Ocean City
offers exciting events through the year making it the number one family
resort
May
31
Council
of Baltimore Ravens Roosts Annual Parade
19th
St. & Baltimore Ave. to 28th St.
Annual
parade showcasing 50 member roosts from MD, DE & PA, as they show
pride for the Baltimore Ravens. Players, cheerleaders, mascots, bands.
Floats & more in this two-hour parade. Featured appearance by the Pep
Band of Baltimore’s Marching Ravens. Saturday, 10 a.m. Ed Young,
410-726-2416.
www.councilrr.com.
May
31-June 1
Powerboat
Races
Ocean
City Beach and West OC Marina Area
Powerboat
racing returns to OC! Dry and wet pits can be viewed at West OC's
Sunset Marina on Saturday free of charge. Talk to the crews and get a
close look. Races take place on Sunday with the first at 12:30 p.m.
and the second at 2:00 p.m. Races can be viewed from the beach and
Boardwalk from Wicomico Street Pier to 36th. There is no charge for
spectators. www.oparacing.com. www.missgeicoracing.com.
May
31-June 2
Ride
Across MD
Francis
Scott Key Motel, & OC Area
Motorcycle
ride to benefit fight against breast cancer. Ride begins in Columbia &
ends in OC. Registration. Teresa Jones, 410-992-9999. www.rideacrossmaryland.org.
June
1-8
Ocean
City Restaurant Week
City-Wide
Week-long
culinary experience allows guests to indulge in the finest OC fare at
fixed prices. Participating restaurants offer two- & three-course
meals at $20 & $30, respectively. No tickets or passes required, but
reservations are appreciated. OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant-Assoc.,
800-626-2326. www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com.
June
1-20
Play
It Safe
Ocean
City Area
High
school graduates from the class of 2008 are invited to participate in
fun, free activities including karaoke, beach volleyball, windsurfing,
kayaking, rock climbing, midnight bowling, basketball, mini golf,
laser tag, access to health & racquet club, paintball & much more. All
events are alcohol & drug free, encouraging responsible fun while
celebrating. As a bonus, participants of events receive wristbands
entitling them to free Town of Ocean City bus transportation. Lois
Twilley, 410-632-0056. www.playitsafeoceancity.com.
June
6-8
Eastern
Shore Men’s & Women’s Outdoor Championship
OC
Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay
Eastern
Shore men’s & women’s tennis tournament will attract some of the best
players in the Mid-Atlantic region. Join this prestigious tournament
as player or spectator. USTA- sanctioned tournament. Registration fee.
Spectators free. Fri., 6-9 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 6
p.m. Rod Dulany, 410-524-8337. rdulany@ococean.com. www.ococean.com./tennis.
June
7-8
OC
Car & Truck Show
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
The
biggest automotive & youth culture event at the beach with hundreds of
vehicles, music, entertainment, celebrity appearances & much more.
Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Brian Stoehr,
302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com. occarshow02@aol.com.
June
7-8
Mid-Atlantic
Classic Chevy Festival
Francis
Scott Key Motel, Rt. 50
Open to
all 1929-72 Chevrolets. Events include boardwalk cruise & competitions
for best paint, interior & engine. Sat., 1-8 p.m.; Sunday, 8:15 a.m.-
4 p.m. Keith Bowie, 302-732-3241.
June
10-11
OC
Air Show
OC
Beach & Boardwalk
New event
features military aircraft demonstrations and flyovers, along with
civilian aerobatic performances from noon to 3 p.m. each day. The red,
white and blue jets of the US Jet aerobatic team, one of only two
civilian aerobatic jet teams in the country, and the black and gold
parachutes of US Army Golden Knights will fill the sky over the beach.
The US Air Force reserve bi-plane will also perform at the event.
Pilot Ed Hamill will dazzle spectators with a thrilling aerobatic show
of loops, rolls and climbs. Interactive displays and exhibits will be
open on the streets surrounding the show center, located near 16th
Street on the Boardwalk. In conjunction with the Air Show, on Monday,
June 9th, the OC Municipal Airport will host an open house, where
aircraft can be viewed up close. Spectators may see the events free on
the beach, or premium viewing opportunities and hospitality chalets
between 14th and 17th streets are available for a fee. To see more on
the OC Air Show, visit www.ocairshow.com.
June
14
Village
Fair
Main
St., Berlin
Old time
celebration includes children’s play land, craft & food vendors,
entertainment, Berlin Idol contest, bathtub races & more. Saturday,
410-641-4775. www.berlinmdcc.org.
June
14
OceanCity.com
Sandcastle Contest
Carousel
Resort Hotel & Condominiums, 118th St.
Events
include a professional showcase & clinic at 9:30 a.m., with contest
construction 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. Award ceremony at 3 p.m. “Medieval
Times” will appear with “knights” in a choreographed combat
exhibition. Judging by local celebrities. Proceeds benefit “Play It
Safe” program. Saturday. Spectators no admission charge. Registration
fees may apply. Ann McGinnis Hillyer, 410-703-1970. www.oceancity.com.
June
14
Flag
Day Ceremony
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Celebrate
the nation’s symbol as Ocean City pauses for the pledge with a
ceremony & patriotic music at the Flag Plaza. Saturday, 7 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
June
14-20
MD
State Firemen’s Assoc. Conference & Parade
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
Parade, Downtown OC
Annual
conference with equipment & vendors. Parade, Wednesday, 1 p.m. Leonard
King. www.msfa.org.
June
21
Children’s
Discovery Day
Julia
A. Purnell Museum
208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
Introduce
children to the fun, learning & value of a museum. Includes art
activities, scavenger hunt & more. Admission for adults, children
free. Saturday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com. mail@purnellmuseum.com.
June
21-22
Art’s
Alive
Northside
Park, 127th St.
Fine art
at the beach as over 100 artists display & sell their treasures. Enjoy
relaxing music as you lunch at the “Artists’ Café,” around the
picturesque lagoon. Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
June
28
East
Coast Pullers Truck & Tractor Pull
Pocomoke
Fairgrounds, Pocomoke City
Super &
pro-stock tractors, a Lucas Oil-sanctioned event. Admission. Saturday,
7-11 p.m. John W. Smith, 443-614-3044. www.thegreatpocomokefair.org.
July &
August Continuing Programs
Free
Summer Programs
Life-Saving
Station Museum
South
end of Boardwalk
Gather
outside the museum for fun facts & topics. A different subject each
day. Monday-Saturday, 10:30 am. Topics include beach safety, aquarium
feeding, knot tying, & all about sharks. 410-289-4991. Sandy@ocmuseum.org. www.ocmuseum.org.
Late
June –Late August
Ice
Skating Shows
Carousel
Resort Hotel, 118th St.
Exciting
professional ice skating shows nightly, open to the public. 6:30 p.m.
800-641-0011. www.carouselhotel.com.
Art
League of Ocean City Exhibit & Receptions
Art
League Building, 94th St., Bayside
Continuous
exhibits featuring local & regional artists, complemented by a monthly
reception, held the first Friday of each month from 5-7 p.m. Light
refreshments offered. Free & open to the public. Gallery open
Tues-Thurs., 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Fri. - Sun., 1-4 p.m. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
Ocean
City Life-Saving Station Museum
South
end of Boardwalk at Inlet
Historic
museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City’s past with exhibits of
shipwrecks & beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the
world, aquarium room & Davy Jones’ locker. Unique gift shop with
interesting selection of nautical gifts & books. Small admission fee.
June - September, daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; May & October, daily, 10
a.m. - 4 p.m.; November & December, weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
410-289-4991; www.ocmuseum.org.
July
1- August 22
Scorchy
Tawes Photography Exhibit
Julia
A. Purnell Museum
208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
Display of
photography by acclaimed journalist, folklorist & local television
personality, the late Scorchy Tawes. Admission. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-4
p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com. mail@purnellmuseum.com.
July
1- August 22
Jamboree
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St & the Bay
Bring the
entire family for an old-fashioned Fourth with arts & crafts,
delicious food, exciting live entertainment, games & children’s
activities. Friday. Family fun begins at 5 p.m. Fireworks display at
9:30 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
July
4
Concert
on the Beach
N.
Division St. & the Beach
Free
patriotic concert begins at 8 p.m., followed by fabulous fireworks at
9:30 p.m. Friday. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
July
4
Firecracker
Mixer
OC
Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay
Holiday
mixer for all abilities. Bring your patriotic spirit & start the
holiday on the courts. Friday, 9-11 a.m. Sign-ups & fee required.
Deadline July 3. Rod Dulany, 410-524-8337; 410-250-0125. rdulany@ococean.com. www.ococean.com./tennis.
July
6
Beach
Boys Concert
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
Celebrate
a fantastic finish to your Fourth of July weekend with a concert by
the internationally-known Beach Boys. Concert Sunday, 8 p.m. Tickets
available at $50 and $35 levels. Tickets available at the Convention
Center Box Office, Mon.- Fri., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., ticketmaster.com. or
800-551-7328.
July
9
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Free live
entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on
warm summer nights. Watch the moon rise over the ocean as you enjoy
tribute bands & local favorites each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a
blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
Sir
Rod, a tribute to Rod Stewart.
July
10
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Sit beside
the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in
Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
July
11-13
OC
Tuna Tournament
OC
Fishing Center, off Rt. 50
Sport
fishing tournament with a payout of over $650,000 last year. Vendors
on site & fun for all ages as weigh-ins begin each night. Fri.- Sun.,
4-7:30 p.m. 410-213-1121. www.ocfishing.com.
July
13
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring the
family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical
groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free family
concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8
p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: the
Key West Band, a Jimmy Buffett tribute and the magic of Mike Rose.
July
16
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Free live
entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on
warm summer nights. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each
Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). J.R. Booker, country.
July
17
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Sit beside
the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in
Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: The
National Aquarium of Baltimore.
July
20-25
Starpower
National Talent Competition
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
World
competition for all dancers who qualified at one of 37 regionals held
across the United States. Activities take place from 8 a.m. to approx.
8 p.m. each day. www.starpowertalent.com.
July
20
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring the
family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical
groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free family
entertainment each Sunday in July & August , offered from 6-8 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: Country
Currents, the United States Navy Band and Scales & Tales, MD Dept. of
Natural Resources.
July
23
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Weekly
Wednesday concerts provide free live entertainment while you relax
beside the ocean. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each week
at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326). Rising Sun Reggae Band.
July
24
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Learn
interesting facts about your favorite beach town while you enjoy the
bonfire. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: Ocean City
Beach Patrol.
July
25-27
Greek
Festival
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
Take a
trip to Greece without paying the airfare! Enjoy delicious authentic
cuisine & pastries, live music & dance performances. Vendors selling
Greek music, books, paintings and more. Come join our Big Fat Greek
family! Admission. Fri. & Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-9 p.m. Norma
Lewis, St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524-0990.
July
27
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring the
family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical
groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. A great
family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This
week: The Groove Train, disco party band and children's
entertainment, "Pee Wee Pirate Show" with Mary Ann Jung.
July
28-30
Jesus
at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
Convention
Center & N. Division St. Beach
Christian
praise, drama, dance, music & worship. Baptism in the ocean on
Wednesday. Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Convention Center; 7-10 p.m.
on the beach. Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296. www.jesusatthebeach.org.
July
31
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Relax on
the beach beside the bonfire! Each week a different speaker tells
interesting facts or behind-the-scenes stories about your favorite
beach town. Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). This
week: Ocean City Dept. of Tourism-Fun facts, history & things
to do.
August
2
Blessing
of the Combines
Downtown,
Snow Hill
Celebration
of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, live
entertainment, arts & crafts, parade of combines & tractors. Saturday.
1-4 p.m.; car show begins at 11 a.m. Becky Payne, 410-632-3838.
August
2-3
OC
Custom Car & Bike Celebrity Show
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
One of the
super shows of Ocean City automotive events. The best in custom
vehicles, top name celebrity appearances, entertainment & more.
Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Brian Stoehr,
302-436-0183. www.occarshow.com.
August
3
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Watch the
sunset over beautiful Assawoman Bay as you enjoy free family
entertainment each Sunday evening in August. Bring the family, a chair
or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own
ice cream sundae for a small fee. A great family evening each Sunday,
6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: The Real Geniuses, new wave 80s band and
Lollipop the Clown with summer fun and games.
August
4-8
White
Marlin Open
Harbour
Island, 14th St. & Bay
World’s
largest billfish tournament. Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon.-Fri., 4-9
p.m. Prizes for catching white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo,
dolphin & shark. Over 400 boats participated last year for $3.5
million in prize money. Registration for boats, spectators see
weigh-ins free of charge. Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. www.whitemarlinopen.com.
August
6
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Free live
entertainment every Wednesday while you relax beside the cool
Atlantic. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each week at 8
p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326). Frankie & the Pack, a tribute to the Greats.
August
7
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
The cozy
bonfire awaits as you learn interesting facts, history & fun things to
do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: Ocean City
Police Dept.- Bike patrol, mounted police & K-9 unit.
August
8-10
Ocean
City Junior Open
OC
Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay
Junior
players from throughout the Mid-Atlantic compete in one of the top
events on the Eastern Shore. This event is open to boys & girls & is
part of the MD Grand Prix. USTA- sanctioned tournament. Registration
fee. Spectators free. Fri., 6-9 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 9
a.m.- 6 p.m. Rod Dulany, 410-524-8337; 410-250-0125. rdulany@ococean.com.
August
8-10
Worcester
County Fair
Byrd
Park, Snow Hill
Old-fashioned
fun with livestock, horse show, arts & crafts, rides, food, games, 4-H
activities, river cruises & more. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun.,
11 a.m.-4 p.m. Earl Ludy. www.worcestercountyfair.com. worcesterfarming@aol.com.
August
8-10
Antiques-by-the-Sea
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
64th
annual antique show, one of the oldest on the Eastern Shore, features
exhibits by scores of area antique vendors. Admission. Fri.-Sun., 10
a.m.- 6 p.m.; Mon., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Kristel Sheesley, 410-289-3453. www.stpaulsbythesea.org.
August
9
Kids
Crab Round-up
Lagoon
Dock, Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay
Morning of
fun & learning about blue claw crabs & their environment. All
necessary equipment is provided. A small prize for all children who
participate. For children 12 years & under accompanied by an adult.
Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Bob Gilmore, Ocean City Parrotheads, opbobgil@aol.com.
August
10
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring the
family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical
groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. A great
family evening offered each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326).
This week: Jesse Garon, a tribute
to Elvis and the magic of Mike Rose.
August
13
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Free live
entertainment continues on hot August nights while you relax beside
the cool Atlantic. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each
Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). Randy Lee Ashcraft & The
Saltwater Cowboys, beach country.
August
14
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Every week
a different speaker. Learn fun things about Ocean City, behind the
scenes stories, some history & more. Sit back & enjoy the bonfire on
the beach! Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326). This
week: Ocean City Beach Patrol.
August
17
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St & Bay
Every
Sunday evening in August bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy
free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae
for a small fee. Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This
week: The Janitors, dance party band and Uncle Pete with the
Kids, an interactive musical celebration.
August
20
Concerts
on the Beach
N.
Division St. Beach
Free live
entertainment on a hot August night while you relax beside the cool
Atlantic. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at
8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326). Captain Quint , a Jimmy Buffett tribute.
August
21-23
Great
Pocomoke Fair
Broad
St., Pocomoke City
Exhibits,
entertainment, food, kids games, antique tractor pull, carnival rides.
Horse show, harness racing & fireworks on Saturday. Admission. Thurs.&
Fri., 5-10 p.m. Sat., 8 a.m.- 11 p.m. John W. Smith, www.thegreatpocomokefair.org.
August
21
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
The cozy
bonfire awaits as you learn interesting facts, history & fun things to
do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m.
800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This week: Ocean City
Fire Marshal.
August
24
Sundaes
in the Park
Northside
Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring the
family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical
groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. A great
family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326).
This
week: Mary Lou and the Untouchables, classic rock and Scales
& Tales, MD Dept of Natural Resources.
August
28
Bonfire
Hour
N.
Division St. Beach
Every week
a different speaker tells fun facts, things to do or behind-the-scenes
glimpses of your favorite summer place. Thursday, 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326).
This week: Ocean City Recreation
Department.
August
29-31
Labor
Day Weekend Art & Crafts Festival
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
A unique
shopping experience with arts & crafters displaying pottery, garden
accessories, glass art, woodworking, candles & more. Fri.-Sun., 10
a.m.-5 p.m. show@go-signs.com.
August
30-31
Labor
Day Weekend Concerts
N.
Division St. Beach
Enjoy free
concerts on the beach. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the holiday
weekend beside the ocean. Sat. & Sun., 8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN
(800-626-2326).
August 30: Dr. K's Motown Revue,
performing all the Motown classics.
August 31:
Separate Ways, the Journey tribute show.
September
2-October 31
Delmarva
Needle Art Show & Competition
Julia
A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St.
Snow Hill
Popular
exhibit of regional needle art including quilts, embroidery & more.
Admission. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Claire
Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.
September
11-14
Delmarva
Bike Week
Ocean
City Area
Motorcycle
industry leaders gather with more than 200 vendors & 100,000
motorcycle enthusiasts for four days of rides, fun, games, contests &
free concerts. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bruce
Bennett. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.
September
12-14
Gem,
Mineral & Jewelry Show
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
14k,
sterling jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, remounts, repairs &
more. Admission. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11
a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Haney, 804-746-7663.
September
18-19
Sandcastle
Home Tour
Ocean
City Area
Unique
Ocean City area homes on display in this popular annual event. Thurs.&
Fri. Tickets required. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.
September
18-21
Sunfest
Inlet
Lot
Headline Entertainers Scheduled:
Thurs
Sept 18 at 8pm The Platters, The Marvelettes, and Cornell Gunter's
Coasters
ticket prices are $20, $15, & $10
Fri
Sept 19 at 8pm Rodney Atkins
ticket prices are $39, $34,
$30, $20
Sat Sept 20 at 8pm The Commodores
ticket
prices are $45, $40, $35, $30, $20, $15
Ocean
City’s biggest & best festival. Fine art, distinctive crafts,
performers on two stages & a variety of food vendors including gourmet
delights & Eastern Shore specialties. Fall children’s activities
include pumpkin decorating, hayrides & inflatables on the beach. Try
your luck at the Adler’s Treasure Hunt. Free continuous entertainment
with the exception of ticketed evening headline entertainers. Tickets
available on Ticketmaster.com.
800-551-7328 or Convention Center Box Office Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m..
Sunfest hours, Thurs.- Sat., 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Accommodations & Information: 800-OC-OCEAN. (800-626-2326).
Ride the
bus to Sunfest by using satellite parking or West Ocean City Park &
Ride. The shuttle from Park & Ride is only $1 all day & parking is
free.
September
19-21
Sunfest
Kite Festival
On
the Beach, 1st St. – 6th St.
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. Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855. www.kiteloft.com.
September
19-21
Berlin
Fiddlers Convention
Main
St., Berlin
Annual
event begins Friday evening with a free concert, continues through the
acoustic music competition on Saturday & ends with Sunday morning
Bluegrass Gospel Jam. Also crafters & food. 410-641-4775. www.berlinmdcc.org.
September
26-27
Winefest
on the Beach
Inlet
Parking Lot
Wineries
from across the Mid-Atlantic region. Arts & crafts, Chesapeake
cuisine, live music, microbeers. Admission. Fri. & Sat., noon.-7 p.m.
Chris Noke. www.winefest.com.
October
3
Family
Campfire on the Beach
130th
St. on the Beach
Bring your
family for a night of fun with a good old-fashioned campfire.
Entertainment storytelling, music & refreshments. S’mores & hot
chocolate offered. Bring your beach blankets, warm clothes & the whole
family for a night out on the beach. Friday. Kim Kinsey,410-250-0125.
October
4
Mid-Atlantic
Symphony
Community
Church at Ocean Pines, Rt. 589
Opening
concert to begin exciting 2008-09 season. Admission. Saturday. Concert
begins 7:30 p.m.; pre-concert talk at 6:30 p.m. Andrea Barnes,
888-846-8600. www.midatlanticsymphony.org.
October
4
Free
State Corvette Weekend
Inlet
Parking Lot
A weekend
of corvette enthusiasts with proceeds from event going to Maryland
charities. Car Show at 9 a.m. Saturday followed by boardwalk parade
later in the day. Last year over 700 cars participated in the weekend.
410-590-5630. www.freestatecorvette.com.
October
4-5
Chesapeake
Celtic Festival
Furnace
Town Living Heritage Museum
Snow Hill
Border
Collies, music & dance on three performance areas, pipe bands, clan
booths, lectures, Celtic marketplace & food court. Admission. Sat. &
Sun., 11a.m.-5:30 p.m. Kathy Fisher, 410-632-2032. www.celticfest.net.
October
4-5
Coins,
Currency and Treasures Coin Show
Convention
Center, 40th St. & Bay
Dealers
buying and selling coins and currency. Free admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-
6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.