2022 Calendar of Events
It’s finally here! Plan your trips to OC with this 2022 calendar of events!
April 1, 2, & 3
GIRLS WEEKEND
It’s time to put yourself first! Girls Weekend Downtown on Asbury Avenue between 6th-14th Street. Fashion show kick-off event on Friday evening, shopping and dining specials all weekend, accommodation packages, wellness classes, and so much more!
APRIL 2
OC CON SUPER HERO RUN, ONE MILE & KIDS SUPER HERO OBSTACLE DASH
Pre-registration and race day Registration. 9am start at Carey Stadium. For more information and to register, visit ocnj.us/race-events, contact [email protected] or call 609-399-6111.
APRIL 2 & 3
OC CON COMIC BOOK & MEMORABILIA SHOW
Join us for a fun filled weekend at the Music Pier. More details to follow at www.ocnjcon.com.
APRIL 9
DOO DAH PARADE Welcome in the Spring season with this comedy parade complete with over 300 basset hounds. Noon on Asbury Avenue from 6th-12th Street and then up to the Boardwalk ending at 6th and Boardwalk.
April 9
THE GREAT EGG HUNT 1-3pm from 6th-14th Street along the Boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies last. Rain date: April 10.
APRIL 9
MR. MATURE AMERICA PAGEANT Ocean City presents the Mr. Mature America Pageant for Men 55 years and older, first event of its kind in the United States. Contestants compete in talent, poise, and interview categories.
APRIL 16
THE GREAT EGG HUNT 1-3pm from 6th-14th Street along the Boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies last. Rain date: April 17.
APRIL 17
EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE
A traditional non-denominational service by the sea. All are welcome. 6:30am at the Music Pier.
DUELING PIANOS SHOW
In front of the Music Pier. The Philly Keys will be performing their hit dueling pianos show starting at noon. Free fun for the entire family! The Philly Keys will take a break for the annual Easter Fashion Promenade.
EASTER FASHION STROLL
In front of the Music Pier. Come dressed in your Easter’s best for our Fashion Stroll and meet the Easter Bunny. Judging begins at 1pm. Prizes awarded for Best Dressed Children, Teen, Adults and Family.
APRIL 30
SPORTS MEMORABILIA SHOW
At the Music Pier. More details and ticketing info to follow.
MAY 6
MARTIN Z. MOLLUSK DAY
Come and find out if summer is coming early, 11am at the 9th Street beach.
MAY 6
JANICE IAN THE FAREWELL TOUR
The concert begins at 7pm at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
MAY 7
MODERN MUSCLE CAR INVASION
Modern Muscle Cars will be displayed on the boardwalk between 5th-14th Street from 12-5pm. For more information, visit www.modernmusclecarinvasion.com or email [email protected].
MAY 7 & 8
BOARDWALK & DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES
6th-14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.
MAY 14
SPRING BLOCK PARTY
9am-5pm from 5th-14th Street on Asbury Avenue. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more. For more information, call 1-800-BeachNJ.
MAY 14 & 15
BOARDWALK & DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES
6th-14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue. MAY 15
OCNJ TRIATHLON/DUATHLON
Quarter mile pool swim, two mile run, 16 mile bike, two mile run. Plus a kids course eighth mile swim, one mile run, eight mile bike, one mile run. Pool swim start 6am-8am. Run/Bike/Run starts 9am.
MAY 21
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION HEARTWALK
Registration begins at 9am at the Sports and Civic Center, 6th and Boardwalk, walk begins at 10:30am. For more information, call 609-223-3731.
MAY 27
UNLOCKING OF THE OCEAN AND BUSINESS PERSONS PLUNGE
Participants dress in business suits, carry briefcases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season. Noon at Moorlyn Terrace Street Beach.
MAY 28
MEMORIAL BEACH CHALLENGE FOR 31 HEROES
The main obstacle course challenge is a soft sand adventure race followed by a kid’s fun run. Staging at 9th Street beach. For registration information, visit www.memorialbeachchallenge.com or call 856-905-0583.
MAY 30
MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE
11am at the Ocean City Tabernacle.
MAY 30
NATIONAL MOMENT
OF REMEMBRANCE
Established by Congress… asks Americans, wherever they are at 3pm on Memorial Day, to pause in an act of national unity for a duration of one minute. The moment of remembrance will take place on the Boardwalk.
JUNE 2
WONDER’S BIRTHDAY BASH
At Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, 6th Street and the Boardwalk. Celebrate Wonder Bear’s Birthday from 6-10:30pm. Celebrating 93 years on the Ocean City Boardwalk with fireworks at 9pm.
JUNE 3, 4 & 5
OCEAN CITY FLOWER SHOW
See beautiful commercial, amateur and children’s displays at the Music Pier. Show times are Friday 2-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday, 10am-4pm.
JUNE 15
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
JUNE 20
KENNY WAYNE SHEPPARD BAND
The concert begins at 7pm at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Produced by BRE Presents.
JUNE 22
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
JUNE 25
ANTIQUE AUTO SHOW
Over 300 vintage vehicles at the Tabernacle grounds, 6th and Asbury Avenue from 9am-2pm. Boardwalk parade after 2pm. For more information, visit www.jerseycape.aaca.com.
JUNE 29
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY -TAFFY SCULPTING
Use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and open to the first 250 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY Every Monday
BEACH EXERCISE (YOGA)
On 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
JULY Every Tuesday
FUNTASTIC TUESDAYS
10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors.
MUMMERS NIGHT
Strutting 7-9pm on the Boardwalk, 6th-14th Street.
BEACH WALKS
South End Location: 59th Street and Central Avenue (entrance to Corson’s Park) on Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1. Children $.50.
JULY Every Wednesday
BEACH EXERCISE (PILATES)
On 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
BEACH WALKS
South End Location: 59th Street and Central Avenue (entrance to Corson’s Park) on Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1. Children $.50.
JULY Every Thursday
MARKET DAYS
10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors.
FAMILY NIGHTS
Entertainment on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th Street.
JULY Every Friday
BEACH EXERCISE (LOW IMPACT)
On the 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
JULY 4
BIKE PARADE
Sponsored by the Gardens Civic Association. Registration starts 9am at the Longport Bridge parking lot. Parade begins at 10am.
BIKE PARADE
Sponsored by the South OC Improvement Association. Registration starts 9am at 40th and Asbury Avenue. Parade begins at 10am.
FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Kite flying competition at 7pm followed by entertainment on the beach next to the Music Pier. A spectacular Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening at 9pm.
JULY 5
OCEAN CITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: MADAGASCAR THE MUSICAL
Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto the stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. 10:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 6
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY – (PIE EATING CONTEST)
Celebrate America with a good old-fashion apple and cherry pie eating contest. No hands allowed! Contest is free and open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier.
FRECKLE CONTEST
Registration is free and begins at 5:30pm in front of the Music Pier. Contest starts at 6pm.
JULY 7
SAND SCULPTING CONTEST
Open to kids, teens, adults and families! Registration is free and begins at 9am at the 6th Street Beach. Judging takes place by 11am.
JULY 9
41ST ANNUAL T. JOHN CAREY MASTERS SWIM
Registration 8am. Race starts at 10am at the beach patrol station, 34th Street and the beach. The race will start at 10am.
JULY 11
KILLER QUEEN
The concert begins at 7pm at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster. Produced by BRE Presents.
JULY 12
OCEAN CITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: GO DOG GO
P.D. Eastman’s classic children’s book comes to life on stage in an exploration of movement, color and space.10:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 13
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY – (FRENCH FRY SCULPTING)
Use your creativity to shape and sculpt french fries into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and only open to the first 200 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 19
OCEAN CITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: NAKED MOLE RAT GETS DRESSED
The Rock Experience is a rock ‘n roll parable with a significant message for today’s audiences, based on the hit children’s book by Mo Willems. 10:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 20
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY – (CHRISTMAS IN JULY)
Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special craft and a visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Dress in red and green to participate in a wacky Christmas meets summer fashion show. Contest is free. Limited to 150 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 21
OCBP WOMEN’S LIFEGUARD INVITATIONAL RACES
At 34th Street beach, 6:15pm. Women representing the 15 beach patrols on the South Jersey coast will be competing in this annual invitational race.
JULY 23
NIGHT IN VENICE
The City’s annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue along the bay. Fireworks display to follow parade. Start time 6pm.
JULY 26
OCEAN CITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR
10:30am at the Music Pier.
JULY 27
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY – (MYSTERY BAG)
Participants will receive a brown paper bag filled with random supplies. Your mission, create an object, sculpture or unique work of art using everything in the bag. Contest is free. Limited to 175 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30- 11:30am at the Music Pier.
AUGUST Every Monday
BEACH EXERCISE (YOGA)
On 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts from 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
AUGUST Every Tuesday
FUNTASTIC TUESDAYS
10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors.
MUMMERS NIGHT
Strutting 7-9pm on the Boardwalk, 6th-14th Street.
BEACH WALKS
South End Location: 59th Street and Central Avenue (entrance to Corson’s Park) on Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1. Children $.50.
AUGUST Every Wednesday
BEACH EXERCISE (PILATES)
On 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
BEACH WALKS
South End Location: 59th Street and Central Avenue (entrance to Corson’s Park) on Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1. Children $.50.
AUGUST Every Thursday
MARKET DAYS
10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors.
FAMILY NIGHTS
Entertainment on the Boardwalk from 7-9pm between 6th-14th Street.
AUGUST Every Friday
BEACH EXERCISE (LOW IMPACT)
On the 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts. 8-9am. Free! Bring a towel and a friend. Hosted by the Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center. For more information, call 609-398-6900.
August 1
HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR 2022
The Turtles, Chuck Negron Formerly Of Three Dog Night, Gary Puckett and The Union Gap, The Association, The Vogues and The Cowsills. The concert begins at 7pm at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at Ticketmaster.
AUGUST 2
OCEAN CITY THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS: SUPER SIDEKICK THE MUSICAL
When famous superhero Blackjack the Bold is kidnapped by an evil sorcerer, it’s up to his assistant Inky to step up and save the day! 10:30am at the Music Pier.
AUGUST 3
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY
(THAT’S HOW THE COOKIE CRUMBLES) Use your creativity to shape and sculpt a cookie into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free. Limited to 150 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier. Event is subject to change.
TWINS CONTEST
Prizes for those who look the most and least alike. Open to all ages. Registration is free and begins at 5:30pm. Contest begins at 6pm in front of the Music Pier.
AUGUST 4
SAND SCULPTING CONTEST
Open to kids, teens, adults and families! Registration is free and begins at 9am at the 6th Street Beach. Judging takes place by 11am.
AUGUST 4, 5 & 6
THE 21ST ANNUAL ART OF SURFING
At the Ocean City Music Pier. It is a free family event featuring original art from surfing’s biggest names, live music, and a chance to meet artists from across the country.
AUGUST 5, 6 & 7
59TH ANNUAL BOARDWALK ART SHOW
Leading artists from throughout the East Coast exhibit and sell their work. Friday and Saturday from 10am-8pm. Sunday from 10am-6pm.
AUGUST 9
PAMPER SCAMPER
Annual baby crawling race. Registration is free and begins at 8:30am. Contest begins at 9am at the 6th Street beach. For babies up to 15 months.
AUGUST 10
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY
(HAWAIIAN LUAU)
Participants will create their own lei and dads will compete in a hula contest! Contest is free. Limited to 150 participants. Open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier. Event is subject to change.
AUGUST 11
112TH ANNUAL BABY PARADE
One of the oldest baby parades in the country. On the Boardwalk at 10:30am. Registration begins in June. For more information, visit ocnj.us/babyparade.
AUGUST 13
MISS OCEAN CITY PAGEANT
7pm at the Music Pier. Miss Ocean City 2022 Maddyn Randazzo will be on hand as contestants compete in interview, talent, swimsuit, evening gown and onstage question. Contestants must be between the ages of 16 and 22.
AUGUST 17
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY
(PRINCE AND PRINCESS PARTY)
Use your creativity to design your own Prince or Princess crown with Miss Ocean City, Junior Miss Ocean City and Little Miss Ocean City! Contest is free and open to all ages. 10:30-11:30am at the Music Pier. Event is subject to change.
MISS CRUSTACEAN HERMIT CRAB BEAUTY PAGEANT
The original beauty contest for crustaceans. Families, kids, businesses and organizations are invited to enter their crustacean in this annual contest. The winner receives the Coveted Cucumber Rind Cup and gets to walk down a flowery runway. Registration is free and starts at 5:30pm at the 6th Street beach. Contest begins at 6pm and is open to all ages.
HERMIT CRAB RACES
Watch as some of the fastest crabs in the universe compete in this world famous race immediately following Miss Crustacean at the 6th Street beach. Registration is free and starts at 5:30pm.
AUGUST 19
LITTLE MISS OCEAN CITY
7pm at the Music Pier. Scholarship pageant for girls age 8-11. Must live, attend Ocean City schools or be a property owner in Ocean City (parent). Little Miss Ocean City 2022 Arianna Diantonio will be on hand to crown her successor. For registration information, call 609-525-9304.
AUGUST 20
JUNIOR MISS OCEAN CITY
7pm at the Music Pier. Scholarship pageant for girls age 12-16. Must live, attend Ocean City schools or be a property owner in Ocean City (parent). Junior Miss Ocean City 2022 Makenna Fleming will be on hand to crown her successor.
AUGUST 24
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
WACKY WEDNESDAY
(TAFFY SCULPTING)
Use your creativity to shape and sculpt Shriver’s salt water taffy into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free and limited to the first 200 participants. Open to all ages. Start time: 10:30am at the Music Pier.
AUGUST 26
OCEAN CITY GREEN FAIR
9am-1pm at the Music Pier loggia.
AUGUST 31
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
SEPTEMBER 5
OCNJ LABOR DAY RACE
Five mile beach run and one mile fun run/walk. Great end of the summer season event. $20 pre-registration; $25 Race Day. $10 for 14 years and under.
SEPTEMBER 7
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
SEPTEMBER 10
STREET ROD SHOW
Features classic cars on display on the Boardwalk from 12-4pm.
SEPTEMBER 11
9/11 REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY
“A Day to Remember” will include music, prayer and reflections on the memory of lives lost and on the community spirit that was renewed in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Center. All are encouraged to attend at 6pm at the Ocean City Tabernacle.
SEPTEMBER 11
CORVETTE SHOW
Over 350 cars exhibited. One of the largest shows of its kind in the East. Models from every year Corvettes were manufactured comprise this colorful show. Displayed on the Boardwalk from 6th-14th Street, 11:30am-4pm. For more information, call 609-457-0081. Register at boardwalkcorvettesclub.com.
SEPTEMBER 14
FARMERS MARKET
At the Tabernacle grounds 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue.
SEPTEMBER 17
OCEAN CITY WALK TO DEFEAT ALS
This two mile walk raises funds to support patient services and research. Help us take steps towards a cure for ALS! Registration at 9am, walk starts at 10am. For more information, visit www.oceancitywalktodefeatals.org.
OCEAN CITY AIRPORT FESTIVAL
Annual festival at the Municipal Airport, 26th and Bay Avenue from 10am-3pm. Features include a ground display of unusual airplanes ranging from World War II Planes to Classics and Warbirds. The event will feature a parachute jump from Team Fastrax.
PARACHUTE PYROTECHNIC SHOW
Several highly trained and specially licensed Team Fastrax™ demonstrators exit aircraft 6,000 feet above Ocean City’s beach and Boardwalk. Brilliant white or multi-colored projectile pyrotechnics are then ignited and flown in formation, creating a dazzling display for spectators on the ground. 8pm jump with a landing on the 7th Street beach. Viewable along the entire Boardwalk.
SEPTEMBER 18
BOARDWALK AEROBATIC
AIRSHOW
1pm from 6th-14th Street over the ocean. Be thrilled by some of the best stunt pilots and aerobatic champions in the world plus military demonstrations.
SEPTEMBER 24 & 25
MS CITY TO SHORE RIDE
With 7,000 cyclists raising $5.6 million this promises to be the best cycling experience on the east coast. This ride is fully supported with catered rest stops, bike support and SAG transportation. For more information, call 800-445-BIKE or visit www.mscycling.org.
OCTOBER 1
OCEAN CITY, NJ JEEP INVASION
Jeeps will be displayed on the Boardwalk between 5th-14th Street from 12-5pm. For more information, visit www.NJJeepInvasion.com or email [email protected].
OCTOBER 1 & 2
BOARDWALK AND DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES
6th-14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.
OCTOBER 2
OCNJ HALF MARATHON, 5K AND 10 MILE NON-COMPETITIVE WALK/RUN
No race day registration for the Half Marathon. Registration opens in February 2022. Sign up early to save on registration fees.
OCTOBER 8
FALL BLOCK PARTY AND FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
9am-5pm from 5th-14th Street on Asbury Avenue. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, fireworks over the Boardwalk from 6th-14th Street.
OCTOBER 8, 9 & 10
BOARDWALK & DOWNTOWN MERCHANT TABLE SALES
6th-14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.
OCTOBER 9
MAKING STRIDES BREAST CANCER WALK
Join in the fight against Breast Cancer! The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides is a 5000+ participant breast cancer fundraising 5K walk honoring over 250 survivors in Ocean City. At the 6th Street practice field, 6th Street and Boardwalk. Check-in at 8:30am. Stage program at 9am. Survivor runway lap: 9:50am. Walk start: 10am. Participants can register online at www.makingstrideswalk.org/OceanCityNJ.
OCTOBER 15
PORSCHE BOARDWALK REUNION
Porsches will be displayed from 11:30am-4pm on the Boardwalk from 6th-14th Street. Over 350 Porsches of all models and years between 1954 and 2021 are expected. Free tech sessions on Porsche related topics at the Music Pier.
OCTOBER 16
JOHN R. ELLIOTT HERO WALK & 5K RUN
The Hero 5k run is at 9:30am. Hero ceremonies are at 10:30am. The walk is a 5k walk along the Ocean City Boardwalk. Registration begins at 8:30am at the Sports and Civic Center. For more information, visit www.herocampaign.org or call 609-626-3880.
OCTOBER 22
DOG DAY
Leashed dogs will be permitted on the Boardwalk from 9am-5pm. All are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite furry canine friend. Activities for the day include dog-specific vendors at the Music Pier, photo-op stations on the Boardwalk, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” announcement.
HSOC “HOWL-O-WEEN” PARADE
Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season. Registration begins at 2pm at the Sports and Civic Center. The parade begins at 3pm from 6th-14th Street on the Boardwalk.
OCTOBER 26
OC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S ANNUAL WELCOME NIGHT
6-8pm at the Ocean City Sports and Civic Center. Meet OC groups, businesses and organizations. Free event!
OCTOBER 27
HALLOWEEN PARADE
7:15pm on Asbury Avenue from 6th-11th Street. Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information, call 800-813-5580 or visit www.ochp.blogspot.com.
NOVEMBER 5
TRAIL OF TWO CITIES 5K/WALK
Race along the 9th Street Bridge from Ocean City to Somers Point. Pre-register or register on race day. 8am start. For more information and to register, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events, email [email protected], or call 609-525-9317.
NOVEMBER 11
VETERANS DAY PROGRAM
11am. Location to be determined.
NOVEMBER 12
WINTERFEST BY THE SEA
The Chamber of Commerce presents its third annual Winterfest By The Sea Holiday Shopping Extravaganza inside the Sports and Civic Center. Craft vendors, food vendors, and a strolling Santa will be present. Shopping hours are 9am-5pm.
NOVEMBER 19
EARLIER THAN THE BIRD DOWNTOWN SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
From 8am-12pm. Get out earlier than the bird and jump start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajamas for early bird shopping specials.
NOVEMBER 19 & 20
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
NOVEMBER 24
FAST & FURRIEST 5K TURKEY TROT
Annual trot down the Ocean City Boardwalk. Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information, call 609-398-9500 ext. 4 or visit www.hsocnj.org.
NOVEMBER 25
CHRISTMAS IN THE DOWNTOWN
“Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue…” from 2-5pm join the merchants and Chamber to kick off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.
NOVEMBER 25, 26, & 27
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
NOVEMBER 26 & 27
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
From 12-3pm at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 2
CHRISTMAS PARADE
At 6pm on Asbury Avenue from 6th-11th Street. Registration information at www.ocnj.us/christmas-parade.
DECEMBER 3 & 4
TRAIN SHOW
At the Music Pier from 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children.
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
From 12-3pm at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 10 & 11
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
From 12-3pm at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 17 & 18
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
From 12-3pm at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 31
FIRST NIGHT NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION
A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight.
JANUARY 1, 2023
FIRST DAY SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA
Welcome the New Year by shopping for tremendous bargains in Downtown Ocean City, along Asbury Avenue from 6th-14th Street.
HORSE AND CARRIAGE RIDES
12-3pm from 6th & Asbury Avenue.
FIRST DAY 5K BOARDWALK RUN
Pre-register at www.ocnj.us/race-events or register on race day from 11am-12:30pm at the Music Pier.
FIRST DAY AT THE BEACH
2pm at the Music Pier. Join us for Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean for the New Year.