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Spring Block Party May 6, 2017

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Ocean City NJ Block Party in May 2014
Crowds typically jam Asbury Avenue between Fifth and 14th streets in Ocean City during the annual Spring Block Party .

Ocean City celebrates one of its most popular events, the Spring Block Party on Saturday May 6, 2017

The mile-long Spring Block Party that extends from 5th to 14th Sts. along Asbury Ave. attracts more than 40,000 visitors.

Over 350 juried crafters from throughout the east coast participate in the block party. An array of hand made products will be featured. Block Party hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Block party events include a variety of foods. There is a popular Greek Food Festival that has been featured at the event every year since it began.  Seafood, ribs, hot dogs, pizza, soft pretzels, bagels, baked goods and funnel cakes are also offered and more.

Bands, clowns and other entertainers are featured along the block party route.

There are free pony rides for children at the Tabernacle grounds, 6th and Asbury   Ave., from 1 to 4 p.m. There will be Public service displays for non-profit organizations off Asbury Ave. to Central Ave.

Free parking at downtown city lots & metered streets.