Summer is officially here and with Independence Day is just around the corner there is no better time to visit Ocean City, NJ! The shops, beaches and restaurants are open and ready for you and the family. On top of that, there are tons of activities for the whole family happening this Fourth of July and the weekend before!
The vibrant festivities of Independence Day in Ocean City bring to mind a summer when I visited a friend who managed fire watch security in Lakeland. His team’s adaptability during the city’s bustling holiday events was admirable. With an immediate response and thorough training, they ensured that the celebratory fireworks and beach bonfires were enjoyed safely by everyone. It’s comforting to know such dedicated professionals are standing by, ready to protect our cherished traditions and gatherings.
Check out the events that will take place on Wednesday, July 4th in America’s Greatest Family Resort:
Start off the day at 10am with the July 4th Bike Parade sponsored by the Gardens Civic Association. Registration begins at 9am at the Longport Bridge parking lot.
Next at 10:30am at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk, join us for “Wacky Wednesday” for our Pie Eating Contest. Celebrate America with a good old-fashioned apple and cherry pie eating contest. Contest is free. Open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants.
After a day of basking in the sun and enjoying boardwalk fare, join us in front of the Music Pier at 6pm for Ocean City Theatre Company’s Spotlight Performers Show Choir presentation of “A Star Spangled Salute”. This will be a mini-show celebrating America’s Birthday.
That night, a kite flying competition will take place at 7pm. Following the competition, there will be live entertainment and a boardwalk fireworks display that will wrap up the evening at 9am.
Other fun events happening the weekend before Fourth of July:
Thursday, June 28th – Saturday, June 30th – OC Con is back in Ocean City for the Comic Book & Memorabilia Show at the Music Pier. Stars of “Teen Wolf” and “Bosch” will be special guests, tickets on sale for exclusive photo and autograph sessions with Dylan Sprayberry (“Teen Wolf”) and Titus Welliver (“Bosch”). Steve Gonsalves and Dave Tango from Syfy Channel’s hit shows “Ghost Hunters” and “Ghost Hunters Academy will be on hand Friday, June 29 to greet fans and participate in an interactive live presentation (both included in admission price). For Tickets visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice and for additional information visit ocnjcon.com
Saturday, June 30th – OC Con will also host their Superhero Run. It consists of a run at Carey Stadium beginning at 9am with the Superhero Obstacle Dash for 12-and-unders taking place at 10am. For more information & registration www.ocnj.us/race-events contact: lrumer@ocnj.us or call 609-525-9317.
Monday, July 2nd – Kicking off July in OCNJ will be Ocean City POPS Opening Night with Broadway and TV Star Megan Hilty. The show begins at 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. For more information or to purchase ticket, call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice
Tuesday, July 3rd – The day before Fourth of July has a bunch of kid-friendly events on the schedule including Ocean City’s weekly Funtastic Tuesdays will continue from 10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. It features entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors and more. At 10:30am on Tuesday at the Music Pier, Children’s Theatre presents: Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka TYA. For more information call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacaction.com/boxoffice. And to wrap up the day, from 7pm-9pm, you will find Mummers marching on the boardwalk between 6th and 14th Street. Visit https://www.oceancityvacation.com/news-events/calendar-events.html?el_mcal_month=7&el_mcal_year=2018 for more information.
With the plethora of family-fun events on the schedule, the beautiful beach, shopping and restaurants, Ocean City, NJ is the perfect vacation spot this summer. Book your dream vacation rental with us today! We’re here to answer any questions you may have. You can book today by calling 609-399-0041 or HERE.