White Marlin Open
August 2-6, 2021
We are excited for the 48th annual White Marlin Open August 2-6, 2021. Come enter to win or simply come to view the spectacle of the World’s Largest Billfish Tournament!
The White Marlin Open returns each year for more exciting boats, anglers and plenty of sport fishing. As one of the biggest highlights of summer in OC, this fishing tournament attracts people from all over the globe, even celebrites. With over a million dollars in prizes, this event is one not to miss. As the name states, the White Marlin Open is open to all anglers. While the Open attracts some very skilled billfishermen, the format helps level the playing field and novice anglers have also won millions while fishing the tournament including former top winners who have won $2.58 million dollars for a catch! We have no age restrictions and young anglers have also fared well in the tournament.
Visit https://whitemarlinopen.com/ for more details!
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.
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.

Movies on the Beach
Families can gather for a movie right on the beach Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights all summer long – for FREE! In addition to the main event there will be music and entertainment with family friendly yard games like corn hole, ladder ball, spikeball, large connect four and more. Movies will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. or when dark. Movies will be shown on a gigantic screen on the beach. In the event of inclement weather, the movie and games will be cancelled.
Mondays and Fridays at 27th Street Beach: June 21 – August 13
Presented in Partnership with Alley Oops and Ropewalk
- June 21, 25, 28
- July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30
- August 2, 6, 9, 13
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.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION – 2021
P O Box 158
Ocean City MD 21843
(410) 289-8859 Carter Finney – Zoning Analyst I & staff liaison
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.
Board of Adjustments & Appeals Meeting
*(as needed) First and/or Third Wednesday 3PM

Movies on the Beach
June 2, 2021 – August 25, 2021
Families can gather for a movie right on the beach Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights all summer long – for FREE! In addition to the main event there will be music and entertainment with family friendly yard games like corn hole, ladder ball, spikeball, large connect four and more. Movies will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. or when dark. Movies will be shown on a gigantic screen on the beach. In the event of inclement weather, the movie and games will be cancelled.
Wednesdays at Carousel Hotel, 118th Street Oceanfront: June 2 – August 25,
- June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- July 7, 14, 21, 28
- August 4, 11, 18, 25
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.

Family Beach Games
Bring the whole family out for an evening of interactive fun! Games include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relays, and more! This fun and free event begins on the beach at 6:30 p.m. Parents are asked to stay with their children. In the event of inclement weather, the program will be cancelled.
Thursdays at Carousel Hotel, 118th Street Oceanfront: June 3 – August 26
- June 3, 10, 17, 24
- July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- August 5, 12, 19, 26
7/1/21 – Eclipse (Journey Tribute)
7/8/21 – Johnny Bling Band (Dance, Party Band)
7/15/21 – Saved by Zero (80’s cover band)
7/22/21 – Rising Sun Reggae Band (Reggae)
7/29/21 – Full Circle (Modern and Classic Rock)
8/5/21 – British Invasion Experience (Beatles Tribute)
8/12/21 – Academy of Music Performance (Variety)
8/19/21 – Lauren Glick Band (Modern Pop and Rock)
8/26/21 – The Dunehounds (Jam Band)

OC Beach Dance Party
July 8, 2021 – August 26, 2021
Join us on Thursday evenings for a beach dance party! A new DJ that hits the Caroline Street Stage where you can dance under the lights on the beach from 7:30-9:30 p.m. leading into OC’s NEW drone show starting at 9:30 p.m.
Thursdays:
- JULY 8, 15, 22, 29
- AUG 5, 12, 19, 26
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.

Movies on the Beach
Families can gather for a movie right on the beach Monday, Wednesday, and Friday nights all summer long – for FREE! In addition to the main event there will be music and entertainment with family friendly yard games like corn hole, ladder ball, spikeball, large connect four and more. Movies will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. or when dark. Movies will be shown on a gigantic screen on the beach. In the event of inclement weather, the movie and games will be cancelled.
Mondays and Fridays at 27th Street Beach: June 21 – August 13
Presented in Partnership with Alley Oops and Ropewalk
- June 21, 25, 28
- July 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30
- August 2, 6, 9, 13
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.

Sundaes in the Park
June 13, 2021 – September 5, 2021
Northside Park 127th Street and the Bay, Sunday Evenings 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Spend your Sunday evenings in picturesque Northside Park from 7 – 9 pm listening to your favorite live music. This is a family concert series with pizzazz! Enjoy free music ranging from country to rock, tribute bands to oldies. Each week children are offered various free activities and entertainment. The best thing about Sundaes in the Park is the ice cream, which is available for purchase! Sit back, listen to music and watch the sun set over the beautiful Assawoman Bay. Additional beverage options are available for purchase. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs. Experience OC’s NEW drone show starting at 9pm!
June 13– September 5
- June 13, 20, 27
- July 11, 18, 25
- August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- September 5

OC Drone Shows
June 13, 2021 – September 5, 2021
OC Drone Shows
Come experience Ocean City’s NEW drone shows located downtown on the beach on Thursday evenings and uptown at Northside Park on Sunday evenings following Sundaes in the Park!
Northside Park at 9 p.m.
- June 13, 20, 27
- July 11, 18, 25
- August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- September 5
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.