OCEAN CITY, Md. — The Ocean City Council has officially approved Kickin Event LLC to organize OC Bikefest for the 2025 and 2026 events, following the termination of the contract with OC Jams LLC.
As part of the agreement, Ocean City will waive rental fees for the Inlet parking lot and Roland E. Powell Convention Center, saving Kickin Event LLC approximately $90,000. The town anticipates recouping these costs through the increased business generated during the event, which typically brings large crowds to local restaurants, hotels, and shops.
A major change in the event’s lineup is the addition of a second Boardwalk ride, a popular feature that has previously only occurred once. Organizers plan to feature live music throughout the day, highlight vendors, and bring in well-known headliners in the evenings. Despite the change in promoters, enthusiasm for the event remains strong. Tickets worth more than $130,000 have already been sold, and the event is expected to attract between 10,000 and 20,000 attendees. The Chamber of Commerce sees the event as a great opportunity to boost local businesses. OC Bikefest 2025 is set to begin on September 10th and is expected to make a significant economic impact on the resort town.
