If you’re a classic car lover, the Ocean City Cruisin’ event is perfect for you. Held annually in Ocean City, Maryland, this exciting multi-day event is packed with action for car enthusiasts. With hundreds of classic, custom, and muscle cars on display, Ocean City Cruisin’ offers something for everyone.
What to Expect at Ocean City Cruisin’
Ocean City Cruisin’ isn’t just about parking cars in a lot and calling it a day. It’s a full-throttle celebration of vintage vehicles, offering a variety of activities for participants and spectators. Here are some of the highlights you can look forward to during the event:
1. Parades Along the Famous Boardwalk
Each morning of the event, you’ll see the classic cars roll along Ocean City’s historic Boardwalk. You can grab a cup of coffee, settle into your spot, and enjoy the unique parade.
2. Car Shows & Competitions
The heart of the event is the various car shows that take place throughout Ocean City. There are daily competitions, and car enthusiasts get the chance to show off their vehicles in categories ranging from best custom build to best paint job.
3. Ocean City Cruzers Car Show
The Ocean City Cruzers Car Show, typically held at the Coffee Beanery on 94th Street, is an opportunity for local enthusiasts and visitors to mingle and appreciate vintage vehicles.
4. Special Themed Shows
In the evenings, things get even more exciting with unique shows like the Neon & LED Light Car Show. Cars equipped with dazzling neon lights and LEDs light up South 1st Street, creating a colorful and vibrant nighttime spectacle. The fun continues with events like the Beard Contest and the Pedal Car Show!
Schedule
Wednesday, October 9th
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Early Arrival Sign-In | Ocean City Convention Center (OCCC)
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: R&M Welcome Car Show | Seacrets Parking Lot (49th Street)
- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Seacrets Kick-Off Party | Inside Seacrets (49th Street)
Thursday, October 10th
- 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM: Pre-Registered Sign-In | OCCC
- 8:00 AM: Boardwalk Parade | From 27th Street to the Inlet
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Car Shows | Inlet and OCCC
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Vendor Showroom and Feature Cars | OCCC Indoors
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Meet Todd Bridges | OCCC Indoors
- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Live Music by Mook Jones | OCCC Lot
- 1:00 PM: Morning Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
- 1:30 PM: BINGO | OCCC Indoors
- 4:30 PM: Afternoon Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM: R&M Car Show | Seacrets Parking Lot (49th Street)
- 7:00 PM: Sun Records Live Concert* | OCCC Performing Arts Center
Friday, October 11th
- 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM: Pre-Registered Sign-In | OCCC
- 8:00 AM: Boardwalk Parade | From 27th Street to the Inlet
- 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Coffee with Cops | Jay’s Café (23rd Street)
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Car Shows | Inlet and OCCC
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Vendor Showroom and Feature Cars | OCCC Indoors
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Meet Todd Bridges | OCCC Indoors
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Meet Cristy Lee | Inlet
- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Live Music by Mook Jones | OCCC Lot
- 1:00 PM: Morning Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
- 1:30 PM: Beard Contest | Inlet Stage
- 4:30 PM: Afternoon Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
Saturday, October 12th
- 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM: Pre-Registered Sign-In | OCCC
- 8:00 AM: Boardwalk Parade | From 27th Street to the Inlet
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Car Shows | Inlet and OCCC
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Vendor Showroom and Feature Cars | OCCC Indoors
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Meet Todd Bridges | Inlet
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Meet Cristy Lee | OCCC Indoors
- 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Live Music by Mook Jones | Inlet
- 1:00 PM: Morning Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: NSRA Appreciation/Inspections | Inlet
- 4:00 PM: Pedal Car Show | Inlet
- 4:30 PM: Afternoon Awards Ceremony | OCCC and Inlet
- 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Neon & LED Light Car Show | South 1st Street
Sunday, October 13th
- 9:00 AM: Rodders for Christ Chapel Service | Inlet
- 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Car Shows & Vendors | Inlet
- 1:00 PM: Charity Banner Auction | Inlet
- 2:00 PM: Grand Finale Awards | Inlet
Mark your calendar, shine up your ride, and get ready for a weekend full of horsepower, nostalgia, and beachside fun!