Views from the Shore
If you’re spending most of the winter hunkered down at home, consider this your invitation to get back out and reconnect. On Saturday, March 7, from noon to 5 p.m., the Somers Paddy Crawl returns, serving up a pint o’ community spirit, and a whole lot of fun, throughout Somers Point.
Now in its fifth year, the Somers Paddy Crawl has become a welcome early-March tradition and an easy excuse to shake off winter hibernation. The idea is simple: gather some friends, pick a starting spot, and spend the afternoon moving from place to place, enjoying live music, food and drink specials, and the unmistakable energy that comes from a town fully leaning into the moment.
There’s no set route, which is part of the fun. You might start at one location, hop on a jitney to the next, run into friends you didn’t expect to see, and then cross paths again later in the afternoon. Conversations start, pause, and pick back up. Strangers become familiar faces. By the end of the day, it feels less like a bar crawl and more like a moving neighborhood party.
Last year, approximately 1,500 participants took part, and organizers expect a similar turnout this year. With eight participating locations, each offering its own music lineup and atmosphere, no two experiences are exactly the same. Participating locations include Anchorage Tavern; Caroline’s by the Bay; Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant; DiOrio’s Bar & Grill; Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar; Josie Kelly’s Public House; Somers Point Brewing Company; and the Somers Point VFW Post 2189.
Unlimited jitney service keeps the day flowing smoothly, allowing attendees to move safely and easily throughout Somers Point. Tickets include the official event t-shirt, jitney access, and entry into one of the most unique and well-organized crawls in the region.
The spirit of the day is summed up by the event’s guiding motto: “All craic, no arses.” In other words, everyone is there to have a good time—and to make sure nothing they do interferes with anyone else having a good time. It’s a simple idea, but one that helps keep the Somers Paddy Crawl fun, welcoming, and responsible.
Beyond the celebration, the crawl also gives back. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, Southern Branch, supporting food-insecure families throughout South Jersey.
In addition to the restaurants and bars, sponsors include Copiers Plus, Harrison Beverage, and the Somers Point Business Association, which proudly supports events that strengthen local business and bring people together.
As winter fades and spring comes into view, the Somers Paddy Crawl offers something we could all use right now: a reason to get out, reconnect, and enjoy Somers Point at its most lively.
For updates, follow the event on Facebook at Somers Paddy Crawl. To purchase tickets, visit https://buytickets.at/somerspaddycrawl.
Ticket options include:
- Participation wristband and official T-shirt for $32 plus fees
- Wristband and crew sweatshirt for $58 plus fees
- Wristband and hoodie for $62 plus fees
Brian Cahill is the Director of Marketing for Shore Medical Center. He is also on the Board of the Somers Point Business Association, an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business at Stockton University, and is a founding member of Somers Point-Community First, a local volunteer organization
