Your Insider Look at the Best Events This Season
Fall at the Shore is magical—warm days, cool evenings, and a calendar packed with community traditions that make living here so special. Whether you’re a long-time resident, a new homeowner, or dreaming of owning a shore retreat, here’s your ultimate guide to Cape May County’s 2025 Fall Festivals.
🎶 September: Festivals, Food & Music
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Sea Isle City Fall Family Festival (Sept. 13) – Food, music, kids’ activities, and more.
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North Wildwood Irish Fall Festival (Sept. 19–21) – Street vendors, entertainment, and a lively parade.
🍻 September & October: Oktoberfests & Harvest Celebrations
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Oktoberfest at Morey’s Piers (Weekends, Sept. 12–Oct. 12) – Bavarian food and Oompah bands.
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Harvest Brew Fest (Sept. 13, Cape May) – Craft brews, food trucks, artisans, and live music.
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Savor September Festival (Sept. 20, Stone Harbor) – Local food, wine, beer, and music.
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Cape May Oktoberfest (Sept. 27) – Bavarian fare and German music downtown.
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Harpoon’s on the Bay Oktoberfest (Oct. 3–4, North Cape May) – Classic German celebration by the bay.
🎨 October: Arts, Seafood & Family Fun
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Avalon Arts & Seafood Festival (Oct. 11, Surfside Park) – Fresh seafood, local artists, and music.
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West Cape May Lima Bean Festival (Oct. 11) – A quirky local favorite!
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Cold Spring Village Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 11) – Hayrides, games, and family fun.
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Ocean City Fall Block Party (Oct. 11) – Vendors, live entertainment, and fall shopping.
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Cape May Audubon Fall Festival (Oct. 16–19) – A birder’s paradise.
🎷 November: Jazz & Seasonal Fare
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Willow Creek Winery Fall Fest (Nov. 1–2) – Wine tastings, artisan vendors, and live music.
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Exit Zero Jazz Festival (Nov. 7–9, Cape May) – World-class jazz in a seaside setting.
🌟 Why Fall in Cape May County Is Special
These festivals showcase more than great food and entertainment—they highlight the sense of community and lifestyle that makes owning a home here so rewarding. Imagine spending your weekends walking to a food and wine festival, watching a sunset airshow, or listening to live jazz by the bay—all right outside your front door.
✨ Thinking About a Shore Home?
Fall is the perfect season to explore the market in Avalon, Stone Harbor, North Wildwood, and beyond. If you’d like to make Cape May County part of your lifestyle, I’d love to help you find the perfect home.
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— Jenna McNulty | Compass Real Estate
