Atlantic City Airshow 2023: The Best Viewing Spots & Parking

Planning on attending this year’s Atlantic City Airshow 2022? Here is your guide to the best viewing spots and everything else you need to know before the big day.

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Atlantic City Airshow 2023: The Best Viewing Spots & Parking

Your guide to this year’s Atlantic City Airshow on August 16, 2023, from the top viewing points available to the best parking options.

August is fast approaching and Atlantic City is packed with things to do in the sunshine. In August, ‘Atlantic City Airshow – Thunder Over the Boardwalk 2023’ will be taking to the skies.

This impressive show has been running now since 2003. In fact, the 2003 Airshow took place in celebration of 100 years of powered flight.

Ever since, spectators have gathered in large numbers to watch the show each year. From the Tropicana at one end of the boardwalk, to Ocean at the other. In fact, a reported 500,000 people gather for the Airshow every year.

We’re here to let you into a few secrets ahead of 2023’s Atlantic City Airshow, from the best spots to view the action to the desired parking locations.

When is the Atlantic City Airshow?

The Airshow takes place on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Currently, there is no start time. However, it is worth noting that the show normally lasts four to five hours. There is also a practice day on Tuesday, August 15.

Where is the Atlantic City Airshow?

The show goes by another name, ‘Thunder over the Boardwalk‘. So, the aircrafts fly above the Atlantic City boardwalk as the name suggests.

But the ‘official’ location is the Jersey Shore. With that location comes numerous prime viewing spots. Keep reading to find out about some of the best viewing locations for the Airshow this year.

Premium Viewing Spots: Looking for the Best Seats in the House?

In addition to classic spots like the beach, from a hotel, on a boat, or while on AC’s famous Steel Pier Ferris Wheel, here are four premium VIP viewing areas that will guarantee a good time.

Flightline Club at Beach and Bellevue Avenue

At Flightline Club you will be located on a private part of the beach, right next to the flying area. There is a shaded tent section for those who wish to spend their day there, with plenty of food and drink options inside. The Airshow’s announcer can also be heard here.

However, this viewing spot will cost you. We expect tickets to be priced at $75.

Meet AC Atlantic City Airshow Viewing Party at Bally’s Beach Bar

Head down to Bally’s Atlantic City Beach Bar for the Airshow and your ticket will get you a BBQ for lunch, entertainment before, during and after the show, and two summer cocktails or drinks of your choice.

Tickets at Bally’s Beach Bar will be $75 for all of that. It ain’t bad!

VIP Watch Party at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall

Yes, the Boardwalk Hall is indoors. But you actually have an incredible view of the Airshow from the private outdoor balcony which overlooks the AC boardwalk. That’s what makes it an impressive viewing location for the show.

Your ticket to the VIP Watch Party at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall includes lunch, bottled water and Coca-Cola products if you fancy them. A great day out for sure – valued at an estimated $135 per ticket.

Rooftop Airshow Viewing Event at The Vue at the Claridge

Finally on the list, it’s the Airshow Viewing Event at the Claridge, on the roof. The Vue Rooftop Bar gives its guests a panoramic view of Atlantic City and beyond. Absolutely perfect for the 2022 Atlantic City Airshow.

Watch the aircrafts fly by you while up high and help yourself to the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet. Tickets will likely be priced at around $120 for adults and $60 for those under 16.

Where Can I Park for the Atlantic City Airshow?

If you are driving to the Atlantic City Airshow this year, there are parking lots throughout Atlantic City. There are also plenty of paid parking locations including:

Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall
Ohio Avenue parking lot
Tanger Outlets The Walk parking
Stockton University parking garage
The Wave parking garage
Claridge Hotel garage (where the Rooftop Airshow Viewing Event is!)
Convention Center garage at Michigan Avenue

If parking is proving difficult to plan for, you can also use the various public transport options across Atlantic City to get there on August 16. Whether it’s rail or bus, there is an option there for everyone.