The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
With so many things happening right now at local venues, make sure you get your tickets in advance so you don’t miss out on any fun. Oh, and feel free to tag me in your photos and videos.
Who: Smokey Robinson
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/smokey-robinson
Get ready to be swept off your feet by the legendary Motown sensation, Smokey Robinson. His smooth, velvety voice transcends generations, and his stage presence is nothing short of electrifying.
Who: Jerry Seinfeld
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa Event Center
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment.html
Don’t miss out on Jerry Seinfeld at Borgata’s Event Center.
What: Ring of Combat 82
Where: Tropicana Atlantic City
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.ringofcombat.com/events/ring-of-combat-82#details
Ring of Combat is the longest-running MMA show in Atlantic City. Events feature championship fights, super fights and a showcase of new talent at Tropicana.
Who: Derek Hough – Symphony of Dance
Where: Caesars Atlantic City
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com
Derek Hough and an incredible dance cast pull out all the stops in this live stage show featuring an array of dance styles.
What: Cougars, Cubs & Candy Canes Ball
Where: Tropicana Boogie Nights
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: www.boogienightsusa.com
Boogie Nights’ famous Cougars & Cubs Ball happens the first Friday of every month. Women 40+ and Men 21-29 receive free admission before 11 p.m. At midnight, they crown the Cougar and the Cub of the month.
Who: Arteriors at The James
Where: James Candy Company, 1519 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
When: Saturdays and Sundays until Dec. 10
Time: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Website: www.atlanticcityartsfoundation.org
Over 25 artists have transformed The James, the former home of James Candy Company, into an immersive pop-up art installation inspired by the artists’ interaction with each other and the space. It’s open for free public viewing on Saturdays and Sundays, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Dec. 10.
Who: Dave Attell
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Sound Waves
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/dave-attell
Get ready for a night of laughter with the legendary comedian Dave Attell. Secure your tickets now to guarantee your spot at this unforgettable comedy event.
What: Decorate a Gingerbread House
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/dining-event-holiday/decorate-gingerbread-house
Join Ocean Casino Resort at Bottled for an evening of cheer (and great wine) . Each ticket holder will decorate their own pre-assembled gingerbread house while sampling Conundrum White and Red blends. Participants will leave with a swag bag, including Ocean merch, Bar 32 chocolate and a few other surprises.
What: Tree Lighting Celebration
Where: O’Donnell Memorial Park
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.chelseaedc.org/treelighting
Enjoy a multicultural holiday celebration and tree lighting in Atlantic City’s Chelsea neighborhood. Bring the whole family and enjoy festive performances from Dynesty Alliance and DJ Jose, with free face-painting, photos with Santa, hot beverages and holiday giveaways. Rain date Dec. 2.
What: Tinseltown Holiday Experience Kick-Off
Where: The Yard at Bally’s
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 5:30 p.m. at The Yard and 7:30 p.m. at the Orange Loop
Website: www.actinseltown.com
Check out the kick off of the Atlantic City Tinseltown Holiday Experience at The Yard at Ball’s for the official Grand Tree Lighting from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Enjoy hot chocolate, snacks, sweets, Atlantic County Toys for Kids toy drive, holiday characters and more. Then head down to the Orange Loop at 7:30 p.m. as the kick-off continues with the Orange Loop Tree Lighting, ornament making at Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, a children’s choir singing holiday music, live band, hot chocolate and cookies, and a toy drive. And at 8:30 p.m. the Orange Loop Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl gets started for the adults.
What: Orange Loop Bar Crawl
When: Friday, Dec. 1
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.visitorangeloop.com
Enjoy some holiday cocktails as Atlantic City presents the Orange Loop Bar Crawl.
What: 7th Annual Deck the Halls Festival of Trees
Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
When: Friday, Dec. 1 – Dec. 31
Website: www.boardwalkhall.com/events/detail/deck-the-hall-festival-of-trees-3
The 2023 Deck The Hall – Festival of Trees is a season-long charitable event intended to generate funds for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) For Children of Atlantic, Cape May, and Camden counties. It’s free and open for the public to walk through during all hours when the Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall lobby is open.
Who: The Temptations and the Four Tops
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Sound Waves
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/the-temptations-and-the-four-tops
Get ready to groove to the rhythm of legendary Motown music as The Temptations and The Four Tops unite for an unforgettable show. This extraordinary night of Motown magic will transport you back to the golden age of music, where soul and rhythm ruled the airwaves. Both groups promise a show that will have you dancing in the aisles and singing along to every hit.
What: 2023 Winter Wonderland Parade
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 (rain date Dec. 9)
Time: Noon
Website: www.acnj.gov/News/View/1624/2023-winter-wonderland-parade
The Mayor’s Office of Special Event presents: City of Atlantic City Winter Wonderland Parade Saturday, Dec. 2 at noon. Join the holiday parade to bring cheer and joy to the community.
What: Hospitality Night
Where: Historic Smithville
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: 6 p.m.
Each year the shoppes at Historic Smithville thank their loyal customers with a Hospitality Night of discounts, refreshments, live entertainment and raffles.
Who: For Those Who Can See
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.tixr.com/groups/anchorrockclub/events/for-those-who-can-see-82480
Anchor Rock Club welcomes For Those Who Can See for a night full of heavy rock and head banging!
Who: Diana Ross
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Etess Arena
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/diana-ross
As one of the most iconic and legendary performers of our time, Diana Ross promises to deliver a show that will leave you breathless. With a set list that spans decades of chart-topping hits, this is a show you won’t want to miss.
Who: Stories with Santa
Where: Renault Winery & Resort
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: 11 a.m.-noon
Website: www.eventbrite.com/e/stories-with-santa-tickets-744640418537
Bring your kids to Renault Winery to hear Santa read a classic Christmas story while enjoying milk and cookies. Kids will also get a special prize from Santa which includes a Christmas coloring book and a pack of crayons. After story time concludes, your children are welcome to talk with Santa and take pictures as well.
Who: Distro Fest 2 Featuring 70 Music Acts and 40 Music / Film Industry Speakers
Where: ACX1 Studios
When: Saturday, Dec. 2 and Sunday, Dec. 3
Website: distrofest.com
ACX1 Studios in Atlantic City, located at Caesar’s Pier, brings WHO?MAG Distro Fest 2 to their beautiful venue located over the beach and Atlantic Ocean. The two-day event will feature more than 70 national and international artists of all genres plus local performers. Distro Fest will also include over 40 major music and film industry speakers from all over the US.
What: Holiday Art Show & Sale
Where: Ventnor Cultural Art Center
When: Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2-3
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. both days
Website: https://www.ventnorarts.org/
The annual holiday sale features local artists showing jewelry, pottery, painting, fiber creations, woodworking and more.
Who: Official Celebrity Boxing
Where: Showboat Resort
When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.
Website: OfficialCelebrityBox.com
Check out the Official Celebrity Boxing Winter War presented by MTV star Justina Valentine and Josh YNC. Plus see Titan Championship Wrestling in conjunction with the show.
What: Holiday Festival
Where: Ocean City Community Center Public Library, 1735 Simpson Ave.
When: Sunday, Dec. 3
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Website: https://www.oceancitylibrary.org/events/holiday-festival
The event takes place in the Ocean City Free Public Library’s atrium with holiday crafts, a balloon sculptor, live music, refreshments and a visit from Santa (feel free to bring your letters and lists). Mrs. Claus, a reading by a local children’s author, crafts and shopping will take place at the adjacent Ocean City Historical Museum. Hand-made pottery, jewelry, paintings and other unique gifts will be for sale in the adjacent Ocean City Arts Center.
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!
