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Events

All Event Proceeds Benefit Absecon Lighthouse unless otherwise stated. Call for ticket prices and Information at 609-449-1360.
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Tickets - $100 per person

Sponsorship Opportunities

Lighthouse libations

Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026 5:30 – 7:30 PM An elegant evening of cocktails & community – supporting the restoration of the iconic Absecon Lighthouse. Dock’s Oyster House, 2405 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 Tickets $100 per person, includes cocktails & light fare Sponsorship Opportunities available: Beacon Sponsor - $2,500 – Includes 6 tickets, premier recognition on event materials & signage Guiding Light Sponsor - $1,500 – Includes 4 tickets, recognition on event materials & signage Keeper Sponsor - $750 – Includes 2 tickets, recognition on event signage Friend of the Lighthouse - $250 – Recognition on event signage Call for tickets, sponsorship or questions: 609-449-1360.

Wacky Wednesdays

July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & August 5, 12, & 19th Wacky Wednesdays at the Lighthouse, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm, includes crafts, activities, & coloring, The Salty Sea, Pirates & Mermaids, Fairy Tales, Gifts of the Garden, Dinosaurs, Surfin’ Safari, and Outer Space. Included with Regular Admission - themes change weekly
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“Lighthouse Libations”
Thursday, September 24 Dock’s Oyster House, 5:30pm to 7:30pm $100 pp
Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey
Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18 Regular admission Kids 11 and under are free
Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Festival
Thursday, October 22 1pm to 4pm Sponsored by the INLET CDC

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  • 2025 September 24
    “Luscious Libations for the Lighthouse”
    Lush hors d'oeuvres, Cash Bar, Live Music by Shawn Ashle
  • 2025 October 18th and 19th
    Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey
    Visit all 11 NJ Lighthouses, Museums and Life Saving Stations.
  • 2025 October 23rd
    Pumpkin Patch Family Fun Festival
    sponsored by the INLET CDC
  • 2025 October 25th
    Haunted Tours
    Haunted Walking Tours and separate Paranormal investigation
  • 2025 December 5th
    Luminary Light Festival
    Caroling, DJ tunes, tree lighting, full moon climb, specialty cheeses & wine tasting, $25 per person donation
  • 2026 January 15
    Celebrating 169 years since the first lighting on January 15
    Kids 12 & under Climb Free! Two-for-One Climbs for adults from 11am to 3:30pm
  • 2026 February 14
    “An Evening of Romance & Renewal”
    Doors open at 5pm, Group Vow Renewal Ceremony at 6pm, Toast, Live Music, Dancing & Romantic Climb
  • 2026 March 17
    Beer Tasting and Irish Fiddle Concert
    Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Cardinal Restaurant.
  • 2026 April 2
    Easter Egg Hunt
    Sponsored by Oceanside 1 FSC
  • 2026 Augusy 7
    National lighthouse day festival

  • 2026 August 9
    Wine Tasting Porch Party

    Wine Tasting Porch Party
  • 2026 August 26
    Sunset Fiddle Concert

    Wine Tasting Porch Party