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Long Beach’s sparkling drag culture returns to the iconic Queen Mary this coming Monday with Queens on the Queen. After its sold-out inaugural voyage last year, this glittering celebration of drag culture and community will once again transform the ship into a fabulous night of glitter, sequins and drag! On Monday, September 8, 2025, 6–9 PM, the Queen’s Salon will
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1K1K ViewEvery summer, Zaferia turns into something that kinda defies description. It’s not your typical festival with fences and badge checkers and that whole “influencer” vibe. It’s louder, messier, cheaper (as in free), and way more fun. It’s called Happy Sundays, and somehow it’s already been eight years of this beautiful chaos. Born in 2017 out of a simple idea from
Read More894894 ViewsWhen most people think of Long Beach, they’re probably thinking the Queen Mary, Long Beach State or 2nd Street, Belmont Shore. But believe it or not, our city has some pretty major Olympic history under its belt. Yeah, like actual Olympics. Turns out, Long Beach played a solid role in not one but two Summer Games—1932 and 1984—and now we’re
Read More743743 ViewsLong Beach’s soundtrack just dropped for the year—and trust us, you’re going to want to hit play. The Long Beach Symphony just announced its 2025–26 season, and it’s the perfect mix of iconic classical works, dance-worthy Pops nights, and unexpected moments that’ll leave you genuinely moved. With tickets starting at just $39 (and five-concert subscriptions at $109), this is a
Read More811811 ViewsOn Sunday, August 10 at 10 AM, Long Beach Heritage as part of their Summer of Architecture Series will unlock the doors to a rare gem: a fully restored Miner Smith bungalow mansion in Belmont Heights. This guided tour— takes you into the history and the creative mind of Miner R. Smith, the visionary craftsman who created one of Long
Read More0.9K0.9K ViewsWhat do you get when you combine a Pilates workout, wagging tails, and a good cause? Puppy Pilates—coming to Long Beach on Saturday, August 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at The Barre, the city’s newest boutique fitness studio. In partnership with local nonprofit rescue Sparky and The Gang, The Barre is hosting a playful afternoon where fitness meets philanthropy.
Read More734734 Views3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Empowering Long Beach Youth Through Sports, Service & Scholarship On Saturday, August 9, the gym at Cabrillo High School will fill up with sneakers squeaking, music bumping, and a whole lot of love for Long Beach’s youth. It’s the return of Hoops & Heroes, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament that’s less about the scoreboard and more about showing
Read More605605 ViewsThere’s something disarming about seeing a diamond the size of a canvas. Angie Crabtree doesn’t just paint them—she magnifies them until they feel like portals. For years, these gemstones have been her muse, not for their sparkle, but for what they represent. Luxury. Power. Desire. A beauty pulled from deep within the earth, shaped by human hands, then sold back
Read More1K1K View1. Justin Rudd’s Great American 4th of July Kids Bike Parade 📍 Granada Ave., Belmont Shore, Long Beach 🗓 Friday, July 4 ⏰ 10:00 AMKick things off with one of Long Beach’s most charming traditions. This kid-powered parade along the Belmont Shore boardwalk features decked-out bikes, scooters, and wagons. Free to participate, just decorate your ride and show up early.Great
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