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Professional buskers and recurring acts typically need Town licenses or vendor-style permits with fee and insurance requirements—casual visitors should not assume an open-mic policy applies to paid amplification. Application lead times matter before Memorial Day openings. Check the Town special-events or business license desk rather than copying another performer’s setup.
Sources: Town of Ocean City · Visit Ocean City
Editorial visitor guidance for Ocean City, Maryland. Confirm current Town of Ocean City, Maryland DNR, NPS Assateague, and NWS rules when regulations or safety apply.
