While the return of school creeps around the corner, we’ve gathered a list of events to help families and friends soak up Long Beach’s concerts, movies and summer-centric outdoor gatherings.
Many organizations are winding down their concerts and movies in the park, but residents can still catch a show at LBCC Friday night and an acoustic performance at the Recreation Park bandshell Saturday night. Families can watch classics like “Jumanji,” “A League of Their Own,” “Guardians of the Galaxy III” and “Elemental” at parks throughout the week.
Other activities include a pup-human yoga outing on Saturday, an antique market on Sunday and a group run on Tuesday.
Friday 8/16
Community Summer Concert: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The public is invited to a concert by local band Knyght Ryder at Long Beach City College (4901 East Carson St.). District 5 Councilmember Megan Kerr and LBCC board Vice President Virginia Baxter will be there to meet local residents. Free.
Disco Night Market: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Residents can shop, eat, dance and drink at this family-friendly night market at Partake Collective (456 Elm Ave.). Over 20 vendors will be selling their wares while attendees enjoy disco music, food and drinks. Entry is free.
Movies & Moonlight: 6 p.m. The shopping complex 2nd & PCH (at the corner of Second Street and Pacific Coast Highway) invites the public to an outdoor screening of the 1995 film “Jumanji.” Seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are also encouraged to bring their own blankets and lawn chairs. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome. Free.
Movie in the Park: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to an outdoor screening of the 2023 movie “Guardians of the Galaxy III” at Marine Park (intersection of Appian Way and Second Street). Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. They are also encouraged to wear fun or unusual socks. The movie will begin at dusk. Free.
Saturday 8/17
Asanas & Dogs: 8 a.m. to noon. Humans are invited to practice asanas alongside their pooches at Signal Hill Park (2175 Cherry Ave.). All dogs must be on a leash. Leashes can be a maximum of six feet long. Attendees should bring a yoga mat with them. All skill levels are welcome. Free.
Low-cost Pet Vaccines: 8 a.m. to noon. Humans can bring their pets to this clinic offering wellness services and vaccines at the Jessie Nelson Circle in front of Signal Hill City Hall (2175 Cherry Ave.). Services range from $13 to $30 and include things like microchips, canine influenza, rabies vaccine, tape worm treatment, flea/tick treatment and more. Prices vary.
Immigration Clinic: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. During this workshop at Long Beach City College (1305 E Pacific Coast Highway), people will receive legal advice relating to immigration. This event is appropriate for those looking to fix their immigration status, those who have a deportation order, or anyone who has a family member in a detention center. This event is sponsored by the Long Beach Justice Fund. Free.
Khmer Storytime: 11 a.m. to noon. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring children to the Signal Hill Public Library (1800 E Hill St.) to enjoy Khmer stories, music and movements led by local business Khemara Kids. This event is appropriate for kids of all ages, but especially aimed at children between 1 and 5 years old. Free.
World Honey Bee Day: 11 a.m. The shopping complex 2nd & PCH (at the corner of Second Street and Pacific Coast Highway) will be hosting an event honoring the honey bee. The family-friendly event will include a Q&A with a beekeeper, a bee-themed bubble party, crafts, face painting and more. Free.
Summer Concert: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Local acoustic band the Salty Suites will be performing Americana, folk and bluegrass songs for the public at the Recreation Park Bandshell (4900 E Seventh St.). Free.
Sunday 8/18
Long Beach Antique Market: 6:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. A wide variety of unique vintage items will be available at the weekly Long Beach Antique Market (4901 E Conant St.), including artwork, furniture, toys, games, clothing and more. Over 800 vendors will be present. General admission costs $10.
Breathwork and Sound Bath: 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. This active meditation will focus on healing through tools like crystal singing bowls, chimes and other instruments to release stuck emotions and help ground participants. Attendees should bring a mat, blanket and water to this meditation at Compound Long Beach (1395 Coronado Ave.). Tickets are $17.85 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
Family Art Making: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families are invited to create art together at the Long Beach Museum of Art (2300 E Ocean Blvd.). The art projects will be based on the work of Keith Haring, and will be appropriate for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Free.
Free Back-to-School Haircuts: noon to 5 p.m. Families can head to Your Hair n More Barbershop (408 E Third St.) and get their kids ready for school with free haircuts, twists, braids and school supplies. Free.
Writing Workshop: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join local poets and writers at The Wicked Wolf (2332 Pacific Ave.). for this “Write Yourself Free” workshop while enjoying handcrafted cocktails. Tickets can be purchased online for $15.
Monday 8/19
Community Budget Meeting: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited to participate in the creation of the city’s next annual budget at Billie Jean King Library (200 W Broadway). Participants are encouraged to give feedback on how the City should use its funds. Free.
Concert in the Park(ing Lot): 6:30 p.m. Join the residents of Bixby Knolls for the last rendition of this year’s Concerts in the Park(ing Lot) series. Western Standard Time Ska Orchestra will be performing at the Howard CDM parking lot at 3737 Long Beach Blvd. Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. They are also encouraged to wear crazy hair-does. Free.
Moonlight Mash Bike Ride: 7:30 p.m. Residents can cruise in the moonlight with fellow bike riders at this monthly gathering beginning at Pedal Movement (223 E First St.) and ending at The 4th Horsemen (121 W Fourth St.). The theme of this month’s bike ride is “Tim Burton vs. Wes Anderson” and attendees are encouraged to dress up. Rollout is at 8 p.m. Free.
Movie in the Park: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to an outdoor screening of the animated movie “Elemental” at Somerset Park (1500 E Carson St.). Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. They are also encouraged to wear crazy hair-does. The movie will begin at dusk. Free.
Tuesday 8/20
Group Run: 7 p.m. The Long Beach Running Club hosts a weekly run along the beach. All skill levels are welcome. Attendees will meet at 3300 E Ocean Blvd. Free.
Moonlight Movies on the Beach: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Watch a screening of “A League of Their Own” at Granada Beach (5000 E. Ocean Blvd). The event will feature pre-show entertainment from local bands. This screening is part of the summer-long Moonlight Movies at the Beach series. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to sit on. Food trucks will be present. The movie screenings are family-friendly and pet-friendly. Free.
Movie in the Park: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to an outdoor screening of the movie “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire” at Houghton Park (6301 Myrtle Ave.). Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. The movie will begin at dusk. Free.
Wednesday 8/21
Toastmasters: 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. Residents can practice their public speaking skills through this virtual Zoom class that takes place every first and third Wednesday of the month. Email jgrobaty@gmail.com for more information and for the meeting link. Free.
Queen Mary Movie Night: 6 p.m. The public is invited to a screening of the movie “Wakanda Forever” at the Queen Mary (1126 Queens Hwy.). Admission is free, but registration is required. To register for this event, visit queenmary.com. Couples can also purchase the date package online for $79, which includes reserved couch seating, assorted small snacks, drink service and a bottle of champagne.
Board Games Gathering: 6 p.m. to late. Local board game enthusiasts gather weekly in the cozy confines of The Wicked Wolf (2332 Pacific Ave.). Sometimes there are cookies, and there are always cocktails and mocktails. Free to attend, but purchase of a drink is highly encouraged.
Movie in the Park: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to an outdoor screening of the animated movie “Elemental” at Scherer Park (4600 Long Beach Blvd.). Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. They are also encouraged to wear crazy hair-does. The movie will begin at dusk. Free.
Thursday 8/22
Retro Game Day: 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Teens are invited to play a variety of retro video games at Mark Twain Neighborhood Library (1401 E Anaheim St.). Free.
Movie in the Park: 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The public is invited to an outdoor screening of the movie “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire” at Orizaba Park (1435 Orizaba Ave.). Attendees are encouraged to bring a lawn chair, blanket and picnic food. The movie will begin at dusk. Free.
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