The City of Wildwood has scheduled a slate of free, family‑focused activities for Labor Day weekend, running from September 4 through September 7, 2026. Highlights include a Friday night fireworks display, a boardwalk craft show, a skeeball tournament, an End‑of‑Summer Block Party at Fox Park, and the final day of operation for both Surfside and Adventure Piers.
The festivities begin on Friday evening with a public fireworks show launched from the Wildwood boardwalk. The display, offered at no cost, is intended to kick off the holiday weekend and draw residents and visitors to the shoreline.
Saturday’s boardwalk craft show will feature local artisans displaying and selling handmade items. The event is open to all ages and provides an opportunity for shoppers to browse a variety of creations without an admission fee.
Also on Saturday, a skeeball tournament will take place on the boardwalk, inviting participants to compete in a classic arcade‑style game. The competition is organized by the city and is open to anyone who wishes to join.
Sunday marks the End‑of‑Summer Block Party at Fox Park, where the city will host free entertainment, food vendors and activities for families. The block party serves as a communal gathering to celebrate the close of the summer season.
The weekend concludes on Monday with the final day of operation for the Surfside and Adventure Piers. The city has announced that both piers will close after the Labor Day weekend, ending a season of rides and attractions for the year.
All events are free to the public and are positioned as a celebration of the end of summer, offering a range of entertainment options for residents and tourists throughout the holiday weekend.