Key Takeaways
- This weekend in Long Beach, enjoy family-friendly events, beer yoga, live music, and a candlelit concert.
- Participate in the 50 State Saturday Scavenger Hunt for an educational experience at the library.
- Join Beer Yoga at Trademark Brewing for a fun blend of yoga and craft beer on Saturday.
- Don’t miss the Sunday Drag Brunch at Hamburger Mary’s for a vibrant and entertaining experience.
- End the weekend with the Candlelight Concert: The Spirit of Kwanzaa for a soulful musical reflection.
The rain should stop just in time for us to remember how doors work so we can re-enter society — and honestly, Long Beach did not disappoint.
If you’re not ready to let the holiday energy die quietly on your couch, you’re in luck. We’ve got family-friendly stuff, beer yoga (obviously), live music, drag brunch, DJ coffee parties, and a candlelit concert that will absolutely make you feel something. So grab your calendar, rally the group chat, and let’s keep the season going. Here’s what’s happening in Long Beach this weekend.
50 State Saturday Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, December 27
Time: During library open hours
Location: Los Altos Neighborhood Library
5614 Britton Dr, Long Beach, CA 90815
If you’re looking for something wholesome, educational, and mercifully low-chaos, this is it. The 50 State Saturday Scavenger Hunt invites kids to explore a featured U.S. state through graphics and clues hidden around the library.
It’s interactive, sneaky-smart, and actually fun — helping kids build observation skills while learning about how wildly diverse this country is. Parents get a win, kids feel accomplished, and no one goes home covered in glitter.
Beer Yoga at Trademark Brewing
Saturday, December 27
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: Trademark Brewing
233 E Anaheim St, Long Beach, CA 90813
Balance, but make it fermented.
Beer Yoga at Trademark is exactly what it sounds like: a relaxed yoga class followed by a well-earned recovery beer. No pressure, no judgment, and no one cares if your balance is questionable — that’s kind of the point.
This is peak “I want to be healthy but also enjoy my life” energy. Stretch, breathe, sip. Saturday mornings should always look like this.
Live Music & Holiday Favorites by Sam A Capella
Saturday, December 27
Time: 6:00–9:00 PM
Location: L’Opera Italian Restaurant
101 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
For a more refined (but still fun) Saturday night, head to L’Opera for live music by Sam A Capella. Expect smooth vocals, holiday favorites, and Italian classics that somehow feel cozy instead of overdone.
Add pasta. Add wine. Add the realization that live music hits different when you’re seated comfortably with excellent food in front of you. Ideal date night, solo treat-yourself night, or “we survived the holidays” celebration.
Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, December 28
Time: 3:30 PM
Location: Hamburger Mary’s Long Beach
330 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802
If your brunch doesn’t involve wigs, lashes, and performers who could emotionally read you from across the room — you’re doing it wrong.
Sunday Drag Brunch at Hamburger Mary’s is loud, fabulous, and unapologetically fun. Expect fierce performances, big personalities, bottomless energy, and a crowd that came ready to have a good time.
Eat. Drink. Tip your queens generously. Leave glowing.
Ambiente y Cafe
Sunday, December 28
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: SALA Coffee & Wine Bar
3853 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90807
Coffee… but make it a party.
Ambiente y Cafe blends DJ sets, cafecito, chelas, vino, and community into one very vibey afternoon. Expect perreo, good music, and that specific joy of dancing in daylight while technically drinking coffee.
It’s the last Ambiente of 2025, so the vibes will be intentional, celebratory, and extra good. Perfect for music lovers, coffee lovers, and people who like their Sundays social.
Candlelight Concert: The Spirit of Kwanzaa
Sunday, December 28
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Blu’ Arts and Wellness Gallery
(Long Beach, CA – gallery setting)
Close out the weekend with something soulful. Candlelight Concert: The Spirit of Kwanzaa is an intimate, reflective performance featuring jazz and R&B harpist Mariea Antoinette.
Through music and narrative, this candlelit experience honors Kwanzaa in a way that feels thoughtful, grounding, and deeply human. It’s the kind of event that makes you slow down — and maybe feel a little emotional in the best way.
Final Vibe Check for What’s Happening This Weekend in Long Beach
Long Beach said, “The holidays aren’t over until we say they’re over.”
Whether you’re stretching with a beer, dancing at brunch, sipping coffee to DJ sets, or soaking in live music by candlelight — this weekend is stacked with reasons to leave the house.
The rain’s clearing.
The city’s calling.
You should probably answer.
For even more events, pop-ups, and Long Beach goodness, check out our Events Calendar on LBC Vibe.
FAQs
Yes! There are great options for families, including the 50 State Saturday Scavenger Hunt at the Los Altos Neighborhood Library, which is designed for toddlers through school-age kids. It’s educational, interactive, and totally manageable.
Very much yes. From Beer Yoga at Trademark Brewing to Sunday Drag Brunch at Hamburger Mary’s and DJ-driven events like Ambiente y Cafe, this weekend has plenty of 21+ energy.
Some events may require tickets or reservations, especially Beer Yoga, Drag Brunch, and the Candlelight Concert. We recommend checking the host’s website or Events page on lbcvibe.com before heading out to avoid disappointment.
The events listed are indoors, which is perfect considering the rain we’ve had. The weather should clear up, but either way, you’re covered.
The Candlelight Concert: The Spirit of Kwanzaa is a beautiful, thoughtful way to close out the weekend. It’s intimate, soulful, and perfect if you’re in the mood for something meaningful.
Absolutely. This list gives a great snapshot of Long Beach culture — community-focused, creative, inclusive, and fun. If you’re new to the city, this weekend is a great way to experience different neighborhoods and vibes.
You can always find more things happening around town on the LBC Vibe Events Calendar, which is updated regularly with local events, pop-ups, and community happenings.
Every week. We keep our finger on the pulse of what’s actually happening in Long Beach — not just the big stuff, but the local gems too. Check out our Friday reels on Instagram and Facebook for updates on Long Beach events as well as here on our blog on lbcvibe.com.
