Search Results

November in Ocean City

Published On: Oct 30, 2018

The Holiday Season is upon us, and Ocean City has so many exciting events going on throughout the month of November! From live performances to holiday festivals, there are numerous shows and happenings you, your friends, and families will not want to miss. Peppa Pig Live! (Nov. 1) Peppa Pig’s Bi...

Ocean City Comic-Con 2021

Published On: Dec 11, 2021

Comic-Con is back in Ocean City for a day of out-of-this-world fun! Stop by to visit all of your favorite comic characters, watch anime screenings, participate in cosplay contests, and so much more. Roland E. Powell Convention Center hosts Comic-Con on December 11th from 10 AM to 5 PM. We know your...

Visit the Taylor Museum in Berlin, MD

Published On: Jun 7, 2021

Are you looking for family-friendly activities in Worcester, MD? Look no further than the Taylor Museum in Berlin, MD. Originally set for demolition in 1981, this 19th Century home now serves as a museum in the Town of Berlin, filled with a rich, local history, that satisfies the curiosities of loca...

FOMO Is Real (Fear Of Missing Out)

Published On: Dec 24, 2017

In mid October, Expedia released a list of the top 14 cities that give you the worst case of FOMO (fear of missing out).  Ocean City made it onto the list, alongside some of the most beloved cities in the United States, and we agree! As the article states, “Ocean City in the summertime...

Things to Do in Ocean City this November

Published On: Nov 1, 2019

The holidays are upon us and your presents is requested in Ocean City, MD. The town is filled with tons of fun holiday events and activities to keep you and your family busy right through November. Yule be sorry if you miss out, so plan your holiday vacation today and visit OCMD this November!  “We...

PBR Ocean City, MD Seacrets Classic

Published On: May 30, 2023

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the PBR Ocean City, MD Seacrets Classic. This highly anticipated event brings together the electrifying world of professional bull riding with the coastal charm of Ocean City, Maryland. With adrenaline-pumping action, captivating entertainment, and a beaut...

Maryland’s Coast Spring & Easter Events 2024

Published On: Mar 18, 2024

The warmth of spring brings with it a rush of exciting events along Maryland's Coast! In all of our nearby towns, there are upcoming festivities and Easter celebrations on the way. If you’re local or visiting before the summer rush, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So, mark you...

Shore Craft Beer Fest in OCMD

Published On: Feb 26, 2020

Head into Ocean City, Maryland and celebrate Love on Tap with the 5th Annual Shore Craft Beer Fest: Love on Tap! On February 29, from 1:00-4:00 pm at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, enjoy unlimited beer tastings from more than twenty of your favorite breweries.    Learn the history and her...

ArtX Returns to Ocean City, MD

Published On: Aug 20, 2021

Artistic Xpression is in the air this weekend as ArtX returns to Ocean City, Maryland! The premier art festival is being held at Northside Park on Saturday, August 21 from 12 to 8 PM and Sunday, August 22 from 9 AM to 3 PM. Come experience artistic activities and opportunities to express yourself...

Ocean City St. Patrick's Parade 2020

Published On: Mar 12, 2020

Follow the rainbow to Ocean City, Maryland on March 14th for the 41st Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade! The parade begins promptly at 12:00 pm from 60th Street and heads south to the Judge's Stand on 44th Street.  Dress in your best green attire and bring your lawn chairs for a day of merriment in O...

Visiting OCMD During the Off-Season

Published On: Sep 23, 2019

We all know to visit Ocean City, Maryland during the summer months of June through August, but what happens in a resort town during the off-season? Locals and seasoned tourists can agree that the months following summertime are some of the best times to visit OCMD. With light traffic and endless eve...

National Plan Your Vacation Day

Published On: Jan 24, 2024

The cold weather might make it hard to believe, but January 30th is National Plan Your Vacation Day! Here on Maryland’s Coast, we’re welcoming the thoughts of warm weather and time spent on the beach. The end of January reminds us to start looking forward to the summer and booking those...

2023 Fall Festivities on Maryland’s Coast

Published On: Oct 18, 2023

From the lively boardwalk and beaches to our small towns around Maryland’s Coast, the fall festivities are back for Halloween enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy. Whether you're a fan of Halloween parades, fall-themed activities, or spooky trick-or-treating, the coast has plenty of fun to par...

FeBREWary in Ocean City

Published On: Jan 31, 2019

You should never need an excuse to drink craft beer, but if you do… FeBREWary is the perfect reason to indulge in all of your favorite local craft brews! In Ocean City, along the Eastern Shore, and even throughout the state of Maryland, Ale Houses, breweries, and pubs are showing their appreciation...

Springfest OCMD 2021

Published On: May 5, 2021

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 E...

FeBREWary in Ocean City, Maryland

Published On: Feb 7, 2020

Celebrate FeBREWary in Ocean City, Maryland, Maryland’s official month-long celebration of craft beer. Ocean City is hosting fun, craft brew events all month long, making February the perfect time to grab your friends and plan a getaway to OCMD.    Try a new release from your favorite local brewer...

Things to Do in Ocean City MD This Weekend

Published On: May 4, 2022

At Explore OC, we are ready for summer in Ocean City, MD and this weekend hosts a few annual kick-off events that signal summer is here! Plus, a ton of our favorite restaurants and places to visit around town have opened up for the season. If you’re in town or visiting soon, check out the u...

The Best Time of Year to Visit Ocean City, MD

Published On: Sep 20, 2022

The best time of year to visit Ocean City, MD is right now—the end of summer and the beginning of fall! Now, to be fair, we don’t think there’s ever a wrong time to be in Ocean City, MD but these months can be incredible. On Maryland’s Coast, all of Worcester County thrives a...

Sunfest in Ocean City, MD

Published On: Oct 19, 2022

Sunfest is back and bigger than ever in Ocean City, MD this weekend to celebrate its 47th year in town! The annual beach festival at the Inlet is an OCMD favorite for all ages, attracting thousands of attendees each year. This year there are new attractions for all. The FREE four-day art, food, and...

Work & Learn from OCMD

Published On: Jun 7, 2021

While this year’s classrooms may look a bit different, one of the biggest benefits of remote learning is that you’re able to do it from anywhere! With great weather and fewer crowds, Fall is a great time to bring your work to Ocean City. Bring your studies to the shore and relax at night...

3rd Annual Ocean City Film Festival

Published On: Dec 26, 2018

Mark your calendars for the return of the Ocean City Film Festival on March 8-10! The 2018 event featured more than 100 films over three days at the Princess Royale Hotel, Clarion Resort Hotel, and Fox Gold Coast Theater. Last year’s all access passes for $50 included unlimited movie access, openin...

25th Annual Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival

Published On: Jul 22, 2019

Get into the spirit with the Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival, returning for its 25th year in Ocean City from July 29-31! Celebrating 25 Years! The festival begins each day at 10am at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Join in on the fun with three days of celebration of prais...

National Folk Festival in Salisbury

Published On: Sep 12, 2021

Just a short drive down Route 50 from Ocean City, and you’re in Salisbury, MD, the Capital of the Eastern Shore where the National Folk Festival will be hosted for the third year in a row! This year will be the 80th annual National Folk Festival event, and the last year it will be hosted on Ma...

Sunfest Weekend in Ocean City, MD

Published On: Sep 30, 2021

Are you ready for Sunfest this weekend in Ocean City, MD? Just because it’s officially fall, that doesn’t mean that our beach town stops celebrating the warm weather and sunny days for as long as possible! Sunfest weekend is here and you don’t want to miss out on the fun at the tow...

OPA! The Ocean City Greek Festival Returns July 26-28

Published On: Jul 19, 2019

Opa! The 30th annual Ocean City Greek Festival returns to the Convention Center Friday, July 26 - Sunday, July 28, celebrating all things Greek! Enjoy delicious Greek cuisine, shop traditional Greek vendors, and enjoy authentic Greek music, all right here in Ocean City. Not to mention - this is the...

Sunfest Celebrates 45 Years of Sun and Fun!

Published On: Sep 14, 2019

In Ocean City, Maryland, summer is just a state of mind! Locals and vacationers alike hold on to the very last bits of warm weather and sunshine as long as possible! Which is one of the reasons that the town of OC waits until the end of September to hold the largest event of the summer - Sunfest!...

2022 Jellyfish Festival & Professional Bull Riding in OCMD

Published On: Jun 2, 2022

Are you ready for the biggest party on the beach in Ocean City, MD? The 2022 Jellyfish Festival is back in town and ready for a rockin’ weekend. Plus, professional bull riding will be taking place at the Inlet for the first time EVER in OCMD. Beat the crowds at the beach and celebrate the star...

Ocean City Film Festival 2018

Published On: Feb 16, 2018

Over 100 films and artists from all over the world are coming to town March 9th-11th for Ocean City’s Second Annual Film Festival! Last year’s Film Festival took place June 8th-11th, and although it was a successful event during the summer season, the festival has moved to the off-sea...

Fall Events Near Ocean City, MD

Published On: Nov 1, 2021

 It’s that time of year again! Time for family trips to the pumpkin patch, a brisk stroll on the boardwalk and beach, and getting a jump start on your holiday shopping and decorating. We know all these fun Fall festivities can really work up an appetite, so make sure you carve out time fo...

April Events in Worcester County, MD

Published On: Mar 28, 2022

As the weather gets warmer and we start approaching the start of summer on Maryland’s Coast, there are events popping up all over town! Enjoy a spring trip this April to Ocean City, Berlin, Pocomoke, or anywhere else in Worcester County, MD. Check out what’s going on in April on Maryl...

Ocean City Jellyfish Festival 2021

Published On: Sep 3, 2021

Are you ready for the upcoming Jellyfish Festival in Ocean City, MD? Make your 2021 Labor Day weekend a memorable one at the ultimate beach music festival! Enjoy two days and two nights of fun in the sand for all ages and walks of life. Summer’s not over yet, and here at Explore OC, we&rsqu...

Springfest 2023 in Ocean City, MD

Published On: May 1, 2023

Springfest in Ocean City, MD is one of the most anticipated events of the year. This annual event is a celebration of the arrival of warmer weather and the start of the tourist season in the town. The four-day festival is filled with live music, delicious food, and unique vendors all together at Oce...

Festivals on Maryland’s Coast

Published On: May 19, 2023

Are you planning a trip to Maryland’s Coast? Do you love attending festivals and events? If yes, then you are in luck because the coastal towns of Maryland have a great calendar of events happening all season long for you to enjoy. While there are tons of things to do all year round, here are...

Ocean City Film Festival

Published On: Mar 2, 2020

Visit Ocean City, Maryland and celebrate art at the 4th Annual Ocean City Film Festival, taking place Wednesday, March 5th, through Sunday, March 8th. Founded in 2017, the Ocean City Film Festival works in collaboration with the Art League of Ocean City to integrate the artistic element of visual me...

Maryland International Kite Expo

Published On: Apr 9, 2019

Do you remember spending endless hours on the beach flying your kite as a kid, hoping the wind would blow just right as it soared through the air? It's time to find that inner-childhood again and head out to the Ocean City MD beaches this month for the Maryland International Kite Expo. Ocean City M...

Halloween Festivities on Maryland’s Coast

Published On: Oct 14, 2022

The summer season may be over but Worcester County and Maryland’s Coast come alive during the fall with small-town Halloween festivities. Whether you live locally or you’re visiting in the off-season, there’s still so much to enjoy.  Ocean City, Ocean Pines, Berlin, Pocomok...

Canceled: Oceans Calling Festival in Ocean City, MD

Published On: Sep 28, 2022

A wave of music is taking Ocean City, MD by storm with the Oceans Calling Music Festival taking place this weekend! The three-day festival begins Friday, September 30th, and continues through October 2nd. With headliners like Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds, The Lumineers, and Alanis Morissette, yo...

Explore the Small Coastal Towns of Worcester County

Published On: May 25, 2023

Worcester County is known for being Maryland’s only seaside. Every summer, vacationers are drawn to the county’s sandy beaches bordering the Atlantic Ocean. The savviest of travelers, however, will look beyond the beach to discover the charm of Worcester County’s main street...

Visit OCMD for the 25th Annual Wine on the Beach!

Published On: Sep 19, 2019

Raise your glasses to 25 years of Wine on the Beach! Launched in 1994, Wine on the Beach has quickly become an Ocean City tradition for friends and family to gather together and learn more about Maryland wines, taste new products, and stock up on favorites before the holidays!  This year Wine on th...

2023 Oceans Calling Music Festival

Published On: Sep 26, 2023

The Oceans Calling music festival is a unique new event that we can’t wait to experience this weekend in Ocean City, MD! Get excited about the power of your favorite music with the thrill of being in our favorite beach town, right next to the ocean. We’re anticipating huge crowds approxi...

Why Visit Ocean City Outside of Peak Season?

Published On: Oct 9, 2018

While we all know there are plenty of things to do in Ocean City outside of the peak season (like golfing, trips to Assateague Island, shopping at the outlet malls, exploring museums, and more) what are the real reasons to visit the town during the off-season, and what is there to do? Enjoy Unique...

Festivals, Food, and Fun on Maryland's Coast

Published On: Oct 11, 2022

From weekly local events to yearly large-scale celebrations, it’s always festival season in Worcester County, Md. SpringFest brings local, regional and national entertainment to the area in an annual celebration of the spring-to-summer transition. SunFest, OC BikeFest and OCtoberFest promis...

8th Annual Children's Day on The Bay Festival

Published On: Aug 1, 2018

The Ocean City Lifesaving Museum is hosting its 8th Annual Children’s Day on the Bay Festival at Sunset Park in Ocean City Sunday, Aug. 8 from noon to 3 p.m. The whole family is invited to enjoy animals, games, crafts and pizza brought to you by the Dough Roller.  Local museums will set up throughou...

29th Annual Ocean City Springfest

Published On: Apr 23, 2019

Catch amazing headliners and some of your favorite local bands at the 29th Annual Ocean City Springfest! Taking over the Inlet, Springfest brings free art, entertainment, and live music to town, kicking off the start of the season. Head to the Ocean City Inlet and Boardwalk with the whole family Ma...

Upcoming Occasions in Ocean City

Published On: Jan 12, 2018

As a happening town all months of the year, Ocean City is full of holiday celebrations, unbeatable restaurant deals and lots of excitement! So much happens, that we decided to break it down and give you a need-to-know overview for the upcoming months in town.   The farther in advance you pl...

Fall, Beercations, Festivals and Craft Beer on Maryland's Coast

Published On: Jun 7, 2021

Those who have been trying to keep an eye on the craft beer scene of Maryland’s Eastern Shore lately can hardly blink without missing something new: a new beer, a switch to cans, take-out, and delivery options. You can even buy beer online from some breweries and have it sent to you. The COVID...

Visit OCMD for the 5th Annual Shore Craft Beer Fest!

Published On: Oct 23, 2019

Head into Ocean City, Maryland this weekend and celebrate O.C.toberfest with the 5th Annual Shore Craft Beer Fest! On October 26th from 12:30-4:30 pm at Sunset Park, enjoy unlimited tastings from 16 of your favorite breweries, live music, and more at this kid and pet-friendly event! The Shore Craft...

St. Patrick's Day Shenanigans in Ocean City, MD

Published On: Mar 2, 2018

Every year, locals and visitors are drawn to Ocean City, Maryland to celebrate all of the much anticipated St. Patrick’s Day festivities.  Now that it is finally March, we wanted to let you guys in on all of the cool events that are happening around town. St. Patrick’s Day Parade...

5 Reasons to Visit Ocean City in September

Published On: Aug 1, 2017

If you’re under the assumption that the majority of the fun in Ocean City occurs in June, July and August, than you’ve clearly never spent time in Ocean City during the month of September! Locals will tell you that it’s their favorite month in the resort town…and for good re...

Explore OC's Guide to Halloween in Ocean City!

Published On: Oct 22, 2019

In Ocean City, Maryland we love the holidays! From October through the New Year, the town is jam-packed with tons of fun events and activities for the entire family! Check out a full list of events below and visit OCMD this October for all of your Halloween fun! Get in the swing of Halloween with t...

Upcoming Events in Downtown Pocomoke City

Published On: Mar 16, 2023

Looking for upcoming events in downtown Pocomoke City, MD? Spring is just around the corner and as the weather teases us with warm days here and there, on Maryland’s Coast we’re gearing up for local small-town events. Whether you’re in town visiting or living locally and looking fo...

Ocean City Film Fest

Published On: Mar 5, 2021

Are you excited for the 5th Annual Ocean City Film Festival? The week-long event taking place March 4th to March 11th will be streamed virtually for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home! The Ocean City Film Festival partners with the Art League of Ocean City to bring together filmmakers from...

Fantastic Fall Events at Fager's

Published On: Oct 5, 2017

Summer has come to an end and most vacationers have returned home. The town is quieter and less crowded, however, that does not mean that all of the fun is over! Looking for some entertaining events to participate in this fall and keep busy? Fager’s has plenty of fun and exciting events coming...