The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
There are some really fun happenings this week, so make sure to support your local venues and 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.
What: Steel Pier 125th Anniversary
Where: Steel Pier on the Atlantic City Boardwalk
When: Celebrations All Summer Long
Website: SteelPier.com
Located on the world-famous Boardwalk in North Beach Atlantic City, just steps from casino resorts and New Jersey’s beautiful miles of beach, the Steel Pier is shore to excite you. Whether you are skyrocketing to the stars over the ocean, or gathering for an event with the best view in town, the Steel Pier offers fun for everyone!
Whatever you choose, brace yourself for great action!
Who: The 5th Dimension
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel
When: Friday, June 23
Time: 9 p.m.
Website: resortsac.com
Known for songs “Up, Up and Away” and “Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In,” don’t miss out on soul and R&B group The 5th Dimension performing live at Resorts Casino.
Who: 38 Special
Where: Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
When: Friday, June 23
Website: hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar
Hold on loosely as 38 Special returns to Atlantic City to perform live at Hard Rock Hotel and Casino’s Sound Waves.
Who: Gladys Knight
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa Event Center
When: Friday, June 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/tears-for-fears
The Empress of Soul, Gladys Knight, is a seven-time Grammy winner. Don’t miss your chance to spend the evening with Gladys Knight live at Borgata’s Event Center!
Who: Tears for Fears
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
When: Friday, June 23
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/tears-for-fears
Don’t miss out on this great night of music at Hard Rock’s Etess Arena.
Who: DJ Liu
Where: Anchor Rock Club
When: Friday, June 23
Time: 10 p.m.
For VIP reservations, call or text 609-385-6959.
What: The City of Atlantic City Free Summer Concert Series
Where: Gardners Basin
When: Saturday, June 24
Time: 1 – 7:30 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar
The National R&B Music Society Inc. presents the 2023 Atlantic City FREE Summer Concerts at Gardners Basin June 24, July 29, and Aug. 26. There will be vendors there as well. Make sure to bring your tents, chairs, umbrellas and coolers. (RAIN DATE June 25).
Who: Diana Ross
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Saturday, June 24
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/diana-ross
Get your tickets to see this music legend as she makes a stop on her Music Legacy Tour 2023, celebrating her greatest No. 1 hits.
What: 48 Blocks: A Community Weekend
Where: Various locations throughout Atlantic City
When: Saturday, June 24, and Sunday, June 25
Time: Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Dover Avenue Park; 2-5 p.m. at Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. At 6 p.m. there is a ticketed party to celebrate the weekend at Cardinal 201 S. New York Ave. Sunday, June 25 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Browns Park and then 4-7 p.m. in Gardners Basin.
Website: atlanticcityartsfoundation.org/celebrate
Come out for a day full of free arts, culture, and community programming. All ages are welcome. Activities include music, workshops, interactive art, and more. There will be free mural tours all weekend provided by the Atlantic City Arts Foundation.
Who: Live Music Thursday – Saturday
Where: Gin Rickey’s Tropicana
When: Thursday, June 22 – Saturday, June 24
Times: Thursday, Element K at 8 p.m.; Friday, Mike and Chrissy at 8 p.m. and DJ Pat Conlon 11 p.m., Saturday, Way Outs at 8 p.m. and DJ Justin Moreno, 11 p.m.
Website: ginrickeys.com
Located in the Quarter at Tropicana, and named after the classic cocktail, they are known for live music, 42-ounce martinis, mason jars, infusion bag cocktails to go and so much more. So grab your friends and get ready to drink, laugh, and sing real loud. Let the fun Be Gin!
ONGOING EVENTS:
What: Ventnor Summer Beach Jam
Where: Newport Avenue Beach
When: Every Saturday until Sept. 2
Time: 5 – 9 p.m.
Website: ventnor.recdesk.com (to be a vendor)
The event is a FREE family friendly, outdoor live music experience which includes food trucks and crafters. It’s also on the beach between the Ventnor Boardwalk and the Ventnor Library which includes a playground.
What: Magical Mystery Doors at Ocean Casino
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Every Sunday until Sept. 3.
Time: 4 p.m.
Website: www.theoceanac.com/entertainment/5th-birthday-event-headliners/magical-mystery-doors
Winner of USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Casino Show, Magical Mystery Doors returns to Ovation Hall this summer. This tribute act blends and layers the music of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and the Doors to create something new and unique for music fans.
What: AC Jokes Comedy Clubs
Where: Kiss Kiss Nightclub at the Tropicana Resort 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. Pulled together by 20-year comedy veteran Matt Bridgestone, their combined experience delivers innovative street smarts and a guerrilla marketing style that has made AC Jokes a unique entity in the city.
What: Dueling Pianos
Where: Spirit Bar at Showboat Resort in Atlantic City
When: Fridays and Saturdays in June
Time: 7 – 11 p.m.
Website: www.paulpiano.net
Check out the dueling pianos featuring the talented Paul Marturano. In July and August shows will be Wednesday-Sunday. See the full schedule at www.paulpiano.net.
What: Tropicana Fireworks
Where: Beachfront Area at Tropicana
When: Every Saturday (Including July 4)
Time: 10 p.m.
Website: www.tropicanaac.com
Tropicana Atlantic City lights up the sky every Saturday until Labor Day, including Tuesday, July 4. They are launched from the beachfront and can be viewed along the Boardwalk. Oh and it’s FREE!
What: Euphoria Variety Show
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
When: Every Saturday in June and July
Time: 4 p.m.
Website: www.hardrockhotelatlanticcity.com/event-calendar/euphoria-variety-show
Featuring a dynamic cast of talented performers, this show promises to take you on a journey through music, dance, and comedy that will leave you feeling euphoric.
