Will you be down in Ocean City next week (July 29th – August 4th)? If so, have some great news for you! This upcoming week is jam packed with fun activities for the entire family to enjoy! Currently not planning on being here? We think that that should change: from the surfing festival, contest, and exciting shows, this is a week you definitely don’t want to miss.
Make sure to share this article with family and friends so they don’t miss out on a great fun-filled week!
Monday July 29th
Beach Workout hosted by the Aquatic & Fitness Center
Stop on by to the 6th Street Beach to get a little exercise to start your week off right. Hosted by the Aquatic & Fitness Center, you can have a killer workout to whip yourself back into shape one session at a time!
Time: 8:00am-9:00am
JON ANDERSON of YES
Jon Anderson, the lead vocalist and creative force behind the band YES, will be performing with an all-star band at the Ocean City Music Pier!
Time: 7pm
Price: Tickets starting at $59
Produced by Bill Rogers’ BRE Presents & Bob Rose
Tuesday July 30th
Funtastic Tuesdays
Watch Asbury Avenue come to life as you’re greeted by musicians, face painters, balloon sculptures and even a man on stilts! Make sure to shop ‘til you drop with some great entertainment from 10am – 1pm on Asbury Ave.
Mummers Night
Head on down to the boardwalk in the evening to see amazing entertainment by the mummers! Watch them strut up and down the boardwalk from 7pm to 9pm in between 6th and 14th streets.
Beach Walks
Explore one of Ocean City’s less discovered treasures at the South End of the island at Corson’s Inlet State Park. Bring family and friends to indulge on this heavenly stroll.
Time: 9am
Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park)
Price: Tickets can be purchased on-site for: Adults $1.00 Children $.50
Fun Runs (Short & Kids Distances)
Get in a little sprint, jog, or a “fast” walk as some might call it at 6:00pm, Carey Field, 6th & Atlantic Ave. This event is open to all ages and what’s the best part? It’s FREE! Bring a friend and get in shape!
Children’s Theatre Series: How I Became A Pirate presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company
The whole family will love this musical! Bring friends and family to the Ocean City Music Pier and watch as a band of pirates lands at North Beach looking for an expert digger to join their group!
Time: 10:30 am
Price: $10 in advance and $12 the day off.
Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
Wednesday July 31st
Farmer’s Market
Shop LOCAL at the Tabernacle Grounds from 8am – 1pm at the farmer’s market! Buy incredible produce from fresh peaches to artisan cuisine. On your way out grab a cup of cold brew from the Drip ‘n’ Scoop stand. Crafters will be in between 5th and 6th streets on Asbury Avenue.
Beach Walks
Explore one of Ocean City’s less discovered treasures at the South End of the island at Corson’s Inlet State Park. Bring family and friends to indulge on this heavenly stroll.
Time: 9am
Location: 59th St. & Central Ave., (Entrance to Corsons Park)
Price: Tickets can be purchased on-site for: Adults $1.00 Children $.50.
Wacky Wednesday
Participants will receive a “mystery bag” filled with random objects! Your mission is to create a beautiful piece of art using everything in your bag! The contest is free to enter but it is only limited to 150 participants.This event is open to all ages.
Time: 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier
Event is subject to change!
Twins Contest
Do you have a twin?! Come on down to the Music Pier to potentially win a prize! Prizes for those who look the most and least alike. This contest is free to enter and registration begins at 5:30pm. The contest begins at 6:00pm. This event is open to all ages.
For more information call 609-399-6111.
Thursday August 1st
Ocean City Fishing Club Open House
Come on down to the Fishing Club, located at 14th & Boardwalk from 6:00pm- 8:00 pm for an open house! Visitors are asked to bring non-perishable food items or make a cash donation to benefit the Ocean City Food Cupboard.
At the first open house in July, they collected 82 pounds of food and $200 in cash for the Food Cupboard! Let’s break that record on Thursday!
Sand Sculpting Contest
The second sand sculpting contest is here! The contest begins at 9:00am at 6th Street Beach! Judging takes place by 11:00am. Registration is free for this event.
For more information call 609-399-6111.
19th Annual Art of Surfing (Thursday August 1st – Saturday August 3rd)
This event is FREE for the entire family! Located at the Ocean City Music Pier, the event features original artwork from surfing’s biggest names, live music and appearances by artists from all over the country!
Market Days
Watch Asbury Avenue come to life as you’re greeted by musicians, face painters, balloon sculptures and even a man on stilts! Make sure to shop ‘til you drop with some great entertainment from 10am – 1pm on Asbury Ave.
Family Nights
Step on down to the boardwalk from 7:30pm to 9:30pm on streets 6th-14th for some great entertainment and games that will be unforgettable memories that will be cherished for a lifetime! Some entertainment that you can see are singers, musicians and even yo-yo contests.
Historic Inn Tours
Each tour is different for you to get the maximum knowledge of this beautiful island of Ocean City, NJ. Join a guided tour as you go to four different historic sites on the island, ranging from the Flanders Hotel to even a sight-seeing tour of the historic district. Pick-up is at 7th & Central Ave.
Time: 2pm-4pm
Price: $14 per person
Fun Runs (Long distance)
Free and fun for all ages, come on down to Carey Field, located at 6th & Atlantic Avenue. For More information lrumer@ocnj.us
Friday August 2nd
57th Annual Boardwalk Art Show (Friday August 2nd – Sunday August 4th)
Artistically from all over the East Coast will be up and down the boardwalk exhibiting and selling their work! The artwork is exquisite and usually reasonably priced!
Hours: Fri. & Sat. 10am – 8pm, Sun. 10am – 6pm
Beach Workout Hosted by the Aquatic & Fitness Center
End your week in the right way with a little workout! Stop on by to the 6th Street Beach to get some exercise! Hosted by the Aquatic & Fitness Center, you can have a killer workout to whip yourself back into shape one session at a time!
Time: 8:00am-9:00am
19th Annual Art if Surfing (Thursday August 1st – Saturday August 3rd)
This event is FREE for the entire family! Located at the Ocean City Music Pier, the event features original artwork from surfing’s biggest names, live music and appearances by artists from all over the country!
Saturday August 3rd
57th Annual Boardwalk Art Show (Friday August 2nd – Sunday August 4th)
Artistically from all over the East Coast will be up and down the boardwalk exhibiting and selling their work! The artwork is exquisite and usually reasonably priced!
19th Annual Art if Surfing (Thursday August 1st – Saturday August 3rd)
This event is FREE for the entire family! Located at the Ocean City Music Pier, the event features original artwork from surfing’s biggest names, live music and appearances by artists from all over the country!
Sunday August 4th
JERSEY BOYS & GIRLS
This is certainly a concert that you won’t want to miss out on! Head on down to the Ocean City Music Pier to celebrate a night filled with honoring some of the greatest artists from Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Frankie Valli, Whitney Houston, Dionne Warwick, Lesley Gore, and so many more.
Time: 7:30pm
Price: Tickets $30/25.
Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or call 609 399-6111
57th Annual Boardwalk Art Show (Friday August 2nd – Sunday August 4th)
Artistically from all over the East Coast will be up and down the boardwalk exhibiting and selling their work! The artwork is exquisite and usually reasonably priced!
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