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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:

Play by the Sea

Play on the Bay

Boardwalk

Bicycling & Surrey

Day Trips & Nature Outings

Family Fun

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 6^th
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, 6^th – 14^th Streets
JULY - Every Tuesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59^th 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 6^th & Asbury Ave. Ends September 8
JULY - Every Wednesday: Beach Exercise at 6th Street Beach Volleyball Courts
JULY - Every Wednesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59^th 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 6^th-14^th 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, 6^th – 14^th Streets
AUGUST - Every Tuesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59^th 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 6^th & Asbury Ave. Ends September 8
AUGUST - Every Wednesday: Beach Walks – South End Location: 59^th 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 6^th-14^th 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 - 112^th 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

view all events Events updated yearly. Visit oceancityvacation.com for a complete list of events.

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