Fun Ways To Enjoy OCNJ With Your Family in the Winter
Ocean City is a hot spot for summer sun, sandy beaches, a bustling downtown, and a fun-filled boardwalk. But there are also plenty of family-friendly and fun things to do when the colder months of winter enter the picture. Make memories that last a lifetime and find brand-new ways to enjoy this beautiful beach town, even in the off-season. Learn more about all that OCNJ has to offer in the cold weather and browse our Ocean City beach rentals to book your escape!
Explore The Quiet, Serene Beaches
Bundle everyone up and go for a quiet walk on the beach. It’s sure to be less crowded than in the summer, and you can take in the beauty with a whole new view. Fly a kite, search for seashells and sea glass, and take group pictures with the gorgeous view behind you. If it’s not too cold, take a picnic lunch or snack and have a relaxing outdoor meal.
Enjoy Indoor Attractions
Ocean City offers a wide array of indoor things to do and see. Stay warm inside and visit the Ocean City Historical Museum, which is filled with artifacts, educational exhibits, and memorabilia of the area. If you visit in February, this museum hosts its annual Children's Victorian Tea, which is perfect for children ages five to ten. Indoor mini golf, local arcades, and movie theaters are also open and fun for every age group in your party.
Shop and Attend Winter Festivals
Ocean City is a shoppers' delight with retail stores, restaurants, and boutiques that remain open throughout the entire year. Many are right on the boardwalk and the perfect time to get special sales during the peak summer season. If you plan accordingly, there are also many winter festivals, holiday markets, and parades that are scheduled throughout the winter months.
Visit The Amazing Community Center Complex
In the winter, the hustle and bustle of Ocean City moves from Boardwalk to the Community Center Complex. which is home to the library, an arts center, a senior center, a historical museum, and a fitness center.
Visit The Ocean City Art Center And Take A Class
The Ocean City Arts Center features a different monthly art exhibit. They also have scheduled art classes for adults, teens, and children of all ages. Many are multiple-day projects, but there are also shorter ones. Refer to the arts center’s calendar for more information.
Take In The Area's Natural Beauty
If you like to go exploring the outdoors, Ocean City has many parks and outdoor spaces to enjoy winter sports and activities. Corson’s Inlet Park is ideal for hiking and taking in winter’s beautiful scenery. Bird watching is also popular in the winter months.
Dine in Fabulous Restaurants And Reconnect
Ocean City is an amazing combination of tranquility, adventure, and sights to see, especially in the winter when less people are coming and going. It’s a perfect getaway for families who want to relax, unwind and reconnect. The slower pace is appealing with shorter wait times at restaurants, sipping hot chocolate at a local coffee café and simply listening to the sound of the winter waves against the sandy beach.
Contact Berger Realty Today
The team at Berger Realty is here to help you find the perfect vacation rental. Choose from one of our many Ocean City NJ bayfront rentals or oceanfront rentals! Contact us today, and make arrangements to visit Ocean City this winter!
