THE SOUND OF MUSIC THIS SUMMER AT THE JERSEY CAPE
Echoing Shakespeare’s famous sentiment, all the destination is a stage here in Cape May County where destination managers transform beaches, parks, theaters and historic entertainment venues into a diverse range of artistic stage experiences. From world premiere productions, music festivals on the beach and local concerts under the stars the entertainment scene is bursting with talent and surprises.
Imagine that you are standing on the beach with the waves crashing in the background and the voices of the biggest names in country music reverberating across the sand from five stages. If your travels bring you to Wildwood in June, your imagination just became reality. The Barefoot Country Music Festival is set on Wildwood’s massive beach, June 20-23. The 4-day event will host over 30 country artists including headliners Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Kane Brown joining up-and-comers on multiple stages on the beach between the famous Morey’s Piers. www.BarefootCountryMusicFest.com, www.wildwoodsnj.com
Cape May County known for its charming coastal towns and historic and diverse architecture, has cultivated a rich cultural scene. The Cape May Music Festival – scheduled in various venues in Cape May from May 26 to June 23 – stands out, bringing classical and contemporary musicians to enchanting venues like the Emlen Physick Estate. www.capemaymac.org
Ocean City’s Historic Music Pier at 825 Boardwalk is home to the Ocean City Pops Orchestra and it’s the place where visitors can rock along with such legendary musicians as the Beach Boys, Kenny G, The Moody Blues ‘John Lodge and Graham Nash, in a concert series that runs throughout the summer. The Ocean City Pops will welcome Broadway and Television stars Kristin Chenoweth and Bernadette Peters among the legendary entertainers. www.oceancityvacation.com/resources/events-calendar/
Under the stars, imbibing the fresh salt air and comfy in your own lawn chair, music concerts at the Jersey Cape take place in picturesque settings, and best of all, are mostly free making it the perfect night out! Genres including rock, pop, jazz, blues, and country are performed by local and regional artists in weekly concert series such as Byrne Plaza in Wildwood Concerts Under the Stars in Sea Isle City and North Wildwood, Centennial Park Concerts in Wildwood Crest, Rotary Park Concerts in Cape May, Ferry Park in Lower Township, the Water Tower in Stone Harbor and Surfside Park in Avalon. Check with local Chambers of Commerce for details.
Buy a ticket, grab a lawn chair, wiggle into that poodle skirt or pull on those cowboy boots and get ready to be entertained this summer at the Jersey Cape. #escapetheeveryday, www.escapetothejerseycape.com