Long Beach is gearing up for a busy week of markets, performances, film and community gatherings. From the free Khmer Town Night Market to the multi-venue Queer ArtFest, there are plenty of ways to spend time around town, whether you’re after an unusual gift, a night at the cinema or a family-friendly outing.

Takeaways

  • Queer ArtFest opens on Friday: The free kickoff at WERK Nightclub includes an art exhibition, drag performances, a fashion show and a short-film screening.
  • Khmer Town Night Market is free: It runs on Saturday from noon to 8 pm, with food, local businesses, entertainment and family activities.
  • The Antique Market returns Sunday: General admission is $10, while early entry costs $15; children under 12 get in free.
  • There’s more than shopping: The week’s listings include film screenings, a repair clinic, a concert and a fundraiser book swap.
  • Check before setting out: Event schedules can change, so confirm details with organisers or venues.

A week of Long Beach events, with something for every mood

A lively mix of local culture and practical outings fills this week’s Long Beach events calendar. You can browse handmade goods, catch a film on the big screen or join an activity that brings neighbours together, often without needing to spend much.

The Signal Tribune’s roundup includes events across Long Beach and Signal Hill, from Friday’s Sore Thumbs market to the city’s seasonal tree lighting ceremony. It’s a useful reminder that a good local plan doesn’t have to mean choosing between art, food and community. [2]

Queer ArtFest brings local artists into the spotlight

Long Beach Queer ArtFest launches on Friday evening at WERK Nightclub with a free kickoff party from 7 pm to 10 pm. The opening features a curated exhibition of local queer artists, drag performances, a fashion show and a short-film screening. [2][3]

And the kickoff is only the start. The Arts Council for Long Beach describes the festival as a multi-venue programme running across two weekends, with visual arts, film, music, dance and performance. Its schedule may change as events are added, so check the festival’s updates before heading out. [3]

Khmer Town Night Market offers a neighbourhood-sized outing

On Saturday, the Khmer Town Night Market takes over the F&M Bank parking lot on East Anaheim Street from noon to 8 pm. Expect local food, small-business stalls, live entertainment and family-friendly activities, including a children’s jumper. Admission is free. [2][4]

The market is presented as a celebration of culture, food, music and local businesses, not simply a place to shop. That makes it a good option if you want to browse while getting a feel for the neighbourhood’s community spirit. [4]

Sunday’s Antique Market rewards an early start

The monthly Long Beach Antique Market returns to Veterans Stadium on Sunday, with general admission from 6:30 am to 2 pm. Organisers list tickets at $10 for general admission and $15 for early entry, which runs from 5:30 am to 6:30 am; children under 12 enter free, and parking is free. [2][5]

If you’re hoping to browse for vintage finds, the early-entry window offers more time before the market closes. Tickets are sold at the event, and the organiser says the market takes place on the third Sunday of each month. [5]

Films, fixing and music round out the week

The Art Theatre of Long Beach is showing Do The Right Thing on Saturday, following a free pre-screening party, while La Bola Negra is listed for Monday at 1:30 pm, 5:05 pm and 8:35 pm. Showtime listings can shift, so confirm availability with the cinema or ticket provider before making the trip. [2][7]

Elsewhere, Sunday’s Long Beach Fixit Clinic invites volunteers to help repair broken electronics, bicycles, toys, clothes and small appliances. The week also includes a string concert, a fundraiser book swap and Signal Hill’s annual tree lighting, giving visitors plenty of ways to choose a quieter, hands-on or festive outing. [2][6][8]

A little planning makes the week easier

For outdoor browsing, it’s worth checking the organiser’s latest information before setting off, particularly for opening times and admission arrangements. The Antique Market’s schedule page confirms its recurring Sunday pattern, prices and free parking, while Visit Long Beach provides practical details for the Khmer Town Night Market. [4][5]

For Queer ArtFest, keep an eye on the festival’s updates: the Arts Council notes that organisers may add events or change the programme. A quick check can help you spend less time second-guessing the plan and more time enjoying the event. [3]

Pick the outing that suits your mood, and leave room for an unexpected find.

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