NJShore Guide

September Events at the Jersey Shore

September hosts the biggest events of the year including major music festivals and beloved food events.

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Destination Events in September

Major festivals and events worth planning your trip around.

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Sea.Hear.Now Festival

Asbury Park, Monmouth County

GA from $199, VIP from $499

September 19-20, 2026

Gates open 11am daily

Premier beach music festival featuring top rock acts and pro surfing competition in Asbury Park.

Highlights

35,000 daily attendance25+ artists on 3 stagesProfessional surf competitionArt installations and local food vendors
👥35,000 daily
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Irish Fall Festival

North Wildwood, Cape May County

Free

September 17-20, 2026

Varies; parade Sunday 1pm

Largest Irish festival on the East Coast with music, dancing, boxing, and grand parade.

Highlights

Largest Irish festival on East CoastBoxing tournament5K Irish JogGrand parade Sunday
👥100,000+
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🍽️Major Event

Festival of the Sea

Point Pleasant Beach, Ocean County

Free

September 19, 2026

10am-5pm

47th annual festival with 250+ craft vendors, seafood, and live entertainment.

Highlights

47th annual250+ craft vendorsSeafood vendorsLive entertainment
👥50,000+
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🏍️Major Event

Roar to the Shore

Wildwood, Cape May County

Free

September 4-7, 2026

Varies

One of East Coast largest motorcycle rallies with 50,000+ bikers in Wildwood.

Highlights

50,000+ attendeesThunder on the BeachLive musicVendor village
👥50,000+

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Free

Thunder Over the Waves Airshow

Wildwood

September 4-5, 2026|11am-4pm

New beach airshow featuring military jets and Golden Knights parachute team.

👥400,000 expected

Events by Category

Events by County

Monmouth County

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Sea.Hear.Now Festiva...

Ocean County

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Festival of the Sea

Atlantic County

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Cape May County

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Irish Fall FestivalRoar to the Shore

💡 September Tips

September is many locals' favorite month with great weather and major events.

September Highlights

Sea.Hear.NowIrish Fall FestivalChowderfest

Frequently Asked Questions

What events happen at the Jersey Shore in September?

September features 5 events at the Jersey Shore including Sea.Hear.Now, Irish Fall Festival, Chowderfest. September hosts the biggest events of the year including major music festivals and beloved food events.

Are there free events at the Jersey Shore in September?

Yes, 4 of the 5 events in September are free to attend. Many towns host free concerts, parades, and community celebrations.

What should I know about visiting the Jersey Shore in September?

September is many locals' favorite month with great weather and major events.

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