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This Weekend in Long Beach: Summer Sounds, Night Biking and More
By Staff Writer
Published on Thu, Aug 20, 2026
From live music and outdoor movies to local food, bike rides and a historic airport tour, there’s plenty to do in Long Beach this weekend. Here’s a look at some of the events happening around town:
Summer Music in the Garden
Date: Friday, Aug. 21
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden (1250 Bellflower Blvd.)
What to Expect: Bring your picnic blankets and enjoy the sound of music in the garden
during the continuation of this evening summer concert series.
Cost: Ticketed event
Movies in the Park: “How to Train Your Dragon”Friday Night Lights Bike RideShoreline Village Summer Concerts Taste of Downtown KCRW EditionThree Pianos: Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin, Andrew McMahonShoreline Park Half MarathonSummer Concerts at Rancho Los Alamitos
