Big Bang on the Bay - Independence Day in Long Beach

May 12, 2025 12:30 PM

Long Beach is alive with the sound of music all summer long, as an array of free outdoor concert series take place throughout the city. These events occur all over–from

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People toast with cranberry-colored cocktails above a paella dish in a Long Beach restaurant.

May 12, 2025 11:00 AM

Father’s Day Specials in Long Beach

Celebrate the fathers in your life with a special meal or outing this Father’s Day (Sunday, June 15–don’t forget!).

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May 9, 2025 5:00 PM

Big Bang on the Bay - Independence Day in Long Beach

Big Bang on the Bay makes its highly anticipated return to Independence Day on Alamitos Bay. This beloved community event will once again provide an unforgettable evening of patriotism and

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May 7, 2025 4:30 PM

Beach Streets in West Long Beach

Beach Streets returns to Long Beach on Saturday, May 10, 2025, transforming the streets of West Long Beach into a car-free celebration of community, sustainability, and mobility. Hosted by the

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May 5, 2025 3:30 PM

Cuisine Scene: Pizza

From artisanal Neapolitan to hearty Chicago deep dish, you’ll find a dizzying, delicious array of pizza options in Long Beach. Here you can get vegan creations, sourdough crust and Thai

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May 5, 2025 3:00 PM

Things to Do in Long Beach for Teenagers

Teenagers may not always enjoy family vacations or act like they want to go along with their parents’ ideas of fun. With that in mind, here are some ideas for

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May 5, 2025 12:30 PM

Immersive Dining Experiences in Long Beach

Immersive dining means going beyond what’s on the plate; the totality of the experience is every bit as important as the food. In Long Beach, that means finding yourself unraveling

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May 5, 2025 10:30 AM

What's New: Long Beach Attractions

Long Beach’s exceptional collection of art museums and spaces offer distinct experiences, from the nation’s only museum dedicated to modern Latin American art, to a 75-year-old landmark perched on an

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May 2, 2025 2:30 PM

Cuisine Scene: Halal

While halal food is known for adhering to specific dietary guidelines—ensuring cleanliness, humane animal treatment, and the exclusion of certain ingredients—it’s also some of the most delicious food in the

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May 1, 2025 4:00 PM

Ocean Wildlife in Long Beach

You may not think a large urban area like Long Beach would be an amazing place to see wildlife, but with our location on the Southern California coast, there is

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Apr 30, 2025 4:00 PM

Fleet Week on the Battleship IOWA

LA Fleet Week 2025 is Southern California’s largest Memorial Day weekend event, celebrating the U.S. military services and honoring those who have served. From May 21 to 26, there will

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Apr 30, 2025 2:00 PM

Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Long Beach

Long Beach is not only home to 10 dog parks and Rosie’s Dog Beach, where pups can enjoy the sand and surf, but also boasts a variety of local restaurants

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Apr 29, 2025 4:16 PM

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Long Beach

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and many local businesses and organizations are celebrating with special events and happenings. Explore the arts, cultural practices and lived experiences

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Apr 23, 2025 1:00 PM

Long Beach Hosts the American Premiere of "The Violin Maker"

Long Beach’s International City Theatre presents the American premiere of “The Violin Maker,” a moving new play inspired by the true story of Israeli violin maker Amnon Weinstein. Opening April

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Big Bang on the Bay - Independence Day in Long Beach

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