IN THIS ISSUE:

  • Sunfest 2025: See you at this year's Sunfest, Oct. 23-26, when one of the region's largest outdoor festivals marks its 50th anniversary.
  • Endless Summer Cruisin': Cruise into town Oct. 9-12 and enjoy a variety of car shows and vendors. Car enthusiasts, don't miss this event!
  • Country Calling Festival: Check out the amazing headliners at this year's event, happening Oct. 3-5. The festival will feature more than 25 artists.
  • 150 Days of Celebrations: Join the good times surrounding OCMD's 150th anniversary celebration happening all year long.
  • Rising Tides Festival: Grab tickets for this new, exciting music festival happening Nov. 22. Musical performances, interactive experiences and more!
  • Winterfest of Lights: Get into the holiday spirit at Winterfest, running Nov. 20-Dec. 31. This is a festive experience the whole family will appreciate it.
  • Ask Ivan: Count on Ivan, our virtual tour guide, for guidance about what to see and do in Ocean City Maryland. Ivan is ready to answer your questions.

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Festival

Oct. 23-26: Sunfest 2025


This year marks the 50th anniversary of OCMD's Sunfest! One of the region's largest outdoor festivals, the beloved annual festival delivers all kinds of family-friendly fun.


Sunfest 2025's entertainment lineup will feature more than 20 groups performing on two stages as well as over 200 artists and exhibitors, fall activities, tasty foods and much more!


The festival runs Oct. 23-25, 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., and Oct. 26, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.


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Festival

Oct. 9-12: Endless Summer Cruisin'


Cruise over to the 28th Annual Endless Summer Cruisin' Oct. 9-12 and enjoy a variety of car shows, vendors and more. Car enthusiasts won't want to miss this! The event will be held at both the Inlet Parking Lot and the Convention Center.


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Festival

Oct. 3-5: Country Calling Festival

Happening this weekend in OCMD and tickets are limited! Country Calling returns for its second year. The three-day festival will feature more than 25 artists on three stages.


This year's headliners include:


Carrie Underwood

Luke Bryan

Luke Combs

Brooks & Dunn


Country Calling will take place at the Ocean City Inlet.


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Ongoing Events

Through 2025: 150 Days of Celebrations


Ocean City Maryland is celebrating its 150th anniversary! Join in on an array of anniversary-related activities throughout the year.


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Nov. 22: Rising Tides Festival


Presented by Ocean City Tourism, Rising Tides Festival is a new music festival coming up on Nov. 22. The festival will feature the Forever Young Tour and '70s Soul Jam. Experience exciting performances by an array of musical artists including The Spinners, Vanilla Ice, Rob Base, O-Town and more. The Rising Tides Festival will run 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center.


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Festival

Nov. 20-Dec. 31: Winterfest of Lights


Get into the holiday spirit with the Winterfest of Lights. This year Winterfest celebrates 33 years. Come enjoy an enchanting walk-through experience at Northside Park, located at 200 125th Street in Ocean City, Maryland. Winterfest will be held Nov. 20-Dec. 31, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Open Wednesday through Sunday Nov. 20-Dec. 21 and daily Dec. 22-31.


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Introducing Ivan, Your Local Tour Guide


Ivan is our virtual guide who is ready and available anytime to answer any questions you have about visiting Ocean City Maryland. Ivan will assist you with information about things to see and do, as well as offer other helpful resources. Some sample inquires for Ivan might include upcoming festivals and where to listen to live music to favorite Ocean City traditions and all-you-can eat dining options. Ivan has all the insider information that will make planning your visit a breeze!


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