Seaside Park Historical Society


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The Seaside Park Historical Society is an organization dedicated to the goal of preserving and honoring the rich history of the Borough

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Borough of Seaside Park 250th Anniversary Seal

Seaside Park Historical Society Presents: 250th Celebration Events
Join us throughout 2026 as we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with a series of special community events!


The Seaside Park Historical Society meets on the second Monday of each month. 
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Municipal Court Building
1 Municipal Plaza, Seaside Park, NJ 08752

2026 Meeting Dates:
Monday, January 12th
Monday,  February 9th
Monday, March 9th
Monday, April 13th
Monday, May 11th 
Monday, June 8th
Monday, July 13th
Monday, August 10th
Monday, September 14th
Monday, October 12th



Click here to view all events Celebrating 250 Years of American History!
Armed Forces Day Breakfast - May 16th, 2026

Date: May 16th, 2026 2026 Armed Forces Day Breakfast
Time: 9:00am to 11:00am
Location: Tri-Boro First Aid Squad (61 J Street)

Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet catered by Klees. Donations welcomed towards care packages in support of our troops.

“Always Supporting Our Military” is a Toms River non-profit organization that sends care packages to deployed service members. Please help them boost the morale of our soldiers by donating one of the suggested items listed, or simply make a homemade card with a supportive message. Monetary donations are used to offset the cost of mailing packages overseas.

Donations will be collected at the Breakfast, OR if unable to attend, they can be placed in the box located at Borough Hall (1701 N Ocean Avenue) near the tax window.

Most Requested Items
Gallon Sized Zip Lock Bags, Multi-Packs of Toothbrushes, Deodorant (Women’s High Demand), Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, High Quality Cotton Socks, Disposable Razors, Individual Packs of Gum, Beef Jerky/Slim Jims, OR Nuts & Trail Mix
Time Capsule Dedication & Liberty Bell Unveiling - June 29th, 2026

Date:  June 29th, 2026
Rain Date: July 6th, 2026
Time: 6:00pm
Location: Police Station Lawn (1 Municipal Plaza)

"Seaside Park: Preserving Our Story" - a special evening honoring our town's history.
Community Bell Ringing - July 3rd, 2026

Date: July 3rd, 2026
Time: 8:26pm (20:26 military time)
Location: Anywhere!

Join from home or in your neighborhood, ring your bells, make noise, and kick off Fourth of July weekend together.
Patriotic Bike Parade - July 4th, 2026

Date: July 4th, 2026
Time: 9:00am Report (9:30am Parade Start)
Location: 5th Avenue and Bay (Parade ends at 14th Avenue)

Decorate your Bike, Trike, Wagon, Baby Carriage or yourself and join the fun. Line up at 5th and Bay starting 9:00am for the kick off of the parade at 9:30am. Parade ends at 14th Ave. Home owners along the parade route are encouraged to decorate the outside of their homes, play patriotic music and sing along.

Boots on the Bay - America's 250th Celebration - July 18th, 2026

Date: July 18th, 2026
Rain Date: July 19th, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Marina Lawn

Live music, food trucks, vendors, kid's corner, patriotic shell painting, and more! Enjoy the evening with a spirited patriotic flair.
Town-Wide Treasure Hunt - September 19th, 2026

Date: September 19th, 2026
Rain Date: September 26th, 2026
Time: TBD
Location: Throughout Seaside Park

Join the fun and search for hidden clues across town!

More details coming soon---- stay tuned

Cranberry Skirmish - Community Event - September 25th, 2026

Date: September 25th, 2026
Rain Date: October 2nd, 2026
Time: 11:00am
Location: American Legion - Seaside Heights

Seaside Park and Seaside Heights join together to explore local history with this special joint community event.

More details coming soon---- stay tuned