Ocean City Stories

This is the most wonderful time of the year for beach and summer-lovers everywhere. It’s Memorial Day weekend in Ocean City, MD! The long weekend bustling with the first beach trip of the year is a time to look forward to.  Are you spending your time off in Ocean City, Maryland? At Explore OC, we sure are, and we have the inside scoop of all the fun Memorial Day events planned for the weekend!...

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines and get excited for the 30th annual Cruisin’ Weekend in Ocean City, Maryland! This nationally recognized event is a car lover’s paradise bringing thousands of classic cars, hot rods, customs, street machines, and more.  Come on out May 20 to 23 at the Ocean City Convention Center and Inlet parking lot for vendors, entertainment, celebrity sightings, a...

If you’re coming to Ocean City, Maryland this summer you need to hear about Sand Taxi! Sand Taxi brings a new level of relaxation and convenience to your beach trip with quality service you can’t find anywhere else.  Visitors and locals alike can take advantage of an easy new way to spend time on the beach. Call on Sand Taxi and let them take care of the hassle of beach equipment. Lugging to...

Are you ready for Springfest 2021? Springfest is BACK and better than ever this year in Ocean City, Maryland! 2021 marks the 30th year of Springfest and we can’t wait to celebrate. Join us for a beach trip and experience a fun weekend filled with music, food, arts and crafts, and so much more! At Explore OC, you already know that we love Springfest and can’t wait to see you all there! That’...

You want the whole family to have a good time on your beach trip right? Well, Explore OC has a list of many fun things to do with toddlers during your stay in Ocean City, Maryland. Kids want to stay entertained at every moment and it can be a challenge to keep up with their short attention spans.  Ocean City provides a great escape from the monotony of everyday life without needing to break the ...

With the warm weather here to stay, we know you must be excited about the beach, but do you know about the best parks in Ocean City, Maryland? Our coastal town has much to offer and the sandy beaches are just the start! If you’re looking for a spot to take your kids, go for a run with your dogs, or just a chance to get off the sand, then this is for you. Check out your local guide to some of Ex...

You may have heard that it’s time for the 17-year periodical cicadas to return this spring, but did you know that Ocean City, Maryland will be a cicada-free zone?! Yup - you read that right. The noisy, large winged bugs are expected to come back in swarms after their time underground but will be sparing parts of the Eastern Shore from their presence.  Quite soon you may be in need of an escape...

Are you looking for things to do outdoors in Ocean City, Maryland? We’ve been stuck inside long enough- it’s time to embrace this warmer weather and spend time outside. While the beach is great and certainly one of our favorite places to be, Ocean City has much more than that to offer!  If you’re local or visiting, Explore OC’s got you covered. Check out some of our favorite outdoor dest...

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Explore OC and Ocean City, MD! Our beach town sure knows how to celebrate this day of luck and cheer! Although this year looked a bit different without classic events like the St. Patrick’s Day parade, we hope you caught some of the festivities this weekend.  If not- you’re in luck, enjoy this video of the parade in 2019 that captured some of the St. Patrick’...

Are you interested in craft breweries and wineries near OCMD? It’s no secret that Ocean City has become a hotspot for delicious and local craft beer. With so many new places to try, Explore OC is here to keep you in the loop and share some of our favorite spots.  Craft Breweries Near Ocean City Burley Oak Brewing Co. is a staple in the coolest small town- Berlin, just down the road from Ocean...