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The Wildwoods, NJ – June 15, 2021 – 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 Friday, June 25 and…

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…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 14, 2021 – Soccer players of all ages will have a blast on the Wildwoods beaches during the Beach Blast Soccer Tournament Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27. The Tournament will return to the Wildwoods beaches…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 11, 2021 – The Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) announces a packed summer of weekly events coming to Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue in Downtown Wildwood, this summer. The weekly Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market is open…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 11, 2021 –The PigDog Beach Volleyball Classic will serve up some top-notch volleyball athletics on the Wildwoods beaches Saturday, June 19 and Sunday, June 20. Featured courts will be located at Morey’s Pier’s PigDog Beach Bar,…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 10, 2021 – Join yoga instructor Charla Lewis every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday on the Wildwoods' Burke Avenue beach at 9 a.m. for an all-levels yoga class. Charla will lead a traditional Hatha yoga style…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 10, 2021 – Wildwood Crest will host Fish for Life on Saturday, June 19 at 9 a.m. at Starlight Fleet, 6200 Par Blvd., Wildwood Crest. The event will be attended by 30 special needs children, 30…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 8, 2021 – Wine and dine in some of the Wildwoods’ finest restaurants during Wildwoods Restaurant Week going on now through Thursday, June 10. The Wildwoods’ Restaurant Week is presented by the Wildwood Restaurant Association.  Over…

WILDWOOD, NJ, May 6, 2021—Getting ready to kick off Season #8 on Memorial Day Weekend, the Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market has more vendors then ever and will expand beyond Byrne Plaza, across Pacific Avenue, to the Schellenger Avenue corner lot!…

Please check back for updates! EVENTS: June 19-20: PigDog Beach Volleyball Classic July 3: Jersey Shore Spikefest July 31: Community Band by the Sea Performance Aug 6-7: Spanish Music & Food Festival Aug 14: Morey’s Mania Beach Wrestling Tournament Aug.…

The Wildwoods, NJ – May 3, 2021– The Wildwoods, NJ are thrilled to welcome back vacationers and their four-legged friends for a summer vacation experience that’s sure to please! Whether it’s a day at the beach, or a week-long vacation, the…

Barefoot Country Music Fest scheduled for August 2021 with support from the City of Wildwood and local and state tourism officials Wildwood Beach, NJ – April 29, 2021 – Give your friends a holler and get ready for some much-needed fun in…

Wildwoods, NJ restaurants are ready to welcome patrons to enjoy outdoor dining at their establishments this summer! Restaurants and eateries that have property onsite (in parking lots or on sidewalks) where outdoor seating can be placed to meet social distancing…

The Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) has announced the 2021 Downtown Wildwood Music in the Plaza line up! Formerly known as “The Block That Rocks”, and home of the Penalty Box, Playpen, Wildwood Nights, Hill 16 and H2O in the…

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…

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…

Watch the Tram Car, Please! The Tram Cars will begin rolling up and down the Wildwoods Boardwalk for the 2021 season at 11 am on Friday, May 7th!  The Tram Car is the best way to travel from end to…

The Wildwoods, NJ – April 5, 2021 –The much-anticipated 2021 vacation season could be close to record-breaking, as pre-season reservations reach an all-time high. According to local hoteliers and real estate brokers, pre-season reservations for the 2021 summer season are…

The Wildwoods, NJ – April 2, 2021 –Summer at the New Jersey shore usually includes travelers who, especially this year, are eager to take a long-awaited getaway. For those who prefer a more intimate, quiet vacation experience, the Wildwoods, NJ invites…

Wildwood Beach, NJ – March 18, 2021 – CMT Music Award nominee Lee Brice joins headliners Carrie Underwood, Zac Brown Band, Dan + Shay and Lynyrd Skynyrd, along with Billy Currington, Jimmie Allen, Jon Pardi, Chris Lane, Lindsay Ell, Ingrid Andress…

City of Wildwood, NJ – February 26, 2021 – Wildwood Mayor Pete Byron today announced that New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy contacted him confirming that the FY’22 state budget will include $4 million for boardwalk repairs. “I cannot overemphasize the…

Wildwoods Convention Center Hosts First Youth Sports Event of 2021With The Return of Cheerleading Competitions March Through May The Wildwoods, NJ – February 26, 2021 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority (GWTIDA) is proud to announce the…

The Wildwoods, NJ – February 25, 2021 – The Wildwoods, NJ are filled with beautiful scenery, colorful neon lights, iconic buildings, quirky landmarks and signs that are found nowhere else in the world. It’s no wonder that vacationers are commonly…

The Wildwoods, NJ – February 11, 2021 – As life begins to return to normal and many begin to plan their family vacations for 2021, the Wildwoods remain among the top multigenerational family vacation destinations on the East Coast. With…

In adherence with COVID-19 protocols and guidelines, island-wide sanitation procedures, as well as social distancing and mask wearing mandates are in place to ensure the health and safety of all visitors. The Wildwoods, NJ are welcoming new and returning visitors…

Northeast's largest outdoor country music fest on the beach announces August 2021 event dates and headliners Wildwood Beach, NJ – December 22, 2020 – Organizers of the Northeast’s largest outdoor country music fest on the beach, in coordination with the…

Mayor Pete Byron and Commissioners Fitzsimons and Mikulski gathered today to thank private donors – many graduates of Glenwood Avenue Elementary School – to celebrate the opening of the SOLCOW (Socratic Outdoor Learning Center Of Wildwood). The park, located on…

The Wildwoods, NJ – November 13, 2020 – The 2020 summer tourism season has come and gone in the Wildwoods, NJ; and while the challenges of COVID-19 were present, the Wildwoods experienced better than expected results by reinforcing its position…

“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 – The Wildwoods, NJ has so much to offer, from beautiful free and spacious beaches with plenty of room to spread out and a world-famous boardwalk, with lots of fun attractions that are sure to please! As…

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 – August 27, 2020 – Pedaling your way through the Wildwoods is an epic experience. No town seems to do biking better than the Wildwoods, NJ, which has coined the word ‘Bikeability’ to capture all of the…

The Wildwoods, NJ – August 11, 2020 – When it comes to making a splash, the Wildwoods have so much to offer – from miles of ocean waves to wade, surf, boogie-board or cast a fishing line; to waterslides, tube…

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,…

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 26, 2020 – A damaged stretch of the Wildwoods Boardwalk has recently undergone extensive repairs and is now fully operational and better than ever. Repairs have been completed to a stretch of the boards at…

The Wildwoods, NJ – The Wildwoods and the surrounding area have a myriad of FREE activities that are open and ready to enjoy throughout the summer! “We are excited to welcome locals and visitors to enjoy the Wildwoods this summer.…

The Wildwoods, NJ – May 29, 2020 – Nearly all of the events scheduled at the Wildwoods Convention Center in recent months that could not be held due to mandatory closures have been rescheduled at the facility for future dates.…

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…

The Wildwoods, NJ – Bike riding is a favorite pastime at the Jersey Shore, and no town seems to do biking better than the Wildwoods, NJ. The Wildwoods have coined the word ‘Bikeability’ to capture all of the amazing opportunities…

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 –…

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 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 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 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…

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…

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…

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…

In January 2020, the National Marbles Tournament, a Wildwoods tradition for 96 years, will be featured in ‘All the Marbles’, a colorful documentary produced by WQED in Pittsburgh, PA. The film debuted on WQED in October and is scheduled to…

With over nine million visitors flocking to the Wildwoods every year to enjoy the FREE beaches, exciting 2 ½-mile Boardwalk, and wide selection of fun and family-friendly activities to see and do, the Wildwoods continue to be one of the…

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’ 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.…

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…

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…

The Wildwoods, NJ – October 9, 2019 – The Wildwoods Doo Wop Preservation League presented its first annual Doo Wop Awards to two local Wildwoods businesses, honoring their achievements in preserving and embracing the Wildwoods’ Doo Wop architectural roots. During…

Wildwood – Maxwell W. Chambers, Boy Scout – Wildwood Troop #75 and Eagle Scout Candidate with the help of Randy Hentges of ABS Sign Company and few other volunteers constructed an 8-piece bike rack sculpture out of aluminum, each piece…

The autumn season (known as the Wildwoods’ ‘Second Season’) is well underway, and with less crowds, milder temperatures and lower seasonal hotel rates, there is no better time to explore and experience the Wildwoods. The Wildwoods are home to unique…

This Fall, fall in love with the Wildwoods. It’s the perfect time for couples to enjoy quiet, sunrise walks on the beach or romantic, candlelit dinners and sunsets on the back bays. Smaller crowds and milder temperatures make exploring museums,…

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,…

The Wildwoods, NJ – February 1, 2016 – The Wildwoods Convention Center was once again named as a 2016 Readers’ Choice Award winner by SportsEvents Media Group, publisher of SportsEvents Magazine, the leading industry publication focused exclusively on helping sports…

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, 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, NJ – March 13, 2015 – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) received the 2015 New Jersey Tourism Excellence Award for Advertising from the New Jersey Tourism Industry Association (NJTIA) at this year’s New Jersey…

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…