Long Beach attractions
With so many family-friendly attractions, this city by the sea is a wonderful place to spend the day, the weekend or a lifetime. People come from all over to visit Long Beach attractions: Aquarium of the Pacific, Queen Mary, museums such as MoLAA, the convention center. With this many attractions, there is always something to do — even if you’ve lived here for years.
Strictly Sail Long Beach Anchors at Shoreline Village October 18-21
Come aboard the largest sailing event in Southern California when Strictly Sail Long Beach (formerly the Long Beach Boat & Yacht Show) debuts at Shoreline Village in Rainbow Harbor (401 Shoreline Village Drive, Long Beach) Thursday, October 18 through Sunday, October 21. The four-day event features more than 60 sailboats of all shapes and sizes, [...]
$12 Million Investment Will Bring 2,500 New Bikes to Long Beach, Starting Downtown
The City of Long Beach and Bike Nation are teaming up to launch one of the largest bike share programs in California. “This state-of-the-art Bike Share program will serve local residents, businesses and visitors,” Mayor Bob Foster said. “Bicycling is helping to promote business growth as well as a healthy, active lifestyle. And this new [...]
Long Beach Has Lots of Attractions for RV Travelers (and Locals, too)
What nicer place to spend your next RV camping vacation than in a city that offers both historic interest and great places to play outdoors? This Long Beach RV vacation itinerary highlights the outdoor recreation possibilities as well as the fascinating history of this city on the Pacific. Before we shine a light on special [...]
Gray Whales Arrive in Long Beach in Record Numbers
The Aquarium of the Pacific features daily whale watching cruises, in partnership with Harbor Breeze Cruises, that launch from the dock right in front of the Aquarium. This past December whale watchers spotted a record number of gray whales passing through the waters off of Long Beach and the sightings continue. More than 169 gray [...]
Think Outside the Mall for Unique Holiday Gifts in Long Beach
Everyone wants to give a thoughtful and special gift this time of year. If you want to find a few gifts that are uniquely “Long Beach,” check out the shops on this list! From local artisans to local history, the gift shops of attractions like El Dorado Nature Center or MoLAA offer an array of [...]
Join Fourth District Councilmember O’Donnell For a Free Night at the Aquarium of the Pacific Thursday
Fourth District Councilmember Patrick O’Donnell is inviting residents to join him for a free evening at the Aquarium of the Pacific. On Thursday, Oct. 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. all are invited to enjoy the Aquarium’s numerous attractions highlighting the mysteries and beauty of the Pacific Ocean. O’Donnell will be on hand to [...]
Great Sand Sculpture Contest Returns Saturday
A multitude of teams are expected to bring out their inner child at the 79th annual “Great Sand Sculpture Contest” in Long Beach. On August 13th, Granada Beach in Belmont Shore will be hosting the 79th Great Sand Sculpture Contest. One of the signature events of Long Beach Sea Festival, the Contest has been attracting [...]
Celebrity Drivers Announced For 2011 Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race
2010 Celebrity Winner Brian Austin Green Returns to Compete with the Pros For the 35th year, the Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race will bring together a star-studded field of Hollywood’s elite to race for charity. On Saturday, April 16, stars from film, television, music, sports and fashion will showcase their newly earned racing chops in identically prepared, [...]
Street Lighting Ceremony Highlights Improvements in the East Village
Mayor Bob Foster, Councilmember Robert Garcia, the Long Beach Redevelopment Agency, and the East Village Association will host a ceremony tomorrow, Thursday February 10, at 430 pm, to celebrate the installation of 52 new streetlights on East Fourth Street from Alamitos to Long Beach Blvd. The ceremony takes place at the offices of the East [...]
Councilman Dee Andrews Announces the Musical Headliners For the 23rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
The Sixth District Councilman Dee Andrews, Long Beach Department of Parks, Recreation & Marine and the Residents of Long Beach are pleased to announce the 23rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace & Unity Celebration musical headliners, sponsored by Union Bank, are “The Lowrider Band” performing live on Saturday, January 15th, 2011 at Martin [...]
