Ocean City Stories

Ready to get spooky in Ocean City, Maryland? Ghostly Greetings, lovers of the paranormal, to celebrate one of our favorite holidays, at ExploreOC we’d like to cordially invite you to a few ghost stories told the old fashion way- around the screen. Join ExploreOC in investigating paranormal activity and chance encounters with lingering spirits that still haunt the town. Read stories of children ...

Having a bonfire, or fire pit on the beach has been a long-time tradition for many families enjoying their time in Ocean City, MD. This year, however, with the COVID-19 pandemic in full swing over the spring and summer months, our favorite beach town experienced a significant spike in those enjoying socially distanced fires on the beach.  With concerns over restaurant capacity and crowds on the ...

Cruise on in to Ocean City, MD on October 8-11th for the 23rd Annual Endless Summer Crusin’! Enjoy hundreds of hot rods, customs, classics, and trick trucks that will line up and down Coastal Highway for spectators and car enthusiasts alike to enjoy!    Car shows and vendors will be set up in the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Parking lot, and the Inlet Parking lot, with satellite locati...

Looking for things to do with your dog in Ocean City, MD? We have you covered! At Explore OC, we are dog people and want you to have the best time in our favorite beach town with your furry friend. We understand that taking your pet on the perfect beach vacation can be difficult if you don’t know your way around the area, so allow us, your local experts, to guide you through the best things to d...

Grab your kites and hit the road for Ocean City’s Sunfest Kite Festival 2020! Hosted by the Kite Loft on 5th St. in OCMD, the annual Sunfest Kite Festival is a high-flying extravaganza. Bring your beach chairs and hit the sand, or walk along the boardwalk as bright colors soar through the sky! This funfest for fliers and spectators began on Thursday, October 1st, and will run through Sunday, Oct...

Are you planning on visiting Ocean City’s classic Winterfest of Lights this year? This event is a yearly staple for many families living and visiting our favorite beach town, but due to COVID-19, the town of Ocean City is making some changes this year.  Rather than cancel this annual event, the Ocean City Council approved changes that will allow the tradition to continue in 2020. While the eve...

Are you planning on traveling to Ocean City, Maryland this year? Allow us to be the first to say, that we can’t wait for you to come out and enjoy all that our favorite beach town has to offer! From spending time on the beach to enjoying amazing food, and catching breathtaking views, Ocean City has it all!  However, planning a trip to a new place can leave a lot of unknowns. And at Explore OC,...

Are you ready to learn and play at the beach this fall? This school year is looking a little different for everybody, but if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that Ocean City is full of fun learning opportunities for you and your family! You deserve a trip to the beach this year, and it just so happens that September is one of the best months to visit our favorite beach town.  Relax w...

The East Coast’s premiere Jeep Week is back for 2020 and it’s better than ever for Jeeple People from near and far! Take the wheel and head into Ocean City on August 27th through the 30th for one of the largest Jeep events across the US!  Set your early bird alarms to watch the famous Beach Crawl, where Jeeps of all colors and sizes will start on the sand at 8:00 am. The Beach Crawl begins a...

Are you looking for the best, most reliable boat rentals in Ocean City, Maryland? At Explore OC, we’ve got you covered! We know that you can’t wait to be out at sea, and we want you to make the most of our vacation (or staycation)! This is why we’ve rounded up the best boat rentals in our favorite beach town, OCMD!    Odyssea Watersports Voted by Ocean City visitors as the #1 Watersport...