Southern New Jersey Coast Guard Ball

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Don Folino, owner of Puddle Pirate Co., 2026 Keynote Speaker.Don is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard, having served on deployments for both Hurricane Katrina Relief and Operation Iraqi Freedom. In addition to his distinguished service, he leads the well-regarded Puddle Pirate Co. brand. For further information about Don Folino and Puddle Pirate Co., please click here. **RECAP VIDEO HERE.**

The Southern New Jersey Coast Guard Ball, presented by the Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation, is a unique gathering that celebrates the ceremonial traditions of a “Military Style Ball” with the exuberant spirit of a community that honors those who serve, was held on April 18, 2026 at the Wildwoods Convention Center.

This Formal / Black Tie Optional event progressed from an atmosphere of elegance and refinement to energetic dancing as the night unfolded.

The evening began with our Cocktails & Melodies Cocktail Hour live music performance by Brandt Jacobus of MelodicNights.com, followed by an exciting program including formalities such as a Remembrance Table Ceremony, remarks from the USCG Training Center Cape May, an update from Congressman Jeff Van Drew and an inspirational message from Keynote Speaker, Don Folino, rounded out by toasting to all of our military branches. DJ Denny Oh kept the energy up all night, playing music that had everyone dancing.

From the laughter on the dance floor to the heartfelt conversations, the photos (link below) capture exactly why we host this cherished celebration — to honor our Coast Guard personnel and strengthen the bonds within our community.

Cocktails & Melodies with Brandt Jacobus

We were honored to have local guitarist Brandt Jacobus performing at this year’s Southern NJ Coast Guard Ball. Brandt is known for his intricate fingerstyle guitar and refined live performances at weddings, cocktail hours, and private events throughout Cape May County and South Jersey. We were happy to welcome this talented musician, who performed live during our cocktail hour. Thank you Brandt, for your time and generosity. To learn more about Brandt Jacobus, please visit MelodicNights.com.