Think the fun ends when summer does? Not in Ocean City. Each fall, Sunfest—the town’s signature end-of-season celebration—brings four days of live music, artisan shopping, and incredible food to the beach at the Inlet. If you’re planning to join the celebration, here’s what to expect, plus how to find the best Ocean City hotel deals for the weekend.
What Is Sunfest?
Held in late September, Sunfest has been an Ocean City tradition for over 50 years. The festival features hundreds of craft vendors from across the country, food stands serving local favorites, kids’ activities, and free live entertainment all weekend long—with headline concerts under the big top tent. It’s one of the most popular things to do in Ocean City, Maryland all year, drawing visitors from across the region for one last beach weekend.
Why Fall Might Be the Best Time to Visit
Locals will tell you: September and October are Ocean City’s hidden gems. The ocean is still warm from summer, the crowds have thinned, and Ocean City MD accommodations drop to some of their best rates of the year. If you’re hunting for hotel deals in Ocean City MD, the Sunfest season delivers—beach weather without peak-season prices.
Where to Stay for Sunfest
Make it a true getaway with an oceanfront stay. Princess Royale Oceanfront Resort at 91st Street features spacious suites with private balconies, a four-story tropical atrium with an Olympic-size indoor pool—ideal for cooler fall evenings—plus an on-site spa and dining. Spend your days at the festival and your mornings watching the sunrise over the Atlantic from your balcony.
Ready for one last beach weekend? Browse Ocean City MD hotel deals and book direct at PrincessRoyale.com for guaranteed lowest rates and exclusive Princess Perks.