America’s Greatest
Family Resort...
Ocean City
BILLED ASdeadline, April 15th. With its strolling ar-
“America’s Greatest Family Resort,” ray of creatively clad basset hounds and
Ocean City, the northernmost seashore eccentric celebrity grand marshals, the
resort in Cape May County, offers some- Doo Dah Parade is an annual affair that
thing for every member of the family. As continues to draw locals and visitors alike.
a dry (no alcohol served within city lim- Martin Z. Mollusk Day is Ocean City’s
its) town, with its clean, well-protected own version of Ground Hog Day and
beaches, a thriving boardwalk, beautiful is held in early May on the beach, where
back bays, a diversified downtown shop- hermit crab Martin Z. Mollusk is
ping district, plus a long list of special urged to come out of his shell so it can be
events, an Ocean City vacation is com- determined if he sees his shadow, thereby
plete with sun, fun and long lasting mem- predicting a long and sunny summer!
ories for family members of all ages. The largest event held in Ocean City is
As quirky as it is traditional, Ocean City its annual Night In Venice, one of the
continues to promote special events that largest boat parades in the world. Boaters
attract families to the resort and keep and waterfront homeowners decorate
them coming back. Of course, many of their properties for a huge, fun-filled
the events are traditional old favorites, festival on the city’s bayside. It is surely
like the Baby Parade and Night In Venice, one event not to be missed.
their famous block parties, Farmer’s Mar- The end of the year is celebrated
ket, Flower Show and Car Shows. But by revelers of all ages at First Night
Ocean City’s true personality shines Ocean City on December 31st, featuring
through its more offbeat events like its fun entertainment thought the seaside
Freckles contest, Hermit Crab Beauty resort.
Pageant, French Fry sculpture, Martin Z. Accommodations run the gamut from
Mollusk Day and the very popular Doo family-affordable to the swankiest
Dah Parade, which kicks off the season of of abodes. Ocean City provides ample
unusual events when it is held every year hotel accommodations, bed & breakfast
on the Saturday following America’s Tax inns and vacation rental properties to
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