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2026 Cape May Fireworks
The Cape May Fireworks show is a Spectacular Celebration by the Sea. The fireworks show a favorite for so many visitors and residents. The fireworks shoot off right on front of Congress Hall over the ocean. Cape May, New Jersey, is known for its stunning beaches, historic charm, and vibrant…
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Strawberry Festival At this annual West Cape May Strawberry Festival 2026, you’ll find local artisans offering unique pottery, original handmade jewelry, artwork, tee shirts, hats, bags, local honey, woodwork, furniture, photography, birdhouses and feeders, garden art, whimsical art, stained glass…
Read moreCape May Music Festival 2025 is a Celebration of Sound by the Sea
Cape May’s annual Music Festival is back for its 36th year , bringing an exciting lineup of classical, jazz, funk, and chamber music performances to this charming seaside town. Running from May 25 to June 28 , the festival offers 14 concerts , some of which are free to attend, at various venues…
Read moreCape May Music Festival 2025
Cape May Music Festival 2025 Now celebrating its 36th year, the annual Cape May Music Festival presented by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture), with major support by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, returns to this seaside resort with an engaging variety of musical concerts that launch on…
Read moreEaster Parade
Name: Easter Parade Date: April 20, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM EDT Put on your Easter best and stroll the Village in style. Begins at the Smithville Inn at 1:00 p.m., awards are given for best outfits. Historic Smithville offers 50 Shoppes, 7 eateries, carousel ride, and train ride, paddle…
Read moreCape May Summer Crafts & Collectibles Show 2025
June 14, 2025 High quality crafts and collectibles shows featuring the wares of vendors and crafters from throughout the Northeast. Looking for a fun way to spend a summer day in Cape May, New Jersey? Look no further than the Cape May Summer Crafts & Collectibles Show 2025! This annual event brings…
Read moreCape May Boardwalk Craft Show Share:
Enjoy Dozens of crafters on Cape Mays Promenade and view everything from jewelry to leather goods, from fashion and accessories to water colors. Find all the perfect gifts you’ve been searching for. And why not get a little something for yourself? Location: Cape May Promenade
Read moreThe West Cape May Christmas Parade 2024
December 7th 2024 The West Cape May Christmas Parade 2024 sets the stage for the area’s holiday season! Always held on the first Saturday in December, and now in its 56th year, the parade marches through town beginning at the West Cape May Volunteer Firehouse, heading South on Broadway, turning…
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West Cape May Tomato Festival 2024
The Borough of West Cape May is hosting the Tomato Festival at the Borough’s Backyard Park, 732 Broadway in West Cape May (behind the Fire House) on Saturday, August 31, 2024. We will celebrate all things tomato at our themed festival! Festivities are planned to begin at 9:00am and continue until…
Read moreThe West Cape May Christmas Parade 2024
December 7th (Saturday) - COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS PARADE Parade start time: 5:00pm The West Cape May Community Christmas Parade 2024 is funded solely by donations, and sets the stage for the areas holiday season. Always held on the first Saturday in December, now in its 56th year, the parade marches…
Read moreCape May Music Festival
Sunday, May 26 – Sunday, June 23, 2024 Celebrating 35 years of bringing beautiful music to Cape May, NJ. Don’t miss this exciting evening of outstanding big band music capped off with dinner and dancing! Erich Cawalla returns with his big band after a resounding Cape May debut in 2023, this time to…
Read moreWest Cape May's Tomato Festival
The Borough of West Cape May is hosting the Tomato Festival at the Borough’s Backyard Park, 732 Broadway in West Cape May (behind the Fire House) on Saturday, August 31, 2024. We will celebrate all things tomato at our themed festival! Festivities are planned to begin at 9:00am and continue until…
Read moreCape May 91st Annual Baby Parade 2024
Registration and judging will be held at Congress Street and Beach Avenue beginning at 9 am. Pre-registration will be accepted until Thursday, August 5 th at 4:30 pm. To register please call the Office of Civic Affairs at 609-884-9565 or email at recdept@capemaycity.com . You can also register in…
Read moreCape May Independence Day Parade 2024
The parade will feature string bands along with many other outstanding performing groups, family entries, autos, veteran organizations, and local officials. Decorated golf carts, bicycles, and baby carriages are encouraged to enter our “Best Decorated” contest this year for a chance to win 1st,…
Read moreCape May Fireworks 2024
July 4 th , 9:30 PM in front of Congress Hall. However, you can see them from along the beach at Convention Hall past Congress Hall Beach. Fireworks will launch across from Congress Hall from an off-shore barge.
Read moreCape May West End Garage
Rainy Day in Cape May? What to Do? Cape May West End Garage The West End Garage located in a old refurbished garage and gas station is now a wonderful crafts and antique mall. Each vendor brings a variety of handmade crafts in addition to treasures found from the past. Located in West Cape May the…
Read moreChristmas in Cape May
Christmas in Cape May is like stepping back in time to the days of Norman Rockwell. Here are a few wonderful things to do in Cape May during the Holidays. West Cape May Christmas Parade The First Saturday in December, the parade starts off at 5 p.m. from the WCM Volunteer Firehouse and winds its…
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West Cape May Strawberry Festival
June 1, 2024 West Cape May Strawberry Festival. At this annual festival, you’ll find local artisans offering unique pottery, original handmade jewelry, artwork, tee shirts, hats, bags, local honey, woodwork, furniture, photography, birdhouses and feeders, garden art, whimsical art, stained glass…
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Cape May Music Fest 2024
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Mother’s Day Weekend in Cape May Crafts & Collectibles Show
Cape May Craft Shows present a diverse array of handcrafted treasures, each piece telling a unique story of skill, passion, and artistic flair. From intricate jewelry and finely woven textiles to exquisite ceramics and captivating paintings, the craft shows boast a rich tapestry of artistic…
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Cape May Crafts & Collectibles In Winter 2024
Cape May Convention Hall. Enjoy high quality crafts and collectibles shows featuring the wares of vendors and crafters from throughout the Northeast. February 17, 2024 https://www.capemaycity.com/convention-hall-overview
Read moreCape May Virtual Christmas Candlelight House Tour
From the comfort of your home, experience Cape May’s Christmas Candlelight House Tour, a beloved annual tradition for nearly half a century, virtually! Watch this virtual tour with family and friends and bring a bit of Cape May at Christmas into your own home for years to come. Featured are 10 Cape…
Read moreCape May Christmas Parade 2023
Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves and Musicians on the Mall Christmas Parade! Santa, Mrs. Claus, Elves and Musicians will be strolling the mall 4 pm to 6 pm (tentative times). Taking pictures with our visitors on the mall and collecting money for our Cape May Food Bank.
Read moreCape May Lima Bean Festival
West Cape May celebrates her farming heritage with the Annual Lima Bean Festival in the Borough’s Backyard Park! The festival is scheduled to begin at 9:00am and is planned to delight locals and visitors alike with a vast array of recipes, crafts and products available. The Cape May Lima Bean…
Read moreMonarch Festival at the Nature Center of Cape May
Do you love monarch butterflies? If so, save the date for our 2023 Monarch Festival! This is a day to celebrate these fascinating insects and wish them well on their migration to Mexico. We will have live music, a food truck, kids activities, educational programs, local artists, and butterfly…
Read moreCape May Jazz Festival
The Cape May Jazz Festival is an annual music event that takes place in the city of Cape May, New Jersey. The festival has become a staple of the town's cultural calendar, attracting music lovers from all over the country. The festival has been entertaining audiences for over 30 years, and the 2023…
Read moreCape May Crafts & Collectibles In April
Enjoy the day at the crafts and collectibles shows featuring the wares of vendors and crafters from throughout the Northeast. Emlen Physick Estate1048 Washington Stree t https://capemaymac.org
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