Your Guide to the Best Local Happenings This Week in the South Bay
Ready to soak up some local sun? From the roar of engines in Long Beach to family-friendly dinosaur encounters, we’ve rounded up the absolute best of the South Bay (and a little beyond) for your week ahead.
Friday, April 17th
Springfest Redondo Beach
- Where: Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
- When: 10:00 AM
- What: The 41st annual community carnival returns! It’s a local rite of passage featuring classic carnival rides, community booths, and plenty of fair food. Perfect for a Friday outing with the kids or a nostalgic date night.
- Cost: Free Admission (Pay for rides/food)
- Link: coastmusicrocks.com
Spring Sidewalk Sale
- Where: Downtown Hermosa Beach (Pier Ave)
- When: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- What: Take a stroll down Pier Avenue for some fresh-air retail therapy. Downtown merchants are moving their best goods to the sidewalk, offering a great chance to snag unique finds while supporting the local small business scene.
- Cost: Free to attend
- Link: hermosabeach.gov
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
- Where: Long Beach Street Circuit
- When: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- What: Southern California’s premier street race is back. Even if you aren’t a die-hard gearhead, the festival atmosphere, lifestyle expo, and the sheer sound of IndyCars echoing through the city streets is an experience you won’t forget.
- Cost: Paid
- Link: gplb.com
Saturday, April 18th
Earth Day Celebration
- Where: Hopkins Wilderness Park, Redondo Beach
- When: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- What: Celebrate Mother Earth in one of the South Bay’s most beautiful hidden gems. This sustainability fair features nature-focused activities, workshops, and booths designed to help us all live a little greener.
- Cost: Free
- Link: southbayparks.org
SoCal Beach Foundation Cleanup
- Where: Hermosa Beach (Beach Area)
- When: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
- What: Show our coastline some love! This volunteer-driven event is a great way to meet neighbors while keeping our sand pristine. All supplies are usually provided—just bring your sunscreen and a helping hand.
- Cost: Free
- Link: hermosabeach.gov
Dinosaur World Live
- Where: Norris Theatre, Rolling Hills Estates
- When: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
- What: This Olivier Award-winning show brings life-like (and life-sized!) puppet dinosaurs to the stage. From the T-Rex to the Triceratops, it’s an interactive adventure that concludes with a special post-show dino meet-and-greet.
- Cost: Ticketed (From ~$19)
- Link: palosverdesperformingarts.com
51st Bunka-Sai Festival
- Where: Ken Miller Recreation Center, Torrance
- When: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- What: Immerse yourself in Japanese culture at this long-standing Torrance tradition. Expect mesmerizing Taiko drumming, martial arts demonstrations, and an array of authentic food stalls that never disappoint.
- Cost: Free
- Link: torrancesistercity.org
Sunday, April 19th
Morning Shift: Cars & Coffee
- Where: Porsche Experience Center, Carson
- When: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- What: Fuel up your Sunday morning with a high-octane gathering. This month is motorsport-themed to celebrate the Grand Prix, featuring incredible cars and complimentary coffee from SACRED USA.
- Cost: Free
- Link: porschedriving.com
Interscholastic Beach Volleyball Tournament
- Where: Hermosa Beach North Volleyball Courts
- When: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- What: Come witness the incredible talent of high school athletes competing on the iconic North Courts. It’s a high-energy day on the sand and the perfect excuse to spend your Sunday at the beach.
- Cost: Free for spectators
- Link: hermosabeach.gov
Wednesday, April 22nd
Lawndale Earth Day Fair
- Where: Lawndale Community Center
- When: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- What: A mid-week opportunity to learn about local conservation. With environmental education booths and hands-on recycling workshops, it’s a great after-school activity for the family to celebrate the planet.
- Cost: Free
- Link: lawndalecity.org
String Quartet Concert
- Where: Civic Library (Katy Geissert), Torrance
- When: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- What: Unwind after work with a dose of culture. This professional string quartet performance in the library’s community room offers a sophisticated and peaceful end to your Wednesday evening.
- Cost: Free
- Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/library-in-concert-string-quartet-tickets-1986683823797
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