Things to Do in the Fall 2025
in Ocean City, MD

Ocean City has one of the most diverse restaurant selections available on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Fine dining, award-winning wine lists, craft breweries and local bars and restaurants with farm-to-table menu items and local seafood. You'll find great burgers, barbecue, and many vegetarian options as well. Don't miss the Ocean City crab houses and there are some that will deliver.

Ocean City Restaurants

OCtoberfest, 11/1

November 1st, 2025

Country Calling, 10/3-10/6

Sunfest, 10/23-10/26

Downtown

Oceans Calling Lineup Announced!

March 8, 2026

Arts & Culture

Shore Craft Beer’s OCtoberfest: More Food & Shopping Vendors than EVER join the Waterfront, Unlimited Tasting Festival!

October 29, 2025

Fall

Breweries at OCtoberfest 2025 in Ocean City, MD

Berlin

Prost! Your Guide to the Oktoberfest in Berlin MD Celebration

October 18, 2025

Berlin

It’s the Perfect Time to Come Out and Enjoy the Beach this Weekend.

October 14, 2025

Events Coming Up This Fall in Ocean City

The 10 Best Things to Do in Ocean City in the Fall

The Beach – Fall is a wonderful time to enjoy the beach – it’s less crowded and still warm enough to swim.
The Boardwalk – Walk it with your favorite furry friend! (pets are allowed after Labor Day)
Assateague Island National Seashore – Beach walkers paradise! Find the wild ponies.
Amusements -If the weather is good, many amusements stay open into October. Check the individual sites for more information.
On the Water – Fishing is a great option in the Fall. Many of the other Watersports will have closed by Labor Day.
View a Rocket Launch from Wallops Island
Golf – View our list of golf courses in the Ocean City area.
Dining – Check out the Best of Ocean City winners.
Craft Brewery Tours – explore the thriving craft beer scene in Ocean City.
Festivals & Events – Octoberfest, Sunfest, and more.

OCtoberfest Returns to Ocean City with a New Twist: Bayside Park, Brews, and Waterfront Fun!

Get ready to raise your steins (commemorative pints) and celebrate OCtoberfest in style! On September 21st, the 10th Annual Shore Craft Beer Fest: OCtoberfest takes over the newly renovated Bayside...

Boardwalk

Enjoy almost 3 miles of Boardwalk filled with hotels, restaurants and fun!

Boardwalk Guide

Assateague Island

37 mile long gem in the national and state park systems with miles of beaches, bike paths, acres of undeveloped natural habitats, and ponies

Assateague Guide

Beach

Explore Ocean City's 10 miles of beaches and find your perfect spot.

Find Your Beach

Events

Search all events taking place in Ocean City throughout the year

Events

Free Things to Do

How to stay busy and entertained for free in OC.

Free Activities

Arts and Culture

Music and theater from the Performing Arts Center, art exhibitions at the Art League of Ocean City, or live shows, there is art and culture in Ocean City!

Arts & Culture Events

"Things to Do" in Ocean City Open All Year

Ocean City is no longer a seasonal resort. Play all year at the following locations...

Featured Things to Do Open All Year

Ocean’s Playhouse

Suite 940 12741 Ocean Gateway,, West Ocean City, Maryland
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Ocean’s Playhouse is Ocean City’s only indoor playground for babies through 12 years olds. It’s also a birthday party venue with birthday packages including balloons, decorations, and unlimited play. You More Details...

Ice Rink at the Carousel

117 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware
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The Carousl Hotel has an ice rink open to the general public! These hours are subject to change. Please call the hotel for any scheduled closures. Hours (For all dates More Details...

2025 Best of Ocean City Winner

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Park Place Jewelers

Between 2nd & 3rd Street on the Boardwalk, 209 N. Atlantic Ave, Suite 123, Ocean City, Maryland
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Park Place Jewelers | Fine Jewelry on the Ocean City MD Boardwalk Discover elegance, craftsmanship, and exceptional service at Park Place Jewelers, a beloved Ocean City destination for fine jewelry for More Details...

Game Room at the Carousel Hotel

11800 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland
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Play pool, win prizes, or race around the world! There are games for the whole family! Daily: 10 am – 10 pm Open to the general public. More Details...

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Flagship Cinemas

12461 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, Maryland
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Flagship Premium Cinemas is a first-run movie theatre providing you with a better cinema experience! Flagship features power reclining heated seats, digital projection, digital surround sound and a comfortable atmosphere. More Details...

Odyssea Jet & Prop Shop

11206 Five-L Drive, Berlin, Maryland
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Odyssea Watersports has expanded its service department to a new location in Ocean Pines, MD with a large storage warehouse and service shop, Odyssea Jet and Prop Shop. Specializing in personal More Details...

Berlin Main Street

14 South Main Street, Berlin, Maryland
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Berlin Md is just 7 miles from Ocean City and is a thriving and diverse community with over 50 stores and 10 dining establishments, coffee shops, bakeries, sweets, antiques and More Details...

2025 Best of Ocean City Winner

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The Kite Loft

511 Boardwalk, Ocean City, Maryland
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The Kite Loft is a treat for the eyes! They sell kites, kite accessories, aerial toys, windsocks, banners, yard ornaments, and other fun products for everyone! From its humble beginnings More Details...