Neighborhoods
Home to a perfect blend of wonderful and welcome communities.
Learn More
This Weekend in Long Beach
What's happening in Long Beach, CA, this January?
Here are our top picks for weekend events and activities in Long Beach this month. Enjoy!
Disney on Ice Presents Let's Dance!
When: January 1 - 4, 2026
Disney On Ice: Let’s Dance skates into the Long Beach Arena with a lively, music-filled show for all ages. A holiday sing-along kicks off each performance before Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy bring Disney favorites like Frozen 2, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Moana, and Wish to the ice. Expect impressive skating and acrobatics, playful choreography, and plenty of moments that keep kids and adults engaged from start to finish.
The Club of Broken Fasts
When: January 9-11, 2026
Blending ’80s style with Elizabethan flair, The Club of Broken Fasts reimagines the 1985 John Hughes classic in Shakespearian verse. Following 5 teens as they navigate a Saturday detention under Vice Principal Vernon, the show transforms the classic coming-of-age tale into a dramatic stage comedy.
Agatha Christie's Go Back for Murder
When: January 10 - February 7, 2026
Convinced her mother was wrongly convicted of her father’s murder, Carla Crale investigates a family tragedy in this clever detective story. As witnesses revisit the scene 16 years later, the play shifts between past and present, revealing how memory, bias, and perception twist the truth. Can Carla uncover the real killer, or will the mystery endure?
East Village Arts District Architectural Walking Tour
When: January 10, 2026
Join Long Beach Heritage on the second Saturday of each month to explore the East Village Arts District. Docents guide visitors through the neighborhood’s rich history, highlighting its evolving architectural styles from the early 20th century.
Annual Long Beach Martin Luther King Jr. Parade & Celebration
When: January 17, 2026
Celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 38th annual parade and community celebration in Long Beach. This is a family-friendly event, presented by the City of Long Beach and Councilwoman Dr. Suely Saro, honoring Dr. King’s life, legacy, and values.
Dog Man: The Musical
When: January 22, 2026
Based on Dav Pilkey’s bestselling series, Dog Man: The Musical is coming to the Long Beach Terrace Theater. Follow Dog Man, a crime-fighting hero with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, as he saves the city from Flippy the cyborg fish, stops the evil Petey and his clone, and more in this action-packed, laugh-filled family musical.
The Parables Tour with Father Mike Schmitz
When: January 23, 2026
For one night, Father Mike invites audiences to experience a fresh take on parables at the Long Beach Terrace Theater. Through storytelling and practical insights, he delivers moments that inspire, challenge, and offer comfort.
Festival of Human Abilities
When: January 24-25, 2026
Celebrate the creative talents of people with disabilities at the Aquarium of the Pacific's 23rd annual Festival of Human Abilities. Enjoy live performances and workshops by adaptive dancers, musicians, and artists. The accessible event features sign language interpreters, Braille guides, and audio tours for all guests to enjoy.
Ocean Boulevard at the Pike Architectural Walking Tour
When: January 24, 2026
Set out on a walking tour of one of the city’s most fascinating neighborhoods with Long Beach Heritage. Stroll along Ocean Boulevard while learning about the historic buildings that once overlooked the Pike amusement park, which entertained visitors from 1902 to 1979.
Gary Owen: No Hard Feelings Tour
When: January 24, 2026
Known for his unfiltered storytelling and sharp perspective, Gary Owen returns to theaters for The No Hard Feelings Tour, delivering the bold, honest comedy fans have come to expect.
Anything But Broadway
When: January 30-February 1, 2026
Little Renegade Productions presents Anything But Broadway, an evening of live music with one rule: no musical theater allowed. Featuring Long Beach performers and musicians, the show delivers a rotating mix of genres, from rock and country to pop and folk, performed with Broadway-level energy, giving audiences familiar favorites and new tunes to add to their playlists.
Musica Angelica: Valentine to the Viola da Gamba
When: January 31, 2026
Musica Angelica, Long Beach’s acclaimed period instrument ensemble, presents Valentine to the Viola da Gamba. Husband-and-wife duo Alexa and Justin Haynes-Pilon join harpsichord, violinist Ilia Korol, and flutist Stephen Schultz to perform romantic Baroque works by Couperin, Purcell, and Telemann.
For all upcoming events visit our Event Calendar or check out the This Is Long Beach blog.
