The City of Atlantic City is offering residents a full month of celebration and opportunity. From festive community gatherings and fun-filled family activities to hands-on workshops designed to strengthen career skills, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and benefit from:

Family Movie Night (December 4th)
Atlantic City Youth Services and One Neighborhood Evolution are bringing the community together for an adventure inspired by Moana 2 on Thursday, December 4th! Enjoy FREE snacks, family fun, and more as we journey “beyond the reef” for a magical night at All Wars Memorial Building (1510 Adriatic Avenue) on the 3rd floor at 5:00 PM.

Resume Building Workshop (December 9th)
The City of Atlantic City Job Readiness & Employment Resource Program (under the CDBG office), in partnership with Jewish Family Service (JFS), is hosting this FREE workshop designed to help residents enhance their employability. Participants can create professional resumes, access job leads and gain valuable training to achieve career success. The next workshop is Tuesday, December 9th from 10:30am to 12:30pm at the PAL Building (250 N. New York Avenue).

Fiesta Navideña (December 11th)
Join City of Atlantic City Multicultural Services for a joyful Fiesta Navideña, a beautiful FREE holiday celebration filled with culture, music, community, and the spirit of togetherness! Enjoy live entertainment from Cuerdas de Borinquen, delicious food, games, music, and so much more on Thursday, December 11th at 2:00 PM at the Spanish Community Center (3900 Ventnor Avenue).

Winter Wonderland Festival (December 13th)
Join Atlantic City Youth Services on Saturday, December 13th for an unforgettable indoor AND outdoor FREE experience at the Atlantic City Skate Zone. From 12:00-4:00 PM, bring the whole family out for food, games, prizes and rides — the perfect way to kick off the winter season and an epic holiday experience in Atlantic City, because immediately following this event…

Atlantic City Holiday Parade & Market (December 13th)
The holiday magic levels up with the City if Atlantic City’s twilight Holiday Parade at 4:30 PM, lighting up Atlantic Avenue from City Hall to Albany Avenue with glowing floats, music, and cheer. And the celebration doesn’t stop there! Explore our first Holiday Market at O’Donnell Park (4:00–8:00 PM) featuring local vendors, treats, gifts, and cozy vibes. It’s a full day of holiday spirit you won’t want to miss!

Winter Coat Drive (December 16th)
Atlantic City Reentry Services, along with the city’s Homeless Outreach team, is holding their annual Winter Coat Drive on Tuesday, December 16th at the All Wars Memorial Building, running from 11 AM to 3 PM. Community members are invited to pick up free winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves, enjoy a cup of hot soup, and connect with local service providers.

Now through December 12th, the community can drop off new or gently used winter wear at City Hall (1301 Bacharach Blvd) or the All Wars Memorial Building (1501 Adriatic Avenue). Every donation makes a difference!

Path to Employment Workshop (December 18th)
The City of Atlantic City Job Readiness & Employment Resource Program and the Midtown CDC are partnering for Path to Employment Workshops on Thursday, December 18th from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the AtlantiCare Medical Arts Pavillion (7 S. Ohio Avenue). This FREE workshop offers you the chance to build confidence, sharpen your skills, and prepare for your next big opportunity, with a focus job readiness, career exploration, and résumé support. Email MidtownCDC@AtlantiCare.org to register.