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Nightly cones for a family can exceed a casual dinner by week’s end—declare two official dessert nights and use grocery freezer treats on other days. Sharing sundaes and pitchers of shakes stretches value. Boardwalk markup is real; it is also part of the tradition.
Sources: 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.
