Best Things to Do in Seaside Heights – Events & Attractions

ISTOCK.COM/KIRKIRIS / Seaside Heights

Discover the best things to do in Seaside Heights, NJ!

From the boardwalk and water park to other top-rated family-friendly attractions, this list covers Seaside Heights‘ best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities, including arcades, relaxing on the beach, and watching fireworks in the summertime

🔹 Top AttractionsSeaside Heights Boardwalk, Breakwater Beach Waterpark, Casino Pier Amusement Park, Lucky Leo’s, souvenir shops, Hemingway’s Café, The Saw Mill
🔹 Outdoor Adventures – Beach days, walking along the boardwalk, fishing, crabbing, boating, midway games, go-karts, mini golf
🔹 Upcoming Events – Seasonal festivals, concerts, family-friendly activities, summertime fireworks, St. Patrick’s Day parade, Polar Bear Plunge; and free things to do on the Pier Stage, like princess meet-and-greets, sing-alongs, magic and cirque shows, wild animal exhibits, etc.

Whether you’re searching for “things to do in Seaside Heights this weekend,” kid-friendly activities or seasonal events, we’ve got you covered. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings and plan your perfect Seaside Heights adventure!

Best Things to Do in Seaside Heights

6 Unforgettable Outdoor Adventures to Take in NJ This Spring

From wildflowers and Osprey to Peregrine falcons and river otters, New Jersey’s 4,500-plus miles of trails offer plenty of springtime adventures for hardcore hikers,...

This New Jersey County Was Just Named the Best Vacation Home Spot in the U.S.

If you don't have a home along the Jersey Shore (like most of us), chances are you've dreamed of owning one. A recent study...

Things to Do in Seaside Heights With the Kids

No summer is complete without a visit to the Jersey Shore, but Seaside Heights has a lot to offer the entire family year-round, too. ...

This Shore Spot Was Named One of the Best Small Towns in America

With spring approaching, we're counting down the days till we get to spend them at the Jersey Shore. And one of our favorite Shore...

3 NJ Beaches Named Among Best ‘Secret’ Beaches in U.S.

When you find a great place, you naturally want to tell all your friends. But maybe you shouldn't! Three NJ beaches were just named...

NJ Mom Is Fourth Person in the U.S. to Undergo Clinical Trial For Colorectal Cancer

Kelly Spill was having a normal pregnancy until the eighth month, when she noticed blood in her stool. Her doctor thought it was a...

Take a Spin Class on the Boardwalk This Summer

Seaside Heights is known for its expansive boardwalk, Casino Pier rides and great Jersey Shore food options, but did you also know there is...

Snooki is Opening a New Store in Seaside Heights

Snooki Shop is coming to Seaside Heights! Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi, former star of MTV's "Jersey Shore" and "Jersey Shore Vacation" announced her store will...

The Best Beaches for Families in NJ

Our favorite family-friendly sandy spots on the Jersey Shore

Seaside Heights Calendar of Events

NJ Events Calendar

First Responders Day

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Essential first responders who show valid ID (firefighters, police, military, nurses, doctors, EMTs) and their immediate family members (spouse and children) will receive a free Unlimited Ride Wristband from 2-7 […]

Free

Meet & Greet Mondays at Casino Pier

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Characters appear for free photos on Mondays from 2-4 pm near the Ferris Wheel. There will also be free face painting.

Free

Meet & Greet Mondays at Casino Pier

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Characters appear for free photos on Mondays from 2-4 pm near the Ferris Wheel. There will also be free face painting.  

Free

Meet & Greet Mondays at Casino Pier

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Characters appear for free photos on Mondays from 2-4 pm near the Ferris Wheel. There will also be free face painting.

Free

Pirate School! Show

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

“Pirate School: Sea Dreams!” is madcap solo family show that allows kids the chance to live out their dreams of swashbuckling adventure. Led by the bumbling pirate professor, Billy Bones, […]

Free

Rizzo’s Wildlife World Animal Show

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Rizzo’s Wildlife World will bring a variety of exotic animals to the Pier Stage for a free show of snakes, lizards, frogs, turtles, insects and small mammals, as well as […]

Free

Family Fun Night Slides

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

The waterpark is open late (weather permitting) so you can slide until 8 pm. A DJ will be playing. Cost is $20 from 5-7 pm.  

$20

Pirate School! Show

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

“Pirate School: Sea Dreams!” is madcap solo family show that allows kids the chance to live out their dreams of swashbuckling adventure. Led by the bumbling pirate professor, Billy Bones, […]

Free

Mermazing Mermaids

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Meet & Greet with the Mermaids at Breakwater Beach Waterpark! A mermaid will be at the Lighthouse Cove (by the Perfect Storm attraction) and the Waterfalls (by Tradewinds) from 11am-12pm! […]

Free

Princess Fridays

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Bring your little princess to meet their favorite princess on Casino Pier, with sing-alongs and meet-and-greets. The shows take place on Fridays in July and August from 4 to 5 […]

Free

Meet & Greet Mondays at Casino Pier

Casino Pier at Seaside Heights Seaside Heights, United States

Characters appear for free photos on Mondays from 2-4 pm near the Ferris Wheel. There will also be free face painting.

Free

Latest article