Matcha has gone mainstream. Every coffee shop worth its beans has at least one of the grassy green beverages on the menu, ranging from cool and refreshing concoctions topped with sweetened cream…
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The best of social dining, entertainment and culture, all within an easily accessible area.
Long Beach doesn’t just serve up great meals near the sand, it delivers them on it. We’re talking actual restaurants, serving sizzling Argentine steaks, smoky Cajun barbecue, heavy metal burgers and dog-friendly…
Long Beach is well known as a city of art and artists—and it’s easy to see why. Spectacular murals are scattered across the city, with new ones appearing almost every week. But…
Let’s face it: life can sometimes drag you down a bit. Which is why it’s nice that, in Long Beach, there are plenty of places designed to raise you up above it…
Planning a summer trip to Catalina Island? If you need ideas for your itinerary, the City of Avalon provides free events every day of the week with their “Avalon Summer Series.” From…
With more than five miles of sandy beaches, Long Beach is an urban rarity: equal parts Big City and Beach Town. And whether you require equipment or lessons, Long Beach offers myriad…
Long Beach is one of the best places in Southern California to celebrate the Fourth of July, with a massive celebration aboard the Queen Mary, a BBQ at the Aquarium of the…
Long Beach’s tourism scene is booming and a big part of that success is thanks to the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center. A recent economic impact study revealed that visitors to…
Opened in 1924 as a silent movie house with an orchestra pit and pipe organ, the Art Theatre is the last of over 50 original independent theatres in Long Beach.
The Long Beach Municipal Band is celebrating a remarkable 116th season in 2025, proudly standing as the oldest city-funded municipal band in the United States. But while the band’s history runs deep…
Catalina Island offers turquoise waters, natural adventures and romantic vistas and getting there is a lot easier than you might think. Whether you're heading over for a quick day trip or a…
Planning a getaway with your partner? Long Beach is one of the best SoCal destinations for couples, with dreamy hotel stays, romantic restaurants, and fun activities for two, whether you’re into indoor…
This is Long Beach. Full of life. Culture. Artists. Self-proclaimed foodies and drink connoisseurs. Shoppers. Fitness/health lovers. Dog people. Young professionals. Big city with a small town beach vibe. This is Long Beach. From Downtown, to Belmont Shore/Naples, to 4th Street, to Bixby Knolls, to the East Arts District, there is so much, here in Long Beach. Learn where to eat, drink, play, and stay all the while sharing your experiences. So sit back, and hold on tight, you're in for one heck of a ride!
