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This Weekend in Long Beach: Indie Films, Live Music and More to Explore
By Staff Writer
Published on Thu, Aug 27, 2026
From locally made short films and a murder mystery dinner to a guided garden meditation, there’s plenty to see and do this weekend in Long Beach. Here are a few highlights:
Date: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 28-30
Time: Celebrations and showtimes vary
Location: Art Theatre (2025 E. 4th St.)
What to Expect: The historic Art Theatre is home to this annual film festival celebrating independent filmmakers. There’s an opening night party on board the Queen Mary (1126 Queens Highway) on Friday, followed by film screenings at the Art Theatre on Saturday and Sunday.
Cost: Ticketed events
Summer Music in the Garden
Date: Friday, Aug. 28
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
4th Fridays on Retro RowA Great Night in Hip Hop: Nas & The RootsTurning the Tide: Navigating Local Programs & ServicesSummer of Architecture: Lost Railway TourShoreline Village Summer Concerts Murder on the High Seas “Hangmen”Long Beach Antique MarketForest BathingCyanotype Workshop
