Ocean City, New Jersey - Ocean City Events

May 24 - Unlocking of the Ocean & Business Persons Plunge

Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge - Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season. 12noon, Moorlyn Terrace St. Beach. For more information call 609-525-9300.

May 26 - Barks on the Boards

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Barks on the Boards– Sponsored by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Registration 11:30am at 6th St practice field (next to Civic Center) Noon Walk, 1 pm Contest at practice field. For more information call 609-398-9500 or visit www.hsocnj.org

May 27 - Memorial Day Services

Mon, 27 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Memorial Day Service – 11am at Veterans Memorial Park, 5^th & Wesley Ave. For more information call 609-525-9300.

May 31 - Ocean City Flower Show

Fri, 31 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Ocean City Flower Show – See beautiful commercial and amateur displays at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Show times are Friday 2pm - 9pm, Saturday 10am - 9pm and Sunday, 10am - 4 pm. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Jun 6 - Wonder's Birthday Bash at Gillian's Wonderland Pier

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Wonder’s Birthday Bash at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier – 6^th St. and the Boardwalk - Celebrate Wonder Bear’s Birthday from 6pm-10:30pm. All rides will be only 1 Ticket and at 9pm see a birthday bash fireworks show! Rides open at 6pm and Wonder Bear will be available all night for photos. Celebrating 84 years on the Ocean City Boardwalk.

Jun 12 - Miss New Jersey Parade

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Miss New JerseyPageant– Boardwalk Parade (June 12^th), Tickets are now available from Mary Lou Cake: (856) 424-3564 or Email: bri1104cake@aol.com. Tickets are $35 for each preliminary night only, $50 for the final only on Saturday, $110 for all three nights. Show time is 7 p.m. each night. An estimated $35,000 in scholarships will be awarded.

Jun 14 - NJJA Jeep Invasion

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

NJJA Jeep Invasion- Come join the New Jersey Jeep Association (NJJA) on Father's Day weekend 2013. This is the first year for the Ocean City, New Jersey NJJA Jeep Invasion, come on down and check it out, you are sure to find some nice custom Jeeps, awesome trail rigs, and some really cool vendors. So make your reservations now for the FIRST ANNUAL OCEAN CITY, NEW JERSEY NJJA JEEP INVASION. For a complete schedule and show information visit http://ocnjjeepinvasion.eventbrite.com/#

Jun 16 - Johnsons Popcorn Fathers Day Family Fun Fest

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

–Johnsons Popcorn Fathers Day Family Fun Fest - Magicians, Face Painting, Trackless Train & Pony rides at 11^thSt. 1pm – 3pm. Look alike contest – 2pm followed by pie eating contest in front of Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and boardwalk. For more information call 609-399-2629.

Jun 24 - July Jubilee

Mon, 24 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

July Jubilee– A fun filled week of contests leading up to July 4^thcomplete with taffy sculpting, treasure hunts and more. 11amat the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.
For more information call 609-525-9300.

Jul 3 - Sand Sculpting Contest

Wed, 03 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sand Sculpting Contest– 9am at the 6^thSt. Beach – the first one of the season.
For more information call 609-525-9300.

Jul 3 - Sounds of Hollywood

Wed, 03 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

– ‘Sounds of Hollywood’ presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company – Relive memories from some of cinema’s most iconic musical moments during this high-energy, song and dance revue. 7:30pm Moorlyn Family Theatre located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. $15.00 General Admission, $12.00 Seniors & Kids under 12. For tickets and information visit: www.moorlynfamilytheatre.org

Jul 4 - Fourth of July Celebration

Thu, 04 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Fourth of July Celebration – Kite flying competition at 5pm followed by entertainment. A spectacular fireworks display off 9^th Street beach tops off the evening. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Jul 7 - Singing In The Rain

Sun, 07 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Singing In The Rain’ presented by presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company and Ocean City POPS - 1920's Hollywood is the setting for this zany, light-hearted romantic comedy about the early days of sound film, when many a movie studio found itself scrambling to salvage the career of its chipmunk-voiced silent picture star. Shows on the 7^th, 9^th and 10^th at 7:30pm with a 2:00pm show on the 10^th at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. $25.00 Orchestra, $20.00 Solarium For tickets and information: (609)525-9248 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Jul 8 - Dave Mason

Mon, 08 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Dave Mason, 7:30pm at the Music Pier Dave Mason, singer-songwriter and guitarist, first found fame in the 60’s with the rock band Traffic. In his long career, Mason has played and recorded with many notable pop and rock musicians, including Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, and Fleetwood Mac. Mason's best known song is "Feelin' Alright", recorded by Traffic in 1968 and later by many other performers, including Joe Cocker, who had a major hit with the song in 1969. In 2004, Mason was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Tickets on sale through TicketMaster 1-800-745-3000 or at www.ticketmaster.com.

Jul 11 - Freckle Contest

Thu, 11 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

– Freckle Contest– 6:30pm at the Music Pier. Registration begins 6pm in front of the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Jul 15 - Jars of Clay

Mon, 15 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

15^th- Jars of Clay, 7:30pm at the Music Pier. Jars of Clay is a Christian rock band from Nashville, Tennessee that was formed in the 1970’s when they met at Greenville College in Greenville, Illinois. Jars of Clay consists of Dan Haseltine on vocals, Charlie Lowell on piano and keyboards, Stephen Mason on lead guitars and Matthew Odmark on rhythm guitars. Jars of Clay's style is a blend of alternative rock, folk, acoustic, and R&B. Jars of Clay earned a Grammy award for "Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album" in 1997 with the release of “Much Afraid”. Tickets on sale through TicketMaster 1-800-745-3000 or at www.ticketmaster.com.

Jul 20 - Night in Venice Celebration

Sat, 20 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Night in Venice– The City’s annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Ave. along the bay. This year's optional theme is "The Good Old Summertime". For more information call 609-525-9300

Jul 22 - Dorothy Meets Alice

Mon, 22 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

“Dorothy Meets Alice’ presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company. This fun-filled romp follows Alice and Dorothy and their famous friends like Scarecrow, Mad Hatter, Lion and more as they try to unscramble their stories with the help of a contemporary young lad who started the whole thing to begin with when he put off a book report until the very last minute. Alice is trapped in OZ and Dorothy is trapped in Wonderland creating “The Wizard of Wonderland” at 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. . All tickets $10.00 For tickets and information: (609)525-9248 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Jul 22 - Hot Tuna

Mon, 22 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

22^nd-Hot Tuna, 7:30pm at the Music Pier. An American blues-rock band, Hot Tuna was formed by bassist Jack Casady and guitarist Jorma Kaukonen as a spin-off of Jefferson Airplane. Hot Tuna plays acoustic and electric versions of original and traditional blues songs. Hot Tuna began during a hiatus in Jefferson Airplane's touring schedule in early 1969. Hot Tuna’s most recent album “Steady as She Goes” was released in April of 2011. Tickets on sale through TicketMaster 1-800-745-3000 or at www.ticketmaster.com.

Jul 29 - Rapunzel

Mon, 29 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Rapunzel’ presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company.- This witty, tongue-in-cheek retelling of a perennial favorite gives us a possessive mother who happens to be a witch, a tentative young man who happens to be a prince and a strong-willed but naïve young girl with the longest hair you're ever likely to come across – not to mention a contemporary moral about parent-child relationships which will have young audiences rejoicing. 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. . All tickets $10.00 For tickets and information: (609)525-9248 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Aug 5 - Überboy

Mon, 05 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Überboy’ presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company- What is a superhero anyway? Someone who can fly? Someone with big muscles? Someone with X-Ray vision? Little Bobby Roberts doesn’t have any of those things—in fact, he’s quite the opposite according to the bullies at school; and yet he’s determined to be the best superhero of all time—Überboy!. 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. . All tickets $10.00 For tickets and information: (609)525-9248 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Aug 6 - Pamper Scamper

Tue, 06 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Pamper Scamper– Annual baby crawling race 9am registration, 9:30am start at the 6^thSt. Beach. For babies up to 15 months. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Aug 7 - Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Miss Crustacean Hermit Crab Beauty Pageant– the original beauty contest for crustaceans. The winner receives the Coveted Cucumber Rind Cup and gets to walk down a flowery runway. 1pm at the 6^thSt.Beach. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Aug 7 - Miss Ocean City Parade

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Aug 7 - Sand Sculpting Contest

Wed, 07 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sand Sculpting Contest– 9am at the 6^thSt. Beach, the second one of the season.
For more information call 609-525-9300.

Aug 8 - 104th Annual Baby Parade

Thu, 08 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

104^th Annual Baby Parade– One of the oldest baby parades in the country. On the Boardwalk, 6^th – 12^th Sts.. Time to be announced.For more information call 609-525-9300.

Aug 9 - Big Bad

Fri, 09 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Big Bad’ -The most notorious criminal in the fairy-tale world, Big Bad Wolf, is being slapped with a class-action lawsuit by the countless quirky characters he has wronged. Now, the two greatest legal minds in the Enchanted Forest — the Evil Stepmother and the Fairy Godmother — will clash in a trial that will be remembered forever after. The show will feature talents of youth performers from the OCTC Theatre Camp. August 9^that 7:30pm & August 10^that 10:30am at Moorlyn Family Theatre, Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. All tickets $10.00 For tickets and information: www.moorlynfamilytheatre.org

Aug 10 - Miss Ocean City Pageant

Sat, 10 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Aug 10 - Miss Ocean City Pageant

Sat, 10 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Miss Ocean City Pageant– at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and boardwalk. Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information visit www.ocexchangeclub.org

Aug 12 - Rusted Root

Mon, 12 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

12^th- Rusted Root, 7:30pm at the Music Pier. Rusted Root is a band from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania known for their unique fusion of acoustic, rock, world and other styles of music, with a strong percussion section that draws from African, Latin American, and Native American influences. Rusted Root has sold more than three million albums worldwide. Tickets on sale through TicketMaster 1-800-745-3000 or at www.ticketmaster.com.

Aug 12 - Weird Contest Week

Mon, 12 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Weird Week– Wacky But Not Tacky these events are fun for the entire family. 11am each day at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Aug 14 - Peter Pan

Wed, 14 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Peter Pan’ presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company and Ocean City POPS- Here is all the charm of J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, the children Wendy, Michael and John, pirates and Indians, embellished with show-stopping songs, "Never Never Land", "I Won't Grow Up" and "I'm Flying". This magical production will feature flying special effects from the Broadway Production! 7:30pm at The Middle Township Performing Arts Center, 212 Bayberry Dr. Cape May Court House. $25.00 for adults $15.00 for children under 12. For tickets and information: (609)463-1924

Aug 23 - Grease

Fri, 23 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Grease’ the Broadway Musical -So now it's time to dust off your leather jackets, pull on your bobby-socks and take a trip to a simpler time as 'bad boy' Danny and 'the girl next door' Sandy fall in love all over again. So throw your mittens around your kittens and hand-jive the night away with the show that'll make you want to stand up and shout, 'A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop A-wop-bam-boom!' This musical does contain some mature material. Presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s Jr. Company. August 23^rdat 7:30pm, August 24^that 2:00pm & 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrance & the Boardwalk. $15.00 Orchestra $13.00 Solarium. For tickets and information: : (609)525-9248 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Aug 30 - King & Queen of Plop

Fri, 30 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

King and Queen of Plop Competition - Ocean City has an unusual way of welcoming the fall season. Four years ago, we initiated the Mr. Fall Gal and Mr. Fall Guy contest also known as the King and Queen of Plop. The event will be held at 11 a.m. on the 9^thStreet Beach opposite the Music Pier. Contestants are asked to greet the fall season, always a lovely time of year, by falling dramatically (and in slow motion) to the sand. Those performing the most dramatic renditions will be crowned the King and Queen of Plop. Registrations begins 10:30 a.m. at the 9^thSt. Beach. Entry is free and prizes will be awarded. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Sep 2 - Mayor's Labor Day Race

Mon, 02 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

5 Mile Run & 1 Mile Run/Walk on Labor Day Morning!
Come out and run with us then head to your Labor Day Bar-b-que!

Race Start: 9:00am 5 mile beach run

23rd St Beach

1 mile walk/run will start immediately following the 5 mile run start

REGISTRATION: Register Now

$20.00 PRE-REGISTRATION

Pre-registration 2/1/13 - 9/1/13 4:00 PM

Race T guaranteed to pre-registered runners

$10.00 14 & under

$25.00 RACE DAY REGISTRATION

AT 23RD ST BEACH, Ocean City, NJ08226

Beginning at 7:00 am - 8:30 am

Registration Opens Feb 1, 2013 Register Now

Pre-Race Packet Pick Up Sat. 8/31/13 & Sun. 9/1/13

9:00 am - 5:00 pm
at the Aquatic & Fitness Center 1735 Simpson Ave. OC, NJ 08226

Race Day Packet Pick up at 23rd St Beach

For more Information call 609.398.6900 or email Lrumer@ocnj.us

2012 Race Results

2011 Race Results

Find Past Results

22 years of Overall Winners

Sep 6 - Smokey Joe’s Café

Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

‘Smokey Joe’s Café’ the Broadway musical presented by the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company - Music legends Leiber and Stoller, as much as anyone, virtually invented rock 'n' roll, and now their songs provide the basis for an electrifying entertainment that illuminates a golden age of American culture. Featuring nearly 40 of the greatest songs ever recorded, SMOKEY JOE'S CAFE isn't just great pop music - it's compelling musical theatre. Songs include: Poison Ivy, Love Potion #9, On Broadway, Downtown, Hound Dog, Jailhouse Rock, Stand By Me and more! 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier located at Moorlyn Terrace & the Boardwalk. $20.00 for Adults, $18.00 for Seniors, $15.00 for Group Rate & Children under 12. For tickets and information: (609)525-9300 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Sep 6 - Street Rod Weekend

Fri, 06 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Street Rod Weekend– Features classic cars on display at the Sports & Civic Center, 6^th St. off the Boardwalk and on the Boardwalk, Sat., 12noon – 4pm. For more information call 609-525-9300.

Sep 22 - Corvette Show

Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Corvette Show - Over 350 cars exhibited. One of the largest shows of its kind in the East. Models from every year Corvettes were manufactured comprise this colorful show. Displayed on the boardwalk from 6^th– 10^thSt., 11:30am – 4pm.

Sep 29 - OCNJ Half Marathon & 5K

Sun, 29 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Check out last years Video!

2012 OCNJ Half Marathon Results
OCNJ 5K Results OCNJ 10 Mile Walk

OCNJ Half Marathon & 5K & 10 Mile Walk
September 29, 2013
Ocean City, NJ
9:00 AM Race Start

13.1 mile - With spectacular views of our City through various neighborhoods, the downtown business district, and most importantly our award winning beaches and boardwalk. The course will provide a comfortable, safe, and secure running route, but to also showcase some of the unique areas of our City that we are so proud of.

5K – 3.1 mile on boardwalk (no streets)

NEW added distance - 10 Mile Non-Competitive Walk

Race benefits Ocean City Recreation Scholarships and Programs

Unique Finishers Medals!

Registration opens February 1, 2013

Half Marathon - 9:00 AM Race Start

$50 Registration 2/1/13 to 8/31/13

$60 September 1-28, 2013
NO RACE DAY Registration

10 Mile non-competitive Walk - 9:00 AM Race Start (same start and course as Half Marathon)
$40 Registration 2/1/13 to 8/31/13

$50 September 1-28, 2013

5K - 9:15 AM Race Start

$20 Registration 2/1/13 to 8/31/13

$25 September 1-29, 2013

Pre-registered guaranteed race shirt.
Family of Four $5 off each registrant. Discount only to pre-registered families. Must be mailed in as one packet. Same household.

Entry Fee is non refundable.

Pre-Packet Pick up: (strongly encouraged)

Thursday, 9/26 & Friday, 9/27 10am - 5pm

Saturday, 9/28 10am - 7pm

Sneaker Shop 846 Asbury Ave. Ocean City, NJ 609.391.5223

Race Day Pick Up:

Sunday, 9/29 7am - 8:30 am

OC Music Pier Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk

For more information please call 609.398.6900 or email Lrumer@ocnj.us

Registration opens Feb 1, 2013 Register Now

Flat Fast Course Streets & Boardwalk with one large bridge - Course Description

Picture of Course

Bike MS Run OC - Weekend Event - Special recognition awards to those participating in the MS City to Shore Bike Ride on Sat. 9/28 & OCNJ Half Marathon on Sunday 9/29
(Let us know you are part of the Bike Ms Run OC - email lrumer @ocnj.us & make a note in comments section of race registration)

For more info on the MS City to Shore Bike go to www.MScycling.org

2012 OCNJ Half Marathon Race Results

2012 OCNJ 5K Race Results

OCNJ 10 Mile Walk

2011 OCNJ Half Marathon Race Results

2011 OCNJ 5K Race Results

Oct 12 - Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular

Sat, 12 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Fall Block Party and Fireworks Spectacular– 9am – 5pm from 5^th– 14^thStreets on Asbury Ave. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more. In the evening, family night entertainment on the boardwalk with fireworks beginning at 9:30pm. For more information call 609-399-2629.

Oct 24 - Halloween Parade

Thu, 24 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Halloween Parade– 7:15pm on Asbury Ave. from 6^th– 11^thStreet. Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club.

Oct 26 - MURDEROUS NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM

Sat, 26 Oct 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Murderous Night At The Museum A Murder Mystery Comedy with Audience Interaction presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company - It’s time for the Knotting Museum to unveil its newest exhibit, The Tomb of Aepep and His Mistress, and several local celebrities have been invited to the big exhibition. Much to the pleasure of museum curator Darlene Kisser, the event seems to be running smoothly. Smoothly, that is, until the egotistical film starlet, Elizabeth Rose, and the washed-up singer, Joy Mond, are both murdered and panic ensues. Someone needs to figure out whodunit before another murder occurs, and it doesn’t take long for each of the guests to begin playing detective. The only problem is that one of these detectives is actually the murderer. Join the spooky fun at the Music Pier at 7:30 PM on the 26^th and 2:00 PM on the 27^th All tickets are $10.00. For more information call 609-525-9300 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice

Dec 6 - Chirstmas Parade

Fri, 06 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Dec 31 - First Night New Years Eve Celebration

Tue, 31 Dec 2013 00:00:00 GMT

First Night New Years Eve Celebration– A complete schedule of entertainment leading up to fireworks at midnight. For more information call 609-525-9300.