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For more information on any OCNJ Events, call 1-800-BEACH-NJ, (609) 399-6111 or visit
www.oceancityvacation.com.
Download the official OCNJ Vacation App for your smart phone.
All dates/events are subject to change.
SEPTEMBER 4
th
- Farmers Market - Tabernacle Grounds 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Crafters in the street at 6
th
& Asbury Ave.
SEPTEMBER 4
th
– Maestro Lee at the keys: Dueling Pianos Widely hailed as the most fun concert of the
2023 Ocean City Pops season, the Dueling Pianos return for another showdown! Rejoined by his long-time
colleague and regular Ocean City Pops orchestral pianist, Eric Svejcar, 176 piano keys will be smoldering as Vince
& Eric scorch through some of the greatest hits of Rock, Pop, Movies, Broadway, Classical, and more! The concert
begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
SEPTEMBER 7
th
- Street Rod Show Features classic cars on display. Boardwalk display noon – 4:00 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 7
th
– The Duprees Performing With The Ocean City POPS THE DUPREES are known the world
over for their romantic interpretations of some of the most beautiful love songs ever written. They have made a
career out of giving new life to the big band standards and contemporary hits. If you take the Glenn Miller
arrangements of the 1940's along with the tunes of Joni James, Frank Sinatra, Jo Stafford, Nat King Cole, (just to
name a few) and the vocal harmonies of Tom Petillo, Jimmy Spinelli and Shawn Stevens put them together, you
have the sound of THE DUPREES. After an evening with THE DUPREES, you'll discover why their harmonies and
hits are as timeless as ever! The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets available at
oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
SEPTEMBER 8
th
- Corvette Show Over 350 cars exhibited. One of the largest shows of its kind in the East.
Models from every year Corvettes were manufactured comprise this colorful show. Displayed on the boardwalk
from 6
th
Street – 14
th
Street, 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For more information call 609-457-0081. Register at
boardwalkcorvettesac.com.
SEPTEMBER 11
th
- 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony "A Day to Remember" will include music, prayer and
reflections on the memory of lives lost and on the community spirit that was renewed in the wake of the Sept.
11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the Pentagon and the World Trade Center. All are encouraged to attend. 6:00 p.m.
Fire Department Headquarters, 6
th
and Asbury Avenue.
SEPTEMBER 14
th
- 2024 Ocean City ALS United Walk Presented by Village ShopRite from 9:00 am to
noon at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center. Joining the ALS United Walk is free, but online registration is
encouraged at www.OceanCItyALSunitedwalk.org. The event will raise funds for research and community-based
patient services programs for people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, often called Lou Gehrig’s disease. Once
thought rare, but now considered common, ALS is a progressive motor neuron disease that causes patients
eventually to lose the ability to move, eat, and breathe on their own. ALS affects not only health, but also quality
of life, and often financial security. ALS United Mid-Atlantic ensures that anyone facing ALS has someone to turn
to for expert advice, essential equipment, support, community, and caring conversations.
SEPTEMBER 14
th
– Symphonic Dance: The Atlantic City Ballet With The Ocean City POPS After their
breathtaking feature with the Ocean City Pops in 2022, the stars of the Atlantic City Ballet return to heat up the
Music Pier Stage! Forging a new, continuing artistic partnership between the ballet and the OCPops, Maestro Vince
Lee is excited to highlight the talents of our artistic neighbor! The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City
Music Pier. Tickets available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
SEPTEMBER 14
th
- Ocean City Airport Festival Annual festival at the Municipal Airport, 26
th
& Bay Ave. 10:00
a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Features include a ground display of unusual airplanes ranging from World War II Planes to
Classics and Warbirds. The event will feature a parachute jump from Team Fastrax.
SEPTEMBER 14
th
- Parachute Pyrotechnic Show consists of several highly trained and specially licensed
Team Fastrax™ demonstrators exiting the aircraft 6,000 feet above Ocean City’s Beach & Boardwalk. Brilliant
white or multi-colored projectile pyrotechnics are then ignited and flown in formation, creating a dazzling display
for spectators on the ground. 8:00 p.m. jump with a landing on the 7
th
St Beach. Viewable along the entire
Boardwalk.
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SEPTEMBER 15
th
- Boardwalk Aerobatic Airshow 1:00 p.m., 6
th
– 14
th
Streets over the ocean. Thrill to
some of the best stunt pilots and aerobatic champions in the world plus military demonstrations.
SEPTEMBER 15
th
– Kristin Chenoweth Performing with the Ocean City POPS Emmy and Tony Award
winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth’s career spans film, television, voiceover and stage. In 2015,
Chenoweth received a coveted star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2009, she received an Emmy Award for
Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in “Pushing Daisies.” In 1999, she won a Tony Award for
“You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” and she was also nominated for her original role of Glinda the Good Witch
in “Wicked” in 2004. Chenoweth has performed to sold-out audiences across the world, including performances
at Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall. Chenoweth released “The Art of Elegance,” her album of American
Songbook classics via Concord Records. The album debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Current Jazz and Traditional
Jazz charts, and #1 on Amazon’s Vocal Pop chart. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier.
Tickets available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
September 18th- British on the Boardwalk Sponsored by the Austin-Healey Sports & Touring Club, over 50
examples of this iconic sports car will be on display from noon until 3PM between 8th & 14th streets. The Austin
Healey marque was produced between 1952 and 1971. Its creator, Donald Healey, was an accomplished rally
driver. It was once the fastest production car, clocked at the Bonneville Salt Flats in the mid -1950’s at 142
MPH. Come out and talk with these proud owners, many of whom have owned their cars for decades.
September 21
st
- Ocean City, NJ Jeep Invasion Jeeps will be displayed on the boardwalk between 5
th
Street
–14
th
Street, noon-5:00 p.m. For more information visit NJJeepInvasion.com or email njjeepinvasio[email protected]
September 22
nd
- OCNJ Half Marathon, 5k & 10 Mile Non-Competitive Walk/Run NO RACE DAY
registration for the Half Marathon. Sign up early to save on registration fees. www.ocnj.us/Race-Events
SEPTEMBER 28
th
& 29
th
- MS City to Shore Ride with 7,000 cyclists raising $5.6 million – promises to be
the best cycling experience on the east coast. This ride is fully supported with catered rest stops, bike support
and SAG transportation. For more information call: 1-800-445-BIKE or visit mscycling.org
October 5
th
& 6
th
- Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant Table Sales 6
th
Street– 14
th
Street on the boardwalk
and Asbury Ave.
OCTOBER 11
th
-20th - SHOUT! The Mod Musical Presented by OCTC With its irresistible blend of hip-
swiveling hits, eye-popping fashions and outrageous dance moves, SHOUT! The Mod Musical takes audiences
back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s. Created by Phillip George and David Lowenstein, SHOUT!
features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as “To Sir with Love,” “Downtown,” “Son of a Preacher
Man” and “Goldfinger.” The review follows five groovy gals as they come of age during those glorious days that
made England swing. Traveling in time from 1960 to 1970, SHOUT! chronicles the dawning liberation of women,
from the rise of Dusty Springfield, Petula Clark and Cilla Black as independent women with major careers, to their
American counterparts, redefining themselves in the face of changing attitudes about gender. With a shimmy and
shake, the songs are tied together by hilarious sound bites from the period. Ocean City Music Pier, October 11
th
,
12
th
, 18
th
and 19
th
at 7:00pm and October 13
th
and 20
th
at 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at
www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com
OCTOBER 12
th
- Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from 5
th
– 14
th
Streets
on Asbury Ave. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, fireworks over the boardwalk
at 9:00 p.m. from 6
th
Street – 14
th
Street.
OCTOBER 12
th
, 13
th
& 14
th
- Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant Table Sales 6
th
Street – 14
th
Street on
the boardwalk and Asbury Ave.
OCTOBER 13
th
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of OCNJ Join 5,000+ walkers for our 17th annual
OCNJ Making Strides – a celebration of courage & hope to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. For
three decades, these walks have grown into the nation’s largest & most impactful breast cancer movement –
providing a supportive community for breast cancer survivors & metastatic breast cancer thrivers, caregivers, and
families. Learn more at www.MakingStridesWalk.org/OceanCityNJ. Walk starts at 10:00 a.m. at the Civic Center.
Join 5,000+ walkers for our 17th annual OCNJ Making Strides – a celebration of courage & hope to end breast
cancer as we know it, for everyone. For three decades, these walks have grown into the nation’s largest & most
impactful breast cancer movement – providing a supportive community for breast cancer survivors & metastatic
breast cancer thrivers, caregivers, and families. LEARN MORE AT: www.MakingStridesWalk.org/OceanCityNJ
OCTOBER 19
th
–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.
OCTOBER 20
th
– John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run raises awareness about the importance of
safe and sober designated drivers, and to honor and remember those who have lost a loved one to a drunk driver.
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We encourage victim families, students of all ages, individuals, community groups, families, and businesses to
create or support teams to support the HERO Campaign's efforts to save lives. Check-In 9:00 a.m. 1 Mile Fun
Run: 10:00 a.m., Awards and Ceremony: 10:30 a.m., Walk begins at 11:00 a.m. Register today at
www.herowalkrun.org.
OCTOBER 23
rd
- OC Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Welcome Night 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Ocean
City Sports & Civic Center. Meet OC groups, businesses & organizations! Free event!
OCTOBER 24
th
- Halloween Parade 7:15 p.m. on Asbury Ave. from 6
th
– 11
th
Street. Sponsored by the Ocean
City Exchange Club. For more information visit ochp.blogspot.com/
OCTOBER 26
th
- Halloween Costume Skate The Ocean City Skate Park at Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue
will celebrate Halloween 4:000p.m. to dusk. Skateboarders are invited to come dressed for the holiday. There
will be prizes for best costume and best trick, and candy for the participants.
OCTOBER 26
th
& 27
th
- Dog Days Leashed dogs will be permitted on the boardwalk from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
a.m. Saturday and 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 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.
OCTOBER 26
th
- HSOC “Howl-O-Ween” Parade Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants
are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season.
Registration begins at 2:00 p.m. at the Sports & Civic Center. The parade begins at 3:00 p.m. and the procession
is from 6
th
to 14
th
Street on the Boardwalk.
NOVEMBER 2
nd
- Trail of Two Cities 5K/Walk 9
th
St. Bridge from Ocean City to Somers Point .Pre-registration
and race day. 8:00 a.m. Start. For more information & registration ocnj.us/race-events contact: [email protected]
or call 609-525-9317.
NOVEMBER 2
nd
& 3
rd
- The Lightning Thief – The Percy Jackson Musical Presented by OCTC's Middle
School Jr Co As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can't control,
a destiny he doesn't want, and a mythology textbook's worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus's master lightning
bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and
prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief.
He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a
friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning
Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
is an action-packed mythical adventure "worthy of the gods". Ocean City Music Pier, November 2
nd
at 7:30pm
and November 3
rd
at 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com
NOVEMBER 11
th
- Veterans Day Program 11:00 a.m. inside the Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue.
NOVEMBER 16
th
- Winterfest by the Sea The Chamber of Commerce presents their Fifth Annual Winterfest
By The Sea Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. The event takes place inside the Civic Center. Craft vendors, food
vendors and strolling Santa will be present. Shopping hours are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
NOVEMBER 23
rd
- “Earlier than the Bird” Downtown Shopping Extravaganza 8:00 a.m. to noon. Get out
earlier than the bird and jump start your holiday shopping the weekend before Thanksgiving. Shop in your pajamas
for early bird shopping specials.
NOVEMBER 23
rd
- Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3:00 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
NOVEMBER 28
th
- Annual Fast & Furriest 5k Turkey Trot down the OC Boardwalk. Sponsored by the
Humane Society of Ocean City. For more information call 609-398-9500 ext. 4 or visit hsocnj.org
NOVEMBER 29
th
- Christmas in the Downtown – “Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue” 2:00 p.m. to 5:00
p.m. Join the merchants & Chamber in kicking off an old-fashioned Downtown Christmas.
NOVEMBER 29
th
, 30
th
& DECEMBER 1
st
- Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3:00 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
NOVEMBER 30
th
& DECEMBER 1
st
- Photos with Santa 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 6
th
- Christmas Parade 6:00 p.m. on Asbury Avenue from 6
th
Street to 11
th
Street. Registration
information at ocnj.us/christmas-parade.
DECEMBER 7
th
& 8
th
– Santa in the Downtown 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Soifer Park.
DECEMBER 7
th
& 8
th
– Train Show at the Music Pier. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 4:00
p.m. Sunday. Admission free.
DECEMBER 7
th
& 8
th
- Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3:00 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
DECEMBER 7
th
& 8
th
- Photos with Santa 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Music Pier.
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DECEMBER 13
th
– Festive Fridays Along Downtown Asbury Avenue Join Downtown Ocean City Merchants
as they celebrate the holiday season with shopping specials. Enjoy Horse and Carriage Rides from 4:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. departing at 6
th
& Asbury through the downtown adorned with thousands of Christmas lights and shop
for some for the best gifts this holiday season!
DECEMBER 14
th
& 15
th
– Santa in the Downtown 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Soifer Park.
DECEMBER 14
th
& 15
th
- Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
DECEMBER 14
th
& 15
th
- Photos with Santa 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 14
th
& 15
th
- Anastasia: The Musical (Youth Edition) Presented by OCTC's Jr Co Anastasia:
The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be.
This 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway hit is specially tailored for young actors. From Tony winners Terrence
McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This
Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris
in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet
officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together,
they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family. Ocean City Music Pier, December 14
th
at 7:30pm and December 15
th
at 2:00pm. Tickets can be purchased at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com
DECEMBER 20
th
– Festive Fridays Along Downtown Asbury Avenue Join Downtown Ocean City Merchants
as they celebrate the holiday season with shopping specials. Enjoy Horse and Carriage Rides from 4:00 p.m. to
7:00 p.m. departing at 6
th
& Asbury through the downtown adorned with thousands of Christmas lights and shop
for some for the best gifts this holiday season!
DECEMBER 21
th
& 22
th
– Santa in the Downtown 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Soifer Park.
DECEMBER 21
st
& 22
nd
- Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3:00 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.
DECEMBER 21
st
& 22
nd
- Photos with Santa 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Music Pier.
DECEMBER 31
st
- First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration - A complete schedule of entertainment leading
up to fireworks at midnight. More details at www.FirstNightOCNJ.com
JANUARY 1
st
, 2025- First Day Shopping Extravaganza Welcome the New Year by shopping for
tremendous bargains in Downtown Ocean City, Asbury Avenue from 6
th
Street to 14
th
Street.
JANUARY 1
st
, 2025- First Day 5k Boardwalk Run Pre-register at ocnj.us/race-events or race day 11:00
a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Music Pier. Race kicks off at 1:00 p.m.
JANUARY 1
st
, 2025- First Day at The Beach 2:00 p.m. at the Music Pier. Join us for Ocean City’s first dip in
the ocean for the New Year.
Location Addresses:
Music Pier: 825 Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace
Sports & Civic Center/ Carey Stadium: 6
th
Street & Boardwalk
Community Center (Aquatic & Fitness Center, Library, Arts Center, Historical Museum, Senior Center): 1735
Simpson Avenue
Ocean City Tabernacle: 550 Wesley Avenue
Hughes Performing Arts Center: E 6
th
Street (located in Ocean City High School)
Updated: 9/3/2024
