NJShore Guide

Things to Do in Wildwood

Free Beaches & Retro Fun. Discover beaches, attractions, dining, and local experiences.

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Morey's Piers

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Family-owned since 1969, ranked #2 seaside amusement park worldwide. 100+ rides across 18 acres: Surfside Pier (Great Nor'Easter coaster, Atmosfear! 140-foot drop), Mariner's Pier (Giant Wheel 156 feet, Great White wooden coaster), Adventure Pier (Skyscraper 170-foot windmill at 65 mph). Plus Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis waterparks. Combo pass $70.

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Wildwood Boardwalk

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2-mile boardwalk with the famous Sightseer Tramcar (since 1949, $5 one-way) and its iconic "Watch the Tramcar Please!" announcement recorded in 1971.

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Doo Wop Experience Museum

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FREE museum in the relocated former Surfside Diner with pinwheel-shaped roof. Vintage neon signs, Herman Miller chairs, Charles Eames pieces, plus outdoor Neon Garden with restored signs from demolished landmarks. Doo Wop Bus Tour ($25, summer evenings) explores the architecture.

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Wide Beaches

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FREE beaches up to 500 feet wideโ€”some of the widest on the East Coast. Beach taxis available!

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Morey's Piers

Family-owned since 1969, ranked #2 seaside amusement park worldwide. 100+ rides across 18 acres: Surfside Pier (Great Nor'Easter coaster, Atmosfear! 140-foot drop), Mariner's Pier (Giant Wheel 156 feet, Great White wooden coaster), Adventure Pier (Skyscraper 170-foot windmill at 65 mph). Plus Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis waterparks. Combo pass $70.

Breakfast in the Sky

Unique Morey's experienceโ€”picnic on the Giant Wheel with white linens, china, and chef-prepared food for up to 4 guests. Reservations required.

Hereford Inlet Lighthouse

Beautiful Victorian lighthouse in North Wildwood with gardens and museum. One of NJ's prettiest lighthouses.

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Wildwood Boardwalk

2-mile boardwalk with the famous Sightseer Tramcar (since 1949, $5 one-way) and its iconic "Watch the Tramcar Please!" announcement recorded in 1971.

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Doo Wop Experience Museum

FREE museum in the relocated former Surfside Diner with pinwheel-shaped roof. Vintage neon signs, Herman Miller chairs, Charles Eames pieces, plus outdoor Neon Garden with restored signs from demolished landmarks. Doo Wop Bus Tour ($25, summer evenings) explores the architecture.

๐Ÿ–๏ธBeachs

Wide Beaches

FREE beaches up to 500 feet wideโ€”some of the widest on the East Coast. Beach taxis available!

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Wildwood Beach

Famous FREE beach up to 500 feet wideโ€”some of the widest on the East Coast. So wide that beach taxis transport visitors to the waterline.

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Wildwood Vibe

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Wildwood is Best For

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Events & Festivals

Wildwood Polar Bear Plunge

Mid-January

20th Anniversary celebration in 2026! Special Olympics NJ fundraiser at Wildwood Convention Center beach. Wave Maker option for supporters who don't want to plunge.

Wildwood Fishing & Boating Expo

Early January

Annual expo at Wildwood Convention Center featuring fishing gear, boats, seminars, and the chance to meet fishing legends.

Wild Con

Mid-January

Pop culture convention at Wildwood Convention Center with cosplay, vendors, celebrity guests, and gaming.

Summer Kick-Off Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend

Official start of summer on the boardwalk with all Morey's Piers rides open, live entertainment, fireworks, and classic car shows.

Barefoot Country Music Fest

Mid-June

Northeast's largest outdoor country music festival. 4 days of top country acts on Wildwood Beach.

Thunder Over the Waves Airshow

Labor Day Weekend

Spectacular beach airshow featuring military jets, Golden Knights parachute team, and vintage aircraft over Wildwood Beach.

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