Memorial Day Weekend 2026
Kick off summer at the Jersey Shore. Book your oceanfront escape for the unofficial start of beach season.
Book Your Memorial Day Getaway
Search hotels and rentals for the long weekend
Memorial Day Booking Tips
Book Now - Prime Properties Sell Out
Oceanfront hotels and popular rentals book 2-3 months ahead for Memorial Day.
Consider Thursday Arrival
Beat the Friday traffic and often get a better rate on a 4-night stay.
Free Beach Towns = Built-in Savings
Wildwood, Atlantic City, and North Wildwood have no beach badges.
Weather Backup Plan
May weather can be unpredictable. Book refundable rates or have indoor activities ready.
Best Towns for Memorial Day Weekend
Wildwood
Free beaches, boardwalk opens fully, retro motel vibes
✨ Mooch Madness festival
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Cape May
Victorian charm, upscale dining, wine trail opens
✨ Spring blooms & garden tours
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Asbury Park
Live music scene kicks off, rooftop bars open
✨ Beach bar season begins
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Ocean City
Family-friendly, boardwalk fully operational
✨ Hermit Crab races begin
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Long Beach Island
Quiet beaches, vacation rental paradise
✨ Chowderfest & fishing season
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Atlantic City
Casino deals, free beach, pool parties
✨ Pool season opens
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What's Happening Memorial Day Weekend
Boardwalk Grand Openings
Wildwood, Seaside Heights, Ocean City
Memorial Day Parades
Most shore towns
Beach Bar Season Kickoff
Asbury Park, Sea Isle City
Fishing Charter Season Opens
All ports
Outdoor Dining Returns
Cape May, Spring Lake
Complete Your Trip
Flights, Hotels & Car Rentals
Hotels & Accommodations
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Flights
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Car Rentals
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