Long Beach boasts a plethora of longstanding traditional events and festivals. This curated list highlights the longer running events in the Long Beach, California area throughout the holiday season.
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November 2 – Long Beach Festival of Flight
Long Beach Airport
Enjoy viewing aircraft up close while dining at local food trucks. There will also be a beer garden for the 21+ crowd.
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November 2 & 9 – Dia De Los Muertos Annual Art Exhibit and Altar Display
Museum of Latin American Art
This annual event will highlight the impacts of family history on current beliefs and customs. Be prepared for some introspection as a look back may explain a lot about who you are today!
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November 16 – 7 – Autumn Festival at the Aquarium
Aquarium of the Pacific
Experience Asian maritime culture with a hands on experience full of learning opportunities. Take in the food and cultures of China, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines.
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November 28 – Long Beach Turkey Trot
Granada Boat Launch Ramp
Get in a morning run with the Long Beach community before devouring all those calories you earned later on Thanksgiving Day! This event also features a .5-mile kid’s walk to keep the whole family involved.
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December 2 – Christmas Tree Lighting
Terrace Theater Plaza
The ceremony to light the Long Beach, California Christmas tree begins at 6:00 PM. Kids can meet the Claus family and go for a train ride while adults can snack at local food trucks and enjoy a live band.
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December 14 – Annual Parade of 1000 Lights
Shoreline Marina
This isn’t your average holiday parade! Well lit boats will set sail from the Shoreline Marina area and float past the Pine Avenue Pier, moving across the water alongside the Queen Mary. Get the best vantage point at Shoreside Village, the Queen Mary, or Rainbow Harbor.
December 14 – Annual Daisy Avenue Christmas Tree Lane Parade
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Daisy Avenue between PCH and Willow Street
This parade has been going strong for 66 years and 2019 will be no different. Stake out your spot before the 5:00 PM start time to make sure you can see it all!
