Families can kick-off their weekend with multiple free Halloween-themed events on Friday. Kids can catch a spooky but age-appropriate screening of “Goosebumps” at Burnett Neighborhood Library or visit Mark Twain Neighborhood Library for the Trick-or-Treat Fest, featuring crafts and candy stations. Billie Jean King Main Library will host a Halloween Parade with themed stations, spooky crafts and short movies, while Silverado Park will host a community Halloween Carnival with games, cookie decorating, costume contests and more.
Pet owners in Long Beach have two opportunities this week to help support the health of their furry friends. Sunshine Rabbit Center will host a special session on bladder and urinary health for bunnies, offering tips from a veterinarian on prevention and care for both new and experienced rabbit parents. Meanwhile, Long Beach Animal Care Services will hold a low-cost vaccine clinic for cats and dogs, providing discounted vaccines and microchips to help pets stay healthy and protected.
Young creatives in Long Beach have multiple free events to explore art and STEM this week. Kids can practice watercolor painting at Los Altos Neighborhood Library, experiment with coding and robotics at Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, or explore the artistic process at Billie Jean King Main Library.
Friday 10/31
Kids’ Monster Matinee: 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kids between the ages of 6 and 12 are invited to celebrate Halloween with an age-appropriate movie at Burnett Neighborhood Library (560 E. Hill St.). Drop by after school to enjoy a screening of “Goosebumps” (rated PG) and light snacks before heading out for trick-or-treating. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Free.
Trick or Treat Fest: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy candy stations, crafts, and festive activities in a safe, fun environment at Mark Twain Neighborhood Library (1401 E. Anaheim St.). Costumes are welcome. Free.
Halloween Parade: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Families are invited to celebrate spooky season at Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). Walk through themed stations around the library to collect treats, make a spooky craft and watch short movies. Treat bags will be provided. Costumes are encouraged. Free.
Silverado Park Neighborhood Halloween Carnival: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Celebrate Halloween with family and neighbors during this community festival at Silverado Park (1545 W. 31st St.), featuring carnival games, crafts, cookie decorating, costume contests, a cake walk and more. Costumes are encouraged. Free.
Saturday 11/1
Beekeeping 101: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Learn the basics behind beekeeping in this hands-on beginner class at the Willow Springs Bee Sanctuary (the exact address will be provided after registration). Participants will explore honeybee biology, hive maintenance, essential tools and tips for supporting local pollinators. Protective gear will be provided. Ticket prices start at $75 on Locali Seasoned’s website.
Day of the Dead Storytime: Noon. Young children are invited to celebrate Día de los Muertos at Brewitt Neighborhood Library (4036 E. Anaheim St.) with a special storytime featuring songs, stories and activities honoring this cultural tradition. Free.
Sunday 11/2
Urban Farm Wine Tasting: Noon to 4 p.m. Those 21 and older are invited to enjoy a day of wine tasting at Heritage Farm (1336 Gladys Ave.). Guests can sample a variety of Silva Road wines in a relaxed, scenic setting. Tickets can be purchased for $35 on Eventbrite.
Barnyard Afternoon: Noon to 4:30 p.m. Families are invited to Rancho Los Alamitos (6400 E. Bixby Hill Road) for a day of crafts, games and barnyard fun in celebration of Día de los Muertos. Guests can explore the historic grounds, meet farm animals and participate in hands-on activities. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Two sessions are available, from noon to 2 p.m. and from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Proceeds from the event will support Rancho Los Alamitos’ Livestock Program. Admission costs $5 per group on the day of the event or $7.18 on Eventbrite.
Bladder & Urinary Health for Bunnies: 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bunny owners are invited to learn about urinary health at Sunshine Rabbit Center (4202 Atlantic Ave, Unit 201) in Long Beach. Dr. Jen Kumar, a veterinarian and owner of Baker Bristol and Costa Mesa Pet Hospitals, will discuss bladder sludge, a potentially fatal condition, and share tips for prevention and care. This talk is suitable for both new and experienced rabbit parents. A suggested donation of $10 per attendee will be collected at the door to help support rescue rabbits.
Bored Teachers Comedy Tour: 4 p.m. The comedy collective Bored Teachers brings “The Struggle Is Real!” tour to the Long Beach Terrace Theater (300 E. Ocean Blvd.), featuring stand-up by various comics/teachers. Certain jokes may be PG-13. Doors open at 2 p.m. Tickets start at $50 on Ticketmaster.com.
Monday 11/3
Conference on Green Energy and Smart Systems: 9 a.m. to noon. Stakeholders are invited to attend this in-person conference inside the Pyramid at California State University Long Beach (E. Atherton St. & Merriam Way), hosted by the IEEE Systems Council Chapter, Coastal Los Angeles Section. Attendees will explore the latest developments in green energy and smart systems through presentations and discussions with experts in science and high-tech fields. Tickets start at $23.18 on Eventbrite.
Health, Wellness & Community: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Bay Shore Neighborhood Library (195 Bay Shore Ave.) and the Lovesick Podcast will present an evening of spoken word and mental health awareness featuring author and poet Antonio Robinson. Attendees are invited to listen and connect. This event is for adults. Free.
Tuesday 11/4
WONDER Tech Fest: 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Celebrate technology, innovation and culture at the Long Beach Convention Center (300 East Ocean Blvd.) during this three-day festival organized by Wonder Women Tech. The event features keynote presentations, workshops, live performances, exhibitions and networking opportunities. Attendees can connect with global innovators, entrepreneurs and creators while exploring hands-on experiences and immersive installations. Tickets start at $217.25 for in-person general admission and $86.98 for the virtual summit on Eventbrite. Survivors of the LA wildfires can register for free.
California Native Plant Sale: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The El Dorado Nature Center (7550 E. Spring St.) will begin hosting its annual Native Plant Sale on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from Nov. 4 to Nov. 25. A wide variety of California native plants will be available for purchase. Proceeds will support the Friends of El Dorado Nature Center. Plants will be sold while supplies last. Prices vary.
Low-Cost Vaccine Clinic: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Long Beach Animal Care Services (7700 E Spring St.) will be offering discounted vaccines and microchips for pets. Cats must be brought in carriers and dogs must be leashed. Services are available on a first-come, first-served basis for the first 60 pets. Treatment prices vary.
Wednesday 11/5
Watercolor Works: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kids ages 6 to 12 are invited to practice watercolor painting at the Los Altos Neighborhood Library (5614 E. Britton Drive). All materials will be provided. Free.
CSULB Mobile Makers: 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kids in the 3rd to 5th grades are invited to the Mark Twain Neighborhood Library (1401 E. Anaheim St.) to explore science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on projects. This session will focus on coding with Ozobots, allowing participants to design, build and test their own robotic creations. The program is led by educators from CSULB. Registration through the City’s online event calendar is required; walk-ins are not guaranteed a spot. Free.
Thursday 11/6
English Conversation Club: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. English language learners are invited to practice English conversations, reading and writing at the Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway). This is an informal gathering and a safe space for anyone trying to learn English. Free.
ArtLAB x Long Beach Museum of Art: 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Children ages 6 to 12 are invited to explore process-based artmaking at Billie Jean King Main Library (200 W. Broadway) during this drop-in creative program held in collaboration with the Long Beach Museum of Art. Younger children are welcome with a guardian’s supervision. Free.
Architectural Lighting Tour: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The American Institute of Architects Long Beach/South Bay invites the public to a guided tour of 2ND & PCH (6420 Pacific Coast Hwy), featuring the lighting designer, manufacturer and agent behind the project. This event is appropriate for those 18 and older. Register on Eventbrite. Free.
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