WBID plans September 11th ceremony in Downtown Wildwood

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WILDWOOD - The annual September 11, 2001 Remembrance Ceremony will be held at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood on Wednesday, September 11 at 1 pm.

The Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) hosts this observance each year to honor and remember the 2,977 people who were killed, and thousands who were injured, by the September 11, 2001 attack on the United States of America.

The ceremony also honors the thousands of Ground Zero first responders who have died over the past 23 years due to 9/11-related illnesses.

This year's ceremony will include 9/11 first responders, representatives from the City of Wildwood Fire and Police Departments, as well as local religious and civic leaders. In addition to the speakers, the City of Wildwood Fire Department will present "Ringing of the Bell" and the City of Wildwood Honor Guard will Present the Colors.

Everyone is encouraged to attend to commemorate that tragic day that we vowed never to forget.

Byrne Plaza is located at 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood. Free parking is available in the parking lots behind the shops on the east side of Pacific Avenue (between Schellenger and Oak Avenues) and on the west side of Pacific Avenue (between Oak and Wildwood Avenues).

Additional details about Downtown Wildwood and Byrne Plaza can be found online at www.DOOWW.com, on Facebook at Wildwood By The Sea, Instagram at @wildwood_by_the_sea and Twitter at @DoWildwoodNJ, as well as by calling 609-523-1602.

Boots at the Beach Country Music Festival returns to North Wildwood ~ September 13th & 14th

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THE WILDWOODS - Pack your cowboy boots and hat, and head to the Wildwoods for some good 'ol country music!

Boots at the Beach returns to North Wildwood for a two-day Country Music Festival - September 13 & 14.

The two-day festival features a fantastic lineup of live performances, line dancing lessons by DJ Ashley Rose, food, drinks and a variety of vendors selling Western apparel and crafts. This family-friendly festival promises a weekend full of music, dancing and fun, all on the Wildwoods beach and Boardwalk at Seaport Pier (2201 Boardwalk in North Wildwood).

Festival-goers can look forward to the following entertainment:

Friday, September 13

On the Beach:

• 4 - 6 pm  ~  Y'all Or Nothin'
• 6:30 - 8:30 pm  ~  40 North
• 9 - 11 pm  ~  Jimmy Kenny & The Pirate Beach Band

At Seaport Pier:

• 6 - 9 pm  ~  Rustic Revival

Saturday, September 14

On the Beach:

• 12 - 2:30 pm  ~  Y'all Or Nothin'
• 3 - 5 pm  ~  40 North
• 5:30 - 7:30 pm  ~  Rustic Revival
• 8 - 11 pm  ~  Triple Rail Turn

Boots at the Beach is presented by the Anglesea Irish Society, a local organization that seeks to enhance the lives of members and neighbors in the community through many social, educational and charitable activities and events.

They have partnered with Barefoot Country Music Fest, the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority (GWTIDA) and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation to bring another exciting country music festival to the Wildwoods.

For additional information, visit www.BootsAtTheBeach.com or call 609-770-8839.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

The Wildwoods Boardwalk and Convention Center will be revved up for the Fall Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show ~ September 20-21

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THE WILDWOODS - The Wildwood Classic Car Show is returning to the world famous Wildwood Boardwalk with the Fall Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show!

As the sun rises over the Atlantic Ocean, the sound of revving engines can be heard, signaling the start of a weekend filled with classic cars, hot rods and vintage vehicles on Friday and Saturday, September 20 and 21.

The Fall Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show will feature classic cars displayed on the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 26th Street to Spencer Avenue, as well as in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center. Visitors can stroll the boards and experience the craftsmanship and beauty of hundreds of restored classic cars from 10 am to 3 pm on Friday and Saturday. 

The show continues from 10 am to 8 pm inside the Wildwoods Convention Center, where a hand-picked selection of high-end specialty cars along with vendors selling car-related parts and accessories will be on display.

There will be a $5 admission fee for anyone older than the age of 12 to see the vehicles inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. Each ticketed spectator will then be given a people's choice ballot, which will allow them to vote for the car that they would like to see win a people's choice award. Winners will be announced on Sunday, September 22 at 10 am.

For more information on the Fall Kustom Rod & Muscle Car Show, visit www.WildwoodCarShow.net or call 609-778-7887.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

Surf Fishing competitions return to the Wildwoods this September

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THE WILDWOODS - As the summer crowds fade and the weather remains just as beautiful, many gather for surf fishing competitions on the five-mile beach this September.

The Wildwoods are a popular location for fishing year-round with spots along the back bay, on docks or at street ends, as well as plenty of beaches along Hereford Inlet in North Wildwood, where fishing enthusiasts gather for surf fishing.

Stop by during your weekend getaway or make the trip to compete and see why so many choose the Wildwoods for surf fishing. Competitions this September are as follows: 

Oktoberfest Incoming! ~ Morey's Piers welcomes guests to Oktoberfest 2024 at Mariner's Pier

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THE WILDWOODS - Morey's Piers, located on the Wildwoods, NJ Boardwalk, welcomes guests to Mariner's Pier for Oktoberfest 2024!

The festive event runs for five weekends and includes live German music, food, beer and all the games and rides visitors know and love.

Mariner's Pier will be open for its annual Oktoberfest event weekends, from Friday through Sunday, from mid-September through mid-October. 

Event weekends are September 13-15, September 20-22, September 27-29, October 4-6 and October 11-13.

The pier will open from 6 pm to 10:30 pm on Fridays, noon to 10:30 pm on Saturdays, and noon to 5 pm on Sundays.

Tickets are available now, and more information can be found at www.moreyspiers.com/event/oktoberfest.

Here's what's going on during Oktoberfest at Morey's Mariner's Pier this fall:

The New Jersey State Firemen's Convention: Meeting in the Wildwoods since 1975

Thousands of firefighters and their families representing every county in New Jersey migrate to the Wildwoods for a weekend of equipment displays, meetings, seminars, vendors, and a grand parade of trucks and equipment...

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THE WILDWOODS - The annual New Jersey State Firemen’s Convention returns to the Wildwoods on Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September 14. Since 1975, the convention has been held in the Wildwoods during the second week of September. 

The Fireman’s Convention, with its large attendance and growth, generates a positive economic impact of over $10 million for the Wildwoods and Cape May County during the shoulder season. 

This decades-old Wildwoods’ tradition, however, was nearly halted in 2001 – as convention attendance began to outgrow the older, smaller Wildwood Convention Hall that existed prior to the construction of the new Wildwoods Convention Center in 2002. Today’s Convention Center is a modern, 260,000-square-foot venue able to accommodate over 7,500 attendees. 

Roots Classic Volkswagen Car Show returns to the Wildwoods Convention Center ~ September 6-8

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THE WILDWOODS - Start your engines Volkswagen owners and enthusiasts! 

The Roots Classic 3 Volkswagen Car Show returns to the Wildwoods Convention Center September 6-8, 2024. This family-friendly event is a full weekend dedicated to the grassroots of the Volkswagen community. 

The weekend begins Friday, September 6 with a barbecue from 12 to 4 pm at the Cape May County Park & Zoo, located at 707 Rt. 9 Cape May Courthouse. 

The Wild Burrito announces it is closing after 13 seasons in the Wildwoods

The Wildwoods' culinary scene has grown exponentially over the past decade or so, with a diverse roster of restaurants and smaller eateries catering to an equally-increasing variety of tastes.

On Friday, we received word that the island will be losing some of its spice with the imminent closure of The Wild Burrito - a bold contributor to the island's foodie-friendly emergence.

"This post is written with great sadness," said owner Joe Carpenter, in an announcement made on the business' official Facebook page. "After 13 seasons on the island, The Wild Burrito will be closing its doors for good on Saturday, September 21."

Carpenter did not cite a precise reason for his decision to shutter, but made mention of the "challenging" climate that today's small businesses are faced with. He added his own PSA, imploring his customers to support local and family-owned operations.

Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol announces late-season lifeguard coverage (2024)

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WILDWOOD CREST - The Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol has announced its late-season beach coverage for 2024.

All beaches will be open and protected by lifeguards, weather permitting, from 10 am to 5:30 pm through Monday, September 2 (Labor Day), and on the weekend following Labor Day (Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 7 & 8).

Due to limited available staff, six beaches will be protected by lifeguards from Tuesday, September 3 through Friday, September 6. Those beaches include Lavender, Columbine, Primrose, Nashville, Syracuse and Trenton avenues.

Full lifeguard coverage for the 2024 season will conclude on Sunday, Sept. 8. A response team will be available for emergency calls from 10 am to 5 pm on the weekends of Sept. 14-15 and Sept. 21-22.

Transport service for the handicapped will be available from 11 am to 4 pm daily through Sunday, Sept. 8.

The Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol strongly advises all bathers to swim at lifeguard-protected beaches and only during the hours of operation.

For further information, call the Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol at 609-522-3825.

The Wildwoods host Philadelphia Mummers for Annual New Year's in North Wildwood event ~ September 6th & 7th

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THE WILDWOODS - The Mummers return to the Wildwoods to celebrate New Year's in North Wildwood - Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7.

The weekend kicks off at 7 pm on Friday, September 6 with a "STRUT" Dance Contest on Olde New Jersey Avenue. Watch as the captains square off and show their skills/talents while the Mummers Association plays your favorite music.

Fourteen String Bands including the top bands from the 2024 New Year's Day Parade in Philadelphia will be featured as the Mummers Parade steps off on Saturday, September 7 at 3 pm, at 2nd & Olde New Jersey Avenues in North Wildwood.

Fox 29 New team personality Bob Kelly will return to emcee the event his fourth year. String bands will perform in a hometown atmosphere, allowing spectators 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, so come on out and strut your stuff at the New Year's in North Wildwood event with entertainment the whole family will enjoy!

For additional information about New Year's in North Wildwood, please call 609-522-2955 or visit www.NorthWildwood.com.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

Your First Mud Run returns to the beaches of North Wildwood ~ Sunday, September 8th

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THE WILDWOODS – Your First Mud Run, a mud run for everyone, returns Sunday, September 8 for a fun filled, two-mile mud run on the beach at 14th Street in North Wildwood. 

The course will feature as many as 14 obstacles, including a six-foot-high wall, a 12-foot rope climb, a tire carry, a set of tubes, heavy jump ropes, a mud pit, cargo net, and a new secret obstacle to be revealed this year. 

Your First Mud Run is a race for the whole family, ages 5 and up. It is the perfect event for “first-timer” adults who have considered trying a Spartan race or Tough Mudder. Kids as young as five years of age run the same course side-by-side with their parents/guardians, and all runners get a finishers medal and t-shirt. 

Teams can also run for a cause. Anyone can create a “Team Page” and use it to raise funds for any charity, school, or team. 

For more information on Your First Mud Run, visit www.YourFirstMudRun.com or call 800-563-0126. 

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

16th Annual Wildwoods Food & Music Festival in Downtown Wildwood to be held Saturday, September 7th

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THE WILDWOODS – The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce presents the 16th Annual Wildwoods Food & Music Festival, set to take place on Saturday, September 7 from 11 am - 7 pm. 

This beloved community event promises a day full of indulgence, entertainment, and fun for the whole family!

The festival will be in the heart of Downtown Wildwood, spanning the vibrant stretch of Pacific Avenue between Oak and Schellenger Avenues, centered at Byrne Plaza. This year’s festival will showcase an impressive lineup of live musical performances that will set the stage for an unforgettable experience. 

Festival-goers can look forward to live performances by: 

The 21st Annual "Tri the Wildwoods" Triathlon set for Saturday, August 24th

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THE WILDWOODS - The 21st Annual "Tri the Wildwoods" Triathlon, sponsored by Stampone O'Brien Dilsheimer Holloway Law, will take place along North Wildwood's beaches, streets and Boardwalk on Saturday, August 24 with 1,500 athletes from across the country participating in this "rite of passage race."

"Tri the Wildwoods" has always been known as a race of unpredictable weather, with a challenging course and possibly the best after party for a triathlon in the state of New Jersey!

Simply stated, it's a "must do" triathlon.

Escape the city and enjoy the great outdoors in the Wildwoods, NJ

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THE WILDWOODS - Escape the City and Enjoy the Great Outdoors in the Wildwoods, NJ The Wildwoods, NJ – August 5, 2024 – As summer heats up, city-goers are looking to escape the crowds and seek rejuvenation in the serene beaches and outdoor life of the beaches and ocean. 

As one of the most-visited vacation destinations at the Jersey Shore, the Wildwoods offer the perfect backdrop for both adventurous and relaxing getaways of outdoor-oriented travelers. Many travelers seek vacation experiences that feature outdoor spaces with a variety of activities for individuals of all ages and interests. The Wildwoods offer five miles of outdoor fun and excitement, making it the perfect shore destination for any traveler looking to escape city life and enjoy the great outdoors. 

From sunbathing on spacious FREE beaches; to enjoying numerous water sports and activities; to leisurely bike riding on the Boardwalk and throughout the island, the Wildwoods have endless opportunities for adventurers to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh ocean air. 

Wildwood Historical Society invites public to celebration of life for Al Brannen ~ Sunday, August 11th

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WILDWOOD - The Wildwood Historical Society invites friends, family and community members to join in celebrating the life of Al Brannen on Sunday, August 11 at 5 pm.

The event will take place at 3907 Pacific Avenue in Wildwood. This casual, celebratory gathering will honor Al's memory and legacy, sharing stories and memories of the wonderful times spent with him.

Al was a dedicated and integral part of the Wildwood Historical Society since the 1970's, serving as president for much of that time.

The society invites all who knew and loved Brannen to join them as they remember their late leader, who passed away on July 25, 2024.

Date:  August 11, 2024

Time:  5 pm

Place:  Wildwood Historical Museum, 3907 Pacific Avenue