Denise Whalen Carey Crab Race at Casino Pier
August 23 @ 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Free
Artificial plastic crabs will be released from Patriot’s Plunge into the Revolutionary River at Breakwater Beach Waterpark in a race to benefit Sloan Kettering Cancer Center on August 23rd at 5PM at 800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights. The race will honor Denise Whalen, a former manager at Breakwater Beach who lost her battle with cancer.
May 2025 Events at the Jersey Shore
May is upon us here at the Jersey Shore, so get out the beach towels, unpack the box of spring + summer clothes, and get ahead on weekend planning. The warmer weather comes with an abundance of activities, including live concerts at Stone Pony, a vegan food truck festival, the opening of Hurricane Harbor at Six Flags, and much more. Read on to see the list of Jersey Shore events happening this May 2025. Don't forget: you can submit your community events to our calendar HERE.
Disclaimer: This is a community resource. Submit events HERE and view the full calendar HERE. The Jersey Shore Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated.
AEW Collision
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Saturday — May 3rd at 7PM
All Elite Wrestling hosts an epic night of professional wrestling at Atlantic City’s historic Adrian Phillips Theater at Boardwalk Hall. AEW Collision is an action-packed event taking place on Saturday, May 3rd. The evening features star-studded female and male wrestlers, and fans can expect to witness the athleticism, massive personalities, and exciting storylines that have made AEW a sensation.The wrestling event also includes a live broadcast of AEW Collision on TNT. Read more about the legendary AEW Collision night by clicking here. FYI: The event begins at 7PM, and doors open at 6PM.
Mother's Day Music Festival 2025
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
Saturday — May 10th at 7PM
The Mother’s Day Music Festival 2025 starts at 7PM on May 10th at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. Platinum Productions, a leading black-owned concert production company, hosts a night of legendary performances. For anyone seeking Mother’s Day weekend live entertainment, the festival promises to feature the best rhythm and blues music. The can’t-miss lineup features famous R+B artists Keith Sweat, Charlie Wilson, Jagged Edge, and Jon B, who will serenade the audience with their timeless hits. Click here to learn more about this Atlantic City rhythm and blues musical event.
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Grand Opening of Salvation Rooftop at The Asbury Hotel
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Join The Asbury Hotel for the grand opening of Salvation Rooftop on Thursday, May 1st at 210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park.
Cougars & Cubs Ball
The Tropicana
2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Stop by Boogie Nights Tropicana on the first Friday of every month for the Cougars & Cubs Ball. At midnight the cougar + cub of the month will be crowned.
$10
Lotus Lounge at Laylow Cocktail Lounge
Laylow Cocktail Lounge
603 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Join Laylow Cocktail Lounge at 603 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park, for a month of cocktails that don’t just play with the rules—they rewrite them. This takes place from April 3rd…
4th Annual Highlands Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl at Huddy Park
Huddy Park
329 Bay Ave #325, Highlands, New Jersey
The 4th Annual Highlands Fiesta de Mayo Cantina Crawl is on Saturday, May 3rd, from 12PM-5PM. This will take place at Huddy Park, located at 329 Bay Avenue, Highlands
Downtown Toms River Cinco de Mayo Festival
The downtown Toms River Cinco de Mayo Festival is on Washington Street. It’s happening on May 3rd from 12PM-6PM.
2025 Down + Derby Wine Festival at Cooper River Park – Veterans Island
Cooper River Park – Veterans Island
5300 North Park Drive, Pennsauken, NJ
The Fourth Annual Down + Derby Wine Festival will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from 2PM – 7PM at Veterans Island in Cooper River Park, located at 5300 North…
AEW Collision at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
All Elite Wrestling hosts an epic night of professional wrestling at Atlantic City’s historic Adrian Phillips Theater at Boardwalk Hall, located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. AEW Collision is an…
The Dandy Warhols at Stone Pony
The Stone Pony
913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
The Dandy Warhols will play at Asbury Park's Stone Pony, located at 913 Ocean Avenue North, on May 9th at 7PM.
IMPROV Comedy Show at Smodcastle Cinemas
SModcastle Cinemas
82 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands, NJ
Experience an unforgettable evening of unscripted hilarity on Friday, May 9th from 7PM - 9PM at Smodcastle Cinemas, located at 82 First Avenue, Atlantic Highlands.
NJ Audubon’s World Series Of Birding at Grand Hotel of Cape May
Grand Hotel of Cape May
1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May, NJ
NJ Audubon’s Word Series of Birding is happening on May 10th at the Grand Hotel of Cape May, located at 1045 Beach Avenue. Participants + teams will tally as many…
Emlen Physick Estate Mother’s Day Craft + Collectibles Show
Emlen Physick Estate
1048 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ
The estate, located at 1048 Washington Street, Cape May, is hosting an outdoor craft show on May 10th from 10AM until 4PM. At Emblen Physick Estate, Moms can browse crafts…
Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival at Byrne Plaza
Byrne Plaza
3400 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood, NJ
Wildwood’s Spring Fling Festival takes place in downtown Wildwood at Byrne Plaza, located at 3400 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood, on Saturday, May 10th. From 11AM to 7PM, mothers + their families…
Asbury Park Spring Bazaar at Convention Hall
Asbury Park Convention Hall
1300 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, NJ
Asbury Park’s Spring Bazaar is happening on Mother’s Day weekend. The event is held at the Convention Hall, located at 1300 Ocean Avenue, on Saturday (May 10th) and Sunday (May…
Mother’s Day Music Festival 2025 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
The Mother’s Day Music Festival 2025 starts at 7PM on May 10th at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, located at 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Platinum Productions, a leading black-owned concert production…
Sun Outdoors Mother’s Day Weekend
Sun Outdoors
491 US-9, Cape May, NJ
In honor of Mother’s Day, Sun Outdoors, located at 491 US-9, Cape May, will have themed events to treat all moms to fun + relaxation at the resort from May…
Mother’s Day at Sinner’s Steakhouse
Sinner’s Steakhouse
20 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Join Sinner’s Steakhouse, located at 20 Inlet Drive, Point Pleasant Beach, for Mother's Day on May 11th. The steakhouse will have its standard menu and specials; all mothers will receive…
Mother’s Day Eco Trip with American Canoe Association at Deal Lake Boat Ramp
Deal Lake Boat Ramp
801 7th Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
The Mother’s Day Eco Trip begins at the Asbury Park Boat Launch at 8AM and ends at 11AM on Mother’s Day, on May 11th, at Deal Lake Boat Ramp, located…
Mother’s Day Brunch at LBI National Golf + Resort
LBI National Golf + Resort
99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ
LBI National is a golf resort located at 99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor Township. It’s Mother’s Day Brunch will happen from 10:30AM until 4PM on May 11th.
Mother’s Day Brunch at ICONA Avalon
ICONA Avalon
7849 Dune Drive, Avalon, NJ
ICONA is a luxury hotel in Avalon with oceanfront views, located at 7849 Dune Drive. ICONA is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch on May 11th from 11AM until 3PM.
Free Admission for Mother’s Day at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
Jenkinson's Boardwalk
300 Ocean Avenue North, Point Pleasant, NJ
On Sunday, May 11th, starting at 12PM, moms receive free admission, with a paying child, to the Fun House, Ride Park, and Aquarium at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, located at 300 Ocean…
Asbury Park’s Spring Bazaar at The Asbury Hotel
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Asbury Park’s Spring Bazaar will also be held at The Asbury Hotel, located at 210 Fifth Avenue, on Sunday (May 11th) from 12PM until 5PM.
2025 Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival at Bradley Park
Bradley Park
101-199 5th Avenue, Asbury Park
The Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival is a celebration that features vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, as well as vegan products, plant-based fashion, live music, and good times.…
Hurricane Harbor Water Park Opening Day
Six Flags Great Adventure
1 Six Flags Boulevard, Jackson Township, NJ
Join Six Flags Great Adventure, located at 1 Six Flags Boulevard, Jackson Township, for the opening day of its Hurricane Harbor Water Park on May 17th.
Dinner + Comedy Show at Silver Ridge Park West
Silver Ridge Park West
145 Westbrook Drive, Toms River, NJ
Come on out and enjoy a dinner and comedy show at the Silver Ridge Park West Clubhouse at 145 Westbrook Drive, Toms River, on Saturday, May 17th from 5PM to 9PM.
$40
Walk to Cure Arthritis at Great Lawn Pavilion
Great Lawn Pavilion
Mckinley Street, Long Branch, NJ
The 2025 Walk to Cure Arthritis will take place on May 18th at 9AM at Great Lawn Pavilion, located at Mckinley Street, Long Branch. Walk to Cure Arthritis is the…
Free
2025 Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival at Bradley Park
Bradley Park
101-199 5th Avenue, Asbury Park
The Asbury Park Vegan Food Festival takes place on May 17th and May 18th from 11AM to 7PM at Bradley Park, located at 101-199 5th Avenue, Asbury Park. This two-day…
Essense of Australia Curvy Trunk Show at The Curvy Bride
The Curvy Bride
357 U.S. 9, Manalapan, NJ
Join The Curvy Bride for its first Essense of Australia Curvy Trunk Show of the year from May 16th - May 18th at 357 U.S. 9, Manalapan. Schedule your private…
Free
Stone Pony Showcase at The Stone Pony
The Stone Pony
913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
The Stone Pony Showcase will take place at The Stone Pony, located at 913 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, on May 18th from 1PM to 7PM.
Bonsai Workshop at Wild Air Beerworks
Wild Air Beerworks
801 2nd Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends on May 18th from 4PM to 6PM at Wild Air Beerworks, located…
Grief Circle in Asbury Park
Join Dorian Cattani, Reiki Master, Energy Healer, and Certified Meditation Teacher who has experienced the grief of losing her Grandma in 2015, her soul dog in 2020, and her Dad…
Free
The Wood Brothers at The Stone Pony
The Stone Pony
913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
See The Wood Brothers at The Stone Pony, located at 913 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, on May 24th at 7PM.
Springsteen on Sunday
Bar Anticipation
703 16th Avenue, Lake Como, NJ
Tom Cunningham hosts the world-famous "Springsteen on Sunday," every Sunday from 9 AM to 11 AM.
Free
Mayday Parade at The Stone Pony Summer Stage
The Stone Pony Summer Stage
909 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, NJ
See Microwave, Grayscale, and Like Roses at The Stone Pony Summer Stage, located at 909 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, on May 25th from 5PM to 10PM.
Piano Party with Bob Egan
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Bob Egan will be playing the piano every Tuesday at Soundbooth in the Asbury Park Hotel, where everyone is invited to come sing along.
Free
The Surfing Pig Yappy Hour
The Surfing Pig
231 West 10th Avenue, North Wildwood, NJ
The Surfing Pig announced their new 'Yappy Hour,' held every Wednesday from 3-6 pm. This event is perfect for dog owners looking to enjoy fun adventures with their pets.
Free
Karaoke with Johnny Mac
Nardi's Tavern
11801 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Island, NJ
Join Johnny Mac every Wednesday for a fun-filled karaoke night.
Free
Sandy Mack Jam Band
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Stop by the Soundbooth every Wednesday to enjoy live music by the Sand Mack Jam Band.
Free
Café Artiste
The Jersey Shore Arts Center
66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, NJ
Café Artiste is the listening room for original music. This event is located on the 3rd floor of The Jersey Shore Arts Center with plenty of free parking in front…
$5
Reef and Barrel Trivia Night
Reef and Barrel Beach Bar + Grill
153 Sea Girt Avenue, Manasquan, NJ
Fun and engaging trivia night every Wednesday at 7:00 PM.
Free
Open Mic with Jason Portizo
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Stop by the Soundbooth in The Asbury Hotel for an open mic night hosted by Jason Portizo.
Free
Woody’s Roadside Yappy Hour
Woodys Roadside
105 Academy Street, Farmingdale, NJ
Food + Drinks + Pups! This happy hour event is dog-friendly and occurs every Friday.
Free
Distillery Tour
Nauti Spirits Distillery
916 Shunpike Road, Cape May, NJ
Go on a behind-the-scenes tour of Nauti Spirits Distillery to learn about the farm + production facilities required to make a variety of hand-crafted spirits.
$18
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong + The Infamous Stringdusters at The Stone Pony Summer Stage
The Stone Pony Summer Stage
909 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, NJ
Pigeons Playing Ping Pong + The Infamous Stringdusters will take place at The Stone Pony Summer Stage, located at 909 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, on May 30th from 4PM…
Country Night Fridays
Ocean Casino + Resort
500 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
Enjoy happy hour specials with live entertainment alongside boots, beers, + bourbon at this weekly Country Night Fridays event.
Free
Yappy Hour at Wave Resort
Wave Resort
110 Ocean Ave North, Long Branch
Bring your pups to Wave Resort and enjoy cocktails with your four-legged friends every Friday at Wave Resort.
Free
Friday Night Beats
The Beach Gallery Bar
260 Beach Way Avenue, Keansburg, NJ
Kickstart your weekend with Friday Night Beats. Enjoy live DJ sets and free entry, with cabana rentals available as well.
Free
Live Music at Leggets
Leggett's Sand Bar
217 1st Avenue, Manasquan, NJ
Every day of the week there is live music at Legget's with each day featuring a different act. Check out their calendar to see who is playing each night.
Free
Yes Bus Acting Camp Auditions
The Yes Bus Acting Camp is a free acting camp for high school students across New Jersey, led by Mean Girls co-directors Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne. This will…
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market
3400 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood, NJ
Over 85 vendors offering fresh farm goods including produce, plants, cut flowers & honey.
Brick Farmers Market at Windward Beach
Windward Beach
265 Princeton Avenue, Brick Township, NJ
The Brick Farmers Market returns to Windward Beach on May 3rd and runs until October 4th. The hours are 8:30AM to 1:30PM. The Brick Farmers Market features nearly 60 vendors…
Chill Here Now at The Asbury Hotel
The Asbury Hotel
210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park
Take a dip in the refreshing pool and relax in the sun. The bar and food truck will be open slinging drinks & tacos. Enjoy panoramic views from the Salvation…
$30
5 Shows Nightly at The Music Man Singing Ice Cream Shoppe
When you visit The Music Man, your experience in our Shoppe will last about 45 minutes and you will be able to eat ice cream with a show.
Free
Saturday Show – Albert Music Hall
Albert Music Hall
131 Wells Mill Road, Waretown
Five bands will play 30 minute sets of various music.
$6
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