Local knowledge
Ocean City Guides
Expert local guides to help you discover the best of Ocean City, Maryland—from the Boardwalk and beaches to Assateague Island, Berlin, dining, events, and more.
Destination guides
Deep dives into the corners of Ocean City — the Boardwalk, Assateague, the beach, neighborhoods, and day-trip spots.
Festival & event guides
Springfest, Sunfest, Oceans Calling, the Air Show — dates, lineups, vendors, and where to stay.
Ocean City Air Show
Oceans Calling Festival in Ocean City MD
Oceans Calling Festival returns to Ocean City, Maryland, September 25–27, 2026, for three unforgettable days of live music by the beach. Find everything you need to plan your festival weekend, including daily band schedules and stages, tickets, parking, transportation, festival maps, FAQs, artist interviews, and more.
Springfest 2026
Four days of music, food, and Eastern Shore artisans at the Inlet Lot, April 23–26.
White Marlin Open 2026
Plan your visit to the 2026 White Marlin Open, August 3 - 8th, in Ocean City, Maryland, with tournament dates, weigh-in times, viewing locations, Marlin Fest, parking, livestreams and hotel tips.
Oceans Calling 2026
Three-day music festival just off the Boardwalk, September 25–27.
Things to do guides
Watersports, jet skiing, boating and fishing, golf, amusements, camping — how to do it, where to rent, and what it costs.
Bike Riding in Ocean City, MD
Boating
Camping in Ocean City, MD
From wild-pony camping on Assateague to RV resorts minutes from the boardwalk, here's where to pitch a tent or park your rig near Ocean City.
Fishing in Ocean City Maryland
Free Things to Do in Ocean City MD
Golf
Jet Skiing in Ocean City, Maryland
Kayaking
Miniature Golf in Ocean City
Ocean City Amusements
Ocean City Watersports
Discover the best Ocean City, Maryland watersports, including boat rentals, jet ski rentals, parasailing, fishing charters, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more.
Ocean City, MD Boat Tours, Cruises and Boat Rides
Explore the best boat tours in Ocean City, Maryland, from dolphin-watching cruises and Assateague wildlife trips to sunset sails, family adventures, party boats and private charters.
Other Watersports
Paddleboarding
Parasailing in Ocean City, Maryland
Discover the best parasailing in Ocean City, Maryland, including where to fly, what it costs, how long the experience lasts and what first-time parasailers should know.
Pontoon Boat Rentals
Surfing
Although technically defined as "the art of riding waves," surfing is really what any of us do when playing in the waves and riding them from ocean to beach. Surfing is a lifestyle. Surfing is a culture. Surfing is one of the coolest things in the world to do and one that we recommend everyone try at least once. For those that have adapted the lifestyle, we don't need to say anything else. For those who haven't, Ocean City, Maryland is home to some of the finest surfing on the East Coast and gains national recognition for its quality waves each year, so the sooner you paddle out and experience it for yourself, the better. Bodyboarding was officially born in 1971 and has since grown into one of the most participated recreational activities that takes place on any beach around the world. In fact, the east coast is home to TWO of the world's top professional bodyboarders. What is even more interesting… Out of this coast that stretches from Florida to Maine, both pro bodyboarders, Brian Stoehr and Jay Reale, are from Ocean City, Maryland.
Planning guides
Parking, kid-friendly itineraries, pet-friendly spots, weddings, weather — answers to the questions you ask before you book.
Best Bars in Ocean City, Maryland
Discover the best bars in Ocean City, Maryland, as chosen by more than 15,000 votes. Find the 2026 winners for live music, sunsets, happy hour, cocktails, sports bars, pool bars, craft beer and local breweries.
Best Restaurants in Ocean City, Maryland
The 2026 Best of Ocean City® winners for best restaurants — chosen by 34,600+ real votes, not anonymous reviews. Plus: download the free trail to check in and win a gift certificate.
Best Things to Do in Ocean City, Maryland
Discover the best things to do in Ocean City, Maryland, as chosen by locals and visitors. Find the 2026 winners for family fun, arcades, boat tours, jet skis, mini golf, parasailing, fishing, golf and rainy-day activities.
Best of the Ocean City Boardwalk
Discover the best places to eat, drink and shop on the Ocean City Boardwalk. More than 14,800 votes determined the 2026 winners for fries, pizza, candy, caramel corn, restaurants, bars and Boardwalk shops.
Parking in Ocean City
Where to park, what it costs, and how to avoid a $50 administrative fee.
Pet-friendly Ocean City
Where Fido is welcome — boardwalk seasons, beaches, hotels, and restaurants.
Visitor info
FAQs, town ordinances, emergency information, and the history of Ocean City, Maryland.
