• Where is Lakewood located?
    • Lakewood is the largest town in Ocean County, situated about 60-70 miles from both Philadelphia and New York City.
  • What historic attractions can visitors see in Lakewood?
    • Lakewood was once a popular playground for the rich and famous.
    • Notable historic attractions include:
      • Ocean County Park – The former setting of the Rockefeller Mansion.
      • The 19th-century winter home of George Jay Gould.
  • What is The Strand Theatre?
    • The Strand Theatre was once a popular entertainment venue in Lakewood.
    • Today, visitors can still enjoy its renovated acoustics and performances.
  • What outdoor activities are available in Lakewood?

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1. The Strand Theatre

The Strand Theatre

© The Strand Theatre

Your visit to Ocean County would be incomplete without attending a show or concert at the famous Strand Theatre in historic downtown Lakewood. The theatre dates back to the early 1900’s and first opened its doors in 1922. At that time Lakewood attracted many rich and influential visitors and The Strand was an immediate hit. Since those days the theatre has seen many renovations and innovations, including a huge restoration project in 2000. Today the theatre operates as a Non-Profit venture and is the premier entertainment venue in Ocean County, producing music concerts, dance, theatre, comedy and holiday theatre camps for children.

The Strand Theatre for the Arts, 400 Clifton Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701, Phone: 732-367-7789

2. Shore Shot Pistol Range

Shore Shot Pistol Range

© Shore Shot Pistol Range

The Shore Shot Pistol Range is your go-to New Jersey facility for everything to do with shooting. Recreational hunters are welcome to come to the range to hone their skills and stock up with suitable weapons and ammunition for the hunting season. If you would just like to learn how to handle a pistol (or other firearm) you can sign up for their NRA Basic Firearms Training course where you will learn all about gun safety and the correct way to handle a firearm, using blank ammunition. The indoor range has 12 shooting stalls and you can position your target anywhere from 5 to 25 yards away.

Shore Shot Pistol Range, 730 Airport Rd, Lakewood, NJ 08701, Phone: 732-905-6888

3. Icarus Brewing

Icarus Brewing

© Icarus Brewing

Icarus Brewing is the first microbrewery to be established in Lakewood. Owner/founder Jason and his team have set out to provide the finest artisanal craft beers in New Jersey together with a welcoming taproom where you can sample their products and meet up with like-minded beer enthusiasts. On the menu you will find a rotating collection of at least 20 finely-tuned beer varieties which include several IPA’s, American Pale Ales, Stouts, Sours and much more. Their convivial taproom/bar is open daily for tastings and in-store purchases to enjoy at home. There is usually a food truck outside on the weekends so that you can enjoy a great meal alongside your favorite beers.

Icarus Brewing, 1790 Swarthmore Avenue, Unit 3 Lot 2, Lakewood, NJ 08701

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