High-energy experiences paired with modern meeting infrastructure

By Eming Piansay

With a flair of personality and a gem of professionalism, Atlantic City offers a bouquet of charm, cultural depth, iconic moments and high-energy experiences that give planners a wide range to pull from when crafting the perfect experience for their attendees. Whether your attendees are making rounds on the conference room floor or on a go-kart, guests will appreciate the collective offerings Atlantic City has to offer.

Resources

Visit Atlantic City

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Reasons Why Planners Love Atlantic City

Go-karting at Lucky Snake at Showboat Hotel Atlantic CIty
Go-karting at Lucky Snake at Showboat Hotel Atlantic CIty

On the Boardwalk. Sometimes a walk can be the thing that truly sets an experience apart. On Atlantic City’s Boardwalk, the world’s first and longest, visitors can walk, bike or ride in a classic rolling chair. Attractions along the Boardwalk include miniature golf, the Central Pier Arcade, bumper cars and more. Be sure to check out the Wheel at Steel Pier, which can hold up to 240 passengers.

Fast and furious. Buckle up and put your helmet on for go-karting at Lucky Snake at Showboat Hotel Atlantic City. Guests can choose from karts that reach speeds of up to 25 mph, with races that include seven laps. The venue also features an arcade with a variety of offerings, including arcade games, pinball machines, racing simulators, VR games and crane games.

Historical spaces. The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is a venue that focuses on preserving the history, culture, art and lives of African Americans in Southern New Jersey. The Bernie Friedenberg World War II Memorial is another historic location that honors U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Bernard “Bernie” I. Friedenberg and all Americans who served during World War II.

Breweries and distilleries. For those so inclined, Atlantic City offers a wide range of locations to enjoy a variety of libations. Wineries include Balic Winery, Sharrott Winery and Bellview Winery. Breweries include Little Water Distillery, Cape May Brewing Co., Hidden Sands Brewing Co. and Somers Point Brewing Company. For a distillery experience, visit Bar 32 Chocolate & Cocktails Bar.

 

Places to Meet & Stay

Borgata Hotel & Spa interior

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa offers several nightlife options for planners and attendees after meetings conclude, including the BetMGM Sportsbook & Bar and Borgata Beer Garden.

117,070 sq. ft. of meeting space; 2,727 guest rooms

People eating and talking outside at Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City

Ocean Casino Resort Atlantic City offers a variety of resort experiences, including the Mussels Fitness Center, Ocean’s 18 Mini Golf & Bar, TopGolf Swing Suite, Bar & Kitchen and more.

160,000 sq. ft. of indoor meeting space; 1,860 guest rooms

Steak and wine
Dougherty’s Steakhouse

Resorts Casino Hotel offers several dining options, including casual restaurants like Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy and fine dining establishments such as Dougherty’s Steakhouse & Raw Bar.

64,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space; 942 guest rooms

Woman getting a massage at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City offers the best of both worlds, with a wide selection of meeting spaces and amenities that include Rock Spa & Salon and live events at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena.

150,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; 2,000 guest rooms

This article appears in the January/February 2026 issue. You can subscribe to the magazine here.