Big Book Sale! April 11 at BJK Main Library
Billie Jean King Library 200 West Broadway, Long Beach, United StatesThousands of lightly used fiction and non-fiction books for sale by the Friends of the Library, most $1.
Free
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Long Beach Open 2026
Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United StatesAnnual, open to enter for anyone exhibit of fine art works.
Free
2026: The Shape of Long Beach History Walk Tour
Lincoln Park 101 Pacific Ave, Long Beach, United StatesJoin us on a journey through Long Beach's past with our History Walk Tours - uncovering the unique shapes that have defined our city's story.
Free
Loiter Galleries presents “CAN’T LOOK AWAY,”
Loiter Gallery 425 The Promenade, Long Beach, California“CAN’T LOOK AWAY,” a photographic essay of the homeless population in Long Beach, opens April 11th, 3-8PM
Using an Android phone and an empathic view of the unhoused in Long Beach, experiential photographer Dan Samson humanizes the epidemic of homelessness. He implores us to not look away.
Free
LBO Spring Gala: Celebrating The Central Park Five Opera
440 Elm 440 Elm Ave, Long BeachJoin us for an evening of live performances by cast members of The Central Park Five, reflections from the composer, and a look ahead at what’s in store for LBO—and help us put this album in front of the world.
$250.00
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Carson, CA
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson Long Beach DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson Long Beach, Long BeachAward-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Carson
$93.54
What is Art?
Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United StatesFree, 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
Secret Island Comedy Night
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 […]
Free
ART as RESISTANCE
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 […]
$20
Colloquium: (re)Membering
Museum of Latin American Art 628 Alamitos Ave, Long Beach, CA, United StatesThe Textile Society of America has announced its hybrid Colloquium, (re)Membering, at the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) in Long Beach, California. As the nation’s leading museum of modern and contemporary Latin American art, MOLAA will provide the venue for this program, which will be accessible in-person and via livestream. The colloquium will convene […]
$30 – $125
Ha Ha’s at The Hare
The Hare 1800 E Broadway, Long BeachGet ready to crack up and share some laughs with friends at this fun-filled comedy hangout!
$5.00
LBCC Spring Market Sale
Long Beach City College - TCC Campus 1305 Pacific Coast Hwy. LB, CA 90808, Long BeachThis event is brought by Long Beach City College Visual and Media Arts department with collaboration with Horticulture department. It is showcasing and selling students, teachers, local alumni artists's original works! Includes Artist workshop, music and food to purchase.
Free
Iron Goddess Motorcycle Show All Star Show Case
The Pike Outlets South Pine Avenue, Long Beach, California, United StatesIron Goddess All Star Showcase California The Iron Goddess All Star Showcase is taking over Long Beach during Grand Prix Weekend at The Pike Outlets. This two day motorcycle experience celebrates women riders, custom builds, and the power of the riding community in one of Southern California’s most iconic waterfront locations. Saturday features cruisers and […]
Free
History Hangout
Historical Society of Long Beach 4260 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA, United StatesCommunity event with local historians
Free
Book Talk with Harry Saltzgaver
Historical Society of Long Beach 4260 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA, United StatesBook talk and signing with Harry Saltzgaver
Free
4/25 Ambitious Record Fair
Ambitious Ales 4019 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, United StatesAmbitious Record Fair returns to Long Beach on Saturday, April 25 at Ambitious Ales 🍻
Free
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Carson, CA
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson Long Beach DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson Long Beach, Long BeachAward-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Carson
$93.54
Warsaw- World Premiere
The Beverly O'Neill Theater 300 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United StatesWarsaw, a world premiere! SUMMARY: 74-year-old Krystyna fights for life in a hospital as four people wait and reveal the reasons why her survival is vital to them. But even if she survives, is it too late for love? What purpose or meaning remains for any of them? Will Krystyna have their answers?
$59.00
Express Your Creativity at Rancho Los Cerritos
Rancho Los Cerritos 4600 Virginia Rd, Long Beach, United StatesJoin 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.
Free
Good Old Blues LIVE!
Hellada Gallery 117 Linden Ave., Long Beach, CA, United StatesLive 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
Mother’s Day Poetry Reading + Author Q&A
Fair Trade Long Beach Retail Collective 4105 N Bellflower Blvd, Long BeachCelebrate Mother’s Day weekend with Moonstone & Mist Bookshop. Join poet Allison Mei-Li for an poetry reading and conversation on motherhood, creativity, and identity.
Free
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Carson, CA
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson Long Beach 2 Civic Plaza Dr, Long BeachAward-winning interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show in Carson
$94.34
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Grand Annex 434 W. 6th St., San Pedro, United StatesMusicians & 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
Kapwa: Ebbing & Flowing Through the Arts
KUBO Long Beach 3976 Atlantic Ave, Long BeachWellness-themed merkado featuring cultural healing practitioners offering free or donation-based services rooted in Indigenous Filipinx and AAPI traditions. Join us for meditation, sound bath, artist panel, movement, art, and free health resources.
Free
Xela Institute of Art Annual Fundraiser
Xela Institute of Art 2176 Pacific Ave, Long BeachXela Institute of Art's annual fundraiser is hosted inside the museum and features a silent auction, a musical performance, and a sit-down paella dinner!
$50.00
Public oral History Evening with the Honorable Evan Anderson Braude
Keesal, Young & Logan 310 Golden Shore, Long BeachJoin the Historical Society of Long Beach for a special evening celebrating decades of community service.
$115.00
Camera Day at the Queen Mary
The Queen Mary 1126 Queens Highway, Long BeachSecond Annual Camera Day aboard the historic Queen Mary. So Cals's largest meet up of photographers, exhibitors and camera vendors. Photo classes, contest and open access to the ship. All ages welcome!
$30.00
Trashion Show Long Beach
Long Beach Playhouse 5021 E. Anaheim Street, Long Beach, United StatesDesigners wanted! Ready to turn bold ideas into show-stopping looks? Join a high-energy creative project celebrating innovation, sustainability, and style. Collaborate, experiment, and see your designs come alive on stage. Apply now and make a statement!
Free
Literary Women of Long Beach Festival of Authors
Long Beach Convention Center E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA, United StatesThe 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.
$125.00
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