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Sunfest often lands in September after Labor Day—check festival dates because they differ year to year. Labor Day crowds are beach-heavy; Sunfest adds a separate street-festival footprint later. Book lodging separately for each.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
