Nothing says Thanksgiving like a day at the beach!
While this may not be your typical turkey-day tradition. We’re here to suggest, it might be time to consider making it a new one!
Have you ever considered swapping your traditional Thanksgiving for something a little bit different, something that gives the whole family an opportunity to spend “Real” quality time together? If so, we think you should seriously consider escaping to Ocean City, Maryland for your Thanksgiving.
We have everything you’d have at home (Turkey, Pumpkin Pie, Football). Plus, we have the beach! What could be better?
Why choose Ocean City, MD for Thanksgiving?
To us, the answer to this question is simple. Why not? If Thanksgiving is all about enjoying quality time with family and friends…. and great FOOD, then we think our beach-town is the perfect place for you.
If you are visiting Ocean City, Maryland for Thanksgiving this year, or if you’re a planner and are already thinking about 2025, here are a few ways to make your OC Thanksgiving one to remember.
Create a new Thanksgiving Tradition!
Start Thanksgiving Morning with a Walk on the Beach!
Get some of your Thanksgiving morning cooking finished a day or two early and start your morning with a walk on the beach or the boardwalk! The sound of the crashing waves will make your Thanksgiving morning peaceful again!
Pro Tip: If you haven’t taken your annual family holiday photo, what better place than to do it on the beach??
Host Thanksgiving Dinner with a View
Many of our vacation rentals in Ocean City, MD come with well stocked kitchens. So, if you’re the lucky one who’s doing all the cooking you have everything you could need! So, go ahead and book an oceanfront vacation rental with a view to upgrade your usual Thanksgiving dinner backdrop.
Experience the Winterfest of Lights!
Head on over to Northside park in North Ocean City, MD to enjoy the Winterfest of Lights! This is one of our favorite events all year round and is a wonderful opportunity for the whole family to get into the holiday spirit. Learn more about the Winterfest of Lights here!
Enjoy Stress-Free Thanksgiving Dinner Options
Not in the mood to cook Thanksgiving dinner this year? There are plenty of restaurants in OC that are serving up some delicious food your family will love! Some of the restaurants in town have a special Thanksgiving menu, along with their traditional fare. Visit ococean.com to view all of the different restaurants who are open for Thanksgiving dinner this year!
Pro Tip: If you’re looking for a true culinary experience, visit Spain Wine Bar. Or, if you’d prefer thanksgiving dinner with a stunning bay view, visit Saltwater 75!
Enjoy the Long Weekend!
Once you’ve finally recovered from Thanksgiving dinner and are finally able to get off the couch or out of bed again, extend your celebration and enjoy the long weekend with some of these activities!
Black Friday Shopping
Head on over to the Outlets in West Ocean City or drive all the way up to the Rehoboth Outlets to partake in some Black Friday shopping & find your loved ones some Christmas gifts from the beach!
Explore Ocean City!
Visit ococean.com to learn of events happening while you’re in Ocean City for Thanksgiving! A few of our favorite places to visit this weekend include the Winterfest of Lights, Alley Oops, and of course we’ll be playing Indoor Mini-Golf at Old Pro!
Family Game Night at your Vacation Rental
Bring along your favorite board game or a deck of cards and enjoy some fun without screens!
Find Your Thanksgiving Home Away From Home
Book with us and find your next holiday vacation destination! Whether you’re looking for a smaller cozy condo or a luxurious penthouse, we’re sure we have an Ocean City, MD vacation rental that’s perfect for your family Thanksgiving!
Consider Ocean City for your 2025 Thanksgiving!
Thanks for reading! We hope you enjoyed learning a bit about how an Ocean City Thanksgiving can be so special!
If you’re thinking about booking that next vacation to Ocean City, head to our homepage at centraloc.com. If you have any questions, PLEASE do not hesitate to reach out. Our amazing local staff is here to help! We can be reached by email at info@centraloc.com or phone at (410) 723-4111.
Thanks for reading!
The Team at Central Reservations
Ocean City’s Vacation Rental Leaders
See you at the beach soon!