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September 2017 Ocean City, Maryland
Events Calendar
Please note: We are in the process of gathering more information on the Ocean City, Maryland Community Events Calendar through the following year. We will add them to the site as soon as possible. If you know of or are organizing an event you think should appear here on our events calendar please contact us! Thank You!
September 2017
100 Nights of Lights
May 27 - September 4, 2017
N. Division Street Beach
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Event Type: Free Fun
New this summer, Ocean City debuts 100 Nights of Lights beginning Memorial Day weekend and running nightly through Labor Day from 9pm to 11pm. This new lighting attraction features high-powered searchlights that will accent the sky and surrounding area around N. Division Street and the Boardwalk. Searchlights will move and sway, creating a dance of light to musical selections played through boardwalk speakers. The lights change into a variety of colors, bathing the surrounding beach scape and boardwalk in vibrant colors.
The Next Ice Age Ice Skating Show
June 14 - September 3, 2017
Carousel Hotel
11700 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-520-2259
Website: http://carouselhotel.com/amenities/ocean-city-md-hotel-live-ice-shows/
Event Type: Free Fun
The Next Ice Age Ice Skating Show
Every night (except Friday) at 6:30pm at the Carousel Hotel
June 14 thru September 3
For more information, please call Iona at 410-520-2259.
Ocean City Hotel Week
August 27 - September 10, 2017
Participating Hotels
410-289-6733
Website: http://www.oceancityhotelweek.com
Event Type: Family
Ocean City Hotel Week
Two weeks of great deals on Ocean City hotel rooms. Excludes Labor Day weekend. For more information, contact the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 410-289-6733 or inquire@ocvisitor.com or visit www.oceancityhotelweek.com.
First Friday Opening Reception for September Exhibits
September 1, 2017
OC Center for the Arts
502 94th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-524-9433
Website: https://artleagueofoceancity.org/
Event Type: Arts and Museums
First Friday Opening Receptions are held the first Friday of every month at the OC Center for the Arts on 94th Street.
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits featuring a variety of local artists. Complimentary refreshments will be served and admission is free. This event will be held from 5pm to 7pm and is open to the public.
Labor Day Movie
September 2, 2017
Northside Park
125th Street on the bay
410-250-0125
Event Type: Family
Labor Day Movie
Saturday, September 2, 2017, at 7pm, at Northside Park, 127th Street & the bay. For more information, call Kim Allison at 410-250-0125.
Sundaes in the Park
September 3, 2017
Northside Park
125th Street
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Event Type: Free Fun
Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park on 125th Street for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered most Sunday evenings in the summer months from 7pm to 9pm. For a small fee, enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay. Children's entertainment is also presented each week. The night will end with a fireworks display at 9pm.
Entertainment Schedule:
June 18 - Good Vibrations (Beach Boys Tribute)
July 2 - Jesse Garron's Tribute to Elvis
July 9 - The Beach Bumz (Tropical Rock)
July 16 - Uprizing
July 23 - Kick It Out (Heart Tribute)
July 30 - Boy In Black (Johnny Cash Tribute)
August 6 - Guys In Thin Ties (80's Music)
August 13 - Front Page News (Rock)
August 20 - Southern Charm
August 27 - The British Invastion Experience
September 3 - Separate Ways The Band (A tribute to Journey)
Beach Fireworks
September 4, 2017
N. Division Street Beach
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Event Type: Free Fun
Come join us for fireworks every Monday and Tuesday at 10:30pm from July 10 to Sep 4, 2017. Fireworks will be visible along the boardwalk.
July 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
August 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
September 4
Brown Box Theatre presents: Shakespeare: Hamlet
September 8 - 10, 2017
Northside Park and Sunset Park
125th Street and S. Division Street on the Bay
443-880-4328
Website: http://www.brownboxtheatre.org
Event Type: Arts and Museums
Free outdoor Shakespeare returns with Brown Box’s most ambitious production yet. Hamlet, Shakespeare’s pivotal work, delves deep into the recesses of human consciousness in a raw and unforgiving examination of a treacherous political landscape and one Prince’s struggle with the weighty consequences of action, inaction, pain, numbness, and the ever-terrifying unknown. Murder, treason, intrigue, and betrayal culminate to form this harrowing and timeless theatrical masterpiece. Admission is FREE. Show time: 7:30pm. For more information, contact Talia Curtin at talia@brownboxtheatre.org.
Dates:
Sept 8 - Northside Park, 125th Street on the bay
Sept 10 - Sunset Park, S. Division Street on the bay
Grand Prix Power Boat Races
September 10, 2017
N. Division Street to 25th Street
N. Division Street to 25th Street
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Website: http://www.oparacing.org
Event Type: On the beach
Schedule of Events TBA
Flounder Pounder
September 10, 2017
Bahia Marina
21st & 22nd Streets
Website: http://www.bahiamarina.com
Event Type: Fishing
Flounder Pounder Fishing Tournament
One-day flounder fishing tournament that is a lot of fun and great for the kids! You may fish from your own boat or rent a skiff, skimmer, or pontoon from the marina if you wish. For more information, visit www.bahiamarina.com.
OC Cruzers Car Display
September 10, 2017
Somerset Street Plaza near Boardwalk
410-289-7739
Event Type: Free Fun
OC Cruzers will display approximately 15 vehicles along Somerset Street Plaza. The owners of the vehicles will supervise and educate spectators about their older cars. Live music or DJ will be provided. Select Sundays 2:30 to 6pm. For more information, call 410-289-7739 or visit www.ocdc.org. Music Schedule TBA
June 4, 18
July 16
Aug 13
Sep 10, 24
9/11 Parade of Brothers Motorcycle Ride
September 11, 2017
Boardwalk
From 27th Street to N. Division Street
443-614-3425
Event Type: On the Boardwalk
This annual event is a motorcycle ride and memorial service to commemorate 9/11/2001. Parade is Monday, September 11, from 8:30am to 1pm on the Boardwalk from 27th Street to N. Division Street. For more information, email John at jtart22109@aol.com.
September 11th Memorial Spot Fishing Tournament
September 11, 2017
Ocean City Fishing Center
12940 Inlet Isle Lane
410-213-1121
Website: http://www.ocfishing.com
Event Type: Fishing
Fun family event! Fish from the docks of the OC Fishing Center, no skill needed. $5 entry fee. 5pm to 8pm. For more information, call 410-213-1121 or email ocfc@ocfishing.com.
Glo Golf Tournament
September 15, 2017
Eagle's Landing Golf Course
12367 Eagles Nest Rd, Berlin, MD 21811
410-213-7277
Event Type: Sports
Glo-Golf Tournament
Friday, September 15, 2017 - Eagle's Landing Golf Course
5:45pm Twilight Party; 6:45pm Shotgun Start; 2-player Scramble; $50 per player; Gross and Net Prizes; 4 club max (no drivers); walking only. For more information or to sign up, call 410-213-7277 or visit eagleslandinggolf.com.
OC Bikefest
September 16 - 17, 2017
Convention Center & Inlet Lot
4001 Coastal Hwy. & 809 S. Atlantic Ave.
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Website: http://www.ocbikefest.com
Event Type: Convention Center
OC BikeFest will bring national entertainment and bands, stunt shows, bike builders, vendors, food and beverage to the Boardwalk, OC Convention Center, and the Inlet. For more information, please call 262-642-7158, visit www.ocbikefest.com or email chase@ocbikefest.com.
Sunfest Kite Festival
September 21 - 24, 2017
3rd St. to 6th St. Beach
410-289-7855
Website: http://www.kiteloft.com
Event Type: On the beach
Bring the family and let your spirits soar! Enjoy four 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. Kite-making workshops and kite battles. For more information, contact Jay Knerr at 410-289-7855 or visit www.kiteloft.com.
Sunfest
September 21 - 24, 2017
Inlet Parking Lot
809 S. Atlantic Ave.
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Event Type: Festivals and Fairs
Sunfest celebrates its 43rd year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival! Sunfest artists will delight your senses with their art and craft creations. Demonstrating artists will amaze you with their unique talents. Over 30 food vendors will awaken your taste buds with delicious foods from famous Eastern Shore delicacies to pit beef, gyros, Asian cuisine and many more. Enjoy free live entertainment on two stages all day long. Children will enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the beach. Sunfest 2017 has something for everyone.
Admission to the four-day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts. Tickets will be on sale at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or by contacting TicketMaster at 800-551-SEAT or www.ticketmaster.com.
Festival hours are Thursday to Saturday 10am to 10pm; Sunday 10am to 6pm. For more information, call 800-626-2326.
Gem, Mineral, and Jewelry Show
September 22 - 24, 2017
Convention Center
4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
Website: http://www.treasuresoftheearth.com
Event Type: Convention Center
Treasures of the Earth Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show
Fine jewelry, fashion jewelry, sterling silver jewelry, wire-wrapped jewelry, beads, pearls, loose gemstones, minerals, crystals, fossils. For more information, contact Ellen White at 757-641-2124 or ellen@treasuresoftheearth.com or visit www.treasuresoftheearth.com.
Sand Castle Home Tour
September 22 - 23, 2017
Ocean City Area
410-524-9433
Website: http://artleagueofoceancity.org
Event Type: Arts and Museums
13th Annual Sand Castle Home Tour
The 13th annual self-guided tour will feature 10 beautiful homes in the Ocean City area. Experience a variety of homes from ocean front to bayside, family homes to penthouses and beach retreats. Proceeds benefit the Art League of Ocean City. For more information, call 410-524-9433. Hours are 9:30am to 4pm. $30 per person.
Treasure Hunt at the Beach 2017
September 23 - 24, 2017
3rd Street Beach
410-289-6500
Event Type: On the beach
Dig in the sand for buried treasure at the beach in front of Park Place Jewelers on 3rd Streets! Prizes include jewelry, diamonds, and gemstones, gift certificates to area restaurants and retailers. Must register in-person at either Park Place Jewelers location (registration starts Wed., Sept. 23). Up to 100 participants per hunt and must be at least 18 years old. Free entry with $15 donation to Believe in Tomorrow Children's Foundation. For more information, call 410-289-6500 or visit www.parkplacejewelers.com.
Saturday: 4pm - 5pm
Sunday: 1pm - 2pm
Out of the Darkness Walk
September 23, 2017
Caroline Street and Boardwalk
410-632-3648
Website: http://afsp.donordrive.com/event/oceancity/
Event Type: On the Boardwalk
Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
September 23, 2017 - Caroline Street and the Boardwalk
Check-in/Registration Time:9:00am - Walk Begins: 10:00am
Online registration closes at noon on September 22. However, anyone who would like to participate can register in person at the walk from the time check-in begins until the walk starts. Walk donations are accepted until December 31. When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Walks, you join the effort with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. Thanks to walkers and donors like you, AFSP has been able to set a goal to reduce the annual suicide rate 20% by 2025.
OC Surfin' Softball Fall Classic
September 23 - 24, 2017
Northside Park
200 125th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842
410-250-0125
Website: http://www.usssa.com/landing/usssa_landing
Event Type: Sports
Ocean City Surfin' Softball Fall Classic
September 23-24, 2017 - Northside Park, 125th Street
Start your Fall fast-pitch season with a weekend in everyone's favorite resort destination, Ocean City! Teams will load the bases and hit a homerun at this great event. Sign up at usssa.com. For more information, call Chris Clarke at 410-250-0125.
OC Cruzers Car Display
September 24, 2017
Somerset Street Plaza near Boardwalk
410-289-7739
Event Type: Free Fun
OC Cruzers will display approximately 15 vehicles along Somerset Street Plaza. The owners of the vehicles will supervise and educate spectators about their older cars. Live music or DJ will be provided. Select Sundays 2:30 to 6pm. For more information, call 410-289-7739 or visit www.ocdc.org. Music Schedule TBA
June 4, 18
July 16
Aug 13
Sep 10, 24
Wine on the Beach
September 29 - 30, 2017
Inlet Lot
809 S. Atlantic Ave.
410-289-2800 or 800-626-2326
Event Type: Festivals and Fairs
Winefest - Wine on the Beach - 22nd Annual!
September 29-30, 2017
Inlet Lot, 11am to 7pm
The perennial Ocean City fall favorite, “Wine on the Beach,” will celebrate its 22nd year at the coastal resort. The event takes place at the Inlet, where the historic boardwalk begins. The festival, featuring wines of the East Coast, will be open Friday, September 29, and Saturday, September 30, from 11am to 7pm.
In addition to the vast array of wine offerings, there will be several vendors offering an array of Regional cuisine. Also featured are arts and craft vendors and assorted micro-brewed beers for purchase.
Popular local recording artists will provide entertainment on the oceanfront stage throughout the festival.
Stroll from winery to winery with the souvenir tasting glass that comes with admission. Mingle with friends while sipping fine wine, marvel at the fine arts and crafts on display, and relax by the sand stage with tasty treats while enjoying live music. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the entertainment and sea breezes.
Tickets for the festival are $35.00 (General Admission) at the gate. The cost includes a commemorative wine glass and sample coupons. For those who don’t drink, General Admission includes commemorative wine glass and unlimited soft drinks from the designated driver location. Children ages 13-20 are $15.00 and must be accompanied by a parent. Children age 12 and under are free.
No one under 21 years of age is admitted without a parent. For advance tickets and hotel information, please call 800-626-2326 or simply drop by the Visitor Center in the Convention Center to purchase your tickets in advance. For additional information, call the Wine Line at 410-280-3306 or visit our website at www.winefest.com for a discount coupon.
ESA Summer Surf Series
September 30, 2017
46th Street Beach
410-430-9149
Event Type: On the beach
This event is a self-sustaining long-running series of surfing competitions for amateur athletes. Events provide amateur athletes with an avenue to international and Olympic competition. 7:30am to 5pm. For more information, contact Jeff Phillips at 410-430-9149.
Jun 3 - 30th Street Beach
Jun 24 - 46th Street Beach
Aug 19 - 46th Street Beach
Sep 30 - 46th Street Beach
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