OCNJ Offseason

Dog Days
2024-10-26 09:00 - 17:00 UTC
Dog Days Leashed dogs will be permitted on the boardwalk from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m. on Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday. All are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite furry canine friend. Activities for Saturday include dog-specific vendors along the boardwalk, photo-op stations on the boardwalk, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” Announcement.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Porsche Boardwalk Reunion
2024-10-19 11:30 - 16:00
Porsche Boardwalk Reunion- Porsches will be displayed from 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the Boardwalk from 6th Street to 14th Street. Over 350 Porsches of all models and years between 1954 and 2021 are expected. Free Tech Sessions on Porsche related topics open to all at the Music Pier.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Fall Block Party
2024-10-12 09:00 - 17:00
Fall Block Party October 12th – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from 5th – 14th Streets on Asbury Ave. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny
2024-03-31 12:00 - 14:00 | Music Pier
Come dressed in your Easter’s best and meet the Easter Bunny for a photo in an Ocean City Lifeguard Boat. Noon to 2:00 p.m. in front of the Music Pier.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Dueling Pianos Show
2024-03-31 12:00 | Music Pier
The Philly Keys will be performing their hit dueling pianos show starting at noon. Free fun for the entire family in front of the Music Pier.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Easter Sunrise Service
2024-03-31 06:30 | Music Pier
A traditional non-denominational service by the sea. All are welcome. 6:30 a.m. at the Music Pier.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

The Great Egg Hunt
2024-03-30 13:00 - 15:00
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6th to 14th street along the boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies lasts. Rain date: March 31st.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

The Great Egg Hunt
2024-03-23 13:00 - 15:00
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 6th to 14th street along the boardwalk, stop by participating stores, until supplies lasts. Rain date: March 24th.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Market Madness
2024-03-10 11:00 - 17:00, 2024-03-09 11:00 - 17:00 | Music Pier
All of Ocean City’s favorite stores under ONE roof offering amazing shopping specials! 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Music Pier.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

Martin Luther King Jr Ceremony and Soul Food Lunch
2024-01-15 12:00 | Music Pier
Noon at the Music Pier. This event will bring the community together to remember Dr. King through words, song and dance. The event will include community resources and a soul food lunch.
*info from https://www.ocnj.us

January 1st
2024-01-01
First Day Shopping Extravaganza Welcome the New Year by shopping for tremendous bargains in Downtown Ocean City, Asbury Avenue from 6th Street to 14th Street.
First Day 5k Boardwalk Run Pre-register at ocnj.us/race-events or race day 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Music Pier.
First Day at The Beach 2 p.m. at the Music Pier. Join us for Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean for the New Year.
*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration
2023-12-31
A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. For the 31st Anniversary of First Night, two headliners will be entertaining crowds, Gypsy and Motor City! Gypsy, featuring the Music of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac brings together accomplished and award-winning musicians for the sole purpose of paying tribute to the decades-long, songbook of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac. Motor City provides a tribute to Motown’s biggest super groups including the Temptations, Four Tops, Supremes and so many more! The Civic Center will also feature the Sensational Soul Cruisers providing the ultimate dance party with the best of Disco hits! For a most up to date schedule and to purchase buttons, visit firstnightocnj.com
*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

December 23rd
2023-12-23
Santa in the Downtown 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Soifer Park.
Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
Photos with Santa noon to 3 p.m. at the Music Pier.

*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

December 16th & 17th
2023-12-16 - 2023-12-17

December 9th & 10th
2023-12-09 - 2023-12-10

OCTC's Jr Company Presents Finding Nemo JR
2023-12-08 - 2023-12-10
Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60- minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie. Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Ocean City Music Pier, December 8th & 9th @ 7:30PM and December 10th @ 2:00PM. For tickets visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com
*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

December 2nd & 3rd
2023-12-02 - 2023-12-03
Santa in the Downtown 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Soifer Park.
Train Show at the Music Pier. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday & Sunday. Admission free.
Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
Photos with Santa noon to 3 p.m. at the Music Pier.

*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

Christmas Parade
2023-12-01 18:00 - 20:30
Christmas Parade – 6:00pm, Friday December 1st on Asbury Avenue from 6th to 11th Streets
*Info and image from https://www.facebook.com/OceanCityNJVacation

Photos with Santa at the Music Pier
2023-11-26 12:00 - 15:00, 2023-11-25 12:00 - 15:00
Photos with Santa noon to 3 p.m. at the Music Pier.
*Event info taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

Holidays with the Ocean City POPs
2023-11-25 18:00
Enjoy your favorite holiday songs with the Ocean City Pops. Led by conductor Vince Lee, the Pops will perform classic favorites and modern hits featuring soloist Sara Maimone of Ocean City. Ocean City Music Pier, November 25th @ 6:00PM. For tickets visit www.OceanCityVacation.com/BoxOffice
*Event info and photo taken from https://www.ocnj.us/

Old Fashion Family Christmas - Black Friday
2023-11-24 12:00 - 17:00
Christmas in the Downtown – “Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue” 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Join the merchants & Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.
*Info and image from https://www.facebook.com/OceanCityNJVacation

Earlier Than The Bird
2023-11-18 08:00 - 12:00
Earlier than the Bird” DOWNTOWN Shopping Extravaganza – 8:00am – 12noon. Get out earlier than the bird and jump start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajama’s, early bird shopping specials.
*Info courtesy of https://www.facebook.com/DowntownOCNJ
