The Mayor and City Council traditionally meet for Regular Sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. If Monday is a holiday, the meeting is held the following day. All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. Meeting dates are subject to change.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I & staff liaison
Board of Adjustments & Appeals Meeting
*(as needed) First and/or Third Wednesday 3PM
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I and staff liaison
Maryland International Kite Festival
April 23-25, 2021
Ocean City, Maryland and The Kite Loft welcome you to come and fly on the beautiful beaches along our famous boardwalk. The Maryland International Kite Exposition will feature three days of kite flying on the beaches of Ocean City, Maryland. Throughout the festival there will be exhibitions and demonstrations including stunt and power kite lessons, Giant kite displays and much more! The festival will showcase some of the best kite flyers from around the world. Kites of all shapes and sizes will be on display. On behalf of The Town of Ocean City and The Kite Loft we welcome everyone to join in the festivities. Bring your family for several days of good old fashion kite flying.
All activities are wind and weather dependent. Dry weather & a steady breeze are important for kite flying. It is also possible to have too much wind.
3rd – 7th Street Beach
Work Sessions are held at 1:00 p.m. the Tuesday prior to a Regular Monday night meeting. A closed session precedes each open session, traditionally beginning at 12:00 p.m. Meeting dates are subject to change.
The Mayor and City Council traditionally meet for Regular Sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. If Monday is a holiday, the meeting is held the following day. All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. Meeting dates are subject to change.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I & staff liaison
Board of Adjustments & Appeals Meeting
*(as needed) First and/or Third Wednesday 3PM
Springfest
May 6-9, 2021
*Facial covering and social distancing is required.
Please also know that you must enjoy your food and beverages while being seated.
Each year, Springfest brings amazing headliners to the stage – buy your tickets at the Ocean City Convention Center Box Office or online at Ticketmaster. Disclaimer: ococean.com is a resale market and not the primary provider of the tickets.
Ticket prices may be higher than face value. Springfest celebrates arrival of spring and the upcoming summer season. Join us under the four huge big-top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk, for a little fun in the sun at one of Maryland’s top Spring events.
EVENT HOURS (rain or shine!):
- Thursday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Bring the whole family to Springfest. Find the perfect place to stay and book your Springfest weekend now! ADMISSION TO SPRINGFEST IS FREE!
Work Sessions are held at 1:00 p.m. the Tuesday prior to a Regular Monday night meeting. A closed session precedes each open session, traditionally beginning at 12:00 p.m. Meeting dates are subject to change.
The Board meets the 2nd Thursday of every month at 2 PM in the
Council Chambers of City Hall
The following are the application deadlines and meeting dates.
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I and staff liaison

Spring Family Movie Night in the Park
May 14, 2021
A movie will be played at Northside Park, right off the bay, on our giant projection movie screen on Friday, May 14th. The movie will begin after the sun sets and there will be concessions for sale. Don’t forget to bring your chairs or blanket. This is a free event and we welcome all ages!
The Mayor and City Council traditionally meet for Regular Sessions on the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month. If Monday is a holiday, the meeting is held the following day. All meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. Meeting dates are subject to change.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I & staff liaison
Board of Adjustments & Appeals Meeting
*(as needed) First and/or Third Wednesday 3PM
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I and staff liaison

Spring Family Movie Night in the Park
May 28, 2021
A movie will be played at Northside Park, right off the bay, on our giant projection movie screen on Friday, May 28th. The movie will begin after the sun sets and there will be concessions for sale. Don’t forget to bring your chairs or blanket. This is a free event and we welcome all ages!
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum Summer Programs
Programs begin at 10:00 am
All programs are FREE
Daily Aquarium Program
Monday-Saturday
Time: 11:30 am
June 1st -August 31st
Daily Aquarium Program: Discover the wildlife that inhabits our ocean and coastal bays, as you watch our aquarium animals eat their morning meal.
July 4th – August 28th
Monday: History of our Surfman
Learn about the U.S Life Saving Service and the heroic men who rescued ships in distress off the coast of Ocean City.
Tuesday: Beach Safety
Learn how to be safe in the surf and spell your name using semaphore. The famous Ocean City Beach Patrol is on hand with everything you need to know.
Wednesday: Knot Tying
Become an expert at nautical knots with help from the U.S Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Thursday: All About Sharks
Discover what types of sharks are found off the coast of Ocean City!
Friday: Land Sky, & Sea
Learn how the island was formed, what birds fly overhead, and what creatures inhabit our ocean and coastal bays.
Saturday: Aquarium Feeding
Discover the wildlife that inhabits our ocean and coastal bays, as you watch our aquarium animals eat their morning meal.