Jeeps will be displayed on the Boardwalk on Saturday, and runners will take over on Sunday for two traditional events: the Fall New Jersey Jeep Invasion and the OCNJ Half Marathon.
About 400 Jeeps will roll down the boardwalk on Saturday, Sept. 20 and remain on display in lines that stretch from Fifth Street to 14th Street. The Jeep Invasion runs from noon to 5 p.m. The event raises money for local charities, and trophies are awarded to the best Jeeps in various categories with trophies awarded at 4 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. The show started in Ocean City in 2013. Visit njjpinvasion.com for more information.
Organizers of the OCNJ Half Marathon are expecting a strong turnout for three races on Sunday, Sept. 21, and registration is still open. In addition to the 13.1-mile Half Marathon, the event includes a 10-mile non-competitive walk/run and a 5-kilometer race.
Online registration for the races continues through 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17. In-person registration will be available with packet pickup 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday (Sept. 19) and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday (Sept. 20) at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace). There will be race-day registration for the 5K starting at 6:30 a.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. There will be no race-day registration for the Half Marathon and 10-mile event.
For complete information and registration, visit www.ocnj.us/race-events. The increasingly popular event showcases Ocean City’s boardwalk, downtown and neighborhoods with ocean views along a fast, flat course.
The public is encouraged to come out and cheer for runners. Volunteer groups man “peppy” water stations and are judged for their themes. Contact Lisa Rumer at lrumer@ocnj.us if your group would like to volunteer.
The OCNJ Half Marathon and 10-Miler start at 8:30 a.m. The event will include some brief road closings, including the closing of the Ocean City-Longport Bridge from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on race day. Bicycles will not be permitted on the Boardwalk from 5 a.m. to noon on race day. Drivers on other streets should anticipate delays as the field of runners passes by. The 5K will start at 8:40 a.m.
Also coming up
MS City to Shore Ride (Sept. 27-28): About 7,000 cyclists raise millions of dollars through a two-day charity ride from the Philadelphia area to Ocean City and back. For more information, call 1-800-445-BIKE or visit www.mscycling.org.
Boardwalk & Downtown Merchant “Discount Days” (Oct. 4-5): 6th Street to 14th Street on the Boardwalk and Asbury Ave.
Ocean City Fire Department Open House (Oct. 9): OCFD hosts their annual open house for Fire Prevention Week at the OCFD headquarters at 550 Asbury Avenue, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Rain date October 10.
“Ring of Fire” (Oct. 10-12): A multi-talented cast performs the music of Johnny Cash in this Ocean City Theatre Company production. 7 p.m. October 10 and 11, 2 p.m. Oct. 12 at the Music Pier. All tickets $20. Tickets available at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
Fall Block Party (Oct. 11): 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from 5th – 14th Streets on Asbury Avenue. Over 400 crafters, food vendors, music and more.
Drone Show (Oct. 11): Watch as drones in the sky create dazzling images synchronized to music over the beach and boardwalk. Best viewing is south of Sixth Street. 8 p.m. start time.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of OCNJ (Oct. 12): Join over 5,000 walkers for the 18th annual OCNJ Making Strides – a celebration of courage and hope to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. Learn more at www.MakingStridesWalk.org/OceanCityNJ. Walk starts at 10 a.m. at the Civic Center.
Spooks N’ Kooks Costume Surf Contest (Oct. 12): Open groms, open adults, tandem, sign in at 10 a.m. on 7th Street Beach. Entry Fee: $20 gift card to ShopRite or ACME, all proceeds benefit the Ocean City Food Cupboard. No wave date: October 13.
Porsche Boardwalk Reunion (Oct. 18): Porsches will be displayed from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Boardwalk from 6th Street to 14th Street.
“Hadestown” (Oct. 18-19): Presented by the OCTC Junior Company, this intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. October 18 at 7:30 p.m. and October 19 at 2 p.m. at the Music Pier. Tickets available at www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run (Oct. 19): Register today at www.herowalkrun.org.
Dog Days (Oct. 25-26): 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 on the boardwalk, and the Humane Society of Ocean City’s “Pet of the Year” announcement.
HSOC “Howl-O-Ween” Parade (Oct. 25): Hosted by the Humane Society of Ocean City. Contestants are encouraged to dress themselves and their pooch in zany, fun 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 6th to 14th Street on the Boardwalk.
Halloween Costume Skate (Oct. 25): 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.
OC Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Welcome Night (Oct. 29): 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Sports & Civic Center. Meet OC groups, businesses & organizations. Free event.
Halloween Parade (Oct. 30): 7:15 p.m. on Asbury Ave. from 6th – 11th Street. Sponsored by the Ocean City Exchange Club. For more information, visit ochp.blogspot.com.
