OCEAN CITY – Red and White will mix with plenty of Pink this year as the Ocean City Alumni Association hosts the 17th Annual Red & White Weekend, part of the Ocean City High School Homecoming festivities.
The celebration begins Friday, Oct. 10, with a community-wide “Get Your Pink On” pre-game rally from 4 to 6 p.m. on the practice field at Carey Stadium, just ahead of the Red Raiders’ home football game.
The rally promises something for everyone — alumni, students, parents and fans. Attendees can enjoy free face painting, giveaways, school spirit, music and the Ocean City iconic Johnson’s Popcorn, with alumni magnets also available for purchase. In addition to the hometown pride, the event will spotlight breast cancer awareness. The AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute will share information and free giveaways promoting education and screenings, while CSC New Jersey at Gilda’s Club will offer pink hair ribbons for a $10 donation.
“This is a chance for the whole community to come together — whether you’re cheering for the team or showing support for breast cancer awareness, it’s about celebrating pride and purpose,” said Marcia McCulley, a 1989 OCHS graduate, Alumni Association president and breast cancer survivor.
The pre-game rally is sponsored by AtlantiCare, Let’s Party Events, and Johnson’s Popcorn, with support from Mayor Jay Gillian and Mike Allegretto (both OCHS alumnus), and the City of Ocean City.
For more information about Red & White Weekend events, contact Marcia McCulley at (609) 425-2911 or marciashallcross@yahoo.com.
Wear your Red. Show your White. Get your Pink On.