Ocean City Events

There's always something going on.  Ocean City has two spectacular fireworks displays on the Fourth of July, fishing tournaments (including August’s White Marlin Open--the East Coast’s largest deep sea fishing tournament), the 10 and 5 K “Run Away from Home” in the fall, the four days of Springfest in May and Sunfest in September, spring and fall classic car “cruising” weekends, the Bavarian festival, the Greek festival, the Christmas Parade, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Winterfest of Lights in November and December, are just a few of our wonderful events. Ocean City's fun and enchanting all year long.

Upcoming Events :

Flag Day
Saturday, June, 14, 2008 at 7:00 p.m.
The Town of Ocean City will observe Flag Day with a special ceremony on Saturday June 14, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at the Flag Plaza in beautifully Northside Park 127th Street & the Bay on the Flag Plaza. The Mayor of Ocean City will lead a brief program recognizing our veterans, the flag they served and, “The Pledge of Allegiance.” The Ocean City Police Department Color Guard will present the colors, as the national anthem is sung.

Art’s Alive
Saturday & Sunday, June 21 - 22, 2008
Visit Art’s Alive and discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City. The show takes place at the beautiful Northside Park complex, located at 127th Street and the Bay. Take a leisurely stroll around the deep water lagoon, chat with artists, relax over lunch and listen to relaxing music in a tranquil park setting. Children’s workshops are offered on both days. Art’s Alive includes a juried fine art show with media categories including; Ceramics, Drawing, Fiber, Furniture, Glass, Printmaking, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Sculpture and Fine Wood.

4th of July
Jamboree in the Park
Jamboree in the Park includes live entertainment and action-packed activities fun for the whole family.  Located at Northside Park, 125th Street and the Bay, Jamboree in the Park starts at 5:00 p.m. Family and children’s entertainment takes place on the fun field stage, and roaming children’s entertainment is throughout the park.  Stroll along the south side of the fun field to enjoy arts & crafts vendors.  Enjoy traditional festival fare, play a variety of carnival games, and a rock-climbing wall. Anywhere in the park is a good place to watch the magnificent fireworks display.  Stake your claim to your viewing site on any of our fields. 
Concert and Fireworks Downtown
Bring your blanket, stretch out on the beach and enjoy a patriotic concert beginning at 8:00 p.m. Fireworks shoot out over the ocean at 9:30 p.m.

Free Concerts on the Beach
Wednesday Evenings @ 8 pm, July 9, 16, 23, August 6, 13, 20, 2008 at the North Division Street and the Beach.

Sundaes In The Park
Sunday Evenings, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm, July 13, 20, 27, August 3, 10, 24, 2008
Bring your family, a picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park at 127th Street and the Bay for your favorite dessert and live family entertainment. The lineup of entertainers this season will make you stand and cheer, however, the spotlight will be on you, creating your own ice cream sundae with delicious toppings. This event is from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Children’s entertainment is also presented each week. So create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee while listening to live music and watching the sun set over the beautiful bay.

Labor Day Weekend Concerts
Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 p.m., August 30 & 31, 2008
Treat yourself to a collection of summer beach music, watch the sun set, sit on the sand, view the sparkling blue ocean and dance by moonlight. There is no better setting for relaxing than at Concerts on the Beach. The intoxicating sounds will have your hands clapping and your toes tapping to the variety of entertainment from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m. each Wednesday evening.

Sunfest '08
The nationally recognized festival will celebrate the end of Summer and the start of Fall. This Top 100 event attracts visitors from miles around. The four family fun days features concerts, great food, arts & crafts and more. Admission to the festival is free and includes hayrides, a treasure hunt on the beach, children's activities and more. Ride the bus to Sunfest - all day passes are $2. Or, ride the boardwalk tram which takes you direct to Sunfest '07.

Fly In
October 2008 at the Ocean City Municiapl airport. View more than 50 aircraft of all types on display. Enjoy educational presentations, parachute and aircraft demonstrations, food, music, and more. Admission is free.

Seaside 10
October is the time to "take your mark" for this 10 mile run through Ocean City, the three mile boardwalk and beyond. The 5K fun run takes place entirely on the Boardwalk. Wheelchairs are welcome. Runners compete for first, second and third place plaques in many age categories. Both races include categories for younger runners and for those over 70 years of age. Whether you are in the middle of the pack or up front, you’ll find the Ocean City view is truly spectacular.Come dressed for Halloween and compete for special awards for best-costumed runners!

Halloween Spook-out Party
October at the Northside Park Complex, 125th St. & Bay
Participants of all ages can have a howling good time with events that include carnival games, arts & crafts, hayrides, snacks & much more. Costume contests scheduled throughout the event. Sun., 1-3 p.m.

Fallfest of Fine Art
November @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors & mixed media high crafts. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

Christmas Craft Expo
November @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Juried arts & crafts show. Great opportunity to pick up that gift for the special person. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

Truckin' Ocean City
November @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Premier all-truck show featuring custom and classics, full-size pick-ups, 4 x 4's, monster trucks & big rigs plus live entertainment, celebrity guests, feature attractions and much more. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Jack Hennen, 410-798-6304. www.specialeventpro.com.

Turkey Trot
November @ Eagle's Landing Golf Course
One of the last chances for a great golf tournament before cold weather. Four-player scramble for adults, includes a turkey feast after play. Bob Croll. 800-283-3846.

Holiday Shopper's Fair
November @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Shopping extravaganza with quality crafts, photography, florals, wrought iron, jewelry, Nascar items, toys & more. Door prizes, children's activities & a non-shoppers lounge. Admission. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Janice Cropper, 410-723-8605.

Victorian Christmas Celebration
December 1 @ Julia A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
Attend an old-fashioned holiday party with Victorian music, decorations & refreshments. Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

Ocean City Christmas Parade
December 1 @ 125th St. to 115th St., Coastal Hwy.
Professionally judged parade with bands, floats, marching units, antique cars & more. Saturday, 11a.m.- 2 p.m. Sponsored by Gold Coast Mall Merchants Assoc. 410-524-9000.

Holiday Open House
December 2 @ OC Life Saving Station Museum, South End of Boardwalk at Inlet
Enjoy this historic Ocean City site, see the displays & do all your shopping in the unique gift shop. Sunday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. 410-289-4991. www.ocmuseum.org.

Early Eastern Shore Christmas
December 8 @ Museums of Worcester County
The 10 museums of Worcester County each display Christmas traditions of times past. Each facility features a different display. Self-guided tours, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Winterfest of Lights
November 15 - January 1
Join the fun as the seaside resort transforms into a Winter Wonderland. With 1 million holiday lights sparkling throughout the town in animated displays, the Summer vacation town becomes a dreamy Holiday escape. Drive through the "Tunnel of Lights" and all the way to Northside park. Ride the Winterfest express through two miles of illuminated ornatments and sculptures which include magic genies, toy soldiers, the 12 days of Christmas, crabs, marlins and a host of other dancing lights. And don't forget to stop at the Winterfest Village for hot chocolate with Santa Claus!

Carousel Winter Wonderland
November 15 - December 31 @ Carousel Resort Hotel, 118th St.
Dazzling holiday decorations, indoor ice skating rink open to the public. Admission to the ice skating rink includes skates. Mon.- Fri., 4-9 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Victorian Christmas
December in Berlin
Month-long celebrations include animated window displays, horse & carriage rides, breakfast with Santa, concerts, parade, house tours, Victorian fashion show & teas. Santa visits weekends at the Atlantic Hotel. Fee for some events. Most are free to the public. 410-641-4775. www.berlinmdcc.org

New Year's Eve
Celebrate the coming of the New Year at your favorite hotel or restaurant in Ocean City. The Town of Ocean City offers free bus services for New Year's Eve from 6 a.m.

Agh Penguin Swim
January 1st, Princess Royale, 91st Street
Celebrate the New Year by "getting wet for a good cause." A cool dip in the Atlantic helps raise money for Ocean City's local hospital, Atlantic General.

Delmarva Bridal Showcase
January 6, 2008 @ Wicomico Youth & Civic Center; 12 noon - 4pm
Everything you need to plan a wedding in one room. Live bands, fashion show, honeymoon getaways and so much more.
Brought to you by Lovin' Life Ltd.; 410-524-6030 or 888-436-6030; www.delmarvabride.com

Nautical & Wildlife Art Festival
January 19-20, 2008 @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Shore's premier nautical & wildlife fine art presentation. Painters, artists & sculptors from 15 states. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

North American Craft Show
January 19-20, 2008 @ Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Shore's largest juried craft exposition. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

Seaside Boat Show
February 15th - 17th, 2008 at the Ocean City Convention Center
The eastern shore's #1boat show featuring over 300 boats, 140 exhibitors, more than 50 dealers, super boat & accessory show specials, sport cruisers, sportfish, center consoles, cuddy's, performance boats and more.

Springfest 2008
Thursday, May 1 through Sunday, May 4, 2008
Enjoy four fun-filled days offering fabulous local, regional and national entertainment, delicious crab cakes, barbecue and many more OC favorites, Plus, enjoy an exciting array of arts & crafts, and lots of family fun! All located in the Inlet Lot at the southern end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk. Admission to the four-day event is free! Sprinfest Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday; 10 a.m to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Take the Boardwalk tram directly to the Springfest grounds! Monday – Thursday $2.75 per person one-way. Friday - Sunday $3.00 per person one-way. Children under 42 inches are free. The tram runs from 10 a.m. to Midnight. You can also ride the bus to Springfest 2008. It cost only $2.00 to ride all day long!!!

Year Round Events
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk at Inlet
Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City's past with exhibits of shipwrecks & beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the world, aquarium room & Davy Jones' locker. Unique gift shop with interesting selection of nautical gifts & books. Small admission fee. June - September, daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; May & October, daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; November & December, weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. During winter months please call for hours. 410-289-4991. www.ocmuseum.org.

Art League of Ocean City Exhibit & Receptions, Art League Building, 94th St., Bayside
Continuous exhibits featuring local & regional artists, complemented by a monthly reception, held the first Friday of each month, Feb.-Oct., from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments offered. Free & open to the public. Gallery open Tues.-Sun., 1- 4 p.m. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

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