Multi-day Events
Rip Curl GromSearch
- 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Seventh Street Beach, Ocean City
Calling all groms; Rip Curl is coming to the beach this weekend for one of the most anticipated surfing events of the summer. Surfers under the age of 16 are invited to bring their best surfing skills and experience for this one-of-a-kind event. The top competitors will earn their place in the National Final, where the best of the best will compete for the 2026 title. Registration is open at www.ripcurl.com.
Yoga in the Park
- Monday – Thursday, 5:30 p.m.
O’Donnell Memorial Park, Atlantic City
Find your balance with free yoga classes through October. Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, these relaxing outdoor sessions offer the perfect way to unwind, recharge, and improve flexibility.
Thursday, August 20
Margate Community Farmers Market
- 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Steve & Cookie’s, Amherst & Monroe Avenues
The Margate Community Farmers Market features over twenty local vendors selling prepared food, baked goods, and more. Parking is available in the lot on Monroe Ave. The market is open on Thursdays through September 3.
Longport Hammer Row
- 6:30 p.m.
Seaview Harbor
As the end of the summer season approaches, Longport Beach Patrol hosts its annual Hammer Row. South Jersey beach patrols will participate in a multi-mile course spanning the back bays near Longport Bridge. Events will include the Doubles Row and Stand-Up Paddleboard race.
Nae Breeks Pipes and Drums
- 6:30 p.m.
William Morrow Beach, 800 Bay Avenue
Join Somers Point Recreation for their upcoming family-friendly kid’s concert. Bring your beach chairs and blankets for a fun-filled evening with Nae Breeks Bagpipes and Drums, along with a vocal and instrumental performance.
Thrilling Thursday Movies on the Beach
- 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Huntington Avenue Beach, Margate
Grab your beach chairs and blankets and watch ‘Wicked: For Good’ on screen this Thursday, August 20. Dress up as your favorite Wicked movie character and enjoy food from Tacocat. Plus, mark your calendars for the final Thrilling Thursday movie of the season next Thursday, August 27, with a screening of ‘Despicable Me 4’.
Josh Bassett Presents Jersey Magick
- 8 p.m.
Gateway by the Bay, 738 Bay Avenue, Somers Point
Rock artist Josh Bassett is a Somers Point native based in Los Angeles and Italy. The South Jersey musician will shine a light on his original music and the musicians that shaped his career. Audiences will enjoy an evening of new rock and Jersey Music Magick up-close. Tickets are available at www.gatewaybythebay.org.
Friday, August 21
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.
Ventnor City Farmers Market
- 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Newport & Atlantic Avenues
Over 70 farmers, food vendors, and crafters line the parking lot at St. James Church brims offering fresh, seasonal picks, delicious artisan foods, baked goods, beverages, and beautiful handmade wares. Visit vcfm.org for more information.
VCBP Goudy Lifeguard Races
- 6:30 p.m.
Suffolk Avenue Beach
The last major lifeguard race of the season will be held this Friday. The John T. Goudy Memorial Rescue Races welcome regional beach patrols in a skills-based lifesaving event. The competition will include the Doubles Surfboat Rescue, Individual Swim Rescue, Combination Rescue, and Individual Surfboat Rescue.
Legacy Concerts on the Beach in Somers Point
- 7 p.m.
William Morrow Beach, 800 Bay Avenue
Pack your beach chairs and blankets and head to the beach in Somers Point for an evening of local music featuring the Billy Walton Band along with the Plaid Salmon Horns. The concert is hosted by Tony Mart Presents.
Saturday, August 22
Brigantine Farmers Market
- 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Brigantine Community School, Sheridan Boulevard
Stop by the Brigantine Farmers Market on Saturdays for fresh produce, homemade food, specialty items, fresh-cut flowers, and appearances from local businesses and vendors. The market is open on Saturdays through Labor Day weekend.
Somers Point Farmers Market
- 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Somers Mansion, 1000 Shore Road
Dozens of local food vendors will set up along the grounds of the Mansion, along with crafters, and locally-owned businesses. The market is open Saturdays throughout the summer.
Theatre Arts Camp
- 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ventnor Cultural Arts Center, 6500 Atlantic Avenue
The South Jersey Players invite children ages 6-11 years old to their upcoming theater and arts camp. The program will include creative drama and theater arts activities designed to build acting skills for young performers. Registration is required. For more information, call Marlene at 347-920-6399.
Puppet Show for Kids
- 11 a.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Children and families are invited to a special Saturday morning puppet show. Seating is first come first served. Please call 609-487-7403 for more information.
Angels in Motion Designer Basket Bingo & Basket Raffle
- 6 p.m.
Our Lady of Sorrows Church, 724 Maple Avenue, Linwood
Join Angels in Motion for a fun night while supporting an amazing cause and lifesaving work. Tickets are $35 and includes ten games of bingo. Tickets and information are available at https://givebutter.com/angels-in-motion-april-purse-bingo-fundraiser-cenroh. For questions, please email aim.angelsinmotionnj@gmail.com or text 609-214-7090.
Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
- 6:30 p.m.
Newport Avenue Beach
The Summer Beach Jam concert series presents a Time Travelers Decades Show this Saturday. Celebrate the music and dance of the 60s, 70s, and 80s all in one spectacular stage performance. Bring your beach chairs and blankets for this free concert. The music will begin at 6:30 p.m. with food and vendors opening at 5:30 p.m.
Sketchy Film Premiere
- 7 p.m.
Ocean City Library, 1735 Simpson Avenue
Heritage Surf & Sport is teaming up with Rip Curl for the New Jersey premier of the latest surf film entitled ‘Sketchy’, starring world champion surfer Molly Picklum. The premiere will take place inside the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall, located inside the library at the 17th Street entrance. The event is free and open to all ages. Seating is first come first served.
Sunday, August 23
Egg Harbor Township Community Farmers Market
- 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
1 Swift Drive
EHT’s farmers market is open, featuring dozens of local vendors and businesses, amazing food, local crafters, and more. The market is open weekly through mid-October.
Risley Square Farmers Market
- 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
319 E. Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway
Shop for fresh produce, homemade goods, fresh baked treats, and more every Sunday at Risley Square. This vibrant outdoor market features dozens of local businesses and vendors. Explore the market every Sunday through September 27.
Duck Derby
- 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Amherst Avenue and the Bay at Washington Avenue
The annual Margate Duck Derby is back, and it’s a floating quack-a-palooza. Weights and numbered rubber ducks are dumped into the bay, in a closed course, and with a little help from the current ducks are funneled towards the finish line. Activities will begin at 11 a.m. along Washington Street Pier along with children’s activities, musical entertainment, and more. Prizes will be awarded for the top three finishers. Visit www.margatehasmore.com for more information.
The Three Tenors of Rock Opera with the Ocean City Pops
- 7:30 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Angel Gomez, Chris Lysack, and Robert Stahley join forces with Ocean City Pops Maestro Vince Lee for an evening of the most beloved music of all time by Verdi, Wagner, Puccini, and more. These Three Tenors will rock the Opera house with music ranging from Coldplay to The Beatles. Tickets are available at www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
Monday, August 24
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, pack your chairs and blankets and enjoy a Zoophoria Wildlife Experience.
Music Bingo
- 6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Test your musical knowledge with family, friends, and great company. Join Longport Library for a fun-filled evening of musical bingo. Winners will receive a special prize. Please call 609-487-7403 to register or learn more.
10,000 Maniacs
- 7 p.m.
Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk
Alt-rockers 10,000 Maniacs bring their iconic sound to the Music Pier stage. 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
It’s your last chance to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation with a patriotic drone show over the beach and boardwalk. Hundreds of drones will light up the night sky, creating animations that salute America. The 15-minute show will be held after dusk.
Tuesday, August 25
Concert at the Library
- 6:30 p.m.
Longport Library, 2305 Atlantic Avenue
Join Longport Library for an evening of live music featuring the Package Goods Orchestra. 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, August 26
Ocean City Farmers Market
- 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Ocean City Tabernacle, Sixth Street and Asbury Avenue
The Ocean City Farmers Market features dozens of local vendors selling fresh food, produce, flowers, iced coffee, and other specialty items, along with craft vendors in-attendance.
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.
Boardwalk Hall Organ Recital and Tour
- 10 a.m.
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
The Historic Organ Restoration Committee invites you to tour the largest pipe organ in the world, inside the walls of historic Boardwalk Hall. Attendees will tour the largest musical instrument in the world and enjoy a recital by Dylan David Shaw who will perform selections on the Midmer-Losh organ. The curator’s tour will start at 10 a.m. with the recital to follow at 12 p.m. Visit www.boardwalkorgans.org for more information.
Sunset at Ski Beach Outdoor Concert
- 6:30 p.m.
Ski Beach, Ventnor
Soak up the summer fun at Ski Beach this Wednesday with live music and good times by the bay. Bring your beach chairs and blankets and enjoy an evening of party favorites by The Exceptions. The concert will begin at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious array of food from local restaurants and food trucks, and visit out the on-site vendors starting at 5:30 p.m.
Health and Wellness
Overdose Awareness Day Event
- Friday, August 21, 5 – 8 p.m.
Angels in Motion Community Wellness Center, 2 W. Glendale Avenue, Pleasantville
The public is invited to attend this annual event that honors individuals who have overcome their battle with addiction while offering support, spreading awareness, and remembering those that we’ve lost. Local community organizations will be on site to provide information and resources to the community.
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, September 2, 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, September 14, 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.
