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Celebrate the holiday season in Ocean City, Maryland! From dazzling holiday lights and festive events to seasonal shopping and coastal charm, discover plenty of ways to make your holiday getaway special. Pack your bags, head to the beach, and see why Ocean City, Maryland is always Somewhere to Smile About.

November 19 - January 2
Join us at Winterfest of Lights for a magical and festive experience that you won't want to miss!
This year at Winterfest, stroll or ride by surrey through dazzling light displays both new and classic. Experience Fire & Ice Nights and Enchanted Evenings, warm up by a bonfire hot chocolate in hand, capture cherished memories with Santa Claus, explore unique gifts at our charming gift shop, and so much more!
Winter Gala
Celebrate what OC means to you!
On Friday, December 4th, join us at the OC Convention Center for the Winter Gala! Experience 7 themed rooms each loaded with delicious libations, tasty food samplings from some of our favorite local restaurants, and lively entertainment. The Grand Ballroom offers a full buffet dinner including a carving station and crab cakes as well as dancing to live music. Finish the evening with a stroll of the cupcake forest prepared by our own local bakeries.
Holiday Happenings
The Irish Tenors: A Family Christmas
- Ocean City Performing Arts Center
Turkey Time!
- Ocean Downs Casino
Jesse Garron’s A Blue Christmas
- Ocean City Performing Arts Center
Terry Fator's A Very Terry Christmas
- Ocean City Performing Arts Center
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Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Assateague Coastal Trust 16th Annual Wild & Scenic Film Festival…
Trivia at the Playbook Sports Bar
- Ocean Downs Casino
Art League of Ocean City's First Friday Opening Reception
- Art League of Ocean City Center for the Arts
Ocean City Ghost Tour
- End of the Boardwalk at the Inlet
Live Music Fridays in the Playbook
- Ocean Downs Casino
$5,000 FREE PLAY Slot Tournament
- Ocean Downs Casino
Fun For Every Season
Golf
Because OCMD boasts 17 championship courses designed by the legends of…
Kayaking, Canoeing, & SUP
Ocean City, Maryland kayak rentals are a great way to see one…
Events & Tickets
View upcoming events at the Performing Arts Center.
Shop, Relax, Repeat!
Whether you are window shopping, picking out a souvenir to bring back…
Indoor Activities
Looking for things to do in Ocean City, Maryland when it…
Biking
Biking in Ocean City, MD offers a picturesque and exhilarating…
Arts & Culture
Take a break from the beach and enjoy our theater, music and…
Amusement Parks
Whether you have kids or you’re just a kid at heart…
Surfing
With its pristine shorelines, surfing in Ocean City is…
Fishing
Want to put your angling skills to the test? Or maybe you just…