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Wildwoods International Kite Festival
May 24, 2024 @ 9:00 am - May 27, 2024 @ 10:00 pm
Kites of all shapes and sizes will invade the Wildwoods skyline! This family-friendly free event features kite flyers from around the world, workshops, activities and more. On the beach at Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood and inside the Wildwoods Convention Center you’ll experience the Wildwoods International Kite Festival.
April 2025 Events at the Jersey Shore
April is here at the Jersey Shore, which means we're only two months away from summer. The warmer weather comes with an abundance of outdoor activities, including spring fundraisers, pet-friendly Easter events, live music concerts, and much more. Read on to see the list of Jersey Shore events happening this April 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.
Garden State Art Weekend
Multiple venues across New Jersey
April 24th-27th
The 2nd annual Garden State Art Weekend returns this April, featuring gallery exhibitions, open studios, live demonstrations, + community arts events. The festival hub will be at Manufacturers Village Artists in East Orange, which will host the official event kickoff party + spring open house and includes over 60 open artist studios.
2025 Atlantic City Lowrider Supershow
Atlantic City Convention Center One Convention Boulevard, Atlantic City
Saturday — April 26th at 10AM-5PM
The 2025 Atlantic City Lowrider Supershow is on Saturday, April 26th, from 10AM-5PM at AC Convention Center. In celebration of 48 years of artistry, lowriding, and unity, Lowrider’s event is an all-inclusive experience. Those who purchase tickets get access to a car show and concert. Hosted by MC Hispanic, the Lowrider Supershow will have live music from MC Magic, Baby Bash, JME, and more. With only nine shows scheduled across the United States, don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to go to a local Atlantic City car show featuring a day of cars, music, and a celebration of the Lowrider Brand.
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The Free Beer + Hot Wings Morning Show at Jenkinson’s Pavillion Bar + Restaurant
Jenkinson's Pavillion Bar + Restaurant
300-308 Beach Front, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
Come hang out Friday, April 4th from 6AM to 10AM with Free Beer, Hot Wings, Kelly, Steve, and Maitland, and be a part of the biggest morning show at Jenkinson's…
All Fur Love Animal Rescue Rock the Paws Spring Fundraiser at Wonder Bar
Wonder Bar
1213 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
This fundraiser will take place on Friday, April 4th from 6PM to 10PM at the Wonderbar, located at 1213 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, and will raise funds to support…
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
Easter Bunny Express at Flemington Station
Flemington Station
80 Stangl Road, Flemington, NJ
See the Easter Bunny and engage in an egg hunt at Flemington Station, located at 80 Stangl Road, Flemington, on April 5th.
Burlington County Book Festival 2025
Burlington County Amphitheater
5 Pioneer Boulevard, Westampton, NJ
The Burlington County Book Festival takes place on April 5th from 10AM to 4PM at the Burlington County Amphitheater, located at 5 Pioneer Boulevard, Westampton. Meet authors, shop local vendors,…
Ocean Grove’s Easter Pet Parade at Fireman’s Park
Fireman’s Park
Mount Hermon Way, Ocean Grove, NJ
Join Doggie Road Trippin' for an Easter pet parade starting at Fireman's Park in Ocean Grove, located at Mount Hermon Way, on April 5th at 11AM.
Vintage Computer Festival at InfoAge Science + History Center
InfoAge Science + History Center
2201 Marconi Road, Wall, NJ
From April 4th to April 6th, view and play with retro computers at the Vintage Computer Festival at InfoAge Science + History Center, located at 2201 Marconi Road, Wall.
Wildwood RV Show at Wildwoods Convention Center
Wildwoods Convention Center
4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
Explore RVs on the market and support local vendors at the Wildwood RV Show from April 4th to April 6th at the Wildwoods Convention Center, located at 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood.
Barkfast + Brunch with the Easter Bunny at Doggie Sweets
Doggie Sweets
15 Morris Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
Grab your furry friend and family for a dog breakfast with the Easter Bunny on April 6th from 8AM to 3PM at Doggie Sweets, located at 15 Morris Avenue, #Unit…
Kevin Kelly Vision Presents Spring Sip N’ Shop
Kevin Kelly Salon
362 Broadway, Keyport, NJ
Kevin Kelly Vision presents Spring Sip + Shop, where you can shop local vendors on April 6th from 11AM to 3PM at 362 Broadway, Keyport.
Free
Quinta da Costa do Pinhão – La Otra Wine Class Takeover at Lita
Lita
1055 NJ-34, Aberdeen, NJ
Miguel Morais (7th generation winemaker from the Douro Valley) and Filipa Silva, the dynamic duo behind Quinta da Costa do Pinhão in the Douro Valley, will be giving a full…
Star Wars: The Force Awakens in Concert at Count Basie Center for the Arts
Count Basie Center for the Arts
99 Monmouth Street, Red Bank, NJ
Experience Star Wars: The Force Awakens with the New Jersey Symphony performing John Williams’ thrilling score live on April 9th at 7:30PM at Count Basie Center for the Arts, located…
Mallorcan Wine Dinner with Barbara Mesquida Mora at Lita
Lita
1055 NJ-34, Aberdeen, NJ
Barbara Mesquida Mora will be in New Jersey for one day only on April 10th from 5PM to 10PM, and she will be gracing the halls of Lita for a…
Savannah Sunset Resort + Spa at the Wild Safari 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 Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa at the Wild Safari on April 12th.
Pictures with the Easter Bunny at Doggie Sweets
Doggie Sweets
15 Morris Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
Grab your furry friend and bring them to see the Easter Bunny at Doggie Sweets, located at 15 Morris Avenue, #Unit 119, Long Branch, on April 5th and April 12th…
Maker’s Mark x Jersey Shore Surfrider Earth Day at The Whitechapel Projects
The Whitechapel Projects
15 2nd Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
Please join Maker’s Mark, the Jersey Shore Chapter of the Surfrider Foundation, and Whitechapel Projects in celebrating Earth Day on April 12th from 1:30PM to 3:30PM and 4:30PM to 6:30PM…
$20
Manasquan Cares Fundraiser Featuring Take Five Band at The Osprey
The Osprey
201 1st Avenue, Manasquan, NJ
Enjoy live music, food trucks, and fun — all door proceeds will benefit the Manasquan Cares 501(c)3 organization.
’80’s vs ’90’s Drag Extravaganza at Bordentown Yacht Club
Bordentown Yacht Club
1 Farnsworth Avenue, Bordentown, NJ
Astala Vista of Drag Queen Entertainment will host an 90s versus 90s Drag Show event at Bordentown Yacht Club, featuring lip-syncing and dancing, on April 12th at 8PM at 1…
Egg Hunt at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
Jenkinson's Boardwalk
300 Ocean Avenue North, Point Pleasant, NJ
Join Jenkinson’s Boardwalk for its Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 13th at 1PM. Attendees can expect prizes including games, ride + food coupons, and more.
Exclusive Chef’s Counter New Menu Experience at REYLA
REYLA
610 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park
Reyla’s Chef’s Counter opens for one exclusive night on April 15th at 6PM for 7 courses + drink pairings, such as burrata with a twist, branzino like you’ve never had…
Masa y Maguey Cooking Class at Barrio Costero
Barrio Costero
610 Bangs Avenue, Asbury Park
Join Barrio Costero on April 9th and April 16th at 6PM for an immersive culinary experience celebrating the magic of masa and the rich traditions of Mexican cuisine at 610…
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
Dorothy VIP at The Stone Pony
The Stone Pony
913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ
Meet and take photos with Dorothy at The Stone Pony, located at 913 Ocean Avenue North, Asbury Park, on April 18th at 1PM.
Greater Wildwood Jaycees Easter Egg Hunt
Lincoln Avenue Beach
West Lincoln Avenue, Wildwood, NJ
Hop into spring with an Easter Egg Hunt at Lincoln Avenue Beach at 12PM on April 19th. Kids 12 and younger can search for colorful eggs hidden in the sand…
Spring Break Days at Six Flags Great Adventure
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 thrilling rides, great food, and exciting experiences during spring break from April 12th to April 20th.
Easter Parade at Jenkinson’s Boardwalk
Jenkinson's Boardwalk
300 Ocean Avenue North, Point Pleasant, NJ
Join Jenkinson’s Boardwalk, located at 300 Ocean Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, for the annual Easter Parade on Sunday, April 20th at 1PM.
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
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
Wine + Spirit: Sip and Support – Old Bridge PBA Local 127 at Palms Plaza Catering
Palms Plaza Catering
343 New Jersey 34, Matawan, NJ
Due to the extreme success of last years event, Old Bridge PBA Local 127, in conjunction with Buyrite of Matawan (Marketplace), has announced its 3rd Annual Sip and Support -…
$100
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
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.
MudHen IPA 5K + Little Hen Mile
The MudHen IPA 5K + Little Hen Mile takes place on April 26th at 127 Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood. The IPA 5K Race starts at 9AM and the Little Hen…
Earth Day + Ecosystems Family Event at New Jersey State Museum
New Jersey State Museum
205 West State Street, Trenton, NJ
Celebrate Earth Day and New Jersey State Museum's new exhibition "Ecosystems at Risk: Threatened and Endangered in New Jersey" on April 26th from 10AM to 2:30PM at 205 West State…
Rock + Roll Steampunk Fair at Washington Borough Veterans Park
Washington Borough Veterans Park
44 East Washington Avenue, Washington, NJ
The Rock + Roll Steampunk Fair is coming to Washington Borough on April 26th from 10AM to 7PM. Attendees can look forward to live music, artisan vendors, street performers, costumes,…
World Penguin Day at Jenkinson’s Aquarium
Jenkinson's Aquarium
300 Ocean Avenue, Point Pleasant, NJ
Join Jenkinson's Aquarium for a celebratory day that encourages people to learn more about the world’s penguins and the threats they face on April 26th from 11AM to 4PM. There…
Saturday Show – Albert Music Hall
Albert Music Hall
131 Wells Mill Road, Waretown
Five bands will play 30 minute sets of various music.
$6
Split Level Concerts – Rod Picott + Anya Hinkle
Jersey Shore Arts Center
66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, NJ
Enjoy music by Rod Picott + Anya Hinkle as a part of Jersey Shore Art Center's Split Level Concert Series.
$32.50
Split Level Concerts: Rod Picott + Anya Hinkle at Jersey Shore Arts Center
Jersey Shore Arts Center
66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, NJ
See Rod Picott + Anya Hinkle at Jersey Shore Arts Center, located at 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, on April 26th from 8PM to 10PM.
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…
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
Red Bank Street Fair + Craft Show
The Red Bank Street Fair + Craft Show takes place on Sunday, April 27th, at 11AM at Monmouth Street + Broad Street in Red Bank. This will be a day…
Brides, Bubbles, + Beers x Babes in Business at Whitechapel Projects
The Whitechapel Projects
15 2nd Avenue, Long Branch, NJ
Join Whitechapel Projects, located at 15 2nd Avenue, Long Branch, on April 27th from 11AM to 2PM for a wedding event for the bride with the cooler side.
Asbury Park Restaurant Tour
Explore Absury Park's culinary scene at the 12th Annual Restaurant Tour on Sunday, April 27th from 12PM to 4PM.
Chefs Who Care: A Night with Lidia Bastianich to Support Pediatric Cancer at Addison Park
Addison Park
150 NJ-35, Keyport, NJ
The Ashley Lauren Foundation will host the Chefs Who Care event, set to take place on April 29th from 5PM to 9:30PM at Addison Park, located at 150 NJ-35, Keyport.…
Mezze + Chill Cooking Class at REYLA
REYLA
610 Mattison Avenue, Asbury Park
Join REYLA for "Mezze and chill," a hands-on cooking class where you’ll master the art of crafting delicious Mediterranean small plates while sipping on expertly paired craft cocktails on April…
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
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
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
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
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
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
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