The boardwalk is usually a great place to spend time with the kids, but when the art show takes over, it is time to take them somewhere else. There are a LOT of visitors, the area is crowded and the sun is usually blazing down. Unless the kids really enjoy following you around while you shop, you might want to find a sitter if the art show is a must-see. While there are food and drink vendors, the lines are long and the food overpriced. I am all for supporting local artists and artisans, but beware parents.
More than 450 artists and craftspeople sell their handmade creations along the boardwalk.