AirFest Panic at NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum
If you’re staying in Wildwood NJ or North Wildwood for AirFest 2026 (September 3–6) at the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum, our Beach Ball Bunnies crew already got there first — and it did not go smoothly.
Sandy brought a snack bag she was not willing to share, Biscuit got a little too close to a giant vintage propeller, and Harry the (very unimpressed) seagull appointed himself air traffic control for the day. Watch the video above, then read on for the real AirFest details if you’re planning your own visit.
What Is AirFest at NAS Wildwood?
AirFest is the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum‘s annual aviation celebration, running September 3–6, 2026, with vintage aircraft, museum exhibits, and hands-on activities for the whole family at the former Naval Air Station Wildwood hangar. Full event details and hours: capemay.com/events/airfest.
Plan Your Wildwood Trip Around AirFest
Basing yourself in Wildwood Crest puts you minutes from the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum and close to both Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood for the rest of your trip. Sea Chest Motel is one block from the beach — a comfortable home base for a day at the museum and an evening on the boardwalk.
- 🎺 Pool on-site
- 📶 Fast free WiFi
- 🔥 BBQ grills for a post-museum cookout
- 📍 1 block from the beach, Wildwood Crest NJ
Beach, boardwalk, and a vintage air show — all from one home base. Book direct for the best rate on your Wildwood NJ stay — no booking fees, no third-party markup.
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Getting Here
Sea Chest Motel is located at 7401 Atlantic Ave., Wildwood Crest, NJ 08260 — steps from the boardwalk and a short walk to Wildwood Beach, with an easy drive up to the NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum for AirFest. Free on-site parking is available.
Looking for a hotel near the beach in Wildwood Crest? Check out our hotel near the beach in Wildwood Crest page, or browse all Wildwood Crest hotels options.
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Cheers from the boardwalk — Sea Chest Motel 🌊✈️
