Atlantic County
Somers Point
A waterfront gem known for free beach concerts and bay views
Beach Guide
Somers Point Beach Guide
Beach Access
Contact: 1 W. New Jersey Avenue
Beach Location: Bay Avenue, between Higbee Avenue and New Jersey Avenue
The beach is open to the public on weekends beginning Memorial Day weekend, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and open daily as of mid-June.
There is no boardwalk or bulkhead to traverse to access the beach. Restrooms and an outdoor shower are available. Free parking, a children's playground, and a fishing pier are also available. The boat ramp is located at John F. Kennedy Park.
What's Happening
What's Happening in Somers Point
Somers Point is known for its vibrant waterfront, free beach concerts, and annual summer celebrations that bring the community together along the bay.
Downbeach Seafood Festival
September 19–20, 2026 · Ski Beach, Ventnor
A few minutes from Somers Point, Ventnor's annual seafood festival at Ski Beach features local seafood vendors, a beer tent, live music, and a chowder cook-off by the bay. A great late-summer day out for the whole family.
Ski Beach, Ventnor City
Festival InfoAtlantic City Comedy Festival
October 9–10, 2026 · Boardwalk Hall
Top stand-up comics including Sheryl Underwood, DeRay Davis, Tommy Davidson, Tony Rock, and Bruce Bruce take the stage at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, just minutes from Somers Point. A weekend of laughs on the fall shore calendar.
Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City
Comedy Fest InfoAmeriHealth Atlantic City Marathon
October 17–18, 2026 · Absecon Island Course
The annual Atlantic City Marathon weekend, starting just minutes from Somers Point, features a full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K along a scenic Absecon Island course. Race-day energy fills the shore with runners and cheering crowds each October.
Atlantic City Boardwalk & Streets
Race InfoHorsepower by the Bay Car Show
Sunday, October 18, 2026
The annual classic car show at the Shore Medical Center parking lot. Dozens of classic cars, street rods, and custom vehicles on display by the bay. Free to attend and open to all ages. A great fall community event in Somers Point.
Shore Medical Center, Somers Point
City EventsEvent details sourced from somerspointgov.org and concertsonthebeachinsomerspoint.com. Dates and availability may change — check somerspointgov.org and concertsonthebeachinsomerspoint.com for the latest event calendar.
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