Planning a vacation or a weekend getaway can be stressful, but when you book a trip to Cape May, New Jersey, you can count on having the time of your life. This coastal city provides a mix of charm and energy that is hard to beat. While you could come and simply relax on its beaches and enjoy the sunshine and a cold drink, if you want to make the most of your trip, make sure to check out which Cape May events are going on during your stay. Ocean Club Hotel looks at some things to do in the area with this list of Cape May, NJ, events.
Get a History Lesson
Cape May has been a coastal city since the mid-1800s. Because of this, the area is rich in history. One of the events you’ll love during your stay is the Historic District Trolley Tour. This tour takes you on a journey throughout the seaside resort, explaining the Victorian architecture of its beautiful, wood-framed buildings. This tour runs year-round, so you’ll be able to learn about the city’s exciting history whenever you show up.
You can also take a ride on the Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour, which gives insight into the wealthiest residents of the early 1900s and how they lived. Alternatively, the Emlen Physick Estate Guided Tour lets you explore the first and second floors of the Physick House Museum to better understand how the family and their household lived in the Victorian era.
Something out of This World
If you’re looking for something a little out of the ordinary, why not look into one of the city’s ghost tours? Ghost Capers is a ghost tour that takes you through Cape May’s historic district on foot. You’ll hear tales of spooky sightings and heart-stopping hauntings in different buildings throughout the district, and the nighttime tour is lit by a lantern to add to the ambiance. You can also check out the Historic Haunts Combo Tour to get a lesson in history while exploring the city’s haunted Victorian house museum.
Calling All Nature Lovers
The city offers several ways to engage with nature, including the Cape May Wetlands State Natural Area and the Higbee Beach Wildlife Management Area, each of which provides a fun way for adventurous visitors to see local wildlife. In the fall, you can head to Cape May Convention Hall to see The Nature Place during the NJ Audubon’s Cape May Fall Festival. Here, you get to witness a free live animal show from Nature Nick’s Animal Adventures every day of the week. You can even watch the monarch butterfly tagging demo to see our fluttering friends in action.
Have Some Holiday Cheer
If you’re visiting during the holidays, the Cape May calendar of events includes our West Cape May Christmas Parade. This festive parade is held on the first Saturday in December and has been an annual event for the area for over 50 years. This is a great way to celebrate the holiday season with friends, family, and the locals.
Explore the Cape May Calendar of Events
With so many exciting Cape May events going on throughout the year, it’s no surprise that the city is on many people’s wish lists. At the Ocean Club Hotel, we can provide you with beautiful and roomy accommodations to keep you comfortable during your stay. Our hotel provides a large pool with a dining and bar area nearby and features the SeaSalt Restaurant, which provides fine dining without the fuss. If you’re ready to start planning your trip, book now.