Free Summer Programs
July 5-August 28
OC 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 a.m. Tentative topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, all about sharks & storm warriors.  410-289-4991. Sandy@ocmuseum.org. www.ocmuseum.org.

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, February through October, from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments offered.  Free & open to the public. Classes & workshops offered frequently for adults & children. Please check the website or call for information. 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
813 S. Atlantic Avenue
South end of Boardwalk at Inlet
Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City’s past with exhibits of shipwrecks & rescues. New exhibit, “The Boardwalk of Yesterday,” will call to mind a simpler time & evoke memories of years past. Other displays include bathing fashions, mermaid displays, sands from around the world, marine aquariums & “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 & April, weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. During winter months please call for hours. 410-289-4991. sandy@ocmuseum.org.  www.ocmuseum.org.

Mid June through mid August
Carousel Resort Nightly Ice Shows
118th St. & the Beach
The “Next Ice Age” performs nightly with ice dancing by five professional skaters who combine athleticism & elegance in a beautifully choreographed routine set to music. The show is a treat for all ages & skaters are available for autographs after the show. Show is approximately 35 minutes long. Free. 6:30 p.m.  800-641-0011.
reservations@carouselhotel.com.

August 1
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 picnic, a chair or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Children’s entertainment or activity offered. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 2
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Begin your week with a Monday night movie on the beach! Enjoy games & a family movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m.  800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

August 2-6
White Marlin Open
Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay
World’s largest billfish tournament. Thousands watch fish weigh-ins Mon.-Fri., 4-9 p.m. Boats participated last year for $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. www.whitemarlinopen.com.

August 3
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Enjoy games on the beach. This Tuesday evening family-friendly activity features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. www.ococean.com.

August 4
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Free live entertainment every Wednesday in August while you relax beside the cool Atlantic.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each week  from 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m.  Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 5
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
What better way to enjoy a night beside the ocean than the cozy bonfire! While you are enjoying the August night learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

August 6
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Bring the whole family to enjoy activities & a family movie this Friday evening!  Each week a general audience movie is presented on the 16-foot projector, free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 7
Blessing of the Combines
Downtown, Snow Hill
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, parade of combines & tractors, food vendor & a tractor pull.  Saturday, 11-4 p.m.  Kathy Fisher, 410-632-3838. kfisher44@verizon.net.

August 7
OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition
8th St. (Surf Avenue & the Beach)
Watch the OCBP lifeguards compete against each other in events & demonstrate their athletic skills. Saturday, 6 p.m. Kristin Joson, 410-289-7556. kjoson@ococean.com.

August 7-8
Dub Custom Auto Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Hundreds of show vehicles, celebrity appearances & performances, models, music, dee- jays & 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.

August 8
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 picnic, a chair or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Children’s entertainment or activity offered. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m.  800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 9
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Start your week off right with a free family movie presented on the 16-foot projector. A general audience movie is presented along with family games & activities on the beach. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

August 10
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Tuesday evening event features a variety of contests for all ages. Enjoy free family fun on the beach! Events may include s& castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 11
Heritage Arts for Kids
Julia A. Purnell Museum
208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
Kids can drop in on these afternoons to learn more about an aspect of the museum’s collection through hands-on projects. Admission. 1-3 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com. Additional program on August 25.

August 11
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Free live entertainment every Wednesday in August while you relax beside the cool Atlantic.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each week  from 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m.  Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening.800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 12
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. 800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

August 13
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Enjoy the last Friday evening movie of the summer. Beach games & then a movie presented on the 16-foot projector. Free family fun!  Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 13-15
Worcester County Fair
Byrd Park, Snow Hill
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children’s activities, live entertainment, food & craft vendors, vintage motorcycle day, car show, dog shows & indoor exhibits. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kirby Brewington, 410-632-3329.  www.worcestercountyfair.com.

August 14
Kids Crab Round-up
Lagoon Dock, Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay
Fun morning of crabbing & learning about the Maryland Blue Crab. Open to all children 12 years of age & younger accompanied by an adult. Free event. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Bob Gilmore, Ocean City Parrotheads, opbobgil@aol.com.

August 15
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 picnic, a chair or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Children’s entertainment or activity offered. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m.  800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 18
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Free live entertainment every Wednesday in August while you relax beside the cool Atlantic.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each week  from 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m.  Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 19
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
What better way to enjoy a night beside the ocean than the cozy bonfire! While you are enjoying the August night learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursday at 9 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 22
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 picnic, a chair or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Children’s entertainment or activity offered. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m.  800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 24
Sunset Park Party Night
S. Division St. & the Bay
Come & enjoy an evening of music beside the beautiful bay. Tuesday, 7-9  p.m. www.ococean.com.

August 25
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Last chance this summer to enjoy this free live Wednesday evening concert while you relax beside the cool Atlantic.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain at 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m.  Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening.800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

August 29
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
Watch the sunset over beautiful Assawoman Bay as you enjoy free family entertainment. This is the last time to enjoy Sundaes in the Park this season so don’t miss a great family time opportunity! Bring a picnic, a chair or blanket & enjoy local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Children’s entertainment or activity offered. Sunday, 6-8 p.m.  800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.