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New Year’s is Always Happy in Ocean City, Md.
12-05-2007
From energetic parties on New Year’s Eve to laidback and relaxing getaways, Ocean City has been busy planning for the busiest weekend of the winter. This year, the town is expecting an even greater influx of visitors due to the four-day weekend that lends itself to long distance travel. Ocean City’s most popular restaurants, clubs, hotels and attractions are offering special deals to ring in the New Year at off-peak season prices.
New Years Eve Celebrations- Dec. 31st
* For safety and convenience, The Ocean City transportation system offers free bus services from 6 a.m. on Dec. 31 to 6 a.m. on Jan. 1.
New Year’s Eve Family Celebration
Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway
6:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
General admission - $25 for adults, $12 for children (over the age of 4)
The 9th Annual Family New Year’s Eve Celebration is a night of fun and entertainment for all ages. Stroll from room-to-room and enjoy dancing, indoor rock climbing and karaoke until the giant Ocean City Beach Ball is dropped at midnight. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-551-7328.
Castaways - New Year’s Eve Party with The Blue Method and DJ Mike C.
64th Street & Bayfront
5 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
$55-$75
Party into the New Year with a four-course meal, open bar and great entertainment by The Blue Method and DJ Mike C. For more information visit www.castawaysoc.com.
Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel - 2007 Gala New Year’s Eve Party
10100 Coastal Highway
8 p.m. –3 a.m.
$145 per person
Gourmet dinner buffet, open bar, dancing and entertainment. Ocean view accommodation packages, which include the Gala New Year’s Eve Party, start at $259 plus tax for two nights and three days. Three nights and four-day packages start at $279 plus tax. For more information visit www.clarionoc.com.
Hotel at Fager’s Island - “Suite” Nights
60th Street & Bayside
Relax this New Year’ Eve with your special someone. Getaway “Suite” Nights packages include two nights accommodations, bottle of champagne, $50 Fager’s dinner coupons and continental breakfast delivered to your suite. Packages, which include $20 Fager’s lunch coupons and guest use of Deer Run Golf Course, are also available for $450. For more information visit www.fagers.com.
Princess Royale - Palmetto Ballroom Package
91st Street
$194 per person
Say goodbye to 2007 and hello to 2008 with two days and one night in an Ocean view suite. On New Year’s Eve enjoy a five-course dinner, open bar, music by “Out of Order,” dancing, a champagne toast, and party favors. For more information visit www.princessroyale.com.
New Year’s Day Activities- Jan. 1
Mayor & City Council Open House
City Hall, 3rd Street & Baltimore Ave.
1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Meet Ocean City Mayor Rick Meehan and other elected officials while enjoying themed exhibits, displays, live entertainment, storytellers and light refreshments. Outside exhibits include Ocean City Police, Fire and Emergency Services departments. For more information call 1-800-OC-OCEAN.
Atlantic General Hospital Penguin Swim
Princess Royale, 91st & Ocean
Registration- Noon Swim- 1 p.m.
Celebrate New Year’s by “getting wet for a good cause.” A cool dip in the Atlantic helps raise money for the local hospital, Atlantic General. For more info
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