What's happening in Long Beach, CA, this June?
Here are our top picks for weekend events and activities in Long Beach this month. Enjoy!
This medieval drama is a modern-day classic that tells the story of the Plantagenet royal family, locked in a free-for-all of competing ambitions to inherit a kingdom. The Queen, Eleanor of Aquitaine, has been kept in prison since raising an army with her sons against her husband, King Henry II. Let out for the holidays, the family descends into sibling rivalry, adultery, and desperate maneuvering for the throne.
In this zany, warmhearted comedy play that inspired the recent Tony Award-winning musical, Kimberly is a lonely 16-year-old girl suffering from a disease that causes her to age at more than four times the normal rate. Feeling trapped inside the frail physical body of an elderly woman, Kim meets Jeff, another young misfit at school, and an uncertain relationship develops between them. Soon her life goes “akimbo,” contending with a hypochondriac mother, a rarely sober father, a scam-artist aunt, her own mortality, and, most terrifying of all, the possibility of first love.
Celebrate Pacific Islander cultures, including Chamorro, Fijian, Hawaiian, Māori, Marshallese, Tahitian, Tongan, and Samoan, at the Aquarium of the Pacific during its 23rd annual Pacific Islander Festival. This weekend festival will feature cultural displays, artisanal craft demonstrations, and live music and dance performances. Guests are also invited to explore the Aquarium’s Tropical Pacific Gallery to get up close with marine life found off the coast of Pacific islands, from colorful reef fish to sea turtles.
The 17th Annual L.A. Beer Week is here! Join us for our big Kickoff Festival on Saturday, June 6th, at Shoreline Aquatic Park in Long Beach! Enjoy samples from 75 independent craft breweries, live music, great local food, games, and more!
Eric Avina, locally known as ERIS, is a Long Beach-based DJ specializing in deep melodic house, known for delivering emotionally driven, high-flow sets that balance atmosphere and movement. Enjoy a live DJ set on Ballast Point's top-floor deck along with craft beer and delicious food under summer skies.
The Long Beach Amphitheater, Southern California’s newest open-air live music destination, has announced that Long Beach native, legendary rapper, and cultural icon Snoop Dogg will headline the venue’s grand opening celebration on Saturday, June 6, 2026. The highly anticipated debut marks a defining cultural moment for the city, bringing one of its most influential artists home to inaugurate the stage.
Don’t miss this electrifying season finale! They open with Mozart’s Eine kleine Nachtmusik, a timeless favorite bursting with elegance and charm. Then, immerse yourself in Mahler’s Symphony No. 5—a breathtaking emotional journey. From a powerful funeral march to a triumphant, joy-filled finale, this symphony is gripping from start to finish. The famous Adagietto, known from Death in Venice, is one of classical music’s most moving moments.
Turn up the energy with Fitness Fever at Ballast Point Long Beach, a silent disco-style HIIT (high intensity interval training) class that brings the music straight to you. Each participant receives wireless headphones, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the instructor’s guidance and curated playlist while working out.
Dance the night away to the iconic music of Earth, Wind & Fire with the Long Beach Symphony as part of its 2025-26 Pops Series. Bring a picnic basket filled with your favorite bites and drinks, or pre-order dinner delivered straight to your table.
Once a month, LBMA Downtown offers dedicated drawing time in the gallery, inviting attendees to bring their own supplies or borrow supplies from the front desk. The Museum provides prompts to spark creativity.
The RuMBa Foundation Family Concert is an unforgettable afternoon of music, creativity, and interactive fun designed for families of all ages. Taking place on June 7, 2026, at the Terrace Theater and Plaza in Long Beach, CA, Long Beach Symphony presents Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. Bursting to life with bold melodies, playful characters, and thrilling adventure. This is an unforgettable musical journey where orchestra instruments become heroes in a timeless tale of courage and imagination.
Save the date! The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden on the campus of California State University, Long Beach, will host Japanese Ondo Dancing.
The Museum of Latin American Art will host a Free Sunday Children’s workshop exploring identity through science and art. The workshop will feature a reading of the book Julian at the Wedding by Jessica Love. All ages are welcome; all materials are provided!
Camera Day is a special event created to bring together the photography community. This unique occasion offers participants the chance to capture stunning images of the iconic Queen Mary as she marks her 90th birthday. The event includes photo contests, teaching labs, and access to the historical ship.
Since 2015, Long Beach has added more than 100 public murals to buildings throughout the city, created by artists participating in the Long Beach Walls festival. Formerly known as POW! WOW! Long Beach, the festival is part of a global network of Worldwide Walls events that aim to enrich communities through art programs.
International City Theatre presents The Revolutionists as part of its 2026 season, written by Lauren Gunderson and directed by Jamie Torcellini. ICT will host a post-show talkback with the cast on June 21. The Reign of Terror gets a riotous, sharp-tongued makeover. Four badass women—a playwright, an assassin, a spy, and a queen—lose their heads (figuratively and almost literally) in this dream-tweaked version of the French Revolution. A fast-paced comedy that finds humor even in the darkest of times.
All are welcome to attend Pride Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific in partnership with The LGBTQ Center Long Beach for a celebration of LGBTQ+ communities. This all-ages event will include LGBTQ+ performances, rainbow-themed programming, and DJs spinning in locations around the Aquarium. Attendees will also get the chance to learn about The Center and other local organizations that support the LGBTQ+ community in Long Beach. Pride Night is a celebration of local communities.
Enjoy a soulful celebration of gospel music, community heritage, and unity. This collaborative initiative is designed not only to raise vital funds for community cultural projects but also to celebrate Black history, heritage, and the transformative power of gospel music. Enjoy a performance by headliner Isaiah "Zaya" Walker, who was featured on Season 23 of American Idol, and participate in the Sunday Best Contest for "Best Hat."
El Dorado Frontier's next event is the Rootin' Tootin' Country Fest on June 13! Enjoy all the rides, along with music, dancing, and country summer vibes. The event highlights are line dancing, country music, a photobooth, mocktails, BBQ, and a best dressed contest.
Join the Long Beach Museum of Art and Phoenix for an evening of wine, food, and a silent art auction featuring over 30 artists.
MOLAA is proud to partner with the Banjee Ball Foundation, a Ballroom-centered organization that provides creative, educational, and career opportunities to LGBTQIA people and women. Join us for an unforgettable night of glamour, creativity, and fierce competition at our upcoming MOLAA X Banjee Ball—a space where individuality shines, legends are born, and the runway belongs to everyone.
There will also be a Teen Edition of this event on June 14, 2026.
Set against the iconic Queen Mary in Long Beach, Apocalypse Zombieland delivers nothing but pure low-end chaos with riddim, dubstep, drum & bass, experimental, and everything in between. Quench your thirst for bass and brains as you headbang shoulder-to-shoulder with zombies. Journey through the Apocalypse with massive stage production, mind-blowing sound, epic pyro, and top-tier zombies roaming the grounds.
During the Aquarium of the Pacific's annual Juneteenth Celebration, learn about the history of this holiday and its significance to the African American community and beyond. Discover the traditions of this annual celebration through music, storytelling, and more.
Celebrate Juneteenth at MLK Park in Long Beach! This day will be filled with joyous festivities, cultural performances, music, food, and opportunities to reflect on the journey toward freedom and equality.
The World Famous VIP Block Party is a cultural celebration rooted in music, community, and connection. This free public event brings together multi-generational audiences through live music, DJs, cultural programming, local business activation, and immersive experiences.
Enjoy an iconic Father’s Day with festive dining and entertainment aboard our Premier Long Beach Father’s Day Brunch Cruise. Indulge dad in a chef-prepared buffet meal featuring savory and sweet classics, bottomless mimosas, top-notch service, and breathtaking views of the Long Beach marina while our live entertainment plays all your favorite hits. Capture family moments in front of Long Beach’s famous landmarks, such as the Queen Mary, from the open-air deck or soak in panoramic views of the Southern California coastline from your table.
Celebrate Father’s Day at the Aquarium of the Pacific with a delicious BBQ lunch served on the outdoor Veranda dining area with picturesque views of Rainbow Harbor. While you’re here, don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Aquarium and marvel at the magnificent ocean animals while creating cherished memories. All fathers will receive a complimentary beer or soft drink.
Make Music Long Beach, part of the international Fête de la Musique, is a global celebration of music held annually on June 21. Launched in France in 1982, this unique experience has grown to include more than 1,000 cities across 120 countries. Completely free and open to all, Make Music Day invites musicians of all ages, skill levels, and genres to share their art. It brings joy, inspires creativity, and transforms communities through the power of music.
Shakespeare by the Sea will present Shakespeare's Macbeth at the Band Shell at Recreation Park, which offers ample bench seating and a grass lawn for picnics. Admission is free, no tickets required.
From the famed Wicked! Composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz comes with his first major musical offering, GODSPELL. Taking the world by storm when it first premiered, the show boasts a score of chart-topping songs, including “Day by Day,” “All for the Best,” and “By My Side,” as it tells the story of Jesus Christ according to the Gospel of Matthew. A small group of storytellers tells different parables with a hefty dose of humor and pathos.
The house and techno festival will debut the new stage when the festival returns to the Queen Mary Waterfront June 27–28. The 11,000-capacity open-air venue will be one of the first major events to activate the space when it opens this summer.
International City Theatre presents its Free Saturday Family Theatre Series, a FREE opportunity for kids of all ages to experience the magic of theatre. These shows are open to all. Bring your kids, bring your parents, bring your neighbors! Reservations are required. June's show is Choosing My Way. Finding who you truly are and staying true to your own personal path is the theme of these folktales from different cultures.
The Long Beach Japanese Cultural Center will host its annual summer festival, featuring food, martial arts demonstrations, ondo dancing, performances, and fun!
The Museum of Latin American Art will host a plein-air workshop in the Corner Garden with teaching artist Maria Guadalupe, who will use chalk pastels. All materials will be provided by MOLAA.
For all upcoming events visit our Event Calendar or check out the This Is Long Beach blog.
