Wildwood, NJ · Every May
Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival
Every May, Byrne Plaza in Downtown Wildwood hosts the free Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival, a one-day, family-friendly festival with live music, food, crafts and a beer garden. In 2026 it ran Saturday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; the 2027 date has not been announced yet.
What Makes Spring Fling Special
The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce runs Spring Fling at Byrne Plaza, 3400 Pacific Avenue, in downtown Wildwood. It’s free, with live music, food and craft vendors, and a beer garden.
Spring Fling offers a chance to enjoy downtown Wildwood before the boardwalk gets busy, with live music, local vendors, and family-friendly activities throughout Byrne Plaza.
For the 2027 date, check gwcoc.org or call the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce at 609-729-4000. In 2026 it fell on the second Saturday in May.
What to Expect at Spring Fling
The festival creates a lively street fair atmosphere right in downtown Wildwood, with Byrne Plaza serving as the central hub for all activities. Expect a relaxed, family-friendly vibe with plenty of space to wander, sample local food, and enjoy live entertainment throughout the day.
- Free admission
- Live music
- Craft vendors
- Food vendors and a beer garden
Dress in layers since May weather at the shore can be unpredictable. Bring comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket for cooler evenings.
Where to Stay for Spring Fling
All five Coastal Collection hotels are a few blocks from the beach and the Boardwalk. Byrne Plaza is downtown on Pacific Avenue at Oak Avenue, a walk or a short drive depending on which hotel you pick.
The Coastal Collection
Where to stay in Wildwood
Staying over for Wildwoods Spring Fling Festival? Coastal Collection runs five locally owned hotels a few blocks from the beach and the Boardwalk: Coastal Sands Inn, Beachside Resort, Sunset Beach Hotel, Sunrise Inn and Paradise Inn. Compare them on the hotels in Wildwood page and book directly with the hotel.
