Summertime is endless in Ocean City, Maryland.
Now, you can celebrate the unending season at the 27 th annual Endless Summer Cruisin . Here's everything you need to know about the big car show, including when it will take place, which celebrities are set to make an appearance, plus more.
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When and where will Endless Summer Cruisin take place?
Endless Summer Cruisin will roll into Ocean City this week from Thursday, Oct. 10, to Sunday, Oct. 13. The car show will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday.
The car show and its vendors will be hosted at the Ocean City Inlet Parking lot (809 South Atlantic Ave.) and Roland E. Powell Convention Center (4001 Coastal Highway). The cost to attend is $15 per day Thursday, Friday and Saturday and $10 on Sunday at the Inlet only. Children under the age of 14 are free with an adult.
The 27th annual Endless Summer Cruisin has sold out of advanced registrations. As stated online, a limited number of event registrations will be available beginning Wednesday, Oct. 9, at the Convention Center.
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Endless Summer Cruisin to host celeb guests, plus concerts in Ocean City
Scheduled to appear at this year's Endless Summer Cruisin is Cristy Lee, the host of Steal This House on HGTV, Celebrity IOU: Joyride on Discovery+, Barrett-Jackson LIVE on Discovery and co-host of Garage Squad and All Girls Garage on MotorTrend. Lee will be on-site Friday in the Inlet Parking lot and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Convention Center.
Another celeb who will be joining the Endless Summer Cruisin fun is Todd Bridges from the classic hit television show Diff'rent Strokes . Bridges will be at the event on Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the Convention Center and Saturday in the Inlet Parking lot. Like Lee, Bridges will be on-site to greet fans and fellow car enthusiasts.
Then, Sun Records Live! The Concert will take the stage on Thursday at 7 p.m., and feature the free-wheeling excitement and thrilling sounds of music legends including Elvis Presley, Johnnny Cash, Roy Orbison and Jerry Lee Lewis. The set list will include hits such as "Great Balls of Fire," "Hound Dog," "Pretty Woman," "That's All Right," "Folsom Prison Blues," "Blue Suede Shoes," "I Walk the Line," "Ring of Fire," "Whole Lotta Shaking Goin' On," "Jailhouse Rock," and more. Tickets can be purchased from the OC Box Office or from eTix .
Additional Endless Summer Cruisin events include the Boardwalk Cruises, which will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. The Boardwalk Cruises will start on 27th Street and go south to the Inlet. The Grand Finale Car Show will take place on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Inlet, with the Grand Finale Awards at 2 p.m.
Being held in conjunction with Endless Summer Cruisin will be the 43rd annual Hot Rod & Custom Car Show indoors at the Convention Center. An array of impressive show cars will be on display competing for cash and trophy awards. A full schedule of events can be found at https://specialeventpro.com/endless-summer-cruisin/event-schedule .
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Lower speed limits, increased fines this week in OCMD
With countless car enthusiasts headed to the resort town, Ocean City has designated a Special Event Zone beginning Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, through Sunday, Oct. 13, just prior to and during the Endless Summer Cruisin’ event.
The designated Special Event Zone reduces established speed limits, increases fines for violations and, in some cases, arrest. In addition, legislation signed in 2020 allows for increased penalties for specific motor vehicle violations.
During this time frame, citizens should expect an increased police presence. Officers from the Ocean City Police Department, Maryland State Police and the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office will strictly enforce all traffic laws. Significant traffic congestion and alternate traffic patterns are anticipated throughout the weekend as well.
Spectators are urged to keep the sidewalks clear for pedestrian traffic and should not incite the spinning of wheels or “burn-outs” by motorists. Officers will enforce all laws for spectators who incite drivers and enforce the violations with the driver.
Further, with high pedestrian traffic expected over the next few days, pedestrians are urged to "Walk Smart!" and always use crosswalks when crossing roadways. Wait for the signal to change, and ensure drivers see you while crossing.
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What Endless Summer Cruisin' attendees should know on trailer parking
The Ocean City Police Department would also like to remind everyone that there is no trailer or oversized vehicle parking on any street, paved public lot, or Baltimore Avenue at any time without a permit between May 1-Oct. 31.
Futhermore, Endless Summer Cruisin participants who park a trailer on town streets will need a trailer parking permit, which is available through the event promoter.
Limited paid trailer parking will be available at the 100th Street gravel lot. Parking permits are available for this on-site at the pay station. Limited free trailer parking will be available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride from Oct. 7-Oct. 14.
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If you go:
WHAT: 27th annual Endless Summer Cruisin
WHEN: Oct. 10-13, 2024
WHERE: Ocean City Inlet Parking Lot & Roland E. Powell Convention Center
INFO: https://specialeventpro.com/endless-summer-cruisin
Olivia Minzola covers communities on the Lower Shore. Contact her with tips and story ideas at ominzola@delmarvanow.com .
This article originally appeared on Salisbury Daily Times: Endless Summer Cruisin rolls into Ocean City: All to know on celebrities and much more
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