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Through Lens and Story is a Photo exhibition featuring photographs and reflections by first-generation Latinx LBCC students exploring how culture, family, identity, and belonging shape their experiences with mental health. On view Nov 5 to Dec 5, 2026 at the LBCC Art Gallery.
Join Able ARTS Work for CORE: A City We Build Together, an immersive cityscape installation showing how thoughtful design makes our world more inviting to all.
Address: 4321 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
Dates: Nov 6, 26 - Jan 20, 27
Opening Reception: Nov 6th 6pm - 9pm
Join for a creative morning at Rancho Los Cerritos. Bring your own art supplies and enjoy sketching or painting in our beautiful historic setting. The Rancho uniquely offers natural backdrops and vignettes that will fuel your creativity.
Inviting families with teens and adults to an exclusive workshop where you can learn authentic Sama dance techniques and indigenous traditions!
Join 2026 Long Beach professional artist fellow James Brooks for a FREE life drawing session at Twelfth House Tea Sanctuary.
Join us for the first Empty Bowls Long Beach! Your ticket gets you a beautiful ceramic bowl made by local Long Beach artists that you get to keep. Plus, enjoy delicious soup from local restaurants.
All proceeds go to support the Food For Kids program at the Volunteer Center.
Join CatNat Dance Films online for an unforgettable dance experience! Explore a vibrant showcase of compelling dance films created by choreographers nationwide. CatNat Dance Films delivers a bold, beautiful lineup with diverse viewpoints. Immerse yourself in 2 evenings of mesmerizing dance.
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, 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.
Inviting the community to experience healing arts through movement with PaperCrane Project! Teens and Adults (13 and up).
Welcome to Comedy Night at Secret Island Tiki Restaurant and Lounge! Get ready for a night full of laughter and good vibes with our talented lineup of comedians. Join us every Tuesday night at 8pm for a hilarious evening you won't forget. Come enjoy some delicious food and drinks while you sit back and relax […]
A co-creation safe space held weekly by Nicky da Kiid° of kid°MANDU. We begin by checking in with each other somatically, before working on our own projects. You are welcome to join Nicky in creating Art as Resistance by taking up space and embodying joy. Guidance on technique and art supplies provided by Nicky uoon […]
Join us for a lively evening of stories, memories, archival photographs, and fabulous drag performances celebrating Long Beach's vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Through historic images, we'll uncover the people, places, events, and milestones that shaped our local history.
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 […]
Tattoo Flash Day for Friday the 13th
Long Beach Queer ArtFest is back with 2 weekends filled with your fave queer artists and their art of all genres Nov 13-15 & Nov 20-22. We are celebrating all things queer and art with Open Mics, Visual Arts, Drag, Poetry, Fashion, Dance, Music, Artists Talks and MORE to show the power of queer art!
Ballast Point's annual Victory at Sea Days returns to its Long Beach taproom November 14–15 for a weekend of craft beer, pirate antics and buried treasure.
An Exhibition of Arts Council for Long Beach Professional Artist Fellows Constellate brings together an accomplished cohort of artists whose practices span visual art, poetry, photography, and moving image. Presented in recognition of the Arts Council for Long Beach Professional Artist Fellowship Grant awardees in 2026, the exhibition celebrates artists whose work contributes to the […]
Experience an evening of passion and orchestral brilliance with Long Beach Symphony's Entangled in Passion. Featuring acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann, this captivating program includes Ravel's Boléro, Strauss' Don Juan, and Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2, exploring romance and musical artistry.
Grand Annex favorites Bob Malone and Renee Safier join forces for a night of classic jazz and blues standards.
The Laurel Canyon Band covers canyon-bred rock trailblazers The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, CSNY and more. Featuring San Pedro’s own Chuck Alvarez on guitar.
The International Conference on Mental Health & Psychiatry 2026 is a global platform bringing together leading clinicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, researchers, healthcare professionals, and mental health experts to discuss emerging developments in psychiatric care and community well-being.
The World Congress on Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders 2026 is a leading international gathering of researchers, clinicians, therapists, educators, and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in autism and neurodevelopmental disorders.
Get ready for a whole lot of ROAR! Act Out Theatre Company presents its very first musical for elementary-age performers, bringing the beloved world of The Lion King to life with a cast of young stars, unforgettable songs, and all the heart of this Disney classic.
Join the 4th World Congress on Recycling & Waste Management, happening November 23–24, 2026, in Paris, France, with both in-person and virtual participation.
Enjoy an afternoon shopping local makers at Patchwork Show Long Beach! Discover unique handmade goods, support independent artists and small businesses, and enjoy delicious local eats, free DIY crafts and activities, and a vibrant creative community. FREE to attend, family-friendly, & pet-friendly!
Alex’s Bar Record Swap returns for Small Business Saturday with 15+ independent record vendors, vinyl DJs, food, a full bar, and featured guest Hugh Brown. Free entry, 21+, Saturday Nov. 28 from 1–6 PM at Alex’s Bar in Long Beach.
Experience the magic of Disney's Frozen LIVE ON STAGE! Act Out Theatre Company is taking on its most ambitious production ever, bringing this beloved Disney phenomenon to life with spectacular theatrical elements, unforgettable music, and a stage experience unlike anything we've created before.
Experience the vibrant traditions of Mexican folklórico dance with spectacular costumes, dynamic footwork, and storytelling through movement as the company highlights regional dances from across Mexico.
“A company that brings its audiences pure joy.” —The Seattle Times
Sensuous and sophisticated, Forever Tango brings Argentina’s most iconic dance to our stage with world-class performers and an eleven-piece orchestra. Original and traditional music capture tango’s passion, drama, and culture.
“Ms. Cole knocks it out of the park.” – Richard Carpenter
Stella Cole brings her signature jazz-infused vocals to beloved holiday classics, including “Merry Christmas, Darling” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” along with selections from her album Snow!
Venezuelan-born Nella delivers a modern take on soulful songs inspired by Venezuela’s folkloric roots and Andalusian music. A Berklee College of Music graduate and 2019 Latin Grammy Award winner for Best New Artist, Nella received praise from NPR for her first album, Voy.
Please join us following the film for a panel discussion with special guest speakers Dr. Daniel Herrera Cepero and Brett Mizelle, Ph.D, moderated by Dr. Laura Ceia.
Join Professional Artist Fellow James Brooks for the final, free session of Draw Long Beach. This session will focus on landscape.
No Mercy is a live short-film and video screening series hosted in Long Beach, presented by LBVM (Pound Video Magazine)
Share the festive spirit with family and friends in this evening of Vince Guaraldi tunes from the holiday classic A Charlie Brown Christmas. Starring five-time Grammy nominee jazz pianist David Benoit, this must-see show features cherished holiday songs that have charmed generations.
Celebrate the season with Long Beach Symphony's Sugar & Booze featuring = comedian and singer Ana Gasteyer. Blending holiday classics, jazz, swing, and comedy, this festive Pops concert delivers an evening of music, laughter, and seasonal cheer inspired by Gasteyer's hit holiday album.
Imagine28 - coming in early 2027 IMAGINE28 celebrates the exemplary artistic vision of local artists in Long Beach. This program will support public art projects that showcase and reflect Long Beach identity, history, and culture in anticipation of the 2028 Summer Olympics, including, but not limited to, live music events, public performances, murals, and workshops. […]
Splintered Sunlight has earned an enthusiastic following among Deadheads for their deep understanding of the Grateful Dead’s improvisational traditions. With soaring lead guitar, a dead-on Jerry Garcia vocal style, and a double-drum kit lineup, the band covers hits and forgotten gems.
Shen Yun returns to the Terrace Theater for three performances, Jan. 29-31, 2027. Classical Chinese dance, ethnic and folk dance, and story-based pieces, with a live orchestra pairing Western symphony instruments with the erhu and pipa. Fri 7:30 PM, Sat 1:00 PM, Sun 2:00 PM.
Former U.S. Congressman Adam Kinzinger, author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Renegade, is a leading voice on democracy, civic responsibility, and political reform. Drawing on his years in public service, Kinzinger offers a fearless perspective on American politics and public duty.
DownBeat award winner and Juilliard graduate Kate Kortum and The Voice finalist David Marino join Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS for debut arrangements from Broadway’s most beloved productions.
Experience an evening of orchestral storytelling with Long Beach Symphony's Painting in Notes. Featuring cuatro player Fabiola Méndez, this program blends Latin rhythms, impressionistic beauty, and magical musical narratives with works by Miguel del Águila, Ernesto Cordero, Debussy, and Dukas.
“A company that brings its audiences pure joy.” —The Seattle Times
The beloved all-male comic ballet company returns with breathtaking pointe work and hilarious parodies of classical ballet favorites. The Trocks deliver hilarity and awe—whether you know ballet or not.
Celebrate the music of Cole Porter with Long Beach Symphony's Let's Misbehave. Featuring Tony DeSare, Aubrey Logan, and John Manzari, this Pops concert brings energy to classics like "Night and Day," "Anything Goes," and "I've Got You Under My Skin" for an evening of jazz and entertainment.
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.
Long Beach Symphony's Heaven & Earth. Featuring acclaimed violinist Randall Goosby, this program pairs Gabriela Lena Frank's vibrant Haillí-Serenata, Brahms' soaring Violin Concerto, and Mozart's majestic "Jupiter" Symphony for an evening of beauty, brilliance, and orchestral grandeur.
“If Louis Armstrong and Doris Day could somehow be the same person, they’d be Bria Skonberg” —Wall Street Journal
A powerhouse trumpeter, vocalist, and songwriter, Bria Skonberg blends fiery trumpet, smoky vocals, and storytelling rooted in classic swing and New Orleans influences.
With 18 Top Ten albums, 154 Top Ten singles, an Emmy nomination, and the honor of Las Vegas “Headliner of the Year” 5 times, Frankie Moreno leads a dynamic tribute to the King of Rock & Roll with hits like Can’t Help Falling in Love, Suspicious Minds, Burning Love, and Blue Suede Shoes.
“A company that brings its audiences pure joy.” —The Seattle Times
Skate down the yellow brick road with Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion in this spellbinding new production filled with breathtaking choreography, vibrant costumes, and eye-popping special effects.
Spend an evening with Broadway legend Patti LuPone as the three-time Tony Award winner performs Songs from a Hat, selecting famous and personal favorites from slips of paper in her top hat. Unscripted and full of hits.
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana ventures beyond flamenco’s bounds to explore the elusive fifth element—ether, the essence of the space around us—in a new evening-length work by acclaimed choreographer Patricia Guerrero, with an original score by Francis Gómez performed live.
Celebrate the music of Paul McCartney with Tony Kishman, a veteran of Broadway’s Beatlemania. Praised by Sir George Martin and Paul McCartney, Kishman delivers an exceptionally faithful performance with world-class musicians, spanning Beatles classics and McCartney solo hits.
World Congress on Plant Science, Biotechnology & Sustainability
Join us for a moving evening featuring the artistry and virtuosity of classical pianist Tien Hsieh and featuring works by Frederic Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nadia Boulanger, Ernesto Lecuona, Teresa Carreño, and more.
Join us for a moving evening with classical pianist Tien Hsieh, featuring works by Frederic Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nadia Boulanger, Ernesto Lecuona, Teresa Carreño, and more. A competition prizewinner, Hsieh received the Roy M. Rubinstein Award.
9th International Conference on Cardiology & Cardiovascular Diseases (ICCCD 2027), scheduled for April 09–10, 2027, in Zurich, Switzerland, with virtual participation available worldwide.
For more conference details visit, website: https://cardiomeetings.com/
Botanica is a lush, surreal journey through nature’s ever-changing imagery, following the rhythms of the seasons and the passing of a day. With gravity-defying props, cinematic projections, and whimsical puppetry, MOMIX animates nature’s beauty with an extra dose of fantasy.
Tony-nominated singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway joins forces with Niki Haris—iconic singer, dancer, and actress—for the premiere of Broad Appeal! Blending pop, jazz, Broadway, blues, and gospel, these acclaimed artists share the music, stories, and heart behind their lives.
The Pops season finale celebrates the music of Bette Midler, Adele, Madonna, ABBA, Cher, Donna Summer, Aretha Franklin and more of the most popular and influential female artists of all time.
Bring the season to a close with Long Beach Symphony's Fantastique Finale. This program journeys from the beauty of Augusta Holmès and the world of Mendelssohn to the energy of Jimmy López's Fiesta!, culminating in Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique.
11th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Healthcare 2027
August 03–04, 2027 | Tokyo, Japan| Hybrid Event (In-person & Online)
Join nursing professionals, educators, researchers, clinicians, and healthcare experts from across the globe to discuss innovations
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