Noland,
The answer to your question is yes, the Boardwalk will be up and in full swing on Friday September 17th.... I assume you're coming for the weekend. The outdoor rides will be shut down, but other than that, everything else will be up and running.....
Ocean City and the Boardwalk don't shut down really anymore, the town has evolved into a year round resort.... so you'll find that most of the businesses, shops and restaurants in Ocean City have gone to a weekends only schedule at the very least. Yes, there are those businesses that do shut down for the season because they are primarily outdoors.... but other than that, you'll find Ocean City open for business 365 days per year!!!! Have a great time!
Answered: August 17, 2010