Ocean City, Maryland

Sep 03-05 2010 Labor Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival

Tasteful mix of mediums including oil and watercolors, woodworking & furniture, stained glass, glass art, candles, pottery and more. Unique gift and household items. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. ahastings@ocshows.info.

Sep 16-19 2010 Delmarva Bike Week

Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy rides and activities throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. Motorcycle related activities with displays, exhibits, entertainment, vendors, celebrities, manufacturers & more. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.

Sep 17-19 2010 Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show

14k, sterling 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.

Sep 23-24 2010 Sandcastle Home Tour

Unique Ocean City area homes on display in this popular annual event. Thurs.& Fri. Tickets required. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

Sep 23-26 2010 Sunfest Kite Festival

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.

Sep 23-26 2010 Sunfest

Sunfest celebrates its 36th year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival.

Ocean City’s Sunfest earns top national ranking

Ocean City, MD – 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. Springfest, the town’s spring season kick-off held in May, remains in the top 20 on the magazine’s annual “200 Best” list.

According to one of the magazine’s “200 Best” voters, “Sunfest is by far the best contemporary craft show in the country. Easily the best…well organized, well promoted, well attended…”

This year’s Sunfest, which takes place at the Inlet Lot and beach, is set for September 23-26 with over 180 crafters, live entertainment, hayrides on the beach and a bountiful offering of food. Admission to the festival is free.

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. Children can enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the Beach. Sunfest 2010 has something for everyone.
September 23 -26, 2010
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Headline entertainment includes:

Thurs., Sept 23, 8 p.m. The Hubcaps

Fri., Sept 24, 8 p.m. Phil Vassar with Gloriana

Sat., Sept 25, 8 p.m. Blood Sweat and Tears with Chuck Negron

Sun., Sept 26, 4:30 p.m. FREE SHOW with Beatlemania Again (no ticket required)

Tickets on sale now through ticketmaster.com. or 800-551-7328.

OC Convention Center Box Office Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Take advantage of these convenient transportation options to Sunfest:

Use Park & Ride on Rt 50 in West Ocean City; park free and take shuttle into OC for $1.

Park at Convention Center south lot on 40th St. Take Sunfest Express for $2.

Ride the Boardwalk Tram to Sunfest for $3 per person one-way and enjoy the Boardwalk sights as you travel to the festival.

Park and Ride from the following locations

    * Ocean City Park & Ride just off Route. 50
    * Public Safety building at 65th Street
    * Municipal Lot at 100th Street
    * Northside Park (walk to bus) 125th Street
    * Handicap bus drop-off and pick up location on site

http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html

http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/sunfest.html

Oct 01-02 2010 Winefest on the Beach

Annual wine-tasting event!

Samples, arts & crafts, live music,food vendors & micro-brew beer.

Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Admission.

Oct 02 2010 Harbor Day at the Docks - A Waterfront Heritage Festival

“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.- 5 p.m. 800-626-2326. Ext. 2. www.ocharborday.com.

Oct 02-03 2010 Ocean City Coin & Currency Show

Thirty or more coin & currency dealers buying & selling, 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.

Oct 07-10 2010 Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'

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.

Oct 08-09 2010 Oktoberfest Art & Craft Fair

Over 100 exhibitiors display hand-crafted gifts, fine art, jewelry, home decor' and more. Admission to this event includes Oktoberfest. Fri., 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 410-213-8090. www.oceanpromotions.info.

Oct 08-09 2010 Oktoberfest

Eat, drink & be merry with schnitzels, wursts & barrels of bier. Twol days & two nights of continuous entertainment including the Pennsylvania Villagers, Happy Wanderers and many more. Admission includes craft show. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. Mike Wicklein/Starr George. www.oceanpromotions.info. oceanpromotions@beachin.net. 410-213-8090

Oct 15-16 2010 Free State Corvette Weekend

Great annual event for Corvette enthusiasts and owners. Car shows, road rallies, a boardwalk parade and other related activities raise money for charity. Registration begins Friday at 11 a.m. Sat., car shows and parade at the Inlet 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with parade beginning at 4 p.m. 410-590-5630. www.freestatecorvette.com.

Oct 17-24 2010 Ocean City Fall Restaurant Week

During the week, many spectacular restaurants will offer a special fixed-price three course dinner menu for just $30 and/or a two course menu for $20 (tax, gratuity and alcohol not included) No passes, tickets or coupons are required. Instead, diners may simply visit their favorite participating restaurants throughout the week to enjoy the special prix fixe menus. It is strongly recommended that you make advance reservations.

Oct 23-24 2010 Coastal Style Luxury Living Show

Coastal Style Magazine Comes to Life! Exhibitors in the fields of interior design, flooring, kitchen design, travel, custom swimming pools, financial advisement & more.

One of a kind event that highlights products & services of the region’s most prestigious businesses. Admission. Sat. & sun, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 410-213-9491. www.CoastalStyleexpo.com.

Oct 30 2010 OC Classics Karate Tournament

9th Annual event features competition in the marshall arts from 10 different states.

Spectator fee is $15. Registration fees for participants. Registration 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Divisions begin at 10 a.m.

Oct 30 2010 Seaside 10

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. 10 mile race begins at 9:00 a.m. with 5 k at 9:15 a.m. The race course includes the world famous Ocean City Boardwalk and then heads out to Coastal Hwy. Post-race events include music and awards ceremony.

Registration fees for participants. www.octrirunning.com

Nov 06-07 2010 Fallfest of Fine Art

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.

Nov 06-07 2010 Christmas Craft Expo

Christmas Craft Expo provides an opportunity to find a unique gift or something for your home. Admission includes fine art show. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A Hastings, 410-524-9177. duckmandon@comcast.net.

Nov 18 - Jan 2, 2011 Winterfest of Lights

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.

Admission is $4.00 for those 10 years & older, and FREE for those 9 years and younger.

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 tent 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 tent. 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.

Nov 20 2010 Turkey Trot

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. Saturday. For information, Eagles Landing, 410-213-7277. www.eagleslandinggolf.com.

Nov 26-28 2010 Holiday Shopper's Fair

Holiday shopping extravaganza. Quality photography, florals, jewelry, nautical items, toys, candles, & 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).

Nov 27 2010 Putting on the Ritz- An Evening to Remember Overlooking the Bay

The Art League of Ocean City presents the First Annual "Putting on the Ritz- An Evening to Remember Overlooking the Bay." Cocktail reception, hors d'oeuvres, open bar, gourmet dinner and dancing. Held at the ballroom of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Saturday, November 27th. 7 p.m. til midnight. Proceeds will go towards Convention Center art program and the Art League of Ocean City. Tickets $100 per person, $1000 reserved table for ten. Tickets soon available at the Convention Center Box Office open Mon.-Fri., except holidays, 8 a.m. to 4: 30 p.m. Call 410-289-2800. Don't miss this elegant evening!

Dec 04 2010 Christmas Parade

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 tentatively: 100th Street north to 115th Street at mall. Honey Jarvis, 410-524-9000. Honijarvis@cs.com.

Dec 31 2010 New Year's Eve

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 night. Call your favorite spot or 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) for general information.

Jan 15-16 2011 North American Craft Show

Jan 15-16 2011 Nautical and Wildlife Art Festival

Mar 18-20 2011 Home Condo & Garden Art & Craft Fair

Mar 18-20 2011 Home Condo & Garden Show

Apr 22-23 2011 Easter Art & Craft Fair

May 05-08 2011 Springfest

Vendor Application
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Springfest 2011 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 performances on two stages. Admission to the four day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts. Check back to see the announcement of our headline acts.

Bring your appetite so you can enjoy delicious food from famous Eastern Shore delicacies as well as a wide assortment of ethnic food. Over 30 food vendors serve a variety of delicious food, as the Springfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations during the Springfest 2011 celebration.

Ride the Boardwalk tram directly to the Springfest grounds for only $3 per person one-way. The tram runs from 10 a.m. to midnight on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

The Springfest Express offers direct service for festival attendees traveling from the Roland E. Powell Convention Center South Inlet. This is a non-stop express that takes you directly to the Springfest grounds for only $2 all day. Parking is free at the Convention Center south lot. Shuttles depart the lot every 30 minutes from 9 a.m. until 30 minutes following the end of the evening’s last concert, Thursday through Saturday, and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Due to limited parking around the festival, and for your convenience, park your vehicle for free at the following locations and ride the bus – It’s the way to go.

Presbyterian Church on 13th Street
Public Safety Building at 65th Street
Ocean Plaza Mall on 94th Street
Gold Coast Mall at 115th Street
Northside Park on 125th Street

Take advantage of the Town’s Park & Ride location on Route 50 in West Ocean City. Park your car for free and hop on the non-stop shuttle that takes you round trip.
(If you require special assistance with handicapped transportation, please call 410-723-1606)

Visit the Official Event Merchandise Shop located just inside the Main Entrance. Don’t forget your official 2011 Springfest tee! Toddler, youth and adult sizes through 4XL are available. For more information about Springfest, call the Ocean City Recreation & Parks Department at 410-250-0125, or toll-free 1-800-626-2326.

Springfest Vendor Application

800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125

May 28-29 2011 Spring Arts and Crafts Show

Jun 11-12 2011 Ocean City Air Show

Saturday & Sunday, June 11 & 12, 2011
12 noon to 4:00 p.m.
Rehearsal Day Friday

Celebrating its fourth year, the Ocean City Air Show is back bigger and better than ever. 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. www.ocairshow.com.

Jun 18-19 2011 Arts Alive

Art’s Alive celebrates 11 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.

Art’s Alive is a juried, fine art show with work for sale in 12 categories including ceramics, drawing, fiber, furniture, glass, printmaking, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture and fine wood. Artists compete for $5,250 in cash prizes. A special thanks goes to the Art League of Ocean City for their support of Art’s Alive.

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 2011. For more information on Art’s Alive, please call the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.

Jul 04 2011 Celebrate July 4th Downtown

FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Monday, July 4, 2011
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.

Jul 04 2011 Celebrate July 4th Uptown

FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Monday, July 4, 2011
8 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Jul 25-27 2011 Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival

Sep 22-25 2011 Sunfest 2011

Nov 17 - Jan 1, 2012 Winterfest of Lights

Feb 17-19 2012 Seaside Boat Show

Mar 04-05 2012 Ocean City Hotel, Motel, Restaurant Assn. Trade Show

Sep 15-17 2012 Columbia Beauty Supply