Feeling overwhelmed with the last-minute planning, all-day cooking and extravagant hosting that comes with Thanksgiving?
Skip the stress by celebrating the holiday in Atlantic City. All day long on Nov. 27, the city should be filled with unique activities and delicious meals.
Whether you are looking to party with friends or wanting family-friendly fun, Atlantic City has options for you.
Night view of the Boardwalk and Downtown Atlantic City’s waterfront in New Jersey.
The Hook at Caesars Atlantic City performance
Experience jaw-dropping acrobatics during a night filled with comedy and performances at The Hook.
Taking place in Caesars Atlantic City, this event is scheduled for 7 p.m. Nov. 27 and is set to last for approximately an hour and 15 minutes. Those who attend are required to be 18 or older.
Tickets can be purchased on the event page.
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Showboat Hotel’s all-you-can-eat buffet
Feast on traditional Thanksgiving favorites at the Showboat Hotel: The all-you-can-eat buffet features the classics, including roast turkey, iconic sides and seasonal desserts.
Plus, the entire thing is just steps away from the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
This family-friendly event is to run from 1-8 p.m. on Thanksgiving. Tickets can be purchased via Eventbrite or on the Showboat Hotel website.
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Atlantic City Comedy Club stand-up show
Have a night filled with non-stop laughs with a live stand-up comedy show at the Atlantic City Comedy Club, located in Tropicana Atlantic City. The show, which is to last approximately 90 minutes, features local comedians. Snacks and drinks are to be available for purchase.
The Nov. 27 show is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. This is a 21-and-older show.
Tickets may be purchased on the event webpage.
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Ocean Casino Resort Thanksgiving specials
Dine on exclusive meals at Ocean Casino Resort’s various restaurants. Each restaurant — Amada, Ocean Steak and Harper’s — features special meals designed specifically for Thanksgiving.
The restaurants each take their own spin on Thanksgiving meals, with dishes varying in flavors and prices. Menus may be viewed on the resort website, and reservations can be made online.
A view of the exterior of the Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City.
Hard Rock Casino concert
Enjoy a night of music at Hard Rock Casino’s Lobby Bar, where the band Isn’t It Always? is to be performing. The Atlantic City-based band specializes in emo and pop-punk music.
The performance scheduled from 7-11 p.m. Nov. 27. This free event is to take place within the bar, where you must be at least 21 to enter.
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This article originally appeared on Cherry Hill Courier-Post: Thanksgiving in Atlantic City features performances, food specials