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CBS News
23-05-2025
- CBS News
Experience Wildwood's free family fun this summer season in New Jersey
Free family fun in Wildwood, NJ extends far beyond the beach Free family fun in Wildwood, NJ extends far beyond the beach Free family fun in Wildwood, NJ extends far beyond the beach Sun, surf, and plenty of sand. The Wildwoods offer five miles of sun-soaked beaches and no beach tags are required. "Unlike most of New Jersey, there's no beach tag necessary. You can bring your family down enjoy a great day at the beach," said Louis Belasco, executive director of Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority. Throughout the summer season, visitors can enjoy activities in Downtown Wildwood like free Tuesday night movies and Thursday night concerts at Byrne Plaza, along with a number of free festivals around town, plus free fireworks every Friday night. "We have so much free things to do that a family can really defray a lot of the costs of their vacation, by taking advantage of all the great free things we have," said Ben Rose, director of marketing & public relations of Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority. Fun for families at Sunrise Park Located along the beach edge of Wildwood Crest between Rambler Road and Lotus Road. This popular stop features a large playground for kids of all ages, a spray ground and an outdoor fitness center for adults. "You're never more than a few short blocks to a playground on this island," said Belasco. A beach for your furry friends Even dogs can enjoy the sand and the ocean. Wildwood has a free dog park and beach from Maple to Glenwood avenues. Enter under the boardwalk at Maple Avenue. The dog park is open daily, and the dog beach is open from dawn to dusk. "Wildwood definitely surpasses other beaches in terms of dog friendliness and the length of the beach," said Delaware resident Elise Conner. Bikeability at its best Explore the Wildwoods with a scenic, 10-mile round-trip bike path adventure from the southern dunes onto the boardwalk to the seawall in North Wildwood. "We coined the phrase 'bikeability' because the Wildwoods have the greatest bike path," said Rose. "It's great to bike here and no hills!" said Pennsylvania resident Betsy Medon. Need wheels? D.R. Bradley's has you covered. Rent a bike from a local business that has served the Wildwoods for over 20 years. "It's just the best way to go around and see the Wildwoods," said owner Dan Bradley.
CBS News
18-02-2025
- Business
- CBS News
An airshow is coming to Wildwood, New Jersey, in 2025
An airshow is coming to the Jersey Shore in 2025, but it isn't in Atlantic City. According to a Greater Wildwoods Tourism Authority spokesperson, the Wildwoods Thunder Over The Waves Airshow will take place in September. The airshow will be a two-day event scheduled for Sept. 5 and 6. The spokesperson said the GWTA gave approval for the airshow last Thursday, and contracts are currently being signed. The GWTA will fund the airshow. The GWTA saw an opportunity to host its airshow after the Greater Atlantic City Chamber canceled the 2025 Atlantic City Airshow at the end of the year. The spokesperson said the economic impacts were a factor behind the decision. This will be the second straight year without the Atlantic City Airshow. The 2024 airshow was canceled after organizers said a "major act" withdrew. The Greater Atlantic City Chamber said in December it's hopeful the AC airshow will return in 2026. "Our goal is to ensure the long-term viability of the Airshow — it is New Jersey's largest free event, a 20-year tradition, that has brought joy to hundreds of thousands of visitors and residents alike," the Greater Atlantic City Chamber said in a December 2024 statement. "We recognize the Airshow's significant role in our community and to the tourism economy, and we are steadfast in our dedication to preserving its legacy while adapting to current economic realities."
