Easter in Ocean City
The famous Easter Promenade tradition
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Easter Weekend at a Glance
Sunday
April 5, 2026
1 PM
Promenade Starts
April 4
Great Egg Hunt
Free
Beach Access
While You're in Ocean City
Make the most of your visit with these local highlights and essential info.
🎯 Don't Miss
- Ocean City Boardwalk — 2.5-mile boardwalk with amusement pier, classic food stands, and ocean views. Family Night every Thursday in July/August with free magicians, music, face painting.
- Playland's Castaway Cove — 30+ rides including GaleForce roller coaster, Python looping coaster, and Double Shot rising 110 feet. Free entry, pay-per-ride. Tickets never expire—look for half-price spring sales.
- Congo Falls Adventure Golf — THREE mini golf courses at $9.50/person: Congo Queen and Solomon's Mine outdoors, plus 100% air-conditioned Lost City indoors for rainy days. Giant animatronic King Kong, waterfalls, caves.
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Why Ocean City for Easter?
Ocean City's Easter Promenade is a beloved tradition dating back over a century. Families dress in their Easter finest and stroll the boardwalk, competing in the famous Easter bonnet contest near Music Pier. It's quintessential Jersey Shore family fun.
As a dry town focused on family values, Ocean City provides a wholesome Easter atmosphere. The Great Egg Hunt runs BOTH March 28 AND April 4, giving you two chances to collect eggs from boardwalk merchants.
Weather permitting, Easter weekend is perfect for biking the boardwalk, flying kites on the beach, and enjoying the first warm days of spring. Many restaurants open for the season, and the town welcomes families with open arms.
💕 Sample Romantic Weekend
Morning Beach Walk
Quiet beach stroll or sunrise service. Easter Bunny meet & greet at Soifer Park 9-11 AM March 28.
Great Egg Hunt
April 4, 1-3 PM: Collect eggs from boardwalk stores (6th-14th St). Ages up to 7.
Easter Promenade
Don your Easter bonnet and join the famous Promenade at 1 PM Easter Sunday.
Boardwalk Fun
Pizza at Manco's, explore shops, enjoy spring boardwalk atmosphere.
Romantic Restaurants
Reserve 2-3 weeks early for easter weekend. Many offer special prix-fixe menus.
The Chatterbox
$$American
Family favorite for breakfast and brunch
Varsity Inn
$$Seafood
Ocean views, holiday specials
Manco & Manco
$Pizza
Boardwalk institution
Jon & Patty's
$Cafe
Coffee and breakfast on the boards
Yellow Fin
$$$Seafood
Upscale BYOB, reserve ahead
Oves Restaurant
$Breakfast
Classic diner breakfast
Romantic B&Bs & Hotels
Ocean City's accommodations offer the perfect romantic retreat. Many offer special packages.
Flanders Hotel
Historic landmark
Rooftop views, elegant lobby, central location
Port-O-Call Hotel
Boardwalk access
Pool, steps from Promenade route
Beach Club Hotel
Budget option
Pool, free parking, close to boardwalk
VRBO Rentals
Home comfort
Full kitchens, space for families
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easter Weekend Tips
Promenade Tips
- • Arrive early to park near Music Pier
- • Bring your fanciest Easter bonnet
- • Contest judging near Music Pier
- • Dress in layers - spring weather varies
Great Egg Hunt Tips
- • Two dates: March 28 AND April 4
- • 1-3 PM, boardwalk stores 6th-14th St
- • Ages up to 7
- • Rain date is following day
OCNJ Essentials
- • Dry town - no alcohol sales
- • BYOB at sit-down restaurants
- • Family-focused atmosphere
- • Free beach until Memorial Day
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Join the Easter Promenade
Be part of Ocean City's beloved century-old Easter tradition.