The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
This week’s edition of Whitney’s Picks offers a variety of thrilling performances and events including The Italian Festival, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Great Day Fest and more. There’s a diverse lineup with something for everyone. Don’t forget to share your epic moments with the hashtags #shorelocal, #gotowhitney and #thecitypulse.
What: Active Adult and Senior Expo 2024
Where: Marjorie and Lewis Katz JCC 501 N. Jerome Avenue Margate
When: Thursday, Sept. 19, and Friday, Sept. 20
Time: Thursday 6 – 8 p.m, Friday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m
Website: www.jccatlantic.org
Don’t miss this two-day event. Admission is free and open to the public. Enjoy active aging vendors, health and wellness screenings, flu shots vaccines and giveaways. For more information or to sponsor contact Brian Adler at 609-822-1167 or email badler@jccatlantic.org
What: Kenan Presents VIP Access Comedy Show
Where: Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
When: Thursday, Sept. 19 – Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 7 p.m and 9 p.m (all three nights)
You’ll witness comedy history with Kenan Thompson as he heads to the Celebrity Theater at Claridge along with industry leaders and scouts to be on the lookout for the next big star. And the audience has the power to vote. Info at standupcomedyclub.com
What: Atlantic City Fashion Week
Where: Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
When: Thursday, Sept. 19 – Saturday, Sept. 21
Website: www.atlanticcityfashionweek.com
Thursday will feature children designers, as well as their ACFW awards. Friday will be their Runway I showcase, and Saturday will feature the Runway II showcase. Both nights will have couture, ready to wear, streetwear and urban wear.
What: My Big Gay Italian Midlife Crisis
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | Sound Waves
When: Friday, Sept. 20, and Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 8 p.m. both nights
Website: www.casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/my-big-gay-italian-midlife-crisis
The interactive comedy of errors is actually set at Hard Rock Atlantic City during a weight loss convention. Pinnunziato owns a company, “Body Body,” and is there to compete with other fictional weight loss companies while trying to stay out of trouble.
What: Italian Festival
Where: Historic Smithville
When: Saturday, Sept. 21 (rain date Sunday, Sept. 22)
Time: 11 a.m.
Website: www.historicsmithville.com/smithville-events/italian-festival
Come join the excitement. The festival will feature an Italian market offering a spectacular variety of wares and food. The day will be filled with live Italian music, bocce ball on the Greene, folk dancing, children’s activities, and more.
What: Atlantic City Jazz Festival
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | Etess Arena
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/ac-jazz-fest
Immerse yourself in the smooth sounds of jazz at the Atlantic City Jazz Fest, featuring the incomparable Brian Culbertson as the headliner, along with support from Jonathan Butler and Jazmin Ghent. Whether you’e a jazz aficionado or simply looking for an evening of world-class entertainment, this event is sure to leave you captivated.
Who: RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Live
Where: Tropicana
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/tropicana-ac/shows
Experience the high kicks and low splits of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 9th Season unfolding LIVE on-stage.
What: Classic Albums Live Performs The Beatles Abbey Road
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel | Superstar Theater
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/classic-albums-live-presents-the-beatles-abbey-road
With 100+ shows a year across North America, Classic Albums Live has seen massive success in performing arts centers and theaters. Fans in nationwide have continued to support the series and make it a sustaining, successful show.
What: Great Day Fest
Where: Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 1 p.m.
Website: www.viewstub.com/greatdayfest
Great Day Fest brings together a diverse group of people from all walks of life, to celebrate music, art, fashion, skateboarding, and community. The festival also includes over 20 talented artists, singers, DJs, and bands, who will take to the stage to entertain and inspire.
What: AC Tattoo Art Revival
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.tixr.com/groups/anchorrockclub/events/atlantic-city-tattoo-art-revival-111951
Returning to Anchor Rock Club for its second year, it includes a pop-up gallery featuring original pieces from over 50 tattoo artists, as well as unique vendors.
What: Orange Loop Community Block Party and Concert Presented by the Schultz Hill Foundation
Where: Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall
When: Saturday, Sept. 21 (rain date Sept. 22)
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Tickets: Enjoy an end-of-summer free community arts block party and concert complete with food trucks, great music, neighbors, special guest artists and friends. Dress casual and bring a lawn chair.
What: Absecon Creekfest 2024
Where: Faunce Landing When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 1 – 8 p.m.
Come enjoy an amazing day at the Absecon Creekfest. Food trucks will line Faunce Landing Road. Enjoy beer, live music and a whole lot of fun.
What: Funday at Playland’s Castaway Cove Presented by the Humane Society of Ocean City
Where: Playland’s Castaway Cove Ocean City
When: Saturday, Sept. 21
Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Tickets: $20 Unlimited rides wristbands can be purchased at ticket booths located at 10th and the Boardwalk
The unlimited tickets include the Gale Force Coaster. It is also a human only event, so no pups permitted. For more information call 609-399-4751. www.OceanCityFun.com.
What: Rooftop Wednesday Rewind with DJ Skyline
Where: The Vue Rooftop at The Claridge Hotel
When: Wednesday, Sept. 25
Time: 5 – 11 p.m.
Happy hour 4-7 p.m. Enjoy food, drink specials, and music from the 1970s to 2000s.
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!
