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Atlantic City Sizzles with Summer Events!

05-26-2009

Atlantic City, NJ, May 26, 2009 -- Now that the 2009 summer season has officially started, it’s time to head down the shore for an ‘Always Turned On’ season in Atlantic City. Whether it’s free concerts, sporting events or festivals, there are always an abundance of activities for you to enjoy.  Here’s a sneak peak of everything you have to look forward to this year. If you are planning to visit Atlantic City and want more information, call 1-888-AC-VISIT (228-4748) or go to www.atlanticcitynj.com.

           

Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall

 

·         Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall, 2301 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ. 609-348-7000,   www.boardwalkhall.com. Tickets for events held at Boardwalk Hall are available at the Boardwalk Hall Box Office, all Ticketmaster locations, www.ticketmaster.com, or by phone at 800-736-1420.

o   Iconic rockers Fleetwood Mac bring their Greatest Hits “Unleashed” Tour on Saturday, June 13 at 8 p.m. Presented by Caesars Atlantic City. Tickets are priced at $49.50, $79.50, and $149.50.

o   Latin Fury 9 takes place on Saturday, June 27, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Ballroom. The event features two title fights: Juan Manuel Lopez vs. Olivier Lontchi for the World Jr. Featherweight Championship, and Fernando Monteil vs. Eric Morel for the WBO Bantamweight Championship. Presented by Caesars Atlantic City and Top Rank. Tickets are $50, $100 and $200.

o   Fans will once again have the chance to catch their favorite American Idols performing live in concert, when the top 10 contestants from season 8 – Adam Lambert, Allison Iraheta, Anoop Desai, Danny Gokey, Lil Rounds, Matt Giraud, Megan Joy, Michael Sarver, Scott Macintyre, and American Idol winner Kris Allen,  - make a stop at Boardwalk Hall, Friday, August 7. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40.50, $55.50, and $69.50.

o   Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band are back in town for a remarkable performance on Sunday, August 23, beginning at 8 p.m. as part of Jimmy Buffett's "Summerzcool" Tour 2009. Presented by Caesars Atlantic City. Tickets are $66, $96, $156, $226.

 

Atlantic City Convention Center

·         The South Jersey Sports Extravaganza & Wellness Expo will pump you up on Saturday and Sunday, August 29-30. Get ready for some of the most amazing sports performances you have ever seen with heated competition of martial arts events, boxing, USA power lifting, cheerleading, arm wrestling and much more. Plus, health and wellness experts will teach you

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healthy living and how your family can fight obesity. The two-day event will feature free health screenings, massage therapy, demonstrations, natural products, healthy and organic food options, along with aromatherapy and more.

Advance tickets are available at a discounted rate of $15. Tickets at the door will be $20, for entry into the event for both days. Children 12 years of age and under are admitted free of charge. VIP tickets with premium seating and a gift bag are $35. For more information, visit www.southjerseyexpo.com or call 609-923-2663.

 

Sporting Events

  • The Absecon Lighthouse’s Annual Golf Tournament takes place at McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links in Egg Harbor Township on Friday, June 5. Check in begins at 11:30 a.m. To register, call Lou Paludi at 609-484-0600 or the Absecon Lighthouse at 609-449-1360. Individual player price: $100. For more information, visit www.abseconlighthouse.org.

 

  • Volleyball is served when Great American Volleyball returns to Atlantic City on Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, with the Great American Volleyball Atlantic City Open, taking place on the beach in front of Trump Plaza Hotel and Casino next to the Trump Plaza Beach Bar. Admission is free for all spectators.  Tournaments begin at approximately 9 a.m. or 9:30 a.m. each day. All volleyball players must check in between 8 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. For more information or to pre-register, visit the Great American Volleyball Web site at www.greatamericanvolleyball.com.