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In-Person Events in and Around Salisbury & Ocean City, Md. August 2025

In-Person Events in and Around Salisbury & Ocean City, Md. August 2025
 Summer Rolls on with Concerts, Beach Events, Summer Camps, the White Marlin Open, & the Wicomico County Fair.
Continuous (2025) / Recreational Events for Youth and Adults sponsored by Wicomico County Recreation and Parks. See the entire list at https://www.wicomicorecandparks.org/recreation-programs. Note: Register your children (ages 8 – 14) for All-Sports Day Camp (Camp takes place from Aug. 4 – 8.) Go here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/wicomicorecandparks/activity/search/detail/4483?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true.
Continuous (2025) / Live Entertainment at Area Bars and Restaurants.Check performance schedules at these popular eateries: Brew River, 502 W. Main St., Salisbury, https://brewriver.com/calendar/; Seacrets, 117 49th St., Ocean City, https://seacrets.com/calendar/; Evo (Evolution Craft Brewing Co.), 201 E. Vine St., Salisbury, https://www.evolutioncraftbrewing.com/entertainment; Cactus Taverna, 2420 N. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury, https://www.facebook.com/CactusTaverna; Market Street Inn,130 W. Market Street, Salisbury. https://www.marketstreetinnsalisbury.com/events.
Continuous (2025) / View Tripadvisor’s Extensive List of Restaurants in and near Salisbury and Ocean City, Md. / Salisbury: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurants-g41365-Salisbury_Maryland.html. Ocean City: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurants-g41298-Ocean_City_Maryland.html.
Sundays thru October 2025 / Berlin Farmers Market,located on Main, Pitts, and Commerce Streets, Berlin, Md. Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (rain or shine) https://berlinmainstreet.com/farmersmarket/
Sundays thru Aug. 31, 2025 / Sundaes in the Park & Fireworks, Northside Park, 127th Street and the Bay, Ocean City. Enjoy live music and beautiful sunsets while enjoying ice cream sundaes (available for purchase) with your family. Additional free activities are available for children. Fireworks begin every week at the end of the concert. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs. Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Admission is free. To view a list of scheduled musicians, visit https://www.ococean.com/things-to-do/free-family-fun/sundaes-in-the-park/
Wednesdays thru Aug. 16, 2025 / Movies at the Beach,on the sand at the Carousel Hotel, 118th St., Ocean City. Come watch a family film on a giant outdoor screen. Movies are free and will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. or when dark. For 2025 movie titles, visit https://www.ococean.com/things-to-do/free-family-fun/movies-on-the-beach/
Thursdays thru Aug. 28, 2025 / Sunset Park Party Nights, South Division St. and the Bay, Ocean City. Dance to the music as you enjoy a beautiful sunset. Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Free. https://www.ococean.com/things-to-do/free-family-fun/sunset-park-party-nights/
Saturdays in Aug. 2025 / Salisbury Ghost Walk, commencing at Unity Square, downtown. A nighttime walk in and around the Salisbury Plaza. “Hear about the Tory mercenary and his unfortunate skull, murders at the old courthouse, a deceased administrative assistant who is still assisting, and two firehouses—both said to be haunted by Salisbury firemen of the past. Some even say that Salisbury University has a haunted building on its grounds. You’ll hear that story too, as well as the ghosts of Poplar Hill Mansion.”  Starting time: 7:30 p.m. (Tour lasts 1 hr. and 45 min.) Tickets: Adults, $25; children (8 – 12 years old), $20; children under eight years, free. https://fareharbor.com/chesapeakeghostwalks/items/37044/.
Aug. 2025 / Appearing this month at the Freeman Arts Pavilion, 31806 Lakeview Dr., Selbyville, Del. August’s headliners include John Fogerty (Aug. 2); Foreigner (Aug. 4); A Tribute to Abba (Aug. 8); Dark Star Orchestra (Grateful Dead tribute) (Aug. 13); Comedian Jim Gaffigan (Aug. 15); Clear Space Theater Co. Presents Hairspray(Aug. 19); Twitty and Lynn: Together Again (Conway Twitty & Loretta Lynn’s grandchildren!) (Aug. 23); Changes in Latitudes (Jimmy Buffett tribute) (Aug. 30); and Maren Morris (Aug. 31). See other performers here: https://www.freemanarts.org/events-tickets/upcoming-performances?p=2.
Aug. 1, 2025 (Fri.) / Uncle Kunkel’s One Gram Band  performs at “Friday Night Live” at Unity Square, 100 Circle Park, downtown Salisbury.  Time: 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. Free. https://salisbury.md/fridaynightlive.
Aug. 4 – 8, 2025 (Mon. – Fri.) / 52nd Annual White Marlin Open, Harbour Island, 14th St., Bayside, Ocean City. Watch the boats come in and weigh their catches as they compete for huge cash prizes. Details here: https://www.ococean.com/event/52nd-annual-white-marlin-open/2251/
Aug. 4, 11, & 18 (2025) (Mondays) / Start Dates for Numerous Summer Camps in Ocean City.The city offers activity-themed camping experiences for children of various ages. See locations and activities, and register online here:  https://camps.oceancitymd.gov/summer-camp-schedule/
Aug. 7, 2025 (Thurs.) / Summerfest Event for Youth and Families at the Indian Village Playground, 903 Manoa Blvd., Salisbury. “Spend the evening at a community park during Summerfest, a free event series for kids. Children can play games, socialize with family and friends, listen to good music, grab a snack, and participate in themed activities.” Time: 5 – 8 p.m. Info. here: https://www.wicomicorecandparks.org/programs/special-events/summerfest.
Aug. 7, 2025 () / The Ultimate Las Vegas Variety Show at the Ocean City Performing Arts Center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Anthony and Eddie Edwards use state-of-the-art make-up to look and sound like Sonny & Cher, Billy Joel, Elton John, Neil Diamond, Roy Orbison, Willie Nelson, Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Rod Stewart, Bette Midler, Olivia Newton John, Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Frankie Valli, Tom Jones, and many more. All live vocals. Time: 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $40.55 – $61.90. https://www.ococean.com/event/the-ultimate-vegas-variety-show/2392/
Aug. 8, 2025 (Fri.) / The Sound Bites Tour presents Bootleg Bros. at Burnish Beer Co., 2305 Northwood Dr., Salisbury. Time 6 – 9 p.m. https://burnishbeerco.com/calendar.
Aug. 10, 2025 (Sun.) / Summer Carnival: The Ultimate Fun-Day Experience at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center, 500 Glen Ave., Salisbury. This kid-focused event will include characters, carnival games, Nerf games, bounce houses, face painting, circus actors, a D.J., a petting zoo, tasty treats, mini golf, a reptile show, a princess tea party, and music by Mike Hines & the Look (appearing at 3 p.m.). Event times: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Tickets: $10 per person + fees. Children age two and under are free. https://www.wicomicociviccenter.org/schedule-of-events/summer-carnival.
Aug. 13, 2025 (Wed.) / Family Law Help Services at the Westside Community Center, Bivalve, Md. Look for the Wicomico County Library’s Mobile Learning Lab. Get free legal assistance from licensed attorneys via Zoom. Also get help in preparing legal documents.  Services cover family law topics like divorce, custody, name changes, and court preparation. No appointments are needed. In partnership with the Circuit Court for Wicomico County Family Services Program. Time: 1 – 4 p.m. https://www.wicomicolibrary.org/event/family-law-help-services-14970.
Aug. 13 – 17, 2025 (Wed. – Sun.) / 20th annual “Artists Paint OC,” where artists bring the Ocean City area to life through plein-air painting.Artists will set up along the boardwalk, streets, harbors, bay, and marshes to capture the beauty of the coastal town. Sponsored by the Art League of Ocean City. Times: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. https://artleagueofoceancity.org/events/category/event/list/
Aug. 15, 2025 (Fri.) / Third Friday, Downtown Salisbury.Enjoy vendors, art, food, and live music from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. This month’s theme is “Time Warp: Disco.” https://www.3rdfridaysby.com/line-up.
Aug. 15 – 17 2025 (Fri. – Sun.) / Wicomico County Fair, Winterplace Park, Salisbury. Carnival rides, livestock exhibits, competitions, home arts, auctions, a five-foot fry pan, music, and local vendors. Admission and parking are free. Times: Fri., 4 – 9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; Sun., 12 – 6 p.m. For the full schedule of events, go here: https://www.wicomicofair.com/schedule. 
Aug. 16 & 17, 2025 (Sat. & Sun.) / Repticon Reptile & Exotic Animal Show at the Wicomico County Civic Center, 500 Glen Ave., Salisbury. Featuring live-animal encounters and seminars on the hour every day. Purchase reptiles and other exotic pets from quality breeders. Times: Sat., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets: Adults, single-day, $12 – $15; children (ages 5 – 12), single-day, $6 – $7; adults, both days: $15 – $20; children (ages 5 – 12) both days, $6 – $7. Tickets sold only online. Go here to purchase: https://repticon.com/tickets/
Aug. 21 – 24, 2025 (Thurs. – Sun.*) / Summer Send-Off, on the beach from Dorchester to Third St., Ocean City. Hot-air balloons, laser shows, and giant kites. *Events will take place on two days between Aug. 21 – 24. The two days selected will depend on the weather. Follow O.C. social media for updates. Event details here: https://www.ococean.com/events/summer-send-off/
Aug. 22, 2025 (Fri.) / The Sound Bites Tour presents On the Edge at Brew River, 502 West Main St., Salisbury. Time 6 – 9 p.m. https://www.downtownsby.com/events/event-calendar.
Aug. 23, 2025 (Sat.) / Berlin Chili Pepper Festival, downtown Berlin, Md. Music, vendors, competitions, and special restaurant offerings featuring chili peppers and sauces. Live music from the Hot Sauce Band (noon – 1:30 p.m.) and the Mariachi Los Mensajeros Band (3 -5 p.m.).  Event time: Noon – 5 p.m. Admission is free. https://berlinmainstreet.com/berlin-chili-pepper-festival/
Aug. 24, 2025 (Sun.) / The Red NOT Chili Peppers in concert at the Morley Hall Nite Club, Seacrets, 49th St. at the Bay, Ocean City. Time: Doors open at 9 p.m. Cover charge: $10. Free with local I.D. and gold card. Must be 21 or older. https://seacrets.com/summer-concert-series/

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