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Can a boat park for free in the West OC park and ride?
Submitted by Meaghan B, ocean city, Maryland on April 10, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
Boat trailer parking is generally prohibited on public streets in Ocena City and in municipal parking lots, so I suspect the answer is no, you cannot park there. There is boat trailer parking available in the parking lot at 100th St., bayside for a fee of  $10 a day or $50 a week (from April to Oct. 15).
Answered: April 11, 2012
I am planning a family fun day package for one of these day (July 28, Aug 4, or Aug 11). My family consists of approx. 45 people. This should include lunch and snacks. what are my options?
Submitted by Marcia W, Brooklyn, New York on April 10, 2012
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
1.  Jolly Rogers ( 410-289-4902 ) - not only can they provide a group rate for the water park, mini golf, go karts, etc., but offers catering services as well.

2.  Hotels - many hotels have group planners that would be happy to assist you in organizing your family fun day.  So whichever hotel you are staying, give them a call and ask if they have a group planner.

3.  Town of OC - with 45 people contact the Tourism office to see if they can assist in planning your event.

Hope this provides a few suggestions to aid in your planning.  Have a wonderful Family Fun Day!
Anna G.
Answered: April 11, 2012
My husband and I are planning on coming to OC next month and we were looking for hotels on the boardwalk? Also, will the boardwalk be open by then? (May 17th- 21st)Thank you
Submitted by Paula H, Bellefonte, Pennsylvania on April 9, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
That's Cruisin' OC weekend and everything will be open on the boards. Use these sites to check for hotels:
www.ococean.com/rodney-saves/accomodations
www.ocisfree.com
www.ocean-city.com
 If you haven't found a hotel yet, you may have a hard time since everyone wants to stay on the boardwalk to watch the daily car parades in the mornings.  But it's a great weekend to visit.  Check out the main car show at the Inlet, and the shows at the Convention Center and Hooters.  Lots of fun.
Answered: April 10, 2012
Where are the nearest grocery stores to 60th Street?
Submitted by Sherryl B, Missouri City, Texas on April 9, 2012
Centreville, VA
Insider since: 2010
There is a 7-11 on the bay side right around 60th Street. Not a full grocery store, but lots of provisions if you just need a couple of things. Rick's Market at 64th Street (bayside) will open in mid May, probably around 16 May. It is a mid-size local grocery store, but will have almost anything you would need. I shop there often. Superfresh is a bit larger. It is at 95th Street on the bayside. Food Lion is at 118th Street on the bayside. It is my preferred grocery store when I am buy lots of stuff for the week. Have fun in OC!
Answered: April 10, 2012
We are planning on participating in the May Cruisin' event and are Looking for a place to park 2 trucks and trailers. Thanks for the help.
Submitted by Frances F, Summit Point, West Virginia on April 9, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
We've had this question come up in the past. Here's what we had to say previously:
http://ococean.com/explore-oc/meet-the-insiders/get-answers/general/1566/trailer-parking-for-a-week

RVs and other oversized vehicles may not park in any municipal lot, public street or alley between June 1 and September 15 of each year by Town Ordinance. An oversized vehicle is defined as 21 feet, 2 inches or more in length, and 6 feet, 8 inches in width, needing more than one parking space. For more information, call the Ocean City Police Department at 410-723-6610.


Answered: April 9, 2012
Hey guys we just booked our hotel for the first full week of June & I was wondering if someone could tell me things we could do if it ends up being yuck rainy weather. I have 2 children 8 & 9 and we will be traveling 6 1/2 hrs ... im just worried with booking so far in advance that if the weather is yuck we are not gonna be able to enjoy much...
Submitted by Shannon P, Athens, Pennsylvania on April 7, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
First off, when it rains in OC, it's usually just for one day and pretty much hit and miss showers.  But for that one day, you could play indoor mini golf on 68th and 136th St,s. You could go ice skating at the Carousel Hotel (they have skates for rent there).
Visit the Ripley's Museum or the Life Saving Station Museum on the boardwalk, or even the Wheels of Yesterday Museum in West OC. Head to Assateague and visit the Nature Center there and drive through the park and see the wild ponies. Watch a show at the OC Jamboree. Go shopping at the Ocean City Outlets. Catch a movie. Go bowling! Have a picnic in your hotel.  When my kids were small, we'd head for the fish market, get some crabs and shrimp (already steamed), then head for the grocer and get a red checkered plastic tablecloth, some corn on the cob, chips, and paper plates, (and a cooked chicken if the kids didn't eat seafood) and spread it out on the balcony or the floor of the hotel room and have an indoor picnic! Then we'd play board games till bed time.   Always something to keep them busy.
Answered: April 9, 2012
I'm looking for a Balloon Guy or Magician who can mingle with about 150 ladies, aged 45-75, at an evening event in Ocean City, MD. Can you recommend anyone?
Submitted by NIna K, Ellicott City, Maryland on April 6, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
I don't personally know, but I found this gentleman on a web search and he looks like his act is just what you're looking for.
The Great Pauldini
http://www.thegreatpauldini.com/greatpauldini/Pauldini/new_about_the_great_pauldini.html
Answered: April 9, 2012
I am looking for condo with secured parking ample for car trailers.
Submitted by frances f, summit point, West Virginia on April 6, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
You would want to get a condo in the area of 100th St. There is a public lot there that allows trailer parking for a fee. 

For information, call the lot at 410-524-0038.

RVs and other oversized vehicles may not park in any municipal lot, public street or alley between June 1 and September 15 of each year by Town Ordinance. An oversized vehicle is defined as 21 feet, 2 inches or more in length, and 6 feet, 8 inches in width, needing more than one parking space. For more information, call the Ocean City Police Department at 410-723-6610.

Answered: April 9, 2012
My family and I will be coming to OC for our vacation 5/28-6/1. I was wondering what would be open on the board walk. As far as the rides, are they not open until the weekend? How about the games to win stuffed animals and such? We have a 3 year old little girl so fun activities are always important :) Any other suggestions are very helpful. We love coming to OC and counting down the days till vaca!!
Submitted by Kate R, Kent Island, Maryland on April 6, 2012
Johnstown Pa
Insider since: 2009
EVERYTHING will be open for business then.  That's Memorial Day and everything is officially open for business including amusement parks and water sports. Don't forget, there are indoor rides on the boardwalk that are especially for children your little girl's age. She can be a pirate on the Duckaneer pirate ship at the Talbot St. Pier.  Or take her to Assateague to see the wild ponies that live there.  And I always tell parents with small children to buy one of those small inflatable pools and put it beside your chairs on the beach. Add a few buckets of ocean water and your little one can jump in and out without worrying about the "big" water and waves.  The water warms very quickly in the small pools and will probably be warmer than the ocean water that time of year.  Have a great time!
Send for an official visitor guide at www.ococean.com/visitor-guide  to help you see what all there is to see and do.
Answered: April 9, 2012
Is there any rentals that are family and pet friendly with a pool?
Submitted by Cyndee C, Abington, Pennsylvania on April 5, 2012
Hanover, PA 17331
Insider since: 2008
Answered: April 9, 2012