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Jersey Shore: Family Vacation: Season 2

27 episodes Premiered Aug 23, 2018 Updated Oct 9, 2026

Jersey Shore: Family Vacation Season 2 explores new family additions, relationship drama, and attempts to relive their glory days as the cast reunites for what is presented as the biggest family vacation ever. The series features cast members such as Pauly Del Vecchio, Nicole Polizzi, Michael Sorrentino, and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro. The returning housemates, older but not necessarily wiser, continue their journey together

Previously on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation

Season 2 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • ⚡ The cast of Jersey Shore previously swore they would always do a vacation together.
  • ⚡ MTV reunited the original ruckus housemates for the series.
  • ⚡ Sammi Sweetheart Giancola is notably absent from the returning group of housemates.
  • ⚡ The participating cast members include Pauly Del Vecchio, Nicole Polizzi, Michael Sorrentino, and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro.
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Season overview

Jersey Shore: Family Vacation Season 2 explores new family additions, relationship drama, and attempts to relive their glory days as the cast reunites for what is presented as the biggest family vacation ever. The series features cast members such as Pauly Del Vecchio, Nicole Polizzi, Michael Sorrentino, and Ronnie Ortiz-Magro. The returning housemates, older but not necessarily wiser, continue their journey together with the exception of Sammi Sweetheart Giancola, who is absent from the reunion. The narrative follows the group as they navigate interpersonal dynamics, personal relationships, and new experiences during their time together on the show.

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Season 2 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 2: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes
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S2·E1 Mytharc

It's Complicated

Aug 23, 2018 · 42 min

The gang reunites in Las Vegas to meet Ronnie's baby, but no one knows what to expect when Ronnie's relationship drama gets blasted all over social media.

S2·E2 Core

Oh Canada

Aug 23, 2018 · 42 min

Vinny and Pauly meet a pair of Canadian women, Jenni calls out the roomies for bailing on her Mother's Day videos, and Ronnie's relationship drama continues to unfold.

S2·E3 Core

The Truth About Ronnie

Aug 30, 2018 · 42 min

Ronnie is pushed to the edge when the truth about his family situation comes to light, the gang wins big at the casinos, and Jen turns up unexpectedly at the suite.

S2·E4 Core

Heartbreak Hotel

Sep 6, 2018 · 42 min

Ronnie worries about his baby's well-being when he gets news about Jen, Vinny misses Pauly D while he's out of town, and Angelina shocks the roommates when she pays a visit.

S2·E5 Core

Frenemies

Sep 13, 2018 · 42 min

Angelina aggressively tries to smooth things over with Jenni, and Vinny misses Pauly so much that he carries around a cardboard cutout of him.

S2·E6 Core

The Designation

Sep 20, 2018 · 42 min

As their Las Vegas vacation nears the end, Nicole's very extra friend Joey comes for a visit, Jenni leaves the trip early, and Pauly plans a surprise.

S2·E7 Core

Four Guidos and a Baby

Sep 27, 2018 · 42 min

Nicole and Jenni try to mend their friendship, the guys go baby shopping and revisit the Ronnie and Jen warzone, and Vinny and Pauly make a serious bro-mmitment.

S2·E8 Core

Back to Seaside

Oct 4, 2018 · 42 min

Jenni and Angelina finally bury the hatchet, and the gang takes a nostalgia-filled trip back to Seaside Heights.

S2·E9 Core

Vinny and Angelina: A Love Story

Oct 11, 2018 · 42 min

Back where it all started, the roommates enjoy a night back in their original seaside house, but things get messy when Vinny and Angelina air out old dirty laundry.

S2·E10 Core

What a Drag

Oct 18, 2018 · 42 min

Ronnie makes a surprise appearance at Deena's gender reveal party, and later, everyone heads to Atlantic City for Pauly's DJ gig.

S2·E11 Core

Awkward City

Oct 25, 2018 · 42 min

In Atlantic City, the roommates do their best to support Ronnie and Jen’s relationship while celebrating at Pauly’s birthday gig, and Angelina continues to flirt with Vinny.

S2·E12 Core

Where's the Beach?

Nov 1, 2018 · 42 min

As the roommates head back to the Jersey shore, Ronnie and Nicole cut loose before everyone else arrives, and Angelina gets flirty with Vinny after a fight with her fiance.

S2·E13 Core

Staten Island Smackdown

Nov 8, 2018 · 42 min

Jenni joins Mike for his motivational speech at a rehab facility, Pauly arrives for family dinner, and Angelina pushes Vinny too far in their love-hate relationship.

S2·E14 Core

Jewish Barbie

Nov 15, 2018 · 42 min

Mike competes in a burger-eating contest, Nicole takes a pregnancy test, and history repeats itself when Ronnie gets into hot water (literally) with another woman.

S2·E15 Core

Pork Roll or Taylor Ham?

Nov 29, 2018 · 42 min

The roommates come up with an elaborate scheme to kidnap Deena and bring her to the house, while newly single Ronnie takes time to himself to come to terms with his breakup.

S2·E16 Core

Wallopin’ in Manalapan

Dec 6, 2018 · 42 min

The roommates throw a party with Slip 'N Slides, bounce castles and more, and a night out heats up when a stranger pushes Ronnie to his breaking point.

S2·E17 Core

Ronnie Magro's Series of Unfortunate Events

Dec 13, 2018 · 42 min

A call from home leaves Ronnie worried and everyone else skeptical, and the roommates help Deena honor her father's memory and fight cancer with a fundraiser.

S2·E18 Core

The United States v. The Situation, Pt. 1

Jul 11, 2019 · 42 min

As Mike prepares for both a jail sentencing and his wedding, the ladies take his fiancee Lauren to a wedding dress fitting, and Jenni shuts down discussions about her divorce.

S2·E19 Core

The United States v. The Situation, Pt. 2

Jul 11, 2019 · 42 min

Ronnie claims to have gotten into an altercation in a parking lot, and the roommates gather as Mike receives his criminal sentencing for tax evasion.

S2·E20 Core

Secaucus?!

Jul 18, 2019 · 42 min

Mike gets sentenced to eight months in prison for tax evasion, Ronnie raises eyebrows with a story about getting mugged, and the gang heads to a dude ranch.

S2·E21 Mytharc

Guido Cowboys

Jul 18, 2019 · 42 min

During a trip to upstate New York, Angelina and Deena clash over beds, Ronnie reveals that his girlfriend Jen might be pregnant, and Jenni refuses to discuss her divorce.

S2·E22 Core

Ranchelor Party

Jul 25, 2019 · 42 min

The roommates throw Mike a bachelor party, but the guys and ladies have very different kinds of entertainment in mind, and Ronnie wants Jenni to open up about her divorce.

S2·E23 Core

Not Again

Aug 1, 2019 · 42 min

Ronnie falls into a funk as his relationship drama looms over the group, the guys choreograph a dance for Mike's wedding, and Nicole prepares for The Snooki Shop's opening.

S2·E24 Core

Where's Ronnie?

Aug 1, 2019 · 42 min

Deena gets emotional at her baby shower, Mike and Lauren host their wedding rehearsal dinner, and Ronnie's personal woes create tension with the rest of the group.

S2·E25 Core

Tuxedo Time

Aug 8, 2019 · 42 min

Ahead of Mike and Lauren's wedding, Ronnie opens up to Vinny and Pauly about his relationship problems, and Jenni and Nicole help their daughters prepare for flower girl duty.

S2·E26 Mytharc

The Hitch-uation, Pt. 1

Aug 8, 2019 · 42 min

It's time for Mike and Lauren's wedding, but all eyes are on Ronnie's unpredictable girlfriend Jen when she makes the surprising decision to attend.

S2·E27 Mytharc

The Hitch-uation, Pt. 2

Aug 15, 2019 · 42 min

At Mike and Lauren's wedding reception, the guys prepare for their dance routine, Uncle Nino sends Jenn a message, and Pauly D enlists Rob Base to surprise the newlyweds.

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