August Summer Fun 2023
Long Beach Pride Parade 2023
Shoreline Village, 8/4 - 8/6
This year, the Long Beach Pride Parade and Celebration shifts its purpose, and party, to late summer. The festival–which happens Aug.4-6–takes place along Shoreline Drive, at Marina Green Park (386 E. Shoreline Dr.) where there will be myriad experiences: fun zones, food courts, food trucks, arts/crafts vendors and community booths as well as all manner of the festival’s signature music offerings which take place on the Fiesta Caliente and Urban Stages as well as in the Dance Pavilion. What hasn’t changed is the significance of the event and how it showcases so much of what Long Beach is and aspires to be: inclusive, welcoming … and fun.
The events kick off with a Teen Pride night on Friday, August 4, 4 - 9 PM. A series of events geared toward LGBTQ+ teens that include live DJs, performances and dancing all presented in a welcoming, safe environment. Likewise, there are fun zones for families as well as seniors. There will be historical context and drag shows, games, giveaways and lots more.
The Festival will continue all weekend long from Saturday, August 5, 11 AM to Sunday, August 6, 10 PM. The parade, which takes place Sunday, Aug. 6 at 10:30 a.m., begins at the intersection of Ocean Boulevard and Lindero Avenue, proceeding west toward Alamitos Avenue.
Autism Family Morning
Aquarium of the Pacific, 8/13, 7-9 AM
Join the Aquarium for a special morning exclusively for families with children or adults with autism. The entire Aquarium, except Lorikeet Forest, will open at 7:00 a.m. This will be a morning when guests can enjoy the tranquility of Aquarium exhibits and meet 12,000 animals from the world’s largest ocean. Tickets are $12 per person and children under three and members are free.
34th Annual Long Beach Jazz Festival
Rainbow Lagoon Park, 8/11 - 8/13
Come celebrate the Long Beach Jazz Festival. Featuring a great line-up from classic R&B to hot summer night jazz. The only Southern California Jazz Festival staged on a gorgeous grassy knoll in a beautiful Lagoon setting. Long Beach Jazz Festival features some of the top artists of the year and includes VIP seating in an incredible outdoor setting with a great selection of food, art and much more. “Jazz”, an experience you will never forget! Artists: Will Downing, Pieces of a Dream, Najee, Brian Simpson, Jackiem Joyner, Jessy J, Phil Perry, Marion Meadows, and many more.
Drag Brunch
Samueli Theater, 8/20
Broadway Divas take Hollywood!
In the classic words of Nicole Kidman, "The movies are back" and so are Segerstrom Center’s very own Broadway Divas! These stars are thrilled to be returning to Samueli Theater in a brand-new Hollywood themed Drag Brunch bringing everyone’s favorite movies to life. Sure to make you laugh, cry and smile in delight, only Miss Clair Voyance can provide all the glitz and glamor from the silver screen.
Get ready to sing along to the timeless hits of The Little Mermaid, Hairspray, and come face to face with your favorite characters from The Devil Wears Prada, The Wizard of Oz, Into the Woods, Birds of Prey, and more! With Miss Clair Voyance as your host, her cast of Hollywood Stars are among Southern California’s greatest drag entertainers: Leeko Rae, April Showers, Zai, Jo Lopez & the Broadway Diva Dancers, plus surprise guests!
Every ticket comes with a complimentary glass of champagne (21+) and the opportunity to meet the queens after the show.
Doors open for all guests at 11:00 am. Program starts at 12:00 noon. Early arrival is encouraged for all guests who purchase a floor seat with access to the brunch buffet. Loft seating does not include access to the brunch buffet. All guests 21+ will receive 1 drink ticket at check in eligible for a complimentary glass of champagne. Additional drinks may be purchased separately.
West Coast Taco & Beer Festival
Rainbow Lagoon Park, 8/26, 3-8PM
West Coast Taco & Beer Festival is coming to Long Beach, CA! Guests will experience bottomless craft beer/hard cider/seltzers & other beverage tastings from local and regional breweries & beverage companies as well as access to culinary food vendors selling the all types of tacos + other street food items on their menu.
While trying out all the craft beer and tacos, make sure to stop by our boutique vendors where you can purchase original art and other food options. This is a 21 and over event. No babies or children. No strollers. No Pets. Must show valid ID upon entry.* Please consume alcohol responsibly.
Female Maker Market- 80’S Rewind & Flashback
Long Beach Exchange Hangar, 8/25, 5- 9:30PM
Head on over to the Hangar Lawn from 5pm - 9:30pm for the Female Maker Market for Final Fridays this Summer on Friday, August 25th, September 29th. Come out and shop local woman owned businesses including locally curated clothing, home goods, art pieces, woven arts, flower and plants, children’s apparel, jewelry & accessories, spa & bath products and so much more!
Shop over 30 local woman owned small businesses + join in on the Summer Fun! For more information on this event, head to Instagram or Facebook and follow @thefemalemakermarket or online at www.thefemalemakermarket.com
Plus, enjoy the Warm Summer Night Breeze on the patio and enjoy amazing gourmet food from the LBX Hangar including, cold libations and provisions, tasty bites, cool poke + sushi and so much more!
The Female Maker Market welcomes the Summer Entertainment series provided by local DJ, DJ Julz of Orange County. Each Night will encompass live DJ sets with different themed nights: