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OCOcean RSS Feed Descriptionen-us(c) 2012 Ocean City Maryland2012-05-16T17:46:13+01:00MPLat RSS Feed GeneratorEvents for Ocean City MarylandMay 06-20 2012 Ocean City Restaurant Week Spring 2012
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<p>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, <a href="http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com">www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com</a>, <a href="mailto:inquire@ocvisitor.com">inquire@ocvisitor.com</a></p>http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-weekMay 17-20 2012 Cruisin' Ocean City 2012
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<h2>Popular car show features over 3,400 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars and more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vendor midway and more. Show Hours: Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m at the Inlet and 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Ocean City Convention Center. Admission. Boardwalk Parades.</h2>
<p> So many things to see and do, so make sure you cruise on down to Ocean City MD for the 22nd Annual Cruisin' Ocean City.</p>
<p>CONCERT: Saturday evening at Hoopers Crab House (Route 50,) under the big top tent, "Golden Touch" will be performing starting at 7p.m. The event is free for anyone with a Cruisin' badge, $10 for the general public at the door.</p>
<p>For additional information visit <a href="http://www.cruisinoceancity.com">www.cruisinoceancity.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/cruisin-ocean-city-2012May 26-27 2012 Spring Arts and Crafts Show 2012
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<p>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.</p>
<p>Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. FREE ADMISSION</p>
<p>Janice Cropper, 410-213-0735; <a href="mailto:Cropperjl@aol.com">Cropperjl@aol.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/spring-arts-and-crafts-show-2012May 27 - Sep 2, 2012 Beach Lights Spectacular
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<p>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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/beach-lights-spectacularMay 29 - Sep 2, 2012 Beach Fireworks
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<p>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 <a href="http://www.specialeventpro.com">www.specialeventpro.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/beach-fireworksMay 31 - Jun 3, 2012 Baltimore Ravens Beach Bash Weekend
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<p>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.
<p>For full details of this event click <a href="http://www.ococean.com/ravens">here</a></p>
</p>http://ococean.com/events/ravensMay 31 - Jun 3, 2012 Baltimore Ravens Beach Bash Weekend
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<p>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.
<p>For full details of this event click <a href="../../../ravens">here</a></p>
</p>http://ococean.com/events/ravensJun 09-10 2012 Ocean City Air Show 2012
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<h2><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;">The Ocean City Air Show has been named a Top 100 Event in the country by American Bus Association for 2011!</span></span></span></h2>
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<p><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Saturday & Sunday,</strong> <strong>June 9-10</strong> <strong>2012 - Show Dates </strong></span></span></span></p>
<p><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>Purchase tickets online. <a href="http://www.ocairshow.com">www.ocairshow.com</a></strong></span></span></span></p>
<p><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>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!</strong></span></span></span></p>
<p><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong></strong></span></span></span></p>
<h1><strong><span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" lang="EN">The Thunderbirds return!</span></span></span></strong><br /></h1>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="mso-ansi-language: EN;" lang="EN">Celebrating its fifth year, the Ocean City Air Show is back with the return of the Thunderbirds.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>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.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>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. <a href="http://ocairshow.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #003366;">www.ocairshow.com</span></a>.</span></p>
<p> <span class="departmenthead1"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-size: 6.0pt;"><span style="color: #0000ff;"><strong>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 <a href="http://www.ocairshow.com">www.ocairshow.com</a></strong></span></span></span></p>
<p>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! </p>http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-air-showJun 09-10 2012 OC Car & Truck Show 2012
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<h3>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. <a href="http://www.occarshow.com">www.occarshow.com</a></h3>
<h3>Tickets sold at door.<br /><br />Admission.<br />Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.<br />Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. <br /><br />Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183. <a href="http://www.occarshow.com/" target="_blank">www.occarshow.com</a>. <a href="mailto:occarshow02@aol.com">occarshow02@aol.com</a>.</h3>http://ococean.com/events/oc-car-and-truck-showJun 10 2012 Flag Day 2012
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<h2 class="style28">Celebrate the nation’s symbol!</h2>
<p class="style28">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.</p>
<p class="style28">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.</p>
<p class="style28"> 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. </p>http://ococean.com/events/flag-dayJun 13-17 2012 Ocean City Shark Tournament 2012
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<p>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 <a href="http://www.ocsharktournament.com">www.ocsharktournament.com</a>.</p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-shark-tournament-2012Jun 14 - Aug 23, 2012 Arts on the Dock
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<p>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, <a href="http://www.ocfishing.com">www.ocfishing.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/arts-on-the-dockJun 16-17 2012 Arts Alive 2012
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<p>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. <br /><br />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. <br /><br />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.</p>
<p>Saturday, June 16 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p>
<p>Sunday, June 17 - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p>http://ococean.com/events/arts-aliveJun 25 - Aug 10, 2012 Movies on the Beach 2012 - 27th Street
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<p>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.</p>
<p>Schedule for 27th Street:</p>
<p>June 25 - Gidget<br />June 29 - Dolphin Tale <br />July 2 - Puss in Boots<br />July 6 - HOP<br />July 9 - Yogi Bear<br />July 13 - Kung Fu Panda 2 <br />July 16 - Happy Feet 2 <br />July 20 - UP<br />July 23 - Cars 2<br />July 27 - Tangled <br />July 30 - The Smurfs<br />August 3 - Winnie the Pooh<br />August 6 - Princess and the Frog<br />August 10 - The Muppets</p>
<p>Weather permitting - Schedule subject to change without notice.</p>
<p>Additional summer movies take place at the <a href="../../../events/movies-on-the-beach-carousel-hotel">Carousel Hotel</a> on 118th St. & Beach and at the <a href="../../../events/movies-on-the-beach-princess-royale">Princess Royale Hotel</a> at 91st St. & the Beach. Both begin at 8:30 p.m.</p>http://ococean.com/events/movies-on-the-beach-2012---27th-streetJun 26 - Aug 7, 2012 Family Fun Olympics 2012
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<h3>Enjoy fun on the beach!</h3>
<p>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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/family-fun-olympics-2012Jul 04 2012 July 4th Celebration Uptown 2012
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<p> <strong>FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION</strong></p>
<p> Wednesday, July 4, 2012</p>
<p> 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.</p>
<p>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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/july-4th-celebration-uptown-2012Jul 04 2012 July 4th Celebration Downtown 2012
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<p><strong>FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION </strong></p>
<p>Wednesday, July 4th, 2012</p>
<p>8 p.m. to 10 p.m.</p>
<p>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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/july-4th-celebration-downtown-2012Jul 5 - Aug 30, 2012 Sunset Party Nights 2012
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<p>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.<br />2012 Sunset Party Nights at Sunset Park: Entertainment TBA</p>
<p>For more information, 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.</p>http://ococean.com/events/sunset-parkJul 8 - Aug 26, 2012 Sundaes In the Park 2012
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<h2>An after dinner treat - Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups & Ice Cream<br /></h2>
<p class="style28"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Please note: To better accommodate our guests dinner hour we have changed the hours to 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.</span></p>
<p class="style28">Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. <br />Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 7-9 p.m. <br />Children’s entertainment presented each week.</p>
<p class="style28"><span class="style59"><strong>July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2012</strong></span></p>
<p class="style28"><span class="style59"><strong>August 5, 12, 19, 26, 2012</strong></span></p>
<p class="style28">For more information, call 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)</p>
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<p class="style28">July 8, 2012</p>
<p class="style28">Key West Band Mike Rose Magic </p>
<p class="style28">" Jimmy Buffet Tribute"</p>
<p class="style28">July 15, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">The Janitors Lollipop The Clown<br />"Classic Rock / Funk / Pop" "Summer fun & games"<br /> <br /> <br />July 22, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">The Groove Train Uncle Pete with Kids<br />"70's Disco" "Interactive musical celebration"<br /> <br /> <br />July 29, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">OH BOY! Cascading Carlos<br />A Tribute to Buddy Holly "A juggling work shop"<br /> <br /> <br />August 5, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">Jesse Garron's Uncle Pete with Kids<br />"Tribute to Elvis" "Interactive musical celebration"<br /> <br /> <br />August 12, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">The Regal Beagles Tootsie the Clown<br />"Yacht Rock" <br /> <br /> <br />August 19, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">Sir Rod Mike Rose Magic<br />"Tribute to Rod Stewart" <br /> <br /> <br />August 26, 2012 </p>
<p class="style28">Mary Lou and the Untouchables Maryland DNR<br />"Classic Rock" Scales & Tales<br /> </p>
<p class="style28"> All Entertainment is Subject to Change Without Notice.</p>http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park-2012Jul 27-29 2012 Greek Festival 2012
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<p>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 <a href="http://www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org">www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org</a></p>
<p><span>The festival hours on Friday and Saturday are 12 noon to 11pm and on Sunday are 12 noon until 9pm.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>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.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Saturday and Sunday admission is $2.00 from 12 noon-5pm, after 5pm admission is $3.00/person. </span></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/greek-festivalJul 30 - Aug 1, 2012 Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
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<p>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, <a href="http://www.JesusAtTheBeach.org">www.JesusAtTheBeach.org</a> or <a href="mailto:info@JesusAtTheBeach.org">info@JesusAtTheBeach.org</a></p>
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<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/jesus-at-the-beach-music-and-ministry-festivalAug 05-07 2012 East Coast Challenge Basketball Tournament
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<p>Facility Usage - East Gym, West Gym</p>http://ococean.com/events/east-coast-challenge-basketball-tournamentAug 06-10 2012 White Marlin Open 2012
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<h2>World’s largest billfish tournament.</h2>
<p>Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m. at Harbour Island Marina<br /><br />Over 300 boats vie for over $2 million in prize money. <br /><br />Registration fees for participating boats. <br />Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.</p>
<p>Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. <a href="http://www.whitemarlinopen.com/" target="_blank">www.whitemarlinopen.com</a>; <a href="mailto:JMotsko289@aol.com">JMotsko289@aol.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/white-marlin-openAug 16-19 2012 Dew Tour
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<h3><span style="color: #008000;">DEW Tour kicks off 2012 in Ocean City, Maryland!</span><br />August 16 - 19, 2012</h3>
<p>All events will take place on the beach at the inlet, near the pier.<br /><br />The 2012 Dew Tour will be kicked off in Ocean City, Maryland and the excitement is<br />building. There will be thrills, there will be spills. There will be radical moves from the<br />world's top action sports athletes.</p>
<h3> Check back here often for event updates or visit <a href="http://www.dewtour.com">www.dewtour.com</a></h3>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/dew-tourSep 13-16 2012 OC BikeFest 2012
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<p>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 <a href="http://www.ocbikefest.com">www.ocbikefest.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/oc-bikefestSep 20-23 2012 Sunfest Kite Festival 2012
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<p>On the Beach, 1st St. – 6th St.<br />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. <a href="http://www.kiteloft.com" target="_blank">www.kiteloft.com</a>.</p>http://ococean.com/events/sunfest-kite-festivalSep 20-23 2012 Sunfest 2012
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<h2> SUNFEST 2012 - September 20 - 23</h2>
<h3 class="dept_title">– America’s Premier Rated #1 of the 100 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows in the country by “Sunshine Artist Magazine <br />Art & Craft Show Magazine”</h3>
<h3><span class="department_head">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. <br /><br /></span>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.</h3>
<p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin: 0in -45pt 0pt 0in;">Sunfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations. Try the bold taste of the Eastern</p>
<p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin: 0in -45pt 0pt 0in;">Shore with fabulous food and quench your thirst with a tropical smoothie. Enjoy live entertainment on two</p>
<p class="MsoBodyText" style="margin: 0in -45pt 0pt 0in;">stages. Sunfest 2012 has something for everyone. ADMISSION TO THE FESTIVAL IS FREE!</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">September 20 -23, 2012 <br />Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.<br />Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">HEADLINE ENTERTAINMENT:</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Thursday, September 20, 2012 - 8 p.m. SHA NA NA</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Reserved Seating: $25, 20 & 15</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Friday, September 21, 2012 - 8 p.m. LONESTAR</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Reserved Seating: $45, 40, 35, 30, 25 & 20</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Saturday, September 22, 2012 - 8 p.m. Bret Michaels</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">Reserved Seating: $55, 50, 45, 40, 35 & 25</p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">(Tickets that were purchased for Bret Michaels for Sunfest 2011 will be honored at the 2012 show)</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">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 <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com">www.ticketmaster.com</a>. 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.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: #000000;">Entertainment subject to change.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><a href="http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html">http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/specialevents.html</a><br /><br /><a href="http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/sunfest.html">http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/sunfest.html</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/sunfestSep 28-29 2012 Winefest at the Beach 2012
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<h2>ANNUAL WINE-TASTING EVENT!</h2>
<p>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 <a href="mailto:jj.wine@verizon.net">jj.wine@verizon.net</a> or call 1-800-626 2326</p>
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<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/winefest-at-the-beach-2012Sep 28-30 2012 Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show - 2012
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<p>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. <a href="mailto:Tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net">Tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net</a> or <a href="http://www.Treasuresoftheearth.net">www.Treasuresoftheearth.net</a></p>
<p> <span style="color: #ff0000;">Please note the date change from Sept. 13-16, 2012 to September 28-30, 2012</span></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/gem,-mineral-and-jewelry-show---2012Oct 04-06 2012 15th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin/Conv.Center 2012
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<h3>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.</h3>
<p>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. <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">For more information, please click on: </span></a> <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">www.endlesssummercruisin.com</span></a>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:infoevent@aol.com"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">infoevent@aol.com</span></a></p>http://ococean.com/events/15th-annual-endless-summer-cruisin/conv.centerOct 04-07 2012 15th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin
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<h3>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.</h3>
<p>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. <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">For more information, please click on: </span></a> <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">www.endlesssummercruisin.com</span></a>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:infoevent@aol.com"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">infoevent@aol.com</span></a></p>http://ococean.com/events/15th-annual-endless-summer-cruisinOct 06 2012 Harbor Day at the Docks - A Waterfront Heritage Festival
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<p>“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, <a href="mailto:inquire@ocvisitor.com">inquire@ocvisitor.com</a>, <a href="http://www.ocharborday.com">www.ocharborday.com</a>.</p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/harbor-day-at-the-docksOct 12-13 2012 Oktoberfest and Arts & Craft Fair
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<p>Eat, drink & be merry with schnitzels, wursts & barrels of bier. Two days & two nights of continuous entertainment with German sing-a-longs and Bavarian dancers, and many more. Admission includes craft show. Oktoberfest: Fri. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. </p>
<p>Art & Craft Show - Over 100 exhibitors display hand-crafted gifts, fine art, jewelry, home decor' and more. Fri. & Sat: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. </p>
<p>Mike Wicklein/Starr George. <a href="http://www.oceanpromotions.info/" target="_blank">www.oceanpromotions.info</a>. <a href="mailto:oceanpromotions@beachin.net">oceanpromotions@beachin.net</a>. 1-800-626-2326 or 410-213-8090</p>http://ococean.com/events/oktoberfest-and-arts-and-craft-fairOct 14-28 2012 Ocean City Restaurant Week - Fall 2012
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<p>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, <a href="http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com">www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com</a>, <a href="mailto:inquire@ocvisitor.com">inquire@ocvisitor.com</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week-fall-2012Oct 27 2012 Seaside 10/5K
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<h2><span style="color: #3366ff;">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. </span>Registration fees for participants. <a href="http://www.octrirunning.com">www.octrirunning.com</a> For information call 443-497-4324</h2>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/seaside-10Oct 27-28 2012 Ocean City Coin & Currency Show
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<p>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. <a href="http://www.coinshows.com">www.coinshows.com</a>. or <a href="mailto:ceocoins@comcast.net">ceocoins@comcast.net</a></p>
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<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-coin-and--currency-showOct 28-30 2012 Autumn Home and Condo Show
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http://ococean.com/events/autumn-home-and-condo-showNov 1 - Mar 30, 2013 Horseback Riding at Ocean City's Beach
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<p>Ocean City now offers horseback riding on the beach during winter, early spring</p>
<p>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 <a href="http://www.oceancitymd.gov">www.oceancitymd.gov</a>.</p>
<p>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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/horseback-riding-at-ocean-city's-beachNov 15 - Jan 1, 2013 Winterfest of Lights 2012 - 2013
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<h2><span style="color: #0000ff;">Winterfest of Lights has been named a prestigious Top 100 Event for 2010 and 2011 by American Bus Association</span>.</h2>
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<p>Northside Park, 125th Street & The Bay<br />Sunday - Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.<br />Friday & Saturday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights-2012---2013Nov 23-25 2012 Holiday Shopper's Fair 2012
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<p>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 </p>http://ococean.com/events/holiday-shoppers-fair-2012Dec 01 2012 Christmas Parade
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<p>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. <a href="mailto:Honijarvis@cs.com">Honijarvis@cs.com</a>.</p>http://ococean.com/events/christmas-paradeMar 16 2013 St. Patrick's Day Parade 2013
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http://ococean.com/events/st.-patrick's-day-paradeMay 02-05 2013 Springfest 2013
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<p>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.</p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Please stay tuned for the entertainment schedule.</p>http://ococean.com/events/springfest-2013Jun 15-16 2013 Art's Alive 2013
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<p>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. <br /><br />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. <br /><br />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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/art's-aliveJul 04 2013 Celebrate July 4th Downtown 2013
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<p class="department_head" align="center"><strong>FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION</strong><br />Thursday, July 4, 2013</p>
<p class="department_head" align="center"><br />8 p.m. to 10 p.m.</p>
<p class="department_head" align="left">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.</p>
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<p class="department_head" align="center"><strong>FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION</strong><br />Thursday, July 4, 2013<br />8 p.m. to 10 p.m.</p>
<p class="department_head" align="left">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.</p>http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-uptown-2013Jul 10 - Aug 28, 2013 Concerts on the Beach 2013
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<p><a href="http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/free-concerts.html"><strong><span style="color: #003366;">Concerts on the Beach</span></strong></a> 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.</p>
<p><strong>Concerts: July 10, 17, 24 and </strong><strong>August 7, 14, 21, 28, 2013</strong></p>http://ococean.com/events/concerts-on-the-beachJul 14 - Aug 25, 2013 Sundaes in the Park 2013
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<p>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.</p>
<h4>July 14, 21, 28, 2013<br />August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2013 - For more information call 1-800-626-2326.</h4>http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park-2013Sep 19-22 2013 Sunfest 2013
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<p class="style28">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.</p>
<p class="style28">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.</p>
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<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/sunfest-2013Sep 27-28 2013 Winefest at the Beach 2013
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<h2>Annual wine-tasting event!</h2>
<p>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.<br /><br />Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. Admission. <a href="mailto:JJ.wine@verizon.net">JJ.wine@verizon.net</a></p>
<p> </p>http://ococean.com/events/winefest-at-the-beach-2013Oct 10-12 2013 16th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'/Conv. Center 2013
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<h3>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. <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">www.endlesssummercruisin.com</span></a>, <a href="mailto:infoevent@aol.com"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">infoevent@aol.com</span></a></h3>
<h3>Convention Center Events: Thursday, Oct. 10; Friday, Oct 11 & Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. </h3>http://ococean.com/events/16th-annual-endless-summer-cruisin'/conv.-centerOct 10-13 2013 16th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin'
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<h3>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.</h3>
<p>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. <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">For more information, please click on: </span></a> <a href="http://www.endlesssummercruisin.com/"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">www.endlesssummercruisin.com</span></a>, or e-mail <a href="mailto:infoevent@aol.com"><span style="color: #00a8cb;">infoevent@aol.com</span></a></p>http://ococean.com/events/16th-annual-endless-summer-cruisin'Nov 21 - Jan 1, 2014 Winterfest of Lights 2013-2014
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<h2>Enjoy this award-winning holiday paradise created for the whole family! More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout your favorite beach resort. Tour the avenues of Ocean City to see seasonal décor then it’s on to Northside Park to see hundreds of animated lighted displays. Relax and sip hot chocolate in the heated Winterfest Village pavilion. Browse Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop for a special gift & have a photo taken with Santa. Board the Winterfest Express to tour the lights, including the themed exhibits of your favorite fairy tales. Admission. 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; <a href="http://www.ococean.com">www.ococean.com</a>.</h2>http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights--2013-2014