April Events at the Jersey Shore
April events celebrate spring with egg hunts, environmental programs, and early-season festivals.
17
Events
4
Major Festivals
4
Free Events
9
Categories
The busiest day in April: Saturday, April 11
9 events land on this one day. If you are choosing a weekend, this is the one with the most going on — and the one where parking, traffic and rooms are tightest. Book and arrive early.
- Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival · Atlantic City
- JSRC RunAPalooza · Asbury Park
- Doo Dah Parade · Ocean City
- Ocean City Music Pier Spring Concert Series · Ocean City
- LBI Spring Surf Fishing Derby · Long Beach Island
- Jersey Shore Restaurant Week · Belmar
- OC Con Comic Book & Memorabilia Show · Ocean City
- Girls' Weekend Ocean City · Ocean City
- Kite at the Pier · Long Branch
Destination Events in April
Major festivals and events worth planning your trip around.
April 11, 2026
Sessions at 12pm and 7pm
Premier craft beer festival with 100+ breweries and live music in Atlantic City.
Highlights
April 11, 2026
8am start
Spring running festival with 5K, 10K, and half marathon along Asbury Park boardwalk.
Highlights
April 25, 2026
11am start
5K run ending at MudHen Brewing with craft beer celebration. Optional Beer Mile.
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April 12, 2026
7:30am start
Spring half marathon and 10K through Ocean City with boardwalk finish.
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Major Events
Quirky comedy parade with 300+ basset hounds and costumed participants.
Somers Point Bayfest
Somers Point
South Jersey's largest single-day festival with 30,000+ visitors.
Premier point-to-point race along the shore with full and half marathon options.
Spring concert series at historic Music Pier with classic rock and doo-wop.
200,000 tulips in bloom with garden tours, wine tastings, and trolley tours.
LBI Spring Surf Fishing Derby
Long Beach Island
79-day surf fishing tournament with 100% cash payout for striped bass and bluefish.
3-day youth entertainment festival with music, wrestling, and fashion at Showboat.
60+ restaurants offer prix fixe menus across Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Local Events & Celebrations
Red Bank Spring Street Fair & Craft Show
Red Bank • April 26, 2026
Events by Category
Events by County
Monmouth County
5
events
Ocean County
1
events
Atlantic County
3
events
Cape May County
8
events
💡 April Tips
Shoulder season means fewer crowds. Perfect for birding as migration begins.
April Highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
What events happen at the Jersey Shore in April?
April features 17 events at the Jersey Shore including Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival, JSRC RunAPalooza, Ocean City Half Marathon. April events celebrate spring with egg hunts, environmental programs, and early-season festivals.
Are there free events at the Jersey Shore in April?
Yes, 4 of the 17 events in April are free to attend. Many towns host free concerts, parades, and community celebrations.
What should I know about visiting the Jersey Shore in April?
Shoulder season means fewer crowds. Perfect for birding as migration begins.
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Town calendars with April events
Year-round event calendars for the towns running something this month.