Calendar of events 2006
Save the date- more details and events to come!
*event dates and times area subject to change
please call 1 800-626-2326 to confirm events
before traveling long distances and making plans

Every Month Activities

Bingo
Thursdays at 7 p.m.
American Legion, 2308 Philadelphia Ave.
Frank Hoover, 410-283-3253. www.alpost166.org
Fridays at 7 p.m.  Holy Savior, 17th St.
Thomas Jones, 302-436-8313.

June - September, Daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; 
May & October, Daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; 
November & December,weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
During winter months please call for hours
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
South End of Boardwalk at Inlet

Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City’s past with exhibits of shipwrecks and beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the world, aquarium room and Davy Jones’ locker. Unique gift shop with interesting selection of nautical gifts and books. Small admission fee. 410-289-4991; www.ocmuseum.org.

Offered everyday except major holidays. 3-4 p.m.
Afternoon Tea at the Dunes Manor
Dunes Manor Hotel, Oceanfront &  28th St.

Complimentary afternoon tea & crumpets served in the lobby 3-4 p.m. Daily except Christmas, Mothers Day & Easter. Sales office, 410-289-1100.www.dunesmanor.com.

Gallery open Tues.-Sun., 1-4 p.m.
Art League of Ocean City Exhibit and Receptions
Art League Building, 94th St., Bayside

Continuous exhibits featuring local and regional artists, complemented by a free and open to the public monthly reception, held the first Friday of each month from 5-7 p.m. (Except January) Light refreshments offered. 410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

 

All Star Basketball Camp
Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay
July 3
July 5-7

The perfect medium to teach young hopefuls the basic skills of basketball. Refinement of skills & advancement into strategy & conditioning are strengths of the program that will benefit hoopsters of all ability levels. Boys & girls ages 7-16. Registration, OC Recreation and Parks, 410-250-0125.

Camp Horizon
Location TBA
One week sessions June 19-August 10

Ocean City’s premier summer day camp provides participants with creative, recreational & educational opportunities through arts & crafts, athletics, quiet games, special events, trips & more. Each session provides new experiences & fun. Kim Kinsey, OC Recreation & Parks. Registration, 410-250-0125.

Scamper Camp
Location TBA
One week sessions June 19-August 10

Fun & exciting program for the younger camper. Various activities & fun field trips. Camp is licensed by the State of MD Dept of Health & Mental Hygiene & is offered in one-week sessions. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration, Kim Kinsey, OC Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125.

Ocean Bowl Skateboard Camp
Ocean Bowl Skate Park, 3rd St. & St. Louis Ave.
August 14-August 17

Join professional skater and X-games superstar Matt Dove & his team as they teach participants of all abilities. Registration, Dave Messick, OC Skate Bowl, 410-289-2695 or 410-250-0125. www.oceanbowl.com

July 19
August 2
August 16
Heritage Arts for Kids
Julia A. Purnell, 208 W. Market St.
Snow Hill

Hands-on heritage arts activities. Admission. 1-3 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmusuem.com.

Endless Summer Boogie Board Camp
Endless Summer Surf Shop, 38th St. & Coastal Hwy.
July 24-26
August 7-9

Learn to ride the waves like a pro. Students learn from some of the best instructors around while enjoying the OC beach. Students will learn everything they need to know about riding the waves, whether or not they have ever touched a boogie board. Students must be able to swim. Ages 8 & up. Registration, 410-250-0125. OC Recreation & Parks.

Pee Wee Tennis Camps
Ocean City Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay
July 17-20
July 31-August 3
August 7-10
August 14-17

Healthy attitudes toward tennis, basic strokes, none-competitive environment & personal attention are foundations of this camp. Boys & girls ages 4-7. Registration, OC Recreation and Parks, 410-250-0125.

Ace Tennis Camps
Ocean City Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay
July 17-20
July 31-August 3
August 7-10
August 14-17

Healthy attitudes toward tennis, basic strokes, none-competitive environment & personal attention are foundations of this camp. Boys & girls ages 4-7. Registration, OC Recreation and Parks, 410-250-0125.

 
August 2
Concerts on the Beach
For this Wednesday night only- concert held at Sunset Park at S. Division St., bayside.

Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Sir Rod-A Tribute to Rod Stewart

August 3
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach

Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN . 410-289-2800.

August 5-6
Funk Master Flex Celebrity Car & Truck Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Hottest vehicles featured in magazines & television, top-name celebrities, vendors & 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 6
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay

Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free children’s activities each week. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Georgia Lea & Stone Cold Country
Featuring: Scales & Tales

August 7
X 106.9 OC Waiter/Waitress Cup Challenge
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Popular event returns to OC! Employees of area restaurants, hotels and bars compete on obstacle course for prizes. Proceeds of event benefit charity. Registration at 9 a.m. Event 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

August 9
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach

Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: J.R. Booker-Country

August 10
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach

Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN 410-289-2800.

August 7-11
White Marlin Open
Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay

World’s largest billfish tournament. Come watch fish weigh-ins or compete for over $2.3 million in prize money. Compete for prizes in catching white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, dolphin & sharks. Over 300 boats participated last year. Registration for boats, spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. Mon.-Fri., 4-9 p.m. Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229. www.whitemarlinopen.com.

August 11-14
Antiques-by-the-Sea
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Furniture, silver, stemware & crystal. Over 70 vendors exhibiting from all over the country. Admission. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Mon., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Mary Adeline Bradford, 410-289-3453.

August 11-13
Ocean City Junior Open
OC Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay

Junior players from throughout the Mid-Atlantic compete in one of the top events on the Eastern Shore. Fri. & Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Rod Dulany, 410-524-8337.

August 11-13
Worcester County Fair
Byrd Park, Snow Hill

Old-fashioned fun with livestock, horse show, arts & crafts, cake auction, pony rides, food, games & more. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. www.worcestercountyfair.com.

August 12
Professional Boxing
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Boxing returns to Ocean City this summer! Admission. Doors open Saturday, 6:30 p.m. Boxing, 8 p.m. Tickets in person at Convention Center Box Office, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m or 800-551-7328.

August 12
Kiddie Crab Round-up
Lagoon Dock, Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay

Morning of fun & learning about blue claw crabs & their environment. For children 12 years & under accompanied by an adult. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Bob Gilmore, Ocean City Parrotheads, opbobgil@aol.com. www.ocphc.com.

August 13
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay

Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free children’s activities each week. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Jesse Garron-Tribute to Elvis
Featuring: Mike Rose Magic

August 14-17
Cheerleading Camp
Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay

Participants learn cheers, chants, tumbling & stunts from Salisbury University cheerleaders. Geared for participants at all levels. Emphasis on basic skills & spirited fun. Boys & girls ages 6-16. Registration, 410-250-0125. OC Recreation & Parks.

August 14-17
Homerun Baseball Camp
Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay

Geared for younger players with little experience. Goal is to teach young hopefuls the basic skills of baseball while having fun. Confidence building an important part of program. Registration, OC Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125.

August 16
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach

Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Captain Quint-A Tribute to Jimmy Buffet

August 17
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach

Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN. 410-289-2800.

August 17-19
Capt. Steve Harman Poor Girls Open
Bahia Marina , 21st St. on the Bay

Largest ladies-only bill fishing tournament in the Mid-Atlantic area, a charity event. Over 50 boats participating. Weigh–ins 4-7 p.m. Entry fee for participants. 410-289-7438 www.bahiamarina.com

August 20
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St & Bay

Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free children’s activities each week. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: The Last Resort-Jazz
Featuring: Scales & Tales

August 21-24
Showtime Dance Camp
Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay

Twist, turn & mambo your way through the week in this new camp led by New Castle Dance Academy. Offers both boys & girls opportunity to learn ballet, jazz & tap skills while having fun in a relaxed environment. Campers should bring a non-perishable lunch Mon.-Wed., with pizza party on Thursday. Registration, Kate Gaddis, 410-250-0125.

August 23
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach

Free live entertainment each week while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights. Tribute bands & local favorites entertain each Wednesday at 8 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Michael Tracey White-Variety

August 23-26
Great Pocomoke Fair
8th & Broad St., Pocomoke City

Livestock activities, rides, talent show, fireworks, harness horse race, bingo & more. Admission. Wed. & Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-11 p.m. www.thegreatpocomokefair.org.

August 24
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach

Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursday at 9 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN. 410-289-2800.

August 26
Smackdown Live
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

WWE wrestling comes to Ocean City with Smackdown Live! Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at Box Office, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. or ticketmaster.com.; 800-551-7328.

August 26
Atlantic General Health Conference
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Popular event with nationally known keynote speaker, educational forums, free services & seminars. Requested donation. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Leila McCann, 410-641-9268. www.atlanticgeneral.org.

August 27
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay

Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free children’s activities each week. A great family evening each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: Mary Lou & The Untouchables-Classic Rock
Featuring: Lollipop the Clown-"Summer Finale!"

September 1-3
Labor Day Weekend Art & Crafts Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

High quality arts, crafts, gifts & decorator items from accomplished vendors of the East Coast region. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ahastings@go-signs.com.

September 1-October 31
Delmarva Needle Art Show & Competition
Julia A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St.
Snow Hill

Popular exhibit of regional needle art including quilts, embroidery & more. Cast your vote for the viewers’ choice award. Admission. Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun., 1-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

September 2-3
Labor Day Weekend Concerts
N. Division St. Beach

Enjoy free concerts on the beach. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the holiday weekend beside the ocean. 800-OC-OCEAN.

Featuring: The Vogues-Rock & Roll (Saturday)
Featuring: Peter Tork & Shoe Suede Blues-Blues Band (Sunday)

September 7-10
Powerboat Racing
Sunset Marina, off Golf Course Road & Ocean City Beaches

The excitement of Offshore Performance Association powerboat racing! Teams will test and display boats through Saturday. Race begins at noon Sunday. Course runs approximately 10th to 30th street area offshore. $25,000 purse prize.
Over 47 teams expected to compete. 410-213-9600. www.oparacing.com.

September 14-17
Delmarva Bike Week
Ocean City Area

More than 100,000 motorcycle enthusiasts with live music, games, contests, thrill shows, charity rides & more. Over 150 vendors from regional & national companies. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bruce Bennett, 410-629-1560. www.delmarvabikeweek.com.

September 15-17
Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

14k, sterling jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, remounts & more. Admission. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Haney, 804-746-7663. Accommodations: 800-OC-OCEAN.

September 21-24
Sunfest
Inlet Lot

Ocean City’s biggest festival. Fine art, distinctive crafts, performers on two stages, & a variety of food vendors including gourmet delights. Fall children’s activities include pumpkin decorating & scarecrow making. Thurs., 8 p.m. Beatlemania; Fri., 8 p.m. She Daisy; Sat., 8 p.m. KC & The Sunshine Band. Evening headline entertainers require ticket, available on Ticketmaster.com 800-551-7328 or Convention Center Box Office Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunfest hours, Thurs.- Sat., 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

*Ride the bus to Sunfest by using satellite parking or West Ocean City Park & Ride. The shuttle from Park & Ride is only $1 all day & parking is free.

September 21-24
Sunfest Kite Festival
5th St. to N. Division St. Beaches & Boardwalk

Enjoy four days filled with kite flying. Children’s workshop, kite battles & the East Coast’s premier sport kite competition. Master kite flyers showcase their aerial displays of art. Thurs.-Sun., 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855.

September 23
Ocean City Classics Karate Tournament of Champions
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Open martial arts competition for youth and adults. Grand champion youth awards. Black belt cash awards. Admission. Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Kem Waters, 410-430-1648.

September 23-25
Berlin Fiddlers Convention
Main St., Berlin

National bluegrass recording artists & local musicians compete for over $3,000 in cash prizes, food & craft vendors & more. Free concert Friday, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon. Competition, Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Free bluegrass gospel concert at Taylor House Museum lawn, Sunday, 9-11 a.m. Steve Frene, 410-219-3500. www.berlinmdcc.org.

September 29-30
Winefest
Inlet ParkingLot

Wine samplings, arts & crafts, live entertainment & food. Admission. Fri. & Sat., noon-7 p.m. Chris Noke. www.winefest.com.

September 29-30
College Tennis Invitational
Tennis Center, 61st St. & Bay

Four national-ranked college teams will play dual team matches in a two-day format. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Rod Dulany, 410-524-8337.

September 30
Snow Hill Church Tour
Snow Hill

Tour begins at Julia A. Purnell Museum & travels to many of the town’s magnificent historic churches. Refreshments served. Admission. Saturday, 12:30-3 p.m. Claire Otterbien, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

October 5-8
Endless Summer Cruisin
Inlet Parking Lot

Car show features 1500 hot rods, customs, classics & more. Live entertainment, commercial vendors & special attractions. Admission. Thurs.-Sun., 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Jack Hennen, 410-798-6304. www.specialeventpro.com.

October 6-8
Oktoberfest
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Three full days of continuous entertainment including Jolly Joe & the Bavarians, the Polka Jets & the Alpen Rose Dancers. Eat, drink & be merry with schnitzels, wursts & barrels of bier. Admission. Fri. & Sat., 11:30 a.m.- 10 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.- 4 p.m. Mike Wicklein/Starr George, 410-524-7020. www.oceanpromotions.info. Accommodations: 800-OC-OCEAN.

October 6-8
Oktoberfest Art & Craft Fair
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Over 100 exhibitors display holiday items, gifts, fine art & more. Admission. Fri., 11:30 a.m.– 6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. –6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mike Wicklein/Starr George, 410-524-7020. www.oceanpromotions.info.

October 7-8
Chesapeake Celtic Festival
Furnace Town Living Heritage Museum
Snow Hill

Bagpipe bands, sheep herding, Celtic music & dance on three outdoor stages, medieval encampment, ethnic foods, marketplace & more. Admission. Sat. & Sun., 11a.m.-5:30 p.m. www.celticfest.net.

October 7-8
Fly-In
OC Municipal Airport

Fourth annual Fly-In offers fun for the whole family. Display aircraft include restored vintage planes along with aircraft from the MD National Guard, United States Air Force, United States Coast Guard, United States Marine Corps & MD State Police. Educational presentations, demonstrations, food & music. 800-OC-OCEAN.

October 7-8
MD State Numismatic Assoc. Coin Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Over 70 dealers offer gold, silver, U.S. & foreign coins, paper currency, jewelry, tokens, medals. Educational exhibits, club meetings. Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Carl Ostiguy or Ed Craig, 443-623-7025. www.coinshows.com. Accommodations: 800-OC-OCEAN.

October 8
Mid-Atlantic Wedding Expo Cancelled
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Largest bridal show on Delmarva with fashion shows, live entertainment, door prizes, & honeymoon giveaways. Sunday, noon-4 p.m. April Brilliant, 410-896-2502. www.mysticproductions.com

October 14-15
Free State Corvette Club Weekend
Inlet Parking Lot

Annual gathering of Corvette enthusiasts. Car shows & road rallies. Boardwalk parade Saturday, 4:30 p.m. Car show, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 410-590-5630. www.freestatecorvette.com.

October 27
Julia A. Purnell’s Birthday Party
Julia A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St.
Snow Hill

Free admission & refreshments, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

October 28
Seaside 10 Mile and 5k Run
Ocean City

Runners from around the country enjoy this fall run through Ocean City. Come dressed for Halloween & compete for special awards. 410-250-0125. 800-OC-OCEAN.

October 28
Swing for Youth Golf Open
Eagle’s Landing Golf Course

Four-player Florida scramble benefits OC youth programs. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. breakfast; 10 a.m. shotgun start. Bob Croll, 800-283-3846. Rcroll@ococean.com.

October 28
Lunch at the Mansion
Public Landing, Snow Hill

Gourmet lunch & tour of mansion house. Reservation required. Noon. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

November 4-5
Fallfest of Fine Art
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors & mixed media high crafts. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Donald A. Hastings, 410-529-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com. Accommodations: 800-OC-OCEAN.

November 4-5
Christmas Craft Expo
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

The magical theme of Christmas offers show attendees an abundance of hand-made gifts for that special person. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

November 16-December 28
Carousel Winter Wonderland
Carousel Resort Hotel, 118th St.

Dazzling holiday decorations, indoor ice skating rink open to the public. Admission to the ice skating rink includes skates. Mon.- Fri., 4-9 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Mickey Thomas. 800-641-0011. www.carouselhotel.com.

November 16-January 1, 2007
Winterfest of Lights
Townwide, Inlet lot and Northside Park, 127th St.

Dazzling lights on cold winter nights put everyone in a holiday mood. Tour the tunnel of lights & the Inlet where you find the beach filled with lights boasting a nautical theme. Travel the avenues of Ocean City to see the old-fashioned lighted wreaths, then it’s on to Northside Park to see hundreds of animated lighted displays. Browse Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop for a special gift, have a photo taken with Santa & enjoy hot chocolate in the heated, decorated tent while you wait to board the Winterfest Express to tour the lights. Small fee to ride tram. Children 11 years & younger, free. Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 5:30-10:30 p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

November 24-26
Holiday Shopper’s Fair
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Shopping extravaganza with unique crafts, photography, florals, wrought iron, jewelry, Nascar items, toys & more. Door prizes, children’s activities & a non-shoppers lounge. Admission. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Janice Cropper, 800-OC-OCEAN. jcropper@ococean.com. Holiday Shopper's Fair Fact Sheet and Application.

November 24
Fall Arts Night
Berlin

Artists showcase their work & demonstrate their craft for visitors in participating shops & galleries. Refreshments offered. Friday, 6-9 p.m. www.berlinmdcc.org. 410-641-4775

November 25-December 25
Christmas at the Dunes Manor
Dunes Manor Hotel, Oceanfront & 28th St.

Enjoy holiday festivities every weekend. Train sets, bell ringers, Santa & his holiday elf, pictures with Santa & more. Fri.-Sat., 4:30-7:00 p.m. Shirley Toms on piano, Fri.-Sun., 7-11 p.m. Sales office, 410-289-1100. www.dunesmanor.com.

December-January 1, 2007
Winterfest of Lights
Townwide, Inlet lot and Northside Park, 127th St.

Dazzling lights on cold winter nights put everyone in a holiday mood. Tour the tunnel of lights & the Inlet where you find the beach filled with lights boasting a nautical theme. Travel the avenues of Ocean City to see the old-fashioned lighted wreaths, then it’s on to Northside Park to see hundreds of animated lighted displays. Browse Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop for a special gift, have a photo taken with Santa & enjoy hot chocolate in the heated, decorated tent while you wait to board the Winterfest Express to tour the lights. Small fee to ride tram. Children 11 years & younger, free. Sun.-Thurs., 5:30-9:30 p.m; Fri.-Sat., 5:30-10:30p.m. 800-OC-OCEAN.

December
Victorian Christmas
Berlin

Month-long celebrations include animated window displays, horse & carriage rides, breakfast with Santa, concerts, parade, house tours, Victorian fashion show & teas. www.berlinmdcc.org. 410-641-4775.

December 2
Victorian Christmas Celebration
Julia A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St.
Snow Hill

Attend an old-fashioned holiday party with Victorian music, decorations & refreshments. Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.

December 2
Ocean City Christmas Parade
100th St to 115th St.

Professionally judged parade with bands, floats, marching units & more. Saturday, 11a.m.-12:45 p.m. Honijarvis@cs.com.

Winterfest Soccer Camp
Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay
December 27-29 (ages 4-6 & 6-16)

The perfect place to keep your soccer skills polished over the winter & learn new strategies. Boys & girls 4-16 welcome. Registration, OC Recreation & Parks, 410-250-0125.

December 31
New Year’s Eve
Townwide celebrations at your favorite hotel or restaurant

Enjoy ringing in the new year at your favorite summer place. Many Ocean City hotels, clubs & restaurants offer special packages or menus for this special night. Call your favorite spot or call 800-OC-OCEAN for general information.

December 31
New Year’s Eve Bus Rides
Town of Ocean City

The Town of Ocean City offers free bus services for New Year’s Eve from 6 a.m. New Year’s Eve to 6 a.m. New Year’s Day. 800-OC-OCEAN.

 

January 13-14
Nautical & Wildlife Art Festival
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Shore’s premier nautical & wildlife fine art presentation. Painters, artists & sculptors from 15 states. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

January 13-14
North American Craft Show
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Shore’s largest juried craft exposition. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. www.donaldsduckshoppe.com.

January 26-28
East Coast Commercial Fishermen’s & Aquaculture Expo
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay

Services & products for the commercial fishing & aquaculture industries. Betty Duty, 800-421-9176. www.marylandwatermen.com.

Last Updated: April 11, 2007