September in Ocean City: Air Show, Corvette Show and More

The annual Boardwalk Aerobatic Air Show starts at 1 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 13) over the beach and boardwalk in Ocean City between Sixth and 14th streets.

 

The traditional summer season is over, but September’s great weather remains, and that sets the stage for some of Ocean City’s most popular events of the year.

Here’s a look at what’s on tap for the month, highlighted by the Air Festival and the Aerobatic Air Show on Saturday and Sunday (Sept. 12 and 13):

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12

Air Festival: The first of two free city air festivals is set for the Ocean City Municipal Airport, 26th Street and Bay Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will feature ground displays of a B-25J Mitchell Bomber and World War II Grumman TBM Avenger. There will be air demonstrations, a paper airplane contest for children, face painting and food vendors.

There will be ground displays of a variety of aircraft plus military vehicles and       antique cars. The NJ Pine Barons RC Club will present exciting model airplane demonstrations with miniature jets soaring at 100 miles per hour. Helicopter and airplane rides will be available for purchase. There will be shuttle service from the Shelter Road lot (off Tennessee Avenue). For information, call (609) 525-9223 or visit www.oceancityvacation.com.

Street Rod Exhibition: This popular show features modified, classic cars on display. The one-day exhibition will be featured on the Tabernacle Grounds, 550 Wesley Ave. from 8 a.m. until noon, and then shown on the Boardwalk until 4 p.m. Call (609) 399-6111 for information.

The Fabulous Grease Band: The rock ‘n’ roll party band performs hits from five decades at the Ocean City Music Pier at 8 p.m. Tickets are $25. Call (609) 525-9248 or (609) 399-6111 or www.ocnj.us/boxoffice.

 

SUNDAY, SEPT. 13

The Boardwalk Aerobatic Air Show: Stunt planes highlight an exciting show over the beach and boardwalk in Ocean City that starts 1 p.m. with daring flights and maneuvers. View show from the beach or boards between Sixth Street and 14th Street. Thrill to the skills of the best stunt pilots in the world. Featuring the Redline 2-ship, RV8, Red Star and Dragon, Warbird Flights, USCG Search and Rescue Demonstration and lots more. For information, call (609) 399-6111 or visit www.oceancityvacation.com. This event is sponsored by the Ocean City Tourism Development and Ocean City Hospitality Associations. Show coordination and operation provided by David Shultz Air Shows, LLC.

Ocean City Pops — A Night in Old Vienna: The best of Johann Strauss Jr. with talented singers and award winning violinist, Robin Bolinger, 7:30 p.m. Sponsored by Manco and Manco in memory of the great POPS Conductor and Bassoonist Frank Ruggieri. Tickets $20/15. Call (609) 399-6111 or (609) 525-9248 or visit www.ocnj.us/boxoffice.

 

 

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16

Michael Hartman Roast: The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce roasts Michael Hartman, founder and director of the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company. Michael has brought Broadway quality shows to Ocean City. His company also offers theatre camps and theatrical training to youth and gives them the opportunity to perform in productions at the Music Pier and Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center. Michael frequently teams with the Ocean City Pops to stage Broadway Shows.

The Roast will be held at the Flanders hotel with a 6 p.m. social and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $55. RSVP by September 11^th to the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 1706, Ocean City, N.J. 08226, call (609) 399-1412 or access info@oceancitychamber.com.

 

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 19

Ocean City Board … Walk to Defeat ALS: Join this two-mile walk on the boardwalk to raise funds to support patient research in finding a cure for ALS. Registration 9 a.m. at the 6^th Street Practice Field. Walk begins 10 a.m. For information, call (609) 399-6111 or visit www.alsphiladelphia.org.

 

SUNDAY, SEPT. 20

The 25th Annual Corvette Show: More than 350 cars on display featuring models from every year the Corvette was manufactured. One of the largest exhibitions of its kind in the country. Corvettes will be displayed on the Boardwalk from 6^th to 14^th Sts. from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Partial proceeds benefit local charities. For information, visit www.boardwalkcorvettes.com or call (609) 457-0081.

OC Pops Twisted Strings: Alex DuPue and Miguel de Hoyas, a fiery violin and guitar duo, present an exciting program with the Pops. These virtuosos combine Latin and Rock with a classically contagious blend. Hughes Performing Arts Center, 6^th and Atlantic Ave. Sponsored by Dr. Matt Hamilton, Beach Buddies Animal Hospital, 7:30 p.m., tickets $20. For information, call (609) 399-6111 or (609) 525-9248 or access www.ocnj.us/boxoffice.

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 26

Walk for the Wounded: A three-mile walk on the boardwalk to raise money for wounded soldiers returning from overseas. A ceremony will be held just prior to the walk to honor our military heroes. Registration begins 8 a.m. in front of the Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. For information, call (609) 399-0012 ext. 1106                              or visit www.ochome.com.

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 27

OCNJ Half Marathon, 5K and 10-Mile Walk/Run: Half Marathon Registration $60 Sept. 1-23, $70 Sept. 24-27. NO RACE DAY registration. For information, call (609) 399-6111 or www.ocnj.us/Race-Events.