Summer Kickoff: Flower Show, Farmers Market, Pageants, and Concerts Ready to Light Up Ocean City This June

Summer is officially rolling into Ocean City, and the June 2026 event calendar is packed with local traditions, athletic events, and world-class entertainment. From historic floral displays on the Boardwalk to the return of fresh local produce downtown, here is your complete guide to what’s happening around America’s Greatest Family Resort this month.

52nd Annual Flower Show Celebrates “Red, White and Blooms”

 The celebration kicks off on the Boardwalk as the Ocean City Flower Show returns to the historic Ocean City Music Pier from Friday, June 5 through Sunday, June 7.

Now in its 52nd year, this local favorite is presented by the Garden Club of Ocean City. This year’s theme, “Red, White and Blooms,” encourages enthusiasts of all ages to submit floral creations and horticultural displays celebrating our nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

Exhibitors will compete for awards across a variety of artistic design and horticulture categories. Beyond the competitive displays, attendees can browse a small sales pavilion.

• Where: Ocean City Music Pier (Moorlyn Terrace & The Boardwalk)
• When: Friday: 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. | Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. | Sunday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Admission: Free (Optional donations to the Garden Club are welcome)

Downtown Traditions: The Weekly Farmers Market Returns

 If you love fresh, locally grown produce and handmade goods, clear your Wednesday mornings. The popular weekly Farmers Market officially opens for the 2026 season on Wednesday, June 3.

Located on the grounds of the Ocean City Tabernacle (along Asbury Avenue between Fifth Street and Sixth Street), the market will run every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to noon through early September. In addition to Jersey-fresh agricultural products and specialty treats, local crafters will be set up along the 500 block of Asbury Avenue.

 Cast a Line: New PBA Local 61 Fishing Tournament

Anglers have a brand-new event to look forward to this season. On Sunday, June 7, the Ocean City Police Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 61 will sponsor its inaugural Fishing Tournament.

Teams of up to four anglers are invited to compete for cash prizes. Following a day out on the water, participants and supporters will head to American Legion Post 524 for the official weigh-in and a celebratory community barbecue. Printable registration forms and complete tournament rules can be found here.

On the Horizon: Emergency Responder 5K (June 13)

Registration is actively open for the newly renamed Emergency Responder 5-Kilometer Race on Saturday, June 13. Formerly known as the “Cop Chase,” the redesigned event honors all first responders. The event stages out of the Ocean City Civic Center (Sixth Street and Boardwalk), with race-day registration opening at 7 a.m. and the main event starting at 8:30 a.m.

The 5K and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk will travel down the Boardwalk and finish up on the Ocean City High School track. There are also plenty of events for kids on the field, including 50-meter and 100-meter dashes, alongside a 400-meter obstacle course. Sign up online.

More June Events at a Glance

 Mark your calendars for a jam-packed lineup running through the rest of the month:

• June 10, 17, & 24 – Weekly Farmers & Crafters Market: Tabernacle grounds and Asbury Avenue, 8 a.m. to noon.
• June 14 – Health, Fitness & Wellness Expo: Explore health food, wellness vendors, yoga, and fitness classes at the Music Pier from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Admission is free; contact Lisa Rumer at lrumer@ocnj.us for info).
• June 17 – Miss New Jersey Parade: Watch the 2026 contestants cruise down the Ocean City Boardwalk. The parade begins at 7 p.m.
• June 18–20 – Miss New Jersey Competition: The historic scholarship pageant takes over the Music Pier. Preliminary rounds run Thursday and Friday at 8 p.m., with the final crowning on Saturday night at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at missnewjersey.org.
• June 20 – Miss New Jersey’s Teen Competition: The next generation crowns its winner at the Music Pier at 1 p.m.
• June 27 – Antique Auto Show: Get an up-close look at over 300 classic vehicles on the Tabernacle grounds from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by a classic parade on the Boardwalk. Learn more at jerseycape.aaca.com.
• June 28 – Chica De Mayo Skate Party: An all-girls skate jam at the Ocean City Skate Park starting at 10 a.m. Free to attend (call 609-525-9304 for details).
• June 28 – Brandon Tomasello & The OC Pops: The Ocean City Pops launches its 2026 season with vocalist Brandon Tomasello bringing the classic Sinatra-era Rat Pack sound to the Music Pier stage at 7:30 p.m. Grab seats at [oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice](https://oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice).
• June 29 – Straight No Chaser: The world-famous a cappella group hits the stage live at the Music Pier at 7 p.m. Tickets are available via etix.com.

Where can I get tickets for the concerts and pageants at the Music Pier?

Tickets for the Miss New Jersey competitions can be purchased directly through missnewjersey.org. For the Ocean City Pops season opener featuring Brandon Tomasello, check the city’s official box office.

Tickets for Straight No Chaser are available online.

Is there an admission fee for the Flower Show or the Health & Wellness Expo?

 No, both the 52nd Annual Flower Show (June 5–7) and the Health, Fitness & Wellness Expo (June 14) are entirely free to attend. Voluntary, optional donations to the Garden Club of Ocean City are welcome at the Flower Show entrance.

How do I register for the Fishing Tournament or the Emergency Responder 5K?

• For the PBA Local 61 Fishing Tournament, you can find a printable registration form and itinerary at ocnj.us/events/99452.
• For the Emergency Responder 5K and Kids’ Track Events, online pre-registration is open at www.ocnj.us/race-events. You can also register on-site the morning of the race (June 13) starting at 7:00 a.m. at the Ocean City Civic Center.

Where exactly are the crafters located during the Wednesday Farmers Market?

While the produce and food specialties are arranged on the Tabernacle grounds, the accompanying crafters set up directly in the street along the 500 block of Asbury Avenue (near Sixth Street). The market runs every Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.