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During Your Stay

There are so many things to do in Ocean City, NJ and sometimes the best is doing nothing at all! But when you are in the mood for an outing, Ocean City is brimming with tons of activities and fun experiences. Our beaches have lifeguards stationed the length of the island from the last week in June until the end of summer to protect beachgoers. And the beach isn’t the only thing that makes Ocean City the perfect family vacation destination. The boardwalk is a hub of activity from bikers and joggers in the morning to amusements and entertainment in the evening. The waters of the Great Egg Harbor Bay on the opposite side of the island support a thriving ecosystem that is perfect for boating, kayaking and other outdoor activities. Whether you are looking for shopping, the classic thrill of a roller coaster or a place to read a book, Ocean City, NJ has it all. Here are a few of our suggestions:

Resources

Swifts Beach Services

Cabana, Umbrella and Chair rentals located on the beach at 13th Street.  http://swiftsocnj.com/

Or Call:  609-214-2359

Scooters & Medical Equipments

  • Mobility on Wheels         (609) 266-5600
  • ABBA Medical Supply      (609) 886-1699
  • Surf Buggy                        (800) 976-5679

Ocean City Events

  • May 5 - Martin Z. Mollusk Day 
  • May 6 - Spring Block Party.  9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from 5th Street to 14th Street on Asbury Ave. Over 350 crafters, food vendors, music and more....

  • May 6 & 7  - Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant Table Sales
  • May 21 - OCNJ Triathlon/Duathlon 

  • May 26 - Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge

  • May 27 - Memorial Beach Challenge for 31 Heroes

  • May 29 - Memorial Day Service 

  • MAY 29 - National Moment of Remembrance,

  • JUNE 1 - Wonder Bear's Birthday Bash at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier

  • JUNE 2-4 - Ocean City Flower Show at Ocean City Music Pier

  • JUNE 14 - FARMERS MARKET Every Wednesday through September 6th 
  • JUNE 17 - Health & Fitness Expo
  • JUNE 17 - Juneteenth A celebration of the African American communities of Ocean City
  • JUNE 24 - Antique Auto Show
  • JUNE 26 - Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • JUNE 27 - The Rascals at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • JUNE 28 - Wacky Wednesday Taffy Sculpting
  • JULY - Every Monday:  Beach Exercise at 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts
  • JULY - Every Tuesday:  Funtastic Tuesdays – 10am – 1pm on Asbury Ave. Entertainment, Face Painters, Balloon Sculptors.  

  • JULY - Every Tuesday:  Mummers Night – Strutting 7pm – 9pm on the boardwalk, 6th – 14th Streets

  • JULY - Every Tuesday:  Beach Walks – South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park) Tuesdays-9am, Wednesdays-6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site.  Adults $1.00 Children $.50  

  • JULY - Every Wednesday:  Farmer’s Market at the Tabernacle Grounds every Wednesday 8am – 1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th & Asbury Ave. Ends September 8

  • JULY - Every Wednesday:  Beach Exercise at 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts
  • JULY - Every Wednesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corson’s Park) Tuesdays-9am,

  • JULY -  Every Thursday is Market Days, 10am – 1pm - Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, Face Painters, Balloon sculptors.
  • JULY - Every Thursday:  Family Nights, Entertainment on the boardwalk 7:30pm to 9:30pm between 6th-14th streets.

  • JULY - Every Friday:  Beach Exercise at 6th Street Beach
  • JULY 3 - OC Pops Free Outdoor Concert
  • JULY 4 - Bike Parades (Longport Bridge and 40th Street)
  • JULY 4 - Fourth of July Celebration, Kite flying competition followed by entertainment on the beach next to the Music Pier

  • JULY 4 - OC Pops Free Outdoor Concert
  • JULY 5 - Freckle Contest
  • JULY 6 - Sand Sculpting Contest
  • JULY 8 - 43rd Annual T. John  Carey Master's Swim
  • JULY 9 - Disney Princess Concert with the Ocean City Pops
  • JULY 10 - Kenny G Concert at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 11 - Ocean City Theatre Company Presents Dr. Seuss’s The Cat In The Hat
  • JULY 12 - Bicycle Auction
  • JULY 12 - Ocean City Pops Greatest Hits at the  Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 15 - Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra at the  Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 16 - A Sinatra Extravaganza at the  Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 17 - Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes at the  Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 18 - OCTC Presents Red Riding Hood's Woods
  • JULY 19 - OCBP Women's Lifeguard Races
  • JULY 23 - Kimber Sprawl with the Ocean City Pops 
  • JULY 24 - The Genesis Show at the  Ocean City Music Pier
  • JULY 25 - OCTC Presents Pinocchio
  • JULY 27 - Ocean City Fishing Pier Open House 6-8pm
  • JULY 27 - The Jersey Tenors Concert at the Ocean City Music Pier 
  • JULY 29 - Night in Venice
  • JULY 27 - The Jersey Tenors Concert at the Ocean City Music Pier 
  • JULY 31 - Aimee Mann plus Jonathan Coulton at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • AUGUST - Every Monday:  Beach Exercise on 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts
  • AUGUST - Every Tuesday:  Funtastic Tuesdays – 10am – 1pm on Asbury Ave. Entertainment, Face Painters, Balloon Sculptors.  

  • AUGUST - Every Tuesday:  Mummers Night – Strutting 7pm – 9pm on the boardwalk, 6th – 14th Streets

  • AUGUST - Every Tuesday:  Beach Walks – South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park) Tuesdays-9am, Wednesdays-6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site.  Adults $1.00 Children $.50

  • AUGUST - Every Wednesday:  Beach Exercise on 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts
  • AUGUST - Every Wednesday:  Farmer’s Market at the Tabernacle Grounds every Wednesday 8am – 1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th & Asbury Ave. Ends September 8

  • AUGUST - Every Wednesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corson’s Park) Tuesdays-9am, Wednesdays-6:30pm. Tickets may be purchased on-site.  Adults $1.00 Children $.50

  • AUGUST -  Every Thursday is Market Days, 10am – 1pm - Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, Face Painters, Balloon sculptors.

  • AUGUST - Every Thursday:  Family Nights, Entertainment on the boardwalk 7:30pm to 9:30pm between 6th-14th streets.

  • August 1 - OCTC Presents Rapunzel
  • August 1 through 11 - OCTC Presents The Wizard of Oz
  • August 2 - Twins Contest
  • August 3 - Sand Sculpting Contest
  • August 3, 4 & 5 - The Art of Surfing at Ocean City Music Pier
  • August 4, 5 & 6 - Annual Boardwalk Art Show
  • August 8 - Pamper Scamper
  • AUGUST 10 - 112th Annual Baby Parade

  • August 10 - Ocean City Fishing Pier Open House 6-8pm
  • AUGUST 12 - Miss Ocean City Pageant

  • AUGUST 12 - Boys and Girls Fishing Tournament
  • AUGUST 13 - Symphonic Fireworks presented by the OC Pops
  • AUGUST 16 - Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant

  • AUGUST 16 - Hermit Crab Races

  • AUGUST 18 - Little Miss Ocean City

  • AUGUST 18 - Ocean City Green Fair at the Music Pier
  • AUGUST 19 - Junior Miss Ocean City

  • AUGUST 21 - The Fab Four (The Ultimate Tribute)
  • AUGUST 27 - Jackie Evancho performing with the Ocean City Pops
  • AUGUST 28 & 29 - George Thorogood & The Destroyers at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • AUGUST 31 - The Wailers Concert at the Ocean City Music Pier
  • SEPTEMBER 4 - OCNJ Labor Day Race
  • SEPTEMBER 9 - Street Rod Show
  • SEPTEMBER 10 - Corvette Show
  • SEPTEMBER 11 - 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

  • SEPTEMBER 16 - Ocean City Walk to Defeat ALS
  • SEPTEMBER 16 - Ocean City Airport Festival

  • SEPTEMBER 16 - Parachute Pyrotechnic Show

  • SEPTEMBER 17 - Boardwalk Aerobatic Airshow

  • SEPTEMBER 24 - OCNJ Half Marathon, 5k & 10 Mile Non-Competitive Walk/Run
  • SEPTEMBER 30 - MS City to Shore Ride
  • OCTOBER 7 - Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular

  • OCTOBER 7 & 8 - Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant Table Sales
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