Protecting our ocean takes a community of environmental stewards!

Throughout the year, Clean Ocean Action hosts fundraising events across New Jersey's coastal communities that bring together ocean advocates, families, businesses, educators, and environmental leaders. These gatherings celebrate the places we love, raise support for our work, and inspire action through education, connection, and fun.

Whether you're cheering on surfers at Surf Open, playing eco-games at Eco-Fest, honoring ocean champions our annual gala, or making memories with the family at Waves of Wonder, every event helps build a stronger movement for clean water and healthy coastlines!

Join us and become part of the story. Click here to view our event calendar.

Upcoming Events

Harvest Hope for the Ocean - October 1st

Save the date for our annual Fall Gala! 

This autumn SEAson, celebrate the gifts of the ocean and those who defend it! Enjoy live music by The Haven, the famous Lusty Lobster Raw Bar, a sumptuous dinner buffet, 3-hour open bar, and a silent auction, as we honor true-blue ocean heroes. Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities open June 30. Call COA at 732-872-0111. Reservations open July 15 and are LIMITED. 

Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026

Place: The Riverhouse, Rumson Country Club (163 Rumson Rd, Rumson, NJ 07760)

Time: 5:30 - 9:30 PM 

Past Events