We don’t normally make it a habit to talk about something so mundane as the weather, but these East Coast like summer conditions of lately are dripping new ratios of clean clothes to sweat volume. It’s sticky outside and inside. Humidity in the South Bay is pretty transient and usually doesn’t arrive until September, so all this water-cooler conversation about heat and air-conditioning is warranted… and likely to stick around. According to swellmagnet, ocean temperatures around South Bay beaches are stuck near 72 degrees, so after taking a nice air-conditioning shower, the next best option from the heat is a dip, wade, paddle, or backstroke upon the nearest Santa Monica Bay beach. And yes, a summer day at the beach is almost as mundane as talking about the weather. Enjoy your weekend! Below are a list of South Bay Events.
Boats docked parallel to Redondo Beach’s International Boardwalk (June 2015).
2015 Summer of Free Music Concerts on the Pier – Saturday, July 25, 2015 – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm For over 20 years, the Redondo Pier Association has sponsored the biggest free summer concert series in the South Bay of Los Angeles. Summer of Music featuring more than 20 bands, returns on Thursday, July 2, 2015 and continues every Thursday and Saturday through Saturday, September 5, 2015. This Saturday live music from Danny Dean and the Rockabilly Rebels perform from 6 to 8pm on the Redondo Pier, bring a chair and or blankets. All pier events are weather permitting and concert schedule is subject to change. more info
Bo Bridges Gallery Event – Limited Edition Release Party: Friday, July 24, 2015 – 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Limited Edition Release party will be held at Bo Bridges Gallery in Manhattan Beach on July 23rd and 24th from 7pm – 10pm. Located at 1110 Manhattan Ave, just south of Manhattan Beach Boulevard. The event is a celebration of the gallery’s two-year anniversary, with new work on view from Bo’s travels around the world. A $10 donation is requested at the door, and proceeds will go to local South Bay schools. Valet and street parking available, please rsvp toinfo@bobridges.com.
El Segundo Brewing Co. Day One Bottle Release of Grand Hill IPA El Segundo Brewing Co. is making fresh, same day bottle releases a habit now as they will wake-up early in the morning Friday July 24th to bottle their latest summer IPA called Grand Hill. They only brew this style of IPA once a year as it’s supposed to be a lighter more drinkable IPA for summer swilling that still manages to be hop-centric. A Day One bottle release lets ESBC put its freshest beer to market and also makes for some savvy marketing. Grand Hill IPA will be available on draft and in bottles this Friday with a large amount of coordinated sales didstribution moving product to bottles shops all over Southern California. more info
Summer Movies at Seaside Lagoon: Friday, July 24, 2015 – 8:15 PM This summer the King Harbor Association sponsors a new event: Summer Movies at Seaside Lagoon. The new summer movie series runs select Friday nights through July & August and starts at 8:15 pm. The event is free to attend and open to the public. This Friday July 24th the lagoon features classic Steven Spielberg cinema with “ET” (PG). Bring your own blanket and low-back beach chairs. Food will be available for purchase at Ruby’s Diner via their take-out window. Parking validation available for the event. more info
With the Beatles: A Live Tribute Concert: Friday, July 24, 2015 – 9:00pm – close A live tribute to the Beatles, join Alpine Village for a night of your favorite tunes from the Fab 4. Doors open at 6pm and show starts at 9pm. Show takes place at Alpine Restaurant with fully stocked bar (20 European & Craft beers on tap). Alpine Village is located at 833 W Torrance Blvd in Torrance. more info
Family Sandcastle Building Day: Saturday, July 25th 2015 – 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Relive your favorite memories and create new ones during CMA’s Family Sandcastle Building Day. All you need to bring is your best sandcastle building tools, a little shovel and bucket, and your castle creativity to this fun beach event. The sand on Cabrillo Beach will be thoroughly wet down to prepare for sand construction; the rest is up to you! All castle styles are welcome: moats, draw bridges, spires, windows, turrets, let your imagination run wild, but most importantly, have a great time at the beach with family and loved ones. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is located at 3720 Stephen M White Dr. in San Pedro. www.cabrillomarineaquarium.org
Too Rude at Saint Rocke: Saturday, July 25, 2015 – 7:00 PM – Close Local punk rock / reggae bands Too Rude & Special C along with others break it down Saturday night at Saint Rocke starting around 7pm. Originally from the South Bay, birthplace of such bands as Black Flag, Decendents, and Pennywise, Too Rude’s founding members Dogboy and Lazy Dread rank legendary status as one of Hermosa Beaches first punk rockers to play Reggae music. Named after the two bean & cheese burrito combo at El Burrito Jr., local band Special C will be on hand delivering some tasty punk rock bites and riffs. Saint Rocke is located at 142 Pacific Coast Hwy in Hermosa Beach. tickets
Manhattan Beach Concerts in the Park: Sunday, July 26, 2015 – 5:00 – 7:00 PM This Sunday “South Bay Country Band ” (Country Music) perform live at Polliwog Park(1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd Manhattan Beach from 5pm to 7pm. Started by local Mike Grady, the South Bay Country Band aims to bring live country music to the South Bay communities. They play a mix of old and new country, including songs by artists such as Johnny Cash, Miranda Lambert, and Janis Joplin, showcasing the evolution of this musical genre. Visit our official South Bay Summer Concert page to find out about other free concerts happening in the beach cities.