61st Annual

Long Beach Greek Festival & Cultural Event

Labor Day Weekend - Sat, Sun & Mon - Sep 4, 5 & 6, Noon - 9pm - Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, 5761 E. Colorado St, Long Beach

Greek Food & Greek Desserts • Greek Wine, Beer & Ouzo • Dance Performances • Greek Dancing & Lessons • Live Greek Music • Games for Kids • Full Carnival • Specialty Shops • Church Tours & Greek Cooking Classes. FREE Parking/Shuttle. Donation $3 adults, Children Under 12 FREE. Monday 12-5 Free Admission.

Huntington Beach

Civil War Reenactment

Sat & Sun, Sep 4 & 5, Battle Times: Sat: 1:30 & 4 pm / Sun: 11 am & 2 pm - Central Library, 7111 Talbert Ave (On Gothard St. between Slater & Talbert), Huntington Beach

All proceeds from refreshment sales go to HB Historical Society, the sponsors of this event. Please do not bring any animals. Admission FREE!

San Pedro

Conquer the Bridge Run

Mon, Sep 6, 8 am - San Pedro/Vincent Thomas Bridge, Harbor Blvd./5th. Street, San Pedro

This will be the first race allowed over the Vincent Thomas Bridge in well over a decade, featuring amazing views, and 2 challenging trips OVER the Bridge. The Impossible race is now reality. FINALLY! Walkers are welcome as well. Register early.

Shoreline Village

Beach Party

Mon, Sep 6, Noon - 9 pm - Shoreline Village, 29 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach

Celebrate the end of summer with live music, hula and fire dancers, great food and shopping. The Shoreline Village End of Summer Beach Party is an all day event, with entertainment for the whole family. The Event is FREE.

Queen Mary

Art Deco Festival

Fri, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 5 - Queen Mary, 1126 Queen's Highway, Long Beach

The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles presents Art Deco Festival. Events include Cocktail Party, Pajama Party, Bazaar, Sunday Tea Dance, and more.

Holiday Guide

More Great Labor Day Weekend Fun

Wherever in So Cal you plan to be this Labor Day Weekend there are tons of great events, fairs and festivals. We have your best guide to Southern California Labor Day fun. Follow link below for more...

International City Theatre presents...

The Clean House

Pulitzer Prize Finalist by Sarah Ruhl
Aug 24 - Sep 19, Center Theatre, 300 East Ocean Blvd., Long Beach

This whimsical romantic comedy centers on Matilde, a Brazilian housekeeper who's more interested in coming up with the perfect joke than in cleaning the house. Contrastingly Lane, the lady of the house, has an eccentric sister who is nuts about housecleaning. Trouble comes when Lane's husband reveals that he has found his soul mate and it isn’t his wife. A poignant, unpredictable and wildly funny look at class, comedy and the true nature of love. Most Tickets $29-$42.

Great Wine. Great Food. Great Music. Great View. Great Friends.

Uncorked!

Sun, Sep 19, 4 - 6 pm, Spinnaker Bay, Long Beach

Sample great wines in a beautiful outdoor setting. Taste Dishes from Long Beach's best restaurants. Fundraiser to benefit the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra. Follow link below for more details and to get an invitation.

Justin Rudd presents

Say "Cheese" Long Beach Exhibit

Fri, Sep 3, 6:30 - 9:30 pm - Expo building, 4321 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach

Approx. 100 seasoned and amateur photographers spent Aug. 28 & 29 all over Long Beach immortalizing the city through digital photography. Each participant was welcome to submit 10-12 images to be judged for the contest and to be considered for the exhibit. A photo book is expected to be created with the images after the exhibit. The 24-hour timeframe from noon on Saturday to noon on Sunday offered young and old a chance to explore their creative, humorous or serious side to generate a blended expression of our community. Now is your chance to see what was captured.

Art Theatre

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

Fri, Sep 3 and Sat, Sep 4, 11:55 pm - Art Theatre of Long Beach, 2025 East 4th Street, Long Beach

Celebrate the Art Theatre's Anniversary with a screening of the cult classic Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas starring Johnny Depp who sets off on a fast and furious ride through nonstop neon, surreal surroundings and a crew of the craziest characters ever. Tickets: $10

California State Long Beach

KJazz Blues Bash

Sat, Sep 4, 7 pm - Cal State Long Beach, 1288 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach

The KJazz Blues Bash will begin at noon with a FREE ADMISSION family “street party” held in the plaza area adjacent to the Carpenter Center. Live performances by local musicians and food and beverages will be offered from noon until 6 pm. The main event, a blues concert headlined by the Keb’ Mo’ Band alongside a lineup that includes Guitar Shorty and Jon Cleary. Tickets for Concert: $55

Aquarium of the Pacific

Urban Ocean Festival

Sat, Sep 11 & Sun, Sep 12, 9 am – 5 pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach

In Southern California, more than 20 million people live within 50 miles of the Pacific Ocean.

Human uses of the coastal ocean are intense and often conflict with one another and with marine life. Join us as we explore and celebrate Southern California’s Urban Ocean with this new annual weekend festival. The weekend will include an art contest, poetry readings, food, booths, and educational activities. FREE with general admission.

Shoreline Village Marina

Long Beach Yacht and Boat Show

Thu - Sun, Sep 9 - 12 - Shoreline Village Marina, Long Beach

No where else on the Pacific Coast will you receive a more authentic feel for boating and the lifestyle it affords than at the Long Beach Yacht and Boat Show. And the seaside atmosphere is enhanced with over 200 in-water sail and power boats at Shoreline Village Marina, a popular tourist destination that exudes everything positive about living on and near the water. At Shoreline Village, dockside boats are literally surrounded by quaint shops and stellar restaurants, adding to your total boat show experience.

Los Alamitos

Mexican Independence Day Fiesta

Sun, Sep 12, St. Isidore’s Historical Plaza, 10961 Reagan Street, Los
Alamitos

St. Isidore’s is hosting a Mexican Independence Day Fiesta celebrating the 200th anniversary of Mexican liberation from Spain. The community has gathered together to present a plethora of games, activities, music and food for young and old alike. Please call the St. Isidore Plaza at 562-596-9918 for tickets and ask for Frances or Ann.

Long Beach

The Oringinal Lobster Festival

Sat & Sun, Sep 11 & 12 - Rainbow Lagoon, Long Beach

The Original Lobster Festival has become a tradition to over thousands of festival goers annually. We combine local popular artists, Swing, Salsa, R&B/Motown, Decades 70s/80s Dance Bands, tons of Fresh Live Maine Lobsters steamed in the World’s Largest Cooker prepared and served by Bristol Farms Master Chef for that mouth watering taste, giant food court, children’s area, dance floor, two stages and beach bars to create the largest Lobster Festival outside of Maine, right here in Southern California.

Aquarium of the Pacific

Overview of California’s Water Supply with Jeanine Jones & Eric Soderlund

Thu, Sep 30, 7 – 8:30 pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach

Where does California's water come from? How much is there? How do we manage it? What do we know about droughts and floods? And how do we govern our water resources? Hear Jeanine Jones and Eric Soderlund answer these questions as we explore what global climate change will mean for California’s water supply. $8 for public; $4 general Aquarium members.

Art Theatre of Long Beach

28 Days Later

Fri, Sep 10, Midnight - Art Theatre of Long Beach, 2025 East 4th Street, Long Beach

Don't miss the horror masterpiece from Oscar-Winning Director Danny Boyle, starring Inception's Cillian Murphy. Tickets: $10

Aquarium of the Pacific

Job Shadow: Aviculturist

Sat, Sep 4, 9 am - 12 pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach

Do you need to shadow a marine biologist for a school assignment or are you just interested in what a job in the field of animal care is like? Shadow our talented aviculture staff and see what it takes to run our successful bird exhibits here at the Aquarium. $29 per student/$24 for Aquarium members

Long Beach Library

Shoot Like A Pro

Sat, Sep 4, 2 - 3 pm - North Neighborhood Library, 5571 Orange Ave, Long Beach

Learn how to pose and compose photographs for social occasions like Quinceaneras, weddings, and other significant events. You've purchased the equipment to take photographs, now learn how to shoot pictures that make you proud. Bring your camera. (For beginners and intermediates. Adults and teens welcome.)

Aquarium of the Pacific

Aquarium Late Nights

Sun, Sep 5, 5 – 10 pm - Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach

The public is invited to enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific after hours while taking advantage of special savings. During Late Nights, admission will be just $11.95 per person. Visitors will have the opportunity to journey through the Pacific Ocean to meet over 11,000, including more than 150 sharks they can touch. In addition, the Aquarium's short films will be shown in the Honda Theater throughout the evening.

From Shockinglydelicious.com

Fresh Blueberry Sauce in 15 Minutes

Just in time for Labor Day weekend!

Smack in the middle of blueberry season, this versatile, quick fruit sauce takes you from oatmeal, pancakes or waffles in the morning to fruit, ice cream or cake for dessert. How’s that for quick-change artistry?

Huntington Beach

Bolsa Chica Service Day

Sun, Sep 5, 9 am - 12 pm - Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, 3842 Warner Ave, North Parking Lot, Huntington Beach

Work with the enthusiastic staff to help restore the natural habitat of the Bolsa Chica Land Trust. Remove trash and non-native plant species all the while enjoying a beautiful day in the sun. This program helps raise public awareness and understanding about the Bolsa Chica Wetlands and its importance to the community.

This Week In So Cal

Find More So Cal Outdoor Events

Hikes, Campfires, Family Activities, Nature Talks, Beach Cleanups and MORE

Follow link below to find more great outdoors events throughout So Cal.

DiPiazza's

Trainwreck

Sat, Sep 4, 6:30 pm - DiPiazza's, 5205 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach

If you're a Tenacious D fan then don't miss your chance to see Kyle Gass's new band Trainwreck at DiPiazza's Restaurant. Their performance will be the opposite of a Trainwreck in it's execution but have all the aspects that make you not want to look away. $5 at the door.

Costa Mesa

Pacific Festival OC

Sat & Sun, Sep 4 & 5, 11 am - Triangle Square, 1870 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa

Pacific Festival OC's Launch Party Weekend is a two-day premiere event showcasing over 30 of independent music’s best bands and artists performing in five sound areas, inside and outside of Triangle Square and Sutra, utilizing Triangle Square’s historic courtyard as the location for the outdoor main stage.

Spaghettini

Fattburger

Sun, Sep 5, 7 pm - Spaghettini Grill and Lounge, 3005 Old Ranch Parkway, Seal Beach

One of the most popular pop/jazz groups, Fattburger has been classified by some as new adult contemporary music, contemporary jazz, or smooth jazz. The San Diego-based unit has survived through many trends and still plays the same type of accessible funky, latin spiced music that was its original goal. Limited Seating $45

Alex's Bar

Modern Memory

Thu, Sep 9, 8 pm - Alex's Bar, 2913 E. Anaheim St, Long Beach

Indie rock pop stars Modern Memory is headlining a show at True Blood's bar Alex's Bar with openers The Henry Clay People, and Radar Bros. Cover: $5

In Theatres This Week

"The American" (R)

Starring: George Clooney, Thekla Reuten - Thriller

Also In Theatres This Week:

"Going the Distance" (R) - Drew Barrymore, Justin Long / Comedy
"The Winning Season" (PG-13) - Emma Roberts, Sam Rockwell / Drama
"The Switch" (PG-13) - Jennifer Aniston, Jason Bateman - Comedy

Harbor Area Farmers Markets

Long Beach Area Farmers Markets

Thursdays 3-6:30pm - Long Beach Uptown (map)
Fridays 10am-4pm - Long Beach Downtown (map)
Sundays 9am-2pm - Long Beach Southeast (map)

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