The Borgata is taking advantage of a 'friends and family' period authorized by the state and announced Monday by Gov. The Borgata tells The Associated Press it will host an invitation-only trial period starting July 2 - the first day Atlantic City casinos can reopen.īut the general public will have to wait until 10 a.m. Atlantic City's top casino won't be opening its doors to the general public until July 6, four days after most of its competition.