It’s the middle of another South Bay summer brought to you by an upwell of free events as there seems to be an increase of free activities happening around the beach cities during these warmer months. There has always been a strong roster of free concerts put together by the surrounding municipalities June through Labor Day Weekend and last summer the Hermosa Beach Concerts were headlined by a marketing genius (with unofficial ties to a pirate’s life) when Jimmy Buffet kicked off Discovery’s Shark Week south of Hermosa Beach Pier.
Summer feels like a grand time for fee event anyways, school is out and there’s an air of less responsibility blowing around, the days are longer & warmer and relaxation becomes more of an objective. Free Zumba lessons, free movies at Seaside Lagoon, free yoga, Malaga Cove Art on the Lawn, El Segundo Art Walk, every year summer around the South Bay seems less expensive.
Below are a list of South Bay Events happening this weekend.
Photo: Redondo Beach near the Topaz jetty
Stone Brewing Tap Takeover: Friday, July 17, 2015 – 5:00pm – 8:00pm Stone Brewing is one of the heaviest hitters in the Craft Beer scene, and they’re bringing six of their most unique brews to Alpine Village. Including: 1. Imperial Mutt Brown Ale 2. Bourbon Barrel Aged Arrogant Bastard 3. Stochasticity HiFi+LoFi Mixtape 4. Go To IPA 5. Ruination DIPA 6. Saison. It’s Friday, so get the weekend started right with a great brew, or two… or a few, admission is free. Alpine Village is located at 833 W. Torrance Blvd in Torrance. more info
Summer Surf Movie Series: Shark Tale: Friday, July 17, 2015 – 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Nikau Kai Waterman Shop’s popular Summer Surf Movie Series is back again for year number two with the partnership of the City of Manhattan Beach. “Shark Tale,” the Dreamworks Animation classic, will be screened for free on Friday, July 17, 2015 in the outdoor courtyard behind the Manhattan Beach Public Library, adjacent city hall. The event begins at 6:00 PM and includes on-site food, beverage vendors and activities for kids. Music and a raffle will take place before the feature film. Manhattan Beach Library is located at 1320 Highland Avenue in Manhattan Beach.
2015 Summer of Free Music Concerts on the Pier Feat. “562nd Air Force Band Jazz Ensemble: Saturday, July 18, 2015 – 6:00 – 8:00 pm The Redondo Pier Association is pleased to announce the return of the 562nd Air Force Band “Patriots in Blue” Jazz Ensemble to Redondo Beach Pier! The exciting rhythms and energy of jazz in all of its forms are the repertoire of this 20-member group. From swing to contemporary pop, “Patriots in Blue” makes the sounds of yesterday and today come alive when they perform. Blankets or low-backed beach chairs are encouraged. A variety of food and beverages are available for take-out to enjoy during the concerts at over 30 restaurants on the Redondo Beach Pier, International Boardwalk and Redondo Beach Marina. more info
Boots, Buckle & BBQ: Saturday, July 18, 2015 – 5:00 – 10:00 PM Please join us for a fun filled Western Themed evening as Switzer Learning Center presents Boots, Buckles & BBQ 2015 on Saturday, July 18, 2015 from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at the scenic, members-only Empty Saddle Club. Enjoy a drink at the open bars, savor delicious BBQ tri-tip, chicken and more prepared on site by Santa Maria BBQ, and dance to the live country sounds of Brian Lynn Jones and the misfit Cowboys. more info
22nd Annual Smackfest: Saturday, July 18, 2015 – 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM Smackfest started in 1994 at 15th St in Manhattan Beach with only 50 participants … and has grown into the Largest Coed 4’s Tournament in the world. It’s a perfect mix of volleyball, sand, sun, fun, and friends which truly embodies the So Cal lifestyle. Besides great volleyball action, we will once again have the Red Bull DJ, sponsor village with tons of great deals and freebies, as well as the Sharkeez/FIN fashion show. NEW this year will be a live concert towards the end of the day, as well as $5000 money/prizes for the Pro Division, which will feature some of the best players in the world. more info
Art on the Lawn at Malaga Cove Plaza Returns Spend an afternoon viewing local paintings, sculpture, and jewelry, and talk with the artists who made them on the lawn at Malaga Cove Plaza this Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. When you find that perfect painting, photograph, ceramic vase or piece of jewelry, you can purchase it with confidence knowing that it is a unique expression of an artist’s vision. Approximately 35 artists affiliated with the Palos Verdes Art Center will show and sell their ceramics, jewelry and acrylic, oil and watercolor paintings. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind original. Malaga Cove Plaza is on Palos Verdes Drive West between Via Corta and Via Chico in Palos Verdes Estates. more info
Manhattan Beach Concerts in the Park: Sunday, July 19, 2015 – 5:00 – 7:00 PM Manhattan Beach concerts in the park run from the first Sunday in July through Labor Day weekend live at Polliwog Park. In the past they have featured such artists as the Doo-Wah Riders and Fantastic Diamond, as well as a host of other talented musicians. These performances are open seating and free to the public. This Sunday “Blue Breeze Band ” (Funk, Jazz, and Blues) perform live at Polliwog Park(1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd Manhattan Beach from 5pm to 7pm. Visit our official South Bay Summer Concert page to find out about other free concerts happening in the beach cities. more info
Country Brews & BBQ w/ Tenn West and Cary Park: Sunday, July 19, 2015 – 7:30 PM Join Saint Rocke for a Sunday in the country! Country Brews And BBQ this Sunday, July 19 at 7PM. Live music by Tenn West and Cary Park. Tenn West is an Americana alternative country band that blends harmonies from your favorite hits to their own originals. Cary Park was featured in the July 2008 issue of Guitar World as one of the “50 Fastest Guitarist of All Time”, has been featured in Guitar Payer Magazine, and has written articles for Fender Frontline. A BBQ menu will be available as well as craft beer flights. Saint Rocke is located at 142 Pacific Coast Hwy in Hermosa Beach. tickets