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Memorial Day Weekend

Kick off summer at the Jersey Shore. Book your oceanfront escape for the unofficial start of beach season.

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3-DayWeekend Getaway

Memorial Day Booking Tips

Consider Thursday Arrival

Beat the Friday traffic.

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.

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Best Towns for Memorial Day Weekend

Wildwood

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Wildwoods International Kite Festival

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Cape May

Victorian historic district and beaches

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Asbury Park

Live music venues and the boardwalk

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Ocean City

Family-friendly boardwalk town

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Long Beach Island

Weekly vacation rentals

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Atlantic City

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What's Happening Memorial Day Weekend

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Wildwoods International Kite Festival

Wildwood

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Seaside Heights Fireworks season begins (Wednesdays)

Seaside Heights

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Atlantic City Tropicana Fireworks Series begins (Saturdays)

Atlantic City

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