Event Day Details
Training Center Cape May
1 Munro Ave, Cape May, NJ 08204
Parking is available along Pennsylvania Ave. and at other designated locations in the City of Cape May. Look for parking attendants as you approach the Training Center on Pennsylvania Ave. Shuttles will run a continuous loop from parking areas to the main gate.
Photo ID will be required for all adults. Bags are subject to search.
For the convenience of our visitors to the festival, a free shuttle will be available to and from the festival. Please note specific locations for pickup and drop off within shuttle map provided.
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.
10am – 4pm
Trolley tours of Training Center Cape May
10am – 4pm
Kids’ Zone
Face-painting, games, kit-building, and a bounce house
10am – 4pm
Cultural Exhibits, Community Organizations and Vendors
Extensive cultural, historical, and Coast Guard exhibits; Photo booth; displays; vendors. Food and beverages, featuring Cape May Brews!
10am – 4pm
USCG Static Helicopter Display
Meet with the crew of a Coast Guard helicopter.
10am – 4pm
Vendors & Community Groups
10am – 4pm
Food and Beer Garden
Featuring Cape May brews
10am – 3:30pm
Entertainment
Enjoy music all day!
10am – 4pm
Live Demonstrations!
Check out special Coast Guard demonstrations and performances throughout the day. Visit the information tent at the festival entrance for times and locations.
- US Coast Guard Recruit Band performances
- Search and rescue demonstrations over Cape May Harbor
- K-9 demonstrations
- Fire Department demonstrations
- Coast Guard recruits marching in formation
10:30am – 3pm, Hourly
Cape May Harbor Tour via Pirate Ship
(Ticket Required)
Family-friendly tours of Cape May Harbor via boat depart from the pier.
$5 per person requested donation for harbor tours. Purchase tickets on-site.
Please Note: Ship tours include steep steps and require proper footwear. No open-toe shoes or heels. Baby strollers are not allowed on tours.
