Things to Do in North Wildwood
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Must-See Spots
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Family Rating
Don't Miss in North Wildwood
North Wildwood Beach
Must Seebeach
Wide, FREE beach with plenty of space. Less crowded than Wildwood proper.
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
Must Seeattraction
Historic 1874 lighthouse with beautiful Victorian gardens. Open for tours.
Wildwood Boardwalk
Must Seeboardwalk
Easy walk to the famous 2-mile boardwalk with Morey's Piers and attractions.
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🏖️Beachs
North Wildwood Beach
Wide, FREE beach with plenty of space. Less crowded than Wildwood proper.
🎢Attractions
Hereford Inlet Lighthouse
Historic 1874 lighthouse with beautiful Victorian gardens. Open for tours.
🎡Boardwalks
Wildwood Boardwalk
Easy walk to the famous 2-mile boardwalk with Morey's Piers and attractions.
Beach Highlights
View all beaches →North Wildwood Beach
Wide, FREE beaches slightly less crowded than Wildwood proper. Great for families wanting space to spread out.
Hereford Inlet Beach
Northern tip of the island near the lighthouse. Calmer waters and beautiful views of Hereford Inlet.
North Wildwood Vibe
Primary Vibe
Classic Shore Fun
Family Friendly
5/5 Stars
Nightlife
3/5 Stars
Quietness
2/5 Stars
North Wildwood is Best For
Events & Festivals
Irish Fall Festival
Late SeptemberFive-day Irish cultural celebration with live music, step dancing, bagpipes, Irish vendors, and family activities along the boardwalk. Draws 100,000+ visitors annually to North Wildwood.
North Wildwood Saint Patrick's Day Parade
Saturday before St. Patrick's DayOne of New Jersey's largest St. Patrick's Day parades featuring marching bands, bagpipes, Irish dancers, and festive floats. Draws thousands to Spruce Avenue.
Wildwoods International Kite Festival
Memorial Day WeekendFree family event featuring professional kite fliers from around the world showcasing giant show kites, stunt kites, and kite-making workshops on North Wildwood beach.
Music Pier Summer Concert Series
June-AugustFree outdoor concerts at Hereford Inlet featuring local and regional bands, tribute acts, and family-friendly entertainment throughout summer season.
North Wildwood Fireworks
Weekly in summer, July 4th specialWeekly Friday night beach fireworks displays throughout summer season, with special extended show on July 4th. Launched from North Wildwood beach.
Captain Kidd Pirate Day
Third Saturday in MayFree family pirate celebration with costume parade, treasure hunt, prizes, and raffles featuring bikes and weekend getaway packages.
NJ State BBQ Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival
Mid-July (3-day festival)Premier barbecue competition with state championship judging, live blues performances, cooking demonstrations, and food vendors along Olde New Jersey Avenue.
Thunder Over the Waves Airshow
Mid-September (2 days)Free aerial acrobatics spectacle featuring military aircraft, custom stunt planes, aerialists, and parachute demonstrations. Viewable from beach and boardwalk.