Atlantic City Is Creating Life-Sized Monopoly In New York City

A special event will soon take place, with the approval of iconic game maker Hasbro, as Visit Atlantic City is doing a taking over of Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central Terminal in New York City.

Visit Atlantic City will be implementing a life-sized Monopoly game — an iconic game that is synonymous with Atlantic City.

The life-sized board game will take place from October 2-4, 2026.

Three-Day Experimental Pop-Up Event

Previous Visit Atlantic City Monopoly event rendering.

The event will welcome locals and visitors alike to step directly onto a fully walkable game board, which is filled with Atlantic City attractions and experiences

It will a fully interactive experience. The special event is designed to promote the various experiences, entertainment and attractions that are available in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Gary Musich — President & CEO — Visit Atlantic City

After an enthusiastic response to the activation's debut at Union Station, we're excited to bring this experience to Grand Central Terminal, one of the country's most iconic and busiest transportation hubs. The pop-up gives visitors a playful preview of Atlantic City's acclaimed dining, live entertainment, casino resorts and attractions, all just over two hours by car from New York City. By bringing our longstanding Monopoly ties to life in the heart of Manhattan, we hope to inspire travelers to make Atlantic City their next getaway, said Musich.

Atlantic City — New York City — Monopoly Event Details

It is free and open to the public, the activation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from October 2-4, 2026 in the Vanderbilt Hall of Grand Central Terminal in New York City.

More activation details will be shared closer to the event. For additional information about Visit Atlantic City, go to visitatlanticcity.com.