Monthly Archives: September 2024

People’s Light Extends ‘The Porch on Windy Hill’

Malvern-based theatre People’s Light announced an extension to the upcoming regional premiere presentation of The  Porch on Windy Hill, a new play with old music by David M. Lutken, Sherry Stregack Lutken, Lisa Helmi Johanson, and Morgan Morse. The theatre has added seven performances and extends the show’s run through Oct. 20. The Porch on Windy Hill is presented on the Steinbright Stage, an intimate, flexible 140-seat theatre.  

The story follows a young couple who leave their life in Brooklyn for the mountains of North Carolina in search of musical inspiration. It features live performances of a dozen traditional American roots melodies played on a mix of guitars, violins, banjos, and an erhu. Conceived and directed by Sherry  Stregack Lutken, the production’s cast features audience-favorite David M. Lutken returning to the People’s Light stage with actors Rob Morrison and EJ Zimmerman.  

People’s Light begins its golden anniversary season with a journey through Appalachia, where Bluegrass/Americana meets a worldly perspective on musical roots and family ties. In The Porch on Windy Hill, Mira (Zimmerman), a biracial Korean American violinist, and her boyfriend Beckett (Morrison) reconnect with her estranged grandfather Edgar (Lutken), delving into the joys and pains of the past. In the mountains of North Carolina, they discover the ability to bridge divides and heal wounds through the power of music. Set against a backdrop of authentic “old-time” and Bluegrass melodies, this heartwarming tale combines endearing characters and traditional instruments in a harmonious exploration of heritage and human connection. 

The Porch on Windy Hill had a 2021 world premiere at the Ivoryton Playhouse in Connecticut and three productions in Chicago, Illinois, Lowell, Massachusetts, and Weston, Vermont. 

If You Go

  • Performances through Sunday, Oct. 20.
  • Tickets start at $35
  • Access Night performances are Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 7 p.m., or Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 2 p.m. 
  • Thursday Hootenannies, a post-performance BYOI (bring-your-own-instrument) musical free-for-all with the cast are available on Sept.26 and Oct. 3 and 10.  
  • Runtime of 2 hours with an intermission
  • Recommended for audiences ages 12 or older.  
  • To purchase single tickets, visit peopleslight.org or call the box office at 610-644-3500.  

Opera Philadelphia Offers ‘Pick Your Price’ Tickets

Anthony Roth Costanzo, the star countertenor who took the helm as General Director and President on June 1, announced today that all tickets for every performance of Opera Philadelphia’s 2024-2025 Season will be available for $11, or a higher price of your choosing, as part of a new initiative called Pick Your Price. The pioneering ticket program, the first of its kind initiated by a major American opera company, represents a radical shift aimed at bringing opera to more people.

Price can be a big barrier to entry at the opera, and ticket sales are a metric that too often determines how we program, how we engage, and how we market. If we are worried about making sure we sell expensive tickets, it limits the possibility of who we reach and what we make. “Pick Your Price invites everyone to connect with Opera Philadelphia at a price that works for them. We hope it encourages audiences to take a risk and try something new, allows parents to bring their children more easily, and spurs opera lovers to come to more performances. It makes the cost of a night out to dinner and a show more manageable. Ultimately, our goal is to bring opera to more people and bring more people to the opera. – Anthony Roth Costanzo

 

International opera star and 2023 Kennedy Center honoree Renée Fleming spoke to what a ticket access program at this scale means for the field: “This is a landmark moment for opera and a new intrepid model for how we connect with audiences.”

Pick Your Price starts now, and tickets are available for all three productions in the 2024-2025 Season: Missy Mazzoli and Royce Vavrek’s The Listeners (Sept. 25, 27, & 29, 2024), Joseph Bologne’s The Anonymous Lover (Jan. 31 & Feb. 2, 2025), and Mozart’s Don Giovanni (April 25 & 27, May 2 & 4, 2025).

Pick Your Price is accessible immediately at operaphila.org.

Philadelphia Theatre Company celebrates 50 years with the Philadelphia premiere of ‘La Egoísta’ (‘The Selfish’)

Philadelphia Theatre Company launches its milestone 50th anniversary season with La Egoísta (“The Selfish”).  This touching and humorous play perfectly embodies the season’s theme, “We’re a Philly Thing! A season of plays of, by, and for the people of Philadelphia.”

Written by Dominican American playwright and Philadelphia native Erlina Ortiz, La Egoísta reflects the vibrancy and resilience of the city’s diverse communities. With an all-Hispanic/Latino-identifying cast and creative team, the production will coincide with the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. 

Directed by Tatyana-Marie Carlo, La Egoísta tells the story of two sisters, bonded by duty and love, whose relationship is tested by the challenges of career ambitions, caregiving, and what it means to sacrifice for the ones you love. La Egoísta first premiered in February 2023 (Actors Theatre of Louisville/ Louisville, KY) following a reading at the 2022 Latinx Theatre Commons. As a 2022 National Latine Playwrights Award winner, this production’s Philadelphia premiere marks an essential moment in PTC’s  history, spotlighting the rich, multifaceted narratives that define the city.  

Josefina (Sasha Merci), La Egoísta’s witty protagonist, is a wildly funny, independent, and  compassionate big sister and Philadelphia-based stand-up comedian who takes nothing seriously except the well-being of her little sister Betsaida (María Gabriela González). When Betsaida becomes ill just as Josefina’s career begins to take off, she experiences an inevitable clash between her responsibility toward her sister and the pursuit of her dream.  

Marisol Rosa-Shapiro and Jonathan Tineo are also featured in the show. 

Playwright Erlina Ortiz and director Tatyana-Marie Carlo share a robust artistic connection, united by their commitment to telling powerful, culturally resonant stories that center on themes of identity, family, and the Latine experience.

If You Go

Previews for La Egoísta begin on Oct. 4, and the play runs through Oct. 20, with Opening Night on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The production runs 100 minutes without intermission.

PTC’s production offers several affinity nights for various audiences, including

  • Community Night on  Friday, Oct. 11
  • Black Theatre Night on Friday, Oct. 18
  • Post-show talkback takes place on Sunday, Oct. 13
  • Audio-described performance on Saturday, Oct. 12
  • Open caption accompanied performance on Saturday, Oct. 19.
  • ASL-interpreted performance on Thursday, Oct. 17.

Tickets and info can be found at philadelphiatheatrecompany.org. 

Philadelphia Theatre Company (PTC) is at 480 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19146

Quintessence Theatre Presents Martin Crimp’s ‘Cyrano De Bergerac’

For fourteen years, Quintessence Theatre has produced award-winning theatre at the Sedgwick in Mt. Airy and is kicking off its XV Anniversary Season with a blockbuster play that embodies the company’s “classics forward” approach to drama and literature. Considered one of the world’s one hundred greatest plays, Quintessence is thrilled to produce the Philadelphia Premiere of the adaptation of Edmond Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac by “in-yer-face” British playwright Martin Crimp.

The beloved pioneer of panache, Cyrano de Bergerac, is a celebration of the power of language. Roxane loves the beautiful-bodied but dim-witted and inarticulate Christian. Cyrano is a genius with words and a masterful swordsman but his long nose makes him embittered and fearful to profess his love. So instead of fighting, Cyrano offers Christian the use of his poetry in order to win Roxane’s affection with more than just looks, and a powerful and often hilarious love triangle is set in motion. Through spoken word, slam poetry, raps and rhymes, this Cyrano breaks out into contemporary culture and becomes instantly recognizable as a man trapped by love and the worth of beauty.

Returning Quintessence Theatre artists are Lee Thomas Cortopassi as Ligniere, Janis Dardaris as Leila Ragueneau, Gabriel Elmore as Valvert, J. Hernandez as Cyrano, Daniel Chase Miller as Christian and Kelechi Udenkwo as Le Bret. Making their Quintessence debuts are Erica Lynn Bridge as Roxanne, Tim Dugan as De Guiche, Liam Gerard as Montfleury, and Laiah Westlyn as Marie-Louise. All other roles will be played by the Ensemble.

If You Go

“Cyrano de Bergerac” runs Sept. 25-Oct. 20. Opening Night is Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m. Reserved tickets start at $30, and multiple discounts are available, including day-of RUSH tickets for $10. Premium seats are available starting at $40.

Events during this production include:

  • Pay-What-You-Can (Sept. 25)
  • Behind-the-Scenes (Oct. 2)
  • Queer Affinity Night (Oct.3)
  • Cast Talkback (Oct. 10)
  • Special Guest Convo (Oct. 13)
  • Industry Night (Oct. 17)
  • Teen Night (Oct.18).
  • Tickets, discount, event details and information are available at www.QTGREP.org.

Quintessence is located 7137 Germantown Ave.  Patrons can call the Box Office at 215-987-4450.

Walnut Street Theatre Opens With ‘Jersey Boys’

Walnut Street Theatre (WST) begins their 216th season with the Broadway musical phenomenon Jersey Boys. Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with this Broadway musical phenomenon. The show begins previews on October 1, opens Oct. 9, and closes on Nov. 3.

They were just four guys from Jersey, and while their harmonies were perfect on stage, off stage it was a very different story — their story has made them an international sensation all over again. This Broadway-hit takes you behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito, and Nick Massi as we explore the rise of one of the most iconic pop bands in American music history.

With a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice, music by The Four Seasons member Bob Gaudio, and lyrics by Bob Crewe, the show premiered on Broadway in 2005 to critical acclaim and has won four Tony Awards. The documentary-style show dramatizes the personal and professional struggles of the members of The Four Seasons, from early brushes with the law to the group’s induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. The show features a rich selection of the band’s greatest hits, including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”

Richard Stafford returns to the Walnut as Director/Choreographer, having previously directed and choreographed numerous Mainstage shows, including Beautiful – The Carole King Musical. In addition to his work with the Walnut, Stafford has also choreographed on Broadway and the New York City Opera. Music and vocal direction will be provided by Chris Burcheri, whose Walnut credits include Disney’s Beauty and the Beast; Elvis – A Musical Revolution; Rocky, the Musical; and Beautiful – The Carole King Musical. Burcheri has also served as the music director for the WST for Kids series and the Associate Conductor on Annie and Holiday Inn.

Returning to the Walnut for the first time since his role as Bobby C in Saturday Night Fever is Will Stephan Connell as Frankie Valli, the frontman of The Four Seasons. Appearing alongside Connell as band member Bob Gaudio is Eddie Olmo II, fresh from his role as Barry Mann in Beautiful – The Carole King Musical. Returning to the Walnut as a founding member of the band, Tommy Devito, is Ken Sandberg, last seen in Elvis – A Musical Revolution. Rounding out The Four Seasons quartet and appearing as Nick Massi is Chris Stevens, known for his role as Gaston in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

Walnut favorite Fran Prisco takes on the role of mob boss Gyp Decarlo in his 41st WST production, having just appeared in last season’s Beautiful – The Carole King Musical and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Appearing as producer Bob Crewe is Ryan Kleinman, who made his Walnut debut with Beautiful – The Carole King Musical.

Returning to the Walnut as various friends and paramours of the band members are Walnut veterans Kimberly Maxson (Jimmy Buffett’s Escape to Margaritaville; Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), Dana Orange (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast; Beautiful – The Carole King Musical), Kerri Rose (Saturday Night Fever; A Christmas Story), and Audrey Biehl Simmons (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast; Beautiful – The Carole King Musical).

Making their WST Mainstage acting debuts and rounding out the cast are Tommy Craig, who understudied for Beautiful – The Carole King Musical, and Dance Captain/Associate Choreographer Joseph Cullinane.

Returning to the Walnut to bring the streets of New Jersey to the Walnut’s stage is Scenic Designer John Farrell, whose designs were seen most recently in Aspects of Love on the Mainstage. Joining Farrell are Walnut veterans Lighting Designer Matt DeMascolo (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast) and Sound Designer

Ed Chapman (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), along with Assistant Lighting Designer Jen Donsky. Returning to the Walnut fresh from Beautiful – The Carole King Musical to costume our rockstars and capture the iconic hair of the 60s are Costume Designer Mary Folino and Wig Designer Carissa Thorlakson.

From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s just too good to be true!  The 2024-25 season also includes: Elf the Broadway Musical, Driving Miss Daisy, Noël Coward’s Hay Fever, and Dreamgirls.

Subscriptions are available now for as little as $26 per show – up to a 75% savings compared to regular ticket prices! Individual tickets go on-sale July 23. For information on season subscriptions or individual tickets, call the Walnut at 215-574-3550 x6 or visit WalnutStreetTheatre.org.

Monsters on the Beach in Wildwood!

Brace yourselves for a spine-tingling, earth-shaking weekend as the Monsters on the Beach Monster Truck Races rev their engines and return to the Wildwood’s Beach on Friday, September 27, and Saturday, September 28.

Presented by Renegade Monster Truck Tour, this adrenaline-pumping spectacle promises a thrilling experience for monster truck enthusiasts and families alike. The “Monsterous” weekend begins on Friday with Monsters on Main Street. Each of the 8 Renegade Monster Trucks will be on display in Wildwood Crest from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. before they fire up and parade through Wildwood Crest.

Saturday consists of two shows – the afternoon performance begins at 12:30 p.m. and the evening performance begins at 7 p.m. Both take place on the beach at Schellenger Avenue in Wildwood. Admission starts at $25 for adults and $12 for children 12 and younger. Gates open 2-1/2 hours before each performance. The fun begins with the Renegade Monster Truck Tour Track Party where attendees can see the trucks up close, meet the drivers, take pictures, and more. Attendees have the option to upgrade their experience and take the ride of a lifetime on a 12-ft.-tall 10,000 Renegade Monster Truck. Tickets are required for each rider, regardless of age.

During the performances, each of the 8 Renegade Monster Trucks will battle for points and compete for bragging rights and title of ‘King of the Beach’ by tackling an aggressive track of obstacles including crush cars, huge jumps and even a backflip ramp!

The Monster Truck lineup for the event, subject to chance, currently includes Hooked, Stinger, Stone Crusher, Toxic, Crush Station, Lumberjack, War Wizard, and Shredder.

For more information or to purchase tickets in advance, visit www.RenegadeMonsterTrucks.com/wildwoodnj2024.

Bone-Chilling ‘Winterborn’

This September, LGBTQ artist, performer, choreographer, and producer Gunnar Montana brings his masterful choreography, stunning set design, and bone-chilling storytelling to the stage with his latest production, BLACK WOOD: WINTERBORN. The production is a sequel to last year’s Fringe smash-hit and most popular show to date, BLACK WOOD. Montana’s Fringe  Festival show runs at the Latvian Society of Philadelphia (531 N. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123) from Sept. 5 to Oct.30, with an exceptional Halloween performance on Oct. 31.  

WINTERBORN brings back the heroines from last year, a coven of witches channeling their spellbinding femininity for power and features new scorned lovers and creatures of the night. Embracing notions of sorcery, enchantment, and even cannibalism, Montana takes audiences on an hour-long journey into the shadows of the night to explore the dark side of humanity, spiritualism, and mysticism through stunning choreography and a twisted tale.  

A visually intricate show, WINTERBORN begins when audience members step into the 75-seat venue resembling a realistic dark, eerie, and cold forest, highlighted by snow and ice. Massive set pieces like a 100′ by 15′ spooky tree mural have transformed the venue into a frosty, woodsy landscape with a  slaughterhouse, haunted well, elk antlers, fur pelts, thickets, and trees. As in past years, audiences will be in awe of the set Montana spent the last several months designing and building from scratch. He also created the choreography and costumes and curated the pulsating and hauntingly beautiful soundtrack.

If You Go:

WINTERBORN runs from Sept. 5 to Oct. 31, Wednesday to Sunday at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $49. There are also discounted student tickets available for $45. VIP packages and enhanced seating options are also available, beginning at $65. Audiences can also experience a one-night-only spooktacular Halloween performance on Oct. 31 featuring never before-seen additional content, a post-performance party with the cast and crew, and a swag bag. 

Fall in Love Again With the Wildwoods

In the Wildwoods, there are a host of distinctive restaurants and eateries, wineries, breweries, and distilleries that stay open well into the fall season, showcasing flavors from the region. During the fall, these iconic landmarks embrace the change of season by offering delicious and unique autumnal creations. Imagine sipping on a seasonal brew by the water while savoring the day’s fresh catch in the salty autumn air.

Enjoy a mild ocean breeze while gazing at the beautiful sights on the 12-mile, round-trip bike path. This one-of-a-kind route stretches from Diamond Beach at the far southern tip of the island and continues onto the Wildwood Crest Dunes Bike Path, up onto the Wildwoods Boardwalk to North Wildwood’s Mulberry Bike Path, to the North Wildwood Sea Wall.

Fall in the Wildwoods also means September signature events and exciting festivals like below:

Sept. 6-7 – New Year’s in North Wildwood

The Mummers return to the Wildwoods on Fri. and Sat., Sept. 6-7, to celebrate this free New Year’s in North Wildwood event! Over a dozen String Bands including the top bands from the 2024 New Year’s Day Parade in Phila., PA will be featured as the Mummers Parade steps off at 3 p.m. at Olde New Jersey Ave, beginning at 2nd Street and concluding at Spruce Ave. For additional information about New Year’s in North Wildwood, call 609-522-2955 or visit www.northwildwood.com.

Sept. 6-8 – Roots Classic 3 – Volkswagen Car Show

Get ready for another year of memories and excitement at the Roots Classic 3 – Volkswagen Car Show! Enjoy an indoor, judged, Pre-2k Watercooled show, featuring community-driven pre-2k relevant vendors. Bring the whole family to enjoy the famous Wildwoods Boardwalk and much more. Admission for the indoor show on Sept. 8 is $10 (children under 10 are free). For more information or to view the entire weekend schedule visit www.rootsclassic.com.

Sept. 12-14 – New Jersey State Firemen’s Convention, NJ Firemen’s Parade & Antique Fire Muster

The 49th Annual Convention of the New Jersey State Firemen and Life Members at the Wildwoods Convention Center, featuring meetings, seminars and voting takes place Thurs., Sept. 12 to Saturday, Sept. 14. Firetrucks from around the state will be displayed in the Wildwoods Convention Center parking lots, and vendors can be found at the Fire Expo across the street at Fox Park. The Firemen’s Parade will be held on Sat. at 2pm along New Jersey Ave. from Cresse Ave. in Wildwood Crest, proceeding north to 22nd Street in North Wildwood. The Fire Muster will be  held on Sunday, Sept. 15 in front of the Wildwoods Convention Center at Burk and Ocean Ave. from 10am to 2pm. For more information on the convention, call 800-852-0137 or visit www.njsfa.com. For more information on the parade or outside vendor opportunities, visit www.njfireexpo.com.

September 13-14 – Boots at the Beach

Boots at the Beach is back in North Wildwood rocking the Seaport Pier at 23rd and the Boardwalk, Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 14. In 2024, however, we’re taking the party out onto the beach for a huge, 2-day celebration of country music, food, drink, and good ol’ fashioned fun. For more details call 609-770-8839 or visit www.BootsAtTheBeach.com.

 

September 19  USA vs. Ireland Boxing

 Pugilists from No Limits Boxing Academy and USA Boxing’s Mid-Atlantic and New Jersey Regions will compete against Crumlin Boxing Club from Dublin, Ireland (Connor McGregor’s home boxing gym) at Wildwood Catholic Academy on September 19, 2024. At 6:30 p.m. sharp. Tickets on sale soon. For more information visit No Limits Boxing Academy or info@nolimitsboxingacademy.org.

 

September 19 – 21 Wildwood Boardwalk Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show

 The Wildwood Kustom Hot Rod & Muscle Car Show featuring classic cars, hot rods, and vintage vehicles will take place on the Wildwoods Boardwalk and inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. The Boardwalk show is FREE to attend! Cars will be displayed on the Boardwalk Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The inside show hours are 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. For more information call 609-778-7887 or www.WildwoodCarShows.net.

 

September 20-22 – Annual Irish Fall Festival

The largest Irish Festival on the East Coast celebrates Irish heritage with dancing, music, food, and craft vendors, on Olde New Jersey Avenue in North Wildwood and in surrounding pubs, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.  Other festivities include a golf tournament, boxing, Irish dance lessons, 5K run and 1 mile walk, pipe exhibition, food court, and Catholic Mass.  The events conclude with a parade on Surf Avenue from 20th to Spruce and Olde New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood. For more information 1-800-IRISH91, 609-729-0075 or www.CMCAOH.com.

 

September 21 – Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration

Enjoy a fun street festival featuring scores of craft and food vendors, children’s entertainment, live music and more during the annual Wildwood Crest Seafarers Celebration. The festival takes place at Sunset Lake along New Jersey Avenue from Rambler Road to Miami Avenue from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. At  7 , the event moves to Centennial Park for live music, culminating with a spectacular beachfront fireworks show at 9 p.m. For more information, call 609-523-0202 or visit www.WildwoodCrest.org.

 

September 27-28 – Olde Time Italian Festival

Celebrate Italian culture, food, and heritage at Fox Park on Ocean Avenue between Burk and Montgomery Avenues in Wildwood on Friday, September 27, from 5 -11 p.m. and Saturday, September 28, from noon- 11 p.m., at the 18th Annual Olde Time Italian Festival. Experience an ‘Olde World’ family festival, including a Procession of the Saints, delicious Italian food favorites, merchandise vendors, games, and continuous FREE live entertainment. Admission to the festival is FREE! For more information, call 215-519-3548 or visit www.sonsofitalywildwood.com.

 

September 27-28 – “Monsters on the Beach” Monster Truck Races & Truck Pulls

Monsters on the Beach presented by Renegade Monster Truck Tour comes to Wildwood! The Monstrous weekend will start on Friday September 27 with the Monster on Main Street Event! Each of the 8 Renegade Monster Trucks will be on display in Wildwood Crest Friday afternoon 3 p.m.- 6 p.m. before they all fire up and parade through Wildwood Crest to the Beach where they will prepare for Saturday’s event. Saturday, September 28 will start the battle for points as these 8 Renegade Monster Trucks will compete for bragging rights and title of King of the Beach by tackling an aggressive track of obstacles including crush cars, huge jumps and even a Backflip Ramp! Monsters on the Beach will also include the Mini Monster Truck Series! For more information or to purchase tickets call 609.522.4546 or www.renegademonstertrucks.com.

 

September 28 – Hispanic Heritage Celebration

The 2nd FREE Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration, “El Festival”, is a great time to enjoy live music, taste Hispanic cuisine made by local chefs, and experience different cultures. Free to attend! Taking place at Byrne Plaza, Downtown Wildwood, from 3-8 p.m. For more information 609-374-0872 or visit www.Right2UniteNJ.wixsite.com.

 

October 2024

 

October 4-6 – Wildwoods RV Show

South Jersey’s largest indoor end-of-year LIQUIDATION SALE will be held inside the Wildwoods Convention Center, featuring the top brand recreational vehicles from New Jersey’s largest RV dealers,

including Dylan’s RV Center, Driftwood RV Center, Whitehorse RV Center, and Cross Roads Trailers. There will also be many vendors for all your RV needs. Admission is TBA. Hours for the event are Friday from noon – 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. For more information, call 856-228-0090 or visit www.NJFallRVShow.com.

 

October 4-6  – The Race of Gentlemen (TROG)

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled extravaganza at Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Water Parks on October 5 & 6 and witness the heart-pounding action of vintage car and motorcycle racing like never before! The Race of Gentlemen is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together the finest vintage vehicles and their fearless drivers for a thrilling display of speed, skill, and style. Feel the rumble of the engines and the excitement in the air as participants push their classic machines to the limit on the sandy shores of the Wildwood beach. Die-hard motorheads or folks just looking for an unforgettable experience will find exactly that at TROG. Marvel at the meticulously restored pre-1934 vehicles, chat with the passionate owners, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of this unique gathering. To purchase tickets click here. For more information visit www.theraceofgentlemen.com.

 

October 5 – Run the Crest

Run The Crest at Centennial Park in Wildwood Crest is more than just a race; it is an experience. Come to run and stay for fun! Post-race festivities include vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, and family fun. Events include Run The Crest 5K, Run, The Crest 10-Miler, Crest Combo, and Crest Kids Fun Run. For more information or to register click here.

 

October 18-19 – Wildwoods ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s Weekend

Join us for this fabulous weekend of fun, nostalgia, and great music! Friday night, October 18 features a ’50s, ‘60s & ‘70s Dance Party at the Wildwoods Convention Center from 6:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person. Saturday night, October 19, the concert in the Wildwoods Convention Center begins at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 5 p.m., featuring Frankie Avalon, The Shirelles starring Beverly Lee, and The Lettermen. Tickets range from $54 – $89.50. On Saturday, there’s a Free Festival & Classic Car Show at Fox Park in Wildwood from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Tickets for both the Dance Party and Concert are on sale NOW. Dance Party Tickets are sold ONLY at the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce (3306 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood), 609.729.4000 or at the door the night of event. Saturday Night Concert Tickets are available at the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce, by calling 609.729.4000, at all Ticketmaster locations and on www.TicketMaster.com. Additional ticket sales will be at the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office the weekend of the event. For more information call 609.729.4000 or www.gwcoc.org.

 

November 2024

 

November 2 – 5 Mile Beach Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

Join us for races on the Boardwalk from Wildwood Crest to North Wildwood and back so runners will enjoy a flat and scenic route. This event is open to all ages! For more information call 570-470-4922, email markfastfinishes@gmail.com or click here.

 

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.