The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
There are some really fun happenings 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: Locals Night Party with DJ IamYoungHitta
Where: Showboat’s Island Bar
When: Every Thursday
Time: 8 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/p/CxvnNUIqNul/
Head to Island Bar at Showboat for Locals Night with 50-cent wings, weekly food and drink specials and more every Thursday.
Who: Tracy Morgan
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Friday, Oct. 13
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: theoceanac.com/entertainment/comedian-headliners/tracy-morgan
Don’t miss Tracy Morgan at Ovation Hall.
Who: The Man in Black – A Tribute to Johnny Cash
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel
When: Friday, Oct. 13
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: resortsac.com/entertainment-and-shows
Shawn Barker portrays the true character and spirit of Johnny Cash.
What: Boogie Nights – Friday the 13th
Where: Tropicana Atlantic City
When: Friday, Oct. 13
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: boogienightsusa.com
Come as your favorite horror movie character for a chance to win some totally awesome prizes.
What: Oktoberfest
Where: Linwood Country Club
When: Friday, Oct. 13
Time: Noon
Website: www.linwoodcountryclub.com/calendar/oktoberfest-2023
Celebrate fall with Linwood Country Club’s Oktoberfest Party at The Fox Den. It’s a free event with live music, fall beers and a great menu.
What: Witch Craft, A Mystical Encounter with Broos & Spirits
Where: Route 206 and West Mills Road. Hammonton
When: Friday, Oct. 13, and Saturday, Oct. 14
Website: www.witchcraftnj.com
Prepare yourself for a truly spooky Halloween experience. Witch-Craft is a festival unlike any other with its haunted backdrop. It’s an event you don’t want to miss.
What: Atlantic City Cinefest
Where: Stockton University Atlantic City Campus and Ventnor Square Theater
When: Friday, Oct. 13 – Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: Various Times
Website: www.atlanticcitycinefest.org
Enjoy a weekend film festival with feature-length and short films, and a mix of documentaries and narratives from dramatic to comedy to horror.
What: Pumpkin Patch Festival
Where: Absecon Lighthouse
When: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: Noon
Website: abseconlighthouse.org
The Inlet Community Development Corporation launches its first Pumpkin Patch Festival in the Inlet at the Absecon Lighthouse. Wear a costume and enjoy free pumpkins, face painting, games, pumpkin painting, raffles, snacks and a DJ.
What: Sinister Asylum
Where: Showboat Resort, Scarduzio’s
When: Oct. 13-14, 19-22, and 26-29
Website: sinisterasylumnj.com
Showboat Resort in Atlantic City introduces Sinister Asylum this Halloween season, presented by New York-based Abracadabra. This hauntingly immersive experience is for all ages and 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 for this frighteningly fun entertainment at sinisterasylumnj.com
What: My Way: “A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra”
Where: Ocean City Music Pier
When: Oct. 13-14, and Oct. 20-21
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: oceancitytheatrecompany.com
Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company, this popular musical review includes 55 incredible songs from the Great American Songbook. My Way celebrates the mystique of Frank Sinatra and the unforgettable music that made him famous.
What: Thriv Live Expo
Where: Atlantic City Convention Center
When: Saturday, Oct. 14, and Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: Saturday, 11a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Website: https://thriv.live
Thriv is a resource for people looking to flourish through the next phases of their lives. Explore new ideas, make new connections and have a great time. Fun fact, if you use https://bit.ly/ThrivAC and use the code “partners23” you’ll get free admission.
Who: Gigi D’Alessio World Tour
Where: Bally’s Grand Ballroom
When: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: https://casinos.ballys.com/atlantic-city
Get your tickets to see Italian vocalist Gigi D’Alessio as he makes a stop on his world tour at Bally’s.
What: Great Day Fest
Where: Showboat Resort
When: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: Doors Open at 1 p.m.
Website: https://bit.ly/greatdayfest
The biggest festival of the fall is back with an all-day party consisting of live music from some of your favorite singers, DJs and artists, plus more than 30 vendors, concessions, live art, games, giveaways and more. Must be over 18 to enter; 21 to drink. Model and celebrity guests will be in attendance.
Who: Elderbrook DJ set
Where: The Pool Day Club: Harrah’s The Pool
When: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: Noon
Website: www.thepoolafterdark.com/events/elderbrook-pool-harrahs-atlantic-city-10-14-23
Fame Hospitality presents PDC featuring Elderbrook. Get your tickets or buy a table. The Pool Day Club at Harrah’s Resort in Atlantic City’s AC’s first ever all seasons day party featuring chart-topping acts, world-class DJs and the ultimate day experience.
What: Renaultberfest
Where: Renault Winery & Resort
When: Saturday, Oct. 14, and Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
Website: www.renaultwinery.com/events/renaultberfest/2023-10-14/
The Renualtberfest will be jam packed with exciting actives for the whole family. Enjoy food trucks, live music, vendors and most importantly, family fun.
Who: Beth and Dennis Live Music
Where: Renault Winery & Resort
When: Saturday, Oct. 14
Time: 6 – 10 p.m.
Website: https://www.renaultwinery.com/events/live-music-beth-dennis-party-2/
Mark your calendars for live music with the Beth & Dennis party.
What: Renaultberfest 5k & Grape Stomp
Where: Renault Winery & Resort
When: Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: 9 – 11 a.m.
Website: www.renaultwinery.com/events/renaultberfest-5k-grape-stomp/
The day begins with a 1-mile kids fun run, followed by a 5k run and much more. The pre-race and post-race music and fun will ensure a great experience, rain or shine. Check the website for details.
What: Bowling for Boobies Strike Out Breast Cancer Fundraiser
Where: King Pin Lanes
When: Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: 2 p.m.
Contact: Call to reserve lanes or for more info: Nicole Russell 609-338-6864 or Zita Haines 609-338-4683. Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society.
What: John R. Elliott HERO Walk and 1-Mile Fun Run
Where: Sixth Street and The Boardwalk in Ocean City
When: Sunday, Oct. 15
Time: 10 a.m.- Registration is 9 a.m. at the Sports & Civic Center
Website: herocampaign.org or call 609-626-3880.
The 1-mile fun run takes place at 10 a.m., HERO ceremonies at 10:30, and the walk starts at 11.
ONGOING EVENTS:
What: Gin Rickey’s & The Royce Social Hall
Where: Tropicana’s The Quarter
When: Times Vary.
Gin Rickey’s daily with live music Thursday – Saturday, and an after hours DJ Friday and Saturday. And The Royce Social Hall with live music, DJs, football and food Thursday – Sundays.
Tickets: Admission Free
Websites: GinRickeys.com and TheRoyceAC.com
Check out both of these great venues. Gin Rickey’s has an extensive list of libations to get the party started, as well as live music and good vibes. The Royce Social Hall offers live entertainment, old snook games, craft cocktails and next level partying.
What: Steel Pier 125th Anniversary
Where: Steel Pier on the Atlantic City Boardwalk
Website: SteelPier.com
Whether you are skyrocketing to the stars over the ocean, or gathering for an event with the best view in town, the world famous Atlantic City Boardwalk landmark Steel Pier has been offering fun for everyone since 1898.
What: AC Jokes Comedy Clubs
Where: Kiss Kiss Nightclub & Resorts Casino Hotel Atlantic City
When: Every Night
Time: Various Times
Website: www.ACJokes.com
AC Jokes is a hand-picked team of some of the East Coast’s best comedians and producers. The team includes Mike Merk, Zach Pickert and Buda the Comedian.
What: Island Water Park
Where: Showboat Resort
When: Every Day
Time: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Website: islandwaterparkac.com
Island Waterpark is the largest indoor beachfront waterpark in the world. Covering 120,000 square feet and holding more than 317,000 gallons of water, it has 11 slides, a 1,000-square-foot Wild Wave FlowRider surf simulator, a 6,500-square-foot Island Drift Lazy River, and a 30-foot-tall Indoor Tree House that can be booked for private parties.
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!
