Ocean City, Md. — Easter Sunday brought more than just sunshine to Ocean City. Families packed the Boardwalk, attended church services, and gathered for meals as the town shifted into seasonal gear. The holiday weekend marked one of the first major crowds of the year. Visitors and locals took part in sunrise services and brunches, with many stopping by the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel for a buffet and Easter egg hunt. Children lined up for photos with the Easter Bunny while adults filled tables at the Reef 118 Oceanfront Restaurant. Businesses that had closed for the winter reopened ahead of the summer season. Warmer weather and the holiday gave many the push to head back to the beach. As shops and restaurants reopened, some were already bracing for the months ahead. Springfest — one of Ocean City’s largest events — is set to return April 24. With that on the calendar, local tourism officials expect traffic to build quickly heading into May.
