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  • West Cape May Lima Bean Festival

    West Cape May Lima Bean Festival

    Help celebrate West Cape May's farming heritage with their annual Lima Bean Festival in Wilbraham Park. From 9 am - 5pm, enjoy everything Lima Bean with a large selection of recipes, crafts and products.

    October 6, 2012

    Location: Wilbraham Park in West Cape May

  • Oktoberfest on Jackson Street

    Oktoberfest on Jackson Street

    Visit Jackson Street as it transforms into the Cape May version of Munich, Germany to celebrate Oktoberfest! Spend the whole day enjoying entertainment and exploring the unique craft selections. Satisfy your hunger by feasting on delicious German fare and quench your thirst by sipping on your favorite German beer! Take part in the Virginia Hotel libations at the Brown Cottage Beer Garden! Stop by the Brown Cottage at 10 Jackson Street anytime between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and enjoy a cold glass of Flying Fish or Warstiener Oktoberfest. Chef Anthony Micari from the Ebbitt Room will be serving up fantastic German food including Grilled Steak Sandwiches, BBQ Chicken and Turkey Legs and traditional German style large pretzels. Visit your inner German and don’t miss this fun-filled day.

    September 29, 2012

    Location: Historic Jackson Street

  • West Cape May Tomato Festival

    West Cape May Tomato Festival

    Celebrate the ever-popular Jersey Fresh Tomato at this year's Tomato Festival in West Cape May. Back by popular demand, enjoy everything from tomato soup to tomato chocolate cake! Also, browse local artist and vendors food, handmade jewelry, stained glass, antiques and more! Festival runs from 9am - 5pm in Wilbraham Park.

    September 2, 2012 from 9am-5pm

    Location: Wilbraham Park in West Cape May

  • Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation Fundraiser

    Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation Fundraiser

    Shack Up!... for a Great Cause at the Rusty Nail

    Join us along with Professional surfer and NJ legend, Dean Randazzo, for a night full of fun for a great cause beginning at 7 pm. New Jersey's most successful surfer and a cancer survivor himself, Dean's Cancer Foundation has fought for a cure for over 10 years raising over $300,000 for cancer research and awareness. As an official Beach Shack surfer, proceeds from this night will go to Dean's federal foundation. Enjoy live entertainment by the Sean Hollaran Band featuring a unique blend of Reggae, Surf and Rock. Raffle tickets are now on sale at the Rusty Nail for $5 each! Enter to win great prizes including a custom Randazzo surfboard, a Hyperflex wetsuit, a Beater Board, Fox gear and more! Can’t make the event? Eat at the Rusty Nail at any time on Saturday, September 15th and 10% of food proceeds will go to Dean’s foundation!

    September 15, 2012

    Location: Rusty Nail

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  • Dragon Boat Festival

    Dragon Boat Festival

    Join your friends and family at Cape May's 1st Annual Dragon Boat Festival at the Cape May Harbor. Bring your team and race the 250-meter course for your favorite charity. This fun-filled day isn't just racing; also enjoy demonstrations, entertainment, food and shopping. Visit http://wwww.capemaydragonboat.com for more information.

    October 13, 2012

    Location: Cape May Harbor

  • TEDx Cape May Conference

    TEDx Cape May Conference

    Join TEDx with "Recreation and Re-creation" right here at Congress Hall. Explore the reaction and re-creation with some of our region's most creative and accomplished innovators, artists and entrepreneurs. Featuring 12 live presentations and 3 video presentations, discuss your "ideas worth spreading" over a gourmet lunch and wrap up with an open bar reception. Confirmed speakers include our own Curtis Bashaw, Michael Bierut, Sandra Bloodworth, Marguerite Chandler, and Daniel Cohen, just to name a few.

    TEDx Cape May Conference Attendees please call 888.944.1816 for room reservations.
    Ask for promo code TEDXCM.

    October 21, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall

  • Learning to Look Self Guided Package created by World Renowned Birder Richard Crossley

    Learning to Look Workshop

    Join an intimate group of up to 14 participants along with renowned birder, Richard Crossley to experience the world of Cape May birding and perfect your skills. Experience the migration of the Red Knots, one of the most magical sights and can only be experienced on this side of the Delaware Bay. Packages are available at the Virginia Hotel for the workshop weekend. Visit virginiahotel.com for more information.

    October 19-21, 2012

  • Fall at the Farm

    Fall at the Farm

    Bring the whole family down to Beach Plum Farm each Saturday in October for some good ol’ farm fun! Enjoy all of your fall favorites including corn mazes, family hayrides, delicious farm-fresh refreshments, scarecrow building and so much more! Check out our sheep, chickens and meet ‘Blue’ the Pig! Packages are available at Congress Hall, the Virginia Hotel and Sandpiper Beach Club including bike rentals, lunch-to-go and more!

    October 2012 - Every Saturday from 11am - 4pm

    Location: Beach Plum Farmk

  • Creepy Fairytales Phantom Ball

    Creepy Fairytales Phantom Ball

    A local and guest favorite, come celebrate a spooktacular Halloween Weekend at Congress Hall! Get your creativity flowing with our "Creepy Fairytales" theme and dress up as your favorite storybook character...gone bad!! Enter for your chance to win one of many themed prizes like: Funniest, Best Couple, Sexiest and more! Sorry kids, must be 21 or older to attend this party. Packages will be available that include a dining credit to the Blue Pig Tavern and tickets to the haunting Cape May Ghost Tour put on by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts and Humanities. Visit congresshall.com for more information on our packages!

    October 26, 2012

    Time: 8pm – 11pm

    Location: Congress Hall Ballroom


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  • West Cape May Parade Fundraiser

    West Cape May Parade Fundraiser

    Kick off the Winter Wonderland festivities with our annual West Cape May Parade Fundraiser. Enjoy passed hors d' oeuvres and seasonal cocktails while you take part in a silent action for your chance to win fabulous prizes. Children are welcome and will be entertained by Mrs. Claus and "Blue" the Pig! A $20 donation is requested at the door. All proceeds to benefit the West Cape May Parade.

    November 1, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall Ballroom

  • Exit Zero International Jazz Festival

    Exit Zero International Jazz Festival

    Spend the weekend relaxing and getting lost in the camaraderie of the Exit Zero International Jazz Festival. As the official hotel of this year's festival, we are proud to be a part of this weekend of non-stop jazz excitement. Stroll up and down the beachfront from the Main Stage at the brand new Cape May Convention Hall to club after club including our very own Boiler Room. Headlining the festival is The Sun Goddess Tour featuring three-time Grammy Award winner, Ramsey Lewis and his electric band. Get all of your friends together and don't miss this rockin' event! For more information, visit www.exit0jazzfest.com. Packages at Congress Hall are available including weekend passes for all live performances!

    November 9-11, 2012

    Past Events

  • Thanksgiving Dinner in the Ballroom

    Thanksgiving Dinner in the Ballroom

    Let our talented chefs do the kitchen work this Thanksgiving while you spend time building memories with those who matter most! Enjoy a delicious gourmet buffet with a delectable twist on all of your Thanksgiving favorites, suited for the entire family. $32 per person, $16 for children. Click below to see the wonderful selection of gourmet cuisine.

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    November 22, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall Ballroom

  • Thanksgiving Dinner in the Ballroom

    Thanksgiving Dinner at the Blue Pig Tavern

    Cozy up next to the fireplace at the Blue Pig Tavern right here at Congress Hall. Enjoy a delicious three-course meal surrounded by the people you’re most thankful for. $39 per person, $19 for children. Click below to see the amazing choices our chefs have to offer this year.

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    November 22, 2012

    Location: Blue Pig Tavern

  • Tree Lighting Concert and Ceremony

    Tree Lighting Concert and Ceremony

    Kick off the holiday season with our Annual Congress Hall Tree Lighting Ceremony. Join our family, along with yours, for train rides, holiday shopping, and refreshments from our hot chocolate and food bar all beginning at 5 p.m. The Congress Hall Festival Choir will perform in the Ballroom at 8 p.m. preceding our gorgeous tree lighting at 9 p.m. Don't forget to bring a couple of canned goods to benefit Toys for Tots and the Cape May Food Closet.

    November 30, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall

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  • West Cape May Christmas Parade

    West Cape May Christmas Parade

    Don't miss this 47-year-old tradition as we set the stage for another fantastic holiday season here in Cape May. Beginning at 5 pm, join your family, friends and community members on Broadway, Perry Street and Carpenter Lane to enjoy the parade, including our very own Congress Hall float! Even "Blue" the Pig will be on board!

    December 1, 2012

    Location: Broadway, Perry Street and Carpenter Lane

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  • Winter Wonderland

    Winter Wonderland

    Kick off the holiday season with your family at the most spectacular Winter Wonderland just shy of the North Pole. Walk, or ride our version of the Polar Express around Congress Hall and take in the majestic Christmas tree on the Grand Lawn and the Christmas Village serving up Hot Chocolate and roasted chestnuts. Or, visit the Holiday Shoppes and shop with some of the areas best local vendors! Click below to see our full line up of exciting festivities!

    November 23-December 31, 2012 (Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday)

    Location: Congress Hall

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  • Breakfast with Santa

    Breakfast with Santa

    Join jolly old St. Nick himself in the Congress Hall Ballroom for a delicious buffet style breakfast! Enjoy all your breakfast favorites and take pictures with Santa before you head out to stroll our wonderful shopping village! Reservations can be made by calling the Blue Pig Tavern at 609-884-8422.

    November 24-December 22, 2012 (Dec. 1st is Sold Out)

    Location: Congress Hall Ballroom

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  • Christmas Dinner at Congress Hall

    Christmas Dinner at Congress Hall

    Put Congress Hall at the top of your Christmas list and indulge in a delicious Christmas Dinner prepared just for you and your family by our chefs in the Blue Pig Tavern. Relax and spend the holidays with the ones you love the most while we do the rest!

    December 25, 2012

    Location: Blue Pig Tavern


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  • Christmas Dinner at the Virginia Hotel

    Christmas Dinner at the Virginia Hotel

    Make reservations your number one item on your list. Feast on a farm-to-table Christmas Dinner prepared by Executive Chef Anthony Micari. Let the Ebbitt Room, Cape May's favorite seaside dining experience, be the perfect setting for a new holiday tradition for you and your family.

    December 25, 2012

    Location: The Ebbitt Room


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  • Glitter Ball

    Glitter Ball

    Ring in 2013 the Cape May way! Congress Hall's Glitter Ball is the place to be this New Year's Eve. Dine on delicious cuisine prepared by the one and only Congress Hall chefs. Then, dance the night away to live music. Raise a toast to the New Year with your family, friends and the Congress Hall family. Want to take the elevator home? Hotel room packages are available here.

    December 31, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall Ballroom

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  • NYE Gala at the Ebbitt Room

    NYE Gala at the Ebbitt Room

    Join us as we Ring in 2013 at the Ebbitt Room. Enjoy a delicious three-course dinner of your choice hand-crafted by Chef Anthony Micari and delight in the sounds of live entertainment by pianist Paul Sottile, Jr. Seatings are available from 5:30 p.m. Click below to see our delectable, gourmet menu. To reserve, call 609.884.5700.

    December 31, 2012

    Location: The Ebbitt Room


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  • NYE in the Boiler Room

    NYE in the Boiler Room

    Keep the party going all night long at this laid-back bash in our Boiler Room! Join us from 9:30 pm - 2 am to ring in 2013 at the coolest New Year’s Eve in town! Enjoy the vintage guitar sounds of the Billy D. Light Trio, delicious drinks and munch on some tasty snacks!

    December 31, 2012

    Location: Congress Hall Boiler Room

  • Beatles' Night in the Boiler Room

    Beatles' Night in the Boiler Room

    January 20, 2013

    Join us in the Boiler Room from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. for a unique night of fun and everything Beatles!  Let it be and come to the Boiler Room to sing your favorite Beatles song on stage with our favorite karaoke host-Terry O'ke!  A live band made up of over 20 Cape May pro and amateur musicians will accompany all songs-50 of them!  Don't miss this one-of-a-kind night in the coolest nightclub in town! Must be 21 or older to attend.

  • Valentine's Day at the Blue Pig Tavern

    Valentine's Day at the Blue Pig Tavern

    February 14-17, 2013

    Bring your sweetheart and cozy up by the fireplace this Valentine's Day. Executive Chef Jeremy Einhorn has hand selected a delectable menu featuring the most romantic ingredients. A special Valentine's dessert will be available for the entire month of February along with this menu. Click below to see our amazing Valentine's special offers. Packages are available including breakfast in bed, “Blue Bubbles” champagne cocktails and more! Hotel room packages are available here.

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  • Valentine's Day at the Ebbitt Room

    Valentine's Day at the Ebbitt Room

    February 14, 2013

    The Ebbitt Room has set the stage for love featuring the perfect setting for intimate dining. Dine by candlelight on a menu specially created by Executive Chef Anthony Micari. Enjoy a delicious 4-course menu with a complimentary glass of champagne. Click below to see our mouth-watering Valentine's menu. Packages are available for the ultimate romantic getaway! Hotel room packages are available here.

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  • Chili-Chowder Cook-Off

    Chili-Chowder Cook-Off

    February 17, 2013 - 11am-3pm

    Join us for the 3rd Annual Chili & Chowder challenge right here at Congress Hall! Come and taste all of the delicious offerings from professional and home-style chefs. Even our own Chefs Jeremy and Jesse from Congress Hall, Chef Anthony from the Ebbitt Room and Chef Jimmy from the Rusty Nail will be entering the contest! You will judge the creations and select the winners while you listen to music from DJ Ed McDonough! $5 admission benefits local food banks. Don't miss this fun-filled day! To register or receive further information on this event, please visit www.capemaychamber.com.

  • Beatles' Night in the Boiler Room

    Beatles' Night in the Boiler Room

    February 17, 2013 from 7pm - 11pm

    Back by popular demand!! Join us in the Boiler Room from 7pm - 11pm for a unique night of fun and everything Beatles! Let it be and come to the Boiler Room to sing your favorite Beatles song on stage with our favorite karaoke host-Terry O'ke! Terry's own live band, the "Love Me Dudes" will accompany all songs along with over 20 of Cape May's best professional and amateur musicians! Don't miss this one-of-a-kind night in the coolest nightclub in town! Must be 21 or older to attend.

    Upcoming Events

  • Cape May Restaurant Week

    Cape May Restaurant Week

    June 2 – 9, 2013

    As official hotel sponsors of Cape May Restaurant Week, our restaurants are excited to participate, too! Join us at the Blue Pig Tavern at Congress Hall or the Ebbitt Room at the Virginia Hotel to dine on dishes hand selected by our Executive Chefs. Our farm-to-table menus are created with the freshest ingredients from our very own Beach Plum Farm in West Cape May. $35 per person for a three-course prix fixe menu.

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  • Past Events

  • Wellness Week at Congress Hall

    Wellness Week at Congress Hall

    March 11 - 17, 2013

    Jump-start your healthy 2013 by visiting us at Congress Hall's Wellness Week. Join us, along with the rest of the nation, for a week of promoting healthy living as our own Sea Spa introduces their amazing new Thalgo services! This is the perfect opportunity to sample this marine-based line provided by our dedicated, expert therapists. We are offering up to over 50% off select treatments! Executive Chef Jeremy Einhorn has hand-selected an amazing special menu featuring healthy ingredients for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, join us on Saturday March 16th at 9 a.m. for a special yoga class with our instructor, Sharon!

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  • St Patrick's Day in the Boiler Room

    St Patrick's Day in the Boiler Room

    March 16th, 2013 from 9pm - 1am

    Join us as the John Byrne Band returns to the Boiler Room for one night only! Having recently returned from a tour of Ireland to promote their CD, "After the Wake", the band is excited to be releasing a new CD of traditional tunes, called "Celtic / Folk", many of which they will share with us in the Boiler Room on Saturday, March 16th. Get ready to clap your hands and dance a jig to the energetic and mesmerizing music of the John Byrne Band!

  • Cape May Singer Songwriter Weekend

    Cape May Singer Songwriter Weekend

    March 22 - 23, 2013

    The 6th annual Singer-Songwriter of Cape May will be held at historic Congress Hall and select showcase venues in Cape May. SS Cape May features two afternoons of music business panels, workshops, clinics, mentoring & demo listening sessions and musical keynotes at the historic Congress Hall Hotel & Harrison Conference Center. There will also be live performances at the venues at Congress Hall and throughout Cape May all weekend long. The music business conference is open to the public but requires registration. Most musical performances are free. A few special event performances require festival passes.

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  • 14th Annual Ocean Drive Marathon

    15th Annual Ocean Drive Marathon

    March 24, 2013

    The Ocean Drive Marathon is run on a beautiful 26.2-Mile point-to-point course thru the scenic barrier islands of Cape May County, NJ. This USATF-NJ 500 point Grand Prix event offers a USATF certified, Atlantic Coastal flat and fast, paved road and boardwalk, point-to-point, qualifying course that begins in Victorian Cape May City, continues, via the Ocean Drive, over 4 drawbridges through the fishing port of Lower Township onto the Wildwoods Island (where you run the length of its famous Boardwalk) through Middle Township on into the island communities of Stone Harbor and Avalon, and finishes on the Promenade on the island town of Sea Isle City. To register and for more information visit www.odmarathon.org. Packages are available now.

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  • Easter Brunch

    Easter Brunch

    March 31, 2013

    Join the Easter Bunny along with his sidekick, Blue for a fun-filled weekend. Enjoy Easter Brunch in the Ballroom with all of your favorites. After brunch, head out onto the lawn for some egg hunts and lawn games including potato sack races, touch football and more! Even take a ride on our train, the Congress Hall Express! Packages are available to stay with us and enjoy all that we have to offer! Call 609-884-8422 to book your reservation. Click below to book your package.

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  • Spring Break

    Spring Break

    March 27 - April 7, 2013

    Congress Hall is the place to be for an unforgettable Easter Egg-stravaganza! We have packed our Spring Break with all kinds of fun including scavenger hunts, egg hunts, train rides on the Congress Hall Express, a tea party, crafts, and so much more! Special appearances by our favorite pig, Blue each day! Don't miss the place to be for family fun.

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  • Mad Hatters' Tea Party

    Mad Hatters' Tea Party

    March 27 & April 4, 2013

    Seatings at 11 am & 2pm

    We have something special brewing at Congress Hall this spring break! Bring your kids to enjoy tea, scones and other tasty treats! Practice your best behavior with our mini etiquette class and even paint and decorate your own ceramic teacup and saucer to take home!

    Ages 6 and up. $40+ per child, $15+ for each accompanying adult to attend. Seating for this event is very limited and must be booked in advance. Please book your reservation by March 25th by calling 609-849-9019.

  • Pirates & Princesses Lunch

    Pirates & Princesses Lunch

    March 28 & April 2, 2013

    Congress Hall Ballroom: 12pm - 3pm

    Back by popular demand! Offering two dates this year, bring your pirates and princesses to our favorite annual luncheon! Admission includes lunch including beverage and dessert, crafts, music and photo opportunities. Our little princess' will be making tiaras and wands while our little Pirates will be making a treasure chest, eye patch, and pirate hat! ARRGG!

    $35+ per child, $15+ per accompanying parent. Seating for this event is very limited and must be booked in advance. Please book your reservation by March 25th by calling 609-849-9019

  • Kids Can Cook, Too!

    Kids Can Cook, Too!

    March 29 & April 3, 2013

    Harrison Room: 10:30am - 1pm

    Bring your little chefs to roll out some fun this Spring Break with our kids’ cooking class. Join Congress Hall’s own Executive Chef Jeremy, Chef Jesse and Pastry Chef Ben and learn how to cook like the pros! First, roll out your pizza dough, choose all of your toppings, twist your garlic bread and mix your salad! Then, decorate your cookies and pipe your cupcake with your initial! For the best part…eat all of your creations in the Blue Pig!

    $25+ per child, $15+ per each accompanying adult. Spaces for this event is very limited and must be booked in advance. Please book your reservation by March 25 by calling 609-849-9019.

  • Congress Hall Spring Break Scavenger Hunt

    Congress Hall Spring Break Scavenger Hunt

    March 30 & April 6, 2013

    12pm & 2pm

    Bring your favorite little detectives and meet us in the lobby for a hunt around Congress Hall! Follow all of our secret clues leading to your special treat at the end! $3 per child includes a train ride on the Congress Hall Express!

  • Cape May Forum Annual Slow Food Dinner

    Cape May Forum Annual Slow Food Dinner
    Farm-to-Table at Congress Hall

    April 18, 2013 (6pm-9pm)

    Come out and dine "green" as Cape May Forum partners once again with Congress Hall and Slow Food South Jersey Shore. Congress Hall's Farm-to-Table expert, Executive Chef Jeremy Einhorn, will craft this unique dining experience, with the freshest ingredients from Beach Plum Farm, JAH's Creation Organic Farms, and other local sources. Join us in the Ballroom for a five-course dinner, beginning with appetizers of locally made cheeses and baked breads, and a raw-bar of fresh Cape May Salts from Delaware Bay, provided by Atlantic Fisheries. A complimentary glass of wine from local vineyards will be offered with dinner as well as a cash bar. Ticket price is $60 per person, with proceeds to benefit Cape May Forum programs and scholarships.

  • Clam-A-Rama

    2nd Annual Clam-A-Rama

    May 11, 2013

    Take part in our 2nd Annual Clam-A-Rama on Saturday, May 11th, 2013. The Clam Pitching Tournament will take place on the beach in front of the Beach Shack. Compete against your friends, family or some clam pitching pros! Never played before? It's just like a combination of horseshoes and corn hole and very easy to learn! Our team will show you how it's done from 12pm- 1pm and the Eagles' cheerleaders and mascot, SWOOP will be there to cheer you on!!

    $25 tournament registration fee includes entry into the tournament, a 2013 Clam-A-Rama T-shirt and a delicious Rusty Nail breakfast sandwich. Arrive between 9am and 11am to enjoy your sandwich. Registration will close at 11am. Round Robin tournament will start at 1:30pm. The festivities continue all day and night at the Rusty Nail with clam specials, drink specials and live entertainment by Wesley Ochs and The Shots!! Sign Up Now!

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  • Mother's Day Brunch

    Mother's Day Brunch

    May 12, 2013 from 10am - 4pm

    Show that number one woman in your life just how special she is with a delicious brunch in our beautiful Ballroom. Our chefs have prepared an amazing spread of breakfast and lunch dishes and all moms will receive a complimentary mimosa or bloody mary. Live entertainment will be provided by our talented pianist. After brunch, enjoy Cape May in gorgeous springtime with a stroll around the veranda or some quality time looking at the ocean on the Adirondack chairs. Our Congress Hall Express will be running so moms can go for a train ride with their little ones! Want to give mom the ultimate Mother's Day weekend? Check out our hotel packages including tickets to Mother's Day Brunch. Click below to view the delectable brunch menu or call 609-884-8422 to book your reservation now. Space is limited so book today!

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  • Recreational Activities

    Recreational Activities

    It is our goal to ensure your vacation is as active, fun and relaxing as you would like it to be. With you in mind, we have a created an expansive list of recreational activities for guests of all ages. From the moment you rise and shine to the moment you hit those crisp white sheets in the evening, we are full of ideas to help you get the most out of every day. From karaoke to ceramics to Zumba, Yoga, biking and Beach Boot Camp, keep the whole family entertained right here on campus. Or, go off campus and enjoy jet skiing, kayaking, dolphin and whale watching, winery tours, golfing, amusement rides, trolley tours, and so much more.

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  • Carnival and a Movie on the Grand Lawn

    Monday Nights - Carnival & a Movie on the Grand Lawn

    Starts: July 8 - Aug 26, 2013(every Monday night)

    Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

    Monday nights at Congress Hall is the place to be! The Grand Lawn transforms into a carnival festival with booths, carnival hosts, games for all ages, face painting, balloon twisting, food and treats, and much more! The whole family is invited. After some fun and games you are welcome to find a comfy seat on the lawn and enjoy our complimentary family friendly movie.

  • Ceramics on the Veranda

    Ceramics on the Veranda

    Starts: June 19 - Sept 1, 2013 (every Wednesday afternoon on Congress Hall Veranda)

    Time: 3:00pm - 5:00pm

    Back by popular demand! Join Miss Brenda, our instructor from Island Studio in Stone Harbor. Create your very own masterpiece as a keepsake from your vacation. Love our holiday ceramics at Winter Wonderland? Join us in July for Christmas in July ceramics!

  • Family Karaoke

    Family Karaoke in the Boiler Room

    Starts: June 20 - Sept 1, 2013 (every Thurs & Sun night)

    Thursdays from 6pm-8pm
    Sundays from 7pm-9pm

    A summer favorite activity, join our favorite host, Terry O'ke, for a night of rockin' fun for all ages! Sing-a-long to all of your favorite songs two nights a week!

  • Soccer Game for Kids and Volley Ball for Adults - Saturdays

    Soccer on the Lawn

    Every Saturday afternoon on the Grand Lawn

    Starts: July 6 - Aug 31, 2013 (every Saturday)

    Time: 1pm-2pm

    Bring the whole family out to the lawn for a good old-fashioned soccer game! Join our activities team on the lawn at 1pm!

  • Blue’s Clubhouse Sitter Services

    Blue's Clubhouse Sitter Services

    Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday

    Starts: June 21 - Aug 31, 2013

    Time: 5:30pm-9pm

    Enjoy some alone time on your family vacation! Drop the kids off at our interactive sitter service, Blue's Clubhouse and enjoy a romantic dinner at the Ebbitt Room or an evening under the stars at the Rusty Nail. $40 per child includes dinner, beverage and dessert from the Blue Pig Tavern, fun and engaging activities supervised by our licensed and insured sitters, and of course, appearances by the Blue Pig!

  • Beach Boot Camp on the beach in front of Congress Hall

    Beach Boot Camp

    Every Monday-Saturday on Congress Hall Beach (June 22 - Aug 31)

    Time: 7:30am - 8:30am

    Cost: $15 per person

    Start your day off with a refreshing, yet challenging workout! Join Mike Hanley from North Beach Health Club of Cape May as he guides you through boot camp drills. From squats to lunges and jumping jacks to burpees, this workout will have you in bathing suit ready shape in no time!

  • Yoga on the Lawn

    Yoga on the Lawn

    Starts: May 25 - June 22 (Saturdays Only), June 22 - Sept 2 (everyday), Sept 7 - Oct 5, 2013 (Saturdays Only)

    Time: 8:30am - 9:45am

    Cost: $15 per person

    Connect mind, body and soul on the Congress Hall Lawn or Beach everyday this summer! Our instructor, Sharon Fruchtman, will guide you through the perfect routine for all experience levels. There's no place to do yoga than breathing in the fresh ocean air!

  • Open Mic/ Singer Songwriter Night

    Tie-Dye Tuesday

    At Congress Hall on July 16t & August 6, 2013

    At Rusty Nail on July 30 & August 27, 2013

    Cost: $15 for children, $20 for adults.

    New this summer, get groovy with our Tie-Dye Tuesdays! We've added two dates at Congress Hall and two dates at the Rusty Nail, which all are welcome to attend. Adults and children are all invited to dye their own t-shirts!

  • Full Moon Parties

    Full Moon Parties

    June 26, July 24 and August 31, 2013

    Location: Congress Hall's Grand Lawn

    Join us under the big, bright moon on the Grand Lawn for some family fun, seaside sing-a-longs, and tasty treats.

  • Edible Jersey Eat and Drink Local Week!

    Edible Jersey Eat & Drink Local Week!

    June 22 – June 29, 2013

    Join us as we celebrate the 2013 harvest season with a special menu featuring ingredients straight from our own Beach Plum Farm. Enjoy a delicious hand crafted farm-to-table menu at the Blue Pig Tavern or at the Ebbitt Room.

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  • 4th of July Picnic on Congress Hall’s Lawn

    4th of July Celebration at Congress Hall

    Congress Hall Grand Lawn is the place to be for the ultimate 4th of July celebration. Activities go on all day from 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Join us for carnival games, face painting, balloon twisting, family lawn games and more. Chime in with our Congress Hall Festival Choir’s patriotic sing-a-long along with live music on the veranda. Enjoy our family picnic from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Or, try our Lobster Bake, a seated dinner from 6pm-9pm including a 1 lb. Lobster or NY Strip Steak. Check back for a full line-up and menu.

  • Stockton Goes to the Beach

    Stockton Goes to the Beach

    Stockton Goes to the Beach is back to the Cape May Convention Hall this year with a wonderful line-up of shows sure to please all ages. They are offering adult shows and child shows throughout the months of July and August.

    The Adult line-up is as follows:

    • July 8 - John Ford Coley with special guest Robbie Dupree & The Yacht Rock Revue
    • July 15 - Christopher Cross; July 22 - Helen Reddy
    • July 29-Ronnie Spector
    • August 5 - Chad & Jeremy
    • August 12 - Peter Noone

    Show time for each show is 8pm and tickets are $35 per person.
    The children's line-up is as follows:
    • July 10 - Winnie the Pooh
    • July 17 - Jack & the Beanstalk
    • July 24 - Dorothy Meets Alice: The Wizard of Wonderland
    • July 31 - Rapunzel
    • August 7 - Uberboy: The Story of a Hero
    Show time for these shows is 10:30am and tickets are $10 per person.

    To order tickets or find out more information, visit http://www.capemaycity.com or call 1-855-708-9699.