Keep the fun going at the Jersey Shore.
Though summer is surely winding down, we've got a few Shore events to keep the fun going into September.
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call or check website before attending an event.
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Thursdays by the Sea, Long Branch
Labor Day weekend kicks off with a concert featuring Brian Kirk and the Jirks, from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at Pier Village at Ocean Avenue. Fireworks to follow. For information, visit jsjbf.org.
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Wildwood Block Party and Music Festival
An end-of-summer event at Fox Park, located at Ocean Avenue, between Burk and Montgomery avenues, will run from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. This family festival will include crafts, games, rides, food and continuous live entertainment. For information, call (609) 522-2444 or visit WildwoodNJ.org.
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OCNJ Labor Day Race, Ocean City
This 5-mile beach run and 1-mile fun run/walk will benefit Ocean City recreation scholarships and programs. Entry fees are $20 prior to race day and $25 on race day; $10 for participants ages 14 and younger. For information, call (609) 399-6111 or visit ocnj.us/RaceEvents.
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8 to 11
Roar to the Shore Motorcycle Rally, Wildwood
Cape Classics Motorcycle Club hosts a four-day biker extravaganza, featuring bike shows, stunt shows and live entertainment. Activities will surround the Wildwoods Convention Center and the area around Oak and Atlantic avenues. The event will run Thursday, Friday and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For information, call (609) 729-8870 or visit RoarToTheShoreOnline.com.
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9 to 11
Sea Isle City Food Truck Festival
The rain-or-shine festival will be held at Kix McNutley's, at 63rd Street and Landis Avenue. It features food vendors, crafters, family entertainment, live music and drinks. Times are Friday and Saturday, from noon to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m. For information, call (609) 318-4504 or visit seaislecityfood.com.
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Morey's Piers "Going to the Dogs," Wildwood
Canines are welcome to paddle in the pools of the Raging Waters Water Park at Morey's Piers. Registration opens on July 1. Dogs can swim from 5:30 to 7 p.m. (check-in begins at 5 p.m.). Water bowls and free dog treats will be available. The event also will include a "doggy swimsuit competition," starting at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $20 per pooch and $10 per person. For information or to purchase tickets for the event, which benefits the NJSPCA, call (609) 522-3900 or visit MoreysPiers.com.
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16 to 18
Eighth annual "QUE by the SEA" BBQ Festival and Competition, Seaside Heights
The event is billed as a "BBQ lover's weekend," with food specialties, all-day musical entertainment, artists and crafters, and the annual Seaside Heights BBQ Competition on Grant Avenue. The free festival will be held on Friday, from 5 to 10 p.m.; on Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and on Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit exit82.com.
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