Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Ocean City For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Ocean City.

🌱 Patch AM: Ocean City Council Names Leadership For New Terms

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Ocean City Theatre Company To Open Children's Series With 'Winnie the Pooh'

The July 7 show at the Ocean City Music Pier starts OCTC's 2026 Children's Theatre Series.

Ocean City Council Names Leadership For New Terms

Mayor Jay Gillian and Councilmen Sean Barnes, Tony Polcini and Jim Kelly took the oath at the Music Pier on Wednesday.

🌱 Patch AM: Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Ocean City

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Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Ocean City

The United States is playing in the Round of 32 with hopes of advancing in the World Cup. Here's where you can watch the game.

🌱 Patch AM: How one OCPD officer turned his hobbies into Ocean City businesses

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Patriotic Fun Set In Ocean City For July

The shore town's schedule includes family contests, concerts, bike parades, fireworks and a weekly drone show.

🌱 Patch AM: 3 Military Families Get Free Ocean City Vacation

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'The Drowsy Chaperone' To Play At Jersey Shore Theatre

The Tony Award-winning musical will be staged over two weekends at Margate Community Church, with a July 19 talkback.

Staycation, Simplified: Spend The Perfect Day Exploring Near Ocean City

From a brand partner: Beach days, boardwalk fun and local history make Ocean City staycations easy.

3 Military Families Get Free Ocean City Vacation

Post 524's Rest & Relaxation Program will bring three military families to Ocean City for a week of events and gifts.

🌱 Patch AM: What’s really at stake in Ocean City’s Wonderland Pier hotel fight?

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🌱 Patch AM: What Ocean City Council’s Wonderland Pier vote really changes for the boardwalk

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🌱 Patch AM: This Is NJ's Best Beach, Poll Says

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Real-Life Monopoly Game Coming To Atlantic City Boardwalk

Guests can spin a supersized prize wheel and place wagers where it lands, offering cash prizes, multipliers or a possible bonus round.

This Is NJ's Best Beach, Poll Says

USA TODAY readers voted this as the top beach in New Jersey.

Ocean City Moves Forward With Redevelopment Of Wonderland Site

The site was named an area in need of rehabilitation in a 5-2 vote Thursday.

Cape May County Seeks Film Ready Status To Attract TV, Movie Productions

Commissioners approved a resolution Tuesday to pursue a state designation aimed at easing film production.

Ocean City Opens Summer Concerts, Rolls Out July Events And Night In Venice Plans

The Music Pier season opens this week as Ocean City also previews weekly July events and Night in Venice plans.

Ocean City Man Awarded For Saving Girl From Drowning

Frank John LaFerrara earned the Carnegie Medal, the highest honor for civilian heroism, for his rescue of a drowning girl.

Duo Charged In Violent Jersey Shore Assault

One of the victims was beaten unconscious with a bottle, authorities said.

Where To Find First Responder Discounts Near Ocean City

From a brand partner: Explore local businesses that offer savings and special deals for law enforcement, firefighters and EMTs.

6 Capybaras Born At Cape May County Zoo

Marigold gave birth June 18, giving Cape May County Park and Zoo two capybara litters this year.

Ocean City Theatre Company Sets 15th Annual Broadway Brunch

The July 19 fundraiser at The Flanders Hotel will honor local supporters and recognize three graduating seniors.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Ocean City

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Ocean City.

Wonderland Redevelopment Vote To Be Held Thursday In Ocean City

A report recommended the site be named an area in need of rehabilitation.

Body Pulled From Water ID'd As Missing Ocean City Swimmer: Police

The 19-year-old man was boogie boarding when he disappeared on May 18.

'One-Man Rat Pack' Set To Open Ocean City Pops' 2026 Summer Season

The June 28 concert at the Ocean City Music Pier will feature Rat Pack hits backed by the Ocean City Pops.

Cape May County Zoo Mourns Loss of Snow Leopards

The zoo said Maliha died in April and Bataar was euthanized in early June after health problems.

3 Killed After Plane Taking Off From NJ Crashes: Police

The plane took off from Ocean City heading to Montgomery County and crashed in Maryland, authorities said.

Bovio Rubino Service Young Women’s Leadership Conference Prepares Attendees for the Future

South Jersey Rising Juniors and Seniors Selected for Exposure to Careers, Entrepreneurship and Wellness

Wildwoods Announces Return Of Air Show Over Beach, Boardwalk

The second-year event will run over the beach and boardwalk as the resort closes a season tied to America’s 250th birthday.

Somers Point Benefit Concert Will Support 3 Cancer Organizations

The June 28 show at Gateway Playhouse will feature three acts and raise money for three cancer groups.

Ocean City Music Pier Welcomes Back Miss New Jersey Competition

The pageant returns to the Music Pier after moving to Atlantic City in 2019, with a free Boardwalk parade on June 17.

Kitchen Fire Temporarily Closes Jersey Shore Restaurant, Officials Say

Firefighters extinguished the blaze within 15 minutes, according to officials.

Ocean City Subcommittee Makes Recommendations For Boardwalk Development

A boardwalk subcommittee said the large parcel could support a conditional mixed-use project tied to entertainment and lodging.

7 Enter Ocean City’s 2026 Miss Night in Venice Contest

The winner will be crowned July 20 after raising money for local nonprofit charities in Ocean City.

$125 Million 2026 Budget Adopted In Ocean City

The council approved the $125 million spending plan after receiving state clearance.

Missing 14-Year-Old Swimmer's Body Found At Jersey Shore

The boy went missing while swimming on an unguarded beach in Wildwood with classmates during a school trip on June 1, authorities said.