Summer 2025 Long Beach Island (LBI) Preview

Summer 2025 on LBI: What's New for Renters

Long Beach Island (LBI) is gearing up for an exciting summer in 2025, offering a mix of beloved traditions and fresh attractions for renters to enjoy. Whether you're a returning visitor or experiencing LBI for the first time, here's what's happening this season:

🎉 Festivals & Events

• Hop Sauce Festival (June 14): Celebrate the fusion of hot sauce, craft beer, and original live music at this lively event in Beach Haven.

• Lighthouse International Film Festival (June 4–8): Experience a unique beach-centric film festival featuring screenings, filmmaker discussions, and after-hours events.

• Firepit Fridays (June 27–August 29): Join the community every Friday evening at 6805 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, for bonfires, live music, and oceanfront relaxation.

• Beach Haven Art Walk (May 31): Stroll through Beach Haven and appreciate local art displays and installations.

• Craft Day by the Bay (July 5): Explore handcrafted goods from local artisans at this annual event.

• Beachfest Arts & Crafts Festival (July 12): Discover a variety of arts and crafts vendors showcasing their creations.

• Waves of Strength Surf Competition (August 3): Watch surfers compete in this thrilling event celebrating strength and skill.

• Coquina Jam Surf Competition (July 20): Enjoy a day of surf competitions and beach festivities.

• National Night Out (August 5): Participate in community-building activities and meet local law enforcement.

• LBI Pickleball Tournament (August 1–3): Compete or cheer on players in this popular tournament.

🍽️ New Dining & Attractions

• How You Brewin’ Mocktail Bar: Surf City's popular café is introducing LBI’s first mocktail bar, along with new performance spaces and a live view of their cold brewing process.

• Lex Mex: This beloved eatery has relocated to Surf City, offering expanded seating and a larger menu for fans of their flavorful dishes.

• Station 117: A new tavern and garden in Beach Haven, brought to you by the team behind Buckalew’s, serving coastal cuisine in a relaxed setting.

• Jen’s Links: A 36-hole miniature golf course in Barnegat Light, offering fun for all ages with ADA-accessible equipment.

🎭 Entertainment & Weekly Events

• Surflight Theatre: Enjoy live performances at this historic Beach Haven venue, offering a range of theatrical productions throughout the summer.

• Weekly Concerts & Markets:

  • Sundays: 68th Street Summer Concert Series

  • Mondays: Surf City Farmer’s Market (morning) and Barnegat Light Concert Series (evening)

  • Wednesdays: Concerts on the Green in Beach Haven and Harvey Cedars

  • Thursdays: Ship Bottom Concert Series

  • Fridays: Beach Haven Artisan Market (morning) and Firepit Fridays at 68th Street Beach (evening)

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With a vibrant lineup of events, new dining options, and convenient services like Pack Lite, Summer 2025 on LBI promises unforgettable memories for all renters.