Borough of Ship Bottom

09/04/2026

The Borough of Ship Bottom will be CLOSED Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. Borough Offices will re-open Tuesday, May 8th at 9am. Enjoy your weekend.

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09/03/2026

Ship Bottom’s last Summer Concert is tonight, Thursday, September 3rd at 6:30! Come and enjoy the Triple Rail Turn a modern country band known for their high energy performances! Bring a beach chair!
Location: Waterfront Park, 10th Street and Shore Avenue (Bayfront).
Hosted by: Ship Bottom Department of Parks and Recreation Council President and Chairman Ed English, Councilman Joe Valyo, Councilwoman Mary Basile and Events Coordinator and Municipal Clerk, Kristy Correnti.

This event is supported in part by grants from the Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission and the Ocean County Board of County Commissioners.

09/01/2026

Due to schools beginning before Labor Day and a shortage of lifeguards, the following beaches will be temporarily closed today.

Friday, September 4
11th Street, 23rd Street, will not have lifeguards.
The Bay Beach will be guarded from 1:30 PM–6:00 PM.

As a reminder, 3rd Street Beach (3rd–5th Streets) and 30th Street Beach (27th–31st Streets) will remain closed for the remainder of the season.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work to provide lifeguard coverage where possible.

www.shipbottom.org

08/31/2026

If You See Something, Say Something

The fence at the Ship Bottom Bay Beach has been cut and damaged several times this summer. This damage is considered vandalism of Borough property, and the Ship Bottom Police Department has been notified.
We encourage all Ship Bottom residents and visitors to remain alert and report any suspicious activity or information regarding damage to Borough Property.
If you see something, please contact:

Ship Bottom Police Department 609-494-1518 or,

Borough Hall 609-494-2171 x112 during business hours from 9am - 4pm, Monday through Friday.

Thank you for helping us protect and maintain our Borough property and keeping Ship Bottom safe and beautiful for everyone.

www.shipbottom.org

08/27/2026

Ship Bottom’s FREE Summer Concert Tonight, August 27, at 6:30pm!
Get ready for an unforgettable night with RATED R BAND—a dynamic live band that brings far more than classic rock to the stage! Known for their powerful vocals and energetic performances, RATED R BAND delivers an exciting mix of music spanning the 1960s through today, featuring Rock, Funk, Blues, Soul, Country, and Pop.

Come out, bring your friends and family, and let’s rock the bayfront!

Location: Waterfront Park, 10th Street & Shore Avenue (“Bayfront”), Ship Bottom, NJ

Hosted by: Ship Bottom Department of Parks & Recreation
Council President and Chairman Edward English, Councilman Joe Valyo & Councilwoman Mary Basil
Events Coordinator: Municipal Clerk Kristy Correnti

This event is supported in part by grants from the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission and the Ocean County Board of County Commissioners.
For updates or cancellations, please check the Borough of Ship Bottom page or visit www.shipbottom.org

08/27/2026

The public restrooms located at Borough Hall are back in operation!

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08/26/2026

Beach Safety Advisory
Due to the shortage of Lifeguards, the following beaches will not be guarded for the remainder of the season: 3rd Street - 5th Street and 27th Street - 31st Street in Ship Bottom.
For your safety, please swim only at guarded beaches.
www.shipbottom.org

08/22/2026

08/21/2026

Beach Safety Advisory
Lifeguards are not on duty today at 3rd Street and 30th Street in Ship Bottom.
For your safety, please swim only at guarded beaches.

08/21/2026