Coca-Cola and The Apollo have teamed up to bring the world’s longest running talent competition to one of the largest shopping destinations in the country. We’re bringing Amateur Night alum for pop up performances and looking for the best singers to join us at American Dream Mall to audition for a chance to win a spot in The Amateur Night Holiday Special presented by Coca-Cola on December 19^th and 20^th, 2025. This special edition of our famed talent competition showcases the best and brightest performers featuring special guests and Amateur Night alumni.  

Don’t miss your chance to shoot your shot for a chance to perform in the talent competition that launched the careers of stars like Ella Fitzgerald, D’Angelo, Jazmine Sullivan, H.E.R, and more!  

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Location:

‍American Dream Mall | Court D

1 American Dream Way

East Rutheford, NJ 07073

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Important Information:

• Amateur Night Holiday Special is not a competition show, but a showcase of Amateur Night alum and special guest performers

• Auditioners must be available to perform at The Amateur Night Holiday Special on December 19 – 20, 2025 at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria located at 233 West 125^th Street, New York, NY 10027

• Auditioners must be at least 14 years of age

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This Thanksgiving Gobble Gobble Give is taking over The Apollo Stages at The Victoria, and we need you to help us spread love and give back to our  community.

Bring your big heart and even bigger energy and sign up to volunteer bagging or serving meals or drop off toys and non-perishable food to brighten someone’s holiday.  

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Whether you’re stacking boxes, serving smiles, or donating, you’re feeding more than stomachs; you’re feeding the soul of our community.

Let’s give back The Apollo way.

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Featuring PAULA "THE TROPHY WIFE" CLARKE, UNCLE G. & MARK GREGORY

HOSTED BY MEMPHIS WILL

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Jumpstart your weekend with a fun night of laughter, drinks, and  tasty bites with the best up and coming talent in comedy today. Curated by Bob Sumner (legendary producer of Def Comedy Jam, creator of Laff Mobb on Aspire), The Apollo Comedy Club presents a night of comedic sets that will have you rolling in laughter. 

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Perfect for date night, or a night out with friends, don’t miss your chance to heat up your Thursday with the hottest ticket in Harlem.

Singer and songwriter Du’Bois A’Keen and friends perform a mix of contemporary gospel in this spirt-lifting night of music. The concert includes excerpts from Du’Bois’ commissioned work with the dance company Alvin Ailey entitled “Sacred Songs”. A’Keen’s effortless range accompanied by guests vocalists creates an experience that is a salve for the soul.

Broadway’s acclaimed vocalist AYANA GEORGE JACKSON takes the stage to deliver a night of pop, soul and gospel. Ayana (fresh from MJ on Broadway) takes center stage for a powerful night of music and down-to-earth ‘sangin!