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CAPE MAY, NJ - This summer, history, live music, and gourmet dining will come together on one of the most iconic seaside lawns in America. Cape May's legendary Congress Hall is teaming up with the Bay Atlantic Symphony to present the 250th Anniversary Symphony Celebration on Tuesday, July 7, 2026. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Grand Lawn overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this unforgettable outdoor concert honors a remarkable trifecta of historic milestones. Guests will gather to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, the 175th anniversary of the City of Cape May, and the 210th anniversary of Congress Hall itself, which has proudly welcomed visitors as America's First Seaside Resort since 1816.