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Shop Friday before peak dinner hour or early Saturday before beach setup so you are not hunting milk in a crowded checkout line. West Ocean City stores can be less frantic than last-minute island runs during holiday weekends. Stock breakfast, water, and sunscreen before Saturday noon.
Sources: Visit Ocean City · Town of 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.
