September 2019 Ocean City, Maryland
Events Calendar

National Folk Festival

September 6-8, 2019

Downtown Salisbury - MDA Great American Festival Comes to Maryland's Historic Eastern Shore

Make your plans now to join us in Salisbury, Maryland, for the National Folk Festival - one of America's largest, most prestigious and longest-running celebrations of arts, culture, and heritage.

A free, large-scale three-day outdoor event, the National Folk Festival celebrates the roots, richness, and variety of American culture. It features over 350 of the national's finest traditional musicians, dancers, craftspeople, and other keepers of culture in performances, workshops, and demonstrations, plus children's activities, savory regional and ethnic cuisines and craft brews, non-stop participatory dancing, storytelling, parades, and more. Best of all, it's FREE!

Music, Dance, and Cultural Traditions from Across America. With 35+ groups on seven performance stages, the Maryland Traditions Folklife Area, the Family Activities Area, the Festival Marketplace, and the Festival Food Courts, the National Folk Festival offers a jubilant array of experiences for all ages.T he festival embraces the heritage and traditions of all Americans, from those whose families have been here for centuries, or millennia, to those who have more recently arrived on our shores. Legendary masters, as well as the next generation of dynamic young artists, celebrate the musical soul and cultural roots of America.

Ocean City Sportsman Expo

September 6-8, 2019

Hosted at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center

The inaugural Ocean City Fishing Hunting Expo is a regional consumer buying show that will bring together all things sportsman.

Come join us for all things hunting, fishing, boating, outdoorsman, and more!

Admission $8 - $15 Click Here & Buy Tickets now!

Contact Josh Parente or George Makres at ocfishhunt@gmail.com

Walk for Recovery

September 7, 2019

The Atlantic Club along with a new partner, the Worcester County Warriors Against Opiate Addiction, will host a “Walk for Recovery” on Saturday, September 7, 2019 from 2pm to 5pm on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Registration will begin at 1pm at the Inlet Lot. It is in conjunction with Worcester Goes Purple, which is highlighting addiction awareness during national recovery month. Due to the current addiction epidemic in our community, we need financial support for 24-hr recovery services, resources to assist those going to and returning from treatment along with non-judgmental caring of those experiencing addiction. It has never been more important than today!

It will take the entire community working together to erase the stigma that is associated with the disease of addiction. You can support this cause by making a simple donation as a sponsor ranging from $100 to $1000 and show off your business logo on the participant tee-shirts. Or register as a participant or team! Registration fee is $20 per individual (first 50 will get a free T-shirt). Join us…create a team, wear purple and Walk to celebrate and advocate for recovery. All the proceeds of this event will go towards helping Worcester County individuals/families touched by the disease of addiction. The Atlantic Club offers college scholarships to Worcester County High School students who have been affected by addiction. The Warriors provide scholarships for individuals to get into rehab.

O'Neill East Coast Grom Tour

September 7-8, 2019

Located at 36th Street Beach

The East Coast Grom Tour is a progressive contest program for surfers that want to have fun, meet new friends and win some cool prizes.

Flounder Pounder

September 8, 2019

Bahia Marina, 22nd Street & Bay

The Bahia Marina Flounder Pounder is a one day fishing tournament for flounder. This tournament 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.

Brown Box Theatre Presents: Shakespeare's Measure for Measure

September 8, 2019

FREE Admission

7PM-9:30PM at Sunset Park

Free Outdoor Shakespeare returns with political tragicomedy Measure for Measure. What happens when corruption reaches the highest level of court? Explore the price of principle, and witness what happens when the law is bent by those who serve to uphold it. A duke in disguise leaves the fate of his people in the hands of a ruthless judge. A loyal sister is faced with an important decision: save the life of her brother, or uphold her honor? Join us for Shakespeare’s timeless tale of deception, virtue, and honor, and decide for yourself whether justice is served.

All performances are FREE and open to all audiences. Outdoors, lawn seating; blanket or lawn chair welcome. No reservations required. Due to mature themes this play is recommended for ages 13 and older with the advisory of a parent.

9/11 Parade of Brothers

September 11, 2019

Parade will begin at 11:30am

BOARDWALK - 27TH ST. TO N. DIVISION ST.

This annual event is a motorcycle ride and memorial service to commemorate 9/11/2001.

For more information, email John at jtart22109@aol.com or call 443-614-3425

OC Bikefest

September 12-15, 2019

Located at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center & Inlet Parking Lot

Vendors, Merchandise, Food, Concerts & Entertainment!

Click Here for trailer parking information!

September 11th Memorial Spot Tournament

September 14, 2019

Amateurs and pros welcome to come fish from the docks of the OC Fishing Center.

A great family event, no skill needed.

OC Fishing Center 410-213-1121

Sunfest Kite Festival

September 19-22, 2019

3rd - 6th St 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.

Sunfest

September 19-22, 2019

ADMISSION TO SUNFEST IS FREE!

The weather is beautiful and there's plenty to do at Ocean City, MD's biggest and best festival. Enjoy four fun-filled days of arts and crafts, delicious food, hayrides, kids activities and musical entertainment. Plus, Sunfest hosts big musical headliners every year!

So grab your friends and family–it's the perfect time to visit OC! Festival activities are held in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City's famous Boardwalk.

EVENT HOURS (rain or shine!):

Thursday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Brown Box Theatre Presents: Shakespeare's Measure for Measure

September 19, 2019

FREE Admission

7:30 at Northside Park

Free Outdoor Shakespeare returns with political tragicomedy Measure for Measure. What happens when corruption reaches the highest level of court? Explore the price of principle, and witness what happens when the law is bent by those who serve to uphold it. A duke in disguise leaves the fate of his people in the hands of a ruthless judge. A loyal sister is faced with an important decision: save the life of her brother, or uphold her honor? Join us for Shakespeare’s timeless tale of deception, virtue, and honor, and decide for yourself whether justice is served.

All performances are FREE and open to all audiences. Outdoors, lawn seating; blanket or lawn chair welcome. No reservations required. Due to mature themes this play is recommended for ages 13 and older with the advisory of a parent.

Sand Castle Home Tour

September 19-20, 2019

The 15th annual self guided tour will feature 10 beautiful homes in the Ocean City area. Explore a variety of homes from ocean front to bayside, family homes to extravagant beach retreats.

Tickets: $30 each. Valid for both days, rain or shine. Tickets are non-refundable.

Proceeds benefit the Ocean City Art League.

Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show

September 20-22, 2019

Our shows feature estate, classic, handcrafted and fashion jewelry made from a variety of metals, as well as a vast array of crystals, minerals and fossils. Jewelers and wire wrappers will be on site who can design, remount or repair jewelry.

Hosted at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center

• Friday – Noon to 6pm
• Saturday – 10am to 5pm
• Sunday – 10am to 4pm

Park Place Jewelers Annual Treasure Hunt on the Beach

September 21-22, 2019

Between 2nd & 3rd Street Beach

Saturday - 4PM / Sunday - 1PM

Free Entry with $20 Donation to Believe in Tomorrow Children's House by the Sea.

Must be 18 years of age and register in person. Registration begins on Wednesday, Sept. 18th @ 10AM. Prizes include jewelry, diamonds, gemstones, & gift certificates!

Ocean City Powerboat Grand Prix

September 27-29, 2019

Sunday, September 29: First race will begin at Noon. Second race will begin at 1:30.

Powerboat race starting at 18th Street to 1st Street!

View website for complete schedule.

Wine on the Beach

September 27-28, 2019

Friday & Saturday Hours - 11AM-7PM at the Inlet Parking Lot

General Admission is $35.00 at the Gate with valid photo ID required.

Children ages 13-20 are $15. Children 12 and under are free. Anyone under the age of 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Wine on the Beach festival launched in 1994 as a vehicle to introduce the naiant Maryland Wine industry to the Delmarva region and extend the beach season into the fall. Since then, the inlet festival/beach party has become an annual tradition among family and friends who enjoy learning about Maryland wines, tasting new products and stocking up with favorites. It has also become a special occasion event for class reunions and bachelorette parties, among others.

This year, wineries will bring more varieties and volume to meet increased demand for their products. Unlike most wine festivals, Wine of the Beach diversified its adult beverages to include Maryland craft beers. New in 2019 will be Anheuser Busch products, including the popular Land Shark Lager. These may be purchased at our Beer truck by the stage.

Sorry, no pets, picnic baskets, coolers or outside beverages.

$35.00 admission includes: Tickets good for one-day admission, commemorative wine glass, and wine tasting samples. Email: info@winefest.com

Delmarva ESA Surf Contest #5

September 28, 2019

The Eastern Surfing Association is dedicated to the sport of amateur surfing, to the operation of a program of amateur competition for surfers of all ages and abilities, and to the establishment and preservation of free access to a clean shoreline and ocean environment. It was founded in 1967 by East Coast surfers to promote, preserve, and protect the sport of surfing on the East Coast.

Contests are subject to change due to wave and weather conditions.

Mid-Atlantic Symphony "From Movie Themes to Classics"

September 29, 2019

An American Premiere by an Argentine-American composer opens our season! Lalo Schifrin, known for his legendary film scores, such as Mission Impossible and Bullitt, is also a wonderful concert music composer. His mandolin concerto has been commissioned by Europe’s foremost mandolinist, Vincent Beer-Demander, whose enthralling stage presence and virtuosity will certainly transport you. As a companion piece, we will play Nicolas Mazmanian’s Mission Impossible Variations, and we will close the concert with Beethoven’s Olympian Symphony No. 7, which Wagner called “the apotheosis of dance”.

• Nicolas Mazmanian, Mission Impossible Variations
• Lalo Schifrin, Mandolin Concerto
• Ludwig Van Beethoven, Symphony No. 7

GUEST ARTIST: VINCENT BEER-DEMANDER, MANDOLIN

3pm @ the Ocean City Performing Arts Center / Doors Open 2:30pm

Tickets: $45