Wildwoods Boardwalk named "Best Boardwalk" in the U.S. in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards 2026

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THE WILDWOODS - USA Today announced the Wildwoods' Boardwalk has won Best Boardwalk in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards 2026!

The Wildwoods' Boardwalk was nominated by a panel of travel experts and voted on by the general public. This is the second consecutive year the Wildwoods Boardwalk has been named to the #1 spot on the list. 

The complete "10 Best" list includes popular boardwalks from around the country:

   1. Wildwoods Boardwalk

          2. Kemah Boardwalk

          3. Ocean City Boardwalk

          4. Carolina Beach Boardwalk

          5. Atlantic City Boardwalk

          6. Venice Beach Boardwalk

          7. Ocean Beach Park Boardwalk

          8. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

          9. Virginia Beach Boardwalk

        10. Boardwalk at Point Pleasant Beach

Fans and supporters voted online for the best boardwalk in the nation, with the Wildwoods taking the number one spot in the 2026 ranking. Nominees on the list included boardwalks from across the nation, including in New Jersey, Florida, Texas, Virginia, Delaware, Maine and California. 

Spring cheer competitions return to the Wildwoods Convention Center in April and May

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THE WILDWOODS - The Wildwoods Convention Center will host an amazing lineup of athletic and talented cheerleaders from around the country for cheer championships during the months of April and May. 

For each event, teams will compete on a spring floor and perform incredible stunts in hopes of winning the judges' votes. Experience high-energy performances choreographed to music and sound effects as talented cheer teams compete for top prizes. 

The Wildwoods Convention Center hosts New Jersey's leading RV dealers for the New Jersey Spring RV Show ~ Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19

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THE WILDWOODS - The  10th Annual Wildwood Spring RV Show is rolling into the Wildwoods Convention Center this April. Get ready to explore your next adventure on wheels on Friday, April 17 through Sunday, April 19 at this exciting event for the whole family.

Tour the industry's best RVs, support local vendors, and learn tips and tricks for the upcoming camping season. With incredible markdowns to clearance pricing and a fun, family-friendly atmosphere, this is the ultimate event to gear to gear up for your next adventure. 

Chillin Pineapple expanding with second Wildwood Boardwalk location, third overall

Six years after the debut of its original stand, the Chillin Pineapple will open a second location on the Wildwood Boardwalk this spring.

The popular treat spot is set to expand to 3316 Boardwalk, the decades-long home of Eleanor's Gift Shop (and Shore Donut Cones the past two summers). 

According to co-owner Joseph Gaspero, the new spot will feature acai bowls, in addition to favorites like Dole Whip and a variety of fresh fruit creations, smoothies, iced coffees, and dairy free/vegan ice cream flavors.

"Opening a second location on the Boardwalk gives us the freedom to try out some new things, to be just a little different," he said. "We're excited to add acai bowls to our menu, along with some other possibilities we're working on."

10th Annual Flags of Liberty event in the Wildwoods to honor deceased Veteran heroes ~ Friday, May 22nd at 10 am

The event will feature the unfurling of hundreds of American flags in honor of deceased Veterans, serving as a powerful tribute ahead of the Wildwoods' Unlocking of the Ocean ceremony and the official Opening of the 2026 Summer Season...

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THE WILDWOODS - Hundreds of families and supporters will gather at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall and the Wildwoods Convention Center to honor their deceased Veteran heroes. During the annual Flags of Liberty event on Friday, May 22 at 10 am, participants will unfurl the casket flags of their departed loved ones in a powerful tribute of remembrance and respect.

The Flags of Liberty ceremony will begin at the Wildwoods Convention Center turn around entrance, in front of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, before moving to the nearby Wildwoods Boardwalk, where participants will honor their heroes by holding up a chain of unfurled American flags in remembrance. 

The event will feature the unfurling of over 200 American flags in honor of fallen Veterans, serving as a powerful tribute ahead of the Wildwoods' Unlocking of the Ocean ceremony and the official Opening of the 2026 Summer Season, kicking off the Memorial Weekend.

Registration for the Flags of Liberty Ceremony is open and, in honor of the 10th anniversary of the ceremony and the 250th anniversary of the United States' founding, this year's Flags of Liberty ceremony registration is completely FREE. 

New hop-on, hop-off shuttle connects the Wildwoods to Cape May's wineries, breweries and ferry

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CAPE MAY COUNTY, NJ - A new hop-on hop-off shuttle service is coming to Lower Cape May County just in time for this summer. The Coastal Cruiser, powered by Metropolis Passenger Logistics, is connecting visitors and locals alike from the famous The Wildwoods to Cape May and back without worrying about driving or finding parking. 

This new shuttle will have stops at the region’s most popular wineries, breweries and distilleries, as well as at the Cape May Lewes Ferry. It will also use technology to its fullest by allowing riders to track where the shuttle is in real time. 

This inaugural year, The Coastal Cruiser will only run on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 am to 10 pm. A day pass costs $40 in advance or $45 at the shuttle (with a multi-day purchase discount) which will run from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend.

Three FREE Easter Weekend Egg Hunts in the Wildwoods ~ Saturday, April 4th

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THE WILDWOODS - Hop on over to the Wildwoods, NJ for an Easter Weekend full of FREE family-friendly holiday events, with three FREE Easter Egg Hunts taking place on Saturday, April 4.

Saturday, April 4

Elks Annual Easter Egg Hunt - 12 pm

Taking place on the North Wildwood Beach at 20th Avenue at noon on April 4, kids 11 and younger can search for colorful eggs hidden around the beach, while celebrating with goodies and a visit from the Easter Bunny for FREE! For more information, call 609-729-5776 or visit elks1896.com.

Greater Wildwood Jaycees Annual Easter Egg Hunt - 12 pm

Hop into spring with a fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt on the Lincoln Avenue Beach at noon. Kids 12 and younger can search for eggs hidden in the sand while enjoying the fresh ocean breeze. Celebrate Easter with special prizes (a golden egg is worth a bigger prize) and festive fun for FREE! For more information, call 609-729-5501.

Step Back Foundation Easter Egg Hunt - 12 pm

The Step Back Foundation's annual Easter Egg Hunt is a popular community event held at Allen Park, 2200 Delaware Avenue in North Wildwood. Scheduled from 9 am to 1 pm on April 4, the event welcomes children across three age groups: 1-3 years, 4-6 years and 7-10 years. Participants can enjoy hunting for Easter Eggs in a festive and family-friendly atmosphere. Donations collected during the event support local student-athletes and families in Cape May Count. For more details, visit thestepbackfoundation.com.

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

Flyers' Academy hosts the Beach Classic Gymnastics Festival in the Wildwoods Convention Center ~ March 21-22

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THE WILDWOODS - Get ready for a wave excitement!

The Beach Classic Gymnastics Festival, hosted by Flyers' Academy, is set to take place in the Oceanfront Arena at the Wildwoods Convention Center on March 21-22, 2026.

This spirited gymnastics festival brings together athletes of all levels for a weekend of high-energy routines, beach-side ambience and unforgettable memories. Talented athletes will compete on the Olympic apparatus including vault, uneven bars, balance beam and floor exercise. 

Anime Wild, hosted by the Jersey Shore Comic Book Show, will be held at the Wildwoods Convention Center on Sunday, March 22nd

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THE WILDWOODS - The Jersey Shore Comic Book Show hosts Anime Wild at the Wildwoods Convention Center on Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm.

Anime Wild will feature special guests and all things Anime, whether it's art, comics, toys, crafts, Manga, Pokemon, trading cards and collectibles.

Peruse artists, vendors, comic books, Manga, Anime, art trading cards, toys, actions figures, Godzilla, video games, crafts, collectibles and much more. Enjoy interactive cosplay, panels, a trivia game and performances. 

Cosplayers are encouraged to come out and join in the fun. There will be a Cosplay Contest for attendees of all ages, with the chance to win great prizes. 

Love is in the Air at the Wildwoods Convention Center during the Wildwood Wedding Expo on Sunday, March 15th

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THE WILDWOODS - Wedding planning just got much easier!

The Wildwood Wedding Expo, produced by Plan It Expo, will be held Sunday, March 15, 2026, from 12 pm - 4 pm in the Oceanfront Arena at the Wildwoods Convention Center.

For more than 30 years, Plan It Expo has been helping couples across New Jersey and nationally create unforgettable weddings, and this year's Wildwood Wedding Expo promises to be their best event yet. Whether brides and grooms are just starting the wedding planning journey or finalizing the details, this event is a one-stop shop to help make the big day magical. 

Prepare to be swept away as Plan It Expo promises a remarkable array of choices and experiences. Bid farewell to the overwhelming wedding planning process and say hello to a day of pure wedding enchantment at the Wildwood Wedding Expo. 

Here's what to expect:

Experience the Luck of the Irish in the Wildwoods with St. Patrick's Day festivities on March 7th and March 14th

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THE WILDWOODS - Get LUCKY with lower room rates, less crowds and lots of charm when you visit the Wildwoods this March!

Enjoy back-to-back St. Patrick's Day celebration weekends in the Wildwoods on Saturdays, March 7 and 14, 2026. These two exciting and FREE events boast a celebration of tradition, community and Irish heritage.

Shore Avenue Coffee Co. brewing up a new tradition on the North Wildwood Boardwalk

A fresh concept is percolating on the north end...

Shore Avenue Coffee Co., a specialty cafe born out of the gourmet brand of the same name, is set to open this summer at 2106 Boardwalk.

The new venture is headed by siblings Jonny, Andrew and Stephanie Jenkins - Bucks County, PA natives who grew up making summer memories in Cape May County while helping their parents run the Fractured Prune.

Ken and Joanne Jenkins opened the popular specialty donut shop in Ocean City back in 2011, expanding to North Wildwood in 2017 and Sea Isle City in 2020. Shore Avenue Coffee Co. is setting up shop next door to the "Prune's" North Wildwood location, at 21st & Boardwalk.

Monsters Mayhem Zone Mini Golf in the Wildwoods, NJ nominated in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards Contest in the "Best Mini Golf' category

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THE WILDWOODS - Monsters Mayhem Zone Mini Golf has been nominated in the category of "Best Mini Golf" in USA Today's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards!

The mini golf attraction was nominated by industry experts and USA Today contributors. Voting is open until Monday, March 9 at noon. Contest winners will be announced on Wednesday, March 18 at noon.

Fans are encouraged to vote today and every day for Monsters Mayhem Zone here:

North Wildwood's annual Fallen Hero Plunge set for Saturday, February 28th

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THE WILDWOODS - Get freezin' for a reason during the 19th Annual Fallen Hero Plunge in North Wildwood on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

This year's event will take place at 10:45 am on the 15th Street Beach in North Wildwood. Take a dip in the water and celebrate a great cause at participating restaurants.

The Fallen Hero Plunge is dedicated to the memory of law enforcement heroes who lost their lives in the line of duty. Proceeds from this event will benefit the families of these fallen heroes. 

Registration for the plunge is open and can be found at FallenHeroPlunge.com.

The Wildwoods Convention Center hosts winter cheerleading competitions in February and March

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THE WILDWOODS - Get ready for high-flying stunts, dazzling choreography and incredible displays of athleticism!

The Wildwoods Convention Center is thrilled to host an amazing lineup of athletic and talented cheerleaders from around the country competing in various championships during the months of February and March.

These events showcase the best regional cheer and dance, featuring talented young athletes performing complex stunts, intricate tumbling passes and highly entertaining routines synchronized to music and sound effects. Experience teamwork, precision, strength and spirit on full display as teams compete for top honors in a vibrant setting. 

The Wildwoods Convention Center provides a perfect oceanfront setting, offering stunning views and ample space to accommodate the athletes, coaches and large crowds of supportive fans. Whether a cheer enthusiast, a proud family member or just looking for a high-energy sporting event, these championships promise to be a thrilling experience for all spectators.