PLAN YOUR VISIT
Make a Weekend of It in Ocean City
The E-Volution Expo is coming to Ocean City, Maryland, September 19–20, 2026. Come for the Expo. Stay for the beach, Boardwalk, restaurants, nightlife and everything #OCMD has to offer.
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Saturday, September 19 | 10 AM–5 PM
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Sunday, September 20 | 10 AM–4 PM
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Roland E. Powell Convention Center
Whether you’re coming for one day or making a weekend of it, here’s everything you need to plan your E-Volution experience.
WHAT TO EXPECT
More Than an Expo. A Weekend of Experiences.
Explore the ideas, technology and real-world innovations changing how we drive, live, build, power our homes and take care of ourselves and our communities.
Meet exhibitors, innovators, experts and local organizations while experiencing interactive displays, live demonstrations and hands-on activities throughout the weekend.
See It.
Explore electric and hybrid vehicles, smart-home technology, clean energy, health and wellness, sustainability, emerging technology and more.
Experience It.
Get behind the wheel during the EV + Hybrid Ride & Drive, explore interactive exhibits, see innovative technology up close and experience demonstrations happening throughout the weekend.
Learn From the Experts.
Hear practical insights and fresh perspectives during live expert panels Saturday and Sunday, covering topics that connect innovation with everyday life.
WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS
EV + Hybrid Ride & Drive
Get behind the wheel and experience select electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles firsthand.
Tesla Light Show
See Tesla vehicles transform the Convention Center parking lot into a synchronized light-and-sound experience.
BlackFly Flying Car
See one of the most exciting emerging approaches to personal aviation up close with the BlackFly all-electric aircraft on display at E-Volution Expo.
Interactive Exhibits & Live Demos
This isn’t an event built around rows of booths. Discover hands-on exhibits, demonstrations and experiences across mobility, technology, sustainability, health, wellness and modern living.
Expert Panels
Take a seat for conversations designed to make complex topics useful, understandable and relevant to everyday life.
Something for the Whole Family
Bring the family and explore interactive experiences designed for curious minds of all ages.
WELCOME TO OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND
The Expo Is Only Part of the Weekend.
Ocean City gives you 10 miles of beach, the iconic Boardwalk, waterfront dining, entertainment, shopping and plenty to explore before and after E-Volution Expo.
Turn your Expo visit into a coastal getaway: book your room, explore Ocean City and enjoy a weekend where the future meets the beach.
STAY CLOSE TO THE ACTION
Book Your Hotel
Make the most of your E-Volution weekend by staying in Ocean City. Explore our participating hotel options below and book your stay while availability lasts.
SeaLoft Oceanfront Hotel
We set out to create a boutique hotel that captures the easy rhythm of the tide and the friendly vibe of the boardwalk
Holiday Inn
Conveniently located on the Ocean City boardwalk, our full-suite hotel offers expansive views of the Atlantic Ocean and beachside vibes.
DoubleTree
Beachfront balconies boast Atlantic views at our Ocean City hotel. We're a 10-minute walk from Jolly Roger Amusement Park and waterfront fun at the Ocean City Boardwalk.
Hilton
We’re five blocks from the boardwalk, and less than a mile from the Roland E. Powell Convention Center and Jolly Roger Amusement Park.
Bonita Beach Hotel
All of the rooms at the Bonita Beach Hotel in Ocean City, MD have been recently renovated.
Holiday Inn Oceanfront
Experience the best of the Atlantic Coast at Holiday Inn Ocean City, just steps from the beach and minutes from Jolly Roger Amusement Park and the Ronald E. Powell Convention Center.
Everything You Need for the Weekend
Make Ocean City part of the experience. Choose from our featured hotels below and stay close to the Convention Center, beach, Boardwalk, dining, and entertainment.
Getting Here & Parking
E-Volution Expo is at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center at 4001 Coastal Highway. On-site parking is available, with additional transportation options throughout Ocean City.
Bringing an EV?
Ocean City offers multiple public EV charging locations, including DC fast and Level 2 chargers at the Convention Center. Find charging locations and details below.
There’s plenty to do when the Expo ends. Discover Ocean City’s beaches, Boardwalk, restaurants, nightlife, shopping, attractions, and waterfront experiences while you’re here.
Charging your electric car?
Ocean City is EV-ready. Use our charging map to find public and fast-charge stations across town — from the Convention Center parking lot and municipal lots to the West OC Park & Ride and Northside Park. Plug in. Recharge. Then get back to enjoying the waves, the boardwalk, and the E-Volution experience.
Charger Installations Include:
Roland E. Powell Convention Center South Lot
• 2 DC Fast Chargers
• 6 Level 2 Chargers
Worcester Street Parking Area
• 2 Level 2 Chargers
Ocean City 100th St Library
• 4 Level 2 Chargers
Northside Park
• 2 Level 2 Chargers
