Best Things to Do in Wildwood – Events & Attractions

Discover the best things to do in Wildwood, NJ!

GREATER WILDWOODS TOURISM IMPROVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

From pristine beaches and boardwalk fun to top-rated family-friendly attractions, this list covers the best events, festivals, restaurants, and outdoor activities, including street fairs, scenic bike trails, and iconic landmarks like the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse in The Wildwoods (Wildwood, North Wildwood, Wildwood Crest, West Wildwood and Lower Twp.

Top AttractionsMorey’s Piers, Splash Zone Waterpark, Doo Wop Museum Experience, Honky Tonk Saloon, MudHen Brewing Co., Madison Resorts, Hereford Inlet Lighthouse, Wildwoods Convention Center, Sightseers Trams
🔹 Outdoor Adventures – Free beaches (dog-friendly, too!), Sunset Lake, crabbing and fishing, parks
🔹 Upcoming EventsBarefoot Country Music Festival, boardwalk festivals, concerts, family-friendly activities Whether you’re searching for “things to do in Wildwood 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 Wildwood adventure!

Best Things to Do in Wildwood

The Country’s Best Boardwalk is in New Jersey, According to USA Today Readers

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Barefoot Country Music Fest 2025 Lineup Revealed—See Who’s Performing!

One of the biggest country music concerts along the beach announced its daily lineup! Top act Lainey Wilson will headline The Barefoot Country Music Fest...

Another Free Airshow is Coming to The Jersey Shore – This Time, to Wildwood

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NJ is Home to One of The Best Pop Culture Museums in the Country, USA Today Says

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This NJ Resort Was Voted Best New Hotel by USA Today Readers (And We Agree!)

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20 Family-Friendly Things to Do in the Wildwoods in the Fall

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Hundreds of Sculptors To Make Masterpieces from the Sand in Wildwood Crest

If you loved making sand castles on the beach as a kid, the Wildwood Crest Amateur Sand Sculpting Festival will take you back to...

Luke Bryan is Headlining This Weekend’s Barefoot Country Music Festival in Wildwood

Luke Bryan is the top headliner of the Barefoot Country Music Festival, which returns to Wildwood this weekend. Bryan will join more than 40...

The Wildwoods’ Newest (And Largest) Resort is a Bit Doo-Wop, a Bit Modern

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Wildwood Calendar of Events

NJ Events Calendar

Tournament of Bands Indoor Championships

Wildwoods Convention Center 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ, United States

Atlantic Coast Championships featuring 225 competitive scholastic and independent units from nine states in the mid-Atlantic region, with performers of all ages, as they compete in color guard, percussion ensemble, […]

TBA

Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show

Wildwoods Boardwalk Spicer Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

Cruise into spring with the Spring Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show on the iconic Wildwoods Boardwalk. All makes and models, 15 years old and older, will be […]

Free to attend

Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival

Byrne Plaza 3400 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

This free, family-friendly event is filled with live music, food, unique crafts, and a beer garden. Music by Electric Beach Band, 99 Reasons and ICandee. There will be an award […]

Free

Stampede Rodeo

East Baker Avenue East Baker Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

The weekend consists of two shows, one each evening at 7 pm on the beach at East Baker Avenue in Wildwood. During the performances, the event will feature girls’ barrel […]

Larger Than Life

Madison Resorts 7201 Ocean Ave., Wildwood Crest, NJ, United States

Larger Than Life is coming back to Madison Resorts for a boy band performance by the Ocean Tower pool. The high-energy, family-friendly show features hits from NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, One […]

Wildwoods International Kite Festival

Wildwoods Convention Center 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ, United States

The event begins on Friday at 12 pm outside of the Wildwoods Convention Center. Festivities include the opening of the Kite Sales Tent, Friday Night Social via the local kite […]

Free

Wildwoods International Kite Festival

Rio Grande Avenue beach Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

After the Unlocking of the Beach ceremony at the Rio Grande Avenue beach area the World, the Indoor Kite Competition and Performance takes place inside and out on the sand.

Flags of Liberty Ceremony

Wildwoods Boardwalk Spicer Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

Flags of Liberty is a moving patriotic event honoring the memories of our deceased veterans. In 2024, over 70 veterans were honored by unfurling their casket flags simultaneously on the […]

Free

Boardwalk Craft Shows in Wildwood

Wildwoods Boardwalk Spicer Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

These events showcase an array of artisans and crafters, offering everything from handcrafted jewelry and home décor to unique artwork and beach-inspired treasures. The shows are held on select weekends, with hours from 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and 9 am to 3 pm Sunday. 2025 Craft Show Dates May 24 & 25: Memorial […]

Free

Boardwalk Craft Shows in Wildwood

Wildwoods Boardwalk Spicer Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, United States

These events showcase an array of artisans and crafters, offering everything from handcrafted jewelry and home décor to unique artwork and beach-inspired treasures. The shows are held on select weekends, with hours from 9 am to 5 pm Saturday and 9 am to 3 pm Sunday. 2025 Craft Show Dates May 24 & 25: Memorial […]

Free

North Wildwood Memorial Day Ceremony

North Wildwood North Wildwood, NJ, United States

A Memorial Day Ceremony hosted by the VFW Post 5941 will be held on May 26 at Veterans Memorial Park, located at Spruce and New York avenues in North Wildwood. […]

Free

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