California Events
Read ’em & Sip
A new book club for readers who like their drinks with a twist of knowledge. The Wicked Wolf (2332 Pacific Ave., 90806; Wrigley neighborhood), recently crowned Best Cocktail Bar in Long Beach, is thrilled to run a monthly, first-of-its-kind book club that blends the...
Flux Art Space – Long Beach Open Studio Tour
Flux Art Space is participating in the Belmont Weekend of the Long Beach Open Studio Tour by showcasing works by the talented LB artists/muralists Noah X “Worldsmith” Frazier, Soft Chick, and Alepsis Hernandez. 🗓️ Saturday & Sunday, October 19 & 20...
Andy & Renee & Hard Rain New Year’s Eve Party
South Bay folk-rockers return with hits from across the decades. Includes late-night pizza, party favors and a champagne toast to start off 2025!
Pickle & Her Big Band Celebrate the Holidays
LA’s premier singing drag queen brings her big band for a sparkling holiday celebration featuring American Songbook classics and Broadway tunes.
Los Pinguos Concert & Workshop
Hailing from Buenos Aires, LA-based Los Pinguos return with their danceable upbeat mix of Latin rhythms, reggae, rock and rumba flamenco. Pre-concert workshop: From Buenos Aires to Los Angeles
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...
J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band)
Bluegrass supergroup blends “high lonesome” harmonies and masterful picking with West Coast folk and Americana. John Jorgenson (acoustic guitar/mandolin/vocals) first came to national attention in the mid ‘80s with successful country-rock act The Desert...
Sean Lane & the Hellhounds
Delta blues and roots to driving rock ‘n’ roll, master slide guitar player and his power band deliver a raw, distinctive sound. Sean Lane is a singer-songwriter who plays solo-acoustic Delta style blues and also fronts a four-piece electric combo. Sean Lane &...
Professional Artist Fellows 2024: Opening Reception
Join us on October 19, 2024 at the Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach for the opening reception of the Professional Artist Fellowship**. This fellowship celebrates Long Beach’s talented artists by recognizing their recent outstanding work. To be...
The David Robert Pollock Variety Hour
Modern folk singer-songwriter David Robert Pollock (formerly known as DCR Pollock) returns to the Annex to premiere his new “David Robert Pollock Variety Hour,” featuring guest appearances by talent from across the LA music scene. This show brings to life his short...
Mustangs of the West
Trailblazing all-women quintet deliver sparkling, powerful and irresistible Country-Americana!
Introducing the Washington Neighborhood Basketball Court Mural Project
We are thrilled to announce the Washington Neighborhood Basketball Court Mural Project, a transformative initiative supported by the California Arts Council and presented by the Public Corporation for the Arts for the City of Long Beach (ArtsLB). This exciting project...
Kontrapunktus presents BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum
KONTRAPUNKTUS returns this August with its first Long Beach concert in over one year when the debut their newest and most ambitious classical production yet, “BACH & TELEMANN: Collegium Musicum” and also features the long awaited return of phenomenal soloist,...
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by Long Beach Community Arts
Dear Long Beach: Diary Films Commissioned by LBCMA, brings together four diverse emerging filmmakers to create a series of personal Super 8 diary/essay films focused on the city of Long Beach, CA. Through the intimate lens of Super 8 film (a small gauge film format...
Ryujin Taiko Free Outdoor Concert
Take an afternoon break and get re-energized with the joyful drumming of Ryujin Taiko! Come to the Grand Annex (parking lot) for this FREE 30-minute Make Music LA Day event. About Make Music Day Each year, on June 21, Make Music Day celebrations happen across the...
KUBO LB Window Art Installation
Join us at KUBO LB (3976 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA )on Saturday, June 22, 2024, for the window art installation reveal by Lorean Bautista. This art installation was made possible through the Arts Council for Long Beach 2023-2024 Microgrant.
drawinghouse: Figure Drawing & Still-Life Session
-uninstructed figure drawing session with live model -uninstructed still-life setup simultaneous to live model sessions -light snacks and drinks provided -curated at-home atmosphere located in Icehouse Arts Complex
Pop-Up Community Dance Class
Community Dance Class hosted by Chatiera “Cookie” Ray. Contemporary Dance -7pm Heels-8pm ( 18+) No dance training is needed.
Writing Without Fear: A Workshop for Women and Survivors Navigating Internet-Based Sexual Harm
Writing Without Fear is designed for women, girls, and nonbinary folks who are survivors of online-based NCP, harassment, and bullying. NCP, or nonconsensual pornography, involves the distribution of explicit images or videos without your consent, often with the...
MEET THE ARTIST: TRINH MAI AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
This summer, the Arts Council for Long Beach is thrilled to invite you to an inspiring community event featuring artist Trinh Mai. Join us at Veterans Memorial Park as Trinh embarks on her latest mural project, “We the Propagators,” a vibrant tribute to the diversity...
JumpStart Artist Culmination and Community Day
Join us for the Jumpstart Gallery show, a family and community art day that will host vendors, community partners, artists, and local elected officials in celebration of the art and culture that makes our city great. This free, family-friendly event is a chance for...
Positive Shifts
You’re invited to a Day of Building Resiliency, Expanding Community, and Embracing Art! FEATURING: 🎭 Interactive Performances 🎨 Art Installations 🎧 Audio Walking Tours 🏬 Showcasing Local Small Businesses 📜 Poetry 🎶 Live Music 🤝 Community Engagement 🌌 Augmented...
CELEBRATING LGBTQ FAMILIES: FIGURATIVE WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOP
Celebrating LGBTQ Families: Figurative Watercolor Painting Workshop MOLAA welcomes gay, bisexual, and transgender fathers and their families, as well as straight dads with LGBT children to create art in a safe and inclusive space this Father’s Day weekend. Light...