Event Day Details
U.S. COAST GUARD Training Center Cape May (TRACEN)
1 Munro Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
Pennsylvania Avenue will be one way with parking available as well as other designated locations in the neighborhoods surrounding the Base. Look for parking attendants as you approach the Training Center on Pennsylvania Avenue. Fare Free Cape May County Shuttles will run on a continuous loop from the parking areas to the Delaware Avenue Main Gate. Look for the “Trolley Stop” signs posted along the route.
Bicycle Racks will be available outside the Main Gate on Delaware Avenue. Please bring your locks, as this area is not guarded by security.
***EVENT NOTICE***
The 2025 Coast Guard Community Festival will be a special event where patrons 18yrs and older will not be required to provide REAL ID compliant identification. These patrons will still be required to provide Legal Valid Photo ID for entry to the event.
THIS EVENT IS RAIN OR SHINE – NO RAIN DATE
BAGS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH
NO DOGS ALLOWED
For the convenience of our Festival goers, a free shuttle provided by Fare Free Cape May County, will be available to and from the Festival. Please note specific locations for pickup and drop off within the shuttle map provided. Look for the “Trolley Stop” signs.
The following activities will be available throughout the day from 10 – 4 pm.
10am – 4pm
Ship Tours
Walking tours of Coast Guard ships
Please Note: Ship tours include steep steps, and require proper footwear. No open-toed shoes or heels. Baby strollers are not allowed.
10:30am – 3:30pm
Trolley Tours of Training Center Cape May
Hop on the Trolley for an educational tour of the TRACEN Base. View the Enlisted Memorial, Parade Fields and much more… Tours will be provided by our USCG Auxiliary members and timed at 30 minutes per ride. They will run on a first come, first served basis.
10am – 4pm
Kids’ Zone
Games, mini golf, a bounce house, face painting and farm animals…oh my!
10am – 4pm
Cultural Exhibits, Community Organizations and Merchandise Vendors
Cultural & historical exhibits, Coast Guard assets and displays as well as local community non-profits and unique merchandise vendors.
10am – 4pm
Animal Assisted Learning and Activities for all ages. Farm Friends, LLC educates through hands on learning with experienced animals and interactive visual aids. They conduct animal assisted activities through trained and friendly animals that may include rabbits, goats, chickens, ducks, a turkey, potbelly pigs, a tortoise & ball pythons.
Generous Farm Friends Sponsor
10am – 4pm
Food and Beer Garden
Featuring local Food Vendors and Brewery’s
12 – 3pm
Entertainment
Enjoy live music by Nashville country music singer and South Jersey native, Kenny Curcio with his full band.
BIG NEWS! Kenny is thrilled to announce that he will be joining the 92.5 XTU – Philly’s Country Station ‘s 41st Anniversary Show on June 6th!
Listen to Kenny’s new release “Saved You a Seat” here.
10am – 4pm
Live Demonstrations!
Check out special Coast Guard and first responder demonstrations throughout the day.
