This Weekend in Long Beach

Something extraordinary is happening for the very first time. Join us as we unveil our Masquerade Afternoon Tea Party, a Halloween celebration filled with mystery, style, and indulgence. Slip behind the mask and step into a setting of candlelight, laughter, and live enchantment. Delight in a three-tier experience of handcrafted savory bites, freshly baked scones with clotted cream, and autumn-inspired sweets, all perfectly paired with our finest teas and a few sparkling surprises.

An irreverent, darkly comic, modern take on Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s famous sleuth and sidekick, this fast-paced romp re-examines the world’s most famous detective story with a bold new feminist lens.

Experience the Smithsonian in Southern California by visiting the traveling exhibition Water/Ways at Rancho Los Cerritos. Visitors will experience interactive displays that encourage exploration of the deep connections between water, work, traditions, and faith.

Hilarity abounds in Neil Simon’s portrait of three couples successively occupying a suite at The Plaza Hotel. The town will be set laughing in this wild and richly funny farce that answers the age old question, “What if these walls could talk?”

This symphony represents a search for solace in nature. Composed during a time of personal and political turmoil, it reveals a deeply intimate and personal side of Beethoven, as we accompany him on his journey through the countryside.

Fairmont Breakers will host an unforgettable Día de Muertos celebration at Alter Ego in partnership with Affluent Hispanic Philanthropies. Enjoy craft cocktails, soulful rhythms, and a tribute to life and remembrance in an atmosphere as vibrant as the night itself.

Bored Teachers: The Struggle Is Real! Comedy Tour brings an all-new lineup of hilarious, relatable stand-up to the Long Beach Terrace Theater. With over a billion social media views and 10 million followers, Bored Teachers deliver laugh-out-loud moments for anyone who's ever survived a day in the classroom—or simply remembers it.

Bixby Knolls will host its annual Día de Los Muertos celebration! Expect live Mariachi music, art pop-ups, and a chance to honor loved ones at our community ofrenda. Come celebrate this beloved tradition with your neighbors; a night of music, memory, and magic awaits!

Join us for an unforgettable Silent Disco experience on the Bow! Dance the night away with wireless headphones and choose from three DJ-curated music channels. Whether you're into pop, EDM, or classic hits, there's something for everyone. Bring your friends and discover a whole new way to party!

Khmer Town Night Market is back! Head to the F&M Bank parking lot (Anaheim & Freeman) for a day of culture, food, music, and community vibes! Enjoy live entertainment, delicious local eats, small business vendors, and family-friendly fun.

Rancho Los Alamitos will host a holiday shopping event with local artisans! The Rancho's decorated Museum Store will be well-stocked with fall and winter merchandise. Browse the work of painters, watercolor artists, jewelers, weavers, and ceramicists.

The twenty-fourth annual Autumn Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific highlights the traditions and cultures of Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines through a weekend of learning opportunities and family entertainment celebrating the diversity of Asian and Asian American cultures.

Experience intersections of art and commerce at LBsoundbrowse in Belmont Shore, where occupied and empty storefronts, along with mixed-use spaces, become sites for chance encounters and auditory serendipity. Step away from algorithm-driven fast-tracking and immerse yourself in the leisurely analog experience of sound browsing.

Experience the magic of Cinderella live on stage! This dazzling production by World Ballet Company brings the beloved fairy tale to life with 40 international dancers, over 150 radiant costumes, and breathtaking sets.

Long Beach Heritage will host a walking tour to explore the rich history and stunning architecture of one of Long Beach's most interesting areas. Led by knowledgeable tour guides, you will stroll along Ocean Boulevard and learn about the unique buildings that overlook the Pike amusement park, which operated at the shoreline from 1902 to 1979.

Shop the Shore on Small Business Saturday (the day after Black Friday)! Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities across the country and is part of the larger Shop Small Movement.

LB908 Magazine is hosting its first holiday fair, giving you the chance to shop for holiday gifts from local small businesses! The event will also feature live music, festive food and drink, and plenty of good cheer.