Category Archives: Arts & Entertainment

From high- to low-brow, opera to street art, symphony hall to dive bar, Long Beach’s arts and entertainment scene is as diverse as the people and groups who help make it a reality.

TikTok

Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way 562-590-3100 @aquariumpacific Whether you want to watch the sea lions play, the penguin walks or the sharks swim, the Aquarium of the Pacific captures captivating moments with marine life on TikTok. It’s another way for the whole family to learn about Pacific Ocean environments. Top 5 Aquarium of […]

Record Shop

Fingerprints Music 420 E. 4th St. 562-433-4996 https://fingerprintsmusic.com/ A nationally acclaimed independent record store, Fingerprints builds upon Long Beach’s East Village Arts District unique identity. Essentially, the shop is an 8,000 square-foot museum-quality shrine to all things music and pop culture, with a carefully curated selection that goes far beyond vinyl. Plus, the space doubles […]

Place to Take the Kids

Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way 562-590-3100 https://www.aquariumofpacific.org/ Thousands of fascinating creatures—from starfish to sharks—live at the Aquarium of the Pacific, including some land-based animals such as penguins and lorikeets. The aquarium’s exhibits offer a rare opportunity for kids and kids at heart to learn about Pacific Ocean environments and see underwater animals up […]

Place to Take Out-of-Towners

4th Street’s Retro Row 2025 E. 4th St. https://www.4thstreetlongbeach.com/ Retro Row continues to be our readers’ favorite place to bring out-of-towners. The fun and funky stretch of 4th Street between Cherry and Temple avenues boasts a collection of independent businesses specializing in vintage wares. At its hipster heart sits the circa-1924 single-screen Art Theatre, surrounded […]

Performing Arts Group

Musical Theatre West Box Office: 4350 E. 7th St. 562-856-1999 https://musical.org/ Musical Theatre West is known for its triple-threat performances at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center, where audiences are wowed by the one of Southern California’s oldest and most innovative musical theater companies. This summer, don’t miss the critically acclaimed company’s performances of “The Wizard […]

Museum

Museum of Latin American Art 628 Alamitos Ave. 562-437-1689 molaa.org The only museum in the country fully dedicated to showcasing modern and contemporary Latin American and Latino art, MOLAA is renowned institution showcasing works by well-known greats such as Frida Kahlo as well as shining a spotlight on lesser-known artists. Founded in 1996, the permanent […]

Instagram

@lbfoodcoma Instagram @lbfoodcoma With a whopping 44.2 thousand followers, local Khmer foodie @lbfoodcoma is certainly eating his way to the hearts and taste buds of the Long Beach community with his tasty adventures. Culinary influencer James Tir is on a mission to satisfy monster cravings and share the best eats in our vibrant part of […]

DJ

Dave Bats Instagram @releasethebatsclub Known for introducing Release the Bats, Long Beach’s longest-running club night and SoCal’s most popular death-rock goth event to the world, Dave Bats is Long Beach’s favorite DJ. Follow the award-winning DJ on Instagram for booking information and upcoming events. Top 5 Dave BatsDJ Ani (Anibal Muñeton)DJ Dennis OwensDJ AlvaroDJ Wes […]

Band / Musical Artist

Knyght Ryder 562-305-0998 knyghtryder.com Get ready to dance the night away with Long Beach’s own Knyght Ryder! This talented band brings the best of the 1980s and 1990s to life with electrifying covers of favorite hits. From funky beats to nostalgic melodies, Knyght Ryder delivers an unforgettable musical experience with epic blasts from the past. […]

Artist (Fine Arts)

Daniel Garcia Instagram @thirdeyeduck Step into the mesmerizing world of Daniel Garcia, a beloved abstract sculpture artist. With a masterful blend of classic techniques and abstract creativity, Garcia’s pieces push the boundaries of art, transporting viewers to new realms of imagination. Each captivating sculpture evokes a range of emotions, inviting viewers to reflect on themselves […]