Culinary Events

In partnership with Cape May’s world-famous restaurant community, Cape May MAC offers some unique dining experiences. Entertain yourself with a Murder Mystery Dinner or Brunch & Bingo event. It’s all here to make your visit memorable — and tasty!

CAPE MAY WINE TRAILS

People in a room with wine barrels

Discover the delicious wines of Cape May County with a relaxing, trolley-led vineyard and winery tour. Board the Cape May MAC trolley at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and journey to Jessie Creek Winery and Briganti by the Bay. Included is lunch provided by The Cheese Shop, with a selection of meats, cheeses, dips, crackers and dessert. Wine is available for purchase. This event is open to adults ages 21 and over.

CHANNELING DINNER

Multiple Dates
Inn of Cape May

Enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner at the Inn of Cape May followed by a two-hour channeling session with Medium Craig McManus. McManus will read the energies in the room and channel messages from the spirits of departed family and friends. While he does not read everyone present and cannot control where messages come through, he will bring through as many messages from spirits as possible during the two-hour channeling. Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St.

This event is not recommended for people under the age of 16. No refunds within 14 days of the event.  

CAPE MAY BEER TRAILS

TWO HANDS HOLDING BEERS AND CLANKING THEM TOGETHER FOR A CHEERS AT A FESTIVAL IN CAPE MAY

Cape May County is home to outstanding breweries! Relax on board our Cape May MAC trolley with no worries as we visit four local breweries: Cape May Brewing Co., Behr Brewing, Cold Spring Brewery and Gusto Brewing Co. Lunch is included at Cold Spring Grange Restaurant. Beverages are purchased separately. This tour is for adults ages 21 and over.

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BRUNCH & BINGO AT BELLA VIDA

Scrambled eggs, sausage and toast plated on a table next to a bingo card for cape may macs Brunch & Bingo at the beach event.

Multiple Dates
Bella Vida Garden Cafe

Laugh along with your friends as you play a little bingo, compete for prizes and enjoy a fashion show by Lace Silhouettes/Cotton Company. It’s all over a scrumptious breakfast at Bella Vida Garden Cafe, 406 Broadway, West Cape May. Advance reservation required.

BRUNCH & BINGO AT THE MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE

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Multiple Dates
Marquis De Lafayette

Laugh along with your friends as you play a little bingo, compete for prizes and enjoy a fashion show by Lace Silhouettes/Cotton Company. It’s all over a scrumptious breakfast buffet  in the Ocean Room at the Marquis de Lafayette Hotel, 501 Beach Ave., Cape May.

BRUNCH & BINGO AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY

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Multiple Dates
Inn of Cape May

Laugh along with your friends as you play a little bingo, compete for prizes and enjoy a fashion show by Lace Silhouettes/Cotton Company. It’s all over a scrumptious breakfast buffet at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St., Cape May.

HARVEST BREW FEST

four women holding beer at the cape may mac harvest brew fest

September 19, 2026

Enjoy craft beers  and celebrate South Jersey during this all-day festival that celebrates all things local! Enjoy local food vendors, local artisans, local craft beers and local musical talent. This event is FREE to attend. Varying costs for food, beer, and crafts vendors.

Presented by Cape May MAC, this fun fall event helps supports Cape May MAC’s Museum Education programs.

MURDER MYSTERY DINNERS

The Woeful Widows Society

Enjoy a three-course dinner in the Marquis de Lafayette as an original murder mystery by Jacky Fazio artfully unfolds around you, in “The Woeful Widows Society” By all accounts, these women should not be friends. With members spanning different generations and social classes, they appear to have very little in common. That is, except for the suspicious tragedy that claimed the lives of all of their husbands. While the officials have labeled it an accident, these ladies are not so sure. As they work together to solve the mystery, the truth they uncover will put them all in jeopardy.  Limited event. Advance purchase required. 

*September 16th & October 21st will be at the Chalfonte Hotel.