Featured events are paid listings by users and receive priority placement on patch, on our social pages and in our daily newsletters. Sunset beach cape may new jersey flag ceremony jun 12, 2015 jun 12, 2015 marvin hume, a world war ii veteran, recently passed at 94 after flying veterans casket flags for 40 years at his flag pole on the beach at the tip of new jersey. Tourism people in cape may county will tell you the flag lowering ceremony at sunset beach in lower township is a mustdo event. Sitting on the west side of cape may point, amazing sunsets can be captured on film and in your hearts on our beach. Union resident remembered at flag ceremony at sunset beach. Every summer night since 1975, from memorial day through september, the day ends with a 20minute ritual before sunset to honor a departed u. When visiting cape may and sunset beach, be sure to leave at least. Theres a reason they call this sunset beach, you guessed. Kate smith will sing on at sunset beach flag ritual in. Sunset beach cape may nj flag ceremony the evening flag ceremony is a 40 year tradition at sunset beach when visiting cape may and sunset beach, be sure to leave at least one night open to join us for our evening flag ceremony held daily in season may through september.
The final flag ceremony of the summer concludes on sunset beach in cape may point saturday, september 30, 20117. With first light and last light times, and a graphical view of local daylight hours cape may sunrise sunset times, nj 08204 willyweather. Every evening at sunset, members of the cape may kiwanis club gather at the western end of the promenade the cove for a patriotic event with music and a kiwanis club member as master of ceremonies. Every evening at sunset, members of the cape may kiwanis club gather at the. However, all pets are prohibitted on the beach from april 1st to september 15th. Truly the best beach in cape may, which in turn means the best beach in nj. I have always found the flag ceremony to be beautiful, and never considered the music obtrusive, but it seemed as if others did. Reservations for the 175 available flag ceremony nights for 2015 took. The last day of the month is 14 hours, 43 minutes, so the length of the days gets 50 minutes longer in may 2020. Its one of cape may s most visited spots at sunset during the summer season from memorial day through labor day. Besides having unusually beautiful sunsets over open water not normally visible on the east coast, sunset beach has three things.
Member of cape may city and long beach island nj chamber of commerce i am on many registrar referral list in new jersey, from toms river, down to ocean city. Sunset beach, near cape may point famous for its fabulous sunsets. Cape may is also one of the countrys oldest vacation resort destinations. Sunset beach is located at the southern tip of cape may peninsula where the delaware bay meets the atlantic ocean. Bernard elementary school and after graduating from northeast catholic high school for boys in 1949, he enlisted in the united states marine corps.
Sunset beach at the flag ceremony tonight at 7pm, sunset. Run for the fallen to pass through lacey, brick this weekend. Beaches at the jersey cape cape may county, nj official. If you dont like sitting and relaxing on onejust the atmosphere is worth going for. Exploring cape may point state park and sunset beach 514 duration. Sunset beach cape may nj gift shops and flag ceremony. Points of interest cape may county, nj official website. Sunset and flag ceremony sunset beach, lower township. See more ideas about may weddings, cape may and wedding. Sunset beach is a beach located on the cape may peninsula, near cape may point, in lower township along the delaware bay, in the u. Sunset beech flag ceremony at cape may point nj youtube. Sunset beach cape may point 2020 all you need to know. The evening flag ceremony is a 40 year tradition at sunset beach.
Cape may point sunset beach weather forecast issued today at 9. Paw prints can be found in the sand from leashed dogs at sunset beach from midseptember through midapril. If thats not enough history, around the cape may point, lies battery 223 another world war ii american coastal defensive position. Top 10 hotels closest to sunset beach in cape may wildwood. It boasrs not only a small beach with a view of the sunken cement ship suck to create an artificial reef but one can watch the cape maylewes ferries forging. Please be sure to experience this emotional and moving ceremony honoring an american veteran.
This lil beach is a great place to relax and watch the ferry go by. You can also check out the rating from the travel channel for cape may beaches. Cape may kiwanis sunset flag ceremony memorial day through patriots day every evening at sunset, members of the cape may kiwanis club gather at the western end of the promenade the cove for a patriotic event with music and a kiwanis club member as master of ceremonies. Marvin hume has been conducting a flag ceremony to honor all who served our country for 38 years. Photo courtesy sunset gift gift shop experience sunset on the beach flag lowering ceremony come early, bring the kids and spread out a blanket on the beach as you prepare for a spectacular over the water sunset and the evening flag ceremony, held every night at sunset between memorial day and labor day. You can also reach sunset beach by taking the cape may lewes ferry from lewes, delaware. This evenings ceremony is for capt brian faunce kia iraq sept. They must be leashed and all waste removed properly. Comb the beach for cape may diamonds, shop the gift shops, play mini golf or eat at the grille.
Cape may sunset beach summer evening flag ceremony see 582 traveler. Visit the online reservation website for details and availability. A tradition for over 40 years, we fly old glory and play taps honoring our fallen heros. Nj run for the fallen sunset beach flag ceremony the city. Bob was born and raised in the mayfair section of northeast philadelphia, pa. Many families of those who gave their lives will be present for this ceremony along with the runners and run support team. The grille has a lower deck for dinning which is pet friendly. Planning a beach wedding in cape may nj would you like to plan your beach wedding in cape may. On july 2nd, 2010 cbs evening news filmed a segment of the american spirit at sunset beach in cape may point, new jersey. Now if you are staying downtown cape may jackson street shouldnt be too far from you, wherever you may be staying. Sunset beach one of the more uncommon beaches in the region is sunset beach at cape may point, the southernmost part of the cape, home to cape may diamonds and the concrete ship, hosts a nightly ceremony in the summer months that draws hundreds of visitors for a perfectly exquisite view of a sunset. Jul 02, 2016 ircha 2018 flag ceremony jc zanki duration.
Aug 05, 2015 this lil beach is a great place to relax and watch the ferry go by. Sunset beech flag ceremony at cape may point nj gary rossignol. Feb 19, 2015 a cape may county man has been charged with shooting at pilot whales off the new jersey coast after surrendering to u. Theres a nightly flag lowering ceremony on sunset beach. Flag ceremony for ronny nickerson cape may point, nj august 8th, 2018. Or perhaps have your ceremony in a romantic bed and breakfast and take a cape may carriage ride down beach ave to celebrate your day after your ceremony. A few months ago there was a posting regarding the music at sunset during the flag ceremony. The bride kelly bradley the groom frank speiser the date september 11 though kelly and frank attended the same elementary and high schools, theyd never really known each other. Sunset beach near cape may, new jersey sunset beach is one of our very favorite places. Jun 24, 20 gift shops three gift shops for your shopping pleasure in cape may point at sunset beach open year round. Sunset beach is a popular dog beach in cape may, nj. Cape may weddings city of cape may city of cape may.
In a cape may beach, a tradition to honor veterans flourishes. Flag ceremony a unique view from new jersey sitting on the west side of cape may point, amazing sunsets can be captured on film and in your hearts on our beach. Ocean city its 50 feet iwide, 2 12 miles long, has many eateries, taffy and fudge shops, and a large amusement pier, gillians wonderland pier, with a 140 foot ferris wheel, kiddie cars, roller coasters, a miniature golf course and a water park. Margaret monteta whale watching boat passes by sunset beach, near cape may point, nj locals and tourists alike have been gathering at sunset beach near cape may point for decades. Pets are only permitted on the beach from september 16th to march 30th. Sunset beach if you watch the cbs evening news with katie.
It is a local tourist attraction, in part due to its proximity to the ss atlantus locally known as the concrete ship and the cape may lighthouse. Run for the fallen to pass through lacey township lacey. They saw action in the normandy invasion at utah beach on june 6, 1944 in. It is known for a flag raisinglowering ceremony which is held daily at 7pm memorial day. Cape may sunrise sunset times, nj 08204 willyweather. The evening flag ceremony is a tradition at sunset beach, nj.
We got there about an hour before sunset, it wasnt busy at first, but got a little busy near sunset, but still pretty empty. And, perhaps the greatest thing about the areas beaches is that their purposes are as varied as the people who enjoy them. Cape may sunset beach flag lowering ceremony youtube. As long as sunset beach is held by our family, the flag ceremony will continue. Choose from 7 hotels and accommodations within a mile of sunset beach, including these picks. When visiting cape may and sunset beach, be sure to leave at least one night open to join us for our evening flag ceremony, which is held daily at 7pm memorial day weekend through august, and at 6pm on saturdays in september. Sunset beach cape may, new jersey new jersey leisure guide. Sunset beach new jersey is located at 502 sunset boulevard, cape may point, new jersey, 08212. Kelly and franks seaside ceremony, which took place at noon on cape mays sunset beach, had a casually elegant vibe. In cape may, nj, the first day of may is hours, 53 minutes long. Its not a complete visit without a trip to sunset beach. Flag ceremony the evening flag ceremony is a 40 year tradition at sunset beach. Sep 03, 2015 sunset beachs next biggest attraction is the flag ceremony that is performed every morning and night in may through late september.
Since 1973, this patriotic spectacle was used to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work of veterans when it came to keeping their country safe. New jersey or better known as the jersey shore, is known for having some of the best beaches around. Cbs news films segment on sunset beach flag ceremony. Sunset beach lower township 2020 all you need to know. However, if you want to get married there during the summer, kate smith will be singing in the background and youll have a few dozen more people at your wedding. Flag ceremony announcement we must postpone our flag ceremony signup, which normally occurs may 1. Sunset beach cape may new jersey flag ceremony the american. Changing tides, fun waves, beautiful dunes, and the lighthouse and sunset are just icing on the cake. Box 485, at the foot of sunset boulevard cape may point, new jersey 08212 lower township. Flag lowering ceremony at sunset beach, cape may point, nj. Since 1973 sunset beach has been owned and operated by the same family, who have worked hard to make this a destination spot for all who visit cape may. Lets be honestmost times the beach is the main attraction. Goury flag ceremony, sunset beach cape may nj, august 3, 2011 duration. Sunset beach flag ceremony cape may forum tripadvisor.
This is a must do if you are visiting cape may nj for vacation. Sunset beach is known for its popular flag lowering ceremony at sunset. Cape may county beaches with large commercial boardwalks. The cape may county herald is offering full coverage of the covid19 coronavirus emergency to all, with no payment required. Reservations for our 2019 flag ceremonies will start on wednesday, may 1, 2019 at 9. Cape may point sunset beach weather forecast, nj willyweather. Sunset beach gifts in cape may point has switched its position on kate smith, saying they will continue to play her rendition of god bless america during the nightly flag ceremony honoring veterans. The evening flag ceremony is a 40 year tradition at sunset beach when visiting cape may and sunset beach, be sure to leave at least one night open to join us for our evening flag ceremony, which is held daily at 7pm memorial day weekend through august, and at 6pm on saturdays in september. Down the street from sunset beach is one of the last remaining world war ii coastal lookout towers that scoured the horizon for nazi uboats during the war.
It took six years to arrange the tribute for drebes. Based on current data coming from our government officials locally, as well as the governors. Mar 10, 2014 sunset beach in cape may nj year, after year, it never changes. Year after year, jersey cape beaches are ranks among the top in new jersey and the nation. Its best to arrive well before sunset, a few hours even, and play a round of mini golf, do a little shopping, get a bite to eat the the grille or look for cape may diamonds. Now if you are staying downtown cape mayjackson street shouldnt be too far from you, wherever you may be staying. Sunset beach in cape may nj year, after year, it never. Daniel hume, a decorated combat veteran who served 5 12 years in the united states marine corps today says police showed up at his popular sunset beach. Sunset beach, cape may nj south jerseys hidden gem. It wasnt until years later and many miles from new jersey in boston that kelly, now 26, ran. Cape may county is flanked on the east by some of the worlds best beaches. Stay on sunset boulevard for a few minutes, youll go through west cape may, then some preserved areas and eventually run directly into the parking lot for sunset beach. From the disembarkation point, drive to us9 n and follow it until you reach seashore rd. The sunset flag ceremony starts tomorrow, friday, may 26 for the season.
Legally licensed since 1998,i am a non denominational wedding officiate. Cape may beach guide and fees heres a quick look at the cape may beach fees and and lifeguard hours for the summer season in cape may nj. There are great little shops a good snack place and of course you can always look for cape may diamonds on the beach the sunset flag ceremony always makes me remember what the flag stands for though i am sad the gentlemen who always did it passed away this year. Sunrise and sunset times, civil twilight start and end times as well as solar noon, and day length for every day of may in cape may, nj. Sunset beach tonight, for the sunset flag ceremony we. Cape may is home to 9 hotels and other accommodations, so you can find something thats perfect for your stay. When visiting cape may and sunset beach, be sure to leave at least one night open to join us for our evening flag ceremony, which is held daily at 7pm.
As the bright orange light begins to dim, a ceremony is taking place. West cape may a crowd gathers to watch the sun disappear over delaware bay at sunset beach. Every night from may through the end of september, casket flags of united states veterans are flown, then lowered at sunset. The grille at sunset beach is open today from 8am5pm for breakfast, lunch and an early dinner.
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