“With a host of newly opened restaurants and attractions beckoning visitors, in addition to all the major events taking place, we are expecting a jam-packed season and recommend guests book early. “As the ultimate sun, fun, beach and Boardwalk destination, summer is always an exciting time in Atlantic City,” said Larry Sieg, President and CEO of Visit Atlantic City. Spiegelworld’s long-awaited The Hook also opens as the only permanent live entertainment destination in Atlantic City. Three Atlantic City hotels are also celebrating milestones this summer with Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa marking its 20th anniversary and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City and Ocean Casino Resort each toasting to their fifth. This summer, the iconic beach and boardwalk destination is gearing up to host a series of fan-favorite events including JJFISHWEEKAC, Arett Lawn and Garden Show, USA Pickleball Indoor National Championships and US Open Pool Championships.
Visit Atlantic City and the Atlantic City Sports Commission enjoyed a strong Q2 with 22 events, conventions and conferences generating 23,320 room nights booked and 153,285 attendees, resulting in a total economic impact of $50,431,607.
