Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant. The original beauty contest for crustaceans. The winner receives the Coveted Cucumber Rind Cup and gets to walk down a flowery runway. At the 6th St. Beach. Followed by the Hermit Crab Races
Aug 18
Atlantic Highlands
Beach Fest 2018. For the first time ever, 2000 tons of sand will be trucked in and the Atlantic Highlands Harbor Beach will be created! Sand Castle Competitions, Family/team Tug-O-War with prizes, Live Music, Bucket Brigades, Kids activities, Vendors, Food, Snacks, Crafters, Beer & Wine Garden, Entertainers, FREE KIDS FISHING DERBY! 12-7pm.
Aug 22
Atlantic City
Atlantic City Airshow. Thunder Over the Boardwalk presented by GEICO over the AC beaches. This years show will feature the USAF Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights, Geico Skytypers and many other military and civilian acts.
Aug 24
Wildwood
Wildwoods End of Summer Beach Bash and Bonfire. Rio Grande Ave & the Beach from 6pm until 10pm. Guests are invited to stay to watch the Friday Night Fireworks Spectacular at 10pm. Don't miss out on a Game Garden, S'mores Pits, and food and beverage
Aug 25
North Wildwood
Tri the Wildwoods Triathlon, 5K & Kids Tri. 15th Avenue and the beach. Sprint Triathlon: 1/4 mile swim, 10 mile bike, and 3.1 mile beach run. International Tri: .6 mile swim, 18.5 mile bike & 5 mile run. Or participate in only the 5K beach run. Also Wild Child Splash & Dash for ages 7-15: .25 mile swim, 2 mile bike, 1 mile run
Aug 25
Long Branch
Long Branch Jazz and Blues Festival. The Great Lawn, 12-9pm. Vendors of exotic and regional NJ food, ! Features well-known jazz and blues artists, Kid's Activities, the Beach, and Fireworks at 10.
Sep 2
Wildwood
Wildwood Block Party and Music Festival. Fox Park on Ocean Avenue, between Burk and Montgomery from 11am to 11pm. A family festival including crafts, games, rides, great food and continuous FREE live entertainment.
Aug 31-Sep 3
Cape May
22th Annual AirFest. Featuring WWII aircraft: B-24 Liberator, B-17 Flying Fortress, B-25 Mitchell, P-51 Mustang, etc. Vendors, exhibitors, music, food, and much more
Aug 31-Sep 3
Stone Harbor
Autumn de Forest at Ocean Galleries. The Discovery Channel has called Autumn an "artistic genius" and she has been confirmed as a "profound artistic prodigy" by a leading child prodigy researcher. De Forest's art education originated with studying the Masters, inspired by Warhol, Picasso, O'Keeffe, Matisse, Lichtenstein, and others. Meet the 16-year-old artist at receptions 6-10pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Wednesday, August 15, 2018 New Jersey Craft Breweries: Cypress Brewing Review Our review of Cypress Brewing, a New Jersey craft brewery in Edison NJ. We describe most of the beers they had on tap in August 2018, including a couple of delicious IPAs. Tuesday, August 14, 2018 12 Favorite Restaurants for Outdoor Dining at the Jersey Shore A look at some of Jersey Shore's favorite outdoor restaurants and bars. Looking for a quick bite and a few drinks on a hot summer day? Check out this overview of where to go, with short reviews. Monday, August 13, 2018 Jersey Shore Breweries: Icarus Brewing Review Our review of Icarus Brewing in Lakewood, close to the Jersey Shore beaches of Point Pleasant and Bay Head. Lots of delicious IPAs available in a nice location - with food! Friday, August 3, 2018 30 Best Deals on August/September Rentals at the Jersey Shore If you’re still looking for summer rentals there are a few last minute deals available. You can go to www.ShoreVacations.com and find more special rates and discounts, but you have to act quick! Here are some of the best special offers and discounted rates for August, Labor Day and September vacation rentals at the Jersey Shore in 2018 (for Labor Day specials, read till the end).
