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El Dorado Nature Center Winter-Break Workshops – Registration Starts December 1
Workshops for ages 5-8 include Batty for Bats, Winter Wonders, Wildlife Workbench, By the Light of the Moon, Tasty Tree-ets and more. Registration begins December 1. Register early as workshops fill up fast.
Nature Detectives Spring Camp at El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach
MARCH 16 - APRIL 15: Is your child up for the challenge to solve a Nature Center mystery? The City of Long Beach is offering an after school camp program called Nature Detectives, at El Dorado Nature Center for Kindergarten-5th Grade. As detectives, kids will use their observational skills, conduct research, and make new discoveries while exploring the trails.
Activate Artesia Blvd. at The Uptown Jazz Festival in Long Beach
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21: Enjoy live music, pop-ups from local businesses, food trucks, a Kids’ Zone, Health Fair, and more! Re-imagine Artesia Boulevard and test out proposed street improvements that make it safer and more enjoyable to walk, bike, and roll along Artesia.
Turtle and Tortoise Show at the El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
OCTOBER 9: Members of the Southern California Turtle and Tortoise Club will display turtles from all over the world. Free event, Parking $8
Howl-o-Ween Storytelling Event at El Dorado Nature Center
OCTOBER 23: Delicious Shivers and Startled Gasps by South Coast Storytellers Guild. Join them for spooky stories as the sun sets over the Nature Center. Free Event, Parking $8.
Halloween Spookfest with City of Long Beach
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29: Join City of Long Beach at Admiral Kidd Park for trunk or treat, crafts, games and Hocus Pocus movie in the park.
Monthly Park Cleanup – El Dorado Regional Park in Long Beach
OCTOBER 23 & NOVEMBER 27: Help to protect wildlife and beautify the largest park in Long Beach. All ages welcome!
Santa Fishing at El Dorado Park in Long Beach
MONDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2021: Santa is coming to Long Beach to fish at El Dorado East Regional Park. He will be giving away fishy prizes and a big check for $25,000 for the park. Join in on the fun.
Winter Camp – City of Long Beach
DECEMBER 20-30, 2021: City of Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine will offer day camps for youth (ages 5-12) at 21 Long Beach parks weekdays from 9am-4pm beginning December 20 through December 30 (excluding Christmas Day). Cost is $30 per week.
Free Mobile Recess – City of Long Beach
NOW - FEBRUARY 22, 2022: City of Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine's Mobile Recess Program conducts supervised physical fitness, and arts and crafts activities for ages 5-14 along designated streets blocked off for safety.
Easter Egg Hunt in Long Beach
SATURDAY, APRIL 9: Come join in all the fun with a free photo op with the Easter Bunny and search for hidden eggs throughout the park and face painting.
Spring Camp with City of Long Beach
APRIL 18-22: City of Long Beach will offer in-person day camps at 22 different parks. Youth ages 5-12 will enjoy crafts, physical fitness, enrichment activities and more. The fee is $30 for campers attending from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and $50 for those attending from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Parent & Me Workshop at El Dorado Nature Center
MARCH 9 • APRIL 13 • MAY 11, 2022: Bring your imagination and sense of adventure as you and your child celebrate the seasons with a special morning of stories, nature play, and outdoor exploration.
City of Long Beach Youth Festival
SEPTEMBER 24: Youth ages 10-24 are invited to join the Long Beach Youth Festival to experience performances from local writers, poets, singers, and dancers, interact with organizations serving youth, engage in networking opportunities, and discover a wealth of resources that uplift and inspire!
Día de los Muertos in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 5: Rainbow Lagoon will transform into a spectacular celebration and street extravaganza with a festive parade, arts and crafts, dance, world-class music and entertainment, and food and drinks.
Daisy Parade in Long Beach
DECEMBER 10: The parade will return to its historic format this year, and will take place on Saturday, December 10th, at 5pm on Daisy Ave. between PCH and Hill Street.
Winter Break Workshop at El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach
DECEMBER 26 - JANUARY 6: Join El Dorado Nature Center for fun and exploration this winter! Each day the children will learn about a different aspect of nature through investigation, hands-on activities, games and crafts.
Easter Egg Hunt Adoption Event in Long Beach
APRIL 1: Celebrate Easter at the shelter with Long Beach Animal Care Services. Enjoy music, photos, egg hunt, and Easter egg decorating to bring home or place in the pet's Easter baskets.
Free Summer Kickoff Concert in Long Beach
MAY 26: Start the summer off with a free concert and free kids activities.
READY Long Beach – Emergency Preparedness Expo
SEPTEMBER 9: READY Long Beach is a family-friendly event where you can check out emergency vehicles on display, learn life-saving tips, watch safety demos, and enjoy food, music, kids rides, prizes, and vendors.
Free Family Events at Lincoln Park in Long Beach
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER: Join the City of Long Beach for free family events at Lincoln Park. Weekly activities include Tuesday Walking Group, Wednesday Intro to Fitness with Park Equipment, Friday Play Date in the Park, and Friday Come & Dance. Game Night on November 28 and December 21. Movie Night on December 28.
Who-ville Winter in Long Beach
DECEMBER 16: Join the City of Long Beach for a joyful who-ville winter event with face painting, outdoor games, crafts, hot cocoa, Santa visit, and raffles.
Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party at Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach
DECEMBER 29: Join the Noon Year's Eve celebration, enjoy a dance party, crafts, and balloon drop to ring in the New Year.
Star Wars Events at Long Beach Libraries
MAY 4: Participate in special Star Wars themed activities at Billie Jean King Main Library and Mark Twain Library.
Summer Kickoff Concert at El Dorado Park West in Long Beach
MAY 24: Welcome the summer season with a free concert featuring the Under Cover Band. Concert goers can dance and sing along to pop, funk, soul, rock, Top 40, Latin, and more.
Bike & Pedestrian Rodeo in Long Beach
AUGUST 12: Practice safe walking and bicycling in a "Safe Moves City" and learn how to navigate traffic signs and signals.
Día de los Muertos Grand Parade and Festival in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 2-3: Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Día De Los Muertos featuring a grand parade, traditional music and a festival on Sunday with live performances, food, and children's area.
Veterans Day Celebration in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 9: Join the City of Long Beach for a free family-friendly festival featuring a welcome ceremony, veterans recognition ceremony and community resource fair, plus DJ entertainment, live musical performances, Kids Zone, food trucks, aquarium on wheels, historic aircraft flyovers, and community showcases.
Free Youth Fishing Derby at El Dorado Park in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 16: Kids can enjoy outdoor recreation, learn to fish, get expert fishing tips, and have opportunities to win prizes like fishing gear and gift cards. Fishing poles and tackle will be provided to participating youth to use for free during the derby, but youth may also bring their own gear to use.
Holiday Tree Lighting at Terrace Plaza in Long Beach
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4: Celebrate the holiday season with a 67-foot tall Christmas tree and more than 500,000 lights illuminating the Terrace Plaza. Festive activities include, live music, food, photo ops with Santa, train ride, and fireworks show!
Whoville Winter Village
DECEMBER 14: Free family-friendly holiday event featuring carnival games, crafts, cookie decorating, face painting, balloon twisting, family recreation games, snow sledding, and pictures with Santa Claus and The Grinch.
Daisy Parade in Long Beach
DECEMBER 14: The Daisy Lane Parade began in 1953. The neighborhood decorates the grass meridian on Daisy Avenue. Catch this neighborhood parade at 5pm.
Winter Fun Days in Long Beach
DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 3: Winter Fun Days is a drop-in program for children 5-12 years of age to be part of extended supervision recreation activities during Winter Break.
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Long Beach
SATURDAY, JANUARY 18, 2025: The parade kicks off at the intersection of MLK and Anaheim St., followed by a park celebration with performances, kid zone, food and merchandize vendors, and more.
Monarch Day of Action in Long Beach
March 15: Enjoy live music, crafts, and help plant native plants and spread seeds for Monarch butterflies.
Neighbor to Neighbor Spring Kickoff Event in Long Beach
March 22: Celebrate community and connection at the Neighborhood Spring Kickoff with arts, crafts, games, and family-friendly activities—free for all to enjoy!
Spring Fest at Lincoln Park in Long Beach
April 12: Spring Fest fun with crafts, face painting, egg hunt, hula hoop contest, and Bunny photo ops!
Celebration of the Young Child in Downtown Long Beach
April 26: A free celebration for kids up to 8 with performances, crafts, sensory play, screenings, and resources for families.
Beach Streets: Open Street Event in Long Beach
May 10: For a single day the streets to people walking & bicycling. Participants of all ages will enjoy family-friendly entertainment at our festival hubs located at Houghton Park and the east end of Artesia. Opportunity for participants to discover a new business, try a new restaurant, and explore a new retail store.
Grand Reopening at MacArthur Park in Long Beach
July 26: Celebrate the reopening of a newly upgraded park featuring a shaded playground, fitness trails, and picnic areas. Enjoy a ribbon cutting ceremony and explore the refreshed family-friendly space.
Cops & Bobbers Youth Fishing Derby in Long Beach
August 9: Kids can fish with marshmallows, worms, and corn at this fun derby with Long Beach Police Department, plus enjoy face painting and games.
Dance Fest in Long Beach
August 16: Watch live dance, martial arts, and drumming performances from Long Beach cultural groups at this free evening celebration.
Silverado Park Playground Grand Opening in Long Beach
September 12: Celebrate the grand opening of Silverado Park’s new playground with inclusive play areas, colorful designs, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. FREE!
Westside Fest at Admiral Kidd Park in Long Beach
September 13: Enjoy music, food, games, art, and hands-on activities at this free family festival in Long Beach. FREE!
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