Casino Pier & Breakwater Beach

Mermazing Mermaids
2026-08-04 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Make waves with the Mermazing Mermaids at Breakwater Beach Waterpark! 🧜‍♀️🌊
Dive into a day of splashes and sparkle as real-life mermaids make a magical appearance at the waterpark. Swim, play, and cool off while these enchanting sea beauties, pose for photos, and share smiles with little ocean explorers.
Kids can meet their favorite finned friends up close during special meet & greet sessions, hear tales from under the sea, and capture mer-mazing photo moments the whole family will treasure. It’s the perfect blend of waterpark thrills and seaside fantasy.
Grab your swimsuits, bring your biggest smiles, and get ready for a fintastic day of fun — because when mermaids visit Breakwater Beach, it’s shore to be unforgettable! 🐚✨
Mermaid Meet & Greets, 11am-12pm
Near Lighthouse Cove (Toddler Area)
Tuesday, July 7th
Tuesday, August 4th
Mermaid Sing-a-Longs, 11am-12pm
By the Waterfalls (Near Hot Tubs)
Tuesday, July 21st
Tuesday, August 18th

Extreme Magic of Eric Wilzig
2026-08-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-13 19:00 - 21:00
Prepare to be amazed at Casino Pier with the Extreme Magic of Eric Wilzig! 🎩✨
Step into a world of jaw-dropping illusions, daring stunts, and mind-bending tricks as Eric Wilzig brings his signature high-energy magic show to the pier. Perfect for families and thrill-seekers alike, this show combines classic magic with extreme feats that will leave you gasping, laughing, and wondering, “How did he do that?”
From incredible sleight-of-hand to astonishing escapes and audience-participation moments, Eric Wilzig delivers a one-of-a-kind performance that thrills kids and adults alike. It’s not just a magic show—it’s an unforgettable spectacle right on the boardwalk.
🎟 FREE Extreme Magic Show featuring Eric Wilzig
Shows at 7pm & 8pm on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel
🎩 Fun, thrills, and surprises for the whole family
Don’t miss this high-energy magical adventure—prepare to be wowed! ✨🎢

Wildlife Animal Show
2026-08-05 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-12 16:00 - 17:00
Get ready for a wild adventure at Casino Pier! 🐾🌊
Join us for an exciting FREE Wildlife Animal Show that brings you up close and personal with amazing animals from snakes to frogs to gators! This interactive experience is perfect for families and animal lovers of all ages!
During the show, you’ll learn fascinating facts about each animal — where they live, what they eat, and what makes them unique. Our knowledgeable animal handlers will guide you through an engaging, hands-on presentation that’s both educational and entertaining.
Best of all, guests will have the opportunity to safely pet and interact with select animals, creating unforgettable memories right on the boardwalk. It’s a rare chance to connect with wildlife while enjoying all the fun the pier has to offer.
📍 Show at 4pm on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel
Don’t miss this free wild and wonderful experience — fun, learning, and a little adventure await! 🐍🦜

Waterpark Foam Party
2026-08-05 17:00 - 19:00
Get ready to bubble up the fun at our Foam Party during Family Fun Nights at Breakwater Beach Waterpark! 🫧🌊
Dive into an evening packed with music, laughter, and mountains of foam as we turn up the excitement in the park. Dance, splash, and play as foam cannons fill the air, creating the ultimate family-friendly party atmosphere in the middle of all the waterpark action.
Make it a full night of fun with our special $20 admission from 5PM–7PM, giving you the perfect chance to cool off, join the party, and enjoy your favorite slides and attractions at an unbeatable price.
Special discounted drinks at Tradewinds Bar for the adults too!
Waterpark Open Late ’til 8! Stick around after for fireworks at 9:30pm!
Bring the whole crew, wear your brightest smiles, and get ready for a night of foamy, splashy fun you won’t forget! 🎶💦

Family Fun Nights
2026-08-05 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-12 17:00 - 20:00
Turn up the fun and make a splash at Family Fun Nights at Breakwater Beach Waterpark!
The party doesn’t stop when the sun starts to set—we’re open late til 8, so you can slide, splash, and soak up every last drop of summer fun until 8PM!
A live DJ keeps the energy highThrilling slides & attractions open latePerfect night out for the whole family
Special Evening Deal:Just $20 admission from 5–7PM (admission ends at 7PM)
PLUS on select dates:
July 15, July 29 & August 5: FOAM PARTY!
Bring the family, grab your crew, and dive into a night full of music, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Breakwater Beach!
*weather permitting

T-Rex Dino-Mite Show
2026-08-06 18:30 - 20:00
Get ready for a ROAR-some adventure at Casino Pier with the T-Rex Dino-Mite Show
Step back in time and come face-to-face with the king of the dinosaurs! This interactive, family-friendly show brings prehistoric excitement to life with life-sized dinosaurs and fun educational facts that kids (and adults!) will love. From stomping T-Rexes to daring dino encounters, the action is nonstop and perfectly sized for young paleontologists.
Meet, learn about, and even pose with these incredible creatures as the show combines entertainment, education, and a healthy dose of dinosaur-sized fun. It’s an unforgettable experience that makes the pier roar with excitement!
FREE Shows at 6:30pm & 7:30pm on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel🦖 Fun, interactive, and perfect for the whole family
Bring your dino-loving crew for a prehistoric adventure you won’t want to miss! 🌊✨

Princess Fridays & Face Painting
2026-08-07 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-21 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-28 16:00 - 17:00
Feel the magic every week at Princess Fridays at Casino Pier! 👑✨
Gather your little royals for a fairy-tale experience filled with FREE sing-a-longs featuring their favorite princesses. Kids can sing their hearts out to beloved songs, dance along, and be part of an interactive show that brings classic storybook moments to life right on the pier.
After the performance, the enchantment continues with a special meet & greet and photo opportunity PLUS FREE Face Painting. Snap priceless pictures, share hugs and high-fives, and create magical memories your family will treasure long after the music ends.
It’s the perfect way to add a little sparkle to your Friday — crowns encouraged, smiles guaranteed! 🎶📸
Princess Concerts located on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel
4pm Show Time, singing followed by Photos
3pm-4:30pm Face Painting next to the Stage
July 10th: Island Princess & Mermaid Princess
July 17th: SPECIAL Princess on the Pier Party with FREE Hair Braiding, Glitter Make Up + Ice Sisters, Enchanted Princess & Glass Slipper Princess 2pm-4pm
July 24: Christmas in July with Ice Sisters
July 31: Sleeping Princess & Forbidden Apple Princess
August 7: Agrabah Princess & Tower Princess
August 14: SPECIAL Princess on the Pier Party with FREE Hair Braiding, Glitter Make Up + Island Princess, Mermaid Princess, Enchanted Princess & Glass Slipper Princess 2pm-4pm
August 21: Glass Slipper Princess & Tower Princess
August 28: Ice Sisters

Character Meet & Greet Mondays
2026-08-10 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-17 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-08-31 14:00 - 16:00
Mondays just got more magical at Casino Pier! ✨🎡
Join us for Character Meet & Greet Mondays, where your favorite characters step off the screen and onto the pier for an unforgettable day of fun. Bring the whole family to snap FREE photos, and create memories that will last long after the rides stop spinning.
Little ones can also enjoy FREE face painting, transforming into their favorite characters, animals, or colorful creations before heading off to explore the pier. It’s the perfect way to kick off the week — smiles, laughter, and plenty of picture-perfect moments by the shore.
Come early, bring your camera, and get ready for a Monday filled with magic on the pier! 🎠📸
Character Meet & Greets located by the Ferris Wheel, 2pm-4pm
Face Painting located by the Arcade Doors near Surf Stop & Go, 2pm-4pm
June 29: Toy Cowboy, Toy Ranger & Cowgirl
July 6: Yellow Guys
July 13: Island Princess & Island DemiGod
July 20: Hedgehogs
July 27: Spider Heroes
August 3: Safari Mr & Mrs Mouse
August 10: Pink Patrol Pup & Blue Patrol Pup
August 17: Australian Pups
August 24: Hawaiian Girl & Blue Alien
August 31: Turtles
PLUS Mondays are HALF OFF Rides from 1pm-6pm
Credits are HALF priced AT the Rides. Excludes Go-Karts, Skyscraper, Sky Ride & SkyCoaster
PLUS Mondays are HALF OFF Pizzas from 1pm-6pmCheese Pizza Slices & Cheese Pizza Pies!

Superhero Splash
2026-08-13 11:00 - 13:00
Suit up for a splashing good time at Breakwater Beach Waterpark! 💦🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️
It’s Super Hero Day, and your favorite heroes are making waves at the waterpark! Join us for an action-packed day filled with water slides, splash zones, and special meet-and-greet opportunities with legendary superheroes.
Strike a pose, snap photos, and meet your heroes up close as they make special appearances throughout the park. Whether you’re conquering the slides or relaxing in the lazy river, there’s heroic fun around every corner.
Grab your capes, bring your crew, and dive into a super-powered day of fun you won’t want to miss! 💥🌊
11am-1pm at the Waterpark
Meet & Greets throughout the Park
SPECIAL OFFER: Wear your favorite super hero attire to the waterpark and receive a BOGO Admission (offer valid until 1pm)

Princess Party on the Pier
2026-08-14 14:00 - 16:00
Step into a real-life fairy tale at the Princess Party on the Pier at Casino Pier! 👑✨
Bring your little princes and princesses for an unforgettable royal celebration featuring FOUR special princesses (Island Princess, Mermaid Princess, Enchanted Rose Princess & Glass Slipper Princess) ready to sing, dance, and sparkle the day away. Families can enjoy magical sing-a-longs filled with favorite songs, interactive moments, and plenty of storybook charm right on the pier.
The enchantment continues with a royal meet & greet and photo opportunities, plus FREE hair braiding and glitter makeup AND Face Painting to complete every princess look. From shimmering styles to pixie-dusted sparkle, it’s the ultimate glam experience fit for royalty.
Crowns are welcome, smiles are guaranteed, and magical memories await at this one-of-a-kind Princess Party on the Pier! 🎶💖📸
Princess Party will be on the Pier Stage near the Ferris Wheel
The Party will start with a Sing-a-Long, followed by Photos and another Sing-a-Long before the party ends.
FREE Hair Braiding & Glitter Makeup and Face Painting will be located next to the stage and is limited to kids and the lines will end at 3:30pm

Mermazing Mermaid Sing-a-Long
2026-08-18 11:00 - 12:00
Make waves with the Mermazing Mermaid Sing-A-Long at Breakwater Beach Waterpark! 🧜‍♀️🎶🌊
Dive into a day of splashes and song as real-life mermaids bring their voices — and their sparkle — to the waterpark. Gather around for an interactive sing-a-long filled with favorite under-the-sea tunes, clappable moments, and plenty of audience participation that will have little ocean lovers singing at the top of their lungs.
Between verses, guests can swim, play, and cool off while mermaids mingle by the Waterfalls, posing for photos and sharing magical smiles. After the sing-a-long, families are invited to a special meet & greet, where kids can meet their finned friends up close and capture mer-mazing photo memories.
Grab your swimsuits, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready for a fintastic day of music, magic, and waterpark fun! 🐚✨
Mermaid Meet & Greets, 11am-12pm
Near Lighthouse Cove (Toddler Area)
Tuesday, July 7th
Tuesday, August 4th
Mermaid Sing-a-Longs, 11am-12pm
By the Waterfalls (Near Hot Tubs)
Tuesday, July 21st
Tuesday, August 18th

Superhero Night
2026-08-18 18:00 - 20:00
Heroes assemble at Casino Pier for an action-packed Superhero Night on the Pier! 🦸‍♂️✨
Get ready for a day filled with excitement, adventure, and larger-than-life fun as your favorite superheroes make special appearances at the pier. Guests of all ages can enjoy meet-and-greet opportunities, snap epic photos, and share high-fives with their heroes.
Plus, transform into a hero yourself with superhero-themed face painting! Choose your colors, strike your best heroic pose, and show off your super style as you explore the rides and attractions.
From thrilling rides to heroic encounters, it’s a day of power-packed fun the whole family will love.
6pm-8pm on the Pier Stage
FREE Face Painting next to the stage
Don your cape and join us for a super night at the shore! 💥🌊
Plus it’s Eat, Putt & Play from 6pm-11pm! $33 for a 2-Hr Ride Wristband, Slice of Cheese Pizza, Medium Fountain Drink & Wacky Rooftop Golf Admission!

Pyroxotic Hoop & Flame
2026-08-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-20 19:30 - 21:00
Get ready for a dazzling display of light and fire at Casino Pier with the Pyroxotic LED Hula Hoop & Fire Show! 🔥💫
Experience the magic as talented performers light up the night with glowing LED hula hoops, spinning and twirling in mesmerizing patterns. As the sun sets, the excitement ignites even further with a spectacular fire performance, combining precision, skill, and jaw-dropping stunts.
This show is a feast for the eyes — perfect for families, thrill-seekers, and anyone who loves a little spectacle. From hypnotic LED movements to daring fire tricks, every moment is packed with energy, rhythm, and unforgettable visual effects.
Kids will love to try the LED Hula Hoops following the show!
FREE Shows at 7:30pm & 8:30pm on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel
✨ Family-friendly thrills, mesmerizing visuals, and fiery excitement
Don’t miss this electrifying, high-energy performance — it’s a light-and-fire experience you’ll remember long after the pier lights dim!

Denise Whalen Carey Crab Race
2026-08-22 17:00
Artificial plastic crabs are released from Patriot’s Plunge into the Revolutionary River at Breakwater Beach Waterpark in a race to benefit Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in honor of our former employee, Denise Whalen Carey.
Denise Whalen Carey was a former manager at Breakwater Beach who lost her battle of cancer.
She put her heart into the events and birthday parties at the park. She is terribly missed and we are now honoring her in our annual Crab Race.
You can purchase your “crab” for only $5 starting August 1st. You can purchase your crabs at the admission windows at the Waterpark Entrance.
Crabs may be purchased online for $5.50 per crab. The winning crab gets $100 and a 10 all-day passes to Breakwater Beach for the 2027 season. A lot of other prizes will be awarded to the first 100 crabs who win the race.
Proceeds from the event go directly to Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in hopes of finding a cure for Cancer.
You do not need to be present at the event to win a prize; you can still make the donation for the crab entry.
Please note: your donation does not include admission to the park

Teacher Appreciation Day
2026-08-25 10:00 - 18:00
Celebrate the heroes of the classroom at Casino Pier with Teacher Appreciation Day! 🍎🎢
This special day is our way of saying thank you to all the amazing educators who inspire, guide, and shape young minds every day. Teachers get to enjoy free rides on the pier and free waterpark admission as a token of our appreciation, while families can join in the fun and show their gratitude.
From thrilling slides to classic boardwalk attractions, it’s the perfect way for teachers to unwind, have fun, and make lasting memories before school starts. Bring the whole family and help us honor the incredible work teachers do all year long.
🎟 Teachers receive a FREE Ride & Slide Admission (with valid Teacher’s ID)*Wristband excludes Go-Karts, Skyscraper, Sky Ride & SkyCoaster
*Both Ride Wristband & Waterpark Admission have to be used that day. Only valid August 25, 2026
Weather permitting

Cirque-Tacular
2026-08-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-27 19:00 - 21:00
Prepare to be amazed at Casino Pier with Cirque-Tacular — a spectacular acrobatic show that brings the magic of the circus to the pier! 🤸‍♂️✨
This high-energy performance combines ground-breaking stunts and breathtaking aerial feats, showcasing the skill, strength, and artistry of world-class performers. From daring flips and gravity-defying aerial routines to mesmerizing choreography on the pier, every moment of Cirque-Tacular is designed to thrill and inspire audiences of all ages.
Perfect for families and thrill-seekers alike, this show blends artistry, athleticism, and excitement in a way you won’t see anywhere else on the Jersey Shore. It’s a must-see experience for anyone looking for fun, wonder, and jaw-dropping entertainment.
Free Shows at 7pm & 8pm on the Pier Stage by the Ferris Wheel
Don’t miss this awe-inspiring performance — the pier becomes your stage, and the sky is the limit!

Pups & Pints
2026-09-27 12:00 - 17:00
Get ready to unleash the fun at Pups & Pints at Casino Pier — the ulti-mutt dog day on the amusement pier!
Bring your four-legged best friend for a tail-wagging celebration packed with treats, thrills, and tasty sips. Stroll the boards, snap adorable photos, and treat your pup to a delicious doggie sundae made just for them. Feeling adventurous? Hop on the carousel for special dog-friendly rides and make memories that will have tails spinning with joy.
While the pups indulge, humans can kick back and enjoy $4 domestic pints as you soak in the ocean breeze and lively pier atmosphere. It’s the perfect way to spend the day with your furry family member — sunshine, sweet treats, classic rides, and cold drinks all in one paw-some event.
Leashes on, tails up — we’ll see you and your pup on the pier!

Our Dog Day will be held from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Enjoy Carousel Rides with your pup *only on the chariot*
$4 Domestic Pints at Pier Pub, Surf Bar & Waves Bar
Special $29 Unlimited Ride Wristband! (Excludes Go-Karts, Skyscraper, Sky Ride & SkyCoaster)
$3 Doggy Sundaes at Mrs. C’s Waffles & Ice Cream
Remember to adhere to guidelines, including ensuring well-behaved dogs, cleaning up after them, and utilizing the designated doggie restrooms located near the Pier Pub.

Sirens & Smiles
2026-10-04 12:00 - 14:00
Dive into a day of fun and community at Casino Pier with Sirens & Smiles! 🚒🚓🎨
This family-friendly event brings excitement for kids of all ages with a mix of hands-on activities and playful learning. Explore and touch real first responders vehicles right outside the arcade, meet first responder characters up close, pet the cutest farm animals at our Petting Zoo and celebrate the heroes who keep our community safe. Add some sparkle with fun-themed face painting, and enjoy rides, laughter, and smiles all day long.
It’s a perfect combination of education, interaction, and pure boardwalk fun — a day where kids can learn, play, and feel like heroes themselves!
FREE Touch a Truck, Meet & Greet First Responder Characters, Face Painting & Fun located outside the Arcade, 12pm-2pm
FREE Petting Zoo on the Midway, 12pm-2pm
$1 Casino Pier Fire Truck Hats for the kids!
✨ Family-friendly entertainment for all ages
