The Official Site of Ocean City, MD • 1-800-OC-OCEAN
It’s all happening here. And we do mean “all.”
Springfest, summer beach bonfires, 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!
Art League of Ocean City Exhibit & Receptions
1/01/2009 - 12/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-9433
- Address:
- 94th Street
- Website:
- www.artleagueofoceancity.org
Continuous exhibits featuring local & regional artists
Complemented by a monthly reception, held the first Friday of each month, from 5-7 p.m.
Light refreshments offered.
Free & open to the public.
Gallery open:
Tues - Thurs: 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Fri - Sun, 1- 4 p.m.
410-524-9433
www.artleagueofoceancity.org
Julia A. Purnell Museum Exhibit
4/01/2009 - 10/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 West Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863
- Website:
- www.purnellmuseum.com
New exhibit featuring children's toys & clothing from the 19th & 20th centuries.
Admission:
Tues - Sat: 10 am- 4 pm
Sun: 1-4 pm
Claire Otterbein
410-632-0515
www.purnellmuseum.com
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
4/17/2009 - 12/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-289-4991
- Address:
- South end of Boardwalk
- Website:
- www.ocmuseum.org
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
Movies on the Beach & More
6/29/2009 - 8/14/2009- Address:
- 27th St. Beach
Every Monday and Friday evening enjoy games and movie on the beach with our new 16-foot projector.
Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge.
Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean.
Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m.
Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.
June 29
July 3,6,10,13,17,20,24,27,31
August 3,7,10,14
Family Beach Olympics
6/30/2009 - 8/11/2009- Address:
- 27th St. 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.
June 30
July 7, 14, 21, 28
August 4, 11
Life-Saving Station Museum
7/01/2009 - 8/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-289-4991
- Address:
- South end of Boardwalk
- Website:
- www.ocmuseum.org
Free Summer Program
Gather outside the museum for fun facts & topics.
A different subject each day.
Monday-Saturday, 10:30 am.
Topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, & all about sharks.
410-289-4991
Sandy@ocmuseum.org
www.ocmuseum.org
Concert & Fireworks Uptown and Downtown
7/04/2009 - 7/04/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
- Address:
- The Bay & N. Division St. & the Beach
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Bring the entire family for an old-fashioned Fourth of July.
Family fun begins at 8 p.m.
Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
For more information, visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Bonfire Hour
7/09/2009 - 8/29/2009- Address:
- N. Division St. Beach
Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City.
A different speaker each week.
Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
July 9, 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20, 27
OC Tuna Tournament
7/10/2009 - 7/12/2009- Phone:
- 800-322-3065
- Address:
- OC Fishing Center, off Rt. 50
- Website:
- www.oceancitytunatournament.com
East Coast’s largest tuna tournament. Weigh-ins: Fri & Sat 4-7:30 pm and Sun 4-7 pm. 800-322-3065 www.oceancitytunatournament.com
Captain Craig Swim
7/11/2009 - 7/11/2009- Address:
- 7th St on the Beach
- Website:
- www.ococean.com./ocbp
Come swim the Captain Craig mile or Ginny Craig quarter mile.
Registration fee, begins at 5 p.m.
All spectators are welcome.
Saturday, 6 p.m.
www.ococean.com./ocbp
Sundaes In the Park
7/12/2009 - 8/23/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
- Address:
- Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups.
Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee.
Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8 p.m.
Children’s entertainment presented each week.
July 12, 19, 26
August 2, 9, 16, 23
For more information, call 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) or visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Concerts on the Beach
7/15/2009 - 9/02/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- N. Division St. Beach
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights.
Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
July 15, 22
August 5, 12, 19, 26
September 2
For more information, visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Starpower National Talent Competition
7/19/2009 - 7/24/2009- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.starpowertalent.com
World competition for all dancers who qualified at regionals held across the United States. Activities take place from 8 a.m. to approx. 7 p.m. each day. www.starpowertalent.com.
Greek Festival
7/24/2009 - 7/26/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-0990
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
Be Greek for a weekend! Enjoy traditional Greek cuisine, authentic Greek music & dancing, & shop with the many unique vendors. Come for lunch, dinner, desserts & more. Admission. Fri. & Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-9 p.m. St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524-0990. stgeorge@beachin.net.
Mitch Maiorana Run, Swim, Run
7/25/2009 - 7/25/2009- Address:
- 7th St. & the Beac
- Website:
- www.ococean.com./ocbp
Registration fee to compete, spectators welcome! Saturday, 6 p.m. www.ococean.com./ocbp.
Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
7/27/2009 - 7/29/2009- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.jesusatthebeach.org.
Christian praise, drama, dance, music & worship. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday. Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Convention Center; 7-10 p.m. on the beach. Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296. www.jesusatthebeach.org.
Polish Festival- Sunset Park
7/28/2009 - 7/28/2009- Address:
- S. Division St. & the Bay
Ocean City’s bayside park hosts Polish Night.
Share the beauty of different cultures with live entertainment, food & a wine garden.
Tuesday, 5-9 p.m.
SPARK Productions -- OC Custom Car & Bike Show
8/01/2009 - 8/02/2009- Phone:
- 302-436-0183
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.occarshow.com
Dubbed Ocean City’s celebrity car show, the event that features top name performances & the hottest vehicles on the planet. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com.
Blessing of the Combine
8/01/2009 - 8/01/2009- Phone:
- 410-632 -3838
- Address:
- Downtown, Snow Hill
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, children’s activities, arts & crafts, parade of combines & tractors. Car & motorcycle show. Saturday. 11-4 p.m. Becky Payne, 410-632 -3838.
White Marlin Open
8/03/2009 - 8/07/2009- Phone:
- 410-289-9229
- Address:
- Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay
- Website:
- www.whitemarlinopen.com
World’s largest billfish tournament.
Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m.
Over 400 boats participated last year for $3.5 million in prize money.
Registration fees for participating boats.
Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. www.whitemarlinopen.com.
Worcester County Fair
8/07/2009 - 8/09/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-3329
- Address:
- Byrd Park, Snow Hill
- Website:
- www.worcestercountyfair.com
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, pony rides, lawnmower pull, vintage motorcycles, cake auction & more. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kirby Collins, 410-632-3329. www.worcestercountyfair.com.
Antiques-by-the-Sea Antique Show
8/07/2009 - 8/09/2009- Phone:
- 410-289-3453
- Address:
- Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
- Website:
- www.stpaulsbythesea.org
66th annual antique show, one of the oldest on the Eastern Shore, features exhibits & sales by scores of area antique vendors. Admission. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Jennifer Pearson, 410-289-3453. www.stpaulsbythesea.org.
Kids Crab Round-up
8/08/2009 - 8/08/2009- Address:
- 125th Street & Bay
Morning of fun & learning about blue crabs & their environment. All necessary equipment is provided. A small prize for all children who participate. For children 12 years & under accompanied by an adult. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Bob Gilmore, Ocean City Parrotheads, opbobgil@aol.com
OC Beach Patrol Competition
8/11/2009 - 8/11/2009- Address:
- 14th Street & Beach
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/ocbp/index.html
Watch the OCBP lifeguards compete against each other in events such as tug-of-war, swimming & running. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.http://town.ocean-city.md.us/ocbp/index.html.
WOMAA World Martial Games X
8/21/2009 - 8/23/2009- Phone:
- 443-366-6277
- Address:
- Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
- Website:
- www.womaa.com
"America's World Martial Arts Exposition 2009". Truly an international event with participants from as many as 53 countries. Previous tournaments held in Australia, Ireland and Spain. Tournament encompasses all styles, systems and all ages of participation. Friday opening ceremonies begin at 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. activities begin at 9 a.m. Entry fee to participate. Spectator admission fees, multi-day pass available. 443-366-6277. womaa@intercom.net. or www.womaa.com.
Greek Party-Sunset Park
8/25/2009 - 8/25/2009- Address:
- S. Division St. and the Bay
- Website:
- ococean.com
Celebrate Greek culture with live entertainment, food & a wine garden. Tuesday, 5-9 p.m.
Delmarva Needle Art Show & Competition
9/01/2009 - 10/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
- Website:
- www.purnellmuseum.com
Popular exhibit of regional needle art including quilts, embroidery & more. Admission. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.
Concerts on the Beach
9/02/2009 - 9/02/2009- Phone:
- 1-800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- N. Division St. and the Beach
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
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). For more information, visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html.
Labor Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival
9/04/2009 - 9/06/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-9177
- Address:
- 40th St. & Bay
A fun shopping experience with art & crafters displaying unique items for show & sale. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 410-524-9177.
Labor Day Weekend Concert
9/05/2009 - 9/05/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- N. Division St. Beach
Enjoy free concert on the beach to celebrate the holiday weekend! Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the weekend beside the ocean. Saturday, 8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
Delmarva Bike Week
9/17/2009 - 9/20/2009- Website:
- www.delmarvabikeweek.com
Motorcycle related activities with rides, entertainment, vendors, celebrities, manufacturers & more. Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy four days of fun. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bruce Bennett. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show
9/18/2009 - 9/20/2009- Phone:
- 804-746-7663
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
14k, sterling jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, crystals & more. 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. bhaney8081@aol.com
Run for the Rocks
9/20/2009 - 9/20/2009Come run a 5k, 10k or 10-mile race. Sponsored by the Beach Patrol, event is open to the public. Sunday, 7 a.m. www.ococean.com/ocbp.
Sandcastle Home Tour
9/24/2009 - 9/25/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-9433
- Website:
- www.artleagueofoceancity.org
Unique Ocean City area homes on display in this popular annual event. Thurs.& Fri. Tickets required. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Sunfest
9/24/2009 - 9/27/2009- Phone:
- 1-800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Website:
- 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 and includes hayrides, children's activities and more. Nationally known & regionally popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun. All entertainment is free with the exception of this year’s headline acts. Thursday enjoy dance favorite The Village People, tickets are $25, 20 & 15. Friday see Little Big Town with seats $40, 35, 32, 30, 27 & 20. Saturday, September 26, Rick Springfield. Tickets are $50, 45, 40, 35, 30, 25 & 20. Tickets for headline entertainment will be on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office. Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding Town of Ocean City holidays, or by calling TicketMaster at 1-800-551-SEAT, in Baltimore/Washington, call 410-481-SEAT, www.ticketmaster.com. Nothing delights the eye more than our artisans’ unique designs of fine art & distinctive crafts. Enjoy watching the artist as they reveal their technique at the Demonstrating Artist tent. Try the bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food. Children’s activities are available on Saturday & Sunday. Festival hours Thurs-Sat., 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. 800-626-2326. Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle bus to Sunfest for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart from the south lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street, ride all day for $2. Sunfest '09 shines daily 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday On Sunday, from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) For more information, visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html.
Sunfest Kite Festival
9/24/2009 - 9/27/2009- Phone:
- 410-289-7855
- Address:
- 1st - 6th Street
- Website:
- 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. Thurs.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855. www.kiteloft.com.
Berlin Fiddlers Convention
9/25/2009 - 9/27/2009- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Main Street, Berlin
- Website:
- www.BerlinFiddlersConvention.com
Annual event begins Friday evening with a free concert, continues through the music competition on Saturday. On Sunday morning at 10 a.m., a Bluegrass Gospel Jam followed by a Bluegrass Jam from noon to 3 p.m. Also crafters & food. Fri., 6-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Steve Frene, 410-641-4775. www.BerlinFiddlersConvention.com.
Family Campfire on the Beach
10/02/2009 - 10/02/2009- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- 130th and the Beach
- Website:
- www.ocsportscamps.com
Bring your family for a night of fun with a good old-fashioned campfire. Entertainment storytelling, music & refreshments. S’mores & hot chocolate offered. Bring your beach blankets, warm clothes & the whole family for a night out on the beach. Friday, 6-8 p.m.. Kim Kinsey, 410-250-0125. www.ocsportscamps.com.
Winefest on the Beach
10/02/2009 - 10/03/2009- Website:
- www.winefest.com
Wineries from across the Mid-Atlantic region. Arts & crafts, continuous entertainment on our stage in the sand, food available & more. Admission. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.. -7 p.m. Christina Nokes. www.winefest.com.
CEO Coins, Currency and Treasures Coin Show
10/03/2009 - 10/04/2009- Phone:
- 443-623-7025
- Address:
- 40th and the Bay
- Website:
- www.coinbrowser.com
Thirty or more coin & currency dealers buying & selling, plus free appraisals & free admission. Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Carl Ostiguy, 443-623-7025. www.coinbrowser.com.
Chesapeake Celtic Festival
10/03/2009 - 10/04/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-2032
- Address:
- 3816 Old Furnace Road, Snow Hill, MD
- Website:
- www.celticfest.net
Border Collies herding sheep, music & dance in three performance areas. Pipe bands, clan booths, heritage talks, Medieval encampment, food court, Celtic marketplace & demonstrations. Admission. Sat. & Sun., 11a.m.-5:30 p.m. 410-632-2032. www.celticfest.net.
12th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'
10/08/2009 - 10/11/2009- Phone:
- 410-798-6304
- Website:
- www.endlesssummercruisin.com
Hot rod car show features more than 1,500 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. Admission. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Meredith Hennen, 410-798-6304. www.endlesssummercruisin.com.
Oktoberfest
10/09/2009 - 10/11/2009- Phone:
- 410-213-8090
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.oceanpromotions.info
Eat, drink & be merry with schnitzels, wursts & barrels of bier. Three full days & two nights of continuous entertainment including Jolly Joe & the Bavarians, the Adler Family, Enzian Volkstanzgruppe Dancers & more. Admission includes craft show. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Mike Wicklein/Starr George. www.oceanpromotions.info. oceanpromotions@beachin.net. 410-213-8090
Oktoberfest Art & Craft Fair
10/09/2009 - 10/11/2009- Phone:
- 410-213-8090
- Address:
- 40th and the Bay
- Website:
- www.oceanpromotions.info
Harbor Day at the Docks - A Waterfront Heritage Festival
10/10/2009 - 10/10/2009- Address:
- waterfront and parking lot adjacent to Sunset Avenue
- Website:
- 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. The program will be held along the waterfront and parking lot adjacent to Sunset Avenue in West Ocean City. Harbor Day - At The Docks will focus on maritime traditions such as commercial fishing, sport fishing, marine aquaculture, safety at sea and local seafood processing. Event highlights will include seafood cooking demonstrations, fish cleaning techniques, net mending, scallop harvesting, marlin rigging, children’s games, and many other local maritime related topics, all held outside along the waterfront.
Fiberfest
10/10/2009 - 10/10/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St. Snow Hill
- Website:
- www.purnellmuseum.com
Annual textile festival includes vendors with handcrafted items, exhibits, children’s activities, animals, food & more. Festival admission free. Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.
Free State Corvette Weekend
10/17/2009 - 10/17/2009- Phone:
- 410-590-5630
- Website:
- www.freestatecorvette.com
A weekend of Corvette enthusiasts celebrating 23 years in Ocean City with proceeds from event going to Maryland charities. Over 850 Corvettes registered for event in 2008. Saturday car show 9:30 a.m.- noon at Inlet, followed by boardwalk parade at 4 p.m. Wyatt Greenwalt, 410-590-5630. www.freestatecorvette.com.
Coastal Style Luxury Living Show
10/23/2009 - 10/25/2009- Phone:
- 410-213-9491
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.CoastalStyleMag.com
One of a kind event that highlights products & services of the region’s most prestigious businesses. Admission. Fri., noon-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. 410-213-9491. www.CoastalStyleMag.com.
Julia A. Purnell’s Birthday Party
10/27/2009 - 10/27/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
- Website:
- www.purnellmuseum.com
Free admission & birthday cake. Tuesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.
Halloween Spook-out Party
10/31/2009 - 10/31/2009- Phone:
- 410-250-0125
- Address:
- 125th Street and the Bay
- Website:
- www.ocsportscamps.com
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. Saturday, 1-3 p.m.. Chris Clarke, 410-250-0125. www.ocsportscamps.com
2009 Seaside 10
10/31/2009 - 10/31/2009- Address:
- Boardwalk
- Website:
- http://www.octrirunning.com
Saturday, October 31, 2009 8:00AM Due to the cost reductions by the Town of Ocean City, Seaside 10 has been converted to a Private Event. The good news is there will be a Seaside 10. Chris Klebe is the new promoter of this 10 Mile and 5 K running race throughout town. A couple of changes have already happened for the better. The race starts at 8:00 a.m., the route has been altered to stay on the Boardwalk and there will be a host hotel. For an application and more information go to http://octrirunning.com. Thank you to all who have supported this event for the past 12+ years and please support Chris Klebe. For more information on this event please go to http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Swing for Youth Golf Open
11/07/2009 - 11/07/2009- Phone:
- 410-213-7277
- Address:
- 12367 Eagles Nest Road
- Website:
- www.eagleslandinggolf.com
Four-player Florida scramble with best two balls out of four. Benefits OC Recreation Boosters, which earmark all funds for youth recreation programs. Saturday. For information, Eagles Landing, 410-213-7277. www.eagleslandinggolf.com.
Fallfest of Fine Art & Christmas Craft Expo
11/07/2009 - 11/08/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-9177
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors & high craft artisans. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. duckmandon@comcast.net.
Winterfest of Lights
11/19/2009 - 1/02/2010- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
- Address:
- Townwide & Northside Park, 127th St.
- Website:
- http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Ocean City's Winterfest of Lights presents dazzling lights on winter nights from November 19 - January 2. Almost a million holiday lights sparkle throughout your favorite beach resort. Enjoy this award-winning holiday paradise created for the whole family! Tour the streets of Ocean City to see the old-fashioned lighted wreaths & the Avenue of Trees on Baltimore Avenue from 15th to 32nd Streets. Take a night drive through the tunnel of lights at the Inlet, then head to Northside Park. Take a ride on the Winterfest Express where you'll discover a winter wonderland of spectacular animated displays including the themed exhibits of the Twelve Days of Christmas and your favorite fairy tales. Or, relax in the heated tent, enjoy entertainment on selected nights & sip hot chocolate at the new patio café. Stop off at Winterfest Village for a cup of hot chocolate and a visit with Santa. Browse Yukon Cornelius' Gift Shop for holiday presents. Small fee to ride tram. Free for those 11 & younger. Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 5:30-10:30 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN. (800-626-2326) 410-250-0125. For more information, visit http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html
Turkey Trot
11/21/2009 - 11/21/2009- Phone:
- 410-213-7277
- Address:
- 12367 Eagles Nest Road
- Website:
- www.eagleslandinggolf.com
One of the last chances for a great golf tournament before cold weather. Four-player scramble for adults, includes a turkey feast after play. Grab your friends & join us at Ocean City’s award-winning course. Sunday. For information, Eagles Landing, 410-213-7277. www.eagleslandinggolf.com.
Annual Black Friday 550 Rockfish Tournament
11/27/2009 - 11/28/2009- Phone:
- 800-322-3065
- Address:
- 12940 Inlet Isle Lane
- Website:
- www.ocfishing.com
Free slip with tournament entry. Weigh-ins Fri., 10 a.m.-noon & 5-7 p.m.; Sat., 9-11 a.m. & 5-7 p.m. Jessica Pollimeier, 800-322-3065. www.ocfishing.com
Holiday Shopper's Fair
11/27/2009 - 11/29/2009- Phone:
- 410-723-8605 800-OC-OCEAN
- Address:
- 40th St. and the Bay
Holiday shopping extravaganza. Quality photography, florals, jewelry, nautical items, toys, candles, sports autographs & more. Children's activities are offered along with a visit with Santa. Non-shoppers lounge. Admission. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Janice Cropper, 410-723-8605. 800-OC-OCEAN. (800-626-2326).
Victorian Christmas
12/03/2009 - 12/25/2009- Phone:
- 410-641-4775
- Address:
- Berlin
- Website:
- www.berlinmdcc.org
Celebrations include life-sized storybook window displays, horse & carriage rides, house tours, concerts, parade. Victorian fashion show & teas. Santa visits weekends at the Atlantic Hotel & music fills the streets. Fee for some events. Carol Kenney, 410-641-4775. www.berlinmdcc.org.
War on the Shore Wrestling
12/04/2009 - 12/05/2009- Phone:
- 410-641-2171
- Address:
- Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
- Website:
- http://stephendecatur.org/warontheshore2009.
Area schools from the Mid-Atlantic region compete in this large, multi-day championship wrestling event for prizes, awards and trophies.
Sponsored By Stephen Decatur High School. 410-641-2171.
http://stephendecatur.org/warontheshore2009.
Victorian Christmas Celebration
12/05/2009 - 12/05/2009- Phone:
- 410-632-0515
- Address:
- 208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
- Website:
- www.purnellmuseum.com
Experience a 19th century Christmas celebration with live music, sweets, mulled cider & a Victorian Christmas tree. Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.
Christmas Parade
12/05/2009 - 12/05/2009- Phone:
- 410-524-9000
Wonderful holiday parade with high school bands, floats & marching units. Many activities in Gold Coast Mall following the parade. Saturday, 11 a.m. Parade route to be announced. Honey Jarvis, 410-524-9000. Honijarvis@cs.com.
New Year's Eve
12/31/2009 - 12/31/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
Townwide celebrations at your favorite hotel or restaurant
Enjoy ringing in the new year at your favorite summer place. Many Ocean City hotels, clubs & restaurants offer special packages or menus for this special Thursday night. Call your favorite spot or 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) for general information.
New Year's Eve Bus Rides
12/31/2009 - 12/31/2009- Phone:
- 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
The Town of Ocean City offers free bus services for New Year's Eve from 6 a.m. New Year's Eve to 6 a.m. New Year's Day. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
Nautical & Wildlife Art Festival
1/16/2010 - 1/17/2010- Phone:
- 410-524-9177
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
The Shore’s premier presentation of nautical & wildlife artists in residence. Noted painters, sculptors, model shipbuilders & multi-media artists highlight this annual show. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. duckmandon@comcast.net.
North American Craft Show
1/16/2010 - 1/17/2010- Phone:
- 410-524-9177
- Address:
- 40th Street and the Bay
Variety of quality, juried arts & crafters exhibiting their products for sale. Music. Food available. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. duckmandon@comcast.net.


