Pride Parade
June 28 2025
A march down the historic Ocean City boardwalk,
rainbow flags flying high.
THE 2025 PARADE IS ON!
JUNE 28 @ 10AM
We are SO excited to be holding the Ocean City Pride Parade on the Boardwalk once again for 2025. A free, all-ages event open to anyone who wants to show support for or celebrate with the queer community.
As in years past, we will meet at the inlet parking lot near the fishing pier at 10am to congregate, and begin the walk at 10:30am. We will march around the pier, up the boardwalk to 2nd street, and back to the meeting place. The walk will take approximately 30-45mins; we are generally finished by 11:30am.
There will be tables set up at the meeting place from our partners and sponsors and with our OC Pride merch; if you would like to table, please email ocmdpride@gmail.com.
QUESTIONS
Is the route ADA accessible? Can I ride a bike or drive?
Yes, it is accessible! Bikes are not permitted on the boardwalk after 10am, and cars are not permitted.
What should I wear?
Anything you want! (Just no nudity.) We suggest shoes you are comfortable walking a mile in, and your best Pride-representing apparel. We will have shirts to give away as well.
Are there performances/can I perform?
Unfortunately, there is no entertainment per our event permit, but we will have our trusty speaker for music :)
I’d like to volunteer!
Awesome! Email us at ocmdpride@gmail.com
What happens after the walk?
Head to The Buzzed Word, our OC Pride headquarters! They will have special drinks (nonalcoholic and alcoholic) for participants, tons of Pride goodies, and of course, books.
More questions? Email ocmdpride@gmail.com
Launched in 2023,
the Ocean City Pride Parade was a symbolic celebration. The first Pride march in town, and on the iconic boardwalk, it was a tremendous success with over 300 participants—helping show that ALL are welcome in this beach town, and that there is space for the queer community to gather, celebrate, and be ourselves here.
See photos from Pride 2024 here!