Seaside Celebration Planned for Cape May’s Historic Landmark Anniversary

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May 20, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🎭Seaside Celebration Planned for Cape May’s Historic Landmark Anniversary

🪁Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market Brings Summer Tradition Back for Season 13

🎉Young Swimmer Missing After Wave Incident in Ocean City Surf

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👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

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Seaside Celebration Planned for Cape May’s Historic Landmark Anniversary

Cape May will mark the 50th anniversary of its designation as a National Historic Landmark with a free seaside celebration on Sunday, May 24, at the Cape May Convention Hall deck and beach. The event, scheduled from noon to 5 p.m., will feature live music, family-friendly activities, food vendors, and a sand sculpting contest centered on the theme of Cape May history. Organizers say the celebration is designed to honor the city’s renowned Victorian architecture and the preservation efforts that helped establish Cape May as one of the nation’s treasured historic seaside communities. Live entertainment begins with Animal House performing from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., followed by DJ Mike Dempsey from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. One of the highlights of the afternoon will be the sand sculpting contest, open to both families and semi-professional participants. Professional sand artist Brendan Schaffer will be on hand to offer demonstrations and sculpting tips. Judging is set for 2 p.m., with winners announced at 2:30 p.m. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, and third place. Guests can also enjoy hot dogs, pizza, and sweet treats throughout the event. Limited seating will be available on the convention hall deck beginning at 10 a.m., though attendees are encouraged to bring beach chairs and their own sand sculpting tools. The celebration will take place at the Cape May Convention Hall Deck, located at 714 Beach Avenue.

Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market Brings Summer Tradition Back for Season 13

The Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market is set to return for its 13th season on Saturday, May 23, bringing dozens of local vendors, fresh produce, handmade goods, and a lively community atmosphere back to the heart of Wildwood for the summer. The popular market will operate every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Labor Day weekend along Pacific Avenue at Byrne Plaza and the original Farmers Market site. Organizers say the market has grown significantly since launching in 2014 and now features more than 80 vendors weekly, with a rotating lineup that often exceeds 100 participating businesses throughout the season. Visitors can stop by the Downtown Wildwood Business Improvement District tent for a free DOOWW magnet, event schedules for Byrne Plaza, and seasonal merchandise. The Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market is located at Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Ave. at Oak Avenue, and the original market lot at 3501 Pacific Ave. at Schellenger Avenue.

Young Swimmer Missing After Wave Incident in Ocean City Surf

A large-scale search operation continued Tuesday in Ocean City as rescue crews worked to locate a young swimmer who disappeared in the surf near the 10th Street beach Monday evening. Authorities said the missing swimmer, identified only as a 19- or 20-year-old male, was riding a boogie board when he was reportedly struck by a wave and swept into the ocean. Officials said he was last seen about 200 yards offshore before disappearing beneath the water. Emergency responders were first called to the scene shortly before 5 p.m. Monday after reports of a swimmer in distress. Another individual who had also been boogie boarding at the time was safely rescued and later spoke with investigators about what happened. The search has involved multiple agencies, including the U.S. Coast Guard, Ocean City Beach Patrol, Ocean City police and fire departments, New Jersey State Police, and other rescue teams. Crews used helicopters, drones, boats, personal watercraft, and ATVs throughout the search effort. Video from the scene showed rescuers forming a human chain in the water while combing the surf for signs of the missing swimmer. By yesterday morning, search teams had expanded their efforts between 7th and 10th streets as the operation remained active.

 Answer to the May 19th Trivia Question

Cape May, New Jersey, is known for a unique type of gemstone found on its beaches. These "Cape May diamonds" are actually quartz pebbles that have been polished to resemble diamonds. What is the primary origin of these quartz pebbles?

A) Eroded glass from local factories
B) Washed down from the upper Delaware River
C) Formed from volcanic activity
D) Brought by early European settlers

Answer: B) Washed down from the upper Delaware River

Cape May diamonds are quartz pebbles, not diamonds, that have traveled down the Delaware River from the Catskill and Allegheny mountains.  ​

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