Get ready for the tastiest weekend of the summer at Sea Pirate Campground, located just minutes from Long Beach Island, NJ! We’re thrilled to announce the return of one of our most beloved annual events—the Craft Beer Bash & Chili Cook Off—happening Saturday, June 7, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, with a whole weekend of family-friendly fun, games, and great food surrounding it.
Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast, a chili connoisseur, or simply looking for a fun, family-focused weekend getaway near the Jersey Shore, this event is a must-add to your summer calendar.
🎉 Event Highlights at a Glance
📅 Friday, June 6
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Jumping Pillow: A hit with the kids! Let them bounce their excitement into the weekend.
- 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM – Team Handball: Join us on the field by the pond for fast-paced fun.
- 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM – Hayride & Meet Kiwi: Our mascot Kiwi is back to welcome you with a smile and a hayride tour of the campground.
📅 Saturday, June 7
- 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM – Jumping Pillow: Because one session isn’t enough!
- 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Ceramics in the Treasure Room: Choose your piece and create a memory. ($1–$15)
🌶️ 🍺 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: The Main Event – Craft Beer Bash & Chili Cook Off
Join us out on the field for an afternoon filled with bold chili, ice-cold brews, and great music under the summer sun! This is where camping meets culinary celebration—with a dash of competitive fun.
🎟️ Tickets:
- $35 for Chili + Beer (21+)
- $10 for Chili Tasting Only (All ages)
🔥 Featuring Chili Creations from Local Cooks & Guests
Sample spicy, savory, and secret-recipe chilis from campers and local chefs. Vote for your favorite and help crown the 2025 Chili Champion!
🍻 Featured Craft Breweries
We’re proud to partner with some of New Jersey’s best local breweries, bringing a variety of styles from crisp lagers to hoppy IPAs and bold stouts:
- Manafirkin Brewing Co. (Manahawkin, NJ) – A true local gem, known for big flavor and small-town heart.
- Pinelands Brewing Company (Little Egg Harbor, NJ) – Brews inspired by the Pinelands National Reserve—natural, bold, and creative.
- Oyster Creek Brewing Company (Waretown, NJ) – Atomic-inspired craft beers rooted in the community.
- Icarus Brewing (Lakewood, NJ) – A rising star in NJ’s beer scene, flying high with inventive and delicious beers.
Whether you’re new to craft beer or a certified hop head, there’s something for every palate.
🎶 Live Music & Good Vibes
Enjoy the sounds of local bands and acoustic sets while you sip and savor. There’s no better backdrop for kicking back with friends and family than live tunes drifting through the summer breeze.
👨👩👧👦 Family Fun Continues:
- 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM – Jumping Pillow: Another round for the kiddos!
- 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM – Bingo in Swashbuckler’s Hall: A Sea Pirate classic. ($1 per board, cash only)
🌞 Sunday, June 8
- 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM – Sudsy Sunday Bubbles on the Field! Bubble fun for the little ones (must rinse off before re-entering the pool).
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Jumping Pillow: One last bounce before you pack up.
🏕️ Stay Where the Flavor Is: Glamping, Cabins & Pet-Friendly Comfort
Make it a weekend escape to remember by booking one of our many accommodations, from luxury glamping cottages and cozy cabins to full hookup RV sites and classic tent camping spots.
💤 Comfortable lodging options include:
- Air-conditioned cottages and cabins
- Shaded tent sites
- Spacious RV hookups
- Modern bathhouses
- Pet-friendly spaces so your four-legged friends can join the fun
🏊♀️ Plus, enjoy full access to our massive pool area with cabanas, lounge chairs, waterslides, and hot tubs.
🧒 Activities for all ages
🐾 Dog-friendly grounds & walking paths
📍 Just minutes from Long Beach Island (LBI) and the Jersey Shore
📲 Ready to Join the Fun?
Make this your favorite weekend of summer and experience the best of camping, community, and cuisine all in one.
🔗 Book your stay today at Sea Pirate Campground
📍 Get Directions on Google Maps
📸 Follow us: @seapiratecampgroundnj on Instagram
Whether you come for the beer, the chili, or the memories, this is a weekend you won’t want to miss.
Let’s raise a glass to good food, great friends, and unforgettable summer nights. 🍻
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