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Ocean City music festival cancels first day of 3-day event

Ocean City music festival cancels first day due to nor'easter threat

By · Published September 25, 2026  16:46 UTC · Updated September 25, 2026  17:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Ocean City music festival cancels first day due to nor'easter threat
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A nor'easter is intensifying off the Maryland coast, prompting the cancellation of the first day of the Oceans Calling 2026 music festival. The storm's track worsened on September 24, leading to the decision to cancel Friday's performances.

TicketNews reported that the event has been canceled as the nor'easter's impact worsens. WBOC TV and CBS News confirmed the cancellation, with the Baltimore Sun noting that the weekend's events remain uncertain.

The festival's organizers have not yet announced whether the remaining two days will proceed as scheduled.

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Why was the music festival canceled?

The cancellation was due to a nor'easter intensifying off the Maryland coast.

Will the remaining days of the festival proceed?

The organizers have not yet announced whether the remaining two days will take place.

Where is the music festival being held?

The festival is being held in Ocean City, Maryland.

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