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GLBT Friendly AC

Gay and Lesbian Friendly Atlantic City, NJ

Welcome to Atlantic City, one of the best gay travel destinations on the East Coast. The New Jersey Civil Union law went into effect February 19, 2007. Travel to Atlantic City to hold your ceremony, while you are here be sure to enjoy the wonderful Atlantic City events & entertainment, from cultural to nightlife and everything in between.
 
AC is a great getaway with the best casinos, restaurants and clubs.  The resorts are world-class and many cater to both the straight and LGBT customer. Take a trip to Atlantic City and you’ll find great nightlife and events that are marketed to same-sex couples.

The famed Atlantic City Boardwalk runs over 4 miles, making it the longest in the world. Take a stroll and enjoy the vendors and sights along the way. Atlantic City is convenient to prominent East Coast cities: AC is 60 miles from Philadelphia, 125 miles from New York, and 175 miles from Washington, DC.

Accommodations

Caesars Atlantic City

www.caesars.com/getoutinac/
2100 Pacific Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609-348-4411

At Caesars Atlantic City, you're invited to just be you. We welcome our guests with open arms, and pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment where everyone's free to get away and play.
 
 

Carisbrooke Inn Bed & Breakfast

www.atlanticcitynj.com/visit…
105 S. Little Rock Ave
Ventnor, NJ  08406
Phone: 609-822-6392
 
Conveniently located just a few steps from the beach and world famous Atlantic City boardwalk and casinos, the Carisbrooke Inn is nestled in historic seaside Ventnor.
 

Resorts Atlantic City

www.resortsac.com/
Resorts Casino Hotel
1133 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
 
The first casino hotel, Resorts Atlantic City, celebrates over 30 years of gaming in this thriving and groundbreaking resort which opened Atlantic City's first gay nightclub in 2011.

Tropicana Casino and Resort

www.atlanticcitynj.com/visit…
Iowa Ave. & The Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
800-THE-TROP

A premier resort in Atlantic City and home of The Quarter, a Cuban-themed dining, shopping and entertainment complex.  Dining, shopping, nightlife and AC’s only IMAX Theater all in one location. Tropicana is a proud member of the IGLTA.

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Caesars Atlantic City

www.caesars.com/getoutinac/
2100 Pacific Avenue
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 609-348-4411

At Caesars Atlantic City, you're invited to just be you. We welcome our guests with open arms, and pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment where everyone's free to get away and play.
 
 

Resorts Atlantic City

www.resortsac.com/
Resorts Casino Hotel
1133 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
 
The first casino hotel, Resorts Atlantic City, celebrates over 30 years of gaming in this thriving and groundbreaking resort which opened Atlantic City's first gay nightclub in 2011.

Tropicana Casino and Resort

www.atlanticcitynj.com/visit…
Iowa Ave. & The Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
800-THE-TROP

A premier resort in Atlantic City and home of The Quarter, a Cuban-themed dining, shopping and entertainment complex.  Dining, shopping, nightlife and AC’s only IMAX Theater all in one location. Tropicana is a proud member of the IGLTA.

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Civil Unions

Jean Muchanic, Officiant

Jean Muchanic, Executive Director of Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City, has recently become an ordained minister. Jean is certified to perform weddings and civil unions at Absecon Lighthouse, or at a site chosen by the intended partners. Ceremonies are customized to fit the particular religious or non-denominational needs of clients. For information call 609-449-1360.
 

Jeff George, Officiant

Jeff George is an ordained, non-denominational, interfaith minister specializing in weddings, and civil unions, at sea and on the beach. Couples may customize a ceremony to fit their exact needs, or choose from several intimate ceremonies created by Jeff. For more information, call 609-576-0044.
 

New Jersey Civil Union Information

www.state.nj.us/health/vital…
Application and Requirements
The New Jersey Civil Unions law went into effect February 19, 2007. Travel to Atlantic City to hold your ceremony and while you are here enjoy the wonderful attractions the city has to offer ranging from cultural to nightlife and everything in between.
 
 
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Concerts & Events

Boardwalk Hall

www.atlanticcitynj.com/visit/calendar_events.aspx
Historic Boardwalk Hall has hosted a sparkling list of dazzling entertainers and sporting events throughout its 81 year history. A premier entertainment spot for visitors and residents alike, this unique seaside arena helped solidify Atlantic City's reputation as the entertainment destination of the Northeast.
 

Miss'd America Pageant

www.atlanticcitynj.com/missd-america.aspx

The Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance and Schultz-Hill Scholarship Foundation announces the return of the Atlantic City Miss'd America Pageant to Atlantic City's historic Boardwalk Hall on Saturday, January 21, 2012. Originally a fundraiser and spoof of the world-famous Miss America Pageant, this hilarious event features drag queens strutting down the world's most famous runway.

2012 Miss'd America Pageant

  • Join host Carson Kressley as he presents this year's contestants in the hilarious spoof pageant, Miss'd America! For tickets, visit Ticketmaster.
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GLBT Organizations

Gables of Cape May

www.gablescapemay.com

GABLES is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote, secure, enhance and protect the human dignity, integrity and legal and political rights of lesbians, gays and bisexual persons.
 
 

Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance

www.acglbt.org
The Greater Atlantic City GLBT Alliance is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to promoting a better economic, social and political advocacy of GLBT and GLBT supportive business and citizens in the Atlantic City region.
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Nightlife

GLBT Karaoke Night

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Planet Rose in The Quarter at Tropicana
2801 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City
Phone: 609-470-1521

Every Monday Night - 10:00pm - 4:00am

Planet Rose Karaoke Bar presents Rainbow Night! All are welcome to attend regardless of sexual preference! Delicious drink specials include: $3 Beers $5 Aboslut-flavored cocktails. NO COVER. $2 Per Song Choice. Song Packages Available as well!

OUT at the INN

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Ram's Head Inn
9 White Horse Pike Galloway, NJ 08205 
Monday Nights 6-11:00 pm

Renowned for fine dining, Ram's Head Inn offers the GLBT community a fun-filled evening with a diverse bar menu, live piano music and karaoke.

Pro Bar

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Pro Bar at Resorts
1133 Boardwalk
Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 800-334-6378​

Pro Bar at Resorts Casino Hotel is Atlantic City's first gay casino nightclub. DJs, dance parties, music videos, theme nights, and special guests for the GLBT crowd.

Thursday Night OUT

www.thechelsea-ac.com
The Chelsea
111 S. Chelsea Ave. Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: 866-393-3285

Thursday Nights 8:30pm - Midnight

Karaoke every Thursday night in the Back Room at Teplitsky's. Great bar menu, music and specialty drinks.
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Restaurants

Ram's Head Inn

www.atlanticcitynj.com/visit…
9 White Horse Pike
Galloway, NJ  08205
Phone: 609-652-1700
 
Ram's Head Inn offers guests a chance to enjoy a unique dining experience in an elegant and inviting atmosphere. RHI's award-winning restaurant accentuates our enchanting private party facilities.
 

Out at the Inn

  • Every Monday Night 6pm - 11pm
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