Indulge in Maryland Seafood at the 2nd Annual Ocean City MD Seafood Festival

The Ocean City MD Seafood Festival will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at Northside Park, 200 125th Street, Ocean City, MD 21842.

Festival Hours: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
VIP Admission: 12:00 PM

Wine tasting tables, the Main Bar, and the VIP Bar will remain open until 7:15 PM.

The festival entrance is located at the west end of Northside Park, between the Northside Park Lagoon and Assawoman Bay. Enter the park from 125th Street and follow event signage.

Please bring your ticket (printed or on your mobile device) and a valid government-issued photo ID. If you plan to consume alcohol, you must be 21 or older and present a valid government-issued ID. Vertical IDs cannot be accepted for alcohol purchases or tastings.

Guests will find separate entry lines for General Admission, Tasting Tickets, and VIP Tickets. Please check event signage before entering a line.

Yes. Tickets may be purchased at the gate while supplies last. Cash and credit cards are accepted.

Ticket upgrades may also be available onsite, subject to availability.

VIP guests receive early admission beginning at 12:00 PM, access to the VIP Tent, unlimited wine tastings throughout the festival, and access to the private VIP bar featuring beer, wine, and signature cocktails.

VIP seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis for paid VIP ticket holders. Children are welcome in the VIP area, but seating is reserved for VIP ticket holders. Guests bringing children are encouraged to bring blankets or folding chairs.

Guests who purchase a VIP + Crab Package will receive a crab ticket redeemable at the Hooper's Crab House booth for a half-dozen steamed crabs.

The festival will feature seafood specialties from local restaurants and food trucks, along with non-seafood, vegetarian, and kid-friendly options.

Food and beverages are purchased directly from participating vendors.

Drink options include:

• Beer

• Wine by the glass

• Wine by the bottle

• Signature cocktails

• Mocktails

• Bottled water

Wine tasting tables will be open from 12:00 PM until 7:15 PM.

Each Wine, Beer & Spirits Tasting Ticket includes two drink tickets that can be redeemed for a full cocktail, beer, glass of wine, mocktail, or bottled water at designated B Scene bars.

Festival signage will direct guests to the appropriate redemption locations.

No. Outside food, beverages, and alcohol are not permitted.

Exceptions are made for baby food and infant formula.

Permitted items include:

• Folding chairs

• Blankets

• Small card tables

• Personal umbrellas

• Sealed bottled water

• Sunscreen

These items are encouraged to help guests enjoy a comfortable day at the festival.

The following items are not permitted:

• Coolers

• Pop-up tents

• Beach umbrellas

• Outside food or beverages

• Outside alcohol

• Pets

• Weapons

• Illegal substances

All bags are subject to inspection upon entry.

No. Pets are not permitted inside the festival grounds due to crowd sizes and food service regulations.

Yes. Guests may leave and return to the festival with their wristband, ticket, and valid ID.

Free parking is available at Northside Park, including:

• The Recreation Complex parking lot

• The Ballfield parking lot

• Street parking along 125th Street, 127th Street, and Jamaica Avenue

Parking is limited, so guests are encouraged to arrive early.

Ocean City's municipal bus service is also a convenient transportation option.

Yes. The festival will feature:

• Live music throughout the day

• Cooking demonstrations by local chefs

• Local shopping vendors and artisans

• Family-friendly activities and a Kids Zone

The Main Stage Schedule and Cooking Demo Schedule will be announced closer to the event date.

Absolutely. The Ocean City MD Seafood Festival is designed for all ages, with family-friendly entertainment, activities, shopping, and food options available throughout the day.

Yes. A portion of event proceeds will benefit the Oyster Recovery Partnership, helping support oyster restoration and the health of Maryland's coastal waterways.

The festival is a rain-or-shine event.

Tickets are non-refundable. In the event of severe weather that makes the event unsafe, the festival will be rescheduled for Sunday, August 30, 2026.

All guests consuming alcohol must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID. Vertical IDs cannot be accepted.

Please drink responsibly. Bartenders reserve the right to refuse service to any intoxicated guest.

Our event management team will be available at the front gate throughout the day to assist guests with questions, directions, and event information.

For the latest updates, follow us on Facebook and Instagram and check back regularly for announcements, schedules, and vendor information.