Specialty Events at the Jersey Shore
Unique events like polar bear plunges, lighthouse tours, and special occasions
2
Events
1
Major Festivals
1
Free Events
2
Months Active
Destination Specialty Events
Major specialty events worth planning your trip around.
Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside Heights
Seaside Heights, Ocean County
February 28, 2026
Plunge at 1pm
NJ's largest polar bear plunge with 7,500+ plungers raising $2.5M for Special Olympics.
Highlights
Major Specialty Events
Thunder Over the Waves Airshow
Wildwood
New beach airshow featuring military jets and Golden Knights parachute team.
Specialty Events by Month
Specialty Events by County
Monmouth County
0
events
Ocean County
1
events
Atlantic County
0
events
Cape May County
1
events
Frequently Asked Questions
What specialty events are there at the Jersey Shore?
The Jersey Shore hosts 2 specialty events throughout the year. Unique events like polar bear plunges, lighthouse tours, and special occasions
When is the best time for specialty events at the shore?
Specialty Events events happen throughout the year, with events in February, September.
Are there free specialty events at the Jersey Shore?
Yes, 1 of the 2 specialty events at the Jersey Shore are free to attend.