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Jeep Fest Rolls Into Ocean City for Four Days of Sand, Jeeps and Beachside Fun
Jeeps are taking over Ocean City August 27-30! Ocean City Jeep Fest brings hundreds of Jeep lovers together for beach parades, a 4x4 expo, sand courses, vendors, parties, LED light shows and four days of Jeep-filled fun.
Katie Ruskey
I Thought I Was Helping a Radio Station…Then I Accidentally Joined a Sandcastle Team With The Joba Chamberlain Imposter
What started as a quick bike ride on the Ocean City Boardwalk turned into an unexpected sandcastle contest with a man pretending to be former Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain.
Katie Ruskey
OCtoberfest 2026 Returns to Ocean City During Sunfest Weekend
OCtoberfest returns to the Ocean City bayfront on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Plan your Sunfest weekend around 30-plus craft beverage choices, Lower Case Blues, food trucks, local vendors and a limited VIP experience.
Ann
Photo Friday Contest Winner August 13th 2026
Sunrises, sunsets, sandy toes, Boardwalk adventures, and unforgettable family moments—this collection celebrates the little memories that make an Ocean City vacation last long after the sand is gone.
Anne
That’s a Wrap! The 53rd White Marlin Open Final Standings
After a windy start, the 53rd Annual White Marlin Open finished strong with six days of fishing, big catches and millions of dollars awarded to anglers in Ocean City.
Katie Ruskey
White Marlin Open Leaderboard: Mister Pete Holds Top Spot Heading Into Final Day
The 2026 White Marlin Open is coming down to the wire. Check out the current leaders across the white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo and dolphin divisions.
Katie Ruskey
Jellyfish Are Infiltrating Ocean City: The Invisible Sting Lurking Beneath the Waves
Ocean City beachgoers are facing an unexpected summer challenge — an increase in jellyfish encounters. With thousands reportedly treated for stings, warmer waters and hidden jellyfish beneath the surface are making swimmers more cautious.
Katie Ruskey
Date Night, Ocean City Style: What Kind of Couple Are You?
From go-karts and batting cages to sunset cruises, parasailing, fishing charters, belly dancing and dueling pianos, Ocean City, MD has a date night for every type of couple.
Katie Ruskey
80-Pound White Marlin Takes the Lead at the 2026 White Marlin Open
Mister Pete was waiting when the White Marlin Open scales opened Thursday. Minutes later, its 80-pound white marlin had taken the tournament lead and was sitting on a projected $3.6 million payday.
Seafood Lovers, This One's for You! Ocean City Seafood Festival Returns with 20+ Restaurants and $8 Off Tickets
The 2nd Annual Ocean City Seafood Festival is back with steamed crabs from Hooper's, more than 20 restaurants, live music, wine, cocktails, cooking demos, and family fun. Save $8 on every ticket with promo code OCFUN26.
Katie Ruskey
The Family Behind the Business: Park Place Jewelers Has Been Helping Ocean City Celebrate Life's Biggest Moments for 30 Years
For nearly 30 years, the Ferrante family has made Park Place Jewelers a destination for engagements, anniversaries, birthdays, and unforgettable memories. Discover the story behind one of Ocean City's favorite family-owned businesses.
Katie Ruskey
Day 3 of the White Marlin Open Delivers Drama..the Good Kind!
The wind finally laid down on Day 3 of the 2026 White Marlin Open, bringing more boats offshore and an action-packed weigh-in. A 607.5-pound blue marlin highlighted the day as anglers battled for the top spots in multiple divisions.
Katie Ruskey
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