Events | Things to do in Atlantic City

Feature Upcoming Atlantic City Events

All Upcoming Area Events

There’s always something happening in Atlantic City! From electrifying concerts, festivals, and boardwalk events to community gatherings, city-sponsored programs, nonprofit initiatives, and small business showcases, the city buzzes with opportunities for everyone. Plus, regional events from the surrounding area are highlighted here, so you’ll never miss a moment of the excitement.

As a vibrant, 24/7 seaside destination, Atlantic City offers world-class entertainment, family-friendly fun, and a dynamic mix of experiences that make it an incredible place to live, work, and play. Check back daily to stay updated on everything happening in and around the city—because in Atlantic City, the excitement is always right outside your door! And be 'shore' to reach out and share your event so we can feature it for the whole community to enjoy!

LOCAL BUSINESS

8/25/2026

Black Business Expo

All Wars Memorial Building

Keep your calendars open for this free event celebrating Black entrepreneurship

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Indiana Garden Workshop Series (August 25)

COMMUNITY

8/25/2026

Indiana Garden Workshop Series (August 25)

730 N. Indiana Ave

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COMMUNITY

8/28/2026

Steel Pier Day - Third Ward

1000 Boardwalk

Throughout the summer, City of Atlantic City Councilmembers, in partnership with Steel Pier, offer Steel Pier Days for residents in their wards to enjoy the amusement park free of charge!

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ART

8/28/2026

Art in the Park (August 28)

1617 Baltic Avenue

Art in the Park takes place Fridays in the summer from 2:00-4:00 PM at Brown's Park.

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ART

8/28/2026

Outside Lines Meetups

Fisherman's ParkAtlantic City, NJ, 08401United States

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COMMUNITY

9/2/2026

Steel Pier Day - All City

1000 Boardwalk

Throughout the summer, City of Atlantic City Councilmembers, in partnership with Steel Pier, offer Steel Pier Days for residents in their wards to enjoy the amusement park free of charge!

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Free Vegetable Distribution (September 2)

COMMUNITY

9/2/2026

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 2)

Ventnor and Dover Avenue

Fresh vegetables grown in the Dover Garden will be distributed to Chelsea residents every Wednesday in the summer from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.

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COMMUNITY

9/4/2026

Steel Pier Day - Second Ward

1000 Boardwalk

Throughout the summer, City of Atlantic City Councilmembers, in partnership with Steel Pier, offer Steel Pier Days for residents in their wards to enjoy the amusement park free of charge!

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Free Vegetable Distribution (September 9)

COMMUNITY

9/9/2026

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 9)

Ventnor and Dover Avenue

Fresh vegetables grown in the Dover Garden will be distributed to Chelsea residents every Wednesday in the summer from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.

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EDUCATIONAL

9/14/2026

AC Library Lunch & Learn (September)

1 N. Tennessee Avenue

Feed your appetite and mind at the Atlantic City Free Public Library Lunch & Learn series

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COMMUNITY

9/15/2026

Community Fund Reception

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

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Free Vegetable Distribution (September 16)

COMMUNITY

9/16/2026

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 16)

Ventnor and Dover Avenue

Fresh vegetables grown in the Dover Garden will be distributed to Chelsea residents every Wednesday in the summer from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.

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Feature Past Atlantic City Events

All Past Events

Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City Hall of Fame: A Night of Elegance & Recognition

COMMUNITY

12/11/2025

Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City Hall of Fame: A Night of Elegance & Recognition

Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City, 317 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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COMMUNITY

12/7/2025

Gingerbread Cottage Workshop for Adults

Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ.

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Let It Snow: Cookie Decorating Workshop for Teens

COMMUNITY

12/6/2025

Let It Snow: Cookie Decorating Workshop for Teens

Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ.

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Trim a Tree: Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop for Kids

COMMUNITY

12/6/2025

Trim a Tree: Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop for Kids

Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ.

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Atlantic City’s Holiday Spirit Comes Alive at the Noyes Arts Garage

NON-PROFIT

12/6/2025

Atlantic City’s Holiday Spirit Comes Alive at the Noyes Arts Garage

Noyes Arts Garage, 2200 Fairmount Ave, Atlantic City, NJ‍

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COMMUNITY

12/5/2025

2025 Chelsea Tree Lighting Celebration

O’Donnell Memorial Park

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Absecon Lighthouse to Shine Bright at the Luminary Light Festival

COMMUNITY

12/5/2025

Absecon Lighthouse to Shine Bright at the Luminary Light Festival

Absecon Lighthouse, 31 S. Rhode Island Avenue, Atlantic City, New Jersey.

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COMMUNITY

12/5/2025

Ducktown Tree Lighting 2025

Ducktown Park, corner of Arctic Avenue and Mississippi Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ (across from White House Sub Shop)

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Atlantic City Hosts Family Movie Night Featuring Moana 2

COMMUNITY

12/4/2025

Atlantic City Hosts Family Movie Night Featuring Moana 2

Soldiers Home (All Wars Memorial Building), Atlantic City, NJ

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COMMUNITY

12/4/2025

Community Call: Help Us Tell Atlantic City’s Historic Northside Story

City Hall – Room 206, Atlantic City, NJ‍

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Atlantic City Main Library's Free Paint and Sip Program for Adults

COMMUNITY

12/4/2025

Atlantic City Main Library's Free Paint and Sip Program for Adults

Atlantic City Main Library.

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Midtown CDC Hosts Business Lunch for Atlantic City Entrepreneurs

COMMUNITY

12/4/2025

Midtown CDC Hosts Business Lunch for Atlantic City Entrepreneurs

La Oveja Negra, 1732 Atlantic Ave, Atlantic City.

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Feature Upcoming Atlantic City Events

Free Inlet Fishing Lessons (July 28)

Indiana Garden Workshop Series (July 28)

Yoga for Youth (July 28)

Free Vegetable Distribution (July 29)

Art in the Park (July 31)

Flagship: Launch & Ribbon Cutting

AC Library Lunch & Learn (August)

Free Inlet Fishing Lessons (August 4)

All Upcoming Area Events

Black Business Expo

Indiana Garden Workshop Series (August 25)

Steel Pier Day - Third Ward

Art in the Park (August 28)

Outside Lines Meetups

Steel Pier Day - All City

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 2)

Steel Pier Day - Second Ward

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 9)

AC Library Lunch & Learn (September)

Community Fund Reception

Free Vegetable Distribution (September 16)

Feature Past Atlantic City Events

City of Atlantic City Community Yard Sale

Art in the Park (July 24)

Yoga for Youth (July 21)

Free Inlet Fishing Lessons (July 21)

SkateAC Uptown Takeover

Jumpstart Atlantic City Information Session

Kick it in the Loop

Steel Pier Day - Fifth Ward

All Past Events

Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City Hall of Fame: A Night of Elegance & Recognition

Gingerbread Cottage Workshop for Adults

Let It Snow: Cookie Decorating Workshop for Teens

Trim a Tree: Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop for Kids

Atlantic City’s Holiday Spirit Comes Alive at the Noyes Arts Garage

2025 Chelsea Tree Lighting Celebration

Absecon Lighthouse to Shine Bright at the Luminary Light Festival

Ducktown Tree Lighting 2025

Atlantic City Hosts Family Movie Night Featuring Moana 2

Community Call: Help Us Tell Atlantic City’s Historic Northside Story

Atlantic City Main Library's Free Paint and Sip Program for Adults

Midtown CDC Hosts Business Lunch for Atlantic City Entrepreneurs

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