This Weekend in Long Beach

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!

Retro Romp: Bixby Knolls Costume Crawl

When: June 1, 2025

Throw it back in style during this funky, booze-filled costume crawl through Bixby Knolls. Expect beer slushies, grandma-style pizza, and plenty of retro fun. Costumes mandatory!

The Kid with Live Score

When: June 1, 2025

Experience Charlie Chaplin’s silent classic The Kid with a brand-new live score by the Jack Curtis Dubowsky Ensemble at the historic Art Theatre.

Night Dive at the Aquarium of the Pacific

When: June 6, 2025

Explore the Aquarium after dark with DJs, live bands, cash bars, and unexpected surprises at this high-energy adults-only night out.

Cali Vibes Fest

When: June 7–8, 2025

Catch huge acts like Kid Cudi, Cypress Hill, and Stick Figure at Cali Vibes, a two-day waterfront music festival packed with reggae, hip-hop, and SoCal vibes at Marina Green Park.

Image by Cali Vibes

Pacific Islander Festival at the Aquarium

When: June 7–8, 2025

Celebrate the cultures of the Pacific Islands with live music, dance, artisan vendors, and cultural displays at the Aquarium of the Pacific’s annual festival. Free with admission.

Studio 534 Disco Party on the Queen Mary

When: June 7, 2025

Dance under the disco ball at the Queen Mary’s Observation Bar during this funky throwback to Studio 54. Ages 21+ only, $10 admission.

Long Beach Symphony: Love Stories

When: June 7, 2025

Close out the Symphony’s Classical Series with Cambodian and Chinese influences, violin solos, and Tchaikovsky’s stirring Symphony No. 4 at the Terrace Theater

RuMBa Foundation Family Concert: Dance Around the World

When: June 8, 2025

Bring the kids for a free afternoon of musical fun, crafts, and a lively symphonic concert led by Maestro Eckart Preu at the Terrace Theater.

Pride Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific

When: June 13, 2025

Celebrate Pride Month with drag queen storytime, mariachi music, DJs, rainbow-themed activities, and all Aquarium exhibits open late for this all-ages after-hours event.

Long Beach Juneteenth Celebration

When: June 14, 2025

Honor Black culture and freedom with music, dance, art, food, and community at this free celebration at Rainbow Lagoon, headlined by Grammy-winner Lalah Hathaway.

LA Independent Beer Fest

When: June 14, 2025

Sample 150+ beers from 75 local breweries, hear live music, and enjoy food and lawn games at this summer craft beer fest at Shoreline Aquatic Park.

Blippi: Join the Band Tour!

When: June 14, 2025

Kids will sing, dance, and explore music with Blippi and friends during this interactive, high-energy live show at the Terrace Theater.

Long Beach Antique Market

When: June 15, 2025

Treasure hunt through 800+ vendors at the monthly Antique Market at Veterans Memorial Stadium — vintage finds, collectibles, home décor, and more.

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Day Trip Festival

When: June 21–22, 2025

Feel the ocean breeze and dance to nonstop house music at Day Trip Festival, a two-day waterfront party at Queen Mary Park featuring two stages and sun-soaked vibes.

Cowboy Festival at Rancho Los Cerritos

When: June 21, 2025

Celebrate Juneteenth and cowboy culture with games, demos, and performances from local artists and Urban Saddles at this family-friendly event at the Rancho.

Via Zaferia!

When: June 21, 2025

Explore Zaferia with live music, pop-ups, food and drink specials, and free Big Red Bus shuttles to participating shops and venues throughout the district.

Rancho Los Alamitos Summer Concert: Laurie Morvan Band

When: June 22, 2025

Enjoy a free outdoor concert with blues-rock from the Laurie Morvan Band at Rancho Los Alamitos. Bring a picnic and catch the free shuttle from CSULB. Reservations required!

29th Annual All Toyotafest

When: June 28, 2025

Car lovers unite at Marina Green Park for a massive showcase of vintage and modern Toyota, Lexus, and Scion models at this annual celebration of automotive culture.

Independence Day Dog Parade

When: June 28, 2025

Bring your pup and patriotic spirit to Lincoln Park for the 4th Annual Independence Day Dog Parade, featuring a free dog walk, award ceremony, and community fun.

Long Beach Japanese Cultural Festival

When: June 28, 2025

Celebrate Japanese traditions with martial arts demos, food, and the beloved Bon Odori dance at the 75th annual summer festival hosted by the Long Beach Japanese Cultural Center.

Pirate Invasion Long Beach

When: June 29, 2025

Hoist the sails for two days of swashbuckling fun on Pirate Island, with battles, live music, rum tastings, and interactive activities at the West Coast’s largest pirate festival.

Pride Performance: Celebrating Pauline Oliveros

When: June 29, 2025

The Museum of Latin American Art hosts a free performance and art workshop honouring composer Pauline Oliveros, blending experimental music, family-friendly fun, and LGBTQ+ pride.

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