The American Hockey League will bring the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic to Boardwalk Hall, marking the first-ever appearance of the AHL’s all-star showcase at a venue outside a league city. The AHL All-Star Classic, pitting the top players from the AHL’s Eastern Conference against the best of the Western Conference, will begin with the AHL All-Star Skills Competition on Sunday Jan. 29, at 3 PM; the AHL All-Star Game will follow on Monday, Jan. 30, at 7 PM. Tickets for the 2012 AHL All-Star Classic, which include admission to both the Skills Competition and the All-Star Game, are priced at $52 for seats on the glass, $37 for lower-level seats and $32 for upper-level seats.Following Sunday’s All-Star Skills Competition at Boardwalk Hall, take a quick walk down the Boardwalk to the Palladium Ballroom at Caesars Atlantic City for the Post Skills Party, starting at 5:30 p.m. Tickets to the party are priced at $35, and include a chance to meet and mingle with the players and grab an autograph or photo, enjoy complimentary beverages, interactive game stations, music, and more.
The 2012 AHL Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Ceremony will take place on Monday at 11:00 AM at the Caesars Circus Maximus Theater. This long-standing tradition honors AHL’s hockey legends and rising stars. The AHL Hall of Fame recognizes and celebrates individuals for their outstanding achievements and contributions. Tickets are $20 and include a commemorative program.
Buy 15 or more all-session tickets and save $5 per ticket on seats in the Lower or Upper Bowls. Call 609-348-7023 to place your order today. Calling all hockey clubs…VIP and on-ice opportunities are available! Call us at 609-348-7023 for details.
Take advantage of special hotel rates available at Caesars Atlantic City and Bally’s Atlantic City for Sunday and Monday nights. To reserve your rooms at Caesars ($49 for Sun. Jan. 29 and Mon. Jan. 30) or at Bally’s ($35 for Sun. Jan. 29 and Mon. Jan. 30) call 888-516-2215 and mention code PAHL . Both properties are located on the Boardwalk and less than a 10 minute walk to Boardwalk Hall.
The first AHL All-Star Game was held in 1942 as a fundraiser for U.S. and Canadian efforts in World War II; this will be the 18th All-Star Classic since the event was resurrected in 1995. Last year the Eastern Conference swept both nights’ events, including an 11-8 win over the Western Conference in the All-Star Game. The 2012 edition is presented by the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, Caesars Entertainment and the AHL. For more information about the AHL, visit www.theahl.com .
