With two weeks until Memorial Day, Ocean City is getting ready for another summer season.
The official “Unlocking of the Ocean” will take place at noon on Friday, May 23, on the beach at Ninth Street. That opens the gates for the Business Persons Plunge, which immediately follows. Everybody is invited to participate, and more information is available at ocnj.us/bizplunge.
It’s not too late to take advantage of the preseason discount on beach tags. The $5 savings on seasonal tags remains in effect through May 31, and more information on how to purchase tags is available at ocnj.us/beachtags.
Registration for summer recreation programs in Ocean City remains open and more information is available at ocnj.us/summer-recreation-programs.
Tickets are on sale now for a spectacular 2025 Ocean City Pops season that opens with special guest Brian Stokes Mitchell (June 22) and includes a wide variety of shows for every musical taste. The full schedule and ticket information is at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
More information and ticket sales for the 2025 Summer Concert Series at the Music Pier are available at ocnj.us/SummerConcertSeries. The Beach Boys will open the series with four shows on June 23 and 24. The series continues with shows Monday nights through July and August.
Joe Conklin and the City Rhythm Orchestra will return to the Music Pier at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 12. The popular show combines lively tunes and cutting satire, capturing the essence of Philadelphia’s sports culture with a delightful blend of music and comedy. Fans can expect an entertaining performance that pays homage to the city’s beloved teams and their passionate supporters, creating a memorable experience that resonates with both sports enthusiasts and music aficionados alike. Ticket information is at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
A printable version of the full calendar of summer events is available here and the most updated online calendar is always available at oceancityvacation.com.
MAY EVENTS IN OCEAN CITY
MAY 17 – Southern New Jersey Heart Walk: Support the American Heart Association. Festival starts at 8:30 a.m. at the Civic Center (500 Boardwalk). Program starts at 10:15 a.m., and the walk starts at 10:30 a.m. More information is available here.
MAY 17 – Walk SONJ: The third annual Special Olympics New Jersey Walk will be held at 13 locations in the state, including the Boardwalk (starting at the Ocean City Music Pier) from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 17. More information is available at sonj.org/events/walk-sonj.
MAY 18 – Chica de Mayo: The Ocean City Skate Park at Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue will mark the 10th anniversary of its Chica de Mayo event at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 18. The event celebrates women skaters and features music, prizes, lessons, snacks and more.
MAY 23 – Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge: Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of “Pomp and Circumstance” to welcome the new season. Noon at 9th Street Beach.
MAY 24 – Memorial Beach Challenge for 31 Heroes: The obstacle course challenge is a soft sand adventure race followed by a kids’ fun run. Staging at 9th Street Beach. For registration information, visit memorialbeachchallenge.com or call 856-905-0583.
MAY 26 – Memorial Day Service: 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park, between 5th Street and 6th Street on Wesley Avenue.
MAY 27 – National Moment of Remembrance: Americans, wherever they are at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, pause in an act of national unity for a duration of one minute. The moment of remembrance will take place on the Boardwalk
