The Ocean City Boardwalk tram service will remain shut down through the summer of 2025.
Ocean City officials discussed the ongoing situation but have not made any decisions regarding the future of tram services for the upcoming summer.
The Town of Ocean City has suspended all boardwalk tram services until further notice after a tragic accident on the town's boardwalk took place the evening of Aug. 20. According to Ocean City Police, the tram crash resulted in the death of a 2-year-old boy.
Ocean City announces it will host two simultaneous fireworks displays on Thursday, July 4. With these two celebrations, the Ocean City Police Department anticipates heavy car and pedestrian traffic throughout the Town of Ocean City.
The Ocean City Transportation Division experienced a revenue shortfall in April 2024, falling 20.2% below projections. All major services, including parking, buses, and trams, saw decreased usage compared to the same period last year.