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When it comes to summer activities, the warm weather always brings out the best in us. So for 15 straight days, we're going to be dropping City Guides telling you the best concerts to see, outdoor activities to do, and places to eat, shop and stay with a summer focus. Last up, the Jersey Shore. With that, here's our Summer 2013 essentials along the Atlantic coast.
Jersey Shore Music Festival
The inaugural Jersey Shore Music Festival (July 20) will take place at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood, featuring hundreds of local bands and artists. So if you plan on doing one day at the Jersey Shore this summer, this is the one.
Website: thejerseyshoremusicfest.com
Anthony Hamilton
When crooner Anthony Hamilton comes through the House of Blues in Atlantic City (June 7), you know what that means: call your girl and get some tickets.
Website: anthonyhamilton.com
Drew’s Bayshore Bistro
A Jersey Shore staple serving seafood with a “New Orleans kick,” Drew’s Bayshore Bistro always has a healthy wait. But if you have the time, it’s definitely worth it.
Website: bayshorebistro.com
Mud City Crab House
People go to Mud City Crab House for the massive crab cake portions, and stay because they can’t stop eating. And don’t worry, these crabs retain all the juiciness and flavor of their smaller competitors.
Website: mudcitycrabhouse.com
Antique Auto Show
Located along the boardwalk in Sea Isle City, the 23rd annual Antique Auto Show (June 16) brings in classic cars of all makes and models for owners to show off along the promenade.
Website: sea-isle-city.nj.us
Atlantic City Airshow
The Atlantic City Airshow (June 26) has been over 10 years running, and it somehow finds a way to get bigger and better each year. Make sure to Instagram a pic of the jet fighter pilots over the boardwalk.
Website: atlanticcitynj.com
The Row
The Row, the name bestowed upon the indoor mall at Revel, features boutique shops you’d normally find in Las Vegas. Luckily for you, they have everything you’d need.
Website: revelresorts.com
Tanger Outlets
It’s not that glamorous, but sometimes you need to ball on a budget. So after finishing up at the beach, swing through the world-famous outlets in Atlantic City and pickup some new gear.
Website: tangeroutlet.com
Sandpiper Beach Club
As the oldest seashore resort community in the country, the Sandpiper Beach Club knows what they’re doing. And they do it well. With rooms located directly on the beach, you can swim and then shower as many times as you’d like.
Website: sandpipercapemay.com
Revel
Revel is Atlantic City’s newest resort/hotel/casino, and has raised the bar. Luxury rooms with ocean views are cool, but we’re more impressed with two in-house clubs that have hosted Beyoncé and Avicii.
Website: revelresorts.com