Patrick Mulranen
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce will be behind the bar again Wednesday at the Ocean Drive Bar & Restaurant in Sea Isle City.
Kelce's event is set for 4 to 8 p.m. and proceeds will benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation via Kelce’s Team 62. Tickets are $10 at the door, and are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Last summer, Kelce's appearance raised $865,000, including more than $150,000 before it even opened to the public. His fundraiser raised $500,000 in 2023.
The event grows larger each summer, and the seven-time Pro Bowler has raised more than $1.4 million for the Eagles Autism Foundation since 2021.
This year's event will be two days, like last summer.
Wednesday’s activities will begin with a family-friendly Eagles takeover from noon to 3 p.m. at Excursion Park, which is located at JFK Boulevard and Pleasure Avenue. This part of the fundraiser is open to families for a $25 donation. The takeover will include multiple activities, including mini football, cheerleading and drumline clinics.
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Afterward, people 21 and older can head to the Ocean Drive bar for Kelce’s bartending event from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Kelce and surprised guests will be behind the bar.
Typically, Kelce’s appearance attracts other Eagles and notable athletes. Connor Barwin, Trent Cole, Ron Jaworski, Fletcher Cox, Brandon Graham, Jake Elliott, Dallas Goedert, Avonte Maddox, Sydney Brown, Beau Allen and Todd Herremans are some of the former and current players who have helped at Kelce's event in recents years. Swoop, the Eagles' mascot, and team cheerleaders will also attend the fundraiser.
The Ocean Drive event features raffles, auctions, autographed items and other Eagles merchandise that benefits Jason Kelce’s Team 62, which is one of the many organizations that raise funds and awareness for the autism foundation.
Kelce will then host the third annual New Heights Beer Bowl from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday at the Sea Isle City Yacht Club. Tickets are sold out for this event. 94 WIP will have a live show at the same location.
Kelce did not know much about autism until he met his wife, Kylie, who works with special needs children. Through the Eagles Autism Foundation, the cause has become very close to him. Eagles Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie started the foundation to help bring more awareness to those who may not fully understand the developmental disorder.
The annual Eagles Autism Challenge, which offers three cycling routes and a 5K walk or run is one of the foundation’s main events. Many other events are held each year., and the foundation has raised more than $30 million since 2018.
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While wearing a wrestling mask, retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's makes his entrance at his annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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Eagles #4 Jake Elliott carries a tray of shots at retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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Philadelphia Eagles player Avonte Maddox carries a tray of shots at Jason Kelce's annual fundraiser benefiting the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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Eagles #58 Trent Cole showed up to help out at retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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Eagles #94 Beau Allen works his way through the crowd with a tray of shots at retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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Retired Philadelphia Eagles Fletcher Cox works behind the bar at Ocean Drive. Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
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Retired Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce makes a grand entrance in a luchador mask for his annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk, Staff Photographer
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While wearing a wrestling mask, retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's works at filling orders at his annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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A scene from retired Eagles star Jason Kelce's annual bartending gig for charity at Ocean Drive and the Pour House in Sea Isle City on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Proceeds from the event benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation. Matthew Strabuk Staff Photographer
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