Worcester County Humane Society | No Kill Shelter

Mardi Paws
2025-03-07 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Fager’s Island, 201 60th St, Ocean City, MD, 21842, United States
A FUN-DRAISING PAWTY YOU WON’T WANT TO MISS!!
Mardi Paws is a months long campaign where our Royal Court will be running against each other to see who can raise the most funds for our shelter and secure the title of King & Queen of Mardi Paws! Join us for a great time to support Ocean City’s only no-kill, non-profit animal shelter!

Food
Raffles
Live Music
Costume Contests
Prizes & More!

We are asking a few of our key partners to rally their friends, family & networks to support our mission! As a no-kill, non-profit, private organization, we do not receive ANY funding from the county & solely rely on our donors to keep our doors open. By simply donating to the Worcester County Humane Society, you are directly contributing to the care & wellbeing of the homeless animals in our area, while helping us get them into loving homes. Our Court will be holding lots of exciting one-off events to support this campaign which will gain them votes to win the title of King & Queen!
Be sure to secure your tickets & join us for the grand event on March 7, 2025 at Fager’s Island, where we’ll be throwing one heck of a party & crowning our top fundraising King & Queen of Mardi Paws!

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24th Annual Boardwalkin' for Pets
2025-04-12 | Ocean City Boardwalk
Join us for our 24th Annual Boardwalkin’ for Pets walk-a-thon!
Bring your 4-legged friend or adopt a shelter dog for the day. Meet at the Ocean City Inlet on the Boards and register to be eligible for prizes. Enjoy refreshments for people and canines. Registration starts at 8:30am. Contests begin at 10:45am. Walk the entire length of the boardwalk or to 12th Street.
REGISTER HERE!
HELP THE ANIMALS IN OUR COMMUNITY

Springfest
2025-04-24 - 2025-04-27 | Ocean City Inlet Parking Lot
Springfest is a lively four-day celebration that marks the arrival of spring and the anticipation of summer. Held in the Inlet Lot at the southern end of Ocean City’s iconic Boardwalk, this free event offers a fun-filled experience for all ages. Enjoy a wide range of musical performances throughout the event, with something for every taste.
Food lovers will be in heaven, as Springfest serves up an array of mouth-watering dishes, including Crab Cakes, Cheesesteaks, Funnel Cakes, and much more! You’ll also find a vibrant display of unique arts and crafts from talented artisans, offering one-of-a-kind creations for sale.
Whether you’re there for the food, the music, or the crafts, Springfest provides a perfect way to kick off the spring and summer seasons in Ocean City.
Thursday-Saturday: 10am-8pm
Sunday: 10am-6pm
For more information about Springfest, call the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Visitor’s Center at 410-289-2800.

11th Annual Pars for Paws Golf Tournament
2025-05-29 10:00 - 18:00 | 12367 Eagles Nest Road Berlin,, 12367 Eagles Nest Road, Berlin, MD, 21811, United States
On Thursday, May 29th The Worcester County Humane Society will be holding our 11th Annual Golf Tournament at Eagles Landing Golf Course. 10am Shotgun start. Registration starts @ 8:30 am. With your help, we will be able to raise money, to help us to continue in our mission and help many more animals in need.
REGISTER NOW!

Annual Doggie Swim: Worcester County Humane Society Benefit:
2025-08-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Mumford’s Landing Pool, 7351 Yacht Club Dr, Ocean Pines, MD, 21811, United States
Make a splash at Mumford’s Landing Pool in Ocean Pines on Saturday, September 6, 2025 (Rain date: September 9). Celebrate the end of summer with swim sessions for small dogs and all dogs, plus support the Worcester County Humane Society.
10:00 to 10:30 AM: Small dogs under 20 lbs.
10:30 AM to 2:00 PM: All dogs welcome
Cost: $8 per dog (free for humans). Donations of pet items or monetary gifts appreciated.

All handlers must be 18 years of age & youth under 17 must be accompanied by a registered adult
For more information call the Sports Core Pool 410-641-5255

Paws for a Cause: Canine Cancer Event
2025-09-06 15:00 - 19:00
Join us Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM for an afternoon of fun benefiting the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. Enjoy a dog parade, contests, bay swim, bone drop, pup cups, and more. Come out and meet some of our adoptable animals from the Worcester County Humane Society.
Registration: $20 for the first dog, $10 for each additional.

Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade
2025-10-25 12:00 | Ocean City Boardwalk at N. Division St.
Free to register! Register onsite at 12noon.
Donations for the Worcester County Humane Society will be collected!

Annual Cash Raffle
2025-12-13
Join Us for the 14th Annual WCHS Cash Raffle

Chances are $5/each or 5 for $20.
The drawing will be held on December 13th, 2025.
1st Prize – $2,500
2nd Prize – $1,000
3rd Prize – $500
4th Prize – $500
5th Prize – $500
All proceed with benefit our animals. You do not need to be present to win.

To purchase tickets, click here.
