Whale of a Day Street Festival Returns July 11 to Historic Town Bank

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July 09, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🐳 Whale of a Day Street Festival Returns July 11 to Historic Town Bank

🎶 Anglesea Blues Festival and BBQ Championship Return July 10-12

 🦈๋࣭⭑Dive Into Shark Myths at July 15 Jersey Shore History Talk

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

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Whale of a Day Street Festival Returns July 11 to Historic Town Bank

The annual Whale of a Day Street Festival returns to Historic Town Bank on Saturday, July 11, bringing a full day of live entertainment, local shopping, food, and family-friendly activities. Running from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., the festival features more than 100 craft vendors and retail exhibitors, offering a wide variety of handmade goods, gifts, and specialty items. Visitors can also enjoy regional food trucks, homemade treats at the community bake sale, and opportunities to participate in gift basket raffles and white elephant prize tables. A highlight of the festival is the Music & Beer Garden, where live performances will take place throughout the day. Featured performer Maddie Lee Hogan is scheduled to bring her country-rock sound to the stage beginning at 11:30 a.m. Live music is open to guests of all ages. Hosted by the Historic Town Bank nonprofit organization, the Whale of a Day Street Festival has become one of the community's signature summer events, drawing residents and visitors alike for a day of entertainment, local vendors, and hometown hospitality.

 

Anglesea Blues Festival and BBQ Championship Return July 10-12

 Anglesea Blues Festival and New Jersey State Barbecue Championship Return to North Wildwood. North Wildwood will once again become the destination for great music and award-winning barbecue as the Anglesea Blues Festival and the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship return July 10-12. The free three-day festival takes place along Olde New Jersey Avenue at Second Avenue and surrounding establishments, combining live blues performances, championship barbecue, cooking demonstrations, and family-friendly entertainment. National and regional blues artists will perform throughout the weekend on the festival's outdoor main stage, with additional live music presented in nearby clubs and pubs. Visitors can also enjoy a wide selection of food vendors, barbecue specialties, and live cooking demonstrations. Held in conjunction with the festival, the New Jersey State Barbecue Championship is sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbecue Society, the world's largest barbecue organization. Competition teams from across the region will compete for more than $10,000 in cash and prizes, with the Grand Champion earning an invitation to compete at the prestigious American Royal World Series of Barbecue in Kansas City, Missouri. Festival hours are 4 to 11 p.m. on Friday, July 10; 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 11; and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 12. Located within walking distance of the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse and the free beach at Anglesea Inlet, the event offers visitors a full weekend of music, food, and family fun. Proceeds from the festival benefit the Anglesea Volunteer Fire Company, which has served the community since 1897.

 

Dive Into Shark Myths at July 15 Jersey Shore History Talk

Cape May MAC Lunch and Learn Series

 Sharks have long inspired both fascination and fear, despite the fact that the odds of being attacked are extraordinarily low. This engaging presentation, part of the Cape May MAC Lunch and Learn series, explores how sharks evolved from mythical sea creatures into some of popular culture's most feared predators. Presenter Mary Stewart examines the history of shark myths, folklore, and media portrayals, with a special focus on the Jersey Shore's influence on the public's perception of sharks. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how history, legend, and entertainment have shaped one of the ocean's most misunderstood animals. The Lunch & Learn Series continues Cape May MAC's tradition of providing informative and entertaining educational programs for residents and visitors alike. Programs are offered live at the Cape May Lutheran Church Hall, 509 Pittsburgh Ave., Cape May, as well as virtually via Zoom, making it easy for attendees to participate in the format that works best for them. Guests attending in person are welcome to bring their own lunch and beverage, though no food or drinks will be provided. The church hall is fully accessible, offers free parking, and does not require advance registration for in-person attendance.

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 Answer to the July 8th Trivia Question

CWhich group of Native Americans were the first known inhabitants of the Cape May area?

A) Lenni Lenape
B) Powhatan
C) Iroquois
D) Shawnee

Answer: A) Lenni Lenape

The Lenni Lenape, specifically the Kechemeche tribe, were the first known inhabitants of the Cape May area. They would spend summers there, fishing and hunting before returning to their inland villages​

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