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Spend Mother's Day at Cape May Winery: a relaxed brunch with live music, coastal breeze, and a menu that ranges from Avocado Toast to Crab Cake Benny. Open 10AM–2PM (grounds until 5PM) with food ordered at the tapas window and wine by the glass.
Spend Mother's Day at Cape May Winery: a relaxed brunch with live music, coastal breeze, and a menu that ranges from Avocado Toast to Crab Cake Benny. Open 10AM–2PM (grounds until 5PM) with food ordered at the tapas window and wine by the glass.
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At Cape May Winery, Mother's Day becomes a sunlit afternoon of wine, music, and a carefully composed brunch menu. Located in Cape May, New Jersey, United States, this winery sits near the southern tip of the Cape May Peninsula and acts as a welcoming counterpoint to the town's Victorian streets and coastal dunes. On Sunday, May 11 from 10AM to 2PM, the winery invites families to celebrate with a special brunch service; the grounds remain open until 5PM for wine and tapas.
The event is centered at the Host Station at the Cape May Winery, where guests check in before choosing a place to settle on the lawn or among picnic tables. Food is ordered at the tapas window and wine bar—there is no table service—so gatherings can flow between plates and glasses: Avocado Toast; a Shrimp, shiitake and Gruyère Quiche Tartlette; Brioche French Toast with berries and candied walnuts; a decadent Crab Cake Benny with lobster hollandaise and King Caviar Farm caviar; Spanish Skillet with chorizo and black beans; plus Salmon Toast and house-cured smoked bacon.
What makes this Mother's Day special here is the combination of approachable vineyard character and Cape May’s coastal setting. Vines and rows of grapevines meet maritime air; nearby sand dunes and salt marshes shape the microclimate, and the town is a known stop on spring bird migration routes, so expect song and shorebirds drifting overhead. Live music from Gordon Vincent and Joseph Ryan provides a laid-back soundtrack that keeps conversation lively without overpowering the landscape.
Practical notes: check in at the Host Station at the Cape May Winery on arrival; order at the tapas window and wine bar; the event runs 10AM–2PM and the grounds stay open until 5PM for wine service. This setup is ideal for multi-generational groups—there are choices that range from light and fresh to indulgent—so timing your arrival mid-morning keeps lines shorter.
Bring layered clothing for ocean breezes and a camera for candid family portraits against the vines. Children are welcome; menus include kid-friendly options—check age policies with staff. For a quieter visit, arrive early for a spot near the tasting bar; later afternoons shift toward casual wine-and-tapas service. Cape May Winery hosts seasonal events, so consider making Mother's Day part of a longer weekend that explores the town's historic homes, birding walks, beaches and local seafood.
easy.
2–5 hours.
Minimal fitness required—this is a relaxed, seated winery event suitable for most visitors.
Check-in begins at the Host Station; the Mother's Day Brunch runs 10AM–2PM while the grounds remain open until 5PM—arriving soon after 10AM helps avoid service lines.
No—there is no table service. Guests order food and wine at the tapas window and wine bar and return to their table or lawn spot.
Yes, children are welcome. Menus include items that suit younger tastes, but check age policies with staff if you have specific questions.
Follow check-in procedures at the Host Station on arrival; specific reservation policies should be confirmed directly with the winery.
Cape May Winery provides on-site parking; arrive early during special events for the most convenient spots.
The brunch menu includes diverse items—notify staff at the tapas window about allergies or dietary needs and they will advise on available options.
Cape May is one of America’s oldest seaside resort towns, with Victorian architecture and a long tradition of coastal recreation.
Respect dune areas and marked paths; pack out trash and avoid disturbing nesting birds during spring migration to protect local habitats.
Cape May Winery & Vineyard is a family-friendly winery and vineyard located in Cape May County, New Jersey, offering a mix of tastings, tours, and seasonal events that showcase locally produced wines. The venue operates a production facility and Port Cellar used for intimate and educational experiences, and hosts semi-private group tables and walk-up wine bar service for social gatherings. Available experiences include large-group tables (up to 12 guests), 90-minute semi-private tastings, an exclusive Winemaker Tour limited to 18 guests, educational wine tastings, and seasonal Grill Nights featuring live music and chef-driven menus. Many experiences include a keepsake glass — Riedel stemware for select tours and a CMW stemless glass for group tastings — and some special events offer accessibility accommodations such as scheduled ASL interpretation. Bookings run seasonally, with specific large-group offerings available April through October and alternate scheduling November through March. The winery emphasizes small-group capacity limits, guided tastings led by winemakers, and transparent information about inclusions to help groups plan celebrations, corporate outings, and private gatherings. Menus feature tapas and grilled seafood and steak pairings created by the onsite chef for summer events. Past pop-up dinners have sold out, demonstrating strong local demand and community support. Onsite staff provide knowledgeable guidance, and tangible inclusions like keepsake glassware and curated pairings underscore the winery's commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, and lasting memories.
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