There’s plenty of chances to hang out in the sun and enjoy this holiday weekend and the following week in Long Beach and Signal Hill.
The Fourth of July festivities include a bike parade commencing from Rosie’s Dog Beach as well as a 16mm screening of “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” at the Art Theatre of Long Beach. Plus, the Goth + Alt Flea market at Long Beach City College and the Tanabata Festival at the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden are two creative ways to bookend the celebratory weekend.
For the musically-curious kids, the Long Beach Symphony will host interactive instrument petting zoos Saturday at Alamitos Library and Wednesday at Brewitt Library. Families can also check out live music from the Long Beach Municipal Band Tuesday through Thursday at local parks, with this week’s program focusing on the scores of composer James Horner.
Those looking to help out the local immigrant community can check out immigration fundraisers Friday night at Que Sera and Saturday afternoon at The Bamboo Club, where money will be raised for ÓRALE and Union Del Barrio.
Friday 7/4
4th of July Bike Parade: 10 a.m. This 2-mile bike parade is open to kids and adults, and doubles as a food donation drive for the local homeless community. The bike parade will start and finish near Rosie’s Dog Beach at 5000 E. Ocean Blvd. and will begin with short patriotic speeches and poems by kids, and will end with awards and cash prizes. Attendees are asked to bring some tuna, pasta noodles, breakfast cereal or peanut butter. Register online. Free.
Horror on 16mm: 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a late night screening of the horror classic “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” in the original 16mm film format at the Art Theatre of Long Beach (2025 E. Fourth St.). Tickets are $15 general admission and can be purchased online.
Immigration Fundraiser: 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Help raise funds for Organizing Rooted in Abolition, Liberation, and Empowerment (ÓRALE) at this dance and donate party at Que Sera (1923 E. Seventh St.). DJs and special guests will perform. Tickets are $5 online and $10 at the door, with all proceeds going to ÓRALE.
Saturday 7/5
Raptor Rumble: 8 a.m. During this tour of Southern Los Cerritos Wetlands, attendees can learn about restoration efforts and the native people who once lived on the land. This walk is for people ages 7 and older, and attendees should bring comfortable shoes, a hat and a water bottle. Meet at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and First Street in Seal Beach. RSVP at elizabeth@lcwlandtrust.org. Free.
Palestine Fundraiser & Yard Sale: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Local residents are throwing a fundraiser/yard sale at Termino Avenue and E. Fountain St., selling clothing, home goods, plants and more for their friend in Gaza who needs urgent medical treatment.
Immigration Fundraiser: Noon to 9 p.m. This all-day show will feature non-stop DJ sets, multiple small business vendors, record swaps, live screen printing, an open gallery and raffle prizes to benefit ÓRALE and Union Del Barrio, two local organizations that aid the immigrant community. This family-friendly show will take place at The Bamboo Club (3522 E. Anaheim St.). Free entry, but a $10 donation is encouraged after 5 p.m.
Yap & Stitch: Noon to 3 p.m. Crafters and yappers can meet at this cozy hangout at Girl Coded Vintage (5470 Long Beach Blvd.). Attendees are encouraged to bring whatever project they’re working on, and will get 5% off their purchase. Free.
Instrument Petting Zoo: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children can play with and touch a variety of orchestral instruments such as violins, trumpets, flutes and percussions at Alamitos Library (1836 E. Third St.). This program is hosted by the Long Beach Symphony with the goal of introducing a love of music to kids at a young age. Free.
Slow Jamz: 8 p.m. to midnight. Vibe to a collection of R&B vinyl DJs while sipping on natural wines at Sala Coffee and Wine (3853 Atlantic Ave.). This event is 21+. Tickets are $6.64 and can be purchased in the link in the bio of @slowjamz.co on Instagram.
Sunday 7/6
Goth + Alt Flea: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Over 250 vendors selling vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture, art, collectibles, hats, toys and more will gather at Long Beach City College (1305 E. Pacific Coast Highway) for this Goth + Alt Flea Market. There will also be live DJs, food trucks and free tote bags for the first 100 guests. This event is pet-friendly. Parking and admission are free.
Tanabata Festival: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Celebrate this Japanese legend, which tells the tale of when the two stars Orihime and Hikoboshi, who are usually separated from each other by the Milky Way, are finally able to meet. This festival at the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden (1250 Bellflower Blvd.) will include crafts, live music and giveaways. Free parking will be available in lot G4. Tickets range from $5-10 and can be purchased online or at the event.
Discos y Vino: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Good Luck Vinyl Club is celebrating summer with a proper street funk party at The Social List (2105 E. Fourth St.). Funk Freak Records, a worldwide DJ collective based out of Santa Ana that specializes in curation and spinning the best funk music from around the globe, will be playing all-vinyl sets. Free, but seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Monday 7/7
Zumba & Kickboxing: 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Love Beyond Limits’ Exercise for Peace programming kicks off with zumba and kickboxing at Martin Luther King Jr. Park (1133 E. Rhea St.). RSVP for more details at the link in the bio of @lovebeyondlimits13 on Instagram. Free.
Boxing & Self-Defense: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Youth ages 12-26 can learn boxing and self-defense skills at beginner-friendly classes Mondays and Wednesday, hosted by Devotion Fitness. A second session will take place from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Gel hand wraps are required and can be purchased on-site for $10, and all other equipment will be provided for up to 20 participants. This space is for LGBTQ+, women and BIPOC individuals. Free, but registration is required via the link in the bio of @devotionfitnessinc on Instagram.
‘Love Island’ Viewing Party: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Every Monday is “Love Island” night at Roxanne’s Bar (1115 E. Wardlow Road), featuring a pre-show at 7 p.m., signature cocktails, food specials and large screens on the outdoor patio. Those 21 and under are welcome until 10 p.m.
Tuesday 7/8
Tween Drop-In Hours: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Kids grades 5-8 can drop in at the Signal Hill Public Library (1800 E. Hill St.) to make friends, relax with a book, learn a new hobby, play games and enjoy snacks. Free.
Free Pantry: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can grab free groceries from Long Beach Community Table’s pantry at 3311 E. 59th St. Additional hours include Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Fridays from noon to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon to 2 p.m. No appointment is required, but residents are asked to only visit once per week. Free.
Municipal Band: 6:30 p.m. This week’s Municipal Band concert at Bixby Annex Park (East Ocean Boulevard and Junipero Avenue) features the scores of James Horner, an iconic film composer known for “Legends of the Fall,” “The Rocketeer” and “Apollo 13.” Singer Mark Kopitzke will perform vintage swing and jazz songs. Families are welcome to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Free.
Wednesday 7/9
Harmonica Lessons: 11 a.m. to noon. Seniors ages 55 and older can learn a new skill at this beginner-level harmonica class at the Signal Hill Public Library (1800 E. Hill St.). Instruments will be provided. Free, but registration is required by calling the library at 562-989-7323.
Instrument Petting Zoo: 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children can play with and touch a variety of orchestral instruments such as violins, trumpets, flutes and percussion at Brewitt Library (4026 E. Anaheim St.). This program is hosted by the Long Beach Symphony with the goal of introducing a love of music to kids at a young age. Free.
Concert in the Park: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Signal Hill’s concerts in the park will kick off with a performance from FM Frequency at Signal Hill Park (2175 Cherry Ave.). There will be community booths, concessions and raffles. Free.
Municipal Band: 6:30 p.m. This week’s Municipal Band concert at Los Cerritos Park (3750 Del Mar Ave.) features the scores of James Horner, an iconic film composer known for “Legends of the Fall,” “The Rocketeer” and “Apollo 13.” Singer Mark Kopitzke will perform vintage swing and jazz songs. Families are welcome to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Free. Families are welcome to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Free.
Thursday 7/10
Asylee & Refugee Orientation: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This virtual orientation teaches new asylees and refugees how to navigate social services, educational resources and several other immigration topics. This workshop is hosted in Spanish and is confidential for attendees. Sign up at bit.ly/asilado.com. Free.
History on the Hill: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents of all ages can learn the history about the Signal Hill Police Department from historian David Ferrari in a new exhibit at the Signal Hill Public Library (1800 E. Hill St.). Registration is required by calling the library at 562-989-7323. Free.
Jazz & Blues: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Listen to live jazz and blues players aboard the Queen Mary (1126 Queens Highway) every Thursday in July. Free, but parking with validation is $10.
Hot Gorls Walk & Skate: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Every Thursday evening, Devotion Fitness will host a walk and skate session centering women, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals at 2300 E. Ocean Blvd. Free, but registration is required in the link of the bio of @devotionfitnessinc on Instagram.
Municipal Band: 6:30 p.m. This concert will take place at Larry Curtis Concert Park at Marine Stadium (5255 Paoli Way) and features the scores of James Horner, an iconic film composer known for “Legends of the Fall,” “The Rocketeer” and “Apollo 13.” Singer Mark Kopitzke will perform vintage swing and jazz songs. Families are welcome to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Free. Families are welcome to bring blankets, chairs and snacks. Free.
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