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Summer kick-off tournament (now through Aug. 29)
Long Beach United recently kicked off its 2026 Summer Soccer Tournament for kids ages 10 to 18 at Drake Park, as part of the organization’s mission of making soccer more accessible for at-risk youth in low-income communities. Outside of the games, the program offers mentorship and a reduction in financial barriers so more kids can participate.
Game days run every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Aug. 29, with training sessions every Friday evening from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. Spots are limited to the first 240 signups, so register today!
Tattoo Arts Festival (Friday, July 10 to Sunday, July 12)
Villain Arts brings its Tattoo Arts Festival back to the Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, attracting some of the world’s most renowned tattoo artists. In this full weekend of self-expression, it’s about more than ink, expect a vendor market with clothing, jewelry, art and more.
Laurie’s Pie Bar 10th anniversary party (Saturday, July 11)
Ten years after starting as a local pop-up, Laurie’s Pie Bar has become one of Long Beach’s beloved small businesses, and she is celebrating with a free, all-day block party to show her appreciation for the community. Local hot dog cart Glizzy Street will be joining, along with plenty of activities running throughout the day.
Expect a free photobooth, kids’ games, a dog red carpet walk with free pet pies, a pie eating contest, a pie and sip session, a DJ and limited-edition anniversary merch.
Long Beach Bluegrass Festival (Saturday, July 11)
Now in its third year, this free concert in the park from Live at The Shell packs a full day of bluegrass into the lineup. There will be plenty of entertainment, from jamming sessions to an instrument petting zoo to hands-on workshops at the Recreation Park Bandshell…