Ocean City Stories

El Galeon Sails to Ocean City

The 170-foot, 495-ton replica of the 17th century Spanish El Galeon, also known in town as “The Tall Ship” not only visited Ocean City this year, but extended its stay by three extra days due to inclement weather conditions. Completed in 2010, the ship has traveled to four different cont...

100 Nights of Lights

When the sun went down, the lights came on! From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the south end of the boardwalk featured a light show every single night! The display occurred approximately every 20 minutes, between 9:00 and 11:00p.m. featuring 12 spotlights, each with 4,000-watt bulbs in six different di...

Cheers to a New Year

The New Year is fast approaching and we couldn’t be more excited here at exploreOC! It’s the time where we reflect back on 2017 to evaluate both our setbacks and achievements. The New Year, for many people, brings a host of different opportunities to take advantage of.  It also evok...

Brian's Christmas Songbook Concert

In the state of Maryland alone, 40 people die each week due to drug overdoses. To bring awareness to this growing problem, Tony Christ created a non-profit organization called Brian’s Song in honor of his son who passed away from a heroin overdose in December 2004 at the young age of 22. Br...

Tourism At It's Finest

2017 was filled with Maryland Tourism Coalition (MTC) local winners! The Visionary Impact Award was presented to the Greater Ocean City, Maryland Chamber of Commerce, Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association and Wor-Wic Community College for Ocean City’s hospitality Boot Camp and Hospi...

Travel to Jolly Roger Splash Mountain

Travel Channel picked five iconic amusement parking in the United States with “enticing aquatic attractions” and our own Jolly Roger Splash Mountain was number four! They wrote, “This famous Ocean City, Maryland attraction first opened in 1964 as the Arnold Palmer Putting Course an...

FOMO Is Real (Fear Of Missing Out)

In mid October, Expedia released a list of the top 14 cities that give you the worst case of FOMO (fear of missing out).  Ocean City made it onto the list, alongside some of the most beloved cities in the United States, and we agree! As the article states, “Ocean City in the summertime...

Celebrating Anniversaries And Breaking Records

  During the 44th Annual White Marlin Open, participant Glen Frost aboard the Wire Nut caught the third largest white marlin ever in the history of the event. Not to mention, it was his first one ever! The fish weighed in at 95.5lbs, awarding Frost over $1.65 million. Austin Ensor and his...

New Hotels In Ocean City

Hotel Monte Carlo Oceanfront and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Ocean City emerged as new places to stay in town this year! Hotel Monte Carlo is Ocean City’s newest oceanfront hotel, located on 11th St. on the boardwalk. Reopening February 9th for the 2018 season, they are currently of...

Penne For Your Thoughts - Italian Restaurants in OCMD

If tacos every Tuesday are getting old, why not spice up your week with some Italian? With dishes ranging from spaghetti, to alfredo, to ziti you can’t help but eat until you're stuffed. It’s the heavier comfort food that we gravitate to during the winter time and now resta...

Reasons to Spend Holidays in OC

Not every day can be sunny and 75, but don’t let that stop you from getting the most out of what the beautiful town of Ocean City has to offer during the holiday season. With your families and closest friends, spend this time of thankfulness and cheer exploring light shows, enjoying an all-you...

Gobble 'till You Wobble Thanksgiving Day Feasts

When you live on the shore, there is a lot to be thankful for. Especially in Ocean City, where hundreds of restaurants are providing awesome deals serving up delicious holiday meals! Sometimes it is nice to switch up the tradition, sit back, and let someone else cook while you take in all the family...

Scrumptious Seasonal Treats in Ocean City, MD!

We have officially reached the autumn season since the weather has started to finally cool down a bit! As upsetting as that might be to some, it’s time to start getting excited about holiday and seasonal treats! With Thanksgiving and Christmas right around the corner, it is time to start enjoy...

Fall Restaurant Week Returns to Ocean City, Maryland

Ocean City will be hosting the Fall Restaurant Week Sunday, Nov. 5 through Sunday, Nov. 19, a culinary experience you will not want to miss! Along with their regular menus, participating restaurants will offer special menus at fixed prices ranging from $10 to $40. No passes, coupons or tickets are r...

Paranormal Investigation at Ripley's Believe It Or Not!

Paranormal Ocean City Ghost hunters are coming to town on two separate occasions this October to show Ocean City in a different light (or dark) and frankly we couldn’t be more, well …thrilled! Both the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! are delving in...

Bringing Color to the Shore

Jamie and Alexandra Jacobs, owners of T.C. Studios are the first to open a year-round painting workspace in Ocean City, Maryland. Their vision began in Baltimore, Maryland when they were asked by their church and friends to host paint night fundraisers on behalf of the community which quickly tur...

Fantastic Fall Events at Fager's

Summer has come to an end and most vacationers have returned home. The town is quieter and less crowded, however, that does not mean that all of the fun is over! Looking for some entertaining events to participate in this fall and keep busy? Fager’s has plenty of fun and exciting events coming...

Fall Fashion Trends in Ocean City, MD

We can all agree that the 2017 summer season was one of the best yet! Some of us are a little bitter that summer is coming to an end, but that doesn’t stop us from getting excited about the autumn season! There are plenty of great things about fall: tree leaves changing colors, crisp morning a...

Explore Fall Events in Ocean City

There is so much to love about Ocean City in the fall. Sunrises and sunsets are more vibrant as the humidity decreases (not to mention being able to sleep in a bit with the sun rising after 7am).  Walks along the shoreline are quiet and tranquil. Then there are great events to attend!  Her...

Best Sports Bars in Ocean City, MD

We're excited about the changing seasons as we transition from Summer to Fall here in Ocean City, MD.  Not only does Fall mean cooler temperatures and beautiful scenery, but it also means football season is here!  Whether you prefer college or professional football (or both!), we'v...

10 Popular Happy Hours in Ocean City

Nothing makes us happier than soaking up the sun at the beach, and making the most of a relaxing vacation--except happy hour prices and deals at local restaurants! From low-priced tacos and seafood to two-for-one drinks and everything in between, Ocean City has it all! We’ve highlighted a few...

Newest Restaurants In Ocean City, MD

New dining options and restaurant locations continue popping up throughout town. We want to make sure you’ve heard about all of them, and get a chance to check them out before the season comes to an end! From seafood to Barbeque to Italian, we’ve highlighted Ocean City’s newest est...

5 Reasons to Visit Ocean City in September

If you’re under the assumption that the majority of the fun in Ocean City occurs in June, July and August, than you’ve clearly never spent time in Ocean City during the month of September! Locals will tell you that it’s their favorite month in the resort town…and for good re...

Nightlife In Ocean City, Maryland

Adding up your hotel rates, dinner and drinks on the water, ice cream on the boardwalk, and all the other expenses of your family vacation can be a little overwhelming. Luckily, Ocean City has lots of free night-time activities enjoyable for the whole gang without having to break the bank! 100 Ni...

Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Ocean City

Schools are out and summer is finally here! While you’re enjoying your family vacation here in Ocean City, take your kids somewhere they can wade in the bay or explore a play area after their meal while the adults sit back and relax. We’ve narrowed down a few of the best family-friendly...