Family events in Cape May County, NJ

Now in its tenth year, the MudHen Beach Baseball Tournament, with Morey’s Piers as the presenter, brings youth baseball teams ages 9 to 12 and their families to the Jersey shore for a celebration of the game. The action unfolds on the beach behind the iconic Wildwood Sign across two weekends. Regular play takes place on Friday and Saturday, with championship games on Sunday. Each weekend begins with a Friday Home Run Derby. Off the field, attendees can enjoy Ride & Slide Passes to Morey’s Piers and Waterparks, food options, MudHen Brewing Co. beer, and more.

Kick off Friday at MudHen with the Little Hen Friday Breakfast Club, featuring breakfast, complimentary face painting, and fun giveaways for kids. Good food and happy moments create a bright start to the day.

Foam Fridays return to OC Waterpark with lively, foam-filled fun for families. During park hours, bubbles pile high for a space where kids can dance, splash, and play. The foam experience is included with waterpark admission. This weekly summertime tradition is geared toward children and families, so bring a swimsuit and get ready for a playful burst of bubbly energy throughout the season.

Praise In The Park 2026 is a festival taking place at Cape May County Park & Zoo. The page lists it as running over two days, August 7 to August 8, 2026.

Head to Historic Cold Spring Village for a fun, dog-friendly seafaring celebration with pirates, live music, and family activities. You’ll be able to explore maritime history and Jersey Cape culture through historically dressed interpreters who demonstrate early trades, crafts, and daily life. Dogs are welcome but must be leashed at all times, and they are not permitted inside buildings.

This gathering centers on a laid-back day on the sand in Ocean City, with good company, music, and snacks, planned as a full beach day without any workout component. Friends, families with kids, members, and newcomers are all welcome, whether arriving with a group or solo. Arrival and departure are flexible. Typical beach gear is recommended, such as a cooler, chair, towel, and sunscreen. For questions or assistance, Jenny can be reached at 267-796-1046.

Sensory Night at OC Waterpark is a private evening created for children in the special needs community and their families. The waterpark lowers noise levels, softens lighting, and limits crowds so guests can move through the space at a pace that feels right. The focus is on a calm, inclusive atmosphere where families can make memories and enjoy the attractions together. Ticket information will be available soon.

Enjoy a tribute concert at Excursion Park under the stars featuring Lori Mitchell-Gay performing the “Queen of Rock” style show as Tina Turner, with an energetic stage presence and powerhouse vocals. The set includes classic Tina Turner favorites like “Proud Mary,” “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” and “Simply the Best.”

Now in its ninth year, the Wildwood Navy Seal Challenge at Wildwood Beach Patrol H.Q.'s features a mix of individual and team competitions centered on swimming, running, and a beach obstacle course shaped by sand and water. Hosted by the Wildwood Beach Patrol in partnership with Even Kiel Racing, this event offers a combined swim and run for teams or solo racers, a run-only option, and a kids race. The swim covers one mile, and the run is a 5K obstacle course with sand hills to climb and sections of water to run through. Proceeds benefit the Wildwood Beach Patrol.

Celebrate biodiversity with a week of hands-on nature adventures at the nature center. Kids will explore the plants and animals around the grounds during a camp-wide bioblitz, learning how to be eco-superheroes for the planet. Activities run each weekday morning from Monday through Friday.

Girls and boys in grades 3 through 8 can elevate their game at a basketball camp in Cape May, New Jersey that combines focused skill development with plenty of live, game-speed play. Multiple summer sessions are planned in Cape May, and past editions have sold out.

Free live music returns to Rotary Park, with local artists performing on the bandstand as part of a summer series. Bring friends and family, pack a chair or blanket, and settle in for music on summer nights in a welcoming park atmosphere.

A free, family-focused magic performance featuring Rich Lessig takes place at Cape May Convention Hall in Cape May. The show offers playful surprises, plenty of laughter, and a variety of memorable tricks.

Enjoy a free screening of The Garfield Movie at Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood, presented as part of a summer series of family-friendly films. Bring beach chairs and blankets for comfortable seating and watch under the stars. Arrive early to explore nearby shops and restaurants, have dinner, or pick up takeout for a picnic in the plaza, and consider finishing with ice cream for dessert.

Bring the whole family to the Cape May Lighthouse for the Family Fun Crafts Show. You can browse handmade goods from local vendors, check out kid-focused craft stations, and join in outdoor games. Admission to the grounds is free, and there are tickets available on-site if you want to climb the lighthouse’s 199 steps for the view from the top.

Wednesday Dance Nights bring a rotating lineup of themed evenings to Cape May Convention Hall throughout the summer. The series features country line dancing, a kids dance party, Latin night, popular line dances, and ballroom dancing. Each week highlights a different style, giving attendees a chance to learn fresh steps or enjoy familiar favorites on the dance floor.

Head to Excursion Park for Movies Under the Stars, featuring How To Train Your Dragon (2025). It is set on the rugged isle of Berk, where a Viking boy named Hiccup forms a bond with a dragon and must help face an ancient threat. The movie starts at dusk, so bring your beach chairs or blankets and settle in for an outdoor screening.

Family Night at Carney’s pairs dinner with character appearances. This evening centers on a Frozen themed visit from Elsa and Anna. Each week brings a new theme, including a patriotic twist with Mickey and Minnie, a superhero pairing of Captain America and Spiderman, a princess themed evening with Cinderella and Belle, the Minions, Mickey with Tinkerbelle, Ariel with Moana, a Toy Story theme with Woody and Buzz, and a princess gathering with Cinderella, the Fairy Godmother, and Snow White.