Resorts Casino Hotel celebrates 40 years of gaming

In honor of 40 years of welcoming guests to experience Atlantic City's world-class gaming scene and nostalgic boardwalk culture, Resorts Casino Hotel today announces an outstanding lineup of celebratory events and performances in tribute of the property's 40th anniversary. Commemorating Resorts as the first casino-hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey, the festivities will officially kick off on Friday, 25 May and take place through Monday, 28 May, showcasing Resorts' renowned Beach Ball Drop, a live performance by the Village People and an awe-inspiring beachfront firework display, along with several throwback anniversary promotions and events throughout the holiday weekend.

"We are thrilled to kick off our anniversary celebration with an outstanding performance and summer event lineup, and to honor our guests and employees who supported Resorts and the evolution of Atlantic City over the past 40 years," said President and CEO of Resorts Casino Hotel, Mark Giannantonio. "It is a privilege to be a part of the creation of gaming in Atlantic City, taking it from a small gambling town in 1978 to what it is today – a multi-faceted industry providing countless visitors with first-class retail, dining and entertainment experiences. Our 40th anniversary is a celebration of Resorts' success, and we look forward to commemorating this exciting time in our history by hosting three months of can't-miss entertainment and promotions."

As a Mohegan Sun property, Resorts Casino Hotel has been under the successful management of Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment since 2012, establishing a strategic partnership with Resorts owner Morris Bailey and one of the top casino operators in the country. Since its inception, this partnership continues to position the brand as a leader in Atlantic City today.