The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
Get ready to discover the coolest happenings around town. Don’t miss the fun, grab your tickets in advance and be a part of the action. Show some love to your local venues and let’s make our section of the Jersey Shore shine. Oh, and remember to hashtag #gotowhitney, #thecitypulse and #shorelocal in your epic photos and videos.
Who: Total Knock In
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Friday, March 29
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: https://anchorrockclub.com//
Get ready to rock out with Total Knock In and Shark Earrings. These bands will have your adrenaline pumping and you will be dancing all night long.
What: 2024 Easter Eggcitement Eggstravaganza-Atlantic City Takeover
Where: Showboat Hotel & Resort
When: Friday, March 29-Sunday, March 31
Time: 7-10 p.m.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/
Get ready again for the most egg-citing event of the year at the Showboat Atlantic City and its brand new water park. The Easter weekend fun includes seven events filled with laughter, dance, fashion, games and more. There will be a TikTok pajama party, dance showcase, kids fashion show and all white glow party.
Who: Aaron Lewis
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Saturday, March 30
Time: 8 p.m.
Website:
https://www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/headliners/aaron-lewis *
Throughout his more than two-decade career, whether topping the charts as frontman of hard rock heroes Staind, or his second act as a No. 1 solo artist on the country charts, Aaron Lewis has always been painfully honest in his music.
What: Girls Day Out
Where: Renault Winery
When: Saturday, March 30
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Website:
https://www.renaultwinery.com/events/girls-day-out-2024-03-30/
It’s time to unwind and have some fun with your girlfriends, covering all the best hits from your favorite boy band days. Plus there will be options to purchase a wine tower with chocolate-covered strawberries or some Renault Barrel Stave Shotski.
What: UFC Fight Night
Where: Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
When: Saturday, March 30
Time: 7 p.m.
Website:
https://www.boardwalkhall.com/events/detail/ufc
A flyweight title shot may be on the line in the five-round main event of UFC Fight Night on March 30, when New Jersey’s own Erin “Cold Blooded” Blanchfield faces French sensation Manon Fiorot. With a combined UFC record of 12-0, Blanchfield and Fiorot have been on a tear at 125 pounds, and with one more win in Atlantic City, a crack at the crown is expected to be next. Plus, Westwood native Vicente Luque continues on his quest to rule the welterweights when he battles highlight reel king Joaquin Buckley in what promises to be a memorable co-main event.
What: Somers Point Easter Egg Hunt
Where: John F. Kennedy Park
When: Saturday, March 30
Time: 10 a.m.
Website:
https://visitsomerspoint.com/event/easter-egg-hunt-2/
The City of Somers Point will host an Easter Egg hunt 10 a.m. Saturday, March 30, at JFK Park with free face painting until 11:30 a.m. There will be candy and prize-filled eggs. The hunt is open to kids ages 1-10. Bring your own bag for the hunt, but there will be bags for the first 250 kids. For more information, contact Doug Shallcross at 609-833-5428 or dshallcross@spgov.org.
What: Easter Weekend at Steel Pier
Where: Steel Pier
When: Saturday, March 30 & Sunday, March 31
Time: Saturday, noon-10 p.m.; Sunday, noon-9 p.m.
Website: https://steelpier.com/
On Saturday, March 30 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. enjoy a pancake breakfast with the Easter Bunny that includes free rides. Kids 12 and under will receive a wristband with breakfast. Purchase tickets online. Don’t miss the Easter Bunny on Easter Sunday, available for a photo opportunity from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Treats will be given out while supplies last.
What: Easter Bunny Brunch at Renault Winery
Where: Renault Winery
When: Saturday, March 31
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Website:
https://www.renaultwinery.com/easterbrunch/
Enjoy the Easter Bunny Brunch in Renault’s Champagne and Vineyard ballrooms with an elegant and traditional Easter brunch. The Easter Bunny will be present and will have an Easter Egg hunt in the Champagne Ballroom Courtyard for all children attending. Children ages 1 and under are free.
What: Easter Brunch at The Claridge
Where: The Claridge Hotel
When: Sunday, March 31
Time: 10 a.m.
Website:
https://www.claridge.com/dining-lounges/easter-brunch/
Reserve your seats for a day filled with scrumptious delights, Easter Bunny meet and greets, children’s activities, bunny photo ops, and joyous moments to create lasting memories.
What: Easter Parade at Historic Smithville
Where: Historic Smithville
When: Saturday, March 31
Time: 1 p.m.
Put on your Easter best and stroll the Village in style. Begins at the Smithville Inn at 1 p.m. Awards will be given for best outfits. Historic Smithville offers 50 Shoppes, seven eateries, a carousel ride, and train ride, paddle boats, arcade, lodging at the Colonial Inn and over 26 free weekend events.
What: Easter Brunch at Showboat
Where: Showboat Hotel & Resort
When: Sunday, March 31
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/
Celebrate Easter in style at the Showboat Hotel and Resort, where you can treat yourself to a delectable All You Can Eat Easter Brunch Buffet. Enjoy a mouthwatering selection of Easter favorites like succulent prime rib, perfectly crafted eggs Benedict, a delightful housemade waffle station, Alaskan crab legs, an array of freshly baked goods and so much more.
What: Amada’s Easter Brunch
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Sunday, March 31
Time: 10 a.m.
Website: https://www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/dining-event/amadas-easter-brunch
Spring is in full bloom. Celebrate your Easter brunch at Amada on Sunday, March 31. Don’t miss out on a delightful brunch display featuring sweet and savory options such as a carving station, Sangria french toast and paella valeciana accompanied by live music and breathtaking views. Bottomless cocktails available to customers with brunch reservations only. Must be 21 to purchase. Cost is $75 per person (plus taxes & fees). Includes coffee, hot tea, and juice.
What: Comedy at Firewaters
Where: Firewaters Saloon at Tropicana Atlantic City
When: Every Monday & Friday
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/
Comedian and producer Matt Bridgestone presents comedy at the Tropicana Casino every Monday and Friday at Firewaters Saloon. Firewaters’ unique setting brings a rowdy Texas-style bar to the Jersey Shore. It is located in the marketplace section of the Tropicana, just down the hall from Hooters. Must be 21. No drink minimum, but full bar and full menu.
