October comes to a close in Ocean City with a full slate of Halloween events and the return of Dog Days on the Boardwalk. The early forecast for the week calls for clear and mild weather, ideal for families to enjoy these annual traditions.
The fun starts with the 76th annual Halloween Parade at 7:15 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 24). The parade travels a route on Asbury Avenue from Sixth Street to 11th Street and includes families, children and pets in costume, cheerleaders and dance teams, floats, musical entries and more.
Ocean City will welcome Vince Papale as the grand marshal of the annual Howl-O-Ween Parade on Saturday (Oct. 26).
Papale was a 30-year-old teacher, coach and part-time bartender in 1976 when he attended a public tryout for the Philadelphia Eagles. Not only did he make the team, but he became a fan favorite and earned the team’s “Man of the Year” honors in 1978 for his gritty play on special teams. His story is the subject of the film “Invincible.”…