Name: Martin Z. Mollusk Day
Start: 2026-05-01
End: 2026-05-01
Location: Ocean City

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Martin Z. Mollusk Day is scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM on the 9th Street beach. Ocean City's famous hermit crab mascot attempts to see his shadow and predict whether summer will arrive early. The lighthearted ceremony is a beloved Ocean City tradition and a fun kickoff to the spring event season.

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