The Ocean City Flower Show will celebrate “Red, White and Blooms” from Friday to Sunday (June 5 to June 7) at the Ocean City Music Pier. The 52nd annual show is presented by the Garden Club of Ocean City and features floral creations and displays from enthusiasts of all ages.
Awards are given in a variety of categories for artistic design and horticulture. This year’s theme encourages entrants to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary with their themed entries. The event also features a small sales pavilion.
The public is invited to check out the beautiful displays. Show hours are 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Admission is free (donations to the Garden Club are optional).
The popular weekly Farmers Market on the grounds of the Ocean City Tabernacle (along Asbury Avenue between Fifth Street and Sixth Street) opens for the 2026 season on June 3 and returns every Wednesday through early September. Locally grown produce and specialties, along with crafters set up on the 500 block of Asbury Avenue, will be available 8 a.m. to noon every week.
The Ocean City Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 61 will sponsor a new Fishing Tournament on Sunday, June 7, 2026, and any team of up to four anglers is invited to participate. The event will include cash prizes, and be followed by a weigh-in and barbecue at American Legion Post 524. More information and a printable registration form are available at ocnj.us/events/99452.
Registration open for Emergency Responder 5K on June 13
The Emergency Responder 5-Kilometer Race will be held on Saturday, June 13, and registration remains open. Formerly known as the “Cop Chase,” the event now honors all first responders and is staged from the Ocean City Civic Center (Sixth Street and Boardwalk) with race-day registration opening at 7 a.m. and the race beginning at 8:30 a.m. The event also includes a 1-mile fun run/walk and kids’ events including 50- and 100-meter dashes and a 400-meter obstacle course. The 5-kilometer and 1-mile events start on the Boardwalk and finish on the OCHS track. Kids’ events will be on the field. Online registration and further information are available atwww.ocnj.us/race-events.
More June events
June 10 – Farmers Market: Tabernacle grounds 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Crafters in the street at Sixth and Asbury Avenue.
June 14 – Health, Fitness & Wellness Expo: The event features health food, fitness classes, speakers, vendors and more. All are invited to this free event in a town that features the beach, boardwalk and a wide variety of other indoor and outdoor health and recreational facilities. Come explore health food and wellness product vendors, various yoga and fitness classes. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Music Pier. Contact Lisa Rumer at lrumer@ocnj.us or call 609-399-6111, extension 9317.
June 17 – Farmers Market: Tabernacle grounds 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Crafters in the street at Sixth and Asbury Avenue.
June 17 – Miss New Jersey Parade: See the contestants in the 2026 Miss New Jersey Competition in a parade on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Parade starts at 7 p.m.
June 18, 19 and 20 – Miss New Jersey Competition: The annual Miss New Jersey Competition returns to the Ocean City Music Pier for 2026. Preliminary rounds are at 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday (June 18 and 19), and the final competition and crowning are 8 p.m. June 20. The winner represents New Jersey in the Miss America Competition. Visit missnewjersey.org for more information and tickets.
June 20 – Miss New Jersey’s Teen Competition: The annual Miss New Jersey’s Teen Competition returns to the Ocean City Music Pier for 2026. The final competition and crowning are 1 p.m. June 20. Visit missnewjersey.org for more information and tickets.
June 24 – Farmers Market: Tabernacle grounds 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Crafters in the street at Sixth and Asbury Avenue.
June 27 – Antique Auto Show: Over 300 vintage vehicles. Tabernacle grounds, 6th & Asbury Ave. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. boardwalk parade after 2 p.m. For more information visit jerseycape.aaca.com.
June 28 – Brandon Tomasello: One Man Rat Pack with The OC POPS The Ocean City Pops kicks off their 2026 season with class, comedy, and flair! The Rat Pack comes to musical life on the Music Pier stage as Ocean City favorite Brandon Tomasello expertly presents the timeless and unmistakable sounds of the Sinatra era. Come hear the best of Frank, Dean, and Sammy as Tomasello sings and swings with the Pops! 7:30 p.m. at the Music Pier. Tickets available at oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.
June 28 – Chica De Mayo: Join the fun for an all-girls Chica De Mayo skate park party at the Ocean City Skate Park. Fun starts at 10 a.m. at the Skate Park, free to attend. For more details call 609-525-9304.
