Bayfest is this Saturday, April 27 along historic Bay Avenue
More than 30,000 residents and visitors are expected to flock to Somers Point this Saturday for Bayfest, offering fun for all ages. The event runs 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. along Bay Avenue from Pleasant Avenue to Annie Avenue.
For the kids, Bayfest features giveaways, contests, pony rides, a petting zoo, bouncy rides and inflatables, strolling entertainers and more. Children’s activities will be centered around the William Morrow Beach located between Higbee and New Jersey Avenues.
Grownups will enjoy browsing more than 90 unique crafter booths and listening to live music from Animal House, Dead Reckoning, The Somers Point Jazz Experience, and The Shore Thing Band.
When it’s time to refuel, 33 of the region’s most popular food vendors will be on hand along with 18 Grab and go Food vendors.
You can shop for jewelry and unique candles while snacking on baked goods or crab cakes.
Somers Point Bayfest was created to celebrate Earth Day and the environment. With that in mind, 21 Environmental/Nonprofit groups will line Bay Avenue, with information and displays.
Free giveaways include various gift certificates from some of our local restaurants, Bayfest apparel, a men’s bike and a women’s bike.
Shuttles will run on a continuous loop with pickup locations at Dawes Ave School, Jordan Rd. School, and Somers Point Firehouse Co.1 on Bethel Rd. All shuttles are ADA compliant.
Parking is available for a fee at the parking lot located on Harbor Lane.
