Travel Itinerary: Your Fourth of July Weekend Itinerary in Ocean City

Here early on Friday? Perfect! Start your morning in Ocean City with some delicious donuts and coffee from Quickies Donuts on 11th Street & the boardwalk. This grab-and-go option is perfect for picking up prior to viewing the sunrise! For reference, the sunrise will be at 5:41 AM on Friday, July 3rd. If that’s too early for you, spend the morning taking in the sights and sounds with a walk along the boardwalk.

Once your walk is wrapped up, head over to Talbot Street for an exciting ride on the Duckaneer at Talbot Street Watersports! It’s a family-friendly experience that kids are sure to love.

Lunch calls for some time on the bay. Head to 21st Street for a relaxing outdoor lunch at Fish Tales. The seafood burrito is a must!

Learn something new about the town at the newly opened (last spring) Museum of Ocean City! Located on Dorchester Street, the gorgeous museum features exhibits on the town’s history, the previous businesses that occupied the building, local wildlife, and more.

Just a block up from the museum is Soprano’s Pizza! Stop in after your learning session to refuel with a slice or two. Last but not least, round out the day with some thrilling rides and boardwalk games at Jolly Roger on the Pier. From the Giant Wheel to the Double Decker Venetian Carousel, expect excitement and fun!

Start your holiday with a workout at The Core Club on 81st Street! Choose from heated sculpt and barre classes as a great way to work in a sweat sesh while you’re in town. Located downstairs is The Juice Club, which is the perfect place to recharge with a post-class fruit smoothie or green juice.

After class, head down to 58th Street with your group for a delicious breakfast at Bad Monkey! Their breakfast menu features a mouth watering Nutella French Toast, a favorite among regulars. It’s the 4th of July, so it’s only right to spend some time soaking up the sun on the beach! Stick to midtown or head anywhere around town to grab a spot on the sand and relax.

Once your beach session ends, head over to Ropewalk on 82nd Street for a lunch on the bay. The atmosphere is great for the entire family, and there are a variety of seating options where you can choose to dine indoors, enjoy the open air, or soak up the sun!

Spend the afternoon enjoying a thrill and taking in sky-high views of Ocean City with OC Parasail! This is sure to add a memorable experience to your vacation. After, unwind with dinner on the bay at Saltwater 75.

Finally, it’s time to enjoy 4th of July celebrations! Fun will take place at two locations. Uptown at Northside Park, enjoy music from Radio Ocean City starting at 8pm, followed by the spectacular fireworks show at 9:30pm! Downtown, head to N. Division Street for a multi-stage setup featuring music, live painting and fireworks. The evening will kick off at 6pm with The Broken Hearts: A Tribute To Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers. Live Speed Painter Jessica K. Haas will take the stage at 7pm with a captivating live speed painting show. Then, beginning at 8pm, Real Diamond: The Premier Neil Diamond Tribute Band will take the stage, and fireworks will round out the evening beginning at 9:30pm. You won’t want to miss these 4th of July celebrations in Ocean City as we celebrate America’s 250th year!

Sunday morning calls for a relaxing breakfast at The Tide Room. Located in the Ashore Oceanfront Hotel at 101st Street, the restaurant offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean to enjoy while you dine!

After, head to Trapped Escape Rooms at 118th Street for a fun, family-friendly escape experience! Choose from courses called The Great Heist, Cabin in the Woods, and Black Sail’s Lost Treasure. How long will it take your crew to escape?

After Trapped, enjoy a nice, casual, farm to table lunch at Tailchasers Restaurant & Dock Bar (122nd Street), followed by some shopping at Quiet Storm (located right next door). It’s the perfect place to pick up something to remember your 4th of July weekend trip to OC!

No trip to Ocean City is complete without a round of mini golf, so head to Nick’s Mini Golf at 125th Street for a fun experience on their Dino Golf & Mining Company course! The course features two waterfalls, realistic dinosaurs, and more. 

Refuel with some pit beef at Bull on the Beach 94th Street before heading to Northside Park for Sundaes in the Park! The holiday weekend fun continues with a free performance from M80 band. With live music, fun activities, and even icecream, a Sunday evening spent at Sundaes in the Park is the perfect way to complete a holiday weekend in OC.