June 22, 2026

Belmar

🌊 Belmar

A classic Jersey Shore town with sun, surf, nightlife, and nonstop energy.

Belmar delivers everything people love about the Jersey Shore — a mile‑long stretch of soft sand, steady surf, and a lively boardwalk that buzzes from morning to night. It’s a beach town that blends family‑friendly fun with a youthful, high‑energy vibe, surrounded by great food, shops, and services.

🎟️ Beach Badges (2026 Season)

Belmar requires beach badges for all visitors during the summer season.

Badge Pickup at Taylor Pavilion

Beginning May 16, 2026, you can pick up pre‑purchased badges at Taylor Pavilion.

Hours of Operation:

  • Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday: 9 AM – 6 PM

  • Memorial Day: 9 AM – 6 PM

  • June 12 – Labor Day:

    • Weekdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

    • Weekends: 9 AM – 6 PM

Cashless Badge Booths

All beach badge booths on the Belmar Boardwalk are cashless. Credit and debit cards only are accepted at all entrances.

Badge Hours

Badges are required for beach access:

  • Weekdays: 9 AM – 5 PM

  • Fri–Sun & Holidays: 9 AM – 6 PM

Badge Fees

  • Daily Badge: $12

    • Children 13 and under are free

  • Seasonal Badge: $80

  • Senior/Disability Badge: $32

    • Valid ID required

  • ALL United States Veterans get on the beach for FREE by showing an ID that identifies them as a veteran. Veteran only, family not included.

  • No refunds

Daily badges must be ordered on your phone before approaching the booth. Show your QR code to the attendant to receive your wristband.

Parking

Metered parking along the boardwalk is $2 per hour. Use the ParkMobile App to pay.

Handicapped accessible parking spaces are located along the boardwalk, closest to each beach entrance.

Handicap parking is free in handicap parking spaces only as long as the handicap placard is visible or if you have a handicapped license plate

 

🏖️ A Beach Made for Summer

Belmar’s wide, clean beaches are the heart of the experience. Sunbathers stretch out along the shoreline, surfers paddle into steady breaks, and families enjoy some of the most colorful beach playgrounds in New Jersey, spaced every few blocks.

Several stretches of the beach are set aside for boogie boarding, kayaking, and surfing, and the popular 3rd Avenue Surf Camp gives kids and beginners a fun, confidence‑building way to learn the basics. Volleyball poles are also set up on select beaches for those who enjoy a little friendly competition on the sand.

Boogie boarding is permitted at 7th, 14th, and 20th Avenues, while surfboards are allowed at 17th and 18th Avenues.

Belmar’s commitment to clean, safe, and welcoming beaches has earned it top honors — including #1 Beach in Central Jersey and #6 in New Jersey in the Top Ten Beaches Competition.

🌙 Nightlife & After‑Dark Fun

When the sun goes down, Belmar’s social scene lights up. The town draws a youthful crowd that spends the day on the sand and the night enjoying its legendary nightlife.

Two of the Shore’s most iconic hotspots are right here:

  • D’Jais — a Belmar institution known for music, dancing, and summer‑night energy

  • Bar Anticipation (Lake Como) — one of the largest and most popular nightlife venues at the Shore

Warm summer nights bring locals, visitors, and seasonal regulars together for unforgettable evenings.

⚓ Marinas, Fishing & Water Adventures

Belmar’s marinas are a hub for fishermen, boaters, and anyone who loves being on the water. Charter boats head out daily for deep‑sea fishing, while kayakers and paddleboarders explore calmer waters nearby.

The town also hosts the long‑running Belmar Pro, one of the East Coast’s premier surfing competitions, drawing amateur and professional surfers from around the world.

🚶 Boardwalk Strolls & Ocean Views

Belmar’s boardwalk is perfect for a morning jog, an afternoon walk, or a sunset stroll. With sweeping ocean views and plenty of places to relax, it’s a favorite spot for people‑watching and soaking in the Shore’s natural beauty.