Ocean City, MD, November 28th, 2017–The Commander Hotel & Suites, which is ranked #6 of 104 hotels in Ocean City by TripAdvisor, raised $5,000 for the United Way of Lower Eastern Shore as part of the Stay United initiative.  Proceeds from the campaign, which included 12 hotels in the Ocean City area, will be used to help […] The post Commander Hotel & Suites Wins Fundraising Heat for United Way’s “Stay United” Campaign appeared first on...READ POST.

Each year we dig around for ways to help you keep busy when visiting, but spending Christmas in Ocean City is a thing unto itself. Here are some of our best takes on how to keep engaged while you’re relaxing at the beach off season. 1. There always is something “Christmasy” going on Christmas is […] The post Guide to Spending Christmas in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Donate Life Rose Parade float inspires viewers to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors and pays tribute to the generosity of donors and their families. Peninsula Regional Medical Center (PRMC) joins The Living Legacy Foundation (The LLF) in dedicating roses for the Rose Parade Donate Life float to honor the generous patients and their […] The post Peninsula Regional Medical Center Dedicates Rose for Donate Life Float in Rose Parade appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

This year, the Ocean City Christmas Parade begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 on Old Landing Road but you may want to show up a little earlier for the best seats (and as always, feel free to call the town for more information 410-250-0125). A tradition more than three decades old, the 35th Annual […] The post The Ocean City Christmas Parade appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

For most people the Ocean City boardwalk is a place they don’t see in winter, a cold and windy spot on the eastern end of the eastern shore. But for me, running on the coldest day so far this season, it was a breath of fresh air. The boardwalk seemed to come alive in ways […] The post A Cold Winter Run on the Boards appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Governor Larry Hogan,  Baltimore District Commander Col. Edward Chamberlayne of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and Maryland Secretary of Natural Resources Mark Belton, among other public officials, met for a press conference on the 94th street dunes crossing Monday to highlight an ongoing beach renourishment program that’s been impacting Ocean City since the early […] The post Beach Renourishment Keeps Ocean City Rolling appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

After ten weeks of educational sessions and various practical lessons, the Ocean City Police Department proudly graduated eight members from the 2017 Citizen’s Police Academy on Wednesday, November 15. Since September, the students met at Ocean City’s Public Safety Building on Tuesday nights to learn the inner workings of the resort police department. The Citizens […] The post Citizens Police Academy Participants Graduate appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Christmas in a resort town can be lots of fun. After all, there’s no reason you have to stay in all the holiday long. Getting out and about on Christmas Eve is very Christmas Carol-y. See some friends make some new ones and while away those heavy hours waiting for Santa. Similarly, a nice family […] The post The 10 Best Ocean City restaurants open for Christmas appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

For decades, a 20 ft. wood-carved sculpture of a Native American has called the Ocean City Inlet, right on the boards overlooking the Atlantic ocean, his home. He wears a headband with a single feather poking from the top and has withstood over 40 years of summer heat, winter frostbite and year-round storms. By now, […] The post Ocean City’s Whispering Giant: About the Inlet totem pole appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

One part beach, two parts winter wonderland While it’s true that most Ocean City businesses and amusements are closed in the dead of winter, there are plenty of reasons to plan a winter vacation in OC. The first one that comes to mind is the beauty of a beach town in December and January–from the […] The post Ocean City in the Winter appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel is located directly on the beach at 101st Street.  It has  ocean-view rooms, two oceanfront restaurants, a nightclub, live entertainment both inside and on the beach, a health club, year-round indoor pool, and heated outdoor pool. There is also a 40,000 square foot Conference Center located within the hotel.  The views are […] The post 14 Reasons to Stay at the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel Photos appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

If you’ve been around 48th street lately, you’ve probably noticed the two new businesses underway just beneath the Gateway Grand. Brian and Lisa Bolter, co-owners of Dry 85 and Red Red Wine Bar in Annapolis, are finally bringing their renowned drink-and-provision selections to the Shore after five years of eyeing the spaces they’re now occupying. […] The post Dry 85 and Red Red Wine Bar to shake up OC dining year-round appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

An Ocean City winter is what I spend all year looking forward to. Sure, summer is nice–there’s the beach, the sun and the knowledge that every business in town is open. But if you can take or leave the hot weather like I can, you might find that the town is actually more enjoyable and adventure-friendly […] The post 10 free things to do during an Ocean City winter appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Nanticoke Health Services’ diabetes self-management education program has been awarded continued recognition from the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The program was originally recognized in October 2008 and again in October 2013. Nanticoke’s diabetes education program offers high-quality education services to patients in Western Sussex County. The ADA Education Recognition Program, begun in the fall of […] The post Nanticoke Health Services’ diabetes education program gets ADA...READ POST.

If you’re looking to day trip in a town that looks especially festive this time of year, Snow Hill is the place to go. About 20 minutes south from Berlin, Snow Hill is a quaint, small town that might be best known for housing the historical heritage village Furnace Town (where I was lucky enough […] The post Day-tripping in Snow Hill appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Atlantic General Hospital and Health System, along with its partners, the Herschel S. Horowitz Center for Health Literacy at the University of Maryland College Park School of Public Health and Worcester County Public Schools, continue to make measurable improvements in the health literacy levels of elementary and middle school students in Worcester County. Health literacy […] The post AGH works to promote health literacy in Worcester Schools appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Nanticoke Physician Network, a part of Nanticoke Health Services, is proud to announce it has again received the highest level of recognition as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). All seven Nanticoke Primary Care offices, including the newest office in Delmar, have achieved Level 3 Recognition with […] The post Nanticoke Physician Network receives Patient-Centered Medical Home award appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Ocean City, Maryland 2018 – Ocean City will be glowing in green as the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, sponsored by the Delmarva Irish-American Club, marches down Coastal Highway on Saturday, March 17, beginning at noon. The procession begins at 57th Street and marches south to the 45th Street Shopping Center, where the viewing and […] The post Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2018 info appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Over the years, we’ve accumulated a number of things-to-do-in-the-winter-/-“off”-season-in-Ocean-City. Basically, if you’ve been following our site for awhile, you could probably list about 100 things there are to do here in the wintertime off the top of your head (the first being, of course, Winterfest). But most of those hundreds of things-to-do we’ve written about […] The post Your favorite things to do in the winter appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

For many years, the cardiology staff at Nanticoke Health Services — a 99-bed, nonprofit, community hospital in Seaford, Delaware — had to manually review and assign every electrocardiogram (ECG) to a cardiologist. This caused delays, especially during the weekend, as cardiologists did not receive assignments until the following Monday. Also, without the ability to manage […] The post Nanticoke speeds up ECG process appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

At its annual Corporation Meeting, Atlantic General Hospital’s Board of Trustees voted in a new Board Chairman, Hugh T. Cropper, IV, who is the former Treasurer of the Board. Hugh T. Cropper, is a graduate of Worcester Preparatory School in Berlin, the College of William and Mary and the University of Maryland Law School. Hugh […] The post AGH welcomes new Board of Trustees chairperson appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

2017’s Light Up Downtown Festival is on Nov. 18 from 2-6 p.m.  Any lover of the holidays won’t really need a reason to want to attend Ocean City’s annual Light Up Downtown Festival—after all, it’s chock full of pretty much every exclusively Christmastime specialty except egg nog. Maybe you’re on the fence about booking a […] The post 5 reasons not to miss Light Up Downtown Fest appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Seal season in Ocean City is typically late December – May, so don’t be surprised if you’re walking along the beach and spot a seal chilling in the sand.  You’ll likely see that the seal is surrounded by a U-shape of orange traffic cones and seal stewards, who volunteer with Maryland Coastal Bays to inform […] The post Creature Feature: It’s almost seal season appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Yes, there is a free world-class beach at Ocean City, and the town has some fantastic bars and restaurants. And yes the arcades are open all year, and there’s almost always something cool going down on the weekend. But beyond that, this is an area that is rich in history and even richer in long, […] The post History day trips from Ocean City Md appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Coffee, the quintessential beverage for a wake-up, pick-me-up or a sip-and-chat sit down with friends or family. From cozy little cafes in Worcester County, to those whipping up a hot drink for a brisk walk on the Boardwalk, here’s a look at top five coffee shops at which you should stop, sip and shop while […] The post 5 coffee shops you absolutely have to try appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

When the Commander Hotel underwent its massive renovation in 2016, there was a lot of time to reflect on all the changes the hotel had seen. Strictly speaking it wasn’t anything like the original hotel, which opened nearly 90 years ago, but the feel and attitude remain the same. This essence was what they hoped to […] The post The Commander Hotel: A view for the ages appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Ocean City is filled with tradition, in fact, it kind of is made up of an admixture of tradition, nostalgia and a love for the beach. People have their favorite places to visit for when they come to town and their favorite foods and things to do. When a trip to Ocean City is based […] The post 5 Reasons to Spend Thanksgiving in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Your family has probably created their own traditions without even realizing it, but if you’re an OC newbie, it’s never too late–in the year, in life, or in general–to start making those special Ocean City memories.  Once in a while I like to peruse our Ocean City forum, sometimes going back through years and years […] The post It’s never too late to start your Ocean City traditions appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Maybe you’re still looking for something to do this week, but the odds are you’ve got your eyes on the prize, which in this case is the weekend. Sure there are happy hours to be enjoyed this week. Also, there are movies you might want to catch. If we’re honest, though, many of you are like […] The post All about the turkey appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

As we gear up for what could be a long, snowy winter, it is nice to think about summer vacation. This year, we’ve collected some of our favorite gift certificates and suggestions that will help the people on your list get through the winter as they plan all the cool things they’re going to do […] The post 10 Gifts to ease your Ocean City summer nostalgia appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

There are so many hotels to choose from in Ocean City, no matter what your budget or requests, you are sure to find the hotel, motel or condo you are looking for in our Hotels in Ocean City MD Photos blog. Take a look at some of these hotels: The Grand Hotel, Ocean City MD […] The post Hotels in Ocean City Md Photos appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Beach Safety Navigation The ocean can be a very safe place if you take the time to understand beach and water safety. Many misconceptions about the ocean exist and contribute to one of the biggest factors behind people getting into trouble. That factor is fear. If you understand how currents work and take proper precautions […] The post Dealing with Rip Currents in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

What follows is a photoblog by reader Kandi Stuller. She was in town for Thanksgiving and was kind enough to share some of the photos she took by the beach. Many of these are stunning. Every so often we publish a collection of photos from different reader’s submissions but this is the first time we’ve run so […] The post Thanksgiving beach views: A photoblog by Kandi Stuller – Ocean City Maryland appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Historically, Ocean City has always been a vacation destination for food enthusiasts–if your idea of a good meal is limited to crabs, pizza and bar peanuts. Thankfully, the Ocean City restaurant scene has been expanding greatly in the last decade, and the town’s Restaurant Week has gotten bigger along with it. Since 2007, Restaurant Week […] The post 4 reasons to eat, drink and be merry at Ocean City’s Restaurant Week appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Happy Halloween! Earlier this week, I wrote a story on dark ride enthusiast Brandon Seidl, who knows pretty much everything about Trimper’s Haunted House. Seidl also has a vast collection of photos related to everything OCHH. In the spirit of Halloween and celebrating the spookiness (and occasionally gloriously cheesiness) of the holiday, here are a […] The post Exploring Trimper’s Haunted House appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Loving Hands celebrates 12 years of service to the community. These ladies from Maryland and Delaware meet weekly at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church to knit and crochet items for those less fortunate. During the 12 years the ladies have made baby clothes and items for Worcester County GOLD and items for seniors, veterans and others […] The post Loving Hands celebrates 12 years of service to the community appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Art League of Ocean City, located in the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th street bayside, is one of Ocean City’s hidden jems. The art center’s five galleries display new exhibits of regional and local artists which rotate monthly, so whenever you stop in, you can expect to see something different and exciting. […] The post Coming up at the Art League: November ’17 appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Jolly Roger ferris wheel is a staple of the Ocean City boardwalk. When you look down toward the Inlet from the northern end of the beach or boardwalk, you expect to see it there as much as you expect to see the two poles of the Slingshot or the Looping Star roller coaster that’s […] The post Where’s the ferris wheel? appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Trimper’s Haunted House at the south end of the Boardwalk is as iconic as the teeth-barring bat that adorns the ride’s second story.  For over five decades, kids and adults alike have fallen in love with the Ocean City Haunted House (OCHH)’s neon-painted walls, kitschy stunts and decapitated Count Wolf Von Vinderstein who guards […] The post An interview with Ocean City’s biggest Haunted House fan appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

When thinking of real estate, everyone is familiar with primary houses. A primary house is the one property you call home, whether it is a townhouse, condo, apartment, single house, boat or RV.  However, there are other types of homes that primary homeowners have invested in, such as secondary homes or vacation homes. This is […] The post Resilience in Rincon: Riding out Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

There’s a ton of fun events lined up each year for OCtoberfest, but one parade down the boardwalk is an especially howlin’ good time for humans and pets alike: Ocean City’s annual Howl-O-Ween pet parade. This year’s parade was, unsurprisingly, almost completely made up of dogs. Some showed their Ocean City spirit by dressing up […] The post Too doggone cute: 15 photos from the Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Summer has been winding down for months and as we approach November, Joe White still is keeping busy serving crowds at the Shrimp Boat. Traditionally there have been peaks and valleys in Ocean City, with insanely busy summers followed by deadish falls and winter doldrums, but that hasn’t been White’s experience in recent years. He […] The post Get fresh fish from the Shrimp Boat all year appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

As the days grow colder and longer, that’s one of the most–if not the most–frequently asked question we get: “What’s still open?” (Or, similarly, “is [insert specific business here] still open?”) It’s an understandable question to ask. Plenty of people flock to Ocean City during the fall and winter months to enjoy off-season deals but […] The post What’s open in OC? appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

For one weekend out of every year, Ocean City gets All Shook Up and becomes a Promised Land for Elvis fans who just Can’t Help Falling in Love with the Ocean City Elvis Festival. But it’s not happening at the Heartbreak Hotel–the four-day festival is actually located at the Clarion Resort Fountainebleau Hotel on 101st […] The post For one weekend, Ocean City is overrun by Elvises appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

A small (but incredible) discovery  At the end of September, a dole of about 100 baby loggerhead turtles emerged from their eggs and began their journey from the sand to the sea. One Facebook user, Keegan Burke, took some incredibly cute photos and videos of the tiny hatchlings in pursuit.  The Assateague Island National Seashore […] The post Creature Feature: Maryland’s first sea turtles appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

We often think of Real Estate as being in a stationary location and never moving from its original place.  It is stable and does not travel about.  Homes are subject to wind, and storms of course, but, generally will be located in its correct spot.  If your home is a sailboat, however, everything you have […] The post Surviving Irma in the Florida Keys appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Barbeque. Bar-b-cue. BBQ. No matter how you spell it, barbecue is one of America’s favorites, and Ocean City has lots of barbeque specialists in town. Use this guide to help you decide which bar-b-cue place will be your new favorite…or try them all! 28th Street Pit-n-Pub You know that a place called Pit-n-Pub is going […] The post Barbeque. Bar-b-cue. BBQ…in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

While family-oriented Halloween fun abounds in Ocean City every year with OCtoberfest, the neighboring town of Berlin has its own festive fun. Berlin’s Oktoberfest is a full day of shopping, food, music and games on Main Street in the spirit of Oktober. This year, the festival will take place on October 14 from 12 to […] The post Berlin Oktoberfest appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

It’s half way through October already, and that means just one thing – 8 months till summer?  No!  It’s Halloween soon!  Most visitors to Ocean City arrive in the summer months, but there is something special about the month of October in Ocean City Md.  It could be the crisp clear air, the deep blue […] The post Have a Howling Good Halloween in Ocean City Md! appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

A tail of two herds You’ve probably heard the terms “Assateague ponies” and “Chincoteague ponies” used interchangeably, so if you’ve ever gotten the two confused or just flat-out thought that they were the same thing, you’re not alone. If that’s the case, then today you’re going to learn something new! Because the horses are handled […] The post Creature Feature: Assateague vs. Chincoteague horses appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

If you love Halloween as much as I do, then you know the fun isn’t really limited to a single night–it happens all October long. That’s why I am officially unofficially declaring October to be the absolute spookiest and most fun month in Ocean City, ever. I’ll even be so bold as to claim that […] The post How to have a happy, haunted Halloween in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Sometimes, people use our OC Dining Forum to review the local businesses they’ve enjoyed (or not enjoyed) while in Ocean City. A lot of times, the reviews are packed with great information that any OC dining connoisseur can appreciate. This one is from a thread by user pghDave. Join the forum and add your two […] The post pghDave’s 2017 Dining Report appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Looking for a place to sit outside and enjoy the sunshine while on vacation? Use this guide to determine which Ocean City restaurant, bar, and hangout is best for you! OC offers plenty of outdoor dining!  Angler Restaurant Enjoy fresh seafood while overlooking the bay at Talbot Street in Ocean City! Indoor seating is available […] The post Outdoor Dining Guide for OC appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The weather is always critical around here. Frankly most of the time the only question is weather it’s going to be beautiful or gorgeous. Sometimes neither is the case. Either way, we’ve chosen among some of our favorite forecasters and each week we’ll add their updates here. In addition to this Ocean City Weather roundup, […] The post Ocean City Weather Roundup appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The annual Chesapeake Celtic Festival (happening this year on October 7 and 8) is one of the more awesome experiences you can have at Furnace Town, even though the living museum is pretty cool unto itself. The 28-year-old festival actually was born in Princess Anne, a vision of language professor Jeanne du Nord and a number […] The post 5 reasons you need to check out the Celtic Festival at Furnace Town appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Your guide to, well…guides Planning a vacation can be stressful. Especially if you’re going to Ocean City, because there’s so much to do here. With a seemingly endless array of accommodations, dining options and activities for the family and for a night on the town, it’s hard to know where to start. You could just […] The post Ocean City Guides Make Trip Planning Easy appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Where to get the best pizza is always a very personal food for people. Those who have a taste for it tend to like specific places for specific reasons. So far in this year’s voting, it’s actually pretty close among the top five but sixth place is pretty distant. While it is a matter of […] The post The best pizza places in Ocean City? You Tell Us appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

A gentle reminder that the Outsider is beholden to no one, least of all us – ed. Whenever I think about about Ocean City Md, my thoughts immediately go to fresh seafood. I can’t help it, I’m just hardwired this way I guess, but sometimes I just want to put the seafood fork down, roll […] The post The Outsider names his top 5 places to get wings appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

It breaks our heart to say it, but we’ve probably seen the last of 90 degree temperatures for 2017. That said, it still will get warm and there still are a ton of things to do at the beach. Why not give Autumn a proper welcome and give the Indian summer a thankful sendoff by […] The post 5 great ways to celebrate OCtoberfest in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Custom and classic cars, hot rods and trick trucks will be out in Ocean City this weekend for the 16th annual Endless Summer Cruisin’ event at the inlet parking lot and 40th Street convention center. Events kicks off Thursday with car shows, vendor showings and awards presentations and continue through Sunday, with more than 2,000 […] The post Endless Summer Cruisin’ rolls into Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

There’s a lot going on during the four-day weekend that is Sunfest. From the live music to the games to the shopping, sometimes you need to throw down a beach blanket and just chill out. That’s where the Kite Festival comes in. Walk just a few streets up the boardwalk and on the beach across […] The post Flying high at Sunfest appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

A lineup of the best sweet potato fries in Ocean City Only a few restaurants in Ocean City have perfected the art of the sweet potato fry. The following restaurants have perfected their recipes over time and now make a killer side dish that put run-of-the-mill French fries to shame. Try ’em for yourself and […] The post A sweet and savory guide to Ocean City Snacks appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Seagulls: if you frequent Ocean City, or pretty much any beach around the world, you probably hate them. If you’ve ever stayed at a hotel on the boardwalk, you might have found yourself awake before the sunrise thanks to their incessant squawking, or if you’re like me, they might have dropped you a surprise from […] The post Garbagemen of the Beach: Ocean City Seagulls appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

There was once a time when Labor Day weekend marked the death knell of the summer season in Ocean City, Maryland. It marked the transformation from bustling tourist town to boring ghost town, and putting an end to the majority of excitement and activities as period of winter hibernation crept in. Simply put, those days […] The post Fall Festival Season Picks Up As Summer Winds Down appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

In 2005, the Art League of Ocean City hosted their very first Sand Castle Home Tour event to raise money for a newer, expanded Art League headquarters. Today, those headquarters stand as the Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th street bayside, and the Sandcastle Home Tours are going strong in their 13th year.  […] The post Peace, Love & Sandcastles: the Art League’s 13th Sandcastle Home Tour appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Finding fun in the fall and winter As evidenced by our last photo contest on Instagram (share your favorite #ocoffseason photo to win tickets to OC Screams), just because tourist season is over doesn’t mean there’s nothing left to do in Ocean City.  The so-called “off season,” is, in my opinion, the best time to […] The post Off-season entertainment: $5 Film Nights appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The leaves are changing color, the summer crowds have thinned out and the sand is cold beneath your feet – it’s autumn in Ocean City. It’s the perfect time of year to experience everything the town has to offer, now with just with a slight chill in the air (and did I mention that the […] The post 10 things to do during an Ocean City Autumn appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

If you’re bringing your dog to Ocean City, you’ll want to make sure they have just as much fun on vacation as you do. The dog playground on 94th street is the only outdoor area within town limits where dogs are allowed off-leash on public property, and it’s also the only dog park within a […] The post Ocean City Dog Playground appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Only a few restaurants in Ocean City have perfected the art of the sweet potato fry. The following restaurants have perfected their recipes over time and now make a killer side dish that put run-of-the-mill French fries to shame. Try ’em for yourself and let us know who makes the best sweet potato fry in […] The post Sweet Potato Fries in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Labor Day weekend in Ocean City: summer vacation might be over, but at least you have this four-day weekend to help ease you back into the regular swing of things. And spending the long weekend in Ocean City is probably the way to say goodbye to the summer and hello to earlier sunsets and falling […] The post Labor Day Weekend in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Even though summer is  historically a slower sales season,  the sales market in Worcester County was bustling. Most notably, in a study of properties that settled during July and August, we found buyers are paying 95%, or greater, of the asking price! Ocean City real estate sales are stable. SOLD LISTINGS SINGLE FAMILY HOMES SALES […] The post Real estate remains hot near the beach appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

What is a green hotel?  Green hotels are environmentally-friendly accommodations that utilize programs which save water and energy and reduce solid waste.  You’re probably already familiar with one common green initiative–many hotels and motels ask that you hang your towel in the bathroom if you’d like to use it again or leave it on the […] The post Green Hotels in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The iconic Ocean City Boardwalk Ocean City Night Photos The Boardwalk at Night Photos – OceanCity.com Nothing is quite as exciting on your summer vacation in Ocean City, MD than the Boardwalk by night. Here are photos of rides, lights, and the people and places that make your trip to Ocean City and the Ocean […] The post 8 Posts that are totally Ocean City Boardwalk appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

We get lots of people asking whether the Boardwalk closes. The answer is no, not ever. The Ocean City Boardwalk is essentially just like a street it always is there to be walked upon and generally enjoyed. Although that hasn’t always been the case. That is, the beach is older than the boardwalk and was […] The post No, the Boardwalk Does Not Close appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The air might be feeling cooler and the kids might be back in school, but it’s still summer. And that’s the mantra until September 22. And then on September 22, the first day of fall, the new mantra becomes “only 272 days until summer!” The Town of Ocean City feels your pain. That’s why Ocean […] The post 5 festivals to attend before summer’s tragic end appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Ocean City has a wonderful and storied past. An Englishman named Thomas Fenwick,the namesake of the Delaware resort that borders Ocean City to the north, once owned the land that our Ocean City of today rests upon. All who are involved in the city’s tourism today can look to Isaac Coffin as grandfather of that […] The post A Brief History of Ocean City, Maryland appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Day One of Ocean City Bike Week isn’t even over yet, but I think it’s safe to say that this year’s four-day Bike Festival is a major success. At least in terms of the sheer amount of bikes on the road and the food trucks, vendors, live music and leather-vested patrons taking over the town. […] The post 10 pictures from Bike Week Day 1 appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The lobby of the Gateway Hotel Suites, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member still was quiet a little before 8 a.m., especially for summer. Manager Carol Weigner explained that people still sleep in weekdays. Some men had been down early to sit in the lobby and enjoy one another’s company over a coffee, she said. Eventually […] The post Gateway Hotel and Suites, steps from the beach and worlds away appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Okay, so the weather forecast for this weekend has been changing minute-by-minute. You looked at it yesterday and there was a little storm cloud hovering over Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s forecast, but when you looked today, the yellow sun icon was peaking out from behind the storm clouds.  Right now it looks like the weather […] The post 5 day trips to make when you’re in town for Bike Week appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Since 2002, the Red Knights have hosted their 9/11 Memorial Parade of Brothers Motorcycle Ride in Ocean City, Maryland. Bikers ride the length of the boardwalk (from 27th street all the way to the Inlet) in honor of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.  2017 marked the 15th annual Memorial Parade, where […] The post 10 photos from the 9/11 Memorial Parade of Brothers Motorcycle Ride appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

In October, Dead of Night Paranormal Investigation will be looking for ghosts in one of Ocean City’s obscure haunted locations – the Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum. The museum is dedicated to remembering Ocean City’s history in water rescues, starting in 1891. There were 19 Life-Saving Stations on the East Coast, and dedicated crews of […] The post Ghost Hunting in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

More than a quarter of a million people come to Ocean City in the summertime and thousands of them walk the 27 blocks of the Boardwalk each day. In “What Are You Doing Here?” we stop a few of them and find out what brought them to our corner of the Eastern Shore. Mary O. […] The post What Are You Doing Here: Mary O. appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Don’t cry because summer’s over – smile because fall is almost here, and that means it’s time for Sunfest. Sunfest is the biggest festival in Ocean City and it’s been the best way to end the summer for more than 40 years with food, music, arts and crafts vendors and games and amusements for the […] The post 8 things to do at Sunfest in Ocean City appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Travel down Route 113 far enough, and you’ll find yourself on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. But don’t cross that state line right away–first, make sure you stop to experience all the beauty and charm that is Pocomoke City, Maryland. It’s possible you’ve only ever heard the town referred to as “Pocomoke,” because that’s what […] The post Day-tripping in Pocomoke appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

It is time! Once again  Sunfest will have the Inlet parking lot filled with tents full of vendors displaying homemade gifts, lined with people listening to great music and smelling of delicious food. Celebrate the end of Summer by visiting Sunfest.  There will be fun for all ages, arts, crafts and even hayrides for the […] The post Sunfest Is Finally Here! Share your photos of Sunfest past! appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

**9/15/17: While unofficial H2Oi activities may still be occurring, the official event has been cancelled until 2018, according to a statement on H2Oi’s website.  Ocean City and its surrounding regions have become quite the hub for car shows and events in recent years. In fact, new vehicle-friendly events seem to be popping up just about […] The post Preparing for H2Oi appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

More than 184,000 expected guests to visit. 3 days. It’s Sunfest in Ocean City! Sunfest is one of the biggest events during Ocean City’s fall season. This show, a mix between classic arts and contemporary crafts, is one of the biggest shows on the East Coast. The vendors who will be setting their stands up […] The post Sunfest in Ocean City this Weekend appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

Ocean City, Maryland – (September 1, 2017): As catastrophic conditions continue to devastate the Houston area, Town of Ocean City officials plan to offer aide to communities and families in Texas. According to Ocean City Emergency Services Director Joseph Theobald, who is preparing personnel to assist with recovery efforts (if needed), the town is also […] The post Ocean City Prepares To Send Relief to Houston appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The Art League of Ocean City is most well-known for showcasing the talents of local artists. From paintings to photography to, most recently, film, the two-story gallery on 94th street bayside has been a hub for Delmarva creators of all kind. But since 2015, there’s been one pop-up exhibit at the Art League that steps […] The post Art League to showcase international student photography appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.

The 17th century Spanish galleon replica El Galeon was initially scheduled to leave out of Ocean City on the 27th. But if you haven’t set foot on the ship yet, you’re in luck–El Galeon is extending its stay here for three additional days due to inclement weather. The crew is also offering a 30-day trainee […] The post El Galeon is staying slightly longer than expected appeared first on OceanCity.com. ...READ POST.