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Monday, February 2nd, 2009

St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival



The annual St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival in Ocean City, Maryland will take place on Saturday, March 14th, 2009.  The parade begins at 60th Street at noon and travels down Coastal Highway to 45th Street.  There are over 100 entrants of marching bands, floats and others.  The festival runs from 11 am to 4 pm at 45th Street.  Food, beverages and entertainment will be available at the festival.  St. ...

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

Ocean City's Winterfest of Lights



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It's almost time to board the Winterfest Express and take a tour of the lights that will be illuminating Northside Park.  The tram will take you through animated  scenes from fairy tales and The Twelve Days of Christmas.  There is also a heated tent where you can enjoy some hot chocolate, browse the gift shop or get your picture taken with Santa.

The Winterfest of Lights ...

Sunday, September 14th, 2008

Get Ready For Ocean City's Sunfest!



The biggest festival in Ocean City starts on September 18th and runs through September 21st.  It all takes place at the Inlet parking lot from 10 am to 10 pm Thursday through Saturday and 10 am to 6 pm on Sunday.  Crafts, art, entertainment, food, plus children's activities, including pumpkin decorating and hayrides.

Headline entertainers this year include the Commodores, The Platters, The Marvelettes, Cornell Gunter's Coasters and Rodney Atkins.

Thurs ...

Monday, June 16th, 2008

4th of July Happenings in Ocean City, Maryland



Ocean City will once again offer two places to be entertained and watch the fireworks on July 4th.  The Jamboree in the Park at Northside Park (127th Street and Bayside) will begin the festivities at 5 pm.  Live music, food, games, inflatables field, dunking game and arts and crafts for the kids will all be available.  Bring a blanket or chair and grab a spot in the park to have ...

Wednesday, March 26th, 2008

14th Annual Maryland Kite Exposition



One of the largest Kite festivals in the U.S.A. will be taking place in Ocean City, Maryland from April 25th through April 27th, 2008. The event takes place between 1st Street and 6th Street on the Boardwalk. Besides mass ascensions, multi-level precision flying events and attempts to break several kiting world records, the festival will keep the little ones happy with kite-making lessons and candy drops. Kite manufacturers ...

Friday, August 17th, 2007

Italian Festival at Sunset Park



Ocean City's Sunset Park will become an Italian block party on Monday, August 27th.  The evening will include Italian food, music by the Monaldi Brothers and a beer and wine garden.

The event is free and runs from 6 to 10 pm.  Sunset Park is located south of the Rt. 50 bridge toward the Inlet.  Parking is available in the municipal lots opposite the park.

For more information call the Ocean City ...

Monday, August 13th, 2007

Art League of Ocean City Maryland


Nancy from the Art League of Ocean City sent us this hot tip. If you like art then you'll love these events:
We have a monthly First Friday reception that kicks off our exhibit for the month.

Our next exhibit is Through the Lens Sept 4-30 with opening reception Fri., 9/7, 5 - 7 p.m. It is free and open to the public. Light, ...

Monday, July 30th, 2007

Free Concerts in Ocean City




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Every Wednesday evening from 8:00 to 9:30 pm, you can enjoy a free concert on the beach at North Division Street. The following is the schedule for the rest of the summer:

August 8th
Jay Henley & The Stone Broke Band - Country

August 15th
Captain Quint - Tropical Rock & Roll

August 22nd
The Beach Bumz - Beach Party Band

August 20th
Randy Lee Ashcroft & ...

Wednesday, July 25th, 2007

Smith Island Cruise



A few weeks ago while spending a week in Ocean City, my husband and I decided to take the Smith Island Trip advertised in the Ocean City local papers. I have always been intrigued by the idea of living in a place surrounded by water and so far-removed from the hustle and bustle of city life...I am now cured and definitely prefer all that comes with living on the ...

Tuesday, July 17th, 2007

White Marlin Open in Ocean City, Maryland



News Release
For immediate release
July 13, 2007

Slips, boats still available for White Marlin Open

Ocean City, MD --- Thinking about fishing in this year's White Marlin Open? It's not too late. Boat slips and charter boats are still available for the 34th annual event being held Aug. 6-10at Harbour Island Marina in Ocean City

Anglers in this year's tournament will compete for an ...