News Summary
Long Beach will host multiple events to celebrate the end of summer, including a concert featuring the popular band Tijuana Dogs at Marine Stadium. The festivities will also include various performances at Shoreline Village, the Free Shakespeare Festival, and the Orange International Street Fair. Other highlights include family-friendly hikes and cultural experiences across Southern California. These events aim to foster community spirit and provide memorable experiences for attendees.
Long Beach Welcomes End-of-Summer Celebrations
This weekend, Long Beach will host a series of events marking the end of summer, including a “Farewell to Summer Concert” featuring the popular band Tijuana Dogs. This concert will take place on August 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Marine Stadium, located at 5255 Paoli Way. Community members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnic dinners for an enjoyable evening.
The annual concert returns to Marine Stadium after being held at El Dorado Park West for the past two years. Local officials emphasize the importance of gathering as a community and the vibrant cultural spirit that events like these foster in Long Beach. Tijuana Dogs is set to entertain attendees with a mix of music genres, including pop, classic rock, hip hop, and popular hits from the 1970s to the early 2000s. The family-friendly aspect of the concert aims to draw in people of all ages.
Final Performances at Shoreline Village
The Shoreline Village Concert Series in Long Beach will conclude this weekend with a lineup designed to cater to various musical tastes. On August 30, the Natasha Remi Band will perform from 1 to 5 p.m., followed by JLB Musica from 6 to 10 p.m. On August 31, Catfish and Hollywood Hound Dogs will take the stage from 1 to 5 p.m., transitioning to In the Red on September 1 from 1 to 5 p.m. All performances in this series are free, although parking rates may apply.
Theater and Festivals Across Southern California
Griffith Park will also contribute to the weekend’s festivities by hosting the Free Shakespeare Festival. Christopher Marlowe’s “Doctor Faustus” will be showcased from August 29 to 31, starting at 7 p.m. Attendees can enjoy general admission seating at the Dell atop the Old Zoo. It is recommended that guests bring blankets or low-back chairs, and alcohol or dogs are not permitted at this event.
Additionally, the Orange International Street Fair will take place in Old Towne Orange from August 29 to September 1. This longstanding fair, which has been a beloved community tradition since 1973, features entertainment spanning seven stages and offers 15 international food streets. Event hours are set for 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday and from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Live Music and Family Activities
The Labor Day Summer Music Fest will feature a variety of live music in Redlands with performances scheduled on August 29, 30, and September 1. Erin O’Neill will kick off the fest on August 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Mountain Grove Food Court, followed by Saint on August 30 at 7 p.m. and Woody & the Harrelsons performing at Citrus Plaza Food Court from noon to 2 p.m. on September 1. These events promise to provide entertaining options for music lovers in the area.
In Santa Ana, a KCRW Summer Nights event is set for August 30 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Bowers Museum. The free outdoor gathering will include DJs, pop-up bars, and kid-friendly activities, creating an engaging atmosphere for families.
Meanwhile, Santa Clarita’s Concerts in the Park series will culminate with an extended finale show on August 30. Tribute bands like Dark Desert Highway (honoring the Eagles) and A Dustland Fairytale (a tribute to The Killers) will perform, culminating with PettyBreakers, a Tom Petty tribute band, at Central Park. The event aims to provide a vibrant conclusion to the summer concert series.
Outdoor Adventures and Cultural Experiences
On August 30, a family-friendly hike will be organized at James Dilley Preserve from 3 to 5 p.m. This 2.5-mile trek is suitable for ages 6 and older, requiring advance registration and a $3 parking fee per vehicle.
Lastly, visitors can enjoy free admission to both the Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture during Free Summer Sundays, happening from noon to 5 p.m. The events promise to offer enriching cultural experiences as summer draws to a close.
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Additional Resources
- Press Telegram: Long Beach to host end-of-summer concert
- Wikipedia: Long Beach, California
- Hey SoCal: Long Beach to close out summer break with concert
- Google Search: Long Beach concerts
- Pasadena Star News: Free fun things to do on Labor Day weekend
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Labor Day
- NBC Los Angeles: Pigeons Roller Rink pop-up in Long Beach
- Google News: Long Beach events
- Time Out: Best Labor Day weekend getaways near NYC
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