Throughout the year, Ocean City and its nearby towns, such as Berlin and Salisbury, entertain locals and visitors with a variety of interesting events.
Photo above by Taylor Regulski courtesy of Oceans Calling Festival
Ocean City and nearby towns deliver exciting entertainment throughout the year with an array of top-notch events. From large annual festivals featuring chart-topping music artists to family-friendly community gatherings, don’t miss out on the amazing events happening in and around Ocean City. Come join the good times and enjoy dynamic concerts, coastal celebrations, holiday traditions and much more.
Ocean City Air Show | June 14-15
Watch flight performances soar above the beach and boardwalk at the Ocean City Air Show, featuring the Air Dot Show Tour including the iconic U.S. Navy Blue Angels. The show center will take place between 13th Street and 17th Street on the beach.
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Berlin Bathtub Races | June 20
Enjoy the friendly competition at this quirky annual event on Main Street in Berlin. This year marks the 35th anniversary for the Berlin Bathtub Races!
BerlinChamber.org/Bathtub-Races
July 4th Music and Fireworks | July 4
Join the 4th of July with a fireworks display and music, presented by the Town of Ocean City, at one of two locations: Downtown Beach and Northside Park. Free!
OceanCityMD.gov/OC/Departments/Special-Events/4th-of-July-Events
52nd Annual White Marlin Open | Aug. 4-8
Mark your calendar for the 52nd White Marlin Open tournament this August in Ocean City, Maryland, which is widely known as the “White Marlin Capital of the World.” This premier annual event is considered the “World’s Largest and Richest Billfish Tournament.” WhiteMarlinOpen.com
Ocean City Jeep Fest | Aug. 21-24
Ride into town for a Jeep festival, featuring a beach crawl, sand course and vendors. One of the largest Jeep events in the Mid-Atlantic, Jeep lovers won’t want to miss this! OceanCityJeepFest.com
Wine on the Beach | Sept. 5-6
Gather with other wine enthusiasts in the Ocean City Inlet parking lot for this annual event featuring Maryland wineries, plus Delmarva cuisine, beer, arts and crafts, and live entertainment. Visit the website to purchase tickets and for more information. WineFest.com
OC BikeFest | Sept. 10-14
Gear up for OC BikeFest, the largest motorcycle rally on the East Coast. Visit the website for event information.
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Berlin Fiddler’s Convention | Sept. 19-20
Listen to live performances featuring bluegrass, folk and country music at the 33rd annual Berlin Fiddler’s Convention in charming downtown Berlin.
BerlinChamber.org/Events/Fiddlers-Convention
Oceans Calling Festival | Sept. 26-28
Grab tickets for this ultimate three-day concert featuring more than 40 performances, including Green Day, Lenny Kravitz, The Black Crowes, Nelly, Noah Kahan, Good Charlotte, En Vogue, Fall Out boy, Weezer, Train, Ziggy Marley and many more. OceansCallingFestival.com
Country Calling Festival | Oct. 3-5
Hold onto your hat for this epic country music celebration coming to the Ocean City Inlet. The festival will showcase over 35 performers including Carrie Underwood, Brooks & Dunn, Luke Bryan, Wynonna Judd, The Band Perry and Luke Combs.
CountryCallingFestival.com
Endless Summer Cruisin’ | Oct. 9-12
Cruise into Ocean City for the 28th annual event including car shows, vendors, live music and much more. Activities will take place in the parking lots of the Ocean City Convention Center and Inlet. SpecialEventPro.com/Endless-Summer-Cruisin
Sunfest | Oct. 23-26
Mark your calendar for the 50th anniversary of Sunfest, one of the area’s largest outdoor festivals of the year. Enjoy live music concerts on two stages as well as food vendors, arts and crafts, kids activities and much more. OCOcean.com/Sunfest
Winterfest of Lights | Nov. 20-Dec. 31
Feel the holiday magic at this winter wonderland event at 58-acre Northside Park at 125th street. Marking 33 years in 2025, Winterfest dazzles with spectacular light displays throughout the park.
Rising Tides Festival | Nov. 22
Make plans for the debut of the Rising Tides Festival presented by Ocean City Tourism this November at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center. Along with showcasing top hits across the decades, this exciting new event will include fun “coastal experience” activities and tasty flavors of Ocean City. OCOcean.com/Events/RisingTidesFest
For full calendar of events, visit OceanCity.guide. All dates and times are subject to change. Please call ahead or check online before attending.
