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 VIP perks will help you make the most of your weekend with great views, a private lounge and more!
We’ve compiled this guide to help you take full advantage of everything VIP 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!
VIP 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
In addition to 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!
VIP Lounge at Thunder Stage
The VIP lounge is located by the Thunder stage. Look for the VIP entry portal just inside the main north entrance to the park, on your left as you are walking in. Check the Premium Map for details! Inside you’ll find everything you need to make the most your Boardwalk Rock weekend, including:
Seated Viewing Bleachers — These seated bleachers will provide views of the Thunder stage and the ocean
VIP Bar — Never go thirsty with the wide range of beverage options for purchase, plus complimentary water
Air-conditioned restrooms
Festival Merch Pop-Up Store — Skip the lines and grab some festival merch right from the lounge!
Lockers and mobile charging units — Available for purchase by day or for the weekend
*All front-of-stage viewing areas are limited capacity, standing-only, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Towels, blankets, and chairs are not permitted in viewing areas.
VIP Lounge at Bolt Stage
You will have your own designated VIP 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. Inside you'll find
Private Bar, for purchase
Air-conditioned restrooms
Your up-close and personal viewing area
Beverage Offerings
Enjoy the convenience of bar service directly within the Thunder Stage VIP Lounge and Bolt Stage VIP Lounge with a selection of beer, wine, seltzers, spirits and non-alcoholic options. All items for purchase except water, which is complimentary.
Your VIP ticket gives you access to some sweet viewing areas for Thunder, Bolt, and Lightning stages. Please note that while viewing areas are ample, they are subject to capacity and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
*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 — A designated area near the front of the stage located house-left (on the left side if looking at stage)
Seated Viewing Bleachers — Located within the VIP Lounge, these seated bleachers provide views of the stage, crowd, and ocean
Bolt Stage
Front-of-stage — A designated area near the front of the stage located house-right (on the right side if looking at stage)
Lightning Stage
Front-of-stage — A designated area near the front of the stage located house-left (on the left side if looking at stage)