Event Calendar • March 14–19, 2026
Your guide to the best local happenings in the South Bay 🌴
From shamrocks to bonsai trees, volleyball tournaments to choral concerts — the South Bay has a packed week ahead! Whether you’re looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style, get outdoors, or enjoy arts and culture with the family, there’s something on this list for everyone. Here’s your complete guide to South Bay events March 14–19, 2026.
1. ShamROCK Pre-Parade Party
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Patrick Molloy’s
Address: 50 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Cost: Ticketed (fundraiser for the HB Chamber Foundation; includes swag bag)
Category: Food & Drink / Community
Kick off St. Patrick’s Day weekend early with live music, food, drinks, and plenty of pre-parade shenanigans! This ticketed fundraiser — hosted by the Hermosa Beach Chamber Foundation — comes with a swag bag and gets the green-and-gold party started before the floats even hit the street. Arrive early, grab a pint, and soak in the electric energy of parade day.
🔗 More Info:
https://www.hbchamber.net/parade/
2. St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run & Leprechaun Dash
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Riviera Village, Redondo Beach
Address: 1811 S. Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Cost: $40–$45 (5K) | $40–$45 (Kids’ Dash)
Category: Sports & Fitness / Family
Lace up those green sneakers! The Village Runner St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run & Leprechaun Dash for the Gold returns to Riviera Village on March 14, benefiting the South Bay Children’s Health Center. The 5K starts at 8 AM followed by the kids’ Little Leprechaun Dash for the Gold at 9:30 AM. All participants receive a festive T-shirt and finisher’s medal, with cash prizes for top male and female finishers. Over 2,700 runners expected — dress up, have fun, and race for a great cause!
🔗 More Info:
https://villagerunner.com/st-patricks-day-5k-in-redondo-beach/
3.Gaelic & Garlic — Irish-Italian Celebration
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Downtown San Pedro
Address: 6th & Harbor Blvd, San Pedro, CA 90731
Cost: Free (public street event)
Category: Community / Cultural / Food & Drink
When the luck of the Irish meets the passion of Italy, you get Gaelic & Garlic — San Pedro’s beloved mashup of Celtic and Italian culture! Expect festive food, music, and community spirit as the two traditions collide in a colorful downtown celebration. A fun and unique twist on St. Patrick’s Day that keeps the South Bay character alive.
🔗 More Info:
https://www.nwsanpedro.org/post/march-14th-gaelic-garlic-irish-italian-celebration
4.30th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Downtown Hermosa Beach
Address: Pier Ave & Valley Dr → Hermosa Ave & 8th St, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Cost: Free to watch | Participation fees vary
Category: Family / Community / Parade
The crown jewel of South Bay St. Patrick’s Day celebrations is back for its 30th year! Presented by the Hermosa Beach Chamber Foundation and the City of Hermosa Beach, this beloved 0.7-mile parade features 70+ local businesses, civic organizations, marching bands, equestrians, classic cars, Irish dancers, and bagpipers marching down beautifully restored Pier Avenue. The parade runs from 11 AM–1 PM, with live music on Pier Plaza from 1–4 PM. Free for spectators — just line up along Pier Ave and Hermosa Ave (streets close early morning). Rain or shine!
🔗 More Info:
https://www.hbchamber.net/parade/
5. Vegan Mardi Gras
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Common Space Brewery
Address: 3411 W. El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Cost: Free entry (food/drinks purchased separately)
Category: Food & Drink / Community / Wellness
Presented by The Plant Base LA in partnership with Common Space Brewery, Vegan Mardi Gras is a colorful, plant-powered celebration featuring delicious vegan food vendors, craft beer, live music, and a festive marketplace vibe. Running 12–5 PM, this is the South Bay’s favorite meatless party — dog-friendly, family-friendly, and full of good energy. Wear your beads and come hungry!
🔗 More Info:
https://www.commonspace.la/events
6. Yoga on the Octagon
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Redondo Beach Pier
Address: 100 Fisherman’s Wharf (Octagon below Kincaid’s), Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Category: Wellness / Family / Outdoor
Start your St. Patrick’s Day morning the right way — stretched out by the sea! Every 2nd Saturday of the month, the Redondo Beach Pier Association and Cancer Support Community South Bay host a free all-levels yoga class on the Octagon, the iconic platform where the Pier meets the International Boardwalk. Class runs 10–11 AM. Bring your mat, a towel, and water. If it rains, class moves to Cancer Support Community at 109 W. Torrance Blvd.
🔗 More Info:
https://redondopier.com/events/
7.SoCal Clash Beach Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Hermosa Beach Pier Courts
Address: North side of the Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Cost: Free to watch | Entry fee for competitors (see CBVA site)
Category: Sports / Outdoor / Community
Head down to the sand for one of the South Bay’s favorite beach volleyball traditions! The SoCal Beach Foundation hosts this all-ages adult tournament on the volleyball courts north of the Hermosa Beach Pier — where the competition is fierce, the views are incredible, and the atmosphere is pure South Bay. Whether you’re playing or spectating, this is the beach scene at its finest.
🔗 More Info:
https://cbva.com/
8.Night Hike at Madrona Marsh Preserve
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center
Address: 3201 Plaza Del Amo, Torrance, CA 90503
Cost: $5/person or $10/family
Category: Nature / Family / Outdoor
Experience the wild side of Torrance after dark! Every 2nd Saturday (October through March), the City of Torrance Parks Department and Friends of Madrona Marsh invite you to walk through one of Southern California’s last remaining vernal wetlands as day turns to night. Listen to nocturnal insects and wildlife come alive in this unique 43-acre urban preserve. Runs 6:30–8:30 PM. Pre-registration required — walk is limited to 25 participants. Call (310) 782-3989.
🔗 More Info:
https://www.friendsofmadronamarsh.com/events/
9. Ready, Set, Grow! Preschool & Family Expo
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Location: Manhattan Beach Civic Center
Address: 320 15th St, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Cost: Free
Category: Family / Kids / Education
Your one-stop community destination for all things family and pets! The Ready, Set, Grow! Preschool & Family Expo runs from 9 AM–12 PM and features free entertainment including tide pool touch tanks from the Roundhouse Aquarium, live music by Coast Music, face painting, story time, and treats. A wonderful morning outing for parents exploring preschool and enrichment options for their little ones — and a ton of fun for kids too!
10. Los Cancioneros Master Chorale — ‘Heart of America’
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Location: James R. Armstrong Theatre, Torrance
Address: 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance, CA 90503
Cost: $40 general | $30 students | $105 season pass
Category: Arts & Culture / Music / Choral
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution through the power of choral music! The Los Cancioneros Master Chorale presents ‘Heart of America,’ a concert featuring Kirchner’s Three American Songs, Ariel Quintana’s ‘Mass from Two Worlds,’ and Ron Kean’s ‘American Mass’ — a stunning weaving of American hymns and ancient liturgy. This is an unforgettable evening of community, heritage, and beautiful live performance. Tickets available at the Armstrong Theatre Box Office: (310) 781-7171.
🔗 More Info:
https://www.lcmasterchorale.com/
11. Bonsai Bar at Common Space Brewery
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Location: Common Space Brewery
Address: 3411 W. El Segundo Blvd, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Cost: $85/person (includes bonsai tree + all materials)
Category: Arts & Crafts / Social / Wellness
Grab a craft beer and grow a tiny tree! Bonsai Bar brings the ancient Japanese art of bonsai out of the garden and into your favorite local brewery, every 4th Wednesday. This March, the featured tree is a Dwarf Umbrella (Schefflera Arboricola). Beginners are more than welcome — instructors guide you through potting, pruning, and styling your very own bonsai to take home. Arrive 15 minutes early to pick your tree and pot. Tickets are $85 and include your tree and all materials.
🔗 More Info:
https://bonsaibar.com/products/common-space-brewery
12. Stars, Cars, & Guitars
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Location: Hermosa Beach Library
Address: 550 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Cost: Free
Category: Arts & Culture / Music / Community
A unique community event at the Hermosa Beach Library blending classic cars, live guitar music, and the vibrant local arts scene. Stars, Cars & Guitars is a celebration of South Bay culture and community spirit — come explore the vintage wheels, enjoy live music, and connect with your neighbors in the heart of Hermosa Beach. Check with the library or hbfol.org for updated event times and details.
🔗 More Info:
https://lacountylibrary.org/location/hermosa-beach-library/
