Experience downtown Long Beach at its most creative during the quarterly DTLB Art + Design Walk this Saturday, July 11 from 2-7 p.m.
This event is organized by the Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Alliance in partnership with DTLB Design District, Studio One Eleven and the Arts Council for Long Beach (ArtsLB).
With the theme of “The Art of Movement: Where sport, design and creativity intersect,” the DTLB Art + Design Walk will bring together local artists, galleries, businesses and cultural organizations across Pine & Promenade, North Pine and the East Village Arts District. Three complimentary driver shuttles will also run throughout downtown during the event.
“The DTLB Art + Design Walk continues to showcase the incredible creativity that defines Downtown Long Beach while creating meaningful opportunities for artists, businesses, and the community to connect,” said Rodrigo Rodarte, senior placemaking & activations manager for DTLB Alliance, in a public statement. “This summer’s theme celebrates movement in all its forms, from artistic expression to cultural exchange, and reflects the energy and momentum shaping Downtown today.”
The upcoming DTLB Art + Design Walk will feature the following activities throughout the event:
- FIFA World Cup quarterfinal watch parties will be held at restaurants, bars and breweries across the event map
- The Art + Design Village at Mosaic Promenade (300 N. Promenade) will bring together local artists, makers, designers and community organizations, with handcrafted goods, live demonstrations and hands-on creative experiences.
- Converse with resident artists, designers and Studio One Eleven’s Urban Design interns at 245 E. Third St.
- Partake in an interactive installation centered on movement, human experience and built environment with the CSULB Immersive Design Research Lab at 260 E. Fourth St.
- Starting from Edison Theatre (213 E. Broadway), take an hourly guided tour of new Long Beach Walls murals from 3-5 p.m. courtesy of Creative Class Collective.
- Family-friendly art activities will be hosted on ArtsLB’s Artsy Bus pop-up at Lincoln Park (101 Pacific Ave.).
- Intertrend will host its “Pieces of Japan” experience, which explores Japanese craftsmanship, culture and design, at the Psychic Temple (228 E. Broadway).
- Several downtown businesses will celebrate their anniversaries, including Laurie’s Pie Bar (450 Pine Ave.), J Graphix Studio (404 E. Third St.), Wildflower Beauty + Brows (429 E. First St.), which will include live art, music, food and more. Long Beach Vintage (737 Pine Ave.) is also throwing an anniversary carnival from noon to 6 p.m.
- Live painting, flash tattoos, local DJs, artist receptions, gallery exhibitions and performances can be found at businesses such as Loiter Galleries, SOLO Arts, ISM Brewing and The Raven & The Wolves
To learn more about the DTLB Art + Design Walk, visit dtlb.org/art-walk or @dtlb.arts and @dtlballiance on Instagram.
