Welcome to Boardwalk Rock! We're so excited to open the gates to Ocean City Inlet Beach for an amazing weekend of live music right on the water! Your Platinum perks will help you make the most of your weekend with great views, all-day dining and drinks, a private lounge and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything Platinum has to offer. We’ve also included essential info on our health and safety policies and general festival details. Be sure to share this with everyone in your group so all are in-the-know. And if there is anything we left off, email info@boardwalkrockfest.com with questions. We can’t wait to see you in the park!
2025 Boardwalk Rock Entry Policy
Safety at Boardwalk Rock
Please also remember our updated bag policy – and no liquids are allowed to be brought into Boardwalk Rock. How to Dress & What to Bring
Dress for comfort and be sure to check the weather forecast before you head out the door. The festival grounds are a combination of paved surfaces, boardwalk and sand, so choose your footwear accordingly. We recommend a hat and sunglasses, but if you forget anything, the Festival Store has lots of great merchandise offerings!
Platinum Wristbands - Remember to bring your wristband
Wristband Activation
Wristband activation ensures a smooth process when entering the festival each day and allows you to add emergency contact information to your wristband. All you need to do is enter your wristband ID number (located on the inside of your wristband) and contact info to activate.
Hours:
Saturday: 12pm - 11pm
Sunday: 12pm - 11pm
Location and Entry Gate:
Boardwalk Rock will take place at:
Ocean City Inlet Beach: 809 South Atlantic Ave Ocean City, MD 21842
Look for your dedicated Platinum entry lane at the main north entrance!
In addition to your Platinum dedicated entry lane at the main north entrance, there are entrances located all along the boardwalk, at Division Street, Caroline Street, Talbot Street, Somerset Plaza, Wicomico Street, Worcester Street, and South Division Street!
Platinum Lounge at Thunder Stage
Your main Platinum Lounge is your secluded oasis located by the Thunder Stage. Entrance is located just inside the North Main Entrance. Look for the Platinum entry portal on your left after you come in through the main entrance into the festival. Check the Premium Map for details! Inside, you’ll find everything you need to make the most your Boardwalk Rock weekend, including:
Front-of-Stage viewing of Thunder Stage
Beautifully decorated space with a variety of seating
Full-service bar with complimentary beer, wine, seltzers, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
Platinum Cafe including daily lunch, dinner and snacks - Check out your MENU HERE!
Premium, air-conditioned restrooms
Complimentary lockers and mobile chargers - please reserve yours at the Platinum concierge!
Concierge service — Our staff are here to assist you with any festival questions, wristband issues, festival survival supplies or anything else that comes up.
Platinum Lounge at Bolt Stage
You will have your own designated Platinum area at the Bolt Stage too! Located house-right (on the right if looking at the stage), you'll find your entrance located south of the Lightning Stage. Head straight through the VIP/Platinum entrance into your Platinum portal. Inside you'll find:
Private Bar with complimentary drinks
Picnic tables
A selection of snacks from 12:30pm - 9:30pm. MENU HERE!
Premium, air-conditioned restrooms
Your up-close and personal viewing area
*All viewing areas are limited capacity, standing-only, and available on a first-come, first-served basis
ALL-INCLUSIVE DINING AND DRINKS
Beverage Offerings
Have a drink on us at two full-service bars, each serving complimentary beer, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
Thunder Platinum Lounge Bar
Bolt Stage Viewing Area Bar
Dining Offerings
No need to go hungry with delicious bites all day in the Platinum Lounge. We’ll have a selection of hand-held favorites in the afternoon with an expanded range of hot and cold dishes in the evening hours. All food is served in the Café within the Thunder Stage Platinum Lounge and will include options for those with dietary requirements.
A selection of hot and cold snacks will be available at the Bolt Stage Platinum area from 12:30pm - 9:30pm.
By far one of the most popular perks of Platinum is access to fantastic stage viewing! We have exclusive spaces at all three stages.
*With the exception of ADA zones in the viewing areas, no chairs, blankets or towels are allowed. Any unattended blankets or towels will be removed, as spaces cannot be reserved.
Thunder Stage
Front-of-stage — Accessible from Platinum Lounge
On-stage viewing — Accessible from Platinum Lounge. *Pending artist approval, headliners unavailable. Bolt Stage
Front-of-stage, accessible via the Bolt Platinum Lounge
Includes full-service bar and air-conditioned restroom Lightning Stage
Front-of-stage, accessible via GA from house-left (the left of the stage as you’re looking at it)
As if all of the above isn’t enough, we also have these fun additions for you:
Rides at Jolly Roger! Join in on the fun at Jolly Roger with complimentary rides and games for festival guests. Some rides, like The Slingshot require additional fees.
Access to VIP and GA+ — Enjoy unfettered access to all VIP and GA+ areas
Merchandise gift — A special thank-you for our Platinum guests, available at the Platinum Concierge at Thunder Stage
Dedicated entrance lane into the festival. This lane is located at the main North Entrance. *During peak festival entry times, security may open this lane to all guests.
Dedicated check-out lane at the Festival Store