Do not for one minute think that summer is the only time to visit Cape May, NJ; we are still buzzing as the leaves change colors! With Jazz Festivals, Oktoberfest, and history-themed weekends, we have several festivals to celebrate this fall! Here is your guide to Cape May fall festivals!
If you are contemplating a visit, book early! You will surely not be the only one to think about making a leaf-peeping drive to the end of the New Jersey Turnpike! And, besides the festivals, it is one of the best times of year for both bird watching and whale watching!
26th Annual Airfest at NASW
September 2-5, 10am – 4pm
Naval Airstation Wildwood Aviation Museum | 500 Forrestal Rd, Cape May NJ
Come and see the Classic Jet Aircraft Association flying in, landing, and doing a meet and greet with the crowd. Visit the museum, and enjoy live music, food, drink, and vendors.
Revolutionary and Civil War Encampment
September 10-11, 11am – 4pm
Cold Spring Village | 720 US 9, Cape May NJ
Come and see authentically clad and equipped American Revolution and Civil War reenactors bring history to life. See encampments, weaponry, and demonstrations on both days at Historic Cold Spring Village.
Harvest Brewfest
September 17, 10am-5pm
Emlen Physick Estate | 1048 Washington St, Cape May NJ
Come and join us in a celebration of all things local, but especially craft beer! There will be local artisans, musical talent, and food! Proceeds assist with the restoration of the Emlen Physick Estate.
Oktoberfest
September 24, 9am-6pm
Carpenter Lane between Ocean and Perry, Cape May
See a block of Cape May transformed into a Bavarian beer garden with authentic German music, food, and crafts. Who doesn’t love a great Oktoberfest oompah band?
Exit Zero Jazz Festival
September 29-October 2 | Ferry Park Concerts daily 11am-6:30pm
Evening Concerts Cape May Convention Hall 8:30pm
The Exit Zero Jazz Festival is back for its 10th year! Evening headliners are John Pizzarelli Swings Seven, Joshua Redman, and Stacey Kent. Daytime concerts are set with 16 different acts!
Cape May Victorian Weekend
October 7-10, 10am-4pm
Emlen Physick Estate | 1048 Washington St, Cape May NJ
Come to Cape May Victorian Weekend and learn more about our history and culture with a variety of entertaining exhibits and activities. Visit a large craft and collectibles fair.
Lima Bean Festival
October 8, 9am-4pm
Backyard Park | 732 Broadway, West Cape May, NJ
The lowly legume is featured in a multitude of new and inventive ways in recipes, crafts, and products. Intriguing? Come and check out the Lima Bean Festival!
Pumpkin Festival
October 8, 10am-4pm
Cold Spring Village
The 29th Annual Pumpkin Festival is a family-friendly event to celebrate all things pumpkin. Enjoy pumpkin painting and games. Visit the crafters. Enjoy hot dogs, funnel cakes, and other fun food available throughout the event.
75th Cape May Fall Festival
October 13-16, 8am-5pm
Cape May Convention Hall
Sponsored by the New Jersey Audobon Society, the 75th Cape May Fall Festival includes an exhibit hall full of artists, international touring companies, and Nature Nick. Sign up for field trips, trolley trips, and boat trips.
Firepit Fridays at Willow Creek Winery
Fridays, 4pm-8pm
Willow Creek Winery | 160-168 Stevens St, Cape May NJ
Come to Willow Creek Winery every Friday for live local music, food, and wine by the glass, bottle, and flight. What a great way to start the weekend!
5th Annual Ghoul Spring Village Weekend
October 21-22, 5:30pm-8:00pm
Cold Spring Village | 720 US 9, Cape May NJ
Historic Cold Springs Village is sponsoring a family-friendly haunted walk-through for the weekend. Please note that the only entrance for this experience is from Seashore Road.
Wow! There is surely something for everyone this fall in Cape May! Take a careful look at the guide for Fall Festivals in Cape May, NJ, pick out your favorites, and book your room! We cannot wait to see you this fall!
