Right away, I knew something was odd because JS rarely sells out. The Music Fair was in an old-time hall on the boardwalk overlooking the beach and ocean. It was more like a dance hall with chairs in it. Inside was no drinks or food and bathrooms. You had to leave the theater to eat, drink, smoke, or anything else.
Ocean City is a dry town, no places to buy liquor at all.
It is also a family resort with lots of great amusement rides and attractions. So, the no booze idea makes sense. However, I didn't know this and spent an hour looking for an open bar on the boardwalk. When the place started filling up, something became very obvious. Right away, I sensed this was odd.