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About Boardwalk At Ocean Beach

Welcome to Boardwalk At Ocean Beach, a vibrant event venue set on the scenic Ocean Beach Park in New London, Connecticut. With an outdoor boardwalk stage and versatile indoor spaces, this venue hosts a wide range of performances and community events—from Cruise Night and Ocean Beach Park Music Series to Boardwalk Dancing and Polka Days. Whether you’re planning a large festival, a mid-size corporate gathering, or an intimate celebration, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure seats and plan your visit.

Here’s what to know about parking, transportation, seating configurations, and nearby hotel and dining options to make your experience smooth and enjoyable.

Boardwalk At Ocean Beach combines a classic seaside setting with flexible spaces to fit diverse events. Indoor spaces like Port 'N' Starboard (banquet hall), Nautilus, and Pilot House offer configurable layouts per event, with Port 'N' Starboard capable of accommodating up to 1,200 people standing. The broader park complex supports larger gatherings with an overall event-capacity of around 11,200 across spaces. Plan ahead for parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to ensure a seamless outing as you enjoy coastal Connecticut culture and live performances.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Official location: Ocean Beach Park, 98 Neptune Ave, New London, CT 06320.
  • Venue type and spaces: Outdoor boardwalk stage plus indoor spaces Port 'N' Starboard (banquet hall), Nautilus, Pilot House (spaces and layouts vary).
  • Indoor capacity: up to 1,200 standing in Port 'N' Starboard; overall venue capacity cited around 11,200 for the park’s event spaces.
  • Seating chart: No single public fixed seating chart for the outdoor boardwalk; indoor spaces have floor plans and configurations per event.
  • Parking: Paid parking (2025 rates commonly cited); Weekdays around $30, weekends/holidays around $40.
  • Transit: SEAT Route 13 serves New London/Ocean Beach area; connections from New London Union Station available.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn New London–Mystic Area (35 Governor Winthrop Blvd), Clarion Inn New London–Mystic (269 N Frontage Rd), Red Roof Inn Mystic–New London (707 Colman St).
  • Notable events: Cruise Night, Boardwalk Magic, Ocean Beach Park Music Series, Boardwalk Dancing; Polka Days special events.