NJ Casino News: Weekly Roundup

Get the latest casino news and updates in New Jersey for this week (March 5, 2022 – March 11, 2022).

AC Casinos Gearing Up for March Madness

Various Atlantic City casinos are prepping for a full month of offerings to celebrate the National College Basketball Championship Tournament. Casinos will host multiple events and allow punters to place bets at their favorite sportsbooks:

“Atlantic City casinos are ready to welcome college basketball fans to enjoy one of the biggest sporting events of the year,” said Joe Lupo, President of the Casino Association of New Jersey (CANJ). “Fans will enjoy a premier gaming experience while visiting our world-class destination as they watch the excitement of the games unfold. We are pleased to provide a wide variety of industry-leading sportsbooks, food and beverage specials and exclusive entertainment offerings throughout the month.”

More Senators Move to Sponsor Smoking Ban

Now one-third of New Jersey’s state senators are co-sponsoring the legislation to eliminate the casino smoking loophole. Five more senators have added their names to S264: Senators Andrew Zwicker (D); Jon Bramnick (R); Joseph Cryan (D); Fred Madden (D); and Robert Singer (R).

“New Jersey should not allow any worker to be subjected to cancer-causing secondhand smoke while on the job,” said Senator Zwicker. “I’m co-sponsoring S264 because it’s past time that we eliminate the casino smoking loophole and finally protect the health of casino workers. This is a common sense bill and an urgent matter for thousands of Atlantic City casino employees.”

“Smoking inside should no longer be acceptable in casinos,” said Senator Bramnick. “Employees have the right to breathe while working without the harmful effects of tobacco smoke.”

Ocean Casino Resort to Host Exclusive Dining Events

Throughout the next year, Ocean Casino Resort will offer a series of exclusive dining events as part of its new #OceanACEats culinary brand. The series will kick off March 21 with an evening of whiskey and music at Villain & Saint, while March 25 will have a five-course pairing menu from Chef Julian Cannuscio at Dolce Mare. American Cut will host two wine events: the PlumpJack Collection Wine Dinner on March 30 and the Opus One Wine Dinner on April 28:

“We are thrilled to showcase our ever-evolving culinary offerings through this unique and thoughtful set of gastronomic gatherings; including three fabulous events in March,” said Warren Richards, Senior Vice President of Food & Beverage for Ocean Casino Resort. “These select #OceanACEats events allow us to partner with some of the world’s most renowned wine makers, distilleries and chefs to present our customers with a series of truly exceptional experiences.”

Orange Loop Rock Festival Coming to AC in June

The Orange Loop Rock Festival will be held June 10-12 at the Showboat Festival Grounds. Acts like Chevelle, Hoobastank, Puddle of Mudd, Stone Temple Pilots, and other rock artists will play at the event:

The event will also feature a vendor village, rock star tribute bands, midget wrestling, food trucks and more.

Weekend passes cost $129.99, and child weekend passes are $49.99. A Rockstar VIP package is $449.99. Tickets can be purchased at orangelooprockfest.com.