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Long Beach Symphony presents ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ (Thursday, Aug. 20)
Enjoy the 2003 Disney classic “Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl” in a new way: a live score performed by the symphony in sync with the film on the big screen. The event, open to kids and adults, will take place at the Long Beach Amphitheater at 8 p.m.
Tickets are available here and additional information is available here.
7 Reasons You Can’t Miss Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert with Long Beach Symphony – sponsored
1. Watch the Film Like Never Before: Relive the blockbuster adventure on the giant screen while the Long Beach Symphony performs every unforgettable note of the score live, perfectly synchronized with the film.
2. Experience the Music Up Close: Hearing the orchestra perform the iconic score live reveals details and emotion that simply can’t be captured through movie speakers.
3. Be Part of a One-Night-Only Event: This spectacular live-to-film experience sails into Long Beach for one night only on Thursday, August 20.
4. Enjoy a Summer Evening Under the Stars: The new F&M Bank Amphitheater provides the perfect waterfront setting for an unforgettable night of music, adventure, and cinematic magic.
5. Arrive Early for Family Fun: Doors open at 6 p.m. with family-friendly pre-concert activities before the 8 p.m. performance.
6. Kids can get in FREE. Bring the Whole Crew!: Tickets start at $38.45 (all fees included). However, thanks to generous support from the Port of Long Beach and the RuMBa Foundation of Long Beach, children 14 and under can receive free admission with an accompanying adult ticket discounted to $20! (available while supplies last only at LongBeachSymphony.org)
7. Create a Memory Worth Sharing: Whether you’re a Disney fan, movie lover, or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Pirates of the Caribbean in Concert is an experience that will stay with you long after the final note fades.
Purchase tickets here.
Artists and Makers Mixer (Thursday, Aug. 20)
Creatives of Long Beach are invited to bring and share their projects at a downtown networking “Makersville” event from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. (301 The Promenade North). The event overlaps with a happy hour at nearby Buen Provecho from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and artisans can stop by for $3 street tacos and flautas and discounted beers and tequila shots.
More information is available here.
Friday Night Lights Bike Ride (Friday, Aug. 21)
Join the city’s Walk & Roll Long Beach team for an evening group bike ride beginning and ending at Bixby Park. Riders will meet at 6:45 p.m. and suit up in reflective and glow-in-the-dark gear to promote visibility before they head out on a 4-mile ride through the city’s parks and community centers.
All experience levels are welcome. Additional information is available here.
Taste of Downtown with KCRW Summer Nights (Saturday, Aug. 22, 2-10 p.m. | Pine & Promenade) – sponsored
Taste of Downtown, now in its 17th year, joins forces with KCRW Summer Nights for an afternoon and evening of food, drinks, music and community in the heart of Downtown Long Beach.
Presented by the DTLB Alliance, Taste of Downtown invites guests to sample bite-size offerings from local restaurants alongside beer, wine, and craft cocktails while enjoying live entertainment and activities throughout the event.
As the sun goes down, KCRW Summer Nights takes over with sets from KCRW DJs Nassir Nassirzadeh and Raul Campos, turning Pine Avenue into an all-ages dance party and celebration of Downtown. For more details, click here.
Shoreline Park Half Marathon (Sunday, Aug. 23)
It’s not too late to register for races along Long Beach’s Shoreline Park boardwalk. Runners can choose between a 5k, 10k or half marathon and shoot for personal records on the flat terrain. The courses include views of the ocean and Queen Mary and will be equipped with water stations. The top three men and women in each race will win awards. Yet all runners will take home a finisher medal and plenty of swag — as well as a free plate of tacos at the post-race expo.
Residents who don’t want to lace up can spectate from a cheering spot of their choice along the course (see the map here). Gun times are at 7 a.m. for the half marathon, 7:15 a.m. for the 10k and 7:30 a.m. for the 5k. All races start from Shoreline Aquatic Park (200 Aquarium Way).
Additional registration info and race day instructions are available here.
WeBreak Summer Recital (Sunday, Aug. 23)
WeBreak, a Long Beach-founded hip-hop dance school, presents their summer recital at the Nautilus Shell at Shoreline Village from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Kids interested in learning about hip-hop culture and how to breakdance can register for future WeBreak classes here.