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Santa Is Coming to Naval Air Station Wildwood

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Santa Is Coming to Naval Air Station Wildwood

Forget sleigh bells in the snow. At the Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum, Christmas cheer comes with flip-flops, palm trees, and historic fighter jets.

On Friday, July 25th, NASW invites locals and visitors alike to its annual Christmas in July celebration inside the museum’s festively decorated Hangar #1 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. (Cape May Airport, Lower Township, NJ)

This unique holiday-meets-summer event transforms the historic World War II-era hangar into a tropical winter wonderland, complete with Santa Claus himself.

Santa’s Summer Stopover

Santa will be on-site from 10 AM to 2 PM for meet-and-greets and photo ops. While his reindeer are enjoying some well-earned R&R, his sleigh will still be making an appearance, parked for the day as a static display.

In a fun twist, organizers are calling it the fastest aircraft in the museum, even outpacing NASW’s famed F-14B Tomcat, at least in Christmas spirit.

A Festive Lineup of Activities

Visitors can enjoy a full day of entertainment and activities, including:

  • Live music from local favorite Kelsey Brown (12 PM to 4 PM)
  • Free face painting for kids and families (11 AM to 3 PM)
  • Themed photo opportunities perfect for this year’s holiday card

Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion, including Hawaiian shirts, Santa hats, and beachy Christmas attire.

History Meets Holiday Fun

While taking in the festivities, guests will also have the chance to view The Longest Yarn, a breathtaking 265-foot wool tapestry that honors the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

Created by hundreds of volunteers from around the globe, this international traveling exhibit will remain on display through Labor Day.

Also See: North Wildwood’s Christmas in July” 2025 Event List – Surfing Santas

To top it off, NASW has opened Victory Scoops, a brand-new ice cream parlor serving up sweet treats to help visitors cool off after a day of fun.

Museum Admission and Details

“Christmas in July” is included with regular museum admission and is free for all NASW members. It’s a perfect event for families, history buffs, and anyone looking to experience the holidays in a whole new light.

A group of people interacting around a large industrial machine inside a warehouse.The Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum is located inside Hangar #1 at Cape May Airport, a former World War II dive-bomber training center.

The museum honors the 42 aviators who lost their lives during training missions between 1943 and 1945 and features dozens of historic aircraft, interactive exhibits, and educational displays. The museum is open daily from 10 AM to 4 PM.

This event is made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Cape May County Division of Culture and Heritage.

Whether you’re craving a bit of holiday nostalgia or just want to experience Christmas with a coastal twist, Christmas in July at NASW Aviation Museum promises sunshine, history, and holiday joy, Santa approved.