Something for Everyone at The Jersey Shore
By Krystle J. Bailey
It’s summertime and you’re hanging out on the Jersey Shore. The kids are out of school, the days are long, and you find yourself Googling “what to do today in South Jersey.”
Let us help! Here are some fun ideas for your 2018 Summer.
Relax For a Bit:
Take some time for yourself this summer at a day spa. The Lavender Lemon for Two at Serenity Massage Spa in Somers Point is a great 60 minute option that includes warm stones and lavender scrubs to relax all of your senses. You can also check out their “mermaid for a day” treatment that includes a massage and a coconut papaya facial.
The casinos and resorts in Atlantic City offer full service spas as well. The Ocean Resort and Hard Rock Hotel and Casino will both be opening brand new spas for your enjoyment. Their neighboring casino hotels also offer wonderful amenities and summer spa specials. The Golden Nugget Spa offers a vitamin enriched Cucumber Avocado Refresher facial. Follow that up with a visit to their rooftop pool for a full day of relaxation.
Continuing your day of relaxation, there are so many places in the area to experience yoga and meditation. Every Saturday morning at 11:00am, you can participate in yoga with Yogini Samuel at Enlightened Cafe on Ventnor Ave in Ventnor. This class is donation based. $10 donations are suggested. Om Room Yoga in Somers Point offers a variety of classes in a welcoming environment. Grow Yoga in Galloway, Grace and Glory Yoga in Northfield, and the Leadership Studio in Atlantic City are all great places for a drop in baptiste style yoga class that will awaken your body, mind, and spirit. Check out all of these great locations for class drop-in options.
Family Adventures:
There is family fun for all ages throughout South Jersey, whether you’re on the water or want to explore a little more inland. For the families with small children, Storybook Land in Egg Harbor Township has been keeping childhood imagination alive since 1955 with timeless storybook classics brought to life throughout the park via story, characters, rides, and more.
For more fun on the mainland, visit Historic Smithville where you can shop, dine, and play. Local shops offer unique toys, gifts, food, and memorabilia. Families can ride on the train around town, the carrousel, and the paddle boats. Restaurants like The Smithville Inn and the Smithville Bakery serve up fresh food daily. Visit Fred & Ethel’s restaurant for good food and over 30 craft and local beers. Live entertainment and weekend festivals can all be found in Smithville.
If you’re visiting Ventnor, Longport, or Margate, you will want to visit downbeachevents.com for a full list of events happening in the area. From concerts, to beach runs, BBQs, and sports camps. There is a full list of happenings in the downbeach area.
On the water, there is plenty to see and do as well. Try surfing lessons in Ocean City at 7th Street Surf Shop or in Atlantic City at A.C. Surf School. Rise above the water on a parasail with Fly OCNJ Parasail company in Ocean City. Hop on the water on the Atlantic City Cruises boat where you can dolphin watch or enjoy a happy hour cruise.
On or off the water, there is so much to do for your family on the Jersey Shore.
Adult Fun:
This June through July 13th, Atlantic City is hosting the AC Cocktail Challenge. Over 30 bars and restaurants are participating to create what will ultimately become Atlantic City’s signature cocktail. Check out www.shorelocalnews.com/cocktailchallenge for a full list of participants. Bring your friends to try them out, then vote for your favorite before July 13th!
Breweries, wineries, distilleries, oh my! Try one of the trending locations making local spirits. Learn about the processes during one of the facility tours, then responsibly enjoy a beverage or two at their bar.
Our favorites are Little Water Distillery in Atlantic City, Tuckahoe Brewing Co. in Egg Harbor Township, and Cape May Winery in Cape May.
Summer Concerts:
What is summer without outdoor music? Check out these 2018 Summer Concert Series.
Absecon Concerts in the Park
Sundays from 7-9pm at the Ben Graziano Pavilion at Heritage Park. Heritage Park is located at 500 Mill Rd. Absecon. Concerts run through August 13th.
Smithville Fife and Drum Corp.
June 17th, July 15th, August 19th, and September 16th from 1-2pm in Historic Smithville.
Somers Point Beach Concerts
Free Friday concerts starting at 7pm. Concerts are located on the beach at the William Morrow Beach / Municipal Beach Park located between Higbee and New Jersey Avenues on Bay Ave in Somers Point. Concerts run through September 8th.
On Monday nights, in the same location, there is also a Kids’ Concert Series with limbo, interactive songs, and dance. Concerts start July 14th at 6:30 pm and occur every Monday through August 14th.
Concerts at Ski Beach
Free concerts are held every other Friday through September 28th from 6-9pm with music varying from Indie Rock to Hip Hop and various genres in between. These concerts will be located at Ski Beach in Ventnor.
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