r/OceanCity

Great video showcasing the sad state of business marketing and design I experienced recently in OC (I know it’s everywhere). Mind numbing, lazy, uninspired, and ugly as hell.

Why not set some standards and require businesses to maintain the beachy charm OC used to and still could have? Other places do it.

I asked this last year in the significantly less popular r/oceancitymd (guess I didn’t know this one existed lol)

I have been to ocean city a few times now but have only recently been an attendee of Oceans Calling and this year we will have the vast majority of the day free on Sunday. Looking for a place where we can watch, ideally, numerous NFL games on Sunday on the boardwalk. Like a place with Sunday Ticket that plays everything that’s on.

Previous recs included Pickles (tried that and was told it was a 5 hour wait lol like what why even offer anything) and Hooters (which ended up being pretty good as far as TV setup but like, best case scenario is never Hooters)

Staying on 18th off the boardwalk so anything between that and the festival grounds or even a little further past 18th is fine but would prefer to hit it otw into the fest.

TIAA bros.

Around 5:00 something this evening, a State Police helicopter landed right behind Jolly Roger’s Speedway on 30th. Also saw a fire truck and a couple cop cars, all lit up. Just curious what happened.

In the low-80s the jellyfish were not the problem today — it was flies. Swarms of biting and non-biting ones. Chased most people away. The flies couldn’t bite through rash guards/towels, but they were everywhere from 1-630. Bug spray did not deter them.

Visiting and staying in midtown. Family likes to go for walks after dinner / evenings. Any recommendations for area parks, neighborhoods, foot paths, etc. No beach (no sand). Have done boardwalk twice. Driving to destination is okay. Thanks in advance.

Are people swimming and boogie boarding at assateague? We're staying near 7th street and have only been able to get in for very brief periods of time without getting stung. Yesterday there was no one in the water and folks that did were getting stung multiple times within minutes. Is it worth while trying the beach out at assateague? Or not worth the effort

I'm on 81st Street. There are definitely some jellies, enough to keep my timid family from swimming. It's nothing like the videos I've seen from last week though! It's safe to play/walk on the edge of the water, and there are a few brave people swimming in the waves. I haven't heard anyone screaming about getting stung, and there are some kids walking along the beach collecting jellies in buckets.

The weather is absolutely incredible, A+ no notes.

Is there any places near that serve energy drinks or energy drinks”tea” like drinks similar to 7brew?

Not hating on it but this was my experience. Just spent the last week here as a first timer.. Did all kinds of stuff and ate at all the highly suggested places and still this place seemed like an absolute tourist trap the entire time. I couldn't have one fucking meal without someone trying to come take pics of us to make some $. I couldn't sit at the beach without someone offering to do the same. Way different than going to obx or Clearwater FL where it's way more chill.

Everything here just seemed overpriced and the food was all mid at best aside from a few spots. Bad monkey, dead Freddie's, longboard cafe awesome suggestions and those places were delicious.. However all of the boardwalk food sucked. The seafood was ok but for the cost of being here it was way overpriced for the experience.

I will say, we didn't let the jellys bother us and got to swim and visiting assateague island was amazing. Kids got to see the horses and really enjoyed that experience hiking around. Lots of good mini golf spots too, but I guess I just don't see a need to visit again.

What do y'all do when ya come down?

My wife, brother, and I just got into town. We are looking for places that won’t break the bank but be a good time when it comes to food/drinks. My wife and I tried Coastal Salt tonight since we just got into town and we were starving. It was good, but we were looking for something a little more relaxed. We have never been here so we were looking for suggestions. Thanks in advance.

Hey friends,

Looking for a recommendation on a place that has a mini golf course built for people with limited mobility. I’ve been to all the old pros and they typically take you up and down stairs to get to the various holes.

Is there a spot with little to no steps? Bonus points if it’s open late.

Stay tuned- apparently OCMD jellyfish problem is going to be on CNN with interviews with harbor master and some other people I can't remember right now🤦🏼‍♀️

Will be visiting in mid September for a fun long weekend with my mom. We used to go every year when I was young and havent been there in like 15 years, what should I expect?

I know bike week is the 9th-13th

and oceans calling is the 25th-27th

kite fest will be happening while we are there...

also staying on 1st street!

what will be closed on the boardwalk at that time? we are staying 18th-20th

I am looking for some hiking trails in and around northern Ocean City. I hit the gym early in the morning and would love to do my cardio outside. Please give me your suggestions. Thank you. 🙏