Ocean City Announces Inaugural Seafood Festival

Ocean City, MD

Get ready to indulge in Maryland’s finest seafood at the Ocean City Seafood Festival, taking place at Northside Park on Saturday, September 6 from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m. This family-friendly event will feature local eateries and food trucks, live music, cooking demos, wine, beer, and spirits tastings, artisan vendors, a VIP tent, a kids’ zone, and more!

With tickets starting at just $15 and kids 16 and under FREE, this event is perfect for the whole family. Attendees will enjoy an exciting array of seafood from local favorites, including Hooper’s Crab House, Papi’s Tacos, Hooked, The Sterling Tavern, Saltwater 75, Ropewalk Ocean City, Macky’s, and Fallen Pine Oyster Company. These dishes showcase the best seafood, from steamed crabs to grilled oysters and fish tacos. “We have been steaming Maryland crabs in Ocean City for 44 years. We are thrilled to be part of the Inaugural Ocean City Seafood Festival, where we will be steaming crabs onsite,” Royette Shepherd, Owner, Hooper’s Crab House.

Festival-goers can also enjoy a variety of wines, craft beers, and spirits from local and national wineries and breweries, providing the perfect drink pairings to complement the seafood offerings. Enjoy live music by The 8 Ohms Band, Tumblehome Band, and The Players Band, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and more.

In addition, guests will have the chance to watch local chefs in action during live cooking demos, offering expert tips on preparing and cooking seafood. Families will also love the kids’ zone, where kids can enjoy outdoor toys and games.

“I am excited to add the Ocean City Seafood Festival to B Scene Event’s lineup,” stated Beth Laverick, owner of B Scene Events & Promotions. “With over 10 years of producing successful festivals in Maryland, B Scene Events & Promotions is proud to bring this event to Ocean City, uniting communities to celebrate food, music, and culture.”

Attendees can take advantage of special promotional rates from hotel sponsors, making it easy to enjoy a full weekend in Ocean City. A special thanks to the Art League of Ocean City, our non-profit partner.

“We’re excited to partner with B Scene Events and Promotions to bring a first-class Seafood Festival to Northside Park this September,” commented Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan. “It’s the perfect way to celebrate our local seafood industry, showcase our talented chefs, and offer a fun and family-friendly event for locals and visitors. This festival is one of many reasons why Ocean City is the ultimate destination for a summer getaway.”

To purchase tickets or for more information about the Seafood Festival, please visit ocmdseafoodfest.com and follow @oceancitymaryland and @ocmdseafoodfestival on social media.

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