July is moving fast, and we’re already almost halfway through, but the month still promises many activities and events to keep the summer spirit alive. Throughout the Jersey Shore, towns like Belmar, Point Pleasant, and beyond have plenty of indoor and outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy this weekend — from live music and walking tours to farmers’ markets and yappy hours. Keep reading to see a list of 25+ Jersey Shore events happening this weekend, July 11th to July 14th, 2024. Don’t forget: you can submit your community events to our calendar HERE.
Thursdays by the Sea Long Branch
Pier Village 50 Chelsea Avenue, Long Branch, NJThursday by the Sea is a summer music event held every Thursday in Pier Village.
Boozy Brushes X Tutti Belle Boutique: Paint + Sip
Tutti Belle Boutique 921 Main Street, Belmar, NJA fun-filled day of creativity and relaxation at this Sip & Paint event, Leave with a unique beach bag that you painted yourself, perfect for carrying all your summer essentials.
Firepit Friday Concerts
Brant Beach 6805 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Island, NJFirepit Fridays take place from 7pm-9pm at the 68th St beach in Brant Beach.
Wildwood Boardwalk Friday Night Fireworks
Wildwood Boardwalk Cresse Avenue, Wildwood, NJLaunch into the weekend every Friday on the Wildwood Boardwalk with Friday night fireworks at 10 PM. The fireworks display will be launched from the beach on Pine Avenue and…
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market 3400 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood, NJOver 85 vendors offering fresh farm goods including produce, plants, cut flowers & honey.
Brick Farmers Market
Windward Beach 265 Princeton Avenue, Brick Township, NJThe Brick Farmers Market returns to Windward Beach for its 10th Season in 2024. The Market will be open every Saturday from May 4th through September 28th. The hours are…
Ballet Flow x Boho Yoga Studio
Pier Village 50 Chelsea Avenue, Long Branch, NJJoin Natalia for a ballet flow/ boho yoga event at Pier Village. This workout event blends basic ballet and floor yoga.
Boozy Brushes X Allie May Boutique | Paint + Sip
Tutti Belle Boutique 921 Main Street, Belmar, NJA fun-filled day of creativity and relaxation at our Sip & Paint event! Leave with a unique beach bag painted by yourself— perfect for carrying all your summer essentials.
The Magic of Rob Lake
Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center 46 Washington Avenue, CarteretRob Lake returns to Carteret with new illusions! Named “The World’s Greatest Illusionist” by NBC, Rob Lake is internationally renowned for his mesmerizing and award-winning illusion spectacular. His mind-blowing illusions…
Jersey Shore Blueclaws’: Post-Game Firework Show
Minor League Baseball team, the Jersey Shore Blueclaws, tops off some of its most popular games with the biggest, brightest, most colorful fireworks shows at the Jersey Shore. Opening night and…
There, There – A Tribute to Radiohead Live at Asbury Lanes
Asbury Lanes 209 4th Avenue, Asbury Park, NJThere, There is a tribute to the world-renowned English rock band Radiohead, covering a wide variety of their catalog. The band features Asbury local Joe Edelmann on lead vocals and…
New Jersey Jeep Invasion
Wildwood Boardwalk Cresse Avenue, Wildwood, NJThe New Jersey Jeep Invasion is an annual event held on the beach in Wildwood. This family-friendly event features a weekend filled with Jeep activities.
21 Down Beach Day
Wildwood Boardwalk Cresse Avenue, Wildwood, NJThis event allows children to socialize while parents network with others raising a child with a disability, and all events are free for members.
Vice Comes to Djais
D'Jais 1801 Ocean Avenue, Belmar, NJVice will be performing at D'Jais from 10 PM to 2 AM.
West Cape May Farmers’ Market
Backyard Park 732 Broadway, West Cape May, NJThe farmers market is open every Tuesday until the end of summer, offering delicious produce and more.
Canines + Cocktails Tuesdays
Jenkinson's Boardwalk 300 Ocean Avenue North, Point Pleasant, NJThe Canines & Cocktails weekly event is perfect for dog owners looking to enjoy fun adventures with their pet.
Historic Walking Tour
Historical Society of Ocean Grove 50 Pitman Avenue, Ocean Grove, NJA walking tour of the charming town of Ocean Grove.
The Surfing Pig Yappy Hour
The Surfing Pig 231 West 10th Avenue, North Wildwood, NJThe 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.
Karaoke with Johnny Mac
Nardi's Tavern 11801 Long Beach Boulevard, Long Beach Island, NJJoin Johnny Mac every Wednesday for a fun-filled karaoke night.
Café Artiste
The Jersey Shore Arts Center 66 South Main Street, Ocean Grove, NJCafé 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…
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…
Seaside Heights Fireworks Show
Seaside Heights Boardwalk Boardwalk, Seaside Heights, NJFireworks kick off at 9:30PM every Wednesday in the Summer — weather permitting.
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Best of the Jersey Shore 2024 — Winners ANNOUNCED!
The time has finally come — we now have the winners for the Best of the Jersey Shore 2024 Awards. After weeks of our readers voting and local businesses working hard for your support, we have finally closed the polls and have tallied the votes to see who has won the title — and of course the bragging rights — of being the “best” in town.
FYI: we do not pick winners. The winners are chosen by our audience, who voted over the course of two weeks. If you don’t see a category you think should be on here, please click here to fill out our form to suggest future categories. We cannot guarantee inclusion, but we truly appreciate your suggestions and our team will take them into consideration for 2025.
Winners please note: an email will be going out with your virtual decal + link to use plus instructions on how to obtain your physical decal in the new year. Please email [email protected] so we have your most up-to-date email address.
Thank you and congratulations to all who were nominated.
Best Asbury Music Venue: Stony Pony
Best Restaurant with an Ocean View: Watermark
Best Beach Bar: Jenks
Best Dog-Friendly Spot: Wonder Bar
Best Brewery: Beach Haus
Best Dancing: Parker House
Best Quintessential Jersey Shore Bar: D'jais
Best Dinner Spot: La Mondina
Best Cocktails at the Jersey Shore: Lola's
Best BYOB Restaurant: Catherine's Farm to Table
Best Bagels: Bagel Nook
Best Activity/DIY Experience: Hot Sand
Best Fitness Studio: Modern Pilates
Best Yoga Studio: Metta Yoga
Best Food Truck: Five Sister Food Co.
Best Hair Salon: Lock & Shade
Best Pizza at the Jersey Shore: Pete + Elda's
Best Seafood Restaurant: Rooney's Oceanfront
Best Women-Owned Business: Bang's Boutique
Best New Business: Catbird Asbury Park
Best Ice Cream Spot: Hoffman's Ice Cream
Best Brunch Spot: Maeberrie Market
Best Coffee Shop: Rook
Best Boutique: Wanderlust Land + Sea
Best Bakery: Mueller's Bakery
Best Sandwiches: Joe Leone's
Winners, feel free to save this decal to post on your social media — we’ll also be mailing them in the new year (1 decal per winner) — so reach out to [email protected] with a specific mailing address for us to send needed:
Congrats to all of the winners and to those who were nominated, and thank you to everyone who voted!
If your business is a winner or you love any of these businesses, make sure to share this article to spread the news. Our team will be in touch with the winners in the new year to send you your decal to display for all to see.
