- The Official Site of Ocean City, MD • 1-800-OC-OCEAN
It’s all happening here. And we do mean “all.”
Springfest, festivals, free concerts, the OC Airshow, and the multi-million dollar White Marlin Open. Free movies on the beach. Fireworks on the 4th. And the list goes on. If there’s something you’d love to see or do, you can probably see it or do it in OC, ASAP!
- Venue:
- Ocean City Beach and Boardwalk, 5th Street
- Address:
- Boardwalk 1st Street to 6th Street
- Phone:
- 410-289-7855
- Website:
- http://www.kiteloft.com
- Location:
- Oceanside Boardwalk/Inlet
- Type:
- Family

Great spectator and participant event! The Maryland International Kite Exposition will feature three fun filled days of kite flying on the beautiful beaches of Ocean City, Maryland. www.kiteloft.com
ACCOMMODATIONS
DINING AND NIGHTLIFE
- Nightlife
- Dining
THINGS TO DO
SERVICES
PUBLIC RESOURCES
EVENTS
Negro League Exhibit
4/03/2012 - 10/31/2012- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD
- Website:
- http://www.purnellmuseum.com
See this temporary exhibit of Negro League memorabilia. Admission. Tues. - Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Claire Otterbein mail@purnellmuseum.com, www.purnellmuseum.com 410-632-0515
Salute to the Services 2012
5/19/2012 - 6/20/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-6733
- Address:
- Townwide-Ocean City
- Website:
- http://www.salutetotheservices.com
Special discount program honoring those serving community & country.
Participating hotels, motels, restaurants & attractions offer discounts during this time to military, police, EMS & fire personnel showing their credentials.
Some restrictions apply.
Discount information can be found on www.salutetotheservices.com.
Ocean City Hotel-Motel- Restaurant Association - Amy Tingle, 800-626-2326 x 2
Spring Movies in the Park
5/25/2012 - 5/25/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- 125th Street & The Bay
FREE Movies in the Park. Grab your beach chair and meet us at Northside Park for a great time!!! Showtime 8:00 p.m. (Previews begin at dusk.) Concessions can be purchased including drinks, popcorn and candy! In the event of rain, the movie will be shown in the Gymn at Northside Park. For additional information, please call 410-250-0125
Movie Friday, May 25th: "THE ADVENTURES OF TIN TIN"
Spring Arts and Crafts Show 2012
5/26/2012 - 5/27/2012- Phone:
- 410-726-1283 or 410-213-0735
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Hwy
Ocean City's only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, nautical items, wood crafts & homemade items. Also handmade chocolates/fudge, dip mixes.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. FREE ADMISSION
Janice Cropper, 410-213-0735; Cropperjl@aol.com
OC Softball Tournament
5/26/2012 - 5/28/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Big Shots Basketball Tournament
5/26/2012 - 5/27/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
Beach Lights Spectacular
5/27/2012 - 9/02/2012- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
- Address:
- North Division Street
- Website:
- http://specialeventpro.com
SUMMER OF THANKS - Come see the exciting new show lighting up Ocean City featuring lasers, lights and special effects displayed on a giant 5 story beach ball choreographed to action packed music at North Division Street and the Beach every Sunday from May 27th to September 2, 2012. Shows are free for the entire family. Each show is approximately 8 minutes in length beginning at 9:30 p.m., 10:00 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Memorial Day American Flag Celebration
5/28/2012 - 5/28/2012- Phone:
- 443-971-1184
- Address:
- North Division Street
- Website:
- http://www.specialeventpro.com
SUMMER OF THANKS - Memorial Day American Flag Celebration.
Unfurling of football-field-size American flag with visibility up and down the boardwalk. Beginning at 12 noon for approximately 1 hour.
Beach Fireworks
5/29/2012 - 9/02/2012- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
- Address:
- North Division Street
- Website:
- http://www.specialeventpro.com
SUMMER OF THANKS - Come and see an amazing fireworks show choreographed to music every Tuesday night from May 29th to August 28th, 2012. Final show will be Sunday, September 2nd. Showtime is at 10:00 p.m. The show is free for the entire family. You don't want to miss all the action. For more information www.specialeventpro.com
Baltimore Ravens Beach Bash Weekend
5/31/2012 - 6/03/2012- Address:
- 101st Street on the Ocean
- Website:
- http://www.ococean.com/ravens
Join the Ravens, 98 Rock and Miller Lite for a weekend of special events. Beach bonfires, Miller Lite on the beach, Bacon & Beer at the Original Greene Turtle, a Purple Friday Caravan, Beach games, Happy Hours and more! Hang with the Ravens and 98 Rock in VIP style in Ocean City.
For full details of this event click here
Council of Baltimore Ravens Roosts Annual Parade
6/02/2012 - 6/02/2012- Phone:
- 443-618-5130
- Address:
- 19th St. & Baltimore Ave. to 26th St.
- Website:
- http://www.councilrr.com
Annual parade showcasing over 50 member roosts from MD, DE & PA, as they show pride for the Baltimore Ravens.
Players, cheerleaders, mascots, bands, floats & more appear in this two-hour parade.
Featured appearance by the Pep Band of Baltimore’s Marching Ravens.
Saturday, 10 a.m. Sue Draper, sdraper65@verizon.net.
Dick Gelfman's Ride Across Maryland 2012
6/02/2012 - 6/04/2012- Phone:
- 410-992-9999
- Address:
- Francis Scott Key Motel, & OC Area
- Website:
- http://www.rideacrossmaryland.org
Motorcycle ride to benefit fight against breast cancer.
12th Anniversary ride to Ocean City. Sat., Sun., and Mon. Registration Fee. 410-992-9999. www.rideacrossmaryland.org.
Mark Sills Basketball Tournament
6/02/2012 - 6/03/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
OC Softball Tournament
6/02/2012 - 6/03/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Beach Lax Festival
6/08/2012 - 6/10/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Soccer Field, West Lagoon Field, Field #1, Field #2, Field #3
Beach Bound Basketball II
6/08/2012 - 6/10/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
OC Car & Truck Show 2012
6/09/2012 - 6/10/2012- Phone:
- 302-436-0183
- Address:
- Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
- Website:
- http://www.occarshow.com
One of the East Coast largest automotive and culture events comes to Ocean City with the most amazing vehicles that grace the pages of your favorite automotive magazines. From tuners to exotics, from trick trucks to slammed SUV's, from crazy classics to super bikes the OC Car Show has something for everyone. Combine that with top name companies with interactive displays, vendors with everything for your ride and the Ocean City's biggest name performances live on the OC Car Show Stage, the event is great entertainment. For updates on artists and special guest appearances check the website. www.occarshow.com
Tickets sold at door.
Admission.
Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com. occarshow02@aol.com.
Ocean City Air Show 2012
6/09/2012 - 6/10/2012- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- 16th Street & Boardwalk
- Website:
- http://www.ocairshow.com
The Ocean City Air Show has been named a Top 100 Event in the country by American Bus Association for 2011!
Saturday & Sunday, June 9-10 2012 - Show Dates
Purchase tickets online. www.ocairshow.com
ADVANCED PRICING EXPIRES TUESDAY! Advanced ticket pricing is valid through May 15th at 11:59 p.m. Act now and save up to $40 per ticket!
The Thunderbirds return!
Celebrating its fifth year, the Ocean City Air Show is back with the return of the Thunderbirds. The show will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk, creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort’s beaches and attractions. Spectators can see the show free of charge, however, VIP seating is available for those who want to be front and center. Saturday and Sunday 12 noon - 4 p.m. Show Center: 16th Street & Boardwalk. www.ocairshow.com.
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will return to Ocean City in 2012 to headline the OC Air Show! For the first time ever, the OC Air Show will feature two jet demonstration teams with the Black Diamond Jet Team, the premier civilian team in the nation, also performing. Military flyovers will continue to be added in the final weeks leading up to the event kicking the line up into afterburner. For a line-up of performers and schedule of events and where to stay, please visit www.ocairshow.com
The OC Air Show will host a special 5th Anniversary Party at the Casino at Ocean Downs on Saturday night, June 9th featuring joint team jump by the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles and the Navy Seals Leap Frogs and a finale fireworks display!
Flag Day 2012
6/10/2012 - 6/10/2012- Phone:
- (800) 626-2326
- Address:
- On the beach at 16th St. & Boardwalk
- Website:
- http://ococean.com
Celebrate the nation’s symbol!
Ocean City will hold a special Flag Day ceremony at 12 noon on Sunday, June 10, 2012 at the opening of the O.C. Air Show.
The U.S. Navy Seals Jump Team will fly the National Colors to the drop zone in the vicinity of 16th Street on the beach. Once on the ground, the team will present the U.S. Flag to one of the country's veterans.
The fifth annual O.C. Air Show will fly over the skies of Ocean City on Saturday and Sunday, June 9-10, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. both days.
Ocean City Shark Tournament 2012
6/13/2012 - 6/17/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- 12940 Inlet Isle Lane Ocean City MD 21842
- Website:
- http://www.ocsharktournament.com.
Ocean City's largest shark fishing tournament. Bring the kids and watch the fish weigh-ins at the Ocean City Fishing Center located at the west side of Route 50 bridge. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. For more information visit www.ocsharktournament.com.
Movies on the Beach Wednesdays - Carousel Hotel
6/13/2012 - 8/29/2012- Address:
- Beach 118th Street
Free movies on the beach for the family every Wednesday night (June 13-August 29) at 8:30 p.m. at the Carousel Resort Hotel, 118th Street Oceanfront. Additionally, every Monday and Friday evening (June 25-August 10) a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector at 27th Street. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. On Thursday evenings (July 5-August 30) you may enjoy movies on the beach at the Princess Royale at 91st Street. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. The movies scheduled are:
June 13, 2012 Pirates of the Carribean: On Stranger Tides
June 20, 2012 Cars 2
June 27, 2012 Kung Fu Panda 2
July 3, 2012 (Tuesday) The Smurfs
July 11, 2012 Puss in Boots
July 18, 2012 The Adventures of Tin Tin
July 25, 2012 The Muppets
August 1, 2012 Soul Surfer
August 8, 2012 Jack & Jill
August 15, 2012 Dolphin Tale
August 22, 2012 Hugo
August 29, 2012 Zoo Keeper
Subject to change without notice.
Arts on the Dock
6/14/2012 - 8/23/2012- Phone:
- 410-213-1121
- Address:
- Rt 50 & Inlet Isle Lane
- Website:
- http://www.fishing.com
Local artists showcasing their work on the docks of the Ocean City Fishing Center Marina every Thursday evening June 14 - August 23 from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Jennifer Blunt 410-213-1121, www.ocfishing.com
OC Softball Tournament
6/15/2012 - 6/17/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Arts Alive 2012
6/16/2012 - 6/17/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125; 800-626-2326
- Address:
- 125th St.
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Art’s Alive celebrates 12 years as Ocean City’s biggest and best fine art show. What could be better than fine art at the beach? How about fine art for sale around a beautiful lagoon in a picturesque park with expansive bay views. Visit 100 artists as they sell their works, lunch at the Artists’ Café and enjoy live music while your children enjoy free art activities. Art’s Alive is the art show that has something for everyone.
Don’t forget to take a little bit of Art’s Alive and Ocean City home with you. Stop by the Art’s Alive Official Event Merchandise Tent located in the Information Booth. Merchandise includes T-shirts, jackets, baseball hats, pins and more.
Art’s Alive will take place outdoors rain or shine. Bring the whole family and create an “artsy” Ocean City memory at Art’s Alive 2012. For more information on Art’s Alive, please call the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Saturday, June 16 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 17 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
MD State Firemen's Association Convention
6/17/2012 - 6/20/2012- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Hwy
Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings & exhibits. The public is invited to come in & "meet the firemen" & see exhibits. Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday afternoon at 1 p.m. annual Parade from 15th Street to 32nd Street on Baltimore Avenue. Equipment, bands, & floats (approx. 3 hours). For more information visit www.msfa.org.
Concert on the Green
6/21/2012 - 8/16/2012- Phone:
- 410-352-5250
- Address:
- 12723 St. Martins Neck Road, Bishopville, MD
- Website:
- http://www.lighthousesoundrestaurant.com
FREE CONCERTS ON THE GREEN AT LIGHTHOUSE SOUND GOLF CLUB!
Bring your lawn chair and enjoy a FREE outdoor concert from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on the lawn behind the Clubhouse overlooking Ocean City Skyline. Food and beverage will be available. Games for the kids. For more information click on: http://www.lighthousesoundrestaurant.com/ocean-city-maryland-special-events
Concert Dates: Thursday, June 21, 2012 - The Lauren Glick Band; Wednesday, July 4, 2012 - Tanzfusion; Thursday, July 19, 2012 - Chris Sacks Band (Jimmy Buffet tribute band;) Thursday, August 2, 2012 - The Electric Company; Thursday, August 16, 2012 - Full Circle.
Plein Air Art Competition and Sale
6/22/2012 - 6/24/2012Plein Air Art Competition and Sale. June 22-24. Artists will be painting throughout Ocean City during the course of the three day event. On Sat June 23 from 2-4pm we will have a "Quick Draw" event at Northside Park, where the artists will be lined up and given 2 hours to complete a painting. They will be judged by Prof Brad Hudson of UMES, and Cash prizes will be given. The artwork produced at the event will be available for immediate sale. Then Sunday June 24, there will be an art show " wet paint sale" on Somerset St from 5-8pm. Music provided by Bryan Russo. Prizes totaling $1750.00 provided by the OCDC. Judge for the overall plein air will be Laura Era of Troika Gallery in Easton.
Ocean City Basketball Classic
6/22/2012 - 6/24/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
OC Softball Tournament
6/23/2012 - 6/24/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Movies on the Beach 2012 - 27th Street
6/25/2012 - 8/10/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Beach at 27th Street
- Website:
- http://ococean.com
At 27th Street beach, every Monday and Friday evening from June 25 - August 10, 2012, enjoy a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.
Schedule for 27th Street:
June 25 - Gidget
June 29 - Dolphin Tale
July 2 - Puss in Boots
July 6 - HOP
July 9 - Yogi Bear
July 13 - Kung Fu Panda 2
July 16 - Happy Feet 2
July 20 - UP
July 23 - Cars 2
July 27 - Tangled
July 30 - The Smurfs
August 3 - Winnie the Pooh
August 6 - Princess and the Frog
August 10 - The Muppets
Weather permitting - Schedule subject to change without notice.
Additional summer movies take place at the Carousel Hotel on 118th St. & Beach and at the Princess Royale Hotel at 91st St. & the Beach. Both begin at 8:30 p.m.
Family Fun Olympics 2012
6/26/2012 - 8/07/2012- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- Beach at 27th Street
- Website:
- http://ococean.com
Enjoy fun on the beach!
Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relays and more. All activities are free and are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m at 27th Street on the beach.
OC Softball Tournament
6/30/2012 - 7/02/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Free Family Programs at Life-Saving Station Museum
7/02/2012 - 8/25/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-4991
- Address:
- South end of Boardwalk
- Website:
- http://www.ocmuseum.org
Free Summer Programs
Gather outside the museum for fun facts & topics. Great free summer program for the entire family!
A different subject each day.
Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am.
Topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, history and all about sharks.
410-289-4991
Sandy@ocmuseum.org
www.ocmuseum.org
July 4th Celebration Uptown 2012
7/04/2012 - 7/04/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326 (1-800-OC-OCEAN)
- Address:
- 127th Street and Bayside
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 127th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
July 4th Celebration Downtown 2012
7/04/2012 - 7/04/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- Beachfront at North Division Street
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Wednesday, July 4th, 2012
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 127th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Sunset Party Nights 2012
7/05/2012 - 8/30/2012- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- Sunset Park at South Division Street Bayside
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Thursday nights in July and August. Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City! Sunset Park is located along South Division Street & the Bay. Event begins at 7 p.m. and runs to approx. 9:00 p.m. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. Event held July 5, 12, 19 and 26 - August 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. - It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating.
2012 Sunset Party Nights at Sunset Park: Entertainment TBA
For more information, 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
Movies on the Beach Thursdays - Princess Royale
7/05/2012 - 8/30/2012- Address:
- Beach at 91st Street
Free movies on the beach for the family every Thursday night (July 5-August 30) at 8:30 p.m. at the Princess Royale Hotel, 91st Street Oceanfront.
Additionally, every Monday and Friday evening (June 25-August 10) a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector at 27th Street. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. On Wednesday evenings (June 13-August 29) you may enjoy movies on the beach at the Carousel Resort Hotel at 118th Street. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.
The movies scheduled are:
July 5, 2012 Dolphin Tale
July 12, 2012 Jack & Jill
July 19, 2012 The Zoo Keeper
July 26, 2012 Cars 2
August 2, 2012 The Muppets
August 9, 2012 Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
August 16, 2012 How to Train Your Dragon
August 23, 2012 The Adventures of Tin Tin
August 30, 2012 Hugo
Weather Permitting - Schedule subject to change.
OC Softball Tournament
7/07/2012 - 7/08/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Sundaes In the Park 2012
7/08/2012 - 8/26/2012- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
- Address:
- Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
An after dinner treat - Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups & Ice Cream
Please note: To better accommodate our guests dinner hour we have changed the hours to 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee.
Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 7-9 p.m.
Children’s entertainment presented each week.
July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012
August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012
For more information, call 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
July 8, 2012
Key West Band Mike Rose Magic
" Jimmy Buffet Tribute"
July 15, 2012
The Janitors Lollipop The Clown
"Classic Rock / Funk / Pop" "Summer fun & games"
July 22, 2012
The Groove Train Uncle Pete with Kids
"70's Disco" "Interactive musical celebration"
July 29, 2012
OH BOY! Cascading Carlos
A Tribute to Buddy Holly "A juggling work shop"
August 5, 2012
Jesse Garron's Uncle Pete with Kids
"Tribute to Elvis" "Interactive musical celebration"
August 12, 2012
The Regal Beagles Tootsie the Clown
"Yacht Rock"
August 19, 2012
Sir Rod Mike Rose Magic
"Tribute to Rod Stewart"
August 26, 2012
Mary Lou and the Untouchables Maryland DNR
"Classic Rock" Scales & Tales
All Entertainment is Subject to Change Without Notice.
Heritage Arts For Kids
7/11/2012 - 8/22/2012- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill MD
- Website:
- http://www.purnellmuseum.com
Kids can drop in on these Wednesday afternoons between 1-3 p.m. to learn more about an aspect of museum's collection through hands-on projects. Admission. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515 www.purnellmuseum.com, mail@purnellmuseum.com.
Programs on July 11 & 25, August 8 & 22.
Concerts on the Beach 2012
7/11/2012 - 8/29/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- N. Division St. and the Beach
Free live entertainment while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights. Tribute bands and local favorites entertain at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
Concert Dates are: Wednesday July 11, 18, 25 and August 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012
July 11, 2012
Bob Lougheed & The Mystery Train Band
"A Night with Elvis"
July 18, 2012
Rising Sun Reggae Band
"Reggae"
July 25, 2012
21 Horses Band
"Kickin' Country"
August 8, 2012
Captain Quint
"Tropical Rock and Roll"
August 15, 2012
JP McDermott and Western Bop - cancelled - replaced by: The Bopcats
August 22, 2012
Randy Lee Ashcraft &
The Saltwater Cowboys
"Beach Country"
August 29, 2012
Front Page News
"Classic Rock"
All Entertainment is subject to change without notice.
Berlin Bathtub Races
7/13/2012 - 7/13/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.BerlinChamber.org
The famous Berlin Bathtub Races take place during Berlin 2nd Friday Art Stroll in July. Local businesses have turned ordinary bathtubs into rolling works of art. The friendly, yet competitive race is open to anyone. No Admission Fee. July 13th - 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information call Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.BerlinChamber.org
25th Annual OC Tuna Tournament 2012
7/13/2012 - 7/15/2012- Phone:
- 800-322-3065 or 410-213-1121
- Address:
- Rt. 50 & Inlet Isle Lane, West OC
- Website:
- http://www.octunatournament.com
East Coast largest Tuna Tournament.
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins Fri., Sat. & Sun. 4 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Jennifer Blunt, ocfc@ocfishing.com
Mark Sills Basketball Tournament
7/14/2012 - 7/15/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
OC Softball Tournament
7/14/2012 - 7/15/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Starpower National Talent Competition
7/15/2012 - 7/19/2012- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Hwy
- Website:
- http://www.starpowertalent.com
World competition for all dancers who qualified at regionals held across the United States.
OC Softball Tournament
7/20/2012 - 7/22/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Greek Festival 2012
7/27/2012 - 7/29/2012- Phone:
- 410-524-0990
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- http://www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org
Why suffer with long airport lines & huge airfare bills? Enjoy the sights, sounds & flavors of a trip to Greece right here in the beautiful Ocean City Convention Center where everyone is welcomed to be Greek for the week! Traditional Greek Fare available. Enjoy shopping at any of the vendors featuring original & reproduction art, jewelry, clothing and more. Live entertainment. For more information call St. Georges Greek Orthodox Church 410-524-0990 or visit www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org
The festival hours on Friday and Saturday are 12 noon to 11pm and on Sunday are 12 noon until 9pm. Friday from 12 Noon til 5:00pm admission is free, after 5pm, admission is $3.00/person age 14 and older, under 14 free when accompanied by an adult all days and hours. Saturday and Sunday admission is $2.00 from 12 noon-5pm, after 5pm admission is $3.00/person.
OC Softball Tournament
7/27/2012 - 7/29/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Mark Sills Basketball Tournament
7/28/2012 - 7/29/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
7/30/2012 - 8/01/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-1296
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- http://www.jesusatthebeach.org.
Christian praise & worship music, dance, prayer & Holy Spirit ministry. Mon. - Wed., 10 a.m.-1 p.m at Convention Center; 7 p.m.-10 p.m. on the beach at North Division Street. Dick or Gary 410-289-1296, www.JesusAtTheBeach.org or info@JesusAtTheBeach.org
Berlin 4th Annual Peach Festival
8/04/2012 - 8/04/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-1019
- Address:
- 208 North Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.Taylorhousemuseum.org
Come and enjoy an afternoon full of everything peaches. Entertainment for the entire family. Peach pie baking, eating contest and much, much more. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free Admission. For more information call the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum 410-641-1019 or visit www.Taylorhousemuseum.org
OC Softball Tournament
8/04/2012 - 8/05/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Children's Day at Sunset Park
8/05/2012 - 8/05/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-4991
- Address:
- South Division Street Bayside
- Website:
- http://www.ocmuseum.org
JOIN US August 5, 2012 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. at Sunset Park for Fun, Children's Games, Educational Activities, and more.
This event is sponsored by the Ocean City Museum Society. For more information, please contact www.ocmuseum.org or call 410-289-4991
East Coast Challenge Basketball Tournament
8/05/2012 - 8/07/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym
White Marlin Open 2012
8/06/2012 - 8/10/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-9229
- Address:
- Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay
- Website:
- http://www.whitemarlinopen.com
World’s largest billfish tournament.
Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m. at Harbour Island Marina
Over 300 boats vie for over $2 million in prize money.
Registration fees for participating boats.
Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. www.whitemarlinopen.com; JMotsko289@aol.com
East Coast Challenge Basketball Tournament
8/10/2012 - 8/12/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - East Gym
OC Softball Tournament
8/11/2012 - 8/12/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Beach Bash I Street Hockey
8/11/2012 - 8/12/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - West Gym
OC Lacrosse Classic
8/15/2012 - 8/19/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Soccer Field, West Lagoon Field, Field #1, Field #2, Field #3
Dew Tour
8/16/2012 - 8/19/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-OC-OCEAN
- Address:
- 809 S Atlantic Ave
- Website:
- http://www.dewtour.com
DEW Tour kicks off 2012 in Ocean City, Maryland!
August 16 - 19, 2012
All events will take place on the beach at the inlet, near the pier.
The 2012 Dew Tour will be kicked off in Ocean City, Maryland and the excitement is
building. There will be thrills, there will be spills. There will be radical moves from the
world's top action sports athletes.
Check back here often for event updates or visit www.dewtour.com
Beach Bash II Street Hockey
8/17/2012 - 8/19/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - West Gym
Ocean City Hotel Week 2012
8/19/2012 - 8/30/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326 x 2
- Address:
- All of Ocean City
- Website:
- http://www.oceancityhotelweek.com
Ocean City Hotel Week allows visitors to take advantage of special promotions during the summer season. Participants will offer a variety of deals including Free Night Stays and tiered discounts for multiple night stays during the dates of the Hotel Week promotion. The longer you stay, the more you save! For information call 1-800-626-2326 x 2, inquire@ocvisitor.com, www.oceancityhotelweek.com
3rd Annual Ocean City Jeep Week
8/23/2012 - 8/26/2012- Phone:
- 443-783-3289
- Address:
- 14th Street & Boardwalk
- Website:
- http://www.oceancityjeepweek.com
For more information go to www.oceancityjeepweek.com or email Larry Sackadorf sack@oceancityjeepweek.com
OC Softball Tournament
8/25/2012 - 8/26/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Delmarva Needle Art Show & Competition 2012
9/01/2012 - 10/31/2012- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W Market St., Snow Hill, MD
- Website:
- http://www.purnellmuseum.com
Popular exhibit of regional needle art including quilts, embroidery & more. Admission. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun., 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Claire Otterbein www.purnellmuseum.com
OC Softball Tournament
9/01/2012 - 9/03/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
OC Softball Tournament
9/08/2012 - 9/09/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Annual September 11th Memorial Spot Fishing Tournament 2012
9/11/2012 - 9/11/2012- Phone:
- 410-213-1121
- Address:
- Route 50 & Inlet Isle Lane
- Website:
- http://www.ocfishing.com
FUN FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES! Fish from the docks, no skill needed. $5 per angler. 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. For more information www.ocfishing.com or call 410-213-1121
OC BikeFest 2012
9/13/2012 - 9/16/2012- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Parking Lot - 809 S Atlantic Avenue
- Website:
- http://www.ocbikefest.com
OC BikeFest will bring national entertainment and bands, stunt shows, bike builders, vendors, food and beverage to the Boardwalk, Ocean City Convention Center, Inlet & Jolly Roger Park . Admission: $15 Adults, $5 Children. Thursday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. -5 p.m. For more information, please visit www.ocbikefest.com
OC Softball Tournament
9/15/2012 - 9/16/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Sunfest 2012
9/20/2012 - 9/23/2012- Phone:
- (800) 626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Lot
- Website:
- http://www.oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
SUNFEST 2012 - September 20 - 23
– America’s Premier Rated #1 of the 100 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows in the country by “Sunshine Artist Magazine
Art & Craft Show Magazine”
Sunfest celebrates its 38th year as Ocean City’s biggest and best festival with a wide array of unique art and craft creations, fabulous food and continuous live entertainment on two stages. Children will enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the beach. Sunfest 2012 has something for everyone all in and around four big-top tents on the Inlet Lot and beach just steps from our world-famous Boardwalk.
The Town of Ocean City's Sunfest has been rated by Sunshine Artist, "America's Premier Show and Festival Magazine," the number one traditional art and craft show in the nation.
Sunfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations. Try the bold taste of the Eastern
Shore with fabulous food and quench your thirst with a tropical smoothie. Enjoy live entertainment on two
stages. Sunfest 2012 has something for everyone. ADMISSION TO THE FESTIVAL IS FREE!
September 20 -23, 2012
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENT:
Thursday, September 20, 2012 - 8 p.m. SHA NA NA
Reserved Seating: $25, 20 & 15
Friday, September 21, 2012 - 8 p.m. LONESTAR
Reserved Seating: $45, 40, 35, 30, 25 & 20
Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 8 p.m. Bret Michaels
Reserved Seating: $55, 50, 45, 40, 35 & 25
(Tickets that were purchased for Bret Michaels for Sunfest 2011 will be honored at the 2012 show)
Tickets will go on sale Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 10 a.m. All phone orders must go to Ticketmaster 1-800-551-7328 or www.ticketmaster.com. You may purchase tickets in person at the box office located in the Ocean City Convention Center Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Entertainment subject to change.
http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/sunfest.html
8th Annual Sandcastle Home Tour
9/20/2012 - 9/21/2012- Phone:
- (410) 524-9433
- Website:
- https://www.artleagueofoceancity.org/
Ten fabulous homes in the Ocean City area will be featured in this self guided tour. Proceeds to benefit the new Ocean City Center for the Arts.
Tickets: $30
Sunfest Kite Festival 2012
9/20/2012 - 9/23/2012- Phone:
- 410-289-7855
- Address:
- 1st - 6th Street
- Website:
- http://www.kiteloft.com
On the Beach, 1st St. – 6th St.
Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy days filled with spectacular kite flying. Thousands of spectators travel to see master kite flyers from around the world showcase their aerial displays of art. Kite making workshops and Kite battles. Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855. www.kiteloft.com.
20th Annual Berlin Fiddlers Convention
9/21/2012 - 9/23/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.BerlinFiddlersConvention.com
Annual event begins Friday evening with a free concert, continues through acoustic competition on Saturday. On Sunday, a Bluegrass Gospel Jam. Also crafters & food vendors. Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 410-641-4775. www.BerlinChamber.org.
OC Softball Tournament
9/22/2012 - 9/23/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show - 2012
9/28/2012 - 9/30/2012- Phone:
- 804-746-7663
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- http://www.treasuresoftheearth.net
14k, sterling silver jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, crystals & more. Classic and contemporary designs for show and sale. Admission. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Haney, 804-746-7663. Tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net or www.Treasuresoftheearth.net
Please note the date change from Sept. 13-16, 2012 to September 28-30, 2012
Winefest at the Beach 2012
9/28/2012 - 9/29/2012- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- 809 S Atlantic Ave - Inlet Lot
- Website:
- http://winefest.com
ANNUAL WINE-TASTING EVENT!
Welcome to the seventeenth annual Winefest at the Beach featuring Wineries from the Mid-Atlantic. Micro-Brewed Beers, Delmarva Cuisine, Quality Arts & Crafts, and Live Music. Admission. For more information contact jj.wine@verizon.net or call 1-800-626 2326
Sunfest Softball Tournament
9/29/2012 - 9/30/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
15th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin
10/04/2012 - 10/07/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Parking Lot & 4001 Coastal Highway
- Website:
- http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com
In addition to the events at the Inlet Parking Lot, check out the events at the Ocean City Convention Center on October 4, 5 & 6, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hot rod car show features more than 2,000 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. Admission. Events at the Inlet : Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meredith Hennen, 410-798-6304. For more information, please click on: www.endlesssummercruisin.com, or e-mail infoevent@aol.com
15th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin/Conv.Center 2012
10/04/2012 - 10/06/2012- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Highway & Inlet Parking Lot
- Website:
- http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com
In addition to the events at the Inlet Parking Lot, check out the events at the Ocean City Convention Center on October 4, 5 & 6, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hot rod car show features more than 2,000 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. Admission. Events at the Inlet : Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meredith Hennen, 410-798-6304. For more information, please click on: www.endlesssummercruisin.com, or e-mail infoevent@aol.com
33rd Annual Mid-Atlantic Surf Fishing Tournament 2012
10/04/2012 - 10/06/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- Beach at Ocean City, Maryland
- Website:
- http://oceancitysurfanglersmd.com
33rd annual Surf-Fishing Tournament on the beach. Participants must be pre-registered, have a permit to drive on the beach and hold a valid Maryland Saltwater Fishing License. For more information visit http://oceancitysurfanglersmd.com
Harbor Day at the Docks - A Waterfront Heritage Festival
10/06/2012 - 10/06/2012- Phone:
- 800-626-2326 x 2
- Address:
- 13399 Sunset Ave., Ocean City, MD
- Website:
- http://www.ocharborday.com
“Harbor Day - At The Docks,” is an innovative family friendly program highlighting Ocean City’s important local maritime culture and traditions, including both commercial and sport fishing heritage. Highlights will include seafood cooking demonstrations, fish cleaning techniques, live entertainment and much more. Free admission. A fun and educational experience for the entire family. Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Amy Tingle, 410-289-6733, inquire@ocvisitor.com, www.ocharborday.com.
Berlin Fall Cruisers
10/06/2012 - 10/06/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.berlinchamber.org
Classic cars line the streets of downtown Berlin. Thousands of visitors come to see these amazing classic cars, browse the shops and eat fabulous food. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Olive Mawyer, chamberinfo@berlinchamber.org
OC Softball Tournament
10/06/2012 - 10/07/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Barbershop Harmony Society
10/12/2012 - 10/13/2012- Phone:
- 570-735-5577
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Highway
Berlin 2nd Annual OctoberFest
10/13/2012 - 10/13/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.BerlinChamber.org
Enjoy German Food, Polka Bands, Beer Garden and more in Historic Downtown Berlin.
Saturday, October 13, 2012 - 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free Admission.
For more information call Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.BerlinChamber.org
OC Softball Tournament
10/13/2012 - 10/14/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Ocean City Restaurant Week - Fall 2012
10/14/2012 - 10/28/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326 x 2
- Address:
- Townwide and West Ocean City
- Website:
- http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com
Many spectacular restaurants will create special menus designed to tempt your taste buds. Special, fixed-priced menus will be offered throughout the two-week event. No passes, tickets or coupons are required. Just simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out during the dates of the promotion. For information call the Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 1-800-626-2326 x 2, www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com, inquire@ocvisitor.com
OCtoberfest
10/19/2012 - 10/21/2012- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
A Beach maze with Halloween displays, music and activities including a family costume parade and a Howl-o-ween costume pet parade. Friday: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 12 noon - 9 p.m. Admission. For more information contact infoevent@aol.com
Another OCtoberfest will be held from October 26-28, 2012.
OC Softball Tournament
10/20/2012 - 10/21/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
OCtoberfest
10/26/2012 - 10/28/2012- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
A Beach maze with Halloween displays, music and activities including a family costume parade and a Howl-o-ween costume pet parade. Friday: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday: 12 noon - 9 p.m. Admission. For more information contact infoevent@aol.com
Ocean City Coin & Currency Show
10/27/2012 - 10/28/2012- Phone:
- 443-623-7025
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Hwy
- Website:
- http://www.coinshows.com
Professional coin & currency dealers will be buying & selling U.S. and World Coins and Currency, plus free appraisals & free admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Carl Ostiguy, 443-623-7025. www.coinshows.com. or ceocoins@comcast.net
Seaside 10/5K
10/27/2012 - 10/27/2012- Address:
- Race begins at the Inlet Parking Area
- Website:
- http://www.octrirunning.com
This well-known event will take place rain or shine! Join in the 10 mile or 5k race with both starting at the Ocean City Inlet. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. The race course includes the world famous Ocean City Boardwalk and then heads out to Coastal Hwy. Registration fees for participants. www.octrirunning.com For information call 443-497-4324
OC Softball Tournament
10/27/2012 - 10/28/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- Northside Park - 125th St.
Facility Usage - Ball Fields #1, #2 & #3 Northside Park
Halloween Spook-out Party
10/28/2012 - 10/28/2012- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- 125th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov
Get your Halloween costume ready and join us at Northside Park gym for carnival games, arts and crafts, hayrides, snacks and much more! Costume contests scheduled throughout the event. For more information contact Kim Kinsey at 410-250-0125. www.oceancitymd.gov
Horseback Riding at Ocean City's Beach
11/01/2012 - 3/30/2013- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- 27th Street south to the Inlet on the Beach
Ocean City now offers horseback riding on the beach during winter, early spring
Permit applications are now available to persons wishing to ride horses on Ocean City’s beach. Applications can be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall at 301 Baltimore Avenue or online at www.oceancitymd.gov.
The cost is $20 for a single-day permit and $50 for a seasonal permit. Horseback riding will be allowed on the beach beginning at 27th Street and extending south to the Inlet jetty between the hours of 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. November 1 to March 30.
Winterfest of Lights 2012 - 2013
11/15/2012 - 1/01/2013- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- Townwide & Northside Park, 127th St.
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Winterfest of Lights has been named a prestigious Top 100 Event for 2010 and 2011 by American Bus Association.
Northside Park, 125th Street & The Bay
Sunday - Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
Enjoy this winter paradise created for the whole family! Take a ride through an animated wonderland on the Winterfest Express. Board the train and sing Christmas Carols as you glide past spectacular lighted displays including the Twelve Days of Christmas and your favorite fairy tales. Visit the Winterfest Village which is located inside a festive, heated pavilion decorated for the season. Buy a cup of hot chocolate at The OC Recreation Boosters cafe, browse the Yukon Cornelius Gift Shop for that special stocking stuffer or OC souvenir. The gift shop offers children’s sizes through Adult 4XL. Live entertainment is scheduled on some nights inside the pavilion. Santa available for photos every night until December 23.
While in Ocean City, drive along the Avenue of Trees on Baltimore Avenue from 15th – 32nd Street. Be sure to visit all of Ocean City, Maryland to create a lasting holiday memory. More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout the town on animated displays.
Holiday Shopper's Fair 2012
11/23/2012 - 11/25/2012- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City
- Website:
- http://www.ococean.com
Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. Unique handmade merchandise, nautical, candles, photography, florals, jewelry, ceramics. Great gift & household items. Children's activities, photo w/Santa & Non-Shopper's lounge. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission. For information call 1-800-626-2326
Berlin Holiday Arts Night & Christmas Tree Lighting
11/25/2012 - 11/25/2012- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- http://www.BerlinChamber.org
Get in the spirit of the holiday season with the Christmas Tree Lighting, caroling and featured artists. Food and beverages available. Free Admission. Sunday, November 25, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information call Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.BerlinChamber.org
Victorian Christmas Celebration - 2012
12/01/2012 - 12/01/2012- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W Market St., Snow Hill, MD
- Website:
- http://www.purnellmuseum.com
Enjoy an old-fashioned holiday party with refreshments, music and kid's activities. Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Admission. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515, mail@purnellmuseum.com, www.purnellmuseum.com
Christmas Parade
12/01/2012 - 12/01/2012- Phone:
- 410-524-9000
- Address:
- Coastal Highway 91st Street to 100th Street
Wonderful holiday parade with high school bands, floats & marching units. Parade Route from 91st Street Coastal Highway to 100th Street. Time TBA. Elaine V. Jarvis, 410-524-9000. Honijarvis@cs.com.
St. Patrick's Day Parade 2013
3/16/2013 - 3/16/2013- Phone:
- 410-289-6156
- Website:
- http://www.DelmarvaIrish.com
MD International Kite Expo 2013
4/26/2013 - 4/28/2013- Phone:
- 410-289-7855
- Address:
- Boardwalk 1st Street to 6th Street
- Website:
- http://www.kiteloft.com
Great spectator and participant event! The Maryland International Kite Exposition will feature three fun filled days of kite flying on the beautiful beaches of Ocean City, Maryland. www.kiteloft.com
Springfest 2013
5/02/2013 - 5/05/2013- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Parking Lot - 809 S. Atlantic Ave
- Website:
- http://htt://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Springfest 2013 celebrates spring and the upcoming summer season. It is four dynamic days of delicious food, live entertainment and unique arts and crafts under four huge big top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City's famous Boardwalk.
Springfest serves up a continuous variety of musical perfomances on two stages. Admission to the four day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts.
Please stay tuned for the entertainment schedule.
Art's Alive 2013
6/15/2013 - 6/16/2013- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125
- Address:
- 125th Street & Bayside
Art’s Alive celebrates 13 years as Ocean City’s biggest and best fine art show. What could be better than fine art at the beach? How about fine art for sale around a beautiful lagoon in a picturesque park with expansive bay views. Visit 100 artists as they sell their works, lunch at the Artists’ Café and enjoy live music while your children enjoy free art activities. Art’s Alive is the art show that has something for everyone.
Don’t forget to take a little bit of Art’s Alive and Ocean City home with you. Stop by the Art’s Alive Official Event Merchandise Tent located in the Information Booth. Merchandise includes T-shirts, jackets, baseball hats, pins and more.
Art’s Alive will take place outdoors rain or shine. Bring the whole family and create an “artsy” Ocean City memory at Art’s Alive 2013. For more information on Art’s Alive, please call the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Celebrate July 4th Downtown 2013
7/04/2013 - 7/04/2013- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
- Address:
- North Division Street & the Beach
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Thursday, July 4, 2013
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 125th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Celebrate July 4th Uptown 2013
7/04/2013 - 7/04/2013- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- Northside Park, 125th St
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Thursday, July 4, 2013
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 125th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Concerts on the Beach 2013
7/10/2013 - 8/28/2013- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- North Division Street Beachfront
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Concerts on the Beach provide free, live entertainment with tribute bands and local favorites. Treat yourself to a collection of summer beach music, watch the sun set, view the sparkling blue ocean and dance by moonlight. There is no better setting for relaxing than Concerts on the Beach. The beach beat will have your hands clapping and your toes tapping to the variety of entertainment from 8 to 9:30 p.m. each Wednesday evening in July and August (except for Wednesday, July 31st.) For more information about Concerts on the Beach, call the Ocean City Department of Recreation and Parks at 410-250-0125.
Concerts: July 10, 17, 24 and August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2013
Sundaes in the Park 2013
7/14/2013 - 8/25/2013- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- 125th Street Bayside
- Website:
- http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html
Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 127th Street and the Bay for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered Sunday evening inJuly and August from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. For a small fee enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay.
July 14, 21, 28, 2013
August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2013 - For more information call 1-800-626-2326.
Sunfest 2013
9/19/2013 - 9/22/2013- Phone:
- 1-800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- Inlet Parking Lot
- Website:
- http://www.ticketmaster.com
Ocean City’s most popular festival! Sunfest celebrates summer's end and fall's fabulous beginning at the Ocean City Inlet Lot and beach. This nationally recognized festival brings family-fun filled days of music, food and array of arts and crafts to the festival grounds. Admission to Sunfest is free.
Nationally known & regionally popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun. All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts. Stay tuned for the entertainment schedule. Festival hours Thurs-Sat., 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. For more information call 1-800-626-2326.
Winefest at the Beach 2013
9/27/2013 - 9/28/2013- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Beach Area
- Website:
- http://www.winefest.com
Annual wine-tasting event!
Welcome to the annual Wine Fest at the beach featuring wineries from the East Coast of the United States. Sample wine tasting, arts and crafts, food and beer sales, live entertainment.
Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Admission. JJ.wine@verizon.net
16th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'
10/10/2013 - 10/13/2013- Phone:
- 1-800-626-2326
- Address:
- Inlet Parking Lot & 4001 Coastal Highway
- Website:
- http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com
In addition to the events at the Inlet Parking Lot, check out the events at the Ocean City Convention Center on October 10, 11 & 12, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hot rod car show features more than 2,000 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. Admission. Events at the Inlet : Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meredith Hennen, 410-798-6304. For more information, please click on: www.endlesssummercruisin.com, or e-mail infoevent@aol.com
16th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'/Conv. Center 2013
10/10/2013 - 10/12/2013- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
- Address:
- 4001 Coastal Highway & Inlet Parking Lot
- Website:
- http://www.endlessummercruisin.com
Hot rod car show features more than 2,000 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. Admission. AT THE INLET PARKING LOT: Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meredith Hennen, 410-798-6304. www.endlesssummercruisin.com, infoevent@aol.com
Convention Center Events: Thursday, Oct. 10; Friday, Oct 11 & Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Winterfest of Lights 2013-2014
11/21/2013 - 1/01/2014- Phone:
- 800-626-2326
- Address:
- 125th St & Bayside
- Website:
- http://www.ococean.com



