Ocean City NJ

Santa in the Downtown
2025-12-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-12-21 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Soifer Park, 901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Santa in the Downtown 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Soifer Park.

Horse & Carriage Rides
2025-12-20 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Asbury Ave, 901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Horse & Carriage Rides noon to 3 p.m., 6th & Asbury Ave.

Photos with Santa
2025-12-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Photos with Santa 1pm to 3 p.m. at the Music Pier.

First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration
2025-12-31 16:00 - 23:59 | NJ
First Night New Year’s Eve Celebration – A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. Headline entertainment this year will include a tribute to the music of the Journey and “Motor City: the Motown Revue.” The return of perennial favorites like outdoor ice-skating, a magic show, a mentalist, the Harlem Wizards, and a variety of other shows also highlight the entertainment lineup. Ocean City will reunite Elton John and Billy Joel at the Ocean City High School auditorium with separate tributes. A drone light show in the sky over Carey Stadium synced to music is scheduled. As always, the festivities will end with a fireworks display to ring in the new year at midnight. First Night’s 2026 sponsors include the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Cape May County Division of Culture and Heritage, McMahon Insurance Agency, Ocean City Free Public Library, Pete Madden of Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty, Uncle Bill’s Pancake House and Atlantic City Electric. To purchase buttons and learn more visit www.FirstNightOCNJ.com

First Day Shopping Extravaganza
2026-01-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Asbury Ave, 901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
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
2026-01-01 11:00 - 12:30 | NJ
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
2026-01-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
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.

MLK National Day of Service
2026-01-19 09:00 - 12:00 | NJ
MLK National Day of Service Volunteers are invited to join others nationwide to honor Dr. King’s contributions. In Ocean City, citizens are asked to participate in a citywide cleanup from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Sign-up and supply distribution will take place at the Henry Knight Building, 115 E. 12th Street.

Martin Luther King Jr Ceremony and Soul Food Lunch
2026-01-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Ocean City Tabernacle, 6th & Asbury Ave., Ocean City, NJ
Martin Luther King Jr Ceremony and Soul Food Lunch Noon at the Ocean City Tabernacle. 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.

7th Annual Ocean City Nature & The Environment Family Fun Day
2026-02-14 09:30 - 12:00 | NJ
7th Annual Ocean City Nature & The Environment Family Fun Day The Ocean City Environmental Commission will be hosting their annual event from 9:30 a.m. to Noon in the Ocean City High School Cafeteria. The event features a wide range of nature and environmentally focused hands-on, interactive, fun and educational experiences for both children and adults. This year everyone will have a chance to meet and greet the three famous Ocean City Raptors (an Owl, Falcon, Hawk) who patrol the skies during the summer to keep seagulls at bay.

OCTC Presents Love Is In The Air: Broadway Love Songs Cabaret
2026-02-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
OCTC Presents Love Is In The Air: Broadway Love Songs Cabaret As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air! Love can be expressed in many ways, but one of the best is through song. Celebrate love with some of the most enchanting and unforgettable songs to ever grace the Broadway stage. Bring that special someone, your family, a friend, or let Broadway be your Valentine this year! Select performers from the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s Professional Broadway Series and student programming return to the stage in a casual, entertaining, and intimate cabaret of favorites from the Great White Way. The love of Broadway will fill the historic Ocean City Music Pier at 2:00 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company. Advanced reservations are strongly suggested. To reserve your tickets or to learn more, visit oceancitytheatrecompany.com.

Market Madness
2026-03-14 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-15 10:00 - 15:00 | Sports & Civic Center, 6th & Boardwalk, 804 E. 6th Street, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
The concept is simple…all of Ocean City’s favorite stores under ONE roof offering amazing shopping specials! 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday at the Civic Center.

Chamber of Commerce Annual Job Fair
2026-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Chamber of Commerce Annual Job Fair Come out to the Music Pier from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. and meet local and regional businesses to hear about exciting seasonal and summer job opportunities for individuals of all ages. Call 609-399-1412 for more information.

Meet & Greet with The Easter Bunny
2026-03-28 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-29 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Soifer Park, 901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Meet & Greet with The Easter Bunny Hop on over to Soifer Park in Downtown Ocean City for a fun-filled meet-and-greet with the Easter Bunny in our lifeguard boat, located at the corner of 9th Street & Asbury Avenue. Bring your family and friends to capture the perfect Easter moment! 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

The Great Egg Hunt
2026-03-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Ocean City Boardwalk, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
The Great Egg Hunt 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 29th.

The Great Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Ocean City Boardwalk, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
The Great Egg Hunt 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: April 5th.

Easter Sunrise Service
2026-04-05 06:30 - 07:30 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Easter Sunrise Service A traditional non-denominational service by the sea. All are welcome. 6:30 a.m. at the Music Pier.

Dueling Pianos Show
2026-04-05 12:00 - 14:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Dueling Pianos Show 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.

Girls Weekend
2026-04-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Asbury Avenue, 901 Asbury Avenue, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Girls Weekend It’s time to put yourself first! Girls Weekend Downtown on Asbury Avenue between 6th and 14th Street. Fashion show Kick-Off Event on Friday evening, shopping and dining specials all weekend, accommodation packages, wellness classes, and so much more! Call 609-399-1412 for more information!

Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:30 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep Volunteers are sought for the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, April 11. Register at cleanoceanaction.org and check in at the Ocean City Music Pier before the event. Bring your own bucket and gloves.

OC CON Super Hero Run- 1 Mile & Kids Super Hero Obstacle Dash
2026-04-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
OC CON Super Hero Run- 1 Mile & Kids Super Hero Obstacle Dash – Pre-registration & Race Day Registration. 9:00 a.m. Start on the boardwalk in front of the Music Pier. For more information & registration ocnj.us/race-events contact: lrumer@ocnj.us

OC Con Comic Book & Memorabilia Show
2026-04-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226, United States
OC Con Comic Book & Memorabilia Show Save the Date! Join us for a fun filled weekend at the Music Pier. More details to follow at ocnjcon.com.
