Atlantic City August 2017 | Airshow Soars, Wine Flows, BeachFest Continues

Look! Up in the air! It’s not Superman, it’s the annual Atlantic City Airshow, “Thunder Over The Boardwalk,” Aug. 23. And it’s free. For complete details, click here.

Watch the show from Olón’s deck at Tropicana and enjoy a $30 lunch special, plus featured Aviator cocktails and beer specials. Limited outdoor seating is available. Visit Tropicana.net for more information.

International Winefest

Back on the ground, Golden Nugget will host the International Winefest. The event begins Aug. 25 with a Wine and Jazz Reception Under the Stars. Mingle with winery ambassadors, winemakers and wine enthusiasts on the Event Lawn. Enjoy wines from more than 65 of the most prolific wineries, complemented by award-winning cuisine. Tickets are $49.

At the Grand Tasting on Aug. 26 sample more than 100 wines from 10 of the world’s most prestigious wine-producing countries. Enjoy wines from Italy, Spain, France, Portugal, Germany, the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Uruguay and South Africa. Tickets are $85.

Both events begin at 7 p.m. and end at 10. For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com.

BeachFest continues

Ruff Ryders & Friends headline the third BeachFest Concert on Aug. 3. For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com or call (800) 745-3000.

New musical

“Dula,” a new musical, premieres in Atlantic City at 8 p.m. Aug. 18 and 19 at Dante Hall. “Dula” will be the first work to be presented in Stockton University’s new workshop series. The goal of the series is to present at least three or four new works by local playwrights, or previously unproduced works, each year.

“Dula” is the story of a love triangle that ended in murder and became the nation’s first highly publicized crime of passion. The story has been passed down for more than 150 years through legend and song, yet the truth of these stories always has been questionable.

With a book by Paul Elliott, music by Jeanie Cunningham, and lyrics by both Jeanie Cunningham and Elliott, “Dula” will be directed by Rosemary R. Selah.

For more information, visit DulaTheMusical.com. Tickets are $8 and $10, and can be ordered online at DanteHallStockton.org. Dante Hall is located at 14 N. Mississippi Ave.

Jose, you can see

Jose Garces, the chef behind Tropicana’s newest dining venues, will personally host two events this month that are open to the public.

Nikka Japanese Whisky Tasting

Aug. 19 at Okatshe meet, greet and take photos with Garces during the cocktail hour at 7 p.m. Then enjoy a Japanese whisky tasting, yakitori and light bites until 9 p.m. After the event, the night continues during Okatshe’s Sake. Sushi. Spinning., with a DJ and late night happy hour specials until 2 a.m. A limited number of tickets at $75 per person is available at Ticketmaster.com.

Sunday Live Jazz Brunch

Wake up and dine Aug. 20 at Olón’s Live Jazz Brunch with a special appearance by Garces. From 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. enjoy an unlimited raw bar and chef’s selection of ceviches, smoked fish and some of Garces’ favorite brunch items. In addition to these specials, try the bloody Mary and mimosa bars, fresh juice bar and more. Garces will attend to meet guests from 1 to 2 p.m. Brunch is $39 per person and reservations are recommended. Call (609) 340-4050 or visit OpenTable.com.

Taste of the Quarter

Tropicana’s 10th Annual Taste of the Quarter will take place Aug. 21. More than 25 restaurants, bars and eateries will feature a special taste of their menus to benefit United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) in Atlantic County. Tickets are $30 and 100 percent of the proceeds benefits UWGPSNJ. Tickets can be purchased at the IMAX Box Office, located on the third floor of The Quarter, Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. For complete information, click here.

Fighting chance

If you can’t make it to Las Vegas for the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight, head to the Tropicana’s Grand Exhibition Center Aug. 26 for a live broadcast. Doors open at 8 p.m.; the fight is scheduled to begin at 9. Advance ticket sales are $49, not including taxes and fees. Day-of-fight ticket sales are $75, not including taxes and fees. Attendees must be 21. Visit Ticketmaster.com.

Get fit

Tropicana and AtlantiCare Life Fitness Center are offering free Zumba classes on the Boardwalk at noon every Friday and Saturday, and at 10 a.m. Sundays.

Here are other “insider” tips about what’s happening in Atlantic City’s casinos during August:

Bally’s Atlantic City

Promotions
Hit the road a winner at the Bally’s Summer Cruisin’ Giveaway where you could win one of three 2017 Jeep Wranglers or $25,000 cash. Receive one entry for every 25 tier credits earned. Play every Tuesday to increase your odds with 5X earned entries. If you haven’t done so already, download the play by Total Rewards app to accept the Summer Cruisin’ 100 Bonus Entries offer on Sept. 1. Finale drawing is Sept. 2. Details at the Total Rewards Center.

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

Promotions
777 Bonus Slot Dollars Every Seven Minutes (Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31), 5X slot dollars (Aug. 4 – 6), Audi Q5 Sweepstakes (Aug. 27). Details at the M life Rewards Center.

Entertainment
Borgata Comedy Club (check for dates in August), The Burlesque Show (Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31), Joe Bonamassa (Aug. 4), CFFC – 66 Cage Fury Fighting Championships (Aug. 5), Jim Norton (Aug. 5), CMT’s Nashville In Concert (Aug. 6), Retro Futura featuring Howard Jones, Paul Young, English Beat, Men Without Hats, Katrina and Modern English (Aug. 11), Styx – REO Speedwagon – Don Felder (Aug. 12), Kool & The Gang and The Commodores (Aug. 13), Impractical Jokers (Aug. 17 and 18), Santana (Aug. 20), Jerry Seinfeld (Aug. 25 and 26), Jamey Johnson (Aug. 26). For tickets visit TheBorgata.com or call (866) 900-4TIX (4849).

Caesars Atlantic City

Promotions
Earn drawing entries through Aug. 29 to win your share of Cleopatra’s Treasures in the $250,000 Grand Finale on Aug. 29. Receive one additional entry daily by swiping at a Promotional Kiosk and get another entry for every 25 tier credits earned. Plus, play every Tuesday to increase your odds with 5X the earned entries. Details at the Total Rewards Center.

Entertainment
Recycled Percussion (Aug. 4 and 5), Donny & Marie (Aug. 25), Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals (Aug. 26). For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com.

Golden Nugget Atlantic City

Entertainment
Deckstock (Aug. 12), Rich Little (Aug. 17 – 19). For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com.

Promotions
Win a 2017 Maserati at 6 p.m. Sept. 3. Earn one entry for every 25 tier credits by playing with your 24K Select card at any slot machine or table game through Sept. 3. Earn bonus 5X entries every Wednesday in August.
Premier, Chairman and Elite 24K Select cardholders will earn 2X, 3X and 4X tier credits, respectively, every Tuesday and Thursday in August.

$10,000 Bingo Bonanza every Monday in August at 2 and 7 p.m. in The Grand. Free entry for all Elite and Chairman cardholders. All others must earn at least 20 tier credits that day for the player and one guest
For details on all promotions, visit the 24K Select Club.

Free self-parking continues.

Entertainment
The One – Culture Crossover Concert (Aug. 20. For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com or call (800) 736-1420.

Harrah’s Resort

Promotions
Win a share of $250,000 in cash and free play prizes during the Summer of Jackpots giveaway. Earn entries daily through to the Grand Finale Sept. 9. Receive one free entry daily by swiping at a designated Promotional Kiosk and one additional entry for every 25 tier credits earned at Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City. Plus, play every Tuesday to earn 5X entries.

Entertainment
Legends In Concert (through Aug. 13). For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com or call (800) 736-1420.

Resorts Casino Hotel

Promotions
Play daily through Sept. 3 to win $2 million in Resorts $2 million Flip Flop Fever. Star cardholders can play once each day for free and get a second chance after earning five tier points.

Guess the number of sea shells in a container on the casino floor and win $500 in slot cash. Enter every day through Sept. 4. The 10 players closest to the actual number of sea shells without going over will win $500 in slot cash.

2017 Camaro Guaranteed Sweepstakes – Get one entry for tier point earned through Aug. 27 – 10X entries every Tuesday and double entries every Thursday. Drawing is at 4 p.m. Aug. 27.

$35,000 Jackpot Sweepstakes – Earn one entry for every taxable jackpot paid through Aug. 31. Drop your entry tickets in the drum on Sept. 30 to be entered into the sweepstakes. One entrant will win $1,000 in slot cash every 10 minutes from 6 to 10 p.m. Grand prize drawing for $10,000 cash will be at 10:15 p.m.

Entertainment
Eric Kearns (Aug. 1), Blue Jupiter (Aug. 7, 13, 16, 20-23, 27-31), The Revolution (Aug. 11), George Benson (Aug. 26). For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com or the Resorts Box Office, or call (800) 745-3000.

Tropicana Atlantic City

Entertainment
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus may be history, but Nik Wallenda’s Zirkus II could be the next best thing. You won’t see any live animal acts, but Zirkus is best described as “a thrilling variety show” starring celebrated wire walker Nik Wallenda and an international troupe of circus performers. It’s also great for families. Zirkus will play select dates – matinees and evening performances – through Sept. 4 in the Tropicana Showroom. Tickets (plus taxes and fees) are $30 for adults and $15 for children 16 and younger. Visit the Tropicana Box Office or Ticketmaster.com, or call toll-free (800) 745-3000.

Fireworks continue every Saturday through Sept. 9 at 10 p.m.

Primal Men – Male Revue (every Friday and Saturday at Boogie Nights), Chaka Khan (Aug. 12), Ann Wilson (Aug. 19), Smokey Robinson (Aug. 25). For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com, call (800) 745-3000 or check with the Tropicana Box Office.

Another entertainment option at Tropicana is Atlantic City’s only IMAX® Theatre. “Great White Shark 3D” runs through Dec. 31. For show times and tickets, visit Tropicana.net/Entertainment/IMAX-Theatre/. Tickets can be purchased at the IMAX Box Office, through Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000.

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Darryl also writes a bi-weekly column, Mr. AC Casino, for the Atlantic City Weekly. A former professional journalist, based in Wilmington, Delaware, Darryl is president of his own consulting firm that manages several small national and international trade associations, and provides public relations and fundraising services for a number of charitable organizations.