It’s New Years! There are three fireworks displays in the county and several other events to ring in 2023. Also don’t miss a special harp performance in Avalon.
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Wildwoods Boardwalk Classic
Monday, Dec. 26 – Saturday, Dec. 31
Come to Wildwood for the largest holiday co-ed basketball tournament in the country featuring a lineup of high school boys’ and girls’ basketball teams from the South Jersey and Delaware Valley areas totaling approximately 1,000 competitors. Call 609.846.2720 for more information or visit BBClassic.com for team schedules, times, ticket prices, and past results.
Harp Performance with Stephanie Sussmeier
Saturday, Dec. 31 at 10 a.m.
Avalon Free Public Library
Enjoy background classical music celebrating the new year with sounds by harpist Stephanie Sussmeier.
Avalon: New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Saturday, Dec. 31 at 5 p.m.
30th Street Beach, Avalon
The 2nd annual celebration returns to Avalon with a beautiful display of fireworks to kick-off 2023. Bring the family and enjoy music, crafts, and hot chocolate at Surfside Park followed by a beautiful display of lights from the 30th street beach.
Sea Isle City: New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m.
JFK Blvd Beach
Fireworks will ring in the new year! Bring a warm blanket and a chair to enjoy the show.
Ocean City: New Year’s Fireworks
Saturday, Dec. 31 at midnight
5th Street Beach
Fireworks will be shot off at 12 a.m. sharp
Lower Township New Year’s Celebration
Saturday, Dec. 31 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Villas Recreation Center
Come celebrate the New Year with the Lower Township community! More details to be announced.
Kid’s Event: Happy Noon Year!
Saturday, Dec. 31 at 11 a.m.
Avalon Free Public Library
Kids and their families are invited to ring in 2023 in style! Join us for a story, entertainment, cookies, and our famous apple juice champagne!
Belleplain New Year’s Hike
Sunday, January 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Meeting Location Belleplain State Forest Main Office Parking Lot- 1 Henkinsifkin Road, Woodbine
A guided 6-mile hike through Belleplain State Forest hosted by the NJ DEP. There will be tea, hot chocolate, and homemade treats for humans and dogs after the hike!
First Day 5k Boardwalk Run
Sunday, Jan 1 – race at 12:30
Ocean City Music Pier
Ring in the new year with a race along the Ocean City Boardwalk. Pre-register at ocnj.us/race-events or race day 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Music Pier.
First Day at the Beach – Polar Plunge
Sunday, Jan. 1 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier
Join us for Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean for the New Year.