November 19, 2026-January 2, 2027
Northside Park 200 125th St, Ocean City, MD 21842
Join us at Winterfest of Lights for a magical and festive experience that you won't want to miss!
Enjoy a multitude of both new and classic light displays. Embrace the season with a cup of hot chocolate, warm up by a bonfire, have fun with interactive games, capture cherished memories with Santa Claus, and explore unique gifts at our charming gift shop. Keep an eye out for captivating photo opportunities scattered throughout the park, including several interactive displays that will engage your senses and ignite your holiday spirit. The centerpiece of our winter wonderland is the awe-inspiring 50-foot Christmas tree!
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Admission is only $6 (plus fees) for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11 years and younger.
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The Winterfest of Lights is subject to closure for inclement weather.
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Call 410-289-2800 for more information
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Pets are welcome on Wednesday evenings!
Mobility Devices available for rent on site from Advanced Mobility Solution for $12.00 per two hours (scooters, powered wheelchairs). Standard wheel chairs are also available. Scooters-4-Rent.com (302) 280-6203
Fire & Ice Nights
Nov. 20, 21, 27, 28 | Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 26 | Jan. 1, 2
Walk through the snow arch and take a photo in the ice throne before warming up the bonfires! Fire & Ice nights will take place on Fridays & Saturdays (excluding 12/25) during Winterfest and will include live entertainment in the tent. More details to come!
Enchanted Evenings
Nov. 30 | Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
On select evenings, hop aboard a buggy for a horse-drawn carriage ride through the lights (no walking). During these nights, the park will be open to carriage riders only. Enjoy exclusive gift shop browsing, take a photo with Santa, and enjoy the festival with smaller crowds.
Reserve a 2 or 6 person carriage, or reserve individual seats on the 12 seat carriage. This year, Enchanted Evenings will be expanded to include 8 nights!
Reservations required. Check back later to book your carriage!
Pet-Friendly Wednesdays
Nov. 25 | Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Furry friends are welcome to be a part of the Winterfest of Lights festivities on Wednesdays! Bring your dog along to experience the magic alongside the entire family.
COCA-COLA New Year’s Giveaways
Dec. 29-31
Celebrate New Year's Weekend at Winterfest of Lights and enter our thrilling giveaways! Hunt for the hidden COCA-COLA bottle throughout Northside Park's Winterfest of Lights to win a share of $2,000 worth of Coca-Cola merchandise! Return to the main Winterfest entrance to claim your prize by exchanging Coca-Cola bottles with winning messages inside.
New Year's Fireworks
Dec. 31 | Jan 1
This year, you have two chances to catch New Year's fireworks celebrations!
On New Year's Eve, enjoy entertainment at Northside Park leading up to the midnight fireworks.
On New Year's Day, head downtown for fireworks at 7pm!
Holiday Happenings
Winterfest of Lights
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Lost & Found
If you lost something at Winterfest, please reach out to drohman@oceancitymd.gov, or use the link below.
