EVENT DETAILS

BRONCO BEACH BASH

OCEAN CITY, MD

OCT 30-NOV 1, 2026

NEW DETAILS AND UPDATES

OCMD HQ - ROLAND POWELL CONVENTION CNETER

PACKET PICKUP IS IN THE LOBBY FRI-SUN 10 AM - 5 PM

The Convention Center is our main hub all weekend — check in, grab your packet, hang with vendors, and catch the biggest onsite activations.

Address:
Roland Powell Convention Center
4001 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842

Packets (Check-In)

Packet pickup is at at the Convention Center:

  • Thursday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

You’ll receive your event credentials, window stickers, and weekend info. (Some items are distributed at specific activations — see the full schedule below.)

What Happens at The Bash?? What Can You Do With Your Bronco and Crew??

  • Beach Cruises Every day!

  • A custom obstacle course made out of sand from the beach!

  • Vendors at the Convention Center!

  • Parties and Costume Contests

  • Spooky Halloween Vibes

  • The growing Ford Bronco community enjoying the OCMD beach

Food + Badge Perks

Your event credentials have a cool feature! Show badge gets 10% off at our hospitality partners during the event weekend.

FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENT

THURSDAY

9:00 AM – 6:00 PM — Vendor Set Up Day (Convention Center)

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM — Packet Pickup / Check-In (inside Convention Center Lobby)

FRIDAY

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM — Beach Cruise. Air down to 15-20 psi, staging is at the Inlet Parking Lot

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Packet Pickup / Check-In (Convention Center Lobby)

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Vendors are OPEN (Convention Center)

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Sand Course is OPEN (Inlet Lot on the beach)

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Shift #1

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM — Shift #2

5:00 PM – 8:00 PM — Welcome Party @ Fast Eddie’s OC
Food, drinks, meetups, and announcements. (address: 11805 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD)

SATURDAY

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM — Beach Cruise. Air down to 15-20 psi, staging is at the Inlet Parking Lot

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Packet Pickup / Check-In (Convention Center Lobby)

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Sand Course is OPEN (Inlet Lot on the beach)

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Shift #1

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM — Shift #2

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM — Shift #3

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — Vendors are OPEN (Convention Center)

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM — Main Show & Shine + Awards
4:00 PM — Award Ceremony

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM — Halloween Party & Costume Contest @ Blu Crabhouse with prizes

Must be costumed AND have Bronco decorated to be eligible for prizes (address: 2305 Philadelphia Ave, Ocean City, MD)

SUNDAY

7:00 AM – 9:00 AM — Beach Cruise. Air down to 15-20 psi, staging is at the Inlet Parking Lot

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM — Packet Pickup / Check-In (Convention Center Lobby)

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Sand Course is OPEN (Inlet Lot on the beach)

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Shift #1

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM — Vendors are OPEN (Convention Center)

QUICK FAQ / RULES

  • Bronco Beach Bash Ocean City takes place October 30 – November 1, 2026 in beautiful Ocean City, Maryland. The weekend features beach cruises, a sand obstacle course, vendor headquarters, show & shine, parties, and much more.

  • Activities take place throughout Ocean City, including:

    • Ocean City Convention Center

    • Ocean City Beach

    • Inlet Area

    • Official Partner Venues throughout town

    Your registration packet and event schedule will include exact locations for every activity.

  • All Broncos are welcome!

    Whether you own:

    • Classic Bronco (1966-1977)

    • Full Size Bronco

    • Bronco II

    • New Ford Bronco (2021+)

    • Bronco Sport

    ...you're invited to join us.

  • No!

    Spectators are welcome to visit the vendor areas and many public activities.

    Certain driving experiences, beach cruises, and participant-only activities require vehicle registration.

  • Registered participants receive access to many exclusive activities, including:

    • Official Beach Cruises

    • Sand Obstacle Course

    • Show & Shine

    • Participant Packet

    • Event Decals

    • Access to Participant Parties

    • Official Event Merchandise (when included)

    • Access to Vendor Specials and Giveaways

    Registration packages may vary, so please review your registration details before purchasing.

  • Yes.

    Each Bronco requires its own vehicle registration if it will participate in driving or judged activities.

    Passengers do not need separate vehicle registrations. Though additional passengers will require wristbands, which are available to purchase with your registration. Registration is good for driver and one passenger.

  • Absolutely!

    Bronco Beach Bash is a family-friendly event. Children are welcome at most daytime activities when accompanied by an adult.

    Please supervise children around moving vehicles and off-road activities.

  • Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome in many outdoor areas.

    Please remember:

    • Follow Ocean City leash laws.

    • Clean up after your pet.

    • Dogs are permitted insode the OC Convention Center

  • No.

    The course is designed to be fun and approachable for Broncos of every experience level.

    Course guides will be available, and staff members will direct traffic throughout the experience.

  • Not at all.

    Stock Broncos are encouraged to participate.

    Many participants attend in completely factory-equipped vehicles.

  • Yes!

    We're always looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with:

    • Registration

    • Parking

    • Vendor assistance

    • Course operations

    • Show & Shine

    • Information booths

    Contact us if you're interested in joining the team.

Questions? Hit us up!

Email: Brad@Live-Wire-Media.com

Hardwarestudiosocmd@gmail.com
Text: (443) 366-5944, (303) 877-4352

Packet Pick Up Information

You will be able to pick up your packet at the OC Convention Center each day of the event:

SITE MAP

Map of event area with color-coded sections in the top image, indicating registration, vendor, and show areas, with a beach cruise route shown in the bottom image, including start and exit points.

Broncos After Dark

Buck with us on Halloween Night! Our Bronco participants and vendors will be invited to exclusive (and very spooky) Social Events on both Friday and Saturday at partner venues around Ocean City. Be sure to decorate your Bronco and get a costume together for you and your crew as Bronco Beach Bash OBX will have a costume contest Saturday night at BLU Crabhouse this year!! Check the full schedule for details, and our social media for updates!

Questions? Text or email us!

We Are Also Accepting Vendors!

Email: Brad@Live-Wire-Media.com, Spencer at hardwarestudiosocmd@gmail.com
Text or Call: Brad at (443) 366-5944, Spencer at (303) 877-4352

Two people dressed in Halloween costumes standing next to a scarecrow decorated with Halloween lights in a parking lot at dusk, with cars and streetlights in the background.
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