Ocean City Beach Badges 2026
Current Ocean City beach badge prices, discounts, and where to buy tags before you hit the sand.
Ocean City beach badge prices (2026)
| Badge type | Price |
|---|---|
| Daily badge | $10 |
| Weekly badge | $20 |
| Season badge | $35 |
| Kids under 12 | Free |
Prices are updated annually and may change — confirm with the town before you go.
Good to know
Season $30 before June 1. Under 12 FREE. Military/Veterans FREE with ID.
🕐 When badges are required
Jersey Shore beach badges are generally required from Memorial Day through Labor Day, roughly 9 AM to 5 PM while checkers are on duty. Early mornings, evenings, and the off-season are free at virtually every town.
🎫 Where to buy badges
Daily badges are sold at beach entrances by badge checkers — bring cash, since many don't take cards. Season badges are usually sold at the municipal building, often with early-bird discounts in spring.
Ocean City beach badge questions
How much is a beach badge in Ocean City?
In Ocean City, daily badges are $10, weekly badges are $20, and season badges are $35. Season $30 before June 1. Under 12 FREE. Military/Veterans FREE with ID.
Do kids need a beach badge in Ocean City?
Children under 12 do not need a badge in Ocean City.
Where can I buy Ocean City beach badges?
Daily badges are typically sold right at the beach entrances by badge checkers (bring cash — many don't take cards). Season badges are usually available at the municipal building or borough hall, often with early-bird discounts in spring.
When are beach badges required in Ocean City?
Like most Jersey Shore towns, Ocean City requires badges during the summer season — typically Memorial Day through Labor Day, roughly 9 AM to 5 PM when checkers are on duty. Early mornings, evenings, and the off-season are free.
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