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The Wildwoods’ Beaches Offer Free Weekly Friday Night Fireworks All Summer Long Starting Friday, June 23
The Wildwoods, NJ – June 1, 2023 – Summer in the Wildwoods – it’s a blast! Free Friday Night Fireworks will light up the night sky over the Wildwoods’ beaches and iconic Boardwalk all summer long, beginning on Friday, June 23,…
The 2023 Summer Season Has Officially Begun in the Wildwoods: Unlocking of the Ocean and 75th Anniversary of the Tram Car on the Wildwoods Boardwalk
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 26, 2022 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) joined state, county, local, and city officials, guest speakers, and over 300 elementary school children to officially ‘unlock’ the Wildwoods beaches for the…
Create in the Crest Arts Festival Scheduled for June 17 - Vendors Needed
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 25, 2023 – The second annual Create in the Crest Arts Festival, an event designed to showcase various types of art, will be held Saturday, June 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Centennial…
The Wildwoods Host Jersey Shore Ride to Defeat ALS Saturday, June 10
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 23, 2023 – The Wildwoods host the annual Jersey Shore Ride to Defeat ALS, with bicycle riders joining together on Saturday, June 10, to put the brakes on ALS and advance the search for treatments…
New Pickleball Tournament Comes to North Wildwood June 3-4
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 23, 2023 – The Anglesea Irish Society is serving up a new event featuring one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. The Inaugural Anglesea Open Pickleball Tournament will be held in North…
Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market Kicks Off 10th Season Saturday, May 27
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 8, 2023 – The Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market is the place to be every Saturday morning from Memorial Day Weekend to Labor Day Weekend for Jersey Fresh produce, baked goods, specialty foods, gifts and more.…
The Wildwoods, NJ are the Premier Multigenerational Family Vacation Destination
The Wildwoods, NJ – April 27, 2023 – Multigenerational travel has become a staple for many, as more Americans are choosing to include children, parents, and grandparents in their vacation plans. For families who are sprawled across the country, spending…
The Wildwoods’ Island Shuttle Service Returns Memorial Day Weekend
The Wildwoods, NJ – April 26, 2023 –The Wildwoods Island Shuttle Service returns for the 2023 summer season starting Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 26 and ending Sunday, September 17. The shuttle will run weekends only from Friday, May 26…
Enjoy the Calming Effects of Beach Therapy in the Wildwoods, NJ
Wildwoods, NJ – April 21, 2023 – The Wildwoods provide a serene escape from fast-paced lifestyles, and invite visitors to rest, relax, and recharge with the calming effects of Beach Therapy. Those in need of a little self-care can simply…
Watch the Tram Car, Please! The Wildwoods Iconic Boardwalk Tram Cars Celebrate 75 Years of Service in 2023
The Wildwoods, NJ – April 18, 2023 – The world-famous Wildwoods Boardwalk Sightseer Tram Cars are rolling into their 75th consecutive summer in 2023. 2023 marks the Diamond Jubilee 75th anniversary that these electric people-movers will traverse the Wildwoods Boardwalk,…
What's New in the Wildwoods
Here are some of the new and exciting things happening in the Wildwoods for 2023... please check back for updates! NEW EVENTS: June 3-4: Anglesea Open Pickleball Tournament June 24: Live Art Festival Sept 16: Muddy Schnitzel Family Fun Run…
The Wildwoods, NJ Are Experiencing Significant New Development and Growth
With the 2022 record-breaking tourism season in the books and the 2023 tourism season fast approaching, the Wildwoods, NJ – an iconic Jersey Shore resort known for its trademark expansive free, white-sand beaches, world-famous boardwalk, and Doo Wop mid-century motels…
Ssshh! We Won’t Tell the Boss When You Take a Relaxing ‘Hush Trip’ to the Wildwoods, NJ
Vacation under the radar while still clocking in online – a new ‘working vacation’ phenomenon known as a ‘hush trip' The Wildwoods, NJ – March 2, 2023 – With spring right around the corner, and working remotely a more common…
The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority Announces Record-Breaking 2022 Tourism Season
The Wildwoods, NJ – March 1, 2023 – The 2022 summer tourism season has come and gone in the Wildwoods, NJ, and the resort destination experienced better than expected results during the tourism season. Fast Facts – The Wildwoods Tourism…
The Wildwoods and Romance Go Hand in Hand
The Wildwoods, NJ – February 28, 2023 – When it comes to love and romance, those Wildwood days and nights are filled with options for you and your partner to enjoy a memorable getaway for two. Days in the Wildwoods…
The Wildwoods – An Award-Winning Year-Round Mecca for Youth Sports Events
The Wildwoods, NJ – February 27, 2023 – The Wildwoods are an award-winning mecca for youth sporting events, with the Wildwoods Convention Center hosting numerous year-round events, turning the shore town into a hub for youth sports activity. With thousands…
Discover or Rediscover the Perfect Shore Getaway Vacation in the Wildwoods, NJ
The Wildwoods, NJ – February 24, 2023 – If you haven’t visited the Wildwoods in a while, or have never visited, you need to experience for yourself all the new and exciting things happening here. The Wildwoods of today are…
Barefoot Country Music Fest Releases Lineup Driven by David Dodge
BCMF Announces World Class Entertainment on the Shores of Wildwood, NJ Wildwood Beach, NJ – February 27, 2023 – The Northeast's largest outdoor country music fest unveils the lineup of the highly anticipated Barefoot Country Music Fest. BCMF 2023 will…
Jimmie Allen & The Cadillac Three Join The 2023 Barefoot Country Music Fest Lineup
Wildwood Beach, NJ – February 3, 2023 – The Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, is proud to announce American country music singer-songwriter Jimmie Allen and the band, The Cadillac Three, as performing artists at…
The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority Announces New 2023 Tourism Campaign
Coming off a record-breaking 2022 tourism season, the Wildwoods launch new “Get Lost In The Woods…The Wildwoods!” tourism campaign The Wildwoods, NJ – February 3, 2023 – The Wildwoods recently launched its new 2023 tourism ad campaign ‘Get Lost In…
Rome & Duddy, Drew Green, Shane Profitt, and Ben Chapman Join The 2023 Barefoot Country Music Fest Lineup
Wildwood Beach, NJ – January 20, 2023 – The Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, is proud to announce the addition of rock music duo Rome & Duddy, American country music singer-songwriter Drew Green, American…
Riley Green Joins The 2023 Barefoot Country Music Fest Lineup
Wildwood Beach, NJ – December 16, 2022 – The Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, is proud to announce 2020 ACM New Male Artist of the Year, Riley Green as a performing artist at next…
Kid Rock Joins the 2023 Barefoot Country Music Fest Lineup
Wildwood Beach, NJ – November 18, 2022 – The Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, announces Kid Rock as a headlining artist at next year’s Barefoot Country Music Fest. The third annual Barefoot Country Music…
Darius Rucker Joins The 2023 Barefoot Lineup in Wildwood, NJ
Wildwood Beach, NJ – September 30, 2022 – The Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, announces Darius Rucker as the second headlining artist of the third annual Barefoot Country Music Fest, June 15-18, 2023, joining…
Blake Shelton Revealed as First Headliner for Barefoot Country Music Fest 2023 in Wildwood, NJ
Wildwood Beach, NJ – August 12, 2022 – Organizers of the Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest, brought to you in conjunction with Southern Entertainment, announces Blake Shelton as the first headlining artist of the 3rd Annual Barefoot Country Music…
Experience the Wildwoods 'Bikeability'
The Wildwoods’ nearly six-mile bike path is just one of many ways to enjoy biking in the Wildwoods Bike riding is a favorite past time at the Jersey Shore, and no town seems to do biking better than the Wildwoods.…
The Wildwoods, NJ Says Bienvenue to Canadian Travelers
The Wildwoods, NJ – March 14, 2022 – As travel to the United States once again becomes available for Canadian travelers, the Wildwoods, NJ welcomes its northern neighbors to delight in the warming shore weather. The gem of the Jersey…
Grandparents-to-Be: Escape to the Wildwoods for a Special Grandparents Getaway
The Wildwoods, NJ – February 28, 2022 – Escape to the Wildwoods, NJ before the new baby arrives in the family for a special grandparent getaway. Soon-to-be grandparents are invited to enjoy this relaxing popular and new travel trend before…
The Wildwoods Have Instagrammability!
Filled with beautiful scenery, colorful neon lights, iconic buildings, quirky landmarks and signs that are found nowhere else in the world, the Wildwoods, NJ are one of the most Instagrammable destinations at the Jersey shore! The Wildwoods, NJ – The…
Discover or Rediscover the Perfect Shore Getaway Vacation in the Wildwoods, NJ
The Wildwoods, NJ – January 31, 2022 – The Wildwoods, NJ are welcoming new and returning visitors back to the resort destination, where there’s an abundance of activities to safely discover, or rediscover, for the 2022 summer season! Home to…
Your Guide to the Ultimate ‘Friendscation’ in the Wildwoods, NJ
The Wildwoods, NJ are bursting with attractions from the beach and boardwalk to amusement parks, special events and festivals, bike paths, breweries, wineries, distilleries, and one-of-a-kind restaurants – making the resort destination one of the best places for ‘Friendscations’. The…
Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority Wins 2021 New Jersey Tourism Excellence Award
The Wildwoods, NJ – December 6, 2021 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) received a 2021 New Jersey Tourism Excellence Award from the New Jersey Tourism Industry Association (NJTIA) in the category of Jersey Strong Award.Accepting…
The Wildwoods’ Spirit Brands Cheerleading Competitions Named Among Sports Destination Management’s 2020-2021 Champions of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism
The Wildwoods, NJ – November 15, 2021 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority (GWTIDA) announced that the Spirit Brands Cheerleading Competitions, held annually at the Wildwoods Convention Center since 2003, have been named among the 2020-2021 Champions…
The Wildwoods, NJ ‘Know Before You Go’ Guide For An Unforgettable Vacation
The Wildwoods, NJ – Thinking of planning a well-deserved vacation to the ultimate New Jersey shore destination? The Wildwoods are the perfect spot for any family vacation, romantic getaway, friend-cation, and more! Before you go, it’s important to know the…
The Wildwoods, NJ Beaches Receive Major Tourism Honors
The Wildwoods, NJ – August 5, 2021 – The Wildwoods free beaches have won significant national and regional notoriety, recognizing their family friendly atmosphere, cleanliness and accessibility. Stretching for five miles across North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest, the Wildwoods…
The Wildwoods, NJ: Experience One of the East Coast’s Top Vacation Destinations
The Wildwoods, NJ – July 2, 2021 – Summer 2021 is here, and the Wildwoods, NJ are bursting with summer fun in the sun. Experience our free and spacious white-sand beaches, the world-class Wildwoods Boardwalk and amusement piers, as well as…
The Wildwoods Convention Center Awarded the 2021 Prime Site Award by Facilities & Destinations Magazine
The Wildwoods, NJ – June 14, 2021 – The Wildwoods Convention Center has recently been awarded the Facilities & Destinations magazine 2021 Prime Site Award. Nominated by readers of Facilities & Destinations, the Wildwoods Convention Center is being recognized for its implementation of COVID-19…
Need A Mental Health Boost? Plan A Getaway Beach Vacation in the Wildwoods, NJ
The Wildwoods, NJ – April 16, 2021 – Studies have shown that planning a vacation can help your mental health.* And nothing could be more uplifting than planning – and looking forward to – a trip to the Wildwoods, NJ, where…
Thrilling Adventure Awaits in The Wildwoods, NJ
The Wildwoods, NJ – April 15, 2021 –The Wildwoods, NJ are bursting with thrill-seeking attractions and unforgettable experiences that are sure to impress. From the beach and boardwalk, to amusement parks, water parks, events, and beyond – the Wildwoods offer…
Wildwood, NJ has been named one of the top 10 most popular destinations for U.S. travelers to visit in 2020 by trivago
“Most surprising was the appearance of Wildwood, New Jersey replacing Boston in the 10th spot.” The Wildwoods, NJ – September 16, 2020 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) proudly announced that trivago has named Wildwood, NJ one…
The Wildwoods, NJ New Grand Gateway Welcomes Visitors with Color, Lights and Doo Wop Nostalgia
The Wildwoods, NJ – July 22, 2020 –The Wildwoods Grand Gateway is an all-new visitor experience designed to launch everyone into vacation mode from the moment they arrive in the Wildwoods. “The Wildwoods Gateway project is one I am truly…
The Wildwoods, NJ: A Guide for Family Fun at the Shore
The Wildwoods, NJ have so much to offer, from the beautiful free beaches and world-famous boardwalk, to historical attractions and exciting activities/events that are sure to entertain the whole family! Experience the ultimate family vacation when you visit the Wildwoods,…
Don’t Forget to Bring Your Golf Clubs When Planning Your Wildwoods, NJ Getaway
The Wildwoods, NJ – May 20, 2020 – Golf courses surrounding the Wildwoods, NJ – from Cape May National to the south, to Shore Gate Golf Club to the north – reopened to golfers in early May with social distancing…
Take a Virtual Vacation in the Wildwoods
The day will come soon when everyone can step beyond their computer, tablet, phone and TV screens to go out and reconnect in-person with people and places. Until then, our electronic screens serve as our window to the world –…
Relax, Unwind, and Enjoy ‘Beach Therapy’ in the Wildwoods
Stretching for five miles across the shores of North Wildwood, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest, the Wildwoods, NJ beaches are sparkling, clean and FREE for all visitors to enjoy. With the fast-paced day-to-day life, we sometimes forget to spend time focusing…
The Wildwoods, NJ: A Dog Friendly Resort Destination
The Wildwoods, NJ welcomes beach-loving, four-legged friends! With many families wanting their dogs be a part of their vacation, the Wildwoods have rolled out the red carpet for canines with a dog beach, dog park, fun activities and dozens of…
Step Back in Time with a Trip to the Wildwoods: The Ultimate Itinerary for a History Buff
Step Back in Time with a Trip to the Wildwoods: The Ultimate Itinerary for a History Buff For history buffs, the Wildwoods are the ideal vacation spot to step back in time. The Jersey Shore town has a long, rich…
The Wildwoods, NJ Bring Fun in the Sun for Everyone
The Wildwoods, NJ are bursting with attractions from the beach and boardwalk to amusement parks, events, a bike path, and beyond – making the resort destination one of the best places to visit down the Jersey shore with fun for…
The Wildwoods, NJ – The Ideal Multi-Generational New Jersey Shore Vacation Destination
During the past decade, multigenerational travel has become increasingly popular, with more Americans choosing to include children, parents, and grandparents in their vacation plans. For families sprawled across the country, or farther, time together can be a precious commodity. That’s…
The Wildwoods: More Than Just Beach & Boardwalk
With over 9 million visitors each year, the Wildwoods are one of the top family vacation destinations in America! The Wildwoods free beaches, often voted as among the best in the country, stretch on for five expansive miles — making…
“Watch the Tram Car Please” – A Wildwoods Icon for Over 70 Years
On the Wildwoods Boardwalk, visitors experience numerous sights and sounds, but no sight or sound is as iconic as the world-famous Sightseer Tram Cars and their signature recorded warning, “Watch the Tram Car Please." A staple in the Wildwoods for…
The Wildwoods, NJ: A Mecca for Fishing, Boating and Water Sports
Situated on a barrier island off the Cape May County peninsula, the Wildwoods, NJ are a natural favorite for those who enjoy fishing, boating and water sports. For much of the year, the waters off the Wildwoods are bustling with…
The Wildwoods, NJ: The Doo Wop Capital of the World
Travel back in time to the “Fabulous Fifties” in the Wildwoods, New Jersey – home to the country’s largest concentration of mid-century commercial architecture. Mid-century themed hotels/motels and businesses can be seen throughout the five-mile island. These hotels reflect their…
Dining in the Wildwoods: Throw Caution and Calories to the Wind!
When you visit or vacation in the Wildwoods, leave the calorie counters and diet plans behind; the dining, snacking and noshing choices are just too abundant to resist! There are restaurants and menus for every appetite, every budget and virtually…
GWTIDA Wins NJ Tourism Excellence Award
The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) received a 2018 New Jersey Tourism Excellence Award from the New Jersey Tourism Industry Association (NJTIA) in the Advertising category. The award was presented to John Siciliano, executive director of GWTIDA,…
TripAdvisor Named the Wildwoods "#1 Destination on the Rise" in the U.S. for 2015
The Wildwoods have been named the overall U.S. winner in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice™ Destinations on the Rise awards for 2015! The awards highlight 52 spots around the world that have seen the greatest increase in positive feedback and interest…
The Wildwoods Beaches Make Top 10 List of Must-Visit Beaches in the Nation by Better Homes & Gardens Magazine
The Wildwoods, NJ – July 7, 2015 – The July issue of Better Homes & Gardens – a nationally popular monthly magazine dedicated to food, travel and home improvements, named the Wildwoods one of the nation’s ‘Top 10 Beaches You…
The Wildwoods Named One of the World's Top 10 Great Towns for Architecture
The Wildwoods Named One of the World’s ‘10 Great Towns, Villages and Neighborhoods for Architecture Buffs’ by CNN Travel The Wildwoods, NJ – September 18, 2014 – The Wildwoods’ flashy neon signs, bold colors and exotic architectural designs have caught…
