ATLANTIC CITY, NJ (Monday, October 4, 2021) Coming off the successful MEDCO / Ace Tool Customer Appreciation Show, Atlantic City is open for business and ramping up convention season by welcoming four events to the Atlantic City Convention Center throughout the remainder of October.
The annual 2021 Northeast Regional Carwash Convention (NRCC) begins tomorrow at the Atlantic City Convention Center through October 6. NRCC has planned a great conference lineup with keynote speaker and former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, along with educational sessions and expert exhibitors for all things related to the carwash industry.
The annual Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference (ACVC) is celebrating 32 years and will be held October 11-13. Attendees will receive an engaging educational experience, earn CE credits plus interact and network with peers, friends, and faculty.
Dino Stroll is a new consumer event for the Atlantic City Convention Center. This interactive experience will allow attendees to get up close to life-like and life-size dinosaurs, some standing over 25 feet tall and spanning over 60 feet long. The Atlantic City Convention Center will transform into the Mesozoic Era with prehistoric dinosaurs from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods. The event will stroll into the Atlantic City Convention Center October 23-24 and is a family-friendly event. Tickets can be purchased here.
WILD Dance Intensive will return October 24 with their one-day dance intensive class with a one-of-a-kind dance experience in an encouraging, fun, and creative environment. The faculty is made up of world-renowned dance choreographers and educators that are committed to the future of young dancers.
“Atlantic City is open for business, and we are thrilled to welcome new and annual events throughout the destination. Attendees can expect safe, in-person events and discover a diversity of experiences after the meetings and events are through,” stated Meet AC’s President and CEO, Larry Sieg.
Atlantic City expects to welcome more than 15,000 visitors for the four events. Local Atlantic City businesses will be positively impacted by the activity throughout the destination, as the estimated economic impact will reach over $6 million. In addition, more than 2,200 hotel rooms have been contracted for these events.
“We are excited about the busy October ahead and hosting a variety of different events showcasing our world-class facility,” said Spectra’s Jim McDonald, General Manager of the Atlantic City Convention Center.”
Please note that all patrons entering the Atlantic City Convention Center will be required to wear a facial covering or mask and keep it on at all times while in the venue, except as necessary to consume food or beverage. For complete Atlantic City tourism and convention information, visit www.meetac.com.
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About Meet AC
Meet AC, Inc. is a 501(c)(6) organization formed and funded as a public-private partnership by the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) to create economic development through conventions, sporting events, film production and group tourism. Meet AC focuses on three primary objectives: sales, marketing and services.
For complete Atlantic City tourism and convention information, visit www.meetac.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Spectra
Spectra is an industry leader in hosting and entertainment, partnering with clients to create memorable experiences for millions of visitors every year. Spectra’s unmatched blend of integrated services delivers incremental value for clients through several primary areas of expertise: Venue Management, Food Services & Hospitality, and Partnerships. Learn more at SpectraExperiences.com.
About the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority
The only agency of its kind nationwide, the CRDA has used Atlantic City casino reinvestments as a catalyst for meaningful, positive improvement in the lives of New Jersey residents since 1984. Under the 2011 Tourism District Act, the Authority's mission evolved from statewide projects to becoming the state's key economic development agency for Atlantic City. CRDA's expanded responsibilities now include land use regulation, tourism marketing and clean and safe initiatives. The CRDA also oversees Historic Boardwalk Hall (the leading entertainment venue of its size in the country) and the Atlantic City Convention Center. In total, CRDA has invested nearly $2 billion in more than 400 projects statewide, of which $1.8 billion has been invested in Atlantic City, spurring business investments and expansions, and creating permanent jobs in the process. For more information about CRDA and our projects, visit www.njcrda.com, and follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
For complete Atlantic City tourism information, visit www.atlanticcitynj.com, and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
MEDIA CONTACT
Jessica Kasunich
jkasunich@meetac.com
609-515-0210