Arts
“Sweet Dreams” screening at Mexican-American Film & TV Festival
Set in the near future when most people can no longer dream, “Sweet Dreams” follows the story of Esperanza, a young woman who’s excited to be a mom for the first time. Weeks before the baby is due, her partner Kiké goes missing. As she searches for...
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...
“LA Time Capsule”–Boyle Heights Walking Tour & Workshop
Join our team as we conduct a short walking tour around Boyle Heights where we will discuss and celebrate the historical and cultural legacy of immigrant communities in our neighborhoods. Our team will also lead participants in the crafting of either a literary or...
Women First -Light
Women First – Light is a group Art Show for the 6th Annual Art Massive featuring all female local artists. Held at the Expo Arts Center.
Long Beach International Peace & Diversity Festival and Concert – 25th Anniversary
Join us for an afternoon of celebrating the beauty of diversity with art, music, and fun for the whole family. The event is free of charge. Sponsored by the Arts Council for Long Beach, the Port of Long Beach, the RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach, and LA Arts and...
2025 Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS)
Sister Cities of Long Beach organizes the local Young Artists and Authors Showcase (YAAS) to encourage young artists (12-18 years old) to express the values of international friendship and cultural exchange through artwork, photography, music, literature, and poetry....
ArtBeats: Community Love in Action
How can we show love for our communities during difficult times? Sign up for ArtBeats: Community Love in Action, for starters! ArtBeats: Community Love in Action sparks community-driven conversations that increase connection, civic engagement and creativity....
The Making of a Design District Workshop: Part 3 (Develop)
Led by Heather Barker, Professor of Design at CSULB this hands-on workshop will bring creators, makers, and community members together to test and build tactical urbanism interventions. Participants will collaborate to develop prototypes that reflect the district’s...
Art Supply Swap
Join us for the Long Beach LGBTQ+ Center’s first Art Supply Swap, a community-driven event where artists like you can find free, high-quality art supplies for your next creative project! Let’s come together to inspire one another and keep creativity flowing in our...
POSADA VIBES: Second Sundays Market at PLACELB
POSADA VIBES is the culminating event for Second Sundays, a workshop series at PLACELB where we open up space to teaching artists to share a part of their process with the community. We invite folks to meet local artists, makers, and community arts-organizations &...
Long Beach City College Presents: Ceramixa Sale
Get ready for a festive evening of art, pizza, and community! Join the Long Beach City College Ceramixa Club for our end-of-semester sale and exhibition showcasing incredible student artwork! Discover unique, kiln-fired pottery created by talented LBCC students, all...
Digging Beneath Ghost Lake: Dave Clark, Jennifer Gunlock, and Katie Stubblefield
Exhibition open November 2 -23, 2024 By appointment Opening reception Saturday, November 2, 4-7 p.m. “Digging Beneath Ghost Lake” is a multimedia installation with sculpture, video, and two-dimensional works by artists Dave R. Clark, Jennifer Gunlock and...
UP CLOSE AND CLASSICAL – MOZART & GRIEG String quartets
Limor Toren and Jackson Snead, violins, Nicholaus Yee, viola and Alicja Blanquart, cello will play two string quartets: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s quartet #17 “The Hunt” in B-flat major, and Edvard Grieg’s quartet #1 in G-minor. Admission is...
“Sweet Dreams” sneak-peek screening
Join writer/director Gary Alvarez at a sneak-peek screening of his new film “Sweet Dreams” followed by a Q&A with the cast and crew! Doors open at 10am. Screening starts at 10:45am. PG-13 for strong language, mature themes and some violence. This film...
CatNat Dance Films
Join CatNat Dance Films online for an unforgettable dance experience. This exciting event showcases a collection of compelling films featuring award winning artists from across the country. Discover thought-provoking works by artists from SoCal to NYC and many places...
Digging Beneath Ghost Lake: Dave Clark, Jennifer Gunlock, and Katie Stubblefield
Exhibition open November 2 -23, 2024 By appointment Opening reception Saturday, November 2, 4-7 p.m. “Digging Beneath Ghost Lake” is a multimedia installation with sculpture, video, and two-dimensional works by artists Dave R. Clark, Jennifer Gunlock and...
Digging Beneath Ghost Lake: Dave Clark, Jennifer Gunlock, and Katie Stubblefield
Exhibition open November 2 -23, 2024 By appointment Opening reception Saturday, November 2, 4-7 p.m. “Digging Beneath Ghost Lake” is a multimedia installation with sculpture, video, and two-dimensional works by artists Dave R. Clark, Jennifer Gunlock and...
“LASTING IMPRESSIONS” – DYNAMIC LOCAL ARTISTS LAJON AND TOMAS DE LOS REYES
“Lasting Impressions,” a remarkable new show featuring paintings by Long Beach muralist Lajon and Tomas De Los Reyes, will open on Saturday, October 12th, at Loiter Galleries in Long Beach. Opening hours are 5-9 PM. It is the first gallery showing for Lajon and it...
ECOS DE ESPAÑA: Spanish Classical & Flamenco Music & Dance
The Bach Neighborhood Library Presents: Ecos de España: Spanish Classical & Flamenco Music & Dance. Flamenco dancer Susana Elena introduces and performs a variety of dances from Spain and Gypsy Spain. Solo classical guitarist Pietro Ruscigno plays a selection...