Smithville - Shore Local Newsmagazine

December in Smithville is a winter wonderland

by shorelocalnews | Dec 18, 2025 | Events & Happenings, Atlantic County, Features, Smithville, South Jersey

When you get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, plan a day at Smithville to slow it down, enjoy your family and be reminded of the simpler pleasures of the holidays. Smithville in December is just what your holidays need! Store Hours Monday, Tuesday,...

Witches cast a spell over Historic Smithville

by shorelocalnews | Oct 30, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Events & Happenings, Smithville, South Jersey

Witches took over Historic Smithville on Sunday, Oct. 26, for the annual Witch’s Day Out, one of the village’s popular fall traditions. Dressed in pointed hats, capes and glittering costumes, hundreds of participants filled the cobblestone walkways, transforming the...

Pet parade brings Halloween fun to Historic Smithville

by shorelocalnews | Oct 23, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Events & Happenings, Pets, Smithville, South Jersey, Wahoo

Costumed pets and their proud owners took to the village green for the 11th Annual Paw Dazzle Halloween Pet Parade. Dozens of dogs, cats, and even a few exotic pets strutted their stuff in creative costumes ranging from spooky to silly, delighting the large crowd of...

Historic Smithville: How one couple created a town

by Rebecca Oldham | Jul 10, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, History, Smithville, South Jersey

While Smithville is known for its local charm and small-town shops, few know of its true origin. The weekend getaway destination, with a quaint bed and breakfast, six eateries, and plenty of homemade baked goods, actually gained its start with only one building. In...

Smithville Parade draws thousands for Fourth of July celebration

by Michael | Jul 10, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Entertainment, Smithville, South Jersey

Thousands gathered in Historic Smithville last weekend to celebrate Independence Day with one of South Jersey’s most spirited traditions — the annual Fourth of July Parade. With more than 170 participating groups, the event was among the largest in New Jersey and...

Smithville Mayfest celebrates small businesses and community fun

by Rebecca Oldham | May 22, 2025 | Smithville, Atlantic County, Entertainment, Features, South Jersey

From crocheted stuffed animals to homemade pickles and original artwork, Historic Smithville once again hosted another successful Mayfest. The two-day event, held Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, featured over 100 vendors, an international food court and a lineup of...