Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show Lands Philly Sports Legends

Annual event features Q&A sessions and meet-and-greets with NHL star John LeClair, MLB All-Star Larry Bowa, and Eagles rookie Jihaad Campbell.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 8:24pm

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of orange, black, red, white, green, and silver, representing the sports teams and players featured in the Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show story, without any identifiable logos or text.The annual Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show brings together Philadelphia sports legends to connect with fans and celebrate the region's rich athletic heritage.Ocean City Today

The 8th annual Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show is set to take place on April 25-26, featuring a lineup of iconic Philadelphia sports legends. Fans will have the opportunity to attend Q&A sessions and meet-and-greet events with former Flyers star John LeClair, Phillies great Larry Bowa, and current Eagles rookie Jihaad Campbell.

Why it matters

The Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show is a highly anticipated annual event that draws sports fans from across the region to the Jersey Shore town. The addition of these Philadelphia sports legends to the lineup is expected to further boost attendance and excitement for the show, which celebrates the area's rich sports history and culture.

The details

The show will feature sports memorabilia vendors, as well as live Q&A sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities with the Philadelphia sports stars. John LeClair, a six-time NHL All-Star who played 10 seasons with the Flyers, will participate in a Q&A from 12:30-1pm on Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet from 1-2pm. Five-time MLB All-Star and two-time Gold Glove winner Larry Bowa, who played 12 seasons with the Phillies and managed the team from 2001-2004, will have a Q&A from 2-2:30pm on Saturday, followed by a meet-and-greet from 2:30-3:30pm. Rookie Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell, a 2025 NFL All-Rookie Team selection, will have a Q&A from 12:30-1pm on Sunday, followed by a meet-and-greet from 1-2pm.

  • The 8th annual Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show will take place on Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026.
  • John LeClair's Q&A session is scheduled for 12:30-1pm on Saturday, April 25, followed by a meet-and-greet from 1-2pm.
  • Larry Bowa's Q&A session is scheduled for 2-2:30pm on Saturday, April 25, followed by a meet-and-greet from 2:30-3:30pm.
  • Jihaad Campbell's Q&A session is scheduled for 12:30-1pm on Sunday, April 26, followed by a meet-and-greet from 1-2pm.

The players

John LeClair

A six-time NHL All-Star selection who played 10 seasons with the Flyers, scoring 333 goals, the fifth-most in Flyers history. LeClair was an important member of the 1996-97 Flyers team that reached the Stanley Cup Finals.

Larry Bowa

A five-time MLB All-Star and two-time Gold Glove Award winner who played 12 seasons with the Phillies. Bowa also served as the Phillies' Manager from 2001-2004 and worked as a coach from 1988-96 and 2014-17. He was a key member of the 1980 Phillies World Series Championship team.

Jihaad Campbell

A linebacker selected with the 31st overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles. Campbell started 10 games during his rookie season and was named to the 2025 NFL All-Rookie Team after compiling 44 solo tackles, one interception, and two tackles for loss.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really looking forward to connecting with the fans in Ocean City and sharing some stories from my time with the Flyers.”

— John LeClair

“The Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show is always a great event, and I'm excited to be a part of it again this year.”

— Larry Bowa

“As a South Jersey native, it's an honor to be able to come back home and interact with the fans at this event.”

— Jihaad Campbell

What’s next

Fans can purchase advance tickets for the meet-and-greet sessions with the Philadelphia sports legends on the City of Ocean City Show Pass website.

The takeaway

The Ocean City Sports Memorabilia Show continues to attract top Philadelphia sports talent, providing fans with unique opportunities to connect with their heroes and celebrate the region's rich sports history.