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Event Series Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt

Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016! Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your […]

$10 – $39.95

Los Angeles Premiere of Desperate Measures at International City Theatre

The Beverly O'Neill Theater 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United States

Long Beach's Award-winning Professional theatre company, International City Theatre, opens its highly anticipated 2025 season with the Los Angeles premiere of Desperate Measures—a knee-slapping, toe-tapping musical adaptation of Shakespeare's Measure for Measure. Running select nights from February 19th to March 9th at the Beverly O'Neill Theater, this hilarious and clever re-telling of a classic is […]

Event Series Sensuality in Art Exhibit

Sensuality in Art Exhibit

Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United States

CALL FOR ARTISTS to enter the 12th Annual "Sensuality in Art Exhibit", at Hellada Gallery of Long Beach, 117 Linden Ave. The deadline to enter is February 8th, 5:00PM. The submissions will be accepted from February 1st through February 7th, from 2:00PM to 8:00PM and February 8th, from 12:00PM to 5:00PM, in person at 117 […]

Free for public. Fee for art entries.

Alienation, Belonging, & Perceptions

LBCG / Rod Briggs Memorial Gallery 2221 E Broadway, Long Beach, CA, United States

The Long Beach Creative Group presents Alienation, Belonging, & Perceptions, a two-artist exhibition featuring the works of Yulia Gasio and Johnny Castillo. Through contrasting yet complementary approaches, Gasio and Castillo explore themes of displacement, cultural identity, and the shifting perceptions of home. Born in Ukraine and now based in California, Yulia Gasio investigates the impact […]

Free

Kontrapunktus presents IL NUOVO ORFEO: The Legacy of Arcangelo Corelli

Grace First Presbyterian Church 3955 N Studebaker Rd, Long Beach, CA

KONTRAPUNKTUS returns to the Long Beach on March 28th with its newest classical production, “IL NUOVO ORFEO: The Legacy of Arcangelo Corelli.” Our production will feature the remarkable talent of violin soloist, Aubree Oliverson, performing along with this world-class group of musicians. Besides featuring one of Corelli's beloved pieces, Kontrapunktus will be performing exquisite works […]

$20 – $25

Musical Theatre West Presents “Into The Woods“

Carpenter Performing Arts Center 6200 E Atherton St, Long Beach, CA, United States

Musical Theatre West (MTW) invites audiences on a spellbinding journey with its highly anticipated production of Into the Woods. Running select nights starting March 28, 2025, this timeless tale brings together beloved fairy tale characters as they venture into the woods in pursuit of their deepest wishes—only to discover that 'happily ever after' comes with […]

$20.00

Long Beach Cares Live at the Art Theatre

The Art Theatre 2025 E 4th st, Long Beach, CA, United States

This will be an evening performed by 5 Long Beach bands and proceeds from the concert will go directly to the California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund. This fund focuses on immediate and long-term recovery efforts, including supporting displaced individuals, rebuilding homes, and enhancing preparedness for future wildfires. With the fires leaving thousands without homes […]

$30
Event Series What is Art?

What is Art?

Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United States

Free, community educational lecture/discussion. Everyone is welcome to join in and discover many souces of inspirations to create. Hellada Gallery believes that Art pushes our society, our economy, and our communities forward. "What is Art?" gatherings have been offered every week since June 2017.

Free

Literary Women of Long Beach Festival of Authors

Long Beach Convention Center E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United States

The Literary Women Festival of Authors is an annual event that showcases seven contemporary best-selling and award-winning women authors. This informative and inspiring festival aims to make the works of outstanding contemporary women writers accessible to a diverse audience of avid readers. It seeks to encourage new writers with talent and promise while celebrating the […]

Event Series Good Old Blues LIVE!

Good Old Blues LIVE!

Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United States

Live music performance by Robert Dean every 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month from 7:00PM to 9:00PM. No cover, donations are welcome. Some refreshments and snack will be available.

Free

OPEN MIC NIGHT

Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, United States

Musicians & Poets! Come on down to the Grand Annex on the second Thursday of each month for Open Mic Night! To perform: Sign up at 6:30 PM. The first 12 sign-ups are guaranteed to perform, with additional artists as time allows. Plan to do 2 songs/poems (limit stage time to under 8 minutes). This […]

$5 – $7.75

Call for art: Cypress Art League Spring Juried Art Show

CAL will host its annual Spring Juried Art Show on April 26, 2025. Mediums: Oil & Acrylic, Watercolor and Other Media (Including mixed media, pastels, pencil, ink, etching, etc), photography, digital art, and 3-Dimensional. Artists of all levels, professional through beginner. Entry fees: $15 non-members, $9 members. Location: Cypress Community Center, 5700 Orange Ave, Cypress, […]

$15

Love Stories: Tchaikovsky 4 and More!

Long Beach Performing Arts Center Terrace Theatre 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United States

mbark upon this musical journey which recognizes the Symphony’s meaningful relationships and partnerships in Long Beach, including the Cambodian community. This concert is a celebration of who we are. It will open with traditional Cambodian music, the ethereal performances of Cambodian dancers Modern Apsara, and the resounding Pin Peat Ensemble under the guidance of Master […]

$34 – $120

RuMBa Foundation Family Concerts: Dance Around the World!

Long Beach Performing Arts Center Terrace Theatre 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United States

This free festival-style event will be filled with activities, live music, interactive booths, and kid-friendly food. Children will be able to play with symphonic musical instruments at the “Instrument Petting Zoo” and crafting their own batons for “Conducting 101” with our assistant conductors. Enjoy arts and crafts, lawn games and activities, and more! Children are […]

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