Crest cancels remainder of 2020 Summer Music Series

Wildwood Crest announced earlier today that the remainder of its 2020 Summer Music Series at Centennial Park has been cancelled, due to executive orders by Governor Phil Murphy limiting the number of people for outdoor gatherings.

The first few weeks of the series had been cancelled, with hopes that restrictions would be lifted to allow the concerts to resume; but, it was not to be.

Crest Mayor Don Cabrera released the following statement on his official Facebook page:

"It is with regret that Wildwood Crest has cancelled all live music shows at Centennial Park for the remainder of this year. I would like nothing more than to offer these concerts, but it appears the Governor's gatherings will stay limited to 500 for a while.

"Our concerts generally get well over 1,000 attendees. The amount of enforcement needed to maintain safe protocols and remain in compliance would be a major challenge for our small staff. Turning people away and engaging in conflict is not a good experience for anyone.

"As cases continue to rise in Cape May County, I would rather do our part so our businesses, residents and vacationers can enjoy what remains of the summer without another shutdown.

"Please know we always try to put your and our staff's safety first. Be upset if you must. Rather, let's try to focus on our priorities together and try to be happy with what is available for all of us to enjoy. It could be worse. Let's focus on 2021 and continue to do our part.

"Thank you for your cooperation and understanding."