Wine on the beach returns for the weekend

Thousands made their way to the inlet in Ocean City for some fun, try some drinks and listen to local live music.

This weekend brings the 23rd annual Wine Fest at the beach featuring wineries from across Maryland.

The tastings include micro-brewed beers, Delmarva cuisine, quality arts and crafts, and includes local and regional live music.

"I love it.  I always have a great time here we get a lot of wine and we stock up for the whole year…  There's a lot more vendors here this year than last year I think it's a lot bigger of an event I think every year it gets bigger.  With the car show going on I think that brought a few more people in too," said Ocean City resident Heather Johnson.

As attendance continues to grow, organizers have scrambled to keep the lines moving and reduce waiting.

This year the festival says it improved its layout and has better admission procedure which promises to facilitate entrance and enhance the festival experience.