Planning Your Holiday Party in Long Beach
Holiday parties are an annual tradition, and whether you’re planning a small gathering of family and friends or a major end-of-year corporate party, Long Beach has everything you need for a memorable celebration.
From unique historic venues with incredible architectural detail to catering with culinary flair, this is a destination for holiday fun that your guests will be talking about for years to come.
ON THE WATER
Take advantage of Long Beach’s coastal location and protected waterways to plan a party on a floating venue (a boat, that is)! With several cruise operators, chartered vessels, and even Venetian gondolas to choose from, you can set sail on a great gathering your group will love. A smaller party for friends or family will be perfectly situated on Jolly Sailing’s classic Ericson sailboat. Looking for a larger vessel that can accommodate your company’s holiday reception? Harbor Breeze Cruises added a new 108-foot hybrid-electric yacht called El Escudo, outfitted with state-of-the-art technology and open-air decks perfect for cruising the coast.
MUST-SEE VENUES
A historic Masonic temple hidden above a brewery in Downtown Long Beach. A gothic cathedral with Lord of the Rings vibes. A Spanish Revival for a Gatsby-style bash. If your party needs a venue that will knock socks off, it can be found in Long Beach, whether you prefer historic elegance or modern swank.
GET CRAFTY
Long Beach is a creative hub in SoCal, the perfect place to mix things up and create a new holiday party tradition. Give your attendees a fun, creative activity that will get them mingling and making memories, like a painting party at TAVi Art (5229 2nd St). Owned by painter Arellano “Tavi” Gustavo, the gallery offers a full buy-out giving your guests the chance to get inspired by the artful surroundings and splash some color on a canvas. Across town at Clay on First Pottery Studio (408 E 1st St), book a private class for up to 50 people to explore wheel-throwing, hand-building, or simply painting a pre-fired piece to take home.
CATERING
Long Beach is a culinary hotspot, with local chefs driving the food and beverage scene to create innovative menus that remix the city’s diverse culture into delicious dishes. From farm-to-table menus and artisanal charcuterie to vibrant Spanish cuisine and coastal-inspired dishes, these standout catering outfits offer distinctive flavors and polished presentations. Each one brings creativity, professionalism and experience to the table, helping you create a celebration that feels memorable and uniquely yours.
MEMORIES CAPTURED
One of the most important vendors you will hire for your holiday party is a photographer or videographer to capture your favorite and most special memories. Here in Long Beach there are many talented photographers and videographers, as well as creative options for photo booths and roaming video stations, that offers the chance for your guests to get into the convivial spirit, mix and mingle, and even take home a memory captured in pictures.
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