The City Pulse
with Whitney Ullman
This week’s edition features the best in entertainment, from Babyface to Engelbert Humperdinck. There’s something for everyone. Don’t forget to share your epic moments with the hashtags #shorelocal, #gotowhitney and #thecitypulse.
Who: John Eddie ‘Holiday Ho Ho Hoedown’
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel | Superstar Theater
When: Friday, Dec. 13
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: https://resortsac.com/entertainment/john-eddie/
This performance marks the return of John’s Annual Holiday Party and its new home after a four-year hiatus. John will be joined by his big, bad Dirty Ole Band and special guests.
Who: Babyface
Where: Tropicana’s Showroom Atlantic City
When: Friday, Dec. 13
Time: 9 p.m.
Website:
https://www.atlanticcitynj.com/events/event-list/babyface/
Get your tickets to see Babyface perform live.
What: Tinseltown ‘Spirit of Giving’ Toy Drive for Toys for Tots
Where: Cardinal
When: Friday, Dec. 13
Time: 9-11 p.m.
Website: www.cardinal-ac.com/tinseltown
Celebrate the spirit of giving with Cardinal and some of Atlantic City’s favorite guest bartenders. Bring an unwrapped toy to share with local children and every donation will go directly to Toys for Tots.
What: ‘My Big Gay Italian Christmas’
Where: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino | Sound Waves
When: Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.casino.hardrock.com/atlantic-city/event-calendar/my-big-gay-italian-christmas
‘My Big Gay Italian Christmas’ brings the holidays into the mix and continues the adventures of the Pinnuziato Family. It has all of the ingredients of a hilarious night out.
Who: The Marshall Tucker Band with Jefferson Starship – Live on Cloud 9 Tour
Where: Caesars Atlantic City
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/caesars-ac/shows
The Marshall Tucker Band with Jefferson Starship will bring the Live On Cloud 9 Tour to Circus Maximus Theater at Caesars Atlantic City.
Who: Engelbert Humperdinck ‘A Winter World of Love’
Where: Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City | The Concert Venue
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/harrahs-ac/shows
Engelbert Humperdinck is bringing a ‘Winter World of Love’ to the Concert Venue at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City.
What: King of the Table 13 Arm Wrestling Showdown
Where: Bally’s Grand Ballroom 6th Floor
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Website: www.tickettailor.com/events/coresports/1469190
This is the biggest KOTT yet. The headlining match will feature the colossal clash between Jerry Cadorette and Levan Saginashvili, an epic contest which arm wrestling enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting. Adding to the excitement are strongmen legends Brian Shaw and Eddie Beast Hall will face-off in their arm wrestling debut.
Who: Marky Ramones Holiday Blitzkrieg-Playing the Ramones’ Classics
Where: Tropicana
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.caesars.com/tropicana-ac/shows
Marky Ramone is bringing the Holiday Blitzkrieg and playing the Ramones classics in the Tropicana Showroom at Tropicana Atlantic City.
What: Breakfast with Santa
Where: Historic Smithville | Fred & Ethel’s
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Website: www.eventbrite.com
Delicious food, festive fun and photos with Santa. Enjoy a kid-friendly breakfast. Children under 3 are FREE but please add them to your ticket for seating purposes.
What: Reed’s Farm Holiday Makers Market in Collaboration with Garden State Flea Markets
Where: Reed’s Farm
When: Saturday, Dec. 14
Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Website: www.eventbrite.com
Local vendors, wood-fired pizza, coffee, vintage candy and features more than 40 of the area’s most talented artists, crafters, artisans, makers and growers.
What: Rainforest Cafe’s Breakfast with Santa
Where: Rainforest Café
When: Sunday, Dec. 15
Time: 9 a.m.
Website: www.eventbrite.com
Enjoy a delicious plated breakfast, write letters to Santa and get your picture taken with Santa.
What: Nutcracker
Where: Caesars Atlantic City
When: Sunday, Dec. 15
Time: 7 p.m.
Website: www.acballet.org/Nutcracker
“The Nutcracker,” one of ballet’s treasured classics, will take place at Caesars Atlantic City. There’s no better way to spend the holidays with family and friends than by sharing in this Atlantic City Ballet production.
What: Tinseltown Market
Where: Tennessee Avenue
When: Sunday, Dec. 15
Time: Noon-4 p.m.
Tennessee Avenue’s pop-up Tinseltown Market offers a shopping adventure that sparks the magic of the season. This festive event will span the entire Tennessee Avenue block and showcase a variety of unique local vendors. For those interested in participating as a vendor, contact info@tennave.com for more information.
What: Christmas in Concert
Where: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
When: Various days until Tuesday, Dec. 24
Time: See website for dates and times
Website: www.borgata.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/the-music-box/christmas-in-concert.html
“Christmas in Concert” is a magical celebration of the holiday season that treats the audience to an exciting performance of holiday classics. Featuring breathtaking costumes, choreography and musical arrangements, “Christmas in Concert” is a jolly good time.
What: The Irish Pub Christmas Spectacular
Where: The Irish Pub
When: Now thru Jan. 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Website: www.theirishpub.com
Join The Irish Pub and experience the joyous wonder and magic of Christmas. The Irish Pub and Inn is once again transformed into a Christmas wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, Christmas trees and one of the largest and most magnificent Christmas displays you’ll ever see.
What: Candy Cane Lounge Atlantic City Pop-Up Bar
Where: Resorts Casino Hotel | Bar One
When: Now until Jan. 3
Website: www.resortsac.com/entertainment/winter-holiday-pop-up-bar
Get ready for some holiday cheer at AC’s favorite seasonal pop-up bar. It’s the perfect place to sip on holiday-themed cocktails, take some holiday selfies and enjoy festive decor and live entertainment.
What: Ocean’s Holiday Village
Where: Ocean Casino Resort
When: Every Saturday until Dec. 21
Time: 11a.m.-9 p.m.
Experience Ocean Casino Resort’s enchanting Holiday Village, a festive wonderland filled with joy and cheer. Located inside The Shops at The Row, shop Ocean’s Holiday Village this year for the perfect gift. Enjoy Ocean’s 10 hand-selected vendors to experience the magic of the season with a bespoke local flair.
What: Bar 32 Christmas Experience
Where: Bar 32 on Tennessee Avenue
When: The whole month of December
Website: www.bar32chocolate.com
Step into Bar 32 to enjoy dazzling decorations, decadent desserts, and signature cocktails, all crafted by the one and only Mama Chocolate.
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!
