Ocean City Events
There's always something going on. Ocean City has two spectacular fireworks displays on the Fourth of July, fishing tournaments (including August’s White Marlin Open--the East Coast’s largest deep sea fishing tournament), the 10 and 5 K “Run Away from Home” in the fall, the four days of Springfest in May and Sunfest in September, spring and fall classic car “cruising” weekends, the Bavarian festival, the Greek festival, the
Polish Festival, the Christmas Parade, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Winterfest of Lights in November and December, are just a few of our wonderful events. Ocean City's fun and enchanting all year long.
Free Family Entertainment :
Mondays: OC Life-Saving Museum, South End of the Boardwalk. Free Tours and Topics of Interest (July & August). Gather outside the museum for fun facts & topics. A different subject each day. 10:30 a.m. Topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, all about sharks. 410.289.4991. Sandy@ocmuseum.org, www.ocmuseum.org.
Movies on the Beach & More, 27th Street Beach (North end of the Boardwalk). Free Games & a Movie (June 29-Aug. 10)
Every Monday evening enjoy games and movie on the beach with Ocean City's new 16-foot projector.
Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge.
Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean.
Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m.
Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.
Tuesdays: Family Beach Olympics, 27th Street Beach (North end of the Boardwalk). Variety of Free Contests for All Ages (June 30-Aug. 11)
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.
Wednesdays: Concerts on the Beach, N. Division St. Beach. (July 15-Aug. 26)
Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights.
Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening.
Thursdays: Bonfire Hour, Free Local Lore Speakers around a Bonfire on the N. Division St. Beach. (July 9-Aug. 27)
Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week.
Thursdays at 9 p.m.
Fridays: Movies on the Beach & More, 27th Street Beach (North end of the Boardwalk). Free Games & a Movie (July 3-Aug. 14) Every Friday evening enjoy games and movie on the beach with Ocean City's new 16-foot projector.
Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge.
Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean.
Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m.
Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays: OC Life-Saving Museum, South End of the Boardwalk. Free Tours and Topics of Interest (July & August). Gather outside the museum for fun facts & topics. A different subject each day. 10:30 a.m. Topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, all about sharks. 410.289.4991. Sandy@ocmuseum.org, www.ocmuseum.org.
Sundays: Sundaes in the Park, Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay. Free Family Concert Series (July & August)
Bring the family, a beach chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups.
Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee.
Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8 p.m.
Children’s entertainment presented each week.
July 4th: Concert & Fireworks Uptown and Downtown, Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
& N. Division St. & the Beach.
Bring the entire family (& beach chairs or a blanket) for an old-fashioned Fourth of July.
Family fun begins at 8 p.m.
Fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.
Every Night: Ice Skating Shows,
Carousel Resort Hotel, 118th St. (June 21 – August 23) Exciting ice skating shows nightly by professional group, Next Ice Age. Free & open to the public. 6:30 p.m.
Upcoming Events :
April
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
4/17/2009 - 12/31/2010. Address: South end of Boardwalk; 813 S. Atlantic Ave.
Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City's past with exhibits of shipwrecks & beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the world, aquarium room & Davy Jones' locker. New exhibit, "The Boardwalk of Yesterday."
Unique gift shop with interesting selection of nautical gifts & books.
Small admission fee.
June - September, daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.
May & October, daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
November, December & April , weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
During winter months please call for hours.
410-289-4991. www.ocmuseum.org
Julia A. Purnell Museum Exhibit
4/01/2010 - 10/31/2010. Address: 208 West Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863
New exhibit featuring the changing standards of beauty in the 19th & 20th centuries.
Admission. Tues - Sat: 10 am- 4 pm Sun: 1-4 pm
410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com
Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition and Art Festival
4/23/2010 - 4/25/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
40th annual event features carvers in competition for the world's most prestigious 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.
Admission. Fri., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
410-742-4988. http://www.wardmuseum.org
MD International Kite Expo
4/23/2010 - 4/25/2010. Address: Atlantic Avenue
Great spectator and participant event! Kites of all kinds flown for display and in competition.
Admission. Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
410-289-7855. http://www.kiteloft.com
Sweet Adelines Competition
4/23/2010 - 4/24/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Twenty-seven Sweet Adeline choruses and quartets from the mid-Atlantic region vie for medals and the opportunity to represent Region 19 at the international convention.
Admission. Friday afternoon and Saturday culminating with the "Show of Champions" Saturday at 8 p.m.
717-529-3129 .http://www.region19sai.org
Board Walkin' for Pets
4/24/2010 - 4/24/2010. Address: Inlet at South End
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.
Admission. 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine!
oceancityhumanesociety@gmail.com . http://www.boardwalkinforpets.com
Season Finale Concert-Mid Atlantic Symphony
4/25/2010 - 4/25/2010. Address: Rt 589 Ocean Pines
A performance by the winner of the Chesapeake Youth Concerto Competition opens the program followed by "Symphonie for Winds" by Mozart and Tchaikovsky's "Symphony #5."
Admission. Sunday performance at 3 p.m. Pre-concert talk begins at 2 p.m. Adult and student tickets by calling 888-846-8600 or www.midatlanticsymphony.org.
888-846-8600 . http://www.midatlanticsymphony.org
May
White Marlin Festival Crab Soup Cookoff
5/01/2010 - 5/01/2010.
This family event becomes more popular each year. Clowns, face painting, exhibits by local organizations enhance the main event, a crab soup cookoff with local professional chefs competing for the title of "Best Crab Soup." Adding to the fun, the public can sample and vote for a small fee.
Admission. Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.
410-289-1413. http://www.downtownassociation.net
Springfest
5/06/2010 - 5/09/2010. Address: Inlet Parking Lot
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’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, which start at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Tickets ON SALE NOW in person 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, www.ticketmaster.com This year's headline entertainers include: Thursday: Captain Fantastic (Elton John Tribute) Friday. The Country Rat Pack with Richie McDonald, Mark Chestnutt, Tracy Lawrence Saturday: Teen Idols with Peter Noone of Hermans Hermits, Mickey Dolenz of the Monkees and Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders Sunday enjoy a free concert by the Fabulous Greaseband (no ticket required). 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. Ride the Boardwalk tram directly to the Springfest grounds for only $3.00 per person one-way. The tram runs from 10:00 a.m. to Midnight, Thursday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Since parking is limited at Springfest, visitors are urged to park and ride buses to the festival grounds. 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 all-day. Parking is free at the Convention Center south lot. Shuttles depart the lot every 20 minutes from 10:00 a.m. to 11 p.m.,Thursday through Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. Ride the Bus to Springfest 2010Park and Ride from the following locations* Route 50 Park & Ride* Presbyterian Church on 13th Street* Public Safety Building at 65th Street* Ocean Plaza Mall on 115th Street* Gold Coast Mall at 115th Street* Northside Park on 125th Street(If you require special assistance with handicapped transportation please call 410-723-1607) BE SURE TO BUY A SOUVENIR WHILE AT SPRINGFEST!Visit the Official Event Merchandise Tent near the Main Entrance. Infant, Toddler, Youth and Adult sizes through 4XL are available. Don’t forget your official 2010 Springfest tee!
- 800-626-2326. http://www.ococean.com
Springfest Concerts
5/06/2010 - 5/09/2010.
Springfest Entertainment Pavilion Schedule Thursday, May 6 10:30 am - The Janitors (variety) 12:30 pm - Recreation Line Dancers (song & dance) 2:30 pm - Frankie & The Pack (oldies) 4:30 pm - Shore Jazz with Holly Lane 8 pm - Captain Fantastic (music of Elton John, $5 and $10 admission) Friday, May 7 10 am - Rick K. & The Allnighters (variety) 12 pm - Country Grass 2 pm - The Broadband 4 pm - J.R. Booker (country) 8 pm - The Country Rat Pack featuring Mark Chesnutt, Tracy Lawrence & Richie McDonald ($20 to $40) Saturday, May 8 10 am - Rick K. & The Allnighters (variety) 12 pm - Queen City Funk & Soul 2 pm - Jesse Garron’s Tribute to Elvis 4 pm - J.R. Booker (country) 8 pm - "Teen Idols" featuring Peter Noone, Micky Dolenz & Mark Lindsay ($20 to $47 admission) Sunday, May 9 11:30 am - Rick K. & The Allnighters (variety) 1:30 pm - Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys 3:30 pm - Cyrus McCormick & The Reapers Outdoor Stage Entertainment Thursday, May 6 10 am - Opening Ceremony 11:30 pm - The Bopcats 1:30 pm - Dixie Power Trio 3:30 pm - The Bopcats 5:30 pm - Woodstock Nation 6:45 pm - The Janitors (variety) Friday, May 7 11 am - Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys 1 pm - Pete Gumbo & The Who Dat Band 3 pm - Rick K & The Allnighters (variety) 5 pm - Sir Rod 6:30 pm - The Broadband Saturday, May 8 11 am - The Broadband 1 pm - Mary Lou & The Untouchables (classic rock) 3 pm - Rick K. & The Allnighters (variety) 5 pm - Mama Jama 6:30 - Queen City Funk & Soul Sunday, May 9 10 am - Queen City Funk & Soul 12:30 pm - Cyrus McCormick and The Reapers 2:30 pm - Oh Boy! A Tribute to Buddy Holly 4:30 pm - The Fabulous Greaseband 12 - 4 - Roaming Entertainment - Lollipop the Clown All Entertainment Subject To Change
1-800-OCOCEAN. http://ococean.com/events
Festivals of Music
5/07/2010 - 5/08/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Music festival for middle, junior & high school instrumental & choral organizations.
Admission. Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade on Boardwalk, Sat., 9 a.m.
800-323-0974. http://www.festivalsofmusic.com
Berlin Blues & Jazz Bash
5/08/2010 - 5/08/2010. Address: Main St., Berlin
Live music and blues and jazz competition of blues and jazz bands. Two stages with great entertainment from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Food will be available as well as arts and crafts vendors and children's activities. Limited seating provided so bring a chair and enjoy this spring concert.
- 410-641-4775. http://www.berlinmdcc.org
Salute to the Services
5/15/2010 - 6/16/2010. Address: Townwide-Ocean City
Special discount program honoring those serving community & country. Participating hotels, motels, restaurants & attractions offer discounts during this time to military, police, EMS & fire personnel showing their credentials. Some restrictions apply. Discount information can be found on www.salutetotheservices.com. Ocean City Hotel-Motel- Restaurant Association
800-626-2326.. http://www.salutetotheservices.com
30th Anniversary Mid-Atlantic Classic Chevy Festival
5/15/2010 - 5/16/2010. Address: 12806 Ocean Gateway
Car show open to all 1929-84 Chevrolets. Boardwalk cruise Sunday at 8:30 a.m. Auction, games, raffles and awards including best of show, engine, paint and interior.
Admission. Free to spectators. Registration for cars from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 to noon on Sunday.
302-732-3241.
Twisters Level 4 State Meet USA Gymnastics
5/15/2010 - 5/16/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Features Mason-Dixon league championships.
Admission. Events 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. Registration fee for participants. Spectator admission.
410-629-0878.
International Museum Day
5/18/2010 - 5/18/2010. Address: Boardwalk
Enjoy free admission to the museum & explore Ocean City’s best-kept secret. Interesting displays on history, the lore of the sea & more.
Admission. Tuesday, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m
410-289-4991. http://www.ocmuseum.org
Cruisin' Ocean City
5/20/2010 - 5/23/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
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.
Admission. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
410-798-6304. http://www.cruisinoceancity.com
Cruisin' Concert
5/21/2010 - 5/21/2010. Address: 40th St. & Bay
A great concert is always part of Cruisin' weekend! This year enjoy the fabulous Four Tops!
Admission. 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 www.ticketmaster.com. 800-551-7328.
800-551-7328. www.ticketmaster.com
Geico Offshore Grand Prix
5/28/2010 - 5/30/2010. Address: Between 6th - 22th Streets off Ocean City Boardwalk
Offshore Powerboat race sanctioned by OPA racing. Sunday, noon-12:45 p.m., and 2:00 to 2:30 p.m., between 6th - 22th Streets off Ocean City Boardwalk. Great spectator event. Can be seen from Ocean City's beach and boardwalk-closer this year than ever!Beginning Friday, activities include boats on display at Sunset Marina at West OC harbor area. Boats will test in the ocean on Saturday.
732-920-3945. Smittymarine@aol.com
Spring Arts & Crafts Show
5/29/2010 - 5/30/2010. Address: Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Ocean City’s only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, wood crafts & more. Also plants and items with nautical theme.
Admission. Free admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Sunday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
410-213-0735. Cropperjl@aol.com
Ocean City Restaurant Week
5/30/2010 - 6/06/2010. Address: City Wide
Week-long culinary experience allows guests to indulge in the finest OC fare at fixed prices. Participating restaurants offer two- & three-course meals at $20 & $30, respectively.
Admission. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Assoc.
800-626-2326. http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com
June
Council of Baltimore Ravens Roosts Annual Parade
6/05/2010 - 6/05/2010. Address: 19th St. & Baltimore Ave. to 28th St.
Annual parade showcasing 50 member roosts from MD, DE & PA, as they show pride for the Baltimore Ravens. Players, cheerleaders, mascots, bands, floats & more appear in this two-hour parade. Featured appearance by the Pep Band of Baltimore’s Marching Ravens.
Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m
sdraper65@verizon.net . www.councilrr.com
OC Car & Truck Show
6/05/2010 - 6/06/2010: Address: Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
The biggest automotive & youth culture event on the East Coast ...with hundreds of vehicles, music, entertainment, celebrity appearances & much more.
Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m
302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com.
OC Air Show
6/05/2010 - 6/06/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Music festival for middle, junior & high school instrumental & choral organizations.
Admission. Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade on Boardwalk, Sat., 9 a.m.
800-323-0974. http://www.festivalsofmusic.com
Ride Across MD
6/05/2010 - 6/07/2010. Address: Francis Scott Key Motel, & OC Area
Motorcycle ride (but cars & trucks welcome) to benefit fight against breast cancer. Ride begins in Columbia & ends in OC.
Admission. Sat., Sun., and Mon. until noon.Registration 410-992-9999. www.rideacrossmaryland.org.
410-992-9999.http://www.rideacrossmaryland.org
Play It Safe
6/06/2010 - 6/25/2010. Address: Ocean City Area
High school graduates from the class of 2010 are invited to participate in fun, free activities. Including karaoke, beach volleyball, windsurfing, kayaking, rock climbing, midnight bowling, basketball, mini golf, laser tag, access to health & racquet club, paintball & much more.All events are alcohol & drug free, encouraging responsible fun while celebrating. As a bonus, participants of events receive wristbands entitling them to free Town of Ocean City bus transportation.
410-632-1100 ext. 1116. http://www.playitsafeoceancity.com
Flag Day
6/06/2010 - 6/06/2010. Address: On the beach at 16th St. & Boardwalk
Celebrate the nation’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.
Admission. 12 noon.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://ococean.com
Village Fair
6/12/2010 - 6/12/2010. Address: Main St., Berlin
Old time village fair with children's playland, crafters, food vendors, Berlin Idol contest, bathtub races & more.
Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
410-641-4775. http://www.berlinchamber.org
MD State Firemen's Assoc. Conference & Parade
6/13/2010 - 6/16/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy., & Inlet to 9th St. & Baltimore Ave.
Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings & exhibits.The public is invited to come in & “meet the firemen” & see exhibits. Mon. & Tues., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wed., 9 a.m.- noon. Annual parade, Inlet to 9th St. & Baltimore Ave. Equipment, bands, & floats.
Admission. (approx. 3 hours) Wednesday
info@msfa.org. http://www.msfa.org
Captain Schoeph Relay
6/13/2010 - 6/13/2010. Address: 7th St. on the Beach
Come watch as current and alumni OC Beach Patrol run & swim the length of the island as a relay.
Admission. Sunday, 10 a.m.
410-289-7556 .
Ocean City Shark Tournament
6/17/2010 - 6/19/2010. Address: 12940 Inlet Isle Lane Ocean City MD 21842
Ocean City's largest shark fishing tournament. Bring the kids and come watch the fish weigh-ins.
Admission. Thursday through Saturday, 4-7 p.m. at the Ocean City Fishing Center located at the west side of Route 50 bridge. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
410-213-2442. http://www.ocsharktournament.com.
Art's Alive
6/19/2010 - 6/20/2010. Address: 200 - 125th Street Bayside, Ocean City, MD 21842
Visit beautiful Northside Park to discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City! 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' Café. 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
Admission. Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m., Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free Admission. Show takes place outdoors, rain or shine. Features ceramics, fiber, furniture, glass and printmaking, jewelry, photography, painting and more.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://www.ococean.com
Jake "The Snake" promotions presents Cage Time II Professional Mixed Martial Arts
6/19/2010 - 6/19/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Doors open at 6 p.m. Program starts at 7 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $35. Tickets available on Ticketmaster.com. or at the Ocean City Convention Center Box Office, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
410-289-8311.
Family Beach Olympics
6/28/2010 - 8/10/2010. Address: Beach at 27th Street
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
Admission. All activities are free and are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
800-626-2326. http://www.ococean.com
Movies on the Beach
6/28/2010 - 8/13/2010. Address: Beach at 27th Street
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.
Admission. Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. Additional Movies on the beach : Wednesdays July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 11, 18, 25 at the Princess Royale at 9100 Coastal Hwy Movie begins at 8: 30 p.m. Thursdays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12, 19, 26 at the Carousel hotel 11700 Coastal Hwy movie begins at 8:30 p.m.
800-626-2326. http://www.ococean.com
July
Celebrate July 4th Downtown
7/04/2010 - 7/04/2010. Address: Beachfront
Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 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 127th Street at Northside Park. Downtown on N. Division Street Beach: Dr. K's Motown Review. Uptown at Northside Park 125th Street & the Bay: Rick K & The Allnighters. For information call 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening!
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).. http://www.ococean.com
Celebrate July 4th Uptown
7/04/2010 - 7/04/2010. Address: Northside Park, 127th St
Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. A concert at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. will take place uptown at 125th Street at Northside Park. At the same time a concert and fireworks will be held at N.Division Street beach downtown area. Uptown entertainment at 127th St. & the Bay: Rick K & the Allnighters Downtown at N.Division St. Beach: Dr. K's Motown Review. For information: 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).http://www.ococean.com
Sunset Party Nights
7/06/2010 - 8/24/2010. Address: South Division Street Bayside
Tuesday nights in July and August. Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City!. Sip beer and wine with your neighbors and friends while enjoying live music beside the bay, at Ocean City's newest park.
Admission. 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. Event held July 6,13,20 and 27. August 3,10,17 and 24. For more information, 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://www.ococean.com
Bonfire & Story Hour on the Beach
7/08/2010 - 8/19/2010. Address: Beachfront
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. July 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19, 2010 For more information 800-626-2326.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://www.ococean.com.
OC Tuna Tournament
7/09/2010 - 7/11/2010. Address: Rt. 50 & Inlet Isle Lane, West OC
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash.
Admission. Weigh-ins Fri.& Sat., 4-7:30 p.m. Sun., 4-7 p.m
800-322-3065. http://www.ocfishing.com
Captain Craig Swim
7/10/2010 - 7/10/2010. Address: 14th St on the Beach
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.
Admission. Registration fee, begins at 5 p.m.
410-289-7556
Sundaes in the Park
7/11/2010 - 8/29/2010. Address: 125th Street Bayside
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. July 11, 18, 25, 2010 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2010 For more information 800-626-2326. This Year's Line Up: July 11 Mary Lou & The Untouchables/ Mike Rose Magic July 18 Quiet Fire/ Lollipop the Clown July 25 N.O.M.A.D/ Uncle Pete with the Kids Aug 1; Salisbury Community Band/ Cascading Carlos Aug 8 The Janitors/ Lollipop the Clown Aug 15 Captain Quint/ Mike Rose Magic Aug 22 The Groove Train/ Uncle Pete with the Kids Aug 29 Jesse Garron's Tribute to Elvis/ MD DNR Scales & Tales
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://www.ococean.com.
Concerts on the Beach
7/14/2010 - 8/25/2010. Address: North Division Street Beachfront
Concerts on the Beach provide free, live entertainment on Wednesday nights in July and August with tribute bands and local favorites. 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. July 14, 21, 2010 August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010 For more information 800-626-2326. This year's line: July 14 Key West Band July 21 Rising Sun Reggae Band Aug 4 The Stickers Aug 11 The Crawdaddies Aug 18 Sir Rod Aug 25 Lauren Glick Band
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). http://www.ococean.com.
Starpower National Talent Competition
7/25/2010 - 7/29/2010. Address: 40th Street and the Bay
World competition for all dancers who qualified at regionals held across the United States.
Admission. Activities take place from 8 a.m. to approx. 10 p.m. each day
www.starpowertalent.com.
Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
7/26/2010 - 7/28/2010. Address: 40th Street and the Bay
Christian praise, drama, dance, music & worship. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday.
Admission. Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Convention Center; 7-10 p.m. on the beach. Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296
410-289-1296. www.jesusatthebeach.org.
Greek Festival
7/30/2010 - 8/01/2010. Address:40th Street and the Bay
Be Greek for a weekend with the 21st annual Greek Festival! Enjoy the sights, sounds & flavors of a trip to Greece, right here in the beautiful Ocean City Convention Center. Bring your appetite & 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. Shop at the many unique vendors featuring original and reproduction art, jewelry & clothing. Raffle tickets available, Greek band after 5 p.m.; traditional dance performances by the Hellenics. Schedule to be announced. Free and plentiful parking. Come for lunch, dinner, desserts & more
Admission. Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade on Boardwalk, Sat., 9 a.m.
410-524-0990. http://www.stgeorgebythesea.org
August
White Marlin Open
8/02/2010 - 8/06/2010. Address: Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay
World’s largest billfish tournament. Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m. Boats participated last year for $3 million in prize money.
Admission. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
410-289-9229 . http://www.whitemarlinopen.com
Blessing of the Combine
8/07/2010 - 8/07/2010. Address: Downtown, Snow Hill
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, children’s activities, arts & crafts, parade of combines & tractors.
Admission. Saturday. 11-4 p.m.
410-632 -3838. kfisher44@verizon.net.
OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition
8/07/2010 - 8/07/2010. Address: 8th St (Surf Ave.) & Beach
Watch the OCBP lifeguards compete against each other in events and demonstrate their athletic skills
Admission. Saturday, 6 p.m
410-289-7556. kjoson@ococean.com.
Dub Custom Car Show
8/07/2010 - 8/08/2010. Address: 40th Street and the Bay
Hundreds of show vehicles, celebrity appearances and performances, models, music, dee-jays and much more.
Admission. Registration fee, begins at 5 p.m.
302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com.
Ocean City Antique Show
8/13/2010 - 8/15/2010. Address: 4001 Coastal Hwy
Show features silver matching service, formal and country furniture, vintage toys, china, glassware and estate jewelry.
Admission. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m
302-539-3049
Worcester County Fair
8/13/2010 - 8/15/2010. Address: Byrd Park, Snow Hill
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, live entertainment, food and craft vendors & more.
Admission. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m
410-632-3329. http://www.worcestercountyfair.com
Kids Crab Round-up
8/14/2010 - 8/14/2010.
Fun morning of crabbing and learning about the MD Blue
Admission. 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
opbobgil@aol.com.
Year Round Events :
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk at Inlet
Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City's past with exhibits of shipwrecks & beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the world, aquarium room & Davy Jones' locker. Unique gift shop with interesting selection of nautical gifts & books. Small admission fee. June - September, daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; May & October, daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; November & December, weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. During winter months please call for hours. 410-289-4991. www.ocmuseum.org.
Art League of Ocean City Exhibit & Receptions, Art League Building, 94th St., Bayside
Continuous exhibits featuring local & regional artists, complemented by a monthly reception, held the first Friday of each month, Feb.-Oct., from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments offered. Free & open to the public. Gallery open Tues.-Sun., 1- 4 p.m. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
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