THIS WEEKEND: Mummers, Beer and More!

Mummers Brigade Weekend
Friday June 12th and Saturday, June 13th
Where: North Wildwood
The excitement kicks off Friday night at 7 p.m., with the annual Mummers Pub Crawl. Mummers members and friends will celebrate the brigade’s return to the Wildwoods by visiting some of North Wildwood’s most well-known eating and drinking establishments throughout the evening. The fun continues on Saturday with a block party on Olde New Jersey Avenue from 3:30 – 4:45 p.m. The Mummers Parade will step off at 2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues in North Wildwood at 4:45 p.m. and will feature 10 brigades from this year’s New Year’s Day Parade in Philadelphia, PA. The brigades will perform without the pressure of competition, and spectators will be able to get up-close views of the beautiful costumes and intricate dance steps these eccentric performers display. Best of all, the parade is free to attend.

Explore the Shore
Saturday, June 13th at 11 a.m.
Where: The Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May
Discover the secrets of Cape May Harbor as we explore the shore and marsh. Join our naturalists as we hike the beach, pull a seine net (weather permitting), and encounter an incredible diversity of marine life. We’ll learn about the fascinating lives of the animals that inhabit our coastal and wetland habitats; including the fascinating and ancient Horseshoe Crab. Have an up-close experience with horseshoe crabs, sea stars, and other local marine critters in our laboratory and learn why these animals are so important. Walk-ins welcome. No preregistration necessary.

Wildwood Beer Festival
Saturday, June 13th at 12 p.m.
Where: Fox Park, E. Burke and E. Montgomery, Wildwood
Wildwood Beer Fest is a beer tasting event taking place Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14 to celebrate the art of locally brewed craft beer. Taking place in Fox Park, between E. Burk and E. Montgomery Avenues in Wildwood, this first-time festival will be equally exciting for the brew aficionado and novice alike. A ticket into this inaugural event grants you access to over 100 brews, a commemorative tasting cup, live tunes, delicious food and craft vendors. Beer sampling is unlimited with your ticket; food and merchandise is also available for purchase. Entrance will be permitted only to ticket holders with a valid ID.

Atlantic City Boardwalk Beer Festival
Saturday, June 13th at 12 p.m.
Where: In front of Harry’s Oyster Bar at Bally’s Atlantic City
609 Event Productions and Harry’s Oyster Bar announced today they will partner in presenting the inaugural “Atlantic City Boardwalk Beer Festival” to be held outdoors in the courtyard and boardwalk in front of Harry’s Oyster Bar at Bally’s Atlantic City commencing Saturday, June 13th. This first year event will offer two 4 hour sessions, session #1 (12pm-4pm); session #2 (5pm-9pm) Tickets are $40.00 inclusive of all fees and will include unlimited beer tastings, souvenir beer mug, live music, beer games and more. There will also be several food offerings available for purchase throughout the venue

For more information about these and other community events, see the Herald’s online calendar