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Lynn Bartlett an Ocean City Realtor

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It’s SUMMERTIME 2013 and the livin’ is easy in Ocean City Maryland!


Sunny, warm weather brings out the very best of the beach – resort activities here in Ocean City Maryland! No matter, participant or viewer – there is something for everyone all summer long!

JUNE 2013

OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW – June 8th & 9th, 2013 Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay. One of the East Coast’s largest automotive and culture events comes to Ocean City with the most amazing vehicles that grace the pages of your favorite automotive magazines. From tuners to exotics, from trick trucks to slammed SUV’s, from crazy classics to super bikes, the OC Car Show has something for everyone. Combine that with top name companies with interactive displays, vendors with everything for your ride and Ocean City’s biggest name performances live on the OC Car Show Stage, the event is great entertainment. For updates on artists and special guest appearances, visit www.occarshow.com.  Tickets sold at the door.  Admission.

Hours:
Sat., 10 am – 10 pm
Sun., 10 am – 6 pm

For more information, contact Brian Stoehr at 302-436-0183 or occarshow02@aol.com, or visit www.occarshow.com.

OCEAN CITY AIR SHOW– June 8th & 9th, 2013 – 12 noon – 4pm.  Oceanside & Boardwalk.

The Ocean City Air Show has been named a Top 100 Event in the country by American Bus Association for 2011!

Visit www.ocairshow.com to purchase tickets online.
Celebrating its 6th year, the Ocean City Air Show is back!  Performers will be announced when available.  The show will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk, creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort’s beaches and attractions.  Spectators can see the show free of charge, however, VIP seating is available for those who want to be front and center.  Saturday and Sunday 12-4 p.m. Show Center: 16th Street & Boardwalk.  www.ocairshow.com.

The 2013 OC Air Show will feature many of the nations top civilian performers including  jet demos, civilian aerobatic performers, and formation flight teams.

For a line-up of performers and schedule of events and where to stay, please visit www.ocairshow.com.

OCEAN CITY SHARK TOURNAMENTJune 12th – 16th, 2013.  Ocean City’s largest shark fishing tournament. Bring the kids and watch the fish weigh-ins at the Ocean City Fishing Center located at the west side of Route 50 bridge. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. For more information visit www.ocsharktournament.com.3

ARTS ON THE DOCK - June 13th – August 29th, 2013. Local artists showcasing their work on the docks of the Ocean City Fishing Center Marina every Thursday evening  June 14 – August 23 from  4 – 7 p.m. Jennifer Blunt 410-213-1121, www.ocfishing.com

ARTS ALIVE 2013– June 15th – 16th, 2013.  Northside Park, 125th St. Art’s Alive celebrates 13 years as Ocean City’s biggest and best fine art show. What could be better than fine art at the beach? How about fine art for sale around a beautiful lagoon in a picturesque park with expansive bay views. Visit 100 artists as they sell their works, lunch at the Artists’ Café and enjoy live music while your children enjoy free art activities. Art’s Alive is the art show that has something for everyone.

Don’t forget to take a little bit of Art’s Alive and Ocean City home with you. Stop by the Art’s Alive Official Event Merchandise Tent located in the Information Booth. Merchandise includes T-shirts, jackets, baseball hats, pins and more.

Art’s Alive will take place outdoors rain or shine. Bring the whole family and create an “artsy” Ocean City memory at Art’s Alive 2012. For more information on Art’s Alive, please call the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.

Saturday, June 15 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.     Sunday, June 16 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

FIREMEN’S PARADE – June 19th, 2013.  Baltimore Avenue from 15th to 32nd Streets.  Annual parade at 1:00 pm.  Baltimore Ave. from 15th St. to 32nd St.  Equipment, bands, and floats (approx. 3 hours).  For more information, visit www.msfa.org.

DEW TOUR – June 20th – 23rd, 2013.  Beach at the Inlet.  OCEAN CITY IS EXCITED TO WELCOME THE DEW TOUR AGAIN IN 2013!
For all the latest information, including a schedule of events, athlete bios, and photos of your favorite Dew Tour stars, go to dewtouroc.com.

WINE IN THE PARK – June 28th – 29th, 2013.  Northside Park, 125th Street (Bayside).  WINE TASTING IN THE PARK – Featuring wineries from the Mid-Atlantic, micro-brewed Beers, fine cuisine, quality arts & crafts, and live music.  Spread your blanket out in front of the “Stage on the Bay.”  Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.  General Admission $22.00 (with proper identification), includes a wine glass and wine samples. Under 21 must be accompanied by parent.  Under 7 yrs free with adult.  Groups of 10 or more discounted at gate.  Ask about our “Designated Driver” program.  For more information, please visit www.winefest.com or call 410-280-3306.

 

JULY 2012

CELEBRATE JULY 4TH DOWNTOWN – Thursday, July 4th, 2013.  Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 127th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.

SUNSET PARTY NIGHTS - July 11th – August 29th, 2013.  Sunset Park at South Division Street Bayside.  Thursday nights in July & August.  Thursday nights in July and August. Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City! Sunset Park is located along South Division Street & the Bay.  Event begins at 7 p.m. and runs to approx. 9:00 p.m. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase.  Event held July 11th, 18th and 25th – August 1st, 8th, 15th 22nd and 29th. – It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating.  Website: http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/special events.html

SUNDAES IN THE PARK - July 14th – August 25th, 2013. Northside Park at 127th St. & the Bay for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 127th Street and the Bay, for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment.  Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered Sunday evenings in July and August from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.  For a small fee, enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay.  The grand finale to each Sundaes in the Park event will be Fireworks at 9 p.m.!

SUNDAES IN THE PARK ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE – RAIN OR SHINE

July 14
Key West Band (Jimmy Buffett Tribute)
Mike Rose (Magic Show)

July 21
The Groove Train (Disco)
Lollipop the Clown (Fun & Games)

July 28
The Reagan Years (80′s Music)
Cascading Carlos (A Juggling Workshop)

August 4
The Janitors (Classic Rock/Funk/Pop)
Mike Rose (Magic Show)

August 11
Front Page News (Classic Rock)
Maryland DNR (Scales & Tales)

August 18
Jesse Garron (Tribute to Elvis)
Cascading Carlos (A Juggling Workshop)

August 25
Captain Quint (Tropical Rock & Roll)
Maryland DNR (Scales & Tales)

All entertainment is subject to change without notice.

For more information, call 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)

26th ANNUAL OC TUNA TOURNAMENT– July 12th- 14th, 2013 -  OC Fishing Center, off Rt. 50 in West OC.  East Coast largest Tuna Tournament.
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins Fri., Sat. & Sun. 4 p.m. -7:30 p.m.  Jennifer Blunt, ocfc@ocfishing.com

GREEK FESTIVAL – July 12th – 14th, 2013. Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of a trip to Greece right here at the beautiful Ocean City Convention Center, where everyone is welcome to be Greek for the week!  Traditional Greek Fare available.  Enjoy shopping at any of the vendors, featuring original & reproduction art, jewelry, clothing and more.  Live entertainment.  For more information call St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church at 410-524-0990 or visit www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org.

Festival Hours:  Friday and Saturday 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Admission:
Friday – Free from 12:00-5:00 p.m., $3.00 after 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday – $2.00 from 12:00-5:00 p.m., $3.00 after 5 p.m.
Children under age 14 are free with an adult.

There’s much more to come for the summer of 2012…stop back soon!

 







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