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There was a Home & Garden Show earlier this month, but I don't know of another show coming up in the next few months.  Perhaps another Insider will have more information or visit www.ococean.com/events for all the most up-to-date event schedules.

Thank you,
Anna G.

OC is truly becoming a year-round resort with many businesses remaining open throughout the year (with limited operating hours).  What will be open this weekend?
Restaurants
     *  Seacrets
     *  Greene Turtle
     *  Buxy's
     *  Fager's Island
     *  etc.
Amusements
     *  Boardwalk Arcades
     *  Boardwalk Shops
     *  Outlets
     *  Biking on the Boards
     *  Kite Flying
     *  Laser Tag @ Planet Maze
     *  Bowling
     *  Movies
     *  Go-Karts

Relax.....and have a great time!
Anna G.

Should the weather be less than stellar, there are also two Old Pro indoor mini golf places; one on 67th St. and the other on 136th St.

There used to be outdoor grills at some of the condos, but they may have been removed for safety reasons.  If grilling is especially important, I would advise you to bring a George Forman (I know, not as good) or to rent a house on bayside that would have that as an amenity.  Good luck!

Many places throughout OC are open year round - such as the indoor mini-golf, restaurants, hotels, etc.  As for the boardwalk, some of the stores and attractions will not open until the 1st week of May for Springfest, however many have already started opening Thur - Sun for the weekend travelers. 

Since you will be traveling during the weekend, you will see many shops, restaurants, etc. open.  Just note it is weather driven and the operating hours are shorter than during summer.

Have a great mini-vacation!
Anna G.

Well, you will need to pay for your hotel for one night which in the summer can run anywhere from $150 to $500.
Money to eat.  Burgers at places like Burger King and McDonalds do cost a little more than in your home town.  Most burgers other places in town average about $5. plus drinks.  Meals for dinner will run around $15 to $60 per person depending on where you eat.
If you want to ride rides, rent a boat, amusements, and just general spending money plan on about $100 per person per day.
Plus if you want things like a t-shirt, or plan on buying Thrasher's Fries or Fisher's Popcorn or boardwalk treats, add some more for that.
Hope that helps some.

Lincoln Bus Tours also has buses going down to OC throughout the summer.  More information can be found on their website:  http://lincolnbus.com/multiday.html

Many places throughout OC are open year round - such as the indoor mini-golf, restaurants, hotels, etc.  As for the boardwalk, some of the stores and attractions will not open until the 1st week of May for Springfest, however many have already started opening Thur - Sun for the weekend travelers. 

A 12 year old will probably enjoy the mini-golf, arcades (several on the boards), or even a game of laser tag at Planet Maze.

Have a great mini-vacation!
Anna G.

August 16 - 19, 2012.  www.dewtour.com 

This a good location be to around all the action of the Boardwalk. It will be noiser at night than some locations as this is a major thoroughfare for car and foot traffic. If you want action and convenience, it is a good location. I would ensure you have parking at the house, as street parking can be hard.

Must do activities: eat at Seacrets, Fish Tales, and Dead Freddies (eat outside); lay mini-golf; spend a day and evening on the Boardwalk; walk the beach; take a trip to Assateague Island; and dance the night away at Seacrets.