Whitney’s Weekly Picks
The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
There are some really fun happenings coming up so make sure to support your local venues and get your tickets in advance. You don’t want to miss out on any fun! Oh, and feel free to tag me in your photos and videos.
Who: Cougars & Cubs Ball
Where: Tropicana’s Casino Resort
When: Friday, Oct. 6
Time: 8 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m.
Website: www.boogienightsusa.com
The Boogie Nights Cougars & Cubs Ball happens on the first Friday of every month. Women over 40 and Men 21 – 29 receive FREE admission before 11 p.m. Then at midnight they crown the Cougar & Cub of the month.
What: RuPaul’s Drag Race: Night of the Living Drag
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City Etess Arena
When: Friday, Oct. 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/rupauls-drag-race
Sashay into The Twilight Zone this Halloween with the queens of RuPaul’s Drag Race for the 12th Annual Night of the Living Drag Tour.
What: Garden State Equality Walk
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Friday, Oct. 6
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/other/garden-state-equality-walk
Join the walk for change and participate in the 13th Annual Equity Walk at Ocean Casino Resort. It’s the largest annual fundraiser that supports the innovative work of Garden State Equality, advocates for LGBTQ rights in the state. After the walk, join three-time Daytime Emmy Winner Anthony J. Wilkinson for Ocean Pride Happy Hour at Balcony Bar.
Who: Vic DiBitetto
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Friday, Oct. 6, and Saturday, Oct. 7
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com
Known for his sharp wit, spot-on impressions and ability to connect with audiences of all ages and backgrounds, Vic DiBitetto will take the stage at Hard Rock for two nights.
Who: Anthony Rodia: Totally Relatable Tour
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Music Box
When: Friday, Oct. 6, and Saturday, Oct. 7
Time: 9 p.m. Friday and 7 p.m. Saturday
Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com
Get your tickets to see stand-up comic Anthony Rodia.
What: The Price is Right Live
Where: Harrah’s Resort
When: Friday, Oct. 6 – Sunday, Oct. 8
Time: Various Times
Website: www.caesars.com/harrahs-ac/shows
Come on down as random audience members are picked to compete for cash and prizes while playing popular challenges like Plinko, The Big Wheel and The Showcase.
What: Mr. America All American Sports Festival and Expo
Where: Atlantic City Convention Center
When: Friday, Oct. 6 – Sunday, Oct. 8
Website: www.mramerica.com
Get your tickets to the Mr. America All American Sports Festival and Expo with over 1,000 athletes, 20 plus sports and events, and the expo with over 100 health and fitness booths.
What: Sinister Asylum
Where: Showboat Resort, Scarduzio’s
When: Oct. 6-7,13-14,19-22 and 26-29
Website: www.sinisterasylumnj.com
Showboat Resort in Atlantic City introduces Sinister Asylum this Halloween season. Presented by New York based Abracadabra, this hauntingly immersive experience for all ages will take guests on an eerie journey through the unknown, with creepy passageways and peculiar sites and scares lurking around every corner. Located in Scarduzio’s across from The Lucky Snake Arcade, get your tickets at www.sinisterasylumnj.com
What: Italian Experience Weekend
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel
When: Friday, Oct. 6 – Sunday, Oct. 8
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/italian-experience-weekend
Prepare your taste buds for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Italy right here in Atlantic City.
What: “My Big Gay Italian Wedding”
Where: Ocean Casino Resort’s Ovation Hall
When: Saturday, Oct. 7
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/comedian-headliners/my-big-gay-italian-wedding
This Off-Broadway hit comedy created by Anthony J. Wilkinson will have a special performance for its 20th anniversary.
Who: One Funny Lisa Marie at AC Jokes Comedy Clubs
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel, Screening Room
When: Saturday, Oct. 7
Time: 6 p.m.
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/atlantic-city-comedy-show
Lisa Marie Riley, known as “One Funny Lisa Marie,” will bring her viral humor to Atlantic City for an AC Jokes special event.
Who: Tarvis Tritt
Where: Caesars Atlantic City’s Circus Maximus Theater
When: Saturday, Oct. 7
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/caesars-ac/shows
Get your tickets to see Grammy Award winning singer and songwriter Travis Tritt.
What: The Falsettos Murder Mystery
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel, The Green Room
When: Saturday, Oct. 7
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment-and-shows
Fans will have the opportunity to interrogate suspects, gather evidence and collaborate with fellow audience members to piece together the puzzle.
What: Perfect Tenn Fest
Where: Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Cuzzie’s, Rhythm & Spirits and Bar 32 Chocolate
When: Saturday, Oct. 7
Website: www.atlanticcitynj.com/restaurant-week
Tennessee Avenue is the ultimate hub for day and night adventures so this all-day-and-night bash promises to be the hot spot in AC featuring 10 sensational events to keep you entertained from morning to midnight.
What: Take on Me New Wave 80s Party
Where: Bally’s Atlantic City, The Yard
When: Saturday Oct. 7
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.casinos.ballys.com/atlantic-city
FREE admission, must be 21+. Come dance and sing to all of your favorite artists of the 80s.
What: Atlantic City Comedy Festival
Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
When: Saturday, Oct. 7 – Sunday, Oct. 8
Time: 8 p.m. Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday
Website: www.boardwalkhall.com/events
Hosted by some of the biggest names in comedy including Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Bruce Bruce, Bill Bellamy and more, this is a comedy event you don’t want to miss.
Who: Doobie Brothers
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Sunday, Oct. 8
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com
Rock out with one of the most iconic bands of all time, as they bring their classic hits to Hard Rock.
Whitney Ullman, Stockton University graduate, and founder of gotowhitney.com is known as a “go to” resource, content creator, reporter, and influencer with established credibility in Atlantic City, The Jersey Shore, Philadelphia and the surrounding areas. With over 6 million views on her social platforms, she created TheCityPulse.com as a go-to lifeline for all things happening in the city!
