POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – October is here, and the end of the tourism season at the Jersey Shore is officially drawing to a close. Beach towns across the state have found ways to extend the tourism season through October by hosting fall festivals, bbq festivals, and other themed festivals. Once November hits, most of that stops here at the Jersey Shore.
The barrier islands along the Atlantic shoreline essentially become abandoned except for the people who live there.
But there is plenty of reason to visit the Jersey Shore in the late fall and winter.
The Jersey Shore has exciting nightlife all year long from Asbury Park to Cape May. Many restaurants remain open. Bars and nightclubs rarely slow down, and live performances can be found up and down the coast.
While the Point Pleasant Boardwalk closes, there’s always something happening at the Tiki Bar or over in the downtown section, where you have Uncle Vinnie’s Comedy Club and about a dozen restaurants to visit.
Asbury Park keeps its pulse all year long too. Live music at the Stone Pony, Asbury Lanes, and the Wonder Bar are just a few ways to experience the Jersey Shore in the fall and early winter.
While Seaside Heights has essentially shut down its boulevard nightclub scene over the past decade, there’s always something going on at places like Spicy’s Cantina, the Beachcomber, the Sawmill, and Captain Hooks.
Then there’s Atlantic City, New Jersey’s version of the city that never sleeps. The casinos are open and live events are scheduled throughout the season.
As the holidays approach, some Jersey Shore towns hold events that culminate with New Year’s Eve parties. In Seaside Heights, First Night is a family fun event during the day on December 31st.
So you can see, there’s no reason to stop visiting the Jersey Shore just because summer’s over. Be sure to check with the town and venues before coming down to visit to make sure they are open as many businesses have restricted hours during the off-season.