The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
Get ready to feel the love with this week’s thrilling entertainment. We want to hear about your experiences, so use the hashtags #shorelocal and #thecitypulse. Don’t miss out on the chance to create unforgettable memories and spread the Valentine’s Day cheer with us.
What: XO Bar Valentine’s Themed Pop-Up Bar
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel
When: Now until Feb. 25
Time: various times
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/valentine-pop-up-bar
Love is in the air. Atlantic City’s ultimate Valentine themed pop-up bar is back. Whether you’re planning a cozy date night, a Galentine’s gathering, or a solo toast to self-love, XO Bar is your perfect destination for unforgettable Valentine’s memories.
What: Valentine’s Paint & Sip
Where: Atlantic City Country Club
When: Thursday, Feb. 13
Time: 6 p.m.
Website: www.eventbrite.com
Join them for a fun and creative evening with your sweetheart. Turn a blank canvas into a completed masterpiece with easy, step-by-step instructions, while enjoying wine and charcuterie. Cash bar and wine by the bottle specials will also be available. Cost is $85 per person, tax and gratuity included. Ticket includes all art supplies, one complimentary glass of wine plus a build-your-own charcuterie board station.
What: Valentine’s Business Mixer
Where: Dave & Buster’s Atlantic City
When: Thursday, Feb. 13
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Website: www.atlanticcitynetwork.com
Come out and promote your business at the 2025 Atlantic City Network Valentine’s Business Mixer. It’s time to get your business out there for everyone to see. Atlantic City Network will be bringing together successful business professionals and friends from all over. Admission is $15 with RSVP. For more info call 609-277-3500 or info@AtlanticCityNetwork.com
What: Laugh, Love, Dine, Valentine’s Day Show at Ryfe
Where: Ryfe Restaurant & Events
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 6 p.m.
Website: www.eventbrite.com
The 2nd Annual Valentine Experience offers the perfect blend of laughter and love as you enjoy great cuisine and comedic energy from the incredible Derek Lee. You will be greeted with a welcome drink, an apéritif, and a Ryfe-led toast. Your night continues as Derek Lee takes the floor and does his unforgettable comedic and magic act.
What: UpDating
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | Sound Wave
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/updating
UpDating is a critically acclaimed live dating and comedy show from New York City that takes blind dates to the next level. Two singles meet for the first time – blindfolded – on stage in front of a live audience. Hailed as “the rawest dating show in existence,” the experience combines laugh-out-loud moments, audience interaction and genuine insights into modern romance, unfolding in real time with real people. It’s like reality TV – unscripted, unfiltered, and happening live. The show features host Brandon Berman, sidekick Harrison Forman and two local singles. For casting or ticket information, follow @UPDATINGSHOW on Instagram.
What: Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
Where: Resorts Starlight Room
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/candelelight-resortsac
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like Atlantic City. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen at Resorts Casino Hotel under the gentle glow of candlelight.
What: An Evening of Renewal and Romance
Where: Absecon Lighthouse
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 6 p.m.
Website: www.abseconlighthouse.org/events/event/
Absecon Lighthouse invites you to a Valentine’s Day Evening of Romance and Renewal. Couples are invited to take part in a group vow renewal ceremony by a non-denominational minister in the Keeper’s Cottage at 6 p.m., followed by a champagne toast of congratulations and romantic dancing to the beautiful sounds of classic sounds and standards, performed by vocalist Lisa Camp and her keyboardist. Also enjoy Delightful Date Days Saturday, Feb. 15; and Sunday, Feb. 16 where you and your date can climb for the price of one.
What: Valentine’s Day Family Party at Dave & Buster’s
Where: Dave & Buster’s Atlantic City
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Website: www.prekindle.com/promo/id/-2853509351462674566
Bring the family and celebrate the Day of Love. The Dave & Buster’s Valentine’s party is for all ages. Package includes fun food buffet: ultimate cheese flatbread, boneless wings with ranch and buffalo sauces, pretzel hot dogs with ketchup, french fries, butter soft pretzel sticks, unlimited soft drinks, $20 powercard per guest which has unlimited video game play-sales tax and gratuity is included in the ticket price.
What: Galentine’s Day with Craig Conover from Southern Charm
Where: Ocean Casino Resorts HQ2 Nightclub
When: Friday, Feb. 14
Time: 11 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/valentines-day-atlantic-city-ocean-casino-resort
Grab your friends and head to HQ2 Nightclub to see everyone’s favorite Southern gentleman, Craig Conover. Music by Yissel.
What: Tom Papa | Grateful Bread Tour
Where: Borgata’s Music Box
When: Friday, Feb. 14 and Saturday, Feb. 15
Time: Friday at 9 p.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m.
Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-music-box/tom-papa.html
With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country, finding success as an actor, host, author, in film, TV, radio and podcasts as well as on the live stage. Tom is wrapping up his ‘Tom Papa: 2024 Good Stuff Tour’ and will be kicking off his new Tom Papa: Grateful Bread Tour in 2025. Don’t miss Tom Papa at Borgata.
What: Sinatra Meets the Sopranos
Where: Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City
When: Saturday, Feb. 15
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/harrahs-ac/shows
‘Sinatra Meets the Sopranos’ is an evening of music, conversation and more with Vincent Curatola (Johnny Sack), Federico Castelluccio (Furio Giunta), Jason Gerbone (Jackie Aprile Jr.)
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Who: Fantasia Ft. Trey Songz and Tank
Where: Boardwalk Hall
When: Saturday, Feb. 15
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.boardwalkhall.com/events/detail/fantasia-ft-trey-songz-tank
The Queen is back, and she’s bringing the kings with her. Head out to Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall on Feb. 15 for an unforgettable night with Fantasia, featuring Trey Songz & Tank.
Who: Jermaine Dupri Nice & Slow event
Where: Premier Nightclub at Borgata
When: Saturday, Feb. 15
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.partylikeac.com
Use promo code “Rico” for the Premier Nightclub “Nice & Slow” event with special guest Jermaine Dupri.
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!
