October brings a full slate of special events to Ocean City
The days are getting shorter with the arrival of fall, but there’s plenty of great weather left to enjoy a full calendar of family events in October. From the Fall Block Party all the way through Halloween, there’s a little bit of fun for everyone.
Here are a few of the highlights:
Oct. 5-6 — Boardwalk and Downtown merchant table sales: Sixth Street to 14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.
Oct. 11-20 — SHOUT! The Mod Musical presented by OCTC: SHOUT! The Mod Musical takes audiences back to the music, style and freedom of the 1960s. The show features terrific new arrangements of such classic tunes as “To Sir with Love,” “Downtown,” “Son of a Preacher Man” and “Goldfinger.” Performances are at the Ocean City Music Pier at 7 p.m. Oct. 11, 12, 18 and 19 and at 2 p.m. Oct. 13 and 20. Tickets can be purchased at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
Oct. 12 — Fall Block Party: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Asbury Avenue from Fifth Street to 14th Street. More than 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more.
Oct. 12-14 — Boardwalk and Downtown merchant table sales: Sixth Street to 14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue.
Oct. 13 — Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of OCNJ: Join more than 5,000 walkers for the 17th annual OCNJ Making Strides. Learn more at: www.MakingStridesWalk.org/OceanCityNJ.
Oct. 19 — Volunteer Beach Sweep: Volunteers are sought for the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19. Check in and pick up supplies at the Ocean City Music Pier before the event. Please consider bringing a bucket for collection. Call 609-399-6111, ext. 9712 or email pwoc@ocnj.us to sign up.
Oct. 19 — Porsche Boardwalk Reunion: Porsches will be displayed from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Boardwalk Sixth Street to 14th Street. More than 350 Porsches of models and years between 1954 and 2021 are expected. Free tech sessions on Porsche-related topics open to all at the Music Pier.
Oct. 20 — John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run: Support the HERO Campaign’s efforts to raise awareness about the importance of safe and sober designated drivers, and to honor and remember those who have lost a loved one to a drunk driver. Check-in 9 a.m. at the Ocean City Civic Center. Register at www.herowalkrun.org.
Oct. 23 — OC Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Welcome Night: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center. Meet OC groups, businesses and organizations. Free event.
Oct. 24 — Halloween Parade: The 76th annual Ocean City Halloween Parade is set for 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, and registration is now open for anybody who would like to participate. For more information, visit Ocean City Halloween Parade (ochp.blogspot.com).
Oct. 26 — Halloween Costume Skate: The Ocean City Skate Park at Fifth Street and Asbury Avenue will celebrate Halloween 4 p.m. to dusk. Skateboarders are invited to come dressed for the holiday. There will be prizes for best costume and best trick, and candy for the participants.
Oct. 26-27 — Dog Days: Leashed dogs will be permitted on the boardwalk from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. All are welcome and encouraged to bring their favorite furry canine friend. Activities for Saturday include dog-specific vendors along the Boardwalk, photo-op stations, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” Announcement.
Oct. 26 — HSOC “Howl-O-Ween” Parade: Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in Halloween costumes in the spirit of the season. Registration begins at 2 p.m. at the Sports & Civic Center. The parade begins at 3 p.m. and the procession is from Sixth Street to 14th Street on the Boardwalk. Former Philadelphia Eagles walk-on Vince Papale will be grand marshal. For registration and more information, visit ocnj.us/DogDay.
TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY FOR KILLER QUEEN SHOW NEXT SUMMER
The first show of the 2025 Summer Concert Series at the Ocean City Music Pier has been announced. Back by popular demand, Killler Queen: A Tribute to Queen will return to the Music Pier for the fourth time with a show at 7 p.m. Monday, June 30, 2025.
Killer Queen pays tribute to Freddie Mercury and the rock band Queen. The high-energy band features Patrick Myers and brings to life all of the Queen classics and anthems.
Tickets on sale Thursday for Killer Queen show next summer
