http://ococean.com/rss-feed OCOcean RSS Feed Description en-us (c) 2010 Ocean City Maryland 2010-03-15T14:11:14+01:00 MPLat RSS Feed Generator Events for Ocean City Maryland http://ococean.com/events/st.-patrick's-indoor-soccer-tournaments <p>Annual event with estimated attendance of over 150 teams over four weekends! Please check schedule and website for age groups and registration. <a href="http://www.oceancitymd.gov/recreation">www.oceancitymd.gov/recreation</a>. 410-250-0125.</p> <p>Weekend event dates are: Feb., 26-28;&nbsp;March 5-7; March 12-14; March 19-21.</p> http://ococean.com/events/st.-patrick's-indoor-soccer-tournaments http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-art-and-craft-fair <p>Artists showcasing their most creative and unique crafts, gifts and decor for your home or condo complement the Home &amp; Condo Show. Useful accessories and fun items you will love to have! Fri., noon-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Admission includes Home &amp; Condo Show.</p> http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-art-and-craft-fair http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-show <p><strong>Ideas on decorating, remodeling, building or accessorizing your home!</strong> An opportunity to see what is new in all aspects of home and garden, all under one roof. A must attend event for current and future homeowners to see all the latest! Events include the Health Craft Cooking Show, a "Fine Arts Row,", door prizes, raffle drawing for Temple Bat Yam and more. Free parking. Don't miss the Arts and Crafts Fair just steps away in the Convention Center!</p> <p>Fri., noon-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-show http://ococean.com/events/easter-kids-fair <p>Continuous events and activities including Beanny the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg hunts, coloring tables, puppet shows and much more. The perfect place for children and their families to enjoy activities throughout the day. Each day, included in the admission will be games, contests and live musical entertainment. Also on a pay-as-you-go basis, additional activities will be offered such as face painting, spin art, moon bounces, rock climbing wall and photos with the Easter Bunny, to name just a few. Fri., 11 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Admission includes Easter Art &amp; Craft Fair. Plenty of free parking at the Roland Powell Convention Center!</p> http://ococean.com/events/easter-kids-fair http://ococean.com/events/easter-art-and-craft-fair <p>Exhibitors (almost 80) displaying fun and unique hand crafted items, including wearable art, lawn and garden decor, toys, florals and much more. Creative and unique gifts and extraordinary accessories. Door prizes. Fri., 11 a.m.- 4:30&nbsp;p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Admission includes the Easter Kids Fair.</p> http://ococean.com/events/easter-art-and-craft-fair http://ococean.com/events/sports-day-at-the-beach <p>Sports card show, silent auction, 50/50 raffle and more to benefit Children's House by the Sea a project of Believe in Tomorrow. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sports-day-at-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-all-star-and-college-internationals <p>The original cheer and dance beach nationals return for another exciting all star event. Cheer and dance teams compete for national championship title. Friday, 6-9 p.m; Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-all-star-and-college-internationals http://ococean.com/events/sweet-adelines-competition <p>Twenty-seven&nbsp;Sweet Adeline choruses and quartets from the mid-Atlantic region vie for medals and the opportunity to represent Region 19 at the international convention. Events take place Friday afternoon and Saturday culminating with the "Show of Champions" Saturday at 8 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sweet-adelines-competition http://ococean.com/events/ward-world-championship-wildfowl-carving-competition-and-art-festival <p>40th annual event features carvers in competition for the world's most prestigious&nbsp;awards in wildfowl art. Visitors from all over the world enjoy the judging, auctions, seminars and demonstrations. Children's activities are included along with over 100 exhibitor booths of artisans and art supplies for this fine art craft. Fri., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ward-world-championship-wildfowl-carving-competition-and-art-festival http://ococean.com/events/md-international-kite-expo <p><strong>Great spectator and participant event!</strong> Kites of all kinds flown for display and in competition. Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/md-international-kite-expo http://ococean.com/events/board-walkin'-for-pets <p>Worcester County Humane Society annual fun event - walk-a-thon on the boards! Last year more than 300 registered walkers raised nearly $42,000 for the Ocean City area's no-kill pet shelter. Bring your pet for a fun day on the boards to help the animals. 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine!</p> http://ococean.com/events/board-walkin'-for-pets http://ococean.com/events/springfest <p><strong>Springfest 2010 celebrates the arrival of spring and the upcoming summer season. It is four dynamic days of delicious food, live entertainment and clever arts and crafts under four huge big top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City&rsquo;s famous Boardwalk.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>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, which start at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. <strong>Tickets ON SALE NOW in person &nbsp;at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or you may order tickets by calling TicketMaster at 1-800-551-SEAT, or in Baltimore/Washington call 410-481-SEAT, </strong><a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com"><strong>www.ticketmaster.com</strong></a></p> <p>This year's headline entertainers include:</p> <p>Thursday: Captain Fantastic (Elton John Tribute)</p> <p>Friday:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Country Rat Pack with Richie McDonald, Mark Chestnut, Tracy Lawrence</p> <p>Saturday:&nbsp;&nbsp; Teen Idols with Peter Noone of Hermans Hermits, Mickey Dolenz of the Monkeys and Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders</p> <p>&nbsp;Sunday enjoy a free concert by the Fabulous Greaseband (no ticket required).</p> <p>Bring your appetite so you can enjoy delicious food from famous Eastern Shore delicacies to a wide assortment of ethnic food. Feast on crab cakes, pit beef, barbecue, hamburgers, hot dogs and much, much more. Over 30 food vendors will serve a variety of delicious food during the Springfest 2010 celebration.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Ride the Boardwalk tram directly to the Springfest grounds for only $3.00 per person one-way. Children under 42 inches are free. The tram runs from 10:00 a.m. to Midnight. Since parking is limited at Springfest, visitors are urged to park and ride buses to the festival grounds.</p> <p>The Springfest Express offers convenient service for festival attendees traveling from the Roland E. Powell Convention Center directly to the Springfest grounds for only $2.00 all-day. Parking is free at the Convention Center south lot. Shuttles depart the lot every 30 minutes from 9:00 a.m. until 30 minutes following the end of the evening&rsquo;s last concert, Thursday through Saturday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. <br />Ride the Bus to Springfest 2010<br />Park and Ride from the following locations<br />* Route 50 Park &amp; Ride<br />* Presbyterian Church on 13th Street<br />* Public Safety Building at 65th Street<br />* Ocean Plaza Mall on 115th Street<br />* Gold Coast Mall at 115th Street<br />* Northside Park on 125th Street<br />(If you require special assistance with handicapped transportation please call 410-723-1607)</p> <p>BE SURE TO BUY A SOUVENIR WHILE AT SPRINGFEST!<br />Visit the Official Event Merchandise Tent near the Main Entrance. Infant, Toddler, Youth and Adult sizes through 4XL are available. Don&rsquo;t forget your official 2010 Springfest tee!</p> <p>For more information about Springfest call&nbsp;toll-free 1-800-626-2326.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/springfest http://ococean.com/events/festivals-of-music <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; 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-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #000000;">Music festival for middle, junior &amp; high school instrumental &amp; choral organizations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade on Boardwalk, Sat., 9 a.m.</span></span></p> http://ococean.com/events/festivals-of-music http://ococean.com/events/twisters-level-4-state-meet-usa-gymnatistics <p>Features Mason-Dixon league championships. Events 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. Registration fee for participants. Spectator admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/twisters-level-4-state-meet-usa-gymnatistics http://ococean.com/events/salute-to-the-services <h2>Special discount program honoring those serving community &amp; country.<br /></h2> <p class="style28">Participating hotels, motels, restaurants &amp; attractions offer discounts during this time to military, police, EMS &amp; fire personnel showing their credentials. <br /><br />Some restrictions apply. <br /><br />Discount information can be found on <a href="http://www.salutetotheservices.com/" target="_blank">www.salutetotheservices.com</a>. <br /><br />Ocean City Hotel-Motel- Restaurant Association, 800-626-2326.</p> http://ococean.com/events/salute-to-the-services http://ococean.com/events/international-museum-day <h2>Enjoy free admission to the museum &amp; explore Ocean City&rsquo;s best-kept secret.<br /></h2> <p class="style28">Interesting displays on history, the lore of the sea &amp; more. <br />Tuesday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. <br />Sandy Hurley, 410-289-4991. <a href="mailto:Sandy@ocmuseum.org">Sandy@ocmuseum.org</a>. <a href="http://www.ocmuseum.org/" target="_blank"><br />www.ocmuseum.org</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/international-museum-day http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-ocean-city <p>Popular car show features over 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars and more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vedor midway and more. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission</p> http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-ocean-city http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-concert <p>A great concert is always part of Cruisin' weekend! This year enjoy the fabulous <strong>Four Tops!</strong></p> <p class="style28">All seats $35.00 Friday, May 21 at 8 p.m. in the Convention Center. Tickets: Convention Center Box Office, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. or through <a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com/" target="_blank">www.ticketmaster.com</a>. 800-551-7328.</p> http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-concert http://ococean.com/events/spring-arts-and-crafts-show <p class="style28">Ocean City&rsquo;s only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, wood crafts &amp; more. Also plants and&nbsp;items with nautical theme. Free&nbsp;admission.&nbsp;<br /><br />Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.<br />Sunday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. <br /><br />Janice Cropper, 410-213-0735. <a href="mailto:Cropperjl@aol.com"><br />Cropperjl@aol.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/spring-arts-and-crafts-show http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week <h2>Week-long culinary experience allows guests to indulge in the finest OC fare at fixed prices.</h2> <p class="style28">Participating restaurants offer two- &amp; three-course meals at $20 &amp; $30, respectively. <br /><br />No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. <br /><br />OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Assoc., 800-626-2326. <a href="http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com/" target="_blank"><br />www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week http://ococean.com/events/oc-car-and-truck-show <h2>The biggest automotive &amp; youth culture event on the East Coast</h2> <p>...with hundreds of vehicles, music, entertainment, celebrity appearances &amp; much more. <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>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/oc-car-and-truck-show http://ococean.com/events/oc-air-show <p>This new event was a huge success in its inaugural year &amp; is back even bigger!</p> <p>The events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort&rsquo;s beaches and attractions. The United States Air Force Thunderbirds precision aerial demonstration team will anchor the show.</p> <p>Spectators can see the show free of charge, but VIP seating is also available. <a href="http://www.ocairshow.com">www.ocairshow.com</a>.</p> <p>OC Air Show "Express Service" was added for the convenience of our OC Air Show attendees. The trolleys will be available for an "Express Service," . The fare is $2 and is transferable to the Coastal Highway and Park &amp; Ride Buses.&nbsp;<!--st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } --><!--[if gte mso 10]> <mce:style><! /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} > <! [endif] ></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort&rsquo;s beaches and attractions.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Spectators can see the show free of charge, but VIP seating is also available. <a href="http://ocairshow.com/" mce_href="http://ocairshow.com/" target="_blank">www.ocairshow.com</a>.</p> <h4 class="MsoNormal">"Express Trolley Service" Schedule</h4> <p class="MsoNormal">OC Air Show "Express Service" was added for the convenience of our OC Air Show attendees. The trolleys will be available for an "Express Service," traveling directly from the 40th Street south Convention Center parking lot to Show Center 16th Street from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The fare is $2 and is transferable to the Coastal Highway and Park &amp; Ride Buses.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">June 12 through June 14th with 20-minute service from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;< >< ><--></p> http://ococean.com/events/oc-air-show http://ococean.com/events/flag-day <h2 class="style28">Celebrate the nation&rsquo;s symbol! Flag Day ceremony will be held at the opening of the Ocean City Air Show when the United States Navy Seals parachute to the beach and deliver the flag to selected veterans. 12 noon.</h2> <p class="style28"><!--st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } --><!--[if gte mso 10]> <mce:style><! /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} > <! [endif] ></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Town of Ocean City will observe Flag Day with a special ceremony on Monday, June 14, 20010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Flag Plaza in beautifully Northside Park 127th Street &amp; the Bay on the Flag Plaza.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Mayor of Ocean City will lead a brief program recognizing our veterans, the flag they served and, &ldquo;Pledge of Allegiance.&rdquo; The Ocean City Police Department Color Guard will present the colors, as the national anthem is sung.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">All local associations are invited to participate in this ceremony.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">For more information on Flag Day, call the Ocean City Department of Recreation &amp; Parks at 410-250-0125.</p> <p>&nbsp;< ><--></p> http://ococean.com/events/flag-day http://ococean.com/events/md-state-firemen's-assoc.-conference-and-parade <h2>Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service.</h2> <p>Training programs, business meetings &amp; exhibits.<br />The public is invited to come in &amp; &ldquo;meet the firemen&rdquo; &amp; see exhibits. <br />Mon. &amp; Tues., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wed., 9 a.m.- noon. <br /><br />Annual parade, Inlet to 9th St. &amp; Baltimore Ave. Equipment, bands, &amp; floats. (approx. 3 hours) <br />Wednesday. <a href="mailto:info@msfa.org">info@msfa.org</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/md-state-firemen's-assoc.-conference-and-parade http://ococean.com/events/art's-alive <p class="style28"><span class="style61"><strong></strong></span></p> <h2>Visit beautiful Northside Park to discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City!</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Ocean City's 10th Annual Fine Art Show will feature more than 100 artists selling their treasures and competing for awards. There's something very special about fine art at the beach! Visit the artists as they sell their art around the picturesque lagoon at Northside Park, 127th Street and the Bay. Listen to lively music while you enjoy lunch at the Artists' Caf&eacute;. Also, your children can enjoy free, creative art activities. Bring the whole family and create an "Artsy" Ocean City memory at Art's Alive 2010.</p> <p>Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m.,</p> <p>Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/art's-alive http://ococean.com/events/family-beach-olympics <h3><span style="font-variant: small-caps; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; color: blue; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">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. </span></h3> http://ococean.com/events/family-beach-olympics http://ococean.com/events/family-movies-on-the-beach <h2><span style="font-variant: small-caps; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; color: blue; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Every Monday and Friday evening enjoy games and 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.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. </span></h2> http://ococean.com/events/family-movies-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-uptown <h4>Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</h4> <p>A concert at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. will take place downtown on the beach at North Division Street and at the same time, uptown at 125^th Street at Northside Park. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Uptown entertainment at 125th St. &amp; the Bay: Rick K &amp; the Allnighters</strong></p> <p><strong>Downtown at N.Division St. Beach: Dr. K's Motown Review.</strong></p> <p>For information: 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.</p> http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-uptown http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-downtown <h4>Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</h4> <p>A concert at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. will take place downtown on the beach at North Division Street and at the same time, uptown at 127^th Street at Northside Park. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Downtown on N. Division Street Beach: Dr. K's Motown Review. &nbsp;</p> <p>Uptown at Northside Park 125th Street &amp; the Bay: Rick K &amp; The Allnighters.</p> <p>For information call 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-downtown http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park <p><strong>Tuesday nights in July and August. Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City!.</strong> Sip beer and wine with your neighbors and friends while enjoying live music beside the bay, at Ocean City's newest park. Event begins at 7 p.m. and runs to approx. 9:00 p.m. Admission to the park is free, while drinks are for sale. <strong>Event held July 6,13,20 and 27. August 3,10,17 and 24.</strong></p> <p>For more information, 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park http://ococean.com/events/bonfire-and-story-hour-on-the-beach <p>Learn the history of Ocean City and some of the Town's best-kept secrets while enjoying a bonfire on the beach each Thursday evening in July and August at 9:00 p.m. at North Division Street. "Sea for Yourself" why we call Ocean City, Maryland paradise.</p> <h4>July 8, 15, 22, 29,</h4> <h4>August 5, 12, 19, 2010</h4> <p>For more information 800-626-2326.</p> http://ococean.com/events/bonfire-and-story-hour-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/captain-craig-swim <p>Open to the public, competitors swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 13th Street . Awards presented. Commemorative t-shirt included with registration. Ginny Craig half-mile swim also available.&nbsp; Registration fee, begins at 5 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/captain-craig-swim http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park <p>Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 127th Street and the Bay from ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. The lineup of entertainers this season will make you stand and cheer, however, the spotlight will be on you creating your own ice cream sundae with delicious toppings. Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered Sunday evenings in July and August from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. So enjoy your own dessert creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay.</p> <h4><br /></h4> <h4>July 11, 18, 25, 2010</h4> <h4>August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2010</h4> <h4><br /></h4> <p>For more information 800-626-2326.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park http://ococean.com/events/concerts-on-the-beach <p>Concerts on the Beach provide free, live entertainment on Wednesday nights in July and August with tribute bands and local favorites.&nbsp; Watch the moon rise over the Atlantic Ocean while you listen to exotic sounds from a variety of entertainers who will have your hands clapping and your toes tapping from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.</p> <h4>July 14, 21, 2010</h4> <h4>August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010</h4> <p>For more information 800-626-2326.</p> http://ococean.com/events/concerts-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/starpower-national-talent-competition <p>World competition for all dancers who qualified at regionals held across the United States. Activities take place from 8 a.m. to approx. 10 p.m. each day. <a href="http://www.starpowertalent.com" target="_blank">www.starpowertalent.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/starpower-national-talent-competition http://ococean.com/events/jesus-at-the-beach-music-and-ministry-festival <p>Christian praise, drama, dance, music &amp; 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. <a href="http://www.jesusatthebeach.org/" target="_blank">www.jesusatthebeach.org</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/jesus-at-the-beach-music-and-ministry-festival http://ococean.com/events/greek-festival <h2>Be Greek for a weekend with the 21st annual Greek Festival!</h2> <p>Enjoy the sights, sounds &amp; flavors of a trip to Greece, right here in the beautiful Ocean City Convention Center. Bring your appetite &amp; dancing shoes! Fun for the entire family! Enjoy expertly prepared traditional Greek cuisine-- mousaka, patsitso, stuffed grape leaves, delicious pastries from baklava to rice pudding, made by professional Yiayias (Greek Grand Mammas). Food served all day beginning at noon. Carry outs available too.</p> <p>Shop at the&nbsp;many unique vendors featuring original and reproduction art, jewelry &amp; clothing.&nbsp;&nbsp;Raffle tickets available, Greek band after 5 p.m.; traditional dance performances by the Hellenics. Schedule to be announced.</p> <p>Free and plentiful parking. Come for lunch, dinner, desserts &amp; more. Admission. Fri. &amp; Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-9 p.m. St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524-0990. <a href="http://www.stgeorgebythesea.org">www.stgeorgebythesea.org</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/greek-festival http://ococean.com/events/white-marlin-open <h2>World&rsquo;s largest billfish tournament.</h2> <p>Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m. <br /><br />Boats participated&nbsp; last year for $3 million in prize money. <br /><br />Registration fees for participating boats. <br />Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. <br /><br />Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. <a href="http://www.whitemarlinopen.com/" target="_blank">www.whitemarlinopen.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/white-marlin-open http://ococean.com/events/dub-custom-car-show <p>Hundreds of show vehicles,&nbsp;celebrity appearances and performances, models, music, dee-jays and much more.&nbsp; Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183. <a href="http://www.occarshow.com/" target="_blank">www.occarshow.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/dub-custom-car-show http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-antique-show <p>Show features silver matching service, formal and country furniture, vintage toys, china, glassware and estate jewelry. Fri. &amp; Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-antique-show http://ococean.com/events/kids-crab-round-up <p>Fun morning of crabbing and learning about the MD Blue Crab. Open to all children 12 years of age and younger accompanied by an adult. Free event. Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon. Bob Gilmore, OC Parrotheads, <a href="mailto:opbobgil@aol.com">opbobgil@aol.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/kids-crab-round-up http://ococean.com/events/labor-day-weekend-art-and-craft-festival <p>Tasteful mix of mediums including oil and watercolors, woodworking &amp; furniture, stained glass, glass art, candles, pottery and more. Unique gift and household items. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. <a href="mailto:ahastings@ocshows.info">ahastings@ocshows.info</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/labor-day-weekend-art-and-craft-festival http://ococean.com/events/delmarva-bike-week <p>Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy rides and activities throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. Motorcycle related activities with displays, exhibits,&nbsp;entertainment, vendors, celebrities, manufacturers &amp; more.&nbsp;Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.delmarvabikeweek.com/" target="_blank">www.delmarvabikeweek.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/delmarva-bike-week http://ococean.com/events/gem,-mineral-and-jewelry-show <p>14k, sterling jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, crystals &amp; 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>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/gem,-mineral-and-jewelry-show http://ococean.com/events/sandcastle-home-tour <p>Unique Ocean City area homes on display in this popular annual event. Thurs.&amp; Fri. Tickets required. 410-524-9433. <a href="http://www.artleagueofoceancity.org/" target="_blank">www.artleagueofoceancity.org</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sandcastle-home-tour http://ococean.com/events/sunfest-kite-festival <p><span class="style28">On the Beach, 1st St. &ndash; 6th St.<br />Bring the family &amp; 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. <a href="http://www.kiteloft.com/" target="_blank">www.kiteloft.com</a>.</span></p> http://ococean.com/events/sunfest-kite-festival http://ococean.com/events/sunfest <h2>Sunfest celebrates its 36^th year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival.&nbsp;</h2> <p>Sunfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations.&nbsp; Try the bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food and quench your thirst with a tropical smoothie.&nbsp; Enjoy live entertainment on two stages.&nbsp; Children can enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the Beach.&nbsp; Sunfest 2010 has something for everyone.</p> <h4>September 23 -26, 2010&nbsp;</h4> <h4>Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.</h4> <h4>Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.</h4> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/sunfest http://ococean.com/events/winefest-on-the-beach <h2>Annual wine-tasting event!</h2> <p>Samples, arts &amp; crafts, live music,food vendors &amp; micro-brew beer.</p> <p>Fri. &amp; Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. &nbsp;Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/winefest-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/harbor-day-at-the-docks <p>&ldquo;Harbor Day - At The Docks,&rdquo; is an innovative family friendly program highlighting Ocean City&rsquo;s important local maritime culture and traditions, including both commercial and sport fishing heritage.&nbsp;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. <a href="http://www.ocharborday.com">www.ocharborday.com</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/harbor-day-at-the-docks http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-coin-and--currency-show <p>Thirty or more coin &amp; currency dealers buying &amp; selling, plus free appraisals &amp; 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>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-coin-and--currency-show http://ococean.com/events/annual-endless-summer-cruisin' <p>Hot rod car show features more than 1,500 customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics &amp; more. Live entertainment, manufacturers&rsquo; midway, boardwalk parades &amp; special attractions. Admission. 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">www.endlesssummercruisin.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/annual-endless-summer-cruisin' http://ococean.com/events/oktoberfest <p>Eat, drink &amp; be merry with schnitzels, wursts &amp; barrels of bier. Three full days &amp; two nights of continuous entertainment including the Pennsylvania Villagers, Happy Wanderers and many more. Admission includes craft show. Fri. &amp; Sat., 11 a.m.- 9 p.m.&nbsp; Sun., 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. 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>. 410-213-8090</p> http://ococean.com/events/oktoberfest http://ococean.com/events/oktoberfest-art-and-craft-fair <p>Over 100 exhibitiors display hand-crafted gifts, fine art, jewelry, home decor' and more. Admission to this event includes Oktoberfest. Fri., 11 a.m. -&nbsp;6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. -&nbsp;6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m-4 p.m. 410-213-8090. <a href="http://www.oceanpromotions.info">www.oceanpromotions.info</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/oktoberfest-art-and-craft-fair http://ococean.com/events/free-state-corvette-weekend <p>Great annual event for Corvette enthusiasts and&nbsp;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. &nbsp;410-590-5630. <a href="http://www.freestatecorvette.com/" target="_blank">www.freestatecorvette.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/free-state-corvette-weekend http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week <p>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)&nbsp;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.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week http://ococean.com/events/coastal-style-luxury-living-show <p>Coastal Style Magazine Comes to Life! Exhibitors in the fields of interior design, flooring, kitchen design, travel, custom swimming pools, financial advisement &amp; more.</p> <p>One of a kind event that highlights products &amp; services of the region&rsquo;s most prestigious businesses. Admission.&nbsp;Sat. &amp; sun, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 410-213-9491. <a href="http://www.coastalstylemag.com/">www.CoastalStyleexpo.com.</a></p> http://ococean.com/events/coastal-style-luxury-living-show http://ococean.com/events/fallfest-of-fine-art-and-christmas-craft-expo <p>Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors &amp; high craft artisans. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. <a href="mailto:duckmandon@comcast.net">duckmandon@comcast.net</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/fallfest-of-fine-art-and-christmas-craft-expo http://ococean.com/events/christmas-craft-expo <p>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. <a href="mailto:duckmandon@comcast.net">duckmandon@comcast.net</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/christmas-craft-expo http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights <p>Northside Park, 125th Street &amp; The Bay<br />Sunday - Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.<br />Friday &amp; Saturday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.</p> <p>Admission is $4.00 for those 10 years &amp; older, and FREE for those 9 years and younger.<br />&nbsp;</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 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.&nbsp; The gift shop offers children&rsquo;s sizes through Adult 4XL. Live entertainment is scheduled on some nights inside the tent.</p> <p>While in Ocean City, drive along the Avenue of Trees on Baltimore Avenue from 15th &ndash; 32nd Street.&nbsp; 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> <object classid="clsid:6bf52a52-394a-11d3-b153-00c04f79faa6" width="320" height="260" codebase="http://activex.microsoft.com/activex/controls/mplayer/en/nsmp2inf.cab#Version=5,1,52,701"> <param name="url" value="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg" /> <param name="src" value="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg" /><embed type="application/x-mplayer2" width="320" height="260" src="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg" url="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg"></embed> </object> &nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights http://ococean.com/events/turkey-trot <p>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 &amp; join us at Ocean City&rsquo;s award-winning course. Saturday. For information, Eagles Landing, 410-213-7277. <a href="http://www.eagleslandinggolf.com/" target="_blank">www.eagleslandinggolf.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/turkey-trot http://ococean.com/events/holiday-shopper's-fair <p><span class="style28">Holiday shopping extravaganza. Quality photography, florals, jewelry, nautical items, toys, candles,&nbsp;&amp; more. Children's activities are offered along with a visit with Santa. Non-shoppers lounge. Admission. Fri. &amp; 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). </span></p> http://ococean.com/events/holiday-shopper's-fair http://ococean.com/events/christmas-parade <p>Wonderful holiday parade with high school bands, floats &amp; 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. <a href="mailto:Honijarvis@cs.com">Honijarvis@cs.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/christmas-parade