The following list is a curated roundup of weekend events in Long Beach published every Wednesday on the Hi-lo and Long Beach Post. Have an event to share? Email [email protected] with “Things to Do” in the subject line.
The first weekend of 2025 brings “Magic in the Stars” to Long Beach Arena. The Aquarium of the Pacific hosts a Beach Cleanup. Gaslamp lights up with the 2025 Cali-Punk Fest. Join Ra Yoga for a one-of-a-kind experience, and if you like solving puzzles, the Michelle Obama Library is the place to be.
Magic in the Stars (Thursday, Jan. 2 to Sunday, Jan. 5)
Disney on Ice presents “Magic in the Stars” at the Long Beach Arena Thursday through Sunday.
Mickey, Minnie, Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story and Cars will all be part of the display in this timeless journey through Disney stories, but today’s favorites like Encanto, Frozen 2, Raya, Asha, Tiana, Rapunzel and Moana will also be part of the show.
Long Beach Arena is at 300 E. Ocean Blvd. Tickets start at $35. For more information, dates and times, visit disneyonice.com.
Beach Cleanup (Saturday, Jan. 4)
Aquarium of the Pacific hosts Beach Cleanup Day at Alamitos Beach from 9 to 11 a.m.
Organizers are asking volunteers to wear covered shoes, bring reusable water bottles and be prepared with sunscreen and sunglasses. Parking will be free, and orgainzers will provide buckets, sifters, pickers and trash bags — but you can also bring your own. Organizers say all ages are welcome but anyone under 16 needs to come with an adult.
Aquarium of the Pacific is at 100 Aquarium Way. For more information, call 562-590-3100 or visit aquariumofpacific.org.
Cali-Punk Fest 2025 (Saturday, Jan. 4)
The Gaslamp presents the 2025 Cali-Punk Fest at 7 p.m.
Four tribute bands will take the stage during this event: Green ToDay — Tribute to Green Day; Pretty Fly – Tribute to Offspring; Blink 180 True – Tribute to Blink 182 and Weezerton – Tribute to Weezer. Persons must be 21 and over to be admitted. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Gaslamp is at 6251 E. Pacific Coast Highway. Tickets cost $24. For more information, call 562-596-4718 or visit gaslamplongbeach.com.
Yoga Experience (Saturday, Jan. 4)
Join Darren Obong and Karen Shideler for an intentionally curated slow yoga flow and sound experience at Ra Yoga from 4 to 6 p.m.
This 2-hour workshop promises to help attendees connect with their body and breath through slow, intentional yoga that leads into a sound bath of crystal alchemy singing bowls and other instruments.
Ra Yoga is at 3860 Worsham Ave. Tickets cost $60. For more information and tickets, click here.
Veni Vidi Solvi (Tuesday, Jan. 7)
Long Beach Public Library presents Veni Vidi Solvi, “I Came, I Saw, I Solved,” in the Conference Room of the Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Join the library on the first Tuesday of the month for an hour of solving puzzles of all kinds. Various options will be provided for all to enjoy, and participants can also bring their favorite unsolved enigmas to share. All adults are welcome.
The Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library is at 5870 Atlantic Ave. For more information, call 562-570-1047.
SPONSORED BY AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC
First Wednesdays: Lecture, Cocktail Hour, Music and Crafts (Wednesday, Jan. 8)
Living With the “Wild” Wolves in California
A Panel Discussion with Ryan Devereaux, Lila Seidman and Amaroq Weiss
Wolves, once nearly exterminated in the lower 48 States are slowly reclaiming lost habitats, including California. Wolves are both a conservation success story and a conservation challenge. As they reclaim their status as keystone species and top predators they come into conflict with ranchers and therein lies the rub.
Join us for a discussion amongst wolf biologists, investigative journalists and a noted LA Times reporter to discuss a possible future in which wolves and ranchers can thrive in California and elsewhere.
Following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy cocktails and conversations, music, and crafts in our Art Gallery. Guests will also have the opportunity to visit a single gallery with live animals: FROGS “Our Neighbors” and experience our interactive exhibits Paint-a-Frog and Paint-a-Fish. This is an adult-oriented program.
More information and tickets are available here.