most Thursdays and Saturdays from early July through Labor Day Weekend. The 16-show series concludes on Saturday, September 3 with the traditional Beatlemania show. All shows are FREE and begin at 8 p.m. For more information, call (609) 522-7722, or toll free 1 (800) 882-7787.
Wildwoods Restaurant Week
Starting Sunday, August 21
Participating restaurants throughout Wildwood
Wine and dine in some of Wildwoods finest restaurants. All participating restaurants will offer a complete four course meal including appetizer, salad, entree and dessert for $30 (plus tax and gratuity). For more information, call (609) 522-1261, or visit www.WildwoodByTheSeaRestaurantWeek.com for a list of participating restaurants.
Wildwood Summer Sunday Concert: Countdown to Ecstasy
Sunday, August 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Fox Park Amphitheatre, Wildwood
Sponsored by the city’s Tourism and Development Commission, each concert is free and begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Fox Park Amphitheatre on Ocean Avenue between Montgomery and Burk avenues. Enjoy the sounds of Countdown to Ecstasy, a Steely Dan tribute band.
The Brian Betz Quartet Featuring Behn Gillece
Sunday, August 21 at 8 p.m.
The First Presbyterian Church of Cape May, 500 Hughes St., Cape May
Cape May Jazz Vespers welcomes back award winning guitarist Brian Betz. Having performed over the last few years with the great Denis DiBlasio, this year Brian brings his quartet featuring vibraphonist Behn Gillece in what promises to be a great concert. Brian has several solo CD release and several with mentor Denis DiBlasio. Brian is a two-time winner of the Betty Carter International Jazz Competition. Limited free parking is available. A $10 minimum donation is suggested. Wheelchair accessible. Call (609) 576-1841 or visit www.capemayjazzvespers.com for more information.
Ocean City Pops – ‘Showboat in Concert’
Sunday, August 21 at 8 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace, Ocean City
The Ocean City Pops presents “Showboat in Concert.” Maestro Scheible conducts a stellar cast of singers plus the Cape Shore Chorale. The show features songs like ”Make Believe” and “Ol’ Man River.” Tickets are $20/$15 and are available at www.ocnj.us/boxoffice, the Music Pier Box Office, or (609) 399-6111 or (609) 525-9248.
Monday Night Concert Series: Get the Led Out
Monday, August 22 at 7 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace, Ocean City
Monday Night Concert Series at Ocean City Music Pier features Get the Led Out. Tickets now on sale at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1 (800) 745-3000 (fees apply).
Lewes Maritime Guided Trolley Tour
Tuesday, August 23 at 9:30 a.m.
Cape May Ferry Terminal, 1200 Lincoln Blvd., Cape May
Depart Cape May on the 9:30 or 10:30 a.m. ferry to reach Lewes for a trolley tour featuring the many historic maritime highlights of Lewes: Observation Towers in Cape Henlopen State Park, Fort Miles, various lighthouses, ice breakers, the Cape Henlopen Reporting Station and Quarantine Station, the Menhaden fishing industry, Delaware Pilots, Lewes Beach, the Overfalls, the Lewes Life Saving Station, and the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal. A tour guide will explain the role of Lewes in the War of 1812 and discuss pirates and shipwrecks. After your hour long tour, you may enjoy the remainder of the day exploring Lewes, or board a shuttle to the Tanger Outlets. You may return to Cape May on any Lewes ferry departure. Price is $25 for adults, $18 for children 6-13 and free for children under 6. This includes a round-trip ferry ride from Cape May, shuttle service into Lewes and admission for the tour. Reservations are recommended. Please call 1 (800) 643-3779.
Summer Family Campfire
Tuesday, August 23 at 8 p.m.
Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Ave., Cape May
Cape May Harbor has some of the best sunsets in town! Join a Nature Center of Cape May naturalist for an evening walk on the harbor, a campfire and some marshmallow roasting. We’ll explore the night and learn about the mysterious nocturnal creatures that call this their island home. Get ready for a night of hiking and some good old-fashioned campfire fun. Price is $5 per person; children under 3 free. For more information, call (609) 898-8848.
Downtown Wildwood FREE Movie Night – Minions
Tuesday, August 23 at 8:15 p.m.
Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market, 3501 Pacific Ave., Wildwood
FREE family movies will be shown every Tuesday night at dusk at the Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Lot. Bring a blanket or beach chair. FREE parking is available behind the movie lot – enter on Schellenger or Oak Avenue. Come visit early and have dinner in one of our many downtown restaurants before the show! Rain date is scheduled for Wednesday. Featured movie is Minions.