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This Weekend in Long Beach: Summer Music, Movies and Kites Flying High
By Staff Writer
Published on Thu, Aug 13, 2026
Long Beach is turning up the summertime volume this weekend with live music, movies under the stars, a waterfront car and bike show, kite festival, cultural celebrations and more. Here’s what’s happening:
Summer Music in the Garden
Date: Friday, Aug. 14
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
Date: Friday, Aug. 14
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.
Location: Bembridge House (952 N. Park Circle)
What to Expect: As part of the Summer of Architecture series, Long Beach Heritage presents an evening of music on the grounds of the historic Bembridge House featuring Bread and Butter.
Cost: Free
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