Exhibitions

63rd Annual
Boardwalk Art Show

August 7, 8 & 9, 2026

Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m
Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m

Entry Deadline: July 1, 2026

Join us for the 63rd Annual Boardwalk Art Show along the Ocean City Boardwalk the first full weekend in August 2026. Explore the magnificent display of artwork by talented artists from New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and New York. Discover incredible pieces in oils, acrylics, watercolor, drawing/ pastels, hand-pulled prints, mixed media, photography and sculpture. Whether you're a seasoned art collector or just starting out, this show is the perfect opportunity to enhance your collection with a one-of-a-kind purchase.

Don't miss out on this chance as awards will be given to top entries!

Annual Juried Art Show

November 2-21, 2026

Entry Deadline: October 24

Artist's Reception

November 13, 2026 7pm- 8:30pm

NEW AWARD ADDED IN 2025!

Elise L. Steinberg Award

$250 - Best Watercolor

NEW THIS YEAR - THEMED SHOW:  "RAIN"

Join us this November for our long-standing annual Juried Art Show, now featuring an exciting new addition—a themed exhibition centered on "Rain". We invite visual artists of all levels to interpret this theme through their own creative lens while contributing to a diverse showcase of work. The exhibition includes a wide range of mediums, including oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastels, mixed media, drawing, and printmaking. A panel of independent judges will carefully select the strongest pieces for the show, highlighting both technical skill and artistic vision.

Young Artist Showcase

2026 Theme

"From Sea to Shining Sea: Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday"
A Children's Art Show

We are pleased to host an exhibit dedicated to showcasing the talent
of student artists and to fundraising for student scholarships.
Artwork will be exhibited in the OC Community Center Atrium
from June 27 to July 29.

Reception: July 29 7:00pm
All OCSD and students and OCAC members
in grades K-8 are invited to apply.
EXTENDED SUBMISSION DEADLINE: JUNE 26

Juried Photography Show
2027 Theme: TBA

April 1 - 29, 2027

Drop off between March 10-23, 2027

Artists' Reception
Friday, April 9, 2027, 7pm - 8:30pm

The Ocean City Arts Center invites you to the Annual Juried Photography Show occurring April 1st to 29, 2026. This year's challenge is incorporating the theme 'Trouble' exploring various meanings, from literal hardships to more figurative challenges.