Surfing festival, 'America's Got Talent' star and more events coming soon to Ocean City

Olivia Minzola, Salisbury Daily Times
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Ocean City's calendar is jampacked with fun events for people of all ages, making it a family-friendly, year-round destination. Councilmembers recently approved yet another handful of events and festivals at a Monday, June 5, meeting.

From a surfing festival to an "America's Got Talent" star to an emergency equipment event, check out an update on what's headed to the resort town in summer 2023 and beyond.

OC Surf Fest

The Ocean City Surf Club's largest fundraiser, OC Surf Fest, is slated to return to the resort town June 17. The festival, hosted by Castle in the Sand Hotel, is set to take place on 37th Street from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

"We invite everyone to come out and join us for this fun-filled entertaining day on the beach and in the ocean," the Ocean City Surf Club said in a May 17 Facebook post. "Spread the word! OC Surf Fest June 17th on 37th Street beach — see you there!"

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According to the Ocean City Surf Club, wave riders can assemble 5-person teams and compete for fun in the "Anything Goes Tag Team Challenge." In addition, spectators will have the chance to enjoy a live ocean rescue demonstration by the Ocean City Beach Patrol.

There will also be an array of beach and ocean games sure to keep children of all ages entertained. Adult attendees over the age of 21 will get to enjoy some Don Julio Ocean City Surf Club Margaritas as they watch the surfing action unfold.

An 'America's Got Talent' star in Ocean City

"America’s Got Talent" winner Terry Fator and his cast of puppets are coming to Ocean City with a new version of his Las Vegas show, “Terry Fator : On the Road Again." Fator's show will take place July 23 at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center, with doors opening at 6:15 p.m.

"Terry Fator: On the Road Again" features comedy, modern songs and favorites from the 60's, 70's, 80's and 90's, hilarious musical parodies and Terry’s unique ventriloquism skills that have made him a Las Vegas star for the past 13 years.

AMERICA'S GOT TALENT: ALL-STARS -- "101" Episode -- Pictured: Terry Fator -- (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)
AMERICA'S GOT TALENT: ALL-STARS -- "101" Episode -- Pictured: Terry Fator -- (Photo by: Trae Patton/NBC)

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The puppet “cast” includes audience favorites country superstar Walter T. Airdale, Vikki the Cougar, America’s first “quiet quitter” Duggie Scott Walker and Winston the Impersonating Turtle. Fator’s show is also said to feature a number of celebrity "guests," such as Elton John, David Bowie, Paul McCartney, Michael Jackson, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Junior.

Those interested in attending "Terry Fator: On the Road Again" can purchase tickets here.

Maryland State Firefighters Parade returning soon

Each June, the Maryland State Firemen's Association gathers for its annual Convention and Conference to provide insightful training and educational sessions for its membership.

The Maryland State Firefighters Parade, always a convention highlight, is set for Wednesday, June 21, and is expected to start at noon.

This year's 127th Maryland State Firemen's Association convention, which is slated to take place between June 18-23, will also feature an emergency equipment display on June 19. The DPC Emergency Equipment Hospitality event will occur from 5-8 p.m. on 37th Street between the alley and dune line along the midtown Street.

A "no parking" zone will be in affect from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the area of the emergency equipment display. More information on this year's firemen's convention can be found on the official MSFA website.

More events on the horizon

The Town of Ocean City presents a multitude of events throughout the year. The resort's signature events now include for 2023:

  • Pride Parade (June 24)

  • 4th of July Music & Fireworks (July 4)

  • White Marlin Open & Marlin Festival (Aug. 7-11)

Jeeps take to the sand for a beach crawl Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, in front of Somerset Plaza in Ocean City, Maryland.
Jeeps take to the sand for a beach crawl Thursday, Aug. 25, 2022, in front of Somerset Plaza in Ocean City, Maryland.

  • OC Jeep Week (Aug. 24-27)

  • Hot Air Balloon Festival (Aug. 25-27)

  • Wine on the Beach (Sept. 8-9)

  • OC Bikefest (Sept. 13-17)

  • Oceans Calling Festival (Sept. 29 - Oct. 1)

  • Endless Summer Cruisin’ (Oct. 5-9)

  • OC RV Show (Oct. 12-15)

  • Sunfest (Oct. 19-22)

  • Ocean City Running Festival (Oct. 28)

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Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com.

This article originally appeared on Salisbury Daily Times: Ocean City to host Surf Fest and comedian Terry Fator in coming weeks