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Long Beach This Week: Local Stories, Events & More
A hometown business returns, CatPAWS celebrates rescue, and exciting events are coming to Long Beach.
Robert Brennan

Robert Brennan

For the family behind Johnnie's Appliances, opening a second store is more than business expansion. It's a homecoming. From humble beginnings to 27 employees, discover how this family-owned business is returning to its Long Beach roots, bringing appliance sales, repairs, and a commitment to the community.

 

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A ballroom filled with animal lovers, heartwarming rescue stories, and dozens of kittens brought the CatPAWS Fifth Annual Soirée to life. From generous donations to a special appearance by CNN Hero Dr. Kwane Stewart, the evening celebrated the people giving vulnerable cats a second chance at life.

 

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Friday Night Market w/ 714 Markets: Browse local artisans and handcrafted gifts during an autumn evening of music, shopping, and community at Long Beach Exchange.

 

Date: November 13, 2026 | Time: 5–9 p.m. | Location: The Hangar, 4150 McGowen Street, Long Beach | Admission: Not specified. Event page

 

 

Long Beach Queer ArtFest 2026 Nov 13-15 & Nov 20-22: Two weekends of exhibitions, performances, historic photography, and art making celebrate LGBTQ+ creativity at venues across Long Beach.

 

Dates: November 13–15 and November 20–22, 2026 | Time: Varies by venue; schedule subject to change | Location: Multiple Long Beach venues | Admission: Listed as free; check venue requirements.

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Entangled in Passion: Pianist Michelle Cann joins conductor Eckart Preu and the Long Beach Symphony for Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2, Ravel’s Bolero, and Strauss’ Don Juan.

 

Date: November 14, 2026 | Time: 7:30 p.m.; doors 6 p.m.; preconcert talk 6:30 p.m. | Location: Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach | Admission: Paid tickets; all ages.

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Dreamstate SoCal 2026: The Queen Mary Waterfront hosts two nights of trance and techno, with a lineup including Above & Beyond, Paul van Dyk and Infected Mushroom.

 

November 20–21, 2026 | 4 p.m.–1 a.m. each day | Queen Mary Waterfront, 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach | Paid passes; general admission ages 18+, VIP ages 21+.

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Autumn Festival: The Aquarium’s 25th annual festival celebrates Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Filipino cultures through music, dance, storytelling, crafts, and cultural arts.

 

Dates: November 21–22, 2026 | Time: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Location: Aquarium of the Pacific, 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach | Admission: Included with general admission; adults $49.95, children ages 3–11 $34.95, seniors 62+ $46.95; members and children under 3 free. Reservations required.

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Seal Beach Christmas Tree Lighting: Celebrate beside the pier with carolers, children’s crafts, sledding, seasonal treats and a visit from Santa.

 

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 4–7 p.m. | Base of the Seal Beach Pier, Seal Beach | Admission and activity charges are not specified. Event details

 

 

42nd Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade: Celebrate the holiday season along 2nd Street with marching bands, festive floats and community groups.

 

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026. Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Location: 2nd Street, Belmont Shore, Long Beach.

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Patchwork Show Long Beach: Shop local makers and junior artists beside Marine Stadium while enjoying live music, food vendors, food trucks, and DIY activities. The festival welcomes pets and bikes and offers a bike valet.

 

Date: November 28, 2026 | Time: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | Location: Marine Stadium, 490 Bay Shore Avenue, Long Beach | Admission: Not specified on the event page.

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