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Ocean City Event Calendar
May
May 01 Region 19 Sweet Adelines Competition
Twenty-seven choruses from the Mid-Atlantic region compete for medals & the opportunity
to represent Region 19 at the international convention. Exciting chorus & quartet performances along with the “Show
of Champions.” Saturday at 8 pm. Convention Center on 40th St. Admission. Fran King, 717-529-3129.
Ward World Championship Wildfowl Carving Competition & Art Festival
Carvers & visitors from across the world convene for the most prestigious competition of
wildfowl art. Event includes judging, benefit auction, classes & seminars, demonstrations, children's activities &
over 100 exhibitor booths of artisans & art supplies. Admission. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours:
Friday from 10am - 5pm; Saturday from 9am - 5pm with award ceremony at 5pm; Sunday from 10am - 4pm. For more information,
contact the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art at 410-742-4988, ext. 120.
Mid-Atlantic Symphony Season Finale
"Made in America." Barber: Adagio; Bernstein: Serenade; Stefan Jackiw, Violin;
Dvorak: New World Symphony. Admission. Located at the Community Church of Ocean Pines on Route 589. Sunday at 3pm;
Pre-concert talk at 2pm. For more information, contact Pat Barrett at 888-846-8600.
MD International Kite Exposition
Expo features impressive ground & air demonstrations of color & imagination. Activities
include sport kite demonstrations, giant kites and lessons in kite making. Events & other competitions such
as candy drops & rokkaku battles throughout the weekend. Come enjoy one of the largest kite festivals in the USA. Located
on the beach at N. Division St. on 6th St. Hours: Friday through Sunday from 9am - 9pm. For more information, contact Jay
Kerr at 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com.
May 05 Springfest
Celebrate the arrival of spring & summer in Ocean City! This festival is four fun-filled
days of continuous entertainment, clever arts & crafts & food vendors galore. Over 184 crafters in two huge big-top
tents, along with gourmet vendors, commercial vendors & food vendors offering everything from the exotic to traditional
Eastern Shore fare. Entertainment is free with the exception of nighttime headline acts on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
evenings at 8 p.m. Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle bus to Springfest
for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart from the south
lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street, ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
Admission to the festival is free; so bring the entire family to enjoy this
wonderful spring event. Festival runs Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Tickets for headline
entertainment on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by
calling TicketMaster at 800-551-SEAT, in Baltimore/Washington, call 410-481-SEAT. www.ticketmaster.com. For general information
about the festival, call 800-626-2326.
May 06 Springfest
Celebrate the arrival of spring & summer in Ocean City! This festival is four fun-filled
days of continuous entertainment, clever arts & crafts & food vendors galore. Over 184 crafters in two huge big-top
tents, along with gourmet vendors, commercial vendors & food vendors offering everything from the exotic to traditional
Eastern Shore fare. Entertainment is free with the exception of nighttime headline acts on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
evenings at 8 p.m. Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle bus to Springfest
for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart from the south
lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street, ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
Admission to the festival is free; so bring the entire family to enjoy this
wonderful spring event. Festival runs Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Tickets for headline
entertainment on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by
calling TicketMaster at 800-551-SEAT, in Baltimore/Washington, call 410-481-SEAT. www.ticketmaster.com. For general information
about the festival, call 800-626-2326.
May 07 Springfest
Celebrate the arrival of spring & summer in Ocean City! This festival is four fun-filled
days of continuous entertainment, clever arts & crafts & food vendors galore. Over 184 crafters in two huge big-top
tents, along with gourmet vendors, commercial vendors & food vendors offering everything from the exotic to traditional
Eastern Shore fare. Entertainment is free with the exception of nighttime headline acts on Thursday, Friday & Saturday
evenings at 8 p.m. Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle bus to Springfest
for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart from the south
lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street, ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
Admission to the festival is free; so bring the entire family to enjoy this
wonderful spring event. Festival runs Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Tickets for headline
entertainment on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by
calling TicketMaster at 800-551-SEAT, in Baltimore/Washington, call 410-481-SEAT. www.ticketmaster.com. For general information
about the festival, call 800-626-2326.
Berlin Blues & Jazz Bash @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Berlin is sponsoring its 4th Annual Jazz and Blues Bash on May 7th,
2011 from 12-8pm . The event is open to the public and provides a designated kids craft area. A celebration of music and art on Main Street in Berlin, Maryland. The event features two outdoor stages of live jazz
and blues plus select art and food vendors to heighten the festival atmosphere. For more information, contact Olive Mawyer
at 410-641-4775 or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
May 08 Springfest
Celebrate the arrival of spring & summer in Ocean City! This festival is four
fun-filled days of continuous entertainment, clever arts & crafts & food vendors galore. Over 184 crafters in two
huge big-top tents, along with gourmet vendors, commercial vendors & food vendors offering everything from the exotic
to traditional Eastern Shore fare. Entertainment is free with the exception of nighttime headline acts on Thursday, Friday
& Saturday evenings at 8 p.m. Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle
bus to Springfest for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will
depart from the south lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street, ride all day for $2. Prices subject to
change.
Admission to the festival is free; so bring the entire family to enjoy this wonderful spring
event. Festival runs Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Tickets for headline entertainment on
sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by calling TicketMaster
at 800-551-SEAT, in Baltimore/Washington, call 410-481-SEAT. www.ticketmaster.com. For general information about the festival,
call 1-800-626-2326.
May 13 Festivals of Music
Music festival for middle, junior & high school instrumental & choral organizations. Located
at the Convention Center on 40th St. Hours: Friday, 8am - 8pm. Parade on Boardwalk, Saturday at 9am. For more information,
contact Kurt Hargleroad at 800-323-0974.
May 14 Festivals of Music
Music festival for middle, junior & high school instrumental & choral organizations. Friday
8am - 8pm at the Convention Center on 40th St. Parade on Boardwalk on Saturday at 9am. For more information,
contact Kurt Hargleroad, 800-323-0974.
White Marlin Festival & Crab Soup Cook Off
The OC Downtown Association kicks off the summer season with 7th annual event. Taste &
help judge the resort’s finest crab soups for a small fee. Enjoy music, clowns, facepainters and magicians. Local
community group exhibits. Located at Somerset Plaza, just off the Boardwalk on Somerset Street in downtown Ocean City. Saturday,
noon to 3pm. For more informatiom, contact the Downtown Association at 410-289-1413 or visit www.downtownassociation.net.
May 18 International
Museum Day at Life Saving Station Museum
Enjoy free admission to the OC Life Saving Station Museum on the south end of the Boardwalk
& explore Ocean City’s best-kept secret. Interesting displays on history, the lore of the sea & more. Wednesday,
10am - 5pm. For more information, contact Sandy Hurley at 410-289-4991 or sandy@ocmuseum.org, or visit www.ocmuseum.org.
International Museum Day at Purnell Museum
Enjoy free admission to celebrate museums around the world. Visit the Julia A. Purnell
Museum in Snow Hill, MD. Interesting displays on Eastern Shore history. Wednesday, 10am - 4pm. For more information,
contact Claire Otterbein at 410-632-0515 or visit www.ocmuseum.org.
May 19 Cruisin' Ocean City
Popular car show features 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars &
more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vendor, midway & more. Admission.
Two locations: Convention Center on 40th Street and Inlet Parking Lot. Thursday - Saturday from 9am - 5pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. For
more information, call Meredith Hennen at 410-798-6304, email infoevent@aol.com or visit www.cruisinoceancity.com.
May 20 Cruisin' Ocean City
Popular car show features 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars &
more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vendor, midway & more. Admission.
Two locations: Convention Center on 40th Street and Inlet Parking Lot. Thursday - Saturday from 9am - 5pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. For
more information, call Meredith Hennen at 410-798-6304, email infoevent@aol.com or visit www.cruisinoceancity.com.
May 21 Spring Car Cruise
Classic cars cruise the streets of Berlin, Maryland. With music in the streets and local
shops in theme, thousands of visitors come to see classic cars from the 50's, 60's and 70's roar up and down the
streets. Saturday from 10am - 2pm. For more information, contact Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
Cruisin' Ocean City
Popular car show features 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars &
more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vendor, midway & more. Admission.
Two locations: Convention Center on 40th Street and Inlet Parking Lot. Thursday - Saturday from 9am - 5pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. For
more information, call Meredith Hennen at 410-798-6304, email infoevent@aol.com or visit www.cruisinoceancity.com.
May 22 Cruisin' Ocean City
Popular car show features 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars &
more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vendor, midway & more. Admission.
Two locations: Convention Center on 40th Street and Inlet Parking Lot. Thursday - Saturday from 9am - 5pm; Sunday 9am - 4pm. For
more information, call Meredith Hennen at 410-798-6304, email infoevent@aol.com or visit www.cruisinoceancity.com.
May 28 Spring Arts & Crafts
Show
Ocean City’s only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden
accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, wood crafts & homemade items. Home grown plants for sale for your yard or
patio. Located at the Convention Center on 40th St. Hours: Saturday, 10am - 5pm and Sunday, 10am - 4pm. For more information,
contact Janice Cropper at 410-213-0735 or cropperjl@aol.com.
May 29 Spring
Arts & Crafts Show
Ocean City’s only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden
accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, wood crafts & homemade items. Home grown plants for sale for your yard or
patio. Located at the Convention Center on 40th St. Hours: Saturday, 10am - 5pm and Sunday, 10am - 4pm. For more information,
contact Janice Cropper at 410-213-0735 or cropperjl@aol.com.
June
June 04 Council of Baltimore Ravens Roosts Annual Parade
Annual parade showcasing over 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. Parade starts at 19th St., marching north to 26th St.
Saturday, 10 a.m. Sue Draper, sdraper65@verizon.net.
Dick
Gelfman's Ride Across MD
Motorcycle ride (but cars & trucks welcome) to benefit fight against breast cancer. Ride
begins in Columbia & ends in OC. Participants raise money for breast cancer & enjoy touring Maryland. Registration.
For more information, contact Nicole Gunther at 410-992-9999.
June 05 Ocean
City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
Dick Gelfman's Ride Across MD
Motorcycle ride (but cars & trucks welcome) to benefit fight against breast cancer. Ride
begins in Columbia & ends in OC. Participants raise money for breast cancer & enjoy touring Maryland. Registration.
For more information, contact Nicole Gunther at 410-992-9999.
June 06 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 07 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 08 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 09 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 11 OC Air Show
The Popular OC Air Show returns! Featuring major aircraft performances from the U.S. Air Force
and U.S. Navy as well as other divisions of the United States Military. Performances will also include civilian aerobatic
performances. Events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors
while they enjoy all that Ocean City’s beach and boardwalk have to offer. Spectators may enjoy the show free of charge
but VIP seating is available. Hospitality events scheduled, sponsors welcome. Shows begin at noon Saturday & Sunday, with
rehearsal day on Friday. General information: 800-626-2326 or visit www.ocairshow.com.
Express Trolley Service for the Air Show leaves the Convention Center south lot & travels
directly from 40th Street to Show Center at 16th Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each show day. Fare is $2 & is transferable
to the regular Coastal Highway bus service as well as Park & Ride Shuttle Service.
Village Fair
The old time Village Fair is fun for the entire family, featuring a huge variety of crafters,
food vendors and lots of entertainment. It also hosts the Berlin Idol Contest, an Antique Road Show and the traditional
favorite, Bathtub Races. Located along Main Street in Berlin. Saturday, 10am – 5pm. For more information, contact
Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
OC Car & Truck Show
10th Anniversary! One of the East Coast's largest automotive & 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 Ocean City's
biggest name performances live on the OC Car Show stage. The event is simply the best entertainment of the summer. Tickets
sold at the door. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday, 10am
- 6pm. For more information, contact Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183 or occarshow02@aol.com. For updates on artists and special
guest appearances visit www.occarshow.com.
31st
Annual Mid-Atlantic Classic Chevy Festival
Classic Chevy Showcase. Boardwalk Cruise 8:30am. Awards at 3pm. Free to public. Car show open
to all Chevrolets. Chinese Auction, Auction, Games, 50/50. Proceeds to benefit charity. Hosted by Mason-Dixon CCC. Located
at the Francis Scott Key Family Resort, 12806 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, MD 21842. For more information, contact Robert K.
Bowie at 302-732-3241 or KNJBowie@aol.com.
June 12 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
Captain Schoepf Relay
Current members of the OC Beach Patrol, as well as
alumni, relay a classic steel buoy the 10 miles of Ocean City's beach. Relay is run from lifeguard stand to stand, then enters
the water to relay back to starting point at 7th St. Sunday at 10am. For more information, contact Kristin
Joson at 410-289-7556 or kjoson@oceancitymd.gov.
OC Car & Truck Show
10th Anniversary! One of the East Coast's largest automotive & 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 Ocean City's
biggest name performances live on the OC Car Show stage. The event is simply the best entertainment of the summer. Tickets
sold at the door. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday, 10am
- 6pm. For more information, contact Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183 or occarshow02@aol.com. For updates on artists and special
guest appearances visit www.occarshow.com.
OC
Air Show
The Popular OC Air Show returns! Featuring major aircraft performances from the U.S. Air Force
and U.S. Navy as well as other divisions of the United States Military. Performances will also include civilian aerobatic
performances. Events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors
while they enjoy all that Ocean City’s beach and boardwalk have to offer. Spectators may enjoy the show free of charge
but VIP seating is available. Hospitality events scheduled, sponsors welcome. Shows begin at noon Saturday & Sunday, with
rehearsal day on Friday. General information: 800-626-2326 or visit www.ocairshow.com.
Express Trolley Service for the Air Show leaves the Convention Center south lot & travels
directly from 40th Street to Show Center at 16th Street from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each show day. Fare is $2 & is transferable
to the regular Coastal Highway bus service as well as Park & Ride Shuttle Service.
June 13 Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645 Scholarship Golf Tournament
Golf tournament at Eagles Landing Golf Course to benefit the Elks Scholarship Fund. Shotgun
Start 8am. $95.00 per person, includes breakfast at Eagles Landing and dinner at the Elks Lodge. Refreshments on
the course. For more information, call 410-250-2645.
June 14 Flag Day Ceremony
The Town of Ocean City will observe Flag Day with a special ceremony. The Mayor will lead a
brief program recognizing veterans and the flag. There will be the pause for the "Pledge of Allegiance." OC Police Department
Color Guard will present the colors and the national anthem will be sung. 7pm on Flag Plaza at Northside Park
on 125th Street and the Bay. For more information, call 410-250-0125.
Ocean City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 15 Ocean
City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 16 Ocean
City Restaurant Week
Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer
fixed-priced menus with two- & three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For
more information, contact the OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 800-626-2326, ext. 2. or visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June 18 Art's
Alive
Ocean City’s 11th annual fine art festival features more than 100 artists selling their
treasures & competing for awards. Visit with the artists as they exhibit their work around the picturesque lagoon at beautiful
Northside Park. Discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City! Listen to lively music while you enjoy lunch
at the Artists' Cafe. Children can enjoy free creative art activities. Located at Northside Park on 125th Street and
the Bay. Hours: Saturday, 9am - 6pm; Sunday, 9am - 5pm. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326.
OC 5 Mile Boardwalk Run @ 7:00 am - 10:00 am
Start at the Boardwalk Arch and run 5 miles on Ocean City's famous Boardwalk. This event is
part of the Ocean City Fitness Challenge, if you dare. For registration and more information, contact Chris Klebe
at 443-497-4324 or Charlie McClure at 443-370-9202. Sign up at www.octrirunning.com.
Viewtrail Metric Century Bike Ride @ 7:00 am - 1:00 pm
Enjoy a bike ride through scenic Worcester County back roads. Three distances to choose from:
20, 40 or 62 mile courses. Show-and-go start from 7am - 9am at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin. Once you arrive at the
starting area, you are ready to go and you may leave on your course. Cycling helmets are mandatory. Each course has refreshment
rest areas. Additional refreshments will be available at the park after each race. This event is part of the Ocean City Fitness
Challenge, if you dare. For more information, contact Chris Klebe at 443-497-4324 or Charlie McClure at 443-370-9202.
Sign up at www.octrirunning.com.
Ocean City Fitness
Challenge Weekend @ 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
2011 Fitness Challenge Events include:
- 5 Mile Boardwalk Run on June 18; starts at 7am at the Boardwalk Arch on North Division Street
and the Boardwalk - Viewtrail Metric Century Bike Ride on June 18
- Assateague Assault Sprint Triathlon on June 19
- Plus more
Event details are being finalized. Registrations will be opening soon. For more information,
contact Chris Klebe at 443-497-4324 or Charlie McClure at 443-370-9202. Sign up at www.octrirunning.com.
June 19 Art's Alive
Ocean City’s 11th annual fine art festival features more than 100 artists selling their
treasures & competing for awards. Visit with the artists as they exhibit their work around the picturesque lagoon at beautiful
Northside Park. Discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City! Listen to lively music while you enjoy lunch
at the Artists' Cafe. Children can enjoy free creative art activities. Located at Northside Park on 125th Street and
the Bay. Hours: Saturday, 9am - 6pm; Sunday, 9am - 5pm. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326.
Assateague Assault Sprint Triathlon @ 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Run, swim and bike in this triathlon sprint. Start at Assateague Island State Park at 7:15
and swim in the ocean 1/2 mile, followed by a 14 mile road bike ride and then a 3.2 mile run to the finish
line. Race is limited to 500 athletes and blends great terrain, plenty of scenery and terrific competition. This event is
part of the Ocean City Fitness Challenge, if you dare. For more information, contact Chris Klebe at 443-497-4324 or Charlie
McClure at 443-370-9202. Sign up at www.octrirunning.com.
Ocean City Fitness Challenge Weekend @ 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
2011 Fitness Challenge Events include:
- 5 Mile Boardwalk Run on June 18; starts at 7am at the Boardwalk Arch on North Division Street
and the Boardwalk - Viewtrail Metric Century Bike Ride on June 18
- Assateague Assault Sprint Triathlon on June 19
- Plus more
Event details are being finalized. Registrations will be opening soon. For more information,
contact Chris Klebe at 443-497-4324 or Charlie McClure at 443-370-9202. Sign up at www.octrirunning.com.
June 20 MD State Firemen's
Assoc. Conference & Parade
Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings and
exhibits. The public is invited to come in and "meet the firemen" & see exhibits at the Convention Center on 40th Street
on Monday & Tuesday from 9am - 5pm and Wednesday from 9am - 12 noon. The annual parade is held from the Inlet
to 9th Street along Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Ocean City on Wednesday at noon. Enjoy equipment, bands and floats.
Parade lasts approximately 3 hours.
June
21 MD State Firemen's Assoc. Conference & Parade
Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings and
exhibits. The public is invited to come in and "meet the firemen" & see exhibits at the Convention Center on 40th Street
on Monday & Tuesday from 9am - 5pm and Wednesday from 9am - 12 noon. The annual parade is held from the Inlet
to 9th Street along Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Ocean City on Wednesday at noon. Enjoy equipment, bands and floats.
Parade lasts approximately 3 hours.
June
22 MD State Firemen's Assoc. Conference & Parade
Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings and
exhibits. The public is invited to come in and "meet the firemen" & see exhibits at the Convention Center on 40th Street
on Monday & Tuesday from 9am - 5pm and Wednesday from 9am - 12 noon. The annual parade is held from the Inlet
to 9th Street along Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Ocean City on Wednesday at noon. Enjoy equipment, bands and floats.
Parade lasts approximately 3 hours.
July
July 04 July 4th Uptown Celebration - Fireworks & Concert
Free concert begins at 8:00 pm, followed by fabulous fireworks at 9:30 pm. Bring
a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening at Northside Park on 125th St. For information: 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
July 4th Downtown Celebration - Fireworks &
Concert
Free concert begins at 8:00 pm, followed by fabulous fireworks at 9:30 pm. Bring
a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening beside the ocean on the beach at the inlet in downtown Ocean City. For information:
1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
July
07 Sunset Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
OC Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation
Great spectator event as the 2011 rookie class demonstrates its skills and participates
in training exercises. Thursday at 7:30am on the beach, downtown between the pier and the inlet. For more information,
contact Kristin Joson at 410-289-7556 or kjoson@oceancitymd.gov.
July 09 Captain Craig Swim
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. Registration fee. Begins at 5pm on 14th Street on the beach. For more information, contact Kristin Joson
at 410-289-7556 or kjoson@oceancitymd.gov.
July 14 Sunset Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
July 15 OC Tuna
Tournament
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins
Friday & Saturday from 4 - 7:30pm and Sunday from 4 - 7pm. Located at the Ocean City Fishing Center, off Route 50 at Inlet
Isle Lane. For more information, call 800-322-3065 or visit www.octunatournament.com.
July 16 OC Tuna Tournament
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins
Friday & Saturday from 4 - 7:30pm and Sunday from 4 - 7pm. Located at the Ocean City Fishing Center, off Route 50 at Inlet
Isle Lane. For more information, call 800-322-3065 or visit www.octunatournament.com.
July 17 OC Tuna Tournament
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins
Friday & Saturday from 4 - 7:30pm and Sunday from 4 - 7pm. Located at the Ocean City Fishing Center, off Route 50 at Inlet
Isle Lane. For more information, call 800-322-3065 or visit www.octunatournament.com.
July 18 Starpower National
Talent Competition
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified
at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies
& prize money. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Activities take place from 8am to approximately 10pm each
day. For more information, call 301-870-9550.
July 19 Starpower National Talent Competition
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified
at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies
& prize money. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Activities take place from 8am to approximately 10pm each
day. For more information, call 301-870-9550.
July 20 Starpower National Talent Competition
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified
at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies
& prize money. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Activities take place from 8am to approximately 10pm each
day. For more information, call 301-870-9550.
July 21 Sunset Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
Starpower National Talent Competition
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified
at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies
& prize money. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Activities take place from 8am to approximately 10pm each
day. For more information, call 301-870-9550.
July 22 Starpower National Talent Competition
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified
at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies
& prize money. Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Activities take place from 8am to approximately 10pm each
day. For more information, call 301-870-9550.
July 25 Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
Christian praise and worship music, dance, prayer & Holy Spirit ministry. Baptism
in the ocean on Wednesday after the morning meeting. Hours: Monday through Wednesday from 10am - 1pm at the Convention
Center on 40th Street and 7pm - 10pm on the beach at N. Division Street. For more information, contact Dick or Gary at 410-289-1296 or
visit www.jesusatthebeach.org.
July 26 Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
Christian praise and worship music, dance, prayer & Holy Spirit ministry. Baptism
in the ocean on Wednesday after the morning meeting. Hours: Monday through Wednesday from 10am - 1pm at the Convention
Center on 40th Street and 7pm - 10pm on the beach at N. Division Street. For more information, contact Dick or Gary at 410-289-1296 or
visit www.jesusatthebeach.org.
July 27 Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
Christian praise and worship music, dance, prayer & Holy Spirit ministry. Baptism
in the ocean on Wednesday after the morning meeting. Hours: Monday through Wednesday from 10am - 1pm at the Convention
Center on 40th Street and 7pm - 10pm on the beach at N. Division Street. For more information, contact Dick or Gary at 410-289-1296 or
visit www.jesusatthebeach.org.
July 28 Sunset Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
July 29 Greek
Festival
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. Come for lunch, dinner, desserts & more. Admission. Located at the
Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Friday & Saturday, 12 noon - 11pm; Sunday 12 noon - 9pm. For more information,
contact the St. George Greek Orthodox Chuch at 410-524-0990.
July 30 OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition
Watch the OC Beach Patrol lifeguards compete against each other in events & demonstrate
their athletic skills. Located on the beach at 8th Street. Saturday, 6 pm. For more information, contact Kristin Joson
at 410-289-7556 or kjoson@ococean.com.
Greek Festival
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. Come for lunch, dinner, desserts & more. Admission. Located at the
Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Friday & Saturday, 12 noon - 11pm; Sunday 12 noon - 9pm. For more information,
contact the St. George Greek Orthodox Chuch at 410-524-0990.
August
August 04 Sunset
Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
August 05 Annual
Berlin Sidewalk Sale
If you are looking for good bargains, you do not want to miss Berlin's Annual Sidewalk Sale.
For three days, businesses in downtown Berlin move their merchandise to the sidewalks and offer tremendous discounts. Hours:
Friday & Saturday, 10am - 5pm and Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Debbie Frene at 410-641-2998.
August 06 Annual
Berlin Sidewalk Sale
If you are looking for good bargains, you do not want to miss Berlin's Annual Sidewalk Sale.
For three days, businesses in downtown Berlin move their merchandise to the sidewalks and offer tremendous discounts. Hours:
Friday & Saturday, 10am - 5pm and Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Debbie Frene at 410-641-2998.
Blessing of the Combines
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, parade of combines &
tractors, food vendors and a tractor pull. Saturday, 11am - 4pm in Downtown Snow Hill. For more information,
contact Kathy Fisher at 410-632-3838 or kfisher44@verizon.net.
Kids Crab Round-up
Fun morning of crabbing & learning about the Maryland Blue Crab. Open to all children 12
years of age & younger accompanied by an adult. Free event. Saturday 9am - 12 noon on the Lagoon Dock at Northside Park,
125th Street & Bay. For more information, contact Bob Gilmore with Ocean City Parrotheads at opbobgil@aol.com.
August 07 Annual
Berlin Sidewalk Sale
If you are looking for good bargains, you do not want to miss Berlin's Annual Sidewalk Sale.
For three days, businesses in downtown Berlin move their merchandise to the sidewalks and offer tremendous discounts. Hours:
Friday & Saturday, 10am - 5pm and Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Debbie Frene at 410-641-2998.
August 08 White
Marlin Open
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Monday through Friday
from 4 - 9 pm. $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Located at Harbour Island Marina on 14th St. and the bay. For more information, call Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
August 09 White
Marlin Open
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Monday through Friday
from 4 - 9 pm. $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Located at Harbour Island Marina on 14th St. and the bay. For more information, call Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
August 10 White
Marlin Open
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Monday through Friday
from 4 - 9 pm. $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Located at Harbour Island Marina on 14th St. and the bay. For more information, call Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
August 11 Sunset
Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
White Marlin Open
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Monday through Friday
from 4 - 9 pm. $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Located at Harbour Island Marina on 14th St. and the bay. For more information, call Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
August 12 White
Marlin Open
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Monday through Friday
from 4 - 9 pm. $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge.
Located at Harbour Island Marina on 14th St. and the bay. For more information, call Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
Worcester County Fair
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, live entertainment,
food & craft vendors, vintage motorcycle day, car show, dog shows & indoor exhibits. Located at Byrd Park in Snow
Hill, MD. Friday & Saturday, 11am - 8pm; Sunday, 11am - 4pm. For more information, contact Earl Ludy, 410-957-4076.
August 13 Dub
Magazine Car Show & Concert
The World’s Largest Custom Car Show Tour invades Ocean City once again with the hottest
rides on the planet, the biggest celebrities and performances and the best place to see the latest and greatest products from
automotive and lifestyle hitting the market. The DUB Show is proud to announce Ocean City as a stop on the 2011 tour.
The event showcases cars, trucks, bikes, trikes and everything you can imagine all under one roof! This is the last big bang
of the summer in Ocean City. You dont want to miss this! Admission. Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm at the Convention
Center on 40th Street. For more information, contact Brian Stoehr at 302-436-0183 or visit www.occarshow.com.
Worcester County Fair
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, live entertainment,
food & craft vendors, vintage motorcycle day, car show, dog shows & indoor exhibits. Located at Byrd Park in Snow
Hill, MD. Friday & Saturday, 11am - 8pm; Sunday, 11am - 4pm. For more information, contact Earl Ludy, 410-957-4076.
August 14 Berlin
Peach Festival
Annual peach celebration includes displays, demonstrations and sales. Kids' activities,
pie eating contest, baking contest and live entertainment. Located on the grounds of the Taylor House Museum in Berlin,
MD on Sunday from 12 noon - 6pm. For more information, contact Susan Taylor at 410-641-1019.
Worcester County Fair
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, live entertainment,
food & craft vendors, vintage motorcycle day, car show, dog shows & indoor exhibits. Located at Byrd Park in Snow
Hill, MD. Friday & Saturday, 11am - 8pm; Sunday, 11am - 4pm. For more information, contact Earl Ludy, 410-957-4076.
Dub Magazine Car Show & Concert
The World’s Largest Custom Car Show Tour invades Ocean City once again with the hottest
rides on the planet, the biggest celebrities and performances and the best place to see the latest and greatest products from
automotive and lifestyle hitting the market. The DUB Show is proud to announce Ocean City as a stop on the 2011 tour.
The event showcases cars, trucks, bikes, trikes and everything you can imagine all under one roof! This is the last big bang
of the summer in Ocean City. You dont want to miss this! Admission. Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm at the Convention
Center on 40th Street. For more information, contact Brian Stoehr at 302-436-0183 or visit www.occarshow.com.
August 18 Sunset
Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
August 21 Ocean
City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 22 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 23 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 24 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 25 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
Sunset Park Party Nights
Bring a chair! Ocean City's downtown bayside park hosts a night of entertainment and a series
of free concerts. Come enjoy an evening beside the bay. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326. Located at Sunset
Park on South Division Street and the Bay every Thursday from July 7 through August 25 from 7pm - 9pm.
August 26 Ocean
City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 27 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 28 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 29 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 30 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
August 31 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
September
September 01 Ocean City Hotel Week
At the end of the summer, hotels and motels located throughout Ocean City will feature great
deals. Featuring free night stays when staying 3 nights or longer and great beach bargains offering discounts up to
25% off. Along with great deals on accommodations, there are lots of amazing free events! Be sure to check out
www.oceancityhotelweek.com for the list of participating properties.
September 02 Labor Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival
A tasteful mix of mediums including original oil & watercolors, woodworking &
furniture, stained glass, glass art, oils, scents, candles, pottery and ceramics. Unique items for gifts and household.
Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Friday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm. For more information, contact ahastings@ocshows.info.
September 03 Labor
Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival
A tasteful mix of mediums including original oil & watercolors, woodworking &
furniture, stained glass, glass art, oils, scents, candles, pottery and ceramics. Unique items for gifts and household.
Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Friday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm. For more information, contact ahastings@ocshows.info.
September 04 Labor
Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival
A tasteful mix of mediums including original oil & watercolors, woodworking &
furniture, stained glass, glass art, oils, scents, candles, pottery and ceramics. Unique items for gifts and household.
Located at the Convention Center on 40th Street. Hours: Friday - Sunday, 10am - 5pm. For more information, contact ahastings@ocshows.info.
September 15 Delmarva
Bike Week
Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy activities & rides throughout the Delmarva
Peninsula. A variety of small & large motorcycle related displays & exhibits from large corporations to small
builders. Free entertainment, charity rides. Three host locations: Seacrets Bar & Grill on 49th St in Ocean
City, Harley Davidson Shop in Seaford and Winterplace Park in Salisbury. Thursday - Saturday, 9am - 7pm and Sunday, 9am
- 4pm. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
September 16 Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show
14k, sterling jewelry, beads, precious & semi-precious stones, crystals, classic &
contemporary designs and more. Admission. Convention Center on 40th Street. Friday, 12 noon - 7pm; Saturday, 10am - 6pm;
Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Barbara Haney at 804-746-7663 or tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net.
Delmarva Bike Week
Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy activities & rides throughout the Delmarva
Peninsula. A variety of small & large motorcycle related displays & exhibits from large corporations to small
builders. Free entertainment, charity rides. Three host locations: Seacrets Bar & Grill on 49th St in Ocean
City, Harley Davidson Shop in Seaford and Winterplace Park in Salisbury. Thursday - Saturday, 9am - 7pm and Sunday, 9am
- 4pm. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
September 17 Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show
14k, sterling jewelry, beads, precious & semi-precious stones, crystals, classic &
contemporary designs and more. Admission. Convention Center on 40th Street. Friday, 12 noon - 7pm; Saturday, 10am - 6pm;
Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Barbara Haney at 804-746-7663 or tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net.
Delmarva Bike Week
Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy activities & rides throughout the Delmarva
Peninsula. A variety of small & large motorcycle related displays & exhibits from large corporations to small
builders. Free entertainment, charity rides. Three host locations: Seacrets Bar & Grill on 49th St in Ocean
City, Harley Davidson Shop in Seaford and Winterplace Park in Salisbury. Thursday - Saturday, 9am - 7pm and Sunday, 9am
- 4pm. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
September 18 Delmarva Bike Week
Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy activities & rides throughout the Delmarva
Peninsula. A variety of small & large motorcycle related displays & exhibits from large corporations to small
builders. Free entertainment, charity rides. Three host locations: Seacrets Bar & Grill on 49th St in Ocean
City, Harley Davidson Shop in Seaford and Winterplace Park in Salisbury. Thursday - Saturday, 9am - 7pm and Sunday, 9am
- 4pm. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
Gem, Mineral
& Jewelry Show
14k, sterling jewelry, beads, precious & semi-precious stones, crystals, classic &
contemporary designs and more. Admission. Convention Center on 40th Street. Friday, 12 noon - 7pm; Saturday, 10am - 6pm;
Sunday, 11am - 5pm. For more information, contact Barbara Haney at 804-746-7663 or tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net.
September 22 Annual
Sand Castle Home Tour
Art League of Ocean City's popular event features a self-guided driving tour of 10 unique Ocean
City area homes. Ticketed admission. Thursday & Friday, 9:30am - 4pm. For more information, contact Nancy Howard
at 410-524-9433 or visit www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Sunfest Kite Festival
Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy three 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.
Located on the beach between 1st and 6th Streets; Thursday - Sunday from 9am - 9pm. For more information, contact Jay
Knerr at 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com.
Sunfest
Ocean City's most popular festival! Popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun with
arts & crafts, big-top tents, food vendors & more. All entertainment is free with the exception of evening headline
acts. Nothing delights the eye more than our artisans’ unique designs of fine art & distinctive crafts. Try the
bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food. Children's activities are available on Saturday & Sunday. Located
at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Festival hours: Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm.
For more information, call 800-626-2326.
Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle
bus to Sunfest for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart
from the south lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street; ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
September 23 Berlin
Fiddler's Convention
Three days of free, live, Bluegrass music on Main Street in Downtown Berlin. Music lovers of
all ages travel from across the region to hear competitors vie for thousands in cash prizes. The event kicks off with
a concert on Friday night, followed by an Acoustic Music Competition all day Saturday and closing with a free Bluegrass Gospel
Jam on Sunday morning. Friday, 6pm - 10pm; Saturday, 10am - 5pm; Sunday, 11am - 2pm. For more information, contact Olive Mawyer
at 410-641-4775 or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
Sunfest Kite Festival
Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy three 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.
Located on the beach between 1st and 6th Streets; Thursday - Sunday from 9am - 9pm. For more information, contact Jay
Knerr at 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com.
Annual Sand Castle Home Tour
Art League of Ocean City's popular event features a self-guided driving tour of 10 unique Ocean
City area homes. Ticketed admission. Thursday & Friday, 9:30am - 4pm. For more information, contact Nancy Howard
at 410-524-9433 or visit www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Sunfest
Ocean City's most popular festival! Popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun with
arts & crafts, big-top tents, food vendors & more. All entertainment is free with the exception of evening headline
acts. Nothing delights the eye more than our artisans’ unique designs of fine art & distinctive crafts. Try the
bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food. Children's activities are available on Saturday & Sunday. Located
at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Festival hours: Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm.
For more information, call 800-626-2326.
Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle
bus to Sunfest for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart
from the south lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street; ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
September 24 Berlin
Fiddler's Convention
Three days of free, live, Bluegrass music on Main Street in Downtown Berlin. Music lovers of
all ages travel from across the region to hear competitors vie for thousands in cash prizes. The event kicks off with
a concert on Friday night, followed by an Acoustic Music Competition all day Saturday and closing with a free Bluegrass Gospel
Jam on Sunday morning. Friday, 6pm - 10pm; Saturday, 10am - 5pm; Sunday, 11am - 2pm. For more information, contact Olive Mawyer
at 410-641-4775 or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
Sunfest
Ocean City's most popular festival! Popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun with
arts & crafts, big-top tents, food vendors & more. All entertainment is free with the exception of evening headline
acts. Nothing delights the eye more than our artisans’ unique designs of fine art & distinctive crafts. Try the
bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food. Children's activities are available on Saturday & Sunday. Located
at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Festival hours: Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm.
For more information, call 800-626-2326.
Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle
bus to Sunfest for $1. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart
from the south lot of the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street; ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
Sunfest Kite Festival
Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy three 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.
Located on the beach between 1st and 6th Streets; Thursday - Sunday from 9am - 9pm. For more information, contact Jay
Knerr at 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com.
September 25 Sunfest Ocean City’s most popular
festival! Popular entertainers highlight four days of fall fun with arts & crafts, big-top tents, food vendors & more.
All entertainment is free with the exception of evening headline acts. Nothing delights the eye more than our artisans’
unique designs of fine art & distinctive crafts. Try the bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food. Children's
activities are available on Saturday & Sunday. Located at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Festival hours:
Thursday - Saturday, 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 6pm. For more information, call 800-626-2326.
Free parking is available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride. Park free & ride shuttle bus to Sunfest for $1.
Ride the Boardwalk Tram to the Inlet for $3 each way. Express trolley shuttles will depart from the south lot of the
Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 40th Street; ride all day for $2. Prices subject to change.
Berlin Fiddler's Convention
Three days of free, live, Bluegrass music on Main Street in Downtown Berlin. Music lovers of all ages travel from across
the region to hear competitors vie for thousands in cash prizes. The event kicks off with a concert on Friday night,
followed by an Acoustic Music Competition all day Saturday and closing with a free Bluegrass Gospel Jam on Sunday morning.
Friday, 6pm - 10pm; Saturday, 10am - 5pm; Sunday, 11am - 2pm. For more information, contact Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775
or visit www.berlinchamber.org.
Sunfest Kite Festival
Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy three 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. Located on the beach between
1st and 6th Streets; Thursday - Sunday from 9am - 9pm. For more information, contact Jay Knerr at 410-289-7855 or
visit www.kiteloft.com.
September 30 Winefest
on the Beach
Wineries from across the Mid-Atlantic region as well as micro-brew beer. Arts & crafts, live music, food available
& more. Admission. Located at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Friday & Saturday from 11am
- 7pm. For more information, contact Christina Nokes. 410-280-3306.
October October 01 Chesapeake
Celtic Festival
Celebrating the history & culture of all Celtic nations - Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Isle
of Man, Cornwall, Brittany (France), Galicia & Astanas (Spain). Music, dancing, art, storytelling, athletics, martial
arts, crafts, lifestyle re-creation, dogs, sheep herding & more. Admission. Saturday and Sunday from 11am - 5:30pm
at the Furnace Town Living Heritage Museum in Snow Hill, Maryland. For more information, contact Jeanne du Nord
at 410-651-0757.
Ocean City Coin & Currency
Show
Thirty or more coin & currency dealers buying & selling, plus free appraisals &
free admission. Saturday, 10am - 6pm and Sunday 10am - 4pm and the Convention Center on 40th Street. For more information,
contact Carl Ostiguy at 443-623-7025.
Harbor
Day at the Docks - A Waterfront Heritage Festival
Join us for a maritime heritage festival on the docks in the commercial fishing harbor. Seafood
cooking demonstrations, fish cleaning techniques, local food available, live entertainment & much more. Located at the
West Ocean City Commercial Harbor Area on Sunset Ave. Free admission; great event for the entire family. Saturday, 10am -
5pm. For more information, visit www.ocharborday.com.
Winefest on the Beach
Wineries from across the Mid-Atlantic region as well as micro-brew beer. Arts & crafts,
live music, food available & more. Admission. Located at the Inlet Parking Lot in Downtown Ocean City. Friday
& Saturday from 11am - 7pm. For more information, contact Christina Nokes. 410-280-3306.
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