Did you know Wildwood’s famous boardwalk shuts down every night from 1AM to 5AM, year-round? Whether you’re planning your first Jersey Shore trip or you’re a Wildwood regular, knowing the Wildwood boardwalk curfew helps you plan your nights right. Here’s everything you need to know.
Sea Chest Motel is a family-owned hotels near Wildwood NJ tucked one block from the beach in Wildwood Crest — and the go-to hotel near the beach in Wildwood NJ for Jersey Shore vacations.
What Is the Wildwood Boardwalk Curfew?
The Wildwood boardwalk curfew runs every night from 1AM to 5AM, year-round, no exceptions. During those hours, the boardwalk is closed to the public. But don’t worry, at 5:01AM the funnel cake stands are waiting.
Video Transcript
“Midnight in Wildwood, let’s go!”
“Wait, they’re locking the boardwalk?!”
“Even the seagull is not having it.”
“Year-round. Every night. One to five.”
“Five-oh-one. We’re back. Funnel cake time.”
“Wildwood boardwalk, we’ll always come back.”
Key Takeaways
- The Wildwood boardwalk curfew is in effect every night from 1AM to 5AM
- The curfew is year-round, not just during the summer season
- The boardwalk reopens at 5AM for early risers and sunrise walkers
- Plan your evening activities to wrap up before 1AM
Plan Your Wildwood Crest Stay
Staying right near the boardwalk means you can walk back in minutes before curfew. Sea Chest Motel in Wildwood Crest puts you just one block from the beach and a short walk from the boardwalk. Looking for a Wildwood Crest hotel near the beach? Book direct at seachestmotel.com.
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