Planning your family vacation and want to make sure there’s fun for the whole family – especially your kids? Look no further than Ocean City! Our beach town was named one of the top 10 best beaches in the US, and a huge reason is how family-friendly the town is! Join us as we take a look at all the things your kids can get up to while staying in OCMD.
1. Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum
Enjoy rare and unusual artifacts and oddities like shrunken heads, car part sculptures and more, and also interact with fun exhibits like the Vortex Tunnel.
2. Boardwalk Arcades
Step off the boardwalk and into a world of excitement at Ocean City’s boardwalk arcades, Sportland and Marty’s Playland. From classic games to modern thrills, your kids will love the endless fun and the chance to win awesome prizes.
3. The Kite Loft
Browse a variety of kites, toys, decor and more as well as enjoy events like a Giant Kite Show and lessons.
4. Flashback Old Time Photos
Go back in time with this fun photo opportunity. Dress up as cowboys, pirates, flappers, hillbillies and more – it’s a great keepsake to remember your vacation by. Check them out here!
5. Trimper Rides
Trimper Rides at the end of the boardwalk is a beacon of classic and nostalgic family fun. Little ones can enjoy gentle thrills like train rides, water boats, fire engines and of course, the historic carousel. Or if you and your kids are adrenaline lovers, you can check out their variety of rides and roller coasters. Trimper is a must visit when on the boardwalk in OC.
6. Fishing Charters
Enjoy the fishing experience of a lifetime. Ocean City Fishing Center has a variety of boats that’ll fit whatever your needs are, and all you have to bring is the food and drinks – they’ve got everything else.
7. Jet Skis
Experience the thrill of jet skiing with your kids! Rent a jet ski for a day of excitement and unforgettable memories. We recommend Oceanside Watersports at the Oceanic Fishing Pier.
8. Sea Rocket Adventures
Make all kinds of memories on the water. From parasailing to dolphin and sunset cruises, there’s fun for everyone when you book with Sea Rocket Adventures.
9. Go-Karts
Rev up the excitement with thrilling go-kart races. Perfect for families seeking a little adrenaline on vacation. We recommend Jolly Roger’s Speedworld.
10. Mini Golf
Tee up some family fun with mini-golf. There are countless mini-golf courses all over Ocean City. Whether you want to tee up with dinosaurs, vikings or pirates, or if you need an indoor course, there’s something for everyone – just pick a theme and there’s probably a course in OC to fit.
11. Bowling
Bowl a strike and make lasting memories at Ocean Lanes on 72nd Street. It’s the perfect activity for a rainy day!
12. Jolly Roger Amusements
Enjoy a day of fun like no other. Jolly Roger has everything you can imagine from one of the best water parks in the country, to one of the largest go-kart facility on the East Coast, and even mini golf, roller coasters, rides and two ferris wheels across their two locations – one on 30th Street and the other at the Ocean City Pier.
13. Frontier Town Adventure Park
Located just outside of Ocean City, splash and slide at Frontier Town‘s water park or giddy on up to their Western Experience and enjoy a show of trick riders, gunfights, and more. It’s a one of a kind experience you don’t want to miss.
14. Our Hotels: Hilton and Holiday Inn & Suites
Unwind at our family-friendly oceanfront hotels where your kids can splash in the Kids Activity Pool featuring waterslides and more. Our hotels also feature kids activities during the summer like story time and swimming with mermaids, juggling shows and lessons by Cascading Carlos, and more. And of course, your family can always hang out on the beach playing in the sand and the surf, all without leaving the hotel.
15. Summer Events
Experience the magic of Ocean City’s free summer events! Enjoy Sundaes in the Park at Northside Park on Sundays at 7pm from June 9th to September 2nd with ice cream, kids’ activities, live music (link to live music lineup), and fireworks.
Dance the night away at the OC Beach Dance Party with local DJs playing your favorite jams at the Caroline Street Stage on Mondays in July and August at 7:30pm.
Or grab a blanket and chairs and kick back for movie nights on the beach on 117th Street every Wednesday at 8:30pm from June 5th to August 14th. The movie schedule will be posted here.
Enjoy free concerts featuring local bands at Sunset Park on Thursdays at 7pm between July 11th and August 29th – you can check out the line up here.
Ocean City isn’t just a resort destination – it’s a paradise for families. From thrilling adventures to nostalgic experiences, there’s something for kids of all ages to enjoy. Whether you’re exploring Ripley’s oddities or racing go-karts at Jolly Roger, watching gunslingers at Frontier Town, a great vacation full of fun and smiles is guaranteed. And, when it’s time to unwind and relax, our hotels, Hilton and Holiday Inn & Suites offer endless fun for your kids and relaxation for you without leaving the hotel.
So, join us and see what Ocean City has to offer!
