Atlantic City Gears Up for Packed Summer Events Calendar

From concerts and airshows to boxing matches and golf tournaments, the Jersey Shore destination has a diverse lineup of attractions this season.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:50am

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Atlantic City, New Jersey is set to host a variety of high-profile events and festivals this spring and summer, including the return of the Soar & Shore Airshow, the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival, the ShopRite LPGA tournament, and the Police Security Expo. The destination is also seeing new hospitality developments, such as restaurant openings at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and a partnership between Hyatt and Seaview Hotel & Golf Club.

Why it matters

As a premier leisure and business travel destination, Atlantic City's robust events calendar helps drive tourism and economic activity for the Jersey Shore region, especially during the peak summer months. The diverse lineup of attractions caters to a wide range of interests, from aviation enthusiasts to craft beer lovers and golf fans.

The details

Visit Atlantic City, the city's tourism agency, is gearing up for a busy spring and summer season. The organization staged 18 successful events in the first quarter of 2026, generating over 38,000 hotel room nights and nearly 160,000 attendees. This offseason activity generated nearly $20 million in economic impact. Looking ahead, Visit Atlantic City has 17 major events and conferences planned for the spring, including the Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival, the Soar & Shore Airshow, the ShopRite LPGA tournament, and the Police Security Expo.

  • The Soar & Shore Airshow will be held from May 29-31, 2026.
  • The Atlantic City Beer & Music Festival is scheduled for spring 2026.

The players

Gary Musich

President and CEO of Visit Atlantic City, the city's tourism agency.

Visit Atlantic City

The tourism agency responsible for promoting Atlantic City and driving visitation to the destination.

Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City

A major casino-resort in Atlantic City that is opening new restaurants this season.

Hyatt Brands

A global hospitality company that has partnered with Seaview Hotel & Golf Club in Atlantic City.

Seaview Hotel & Golf Club

A hotel and golf course property in Atlantic City that has formed a new partnership with Hyatt Brands.

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What they’re saying

“The first quarter of 2026 marked a strong start for Atlantic City, with the destination experiencing growth through a variety of key developments such as the opening of the reimagined Solana Tower at the Tropicana Atlantic City and the debut of Ocean's 18 Mini Golf & Bar at Ocean Casino Resort.”

— Gary Musich, President and CEO, Visit Atlantic City

“We've also seen continued growth in events and conventions, reinforcing Atlantic City's position as a premier destination for both leisure and business travel. As we look ahead, we're building on this momentum with exciting initiatives and experiences that will continue to elevate the destination throughout the remainder of the year.”

— Gary Musich, President and CEO, Visit Atlantic City

What’s next

With the Soar & Shore Airshow set for Memorial Day weekend, Visit Atlantic City is finalizing preparations to ensure a successful and safe event for attendees.

The takeaway

Atlantic City's diverse lineup of events and attractions this summer, from concerts and airshows to golf tournaments and trade shows, demonstrates the destination's continued appeal as a premier leisure and business travel hub on the Jersey Shore.