It's beginning to look alot like an OC Christmas!

Are you one of them? You know, one of the die-hard "off season travelers" to Ocean City? If you are, then you are probably very much in the know of all of the amazing Christmastime festivities. But for those that aren't as aware, Ocean City is the North Pole on earth! Below are many of the great things that happen here, so get your jingle on and keep reading.

GREAT HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

The first event to happen is the magical Winterfest of Lights at Northside Park. The huge tree has been up for weeks and they have slowly but surely installed every twinkling light, every pathway arch, every animated display. Engulf yourself in enchanting experience as you walk the path around the 58-acre Northside Park.  Winterfest of Lights runs Wednesday - Sunday from November 20th- December 21st and daily from December 22- the 31st. 5:30pm- 9:30pm. 

Check out some past Winterfest photos here: https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/special-events/winterfest/

Time to grab some chairs and blankets and maybe a thermos of hot chocolate, the 42nd Annual Christmas Parade happens on Saturday, December 6th. Starting at 11:00am and running from Old Landing Road to 120th Street. Be sure to head over to the Carousel for post parad fun and the awards presentation.

Enjoy a production of Miracle on 34th Street, performed by the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company. It encompasses all the magic of the beloved story of the department store Santa,  Kris Kringle, as a radio theater performance and includes live sound effects, character voice acting and musical accompaniments. Tickets are $25.00

CALLING ALL KIDDOS

Round up the kids for a Holiday Character Breakfast! Dress them in comfy jammies for a super fun breakfast with their favorite characters: Mickey & Minnie, Stitch, Minion, Bluey & Muffin and Paw Patrol Pals. This is prime memory-making! Happening at the Convention Center on November Sat., 29th from 9- 11am. $49.99 for Child with Adult / $21.99 for each additional child (ages 4-11) / $32.99 for each additional adult (12 & over) / Free for children 3 & under

 How about a magical morning at the 8th Annual Breakfast with Santa? Enjoy a breakfast buffet, crafts, a digital pgoto with Santa and a DJ dance party. Sunday, December 7th from 9-11am at the Residence Inn on 61st Street. Proceeds benefit the Art League 

SHOPPERS & CRAFTERS GET READY!

The 43rd Annual Holiday Shoppers Fair is from November 28- 30th. Vendors galore, door prizes, kids activities and Santa! What better excuse do you have to come to the beach than having the perfect opportunity to get al of your shopping done. Located at the Convention Center  Friday & Saturday 10am- 5pm and Sunday 10am- 3pm. $5 admission but free parking.

Join the fun at the Holiday Open House at the Life Saving Museun & Museum of Ocean City and have fun participating in mosaic card making, wreath making, and making seaglass keepsakes. Enjoy music, hot cocoa and classic "railroad cake".  Shop the giftshops and enjoy 20% off on many locally inspired gifts. All the fun is happening Saturday, December 7th from 10am- 4pm. FREE!