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This Weekend in Long Beach: Pride Takes Center Stage
By Staff Writer
Published on Thu, May 14, 2026
Date: Friday, May 15
Time: 7:30 to 11 p.m.
Location: Aquarium of the Pacific (100 Aquarium Way)
What to Expect: Adults can enjoy the Aquarium of the Pacific after dark with live bands and DJs, art and culture, plus food and drink for purchase.
Cost: Ticketed event
MacArthur Park Community Bike Ride
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: MacArthur Park (1321 E. Anaheim St.)
What to Expect: Bicyclists can explore the neighborhood around MacArthur Park during this four-mile scenic community ride. Pedal Movement will offer free bike tune-ups an hour before the event.
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Beverly O'Neill Theater (330 E. Seaside Way)
What to Expect: International City Theatre presents this free performance of “Earth Tales” for kids of all ages to experience the magic of live theatre.
Cost: Free with advance reservation
Date: Saturday-Sunday, May 16-17
Time: 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: 2nd Street in Belmont Shore
What to Expect: The Belmont Shore Business Association is organizing a two-day sidewalk sale with outdoor tables filled with seasonal specials and samples from local businesses.
Cost: Free
Date: Saturday, May 16
Time: 4 to 8 p.m.
Location: The Promenade North, between Broadway and 3rd Street
What to Expect: This monthly event series brings live music, craft vendors and family-friendly activities to Downtown Long Beach.
Cost: Free
|Date: Various dates from Saturday, May 16 through Saturday, June 13
Time: Showtimes vary
Location: Long Beach Playhouse (5021 E. Anaheim St.)
What to Expect: Presented on the mainstage by the Long Beach Playhouse, this classic medieval story by James Goldman is bursting with royal family drama as well as wit and humor.
Cost: Ticketed event
Date: Sunday, May 17
Time: 6:30 a.m. registration opens; running from 8 to 9:30 a.m.
Location: Start and finish on Ocean Boulevard, between Cherry and Junipero avenues
What to Expect: Runners can take part in 5K or 10K races in celebration and support of the LGBTQ+ community, organized by The Shoreline Frontrunners of Long Beach as a charitable fundraiser.
Cost: Participation prices vary
Date: Sunday, May 17
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Centered at Ocean Boulevard and Lindero Avenue, while traveling along iconic stretches of Ocean Boulevard and Alamitos Avenue
What to Expect: The 43rd Annual Long Beach Pride Parade features the theme "Fearless and Free." It promises to be a spectacular parade celebrating diversity and unity within the LGBTQ+ community.
Cost: Free for spectators
These are just a few highlights of the happenings across Long Beach this weekend. Visit the City of Long Beach’s official event calendar for more fun, including weekly farmers markets and events happening at specific Long Beach Public Library branch locations.
