Downtown Ocean City has everything Downtown Ocean City ready to greet season with busy May event calendar When does “The Season” start in Ocean City? Different people will tell you different things. With the ever-expanding event schedule growing the shoulder seasons, it’s a bit of a moving target. For some people it’s St Patrick’s day, and based on the turnout for the 2024 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Ocean City, those people may have a strong argument. Others will tell you it is based on water temperature or when certain school districts let out for the summer. Maybe it isn’t a specific date or event, but the
first bite of caramel corn of the year or first drink enjoyed outside on the dock of your favorite bayside restaurant. In Downtown Ocean City, we think “The Season” kicks off in May with Springfest … and we are ready. May is when the event calendar in Downtown Ocean City starts to fill out. First we welcome Springfest (May 2nd through May 5th) to the inlet parking lot. Now in its 33rd year, this stable event features craft vendors, food and drink, and an extensive music lineup. Highlights this year include Everclear and Lauren Alaina. Admission is free, but some music acts are ticketed, so make sure to get
your tickets today. Following Springfest is Ocean City Jeep Week (May 9th through May 12th), celebrating its 15th year. Jeep enthusiasts will flock to town to try their lifted rigs on the sand obstacle course, shop Jeepcentric vendors, and crawl down the beach. If you find yourself in conversation with one of these Jeep drivers, ask them how many rubber duckies they have. After Jeep Week is another long-standing auto event, Cruisin’ Ocean City (May 16 through May 19th), which is also celebrating its 33rd year. While there are events, entertainment, and vendors at the Continued on page 6
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