Multi-day Events
‘Fame the Musical’ Presented by OCTC
- Friday, July 17 & Saturday, July 18, 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
This high-octane musical features the Academy Award-winning title song along with a host of other catchy pop numbers, reaching new generations of performers and audience members. Visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com for more information.
Fool Moon Theatre Presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’
- Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 26
Margate Community Church, 8100 Ventnor Avenue, Margate
This hard-hitting performance is guaranteed to entertain audiences with one show-stopping song and dance number after another. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person, $30 for seniors, and $20 for students and may be purchased at the door or by visiting www.foolmoontheatre.org.
Play Readings and a Play
- Friday, July 24, 5:30 p.m. & Saturday, July 25, 12:30 p.m.
John F. Scarpa Academic Center, 3711 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City
The South Jersey Players and its cultural partner, Players and Playwrights by the Jersey Shore, are collaborating for a weekend of playreadings and a play with a buffet dinner. The production will be held in the Fannie Lou Hamer Event Room at Stockton University’s Atlantic City campus. Tickets are $40 per person. For reservations, please call 347-920-6399.
Ocean City Beach Walks
- Tuesdays, 9 a.m., Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.
59th Street Beach
Join Ocean City for their weekly guided beach walks this summer. Volunteer beachguides will share information on a variety of topics, including shells, birds, the ocean, beach vegetation, and more. Tours run for approximately one hour. Meet at the entrance to Corson’s Inlet State Park at 59th Street and Central Avenue.
Family Nights
- Mondays and Wednesdays, 7 – 9 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk from Sixth to Fourteenth Streets
Families are invited to the boardwalk for an evening of entertainment, including magicians, music, characters, and more. For details, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Mummers Nights
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 – 9 p.m.
Ocean City Boardwalk from Sixth to Fourteenth Streets
See the Mummers strut the boardwalk every Thursday night this summer, beginning at Sixth and 14th Streets and meeting at 10th Street. For details, visit www.oceancityvacation.com.
Market Days in Ocean City
- Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Asbury Avenue from Sixth to Fourteenth Streets
Join Ocean City for Market Days every Thursday for strolling entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, and more.
Thursday, July 16
Thrilling Thursday Movies on the Beach
- 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Huntington Avenue Beach, Margate
Enjoy a free movie on the beach to end the day every Thursday between the bulkhead and dunes. Grab your beach chairs and blankets and watch ‘Dog Man’ on screen this Thursday, July 16. Plus, mark your calendars for a screening of the newest ‘Smurfs’ movie on July 23. Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for free kids crafts from Lucy the Elephant. The movie will begin at approximately 7 p.m.
Friday, July 17
Beach Exercise: Low Impact
- 8 – 9 a.m.
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
Meet on the beach between the boardwalk and volleyball courts for free Low Impact exercise classes every Friday. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
Ocean City Walking Club
- 8 – 10 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
People of all ages and fitness levels are encouraged to meet outside the ticket booth at the Music Pier to walk the length of the boardwalk. Stay active, meet friends, and enjoy the ocean breeze. Weather permitting.
Saturday, July 18
Skate AC’s Uptown Takeover
- 2 p.m.
201 N. Massachusetts Ave., Atlantic City
The event features skate demos beginning at 2 p.m. with professional skateboarders including Brandon Westgate, Ronnie Kessner, Blake Carpenter, Ish Cepeda and more. Cash prizes and a best trick contest begin at 4 p.m. Live music by Pool Scum starts at 6 p.m., with food available from Sadboyz. Admission is free.
Lucy the Elephant Birthday Celebration
- 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
Lucy the Elephant, Margate
Celebrate Lucy the Elephant’s 145th birthday, the 50th anniversary of her designation as a National Historic Landmark and America’s 250th birthday. The family-friendly event features inflatable attractions, the Lucy Express Trackless Train, mini golf, food vendors, birthday festivities at 3 p.m. with donuts, commemorative merchandise and tours inside the landmark throughout the day. Atlantic Avenue will be closed to eastbound traffic from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Huge Book Sale
- 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Atlantic County Historical Society Museum, 907 Shore Road, Somers Point
Join ACHS next Saturday for their summer book sale. Hundreds of books, postcards, magazines, and puzzles will be available and priced to sell. The museum is located next to Somers Mansion.
Parrot Head Party
- 5 – 10 p.m.
Brigantine VFW, 121 31st Street S.
The Brigantine VFW invites the public to join their Parrot Head Party. Escape to Margaritaville and enjoy live music by Sounds of the Islands Steel Drums, along with a delicious buffet menu.
EHT Movies in the Park
- 6 p.m.
Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park
Mark your calendars and pack your beach chairs and blankets for a movie night in the park. Watch the latest Lilo & Stitch movie with family and friends. Sponsored by EHT Clean Communities.
Sunday, July 19
Zumba at the Library
- 11 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Join Longport Library for a fun morning of dancing and exercising. Please call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Simply The Best: The Music of Tina Turner
- 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
‘Simply the Best’ celebrates the stories and songs that made Tina Turner one of the greatest performers around the globe. Performed by Grammy Award winning vocalist Tamika Lawrence and Broadway’s Shaleah Adkisson, this show celebrates the iconic singer’s star-studded career. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com for more information.
Monday, July 20
Beach Exercise: Yoga
- 8 – 9 a.m.
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
Meet on the beach between the boardwalk and volleyball courts for free Yoga classes every Monday. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
EHT Monday Morning Madness
- 11 a.m.
Robert J. Lincoln Amphitheater at Tony Canale Park
Bring your family and friends and join EHT Recreation for Monday Morning Madness. This week, Tuckers’ Tales presents a theatrical performance of “It’s the Wolf.”
Penguins at the Library
- 6 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Join Longport Library as they welcome some cool guests from Jenkinson’s Aquarium. Please call 609-487-7403 for more information.
Somers Point Kid Concerts on the Beach
- 6:30 p.m.
William Morrow Beach, 800 Bay Avenue
Join Somers Point Recreation every Monday for free summer kids concerts on the beach. Bring your beach chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of live music by Mark Rust along with free family-friendly activities.
Judy Collins and Richard Thompson
- 7 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Singer-songwriters Judy Collins and Richard Thompson will perform live on-stage at the Music Pier this Monday. Inspired by artists such as Woody Guthrie and Pete Seeger, Collins has released more than 25 studio albums and numerous live recordings. Thompson is a renowned singer-songwriter who is acclaimed as one of the top guitarists of all time. Visit www.ocnj.us/summerconcertseries for more information and to purchase tickets. Produced by BRE Presents.
America 250: Lights Over Ocean City Drone Show
- 9 p.m.
Ocean City Beach and Boardwalk South of Sixth Street
Ocean City celebrates the 250th anniversary of our nation with a weekly patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk. The show will feature hundreds of drones lighting up the night sky, creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute shows will be held after dusk on Mondays through Aug. 24.
Tuesday, July 21
Funtastic Tuesdays in Ocean City
- 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Asbury Avenue from Sixth to Fourteenth Streets
Join Ocean City for Funtastic Tuesdays every week, featuring strolling entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors, and more.
The Berenstain Bears Presented by OCTC
- 10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Join Ocean City Theatre Company as the classic Berenstain Bears books come to life in an entertaining way. This performance will weave together stories from the beloved children’s series, allowing each of the tales to leap seamlessly from the pages to the stage. Visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com for more information.
Music Bingo at the Library
- 6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Join Longport Library for a fun-filled evening of music bingo with prizes and great company. Please call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
Senior Dance Society
- 7 – 9:30 p.m.
Somers Point Fire Co. No. 1, 447 Bethel Road
Join in the fun and enjoy an evening of dancing with live music duos every Tuesdays. Activities include social dancing, line dancing, dance mixers and more. For more information, contact Sharon at kookiecar@yahoo.com.
Wednesday, July 22
Beach Exercise: Pilates
- 8 – 9 a.m.
6th Street Beach, Ocean City
Meet on the beach between the boardwalk and volleyball courts for free Pilates every Wednesday. Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
Wacky Wednesday: Christmas in July
- 10:30 a.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special craft and a visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Visit with Santa from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. and enjoy the sounds of the season with Christmas Music Bingo at 11 a.m. Participants must be present at the Music Pier at 10:30 a.m. to participate.
Wacky Wednesdays at Absecon Lighthouse
- 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
31 S. Rhode Island Avenue
Join Absecon Lighthouse all summer as they host Wacky Wednesdays. Free for kids with regular admission. Enjoy crafts and activities, coloring fun for all ages, and new themes weekly, including the Salty Sea, Pirates & Mermaids, and Fairy Tales.
34th Street Summer Series
- 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Sandcastle Park, 3401 West Avenue
Join Ocean City for an evening of family-friendly entertainment. Activities include themed entertainment, live performances, face painters, and balloon makers. The Summer Series will be held Wednesdays through Aug. 19.
The Jersey Tenors
- 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Join the Friends of the Ocean City Pops as they welcome The Jersey Tenors, the newest opera/rock mash-up sensation. The group creates an immersive blend of iconic opera classics alongside rock giants like Queen, Bon Jovi, and Elton John. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com for more information.
Thursday, July 23
Throwback Thursday with JFS Village
- 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Beth El Synagogue, 500 N. Jerome Avenue, Margate
Join the Jewish Federation of Atlantic & Cape May Counties and JFS Village for a special program that will showcase the captivating journey of South Jersey’s Jewish past. This program will focus on the lost shuls of the Pine Barrons. RSVP by July 17 by emailing tserota@jfsvillage.org or call 609-287-8872.
Absecon Galloway Rotary Club Meetings
- 6 p.m.
Gourmet Italian Restaurant, 324 South Pitney Road, Galloway.
Learn more about Rotary, how they serve our local community, and meet local community members. For club information, go to www.facebook.com/AbseconGallowayRotary or email Rose McCarthy, Club President, at bluerose46@aol.com.
Friday, July 24
Memoir Workshop with JFS Village
- 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Katz JCC, 501 N. Jerome Avenue, Margate
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history, and ancestry. Plus, learn how to publish your work. A laptop or pen and paper is needed for this workshop. RSVP by July 22 by emailing tserota@jfsvillage.org or call 609-287-8872.
Smithville Car Cruise
- 5 – 8 p.m.
Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Road
Cruise over to Smithville and hang out with fellow car enthusiasts. Drive to the side parking lot of the Village Green near the red-covered bridge, and look for the orange cones set up. Move a cone and park your ride. Visit www.historicsmithville.com for more information.
Saturday, July 25
Night in Venice 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk
8 a.m.
19th Street and Haven Avenue, Ocean City
One of Ocean City’s newest events, the Night in Venice 5K and 1 Mile Walk will start and finish along the bike path. Race-day registration will open next Saturday at the 19th Street Basketball Courts behind the Intermediate School. All proceeds benefit the Ocean City Boys & Girls Cross Country and Track & Field Boosters. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/OceanCity/Nightinvenice5k for more information.
Live Q&A with Randy Quaid and Christmas Vacation Screening
- 12 p.m.
Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue
The Night in Venice Committee welcomes beloved actor Randy Quaid, star of Cousin Eddie in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, for an afternoon of laughs, memories, and holiday cheer. Enjoy a screening of the classic film at 12 p.m. followed by a live Q&A. Meet and greets, including commemorative photos and signed posters, will be available. Visit www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice for tickets.
Donny Fund Day
- 4:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Yacht Club of Pleasantville, 344 E. Bayview Avenue
The 32nd Annual Donny Funday Day will take place along with their annual Cardboard Boat Regatta. Attendees will enjoy a buffet by Hannah G’s and full evening of activities, with all proceeds benefiting The Donny Fund for kids with special needs. Contact John Glassey at 609-641-8666 or email drjgfromac@aol.com for more information.
Ocean City Night in Venice
- 6:30 p.m.
Ocean City Bay from Battersea Road to Tennessee Avenue
The 71st Annual Night in Venice celebration will mark the 250th anniversary of the United States and Christmas in July with “Stars, Stripes, and Christmas Lights.” Enjoy a parade of beautifully decorated boats, with a special guest appearance by this year’s grand marshal, actor Randy Quaid, best known as the character of Cousin Eddie in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, along with a fireworks display following the parade. Visit www.ocnj.us/niv for additional information.
Health and Wellness
Depression and Anxiety Group
- Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Atlantic Community Wellness Center 1125 Atlantic Ave. Suite 617, Atlantic City
This weekly in-person support group is offered to individuals seeking coping strategies, mutual support, self-care, wellness, and recovery. Meetings are led by peers who have lived experience. No cost to participate. Offered by the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County. For more information, call 609-652-3800 or email jgimbel@mhanj.org.
Dementia Support Group
- Wednesday, August 5, 1:30 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Community Center 5045 English Creek Ave.
Held on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Call Diane Conover at 609-402-6966 for more information.
NAMI Connections and Family Support Groups
- Monday, August 10, 7 p.m.
St. Joseph Church, 606 Shore Road, Somers Point
NAMI of Atlantic/Cape May offers free self-help, peer led support groups for family members, caregivers, and friends of individuals over the age of 18 living with a mental illness. Family Support and Connections groups meet on the second Monday of each month. Please visit www.namiacm.org for further information.
Do you have an upcoming event? Let us know about it! Submit your next event to shorelocalevents@gmail.com.
