Spend a fall Sunday by the sea at Pier Village for the JETTY “Fish Fry” Surf Gathering & Contest, a full day celebrating New Jersey’s surf culture with waves, music, community and plenty of Shore-style fun.
Before heading out for the neighborhood trick-or-treating, make Pier Village your first stop for a festive Halloween afternoon by the sea.
The annual Pier Village Halloween Spooktacular brings families together for a spirited pre-celebration filled with costumes, candy, music, entertainment, and plenty of Halloween fun. Come dressed in your favorite costume, enjoy an afternoon of activities, and get into the Halloween spirit before heading out for the evening's trick-or-treating.
Make your way to the Shore for one of Pier Village’s most anticipated holiday traditions—the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration, where the season officially comes to life along the oceanfront.
From festive performances to larger-than-life holiday characters, the afternoon will be filled with music, magic and plenty of holiday cheer. Enjoy live performances by Holiday Express with Tim McLoone and the Shirleys, and the Long Branch Wave Marching Band and Dancers, alongside strolling Stilt Walkers, Holiday Circus Elves and Snow Fairies bringing a little extra wonder to the Village.