Saturday, December 21
A walk to welcome Winter. We’ll walk to the Lagoon to honor Winter Solstice and be led in mindfullness and reflection by Meghan Pinyan (Pinyan Pine Forest Bathing)
Saturday, December 14
A tour of Bay Shore Community Church by community organizer Justin Rudd.
The 2nd largest Holiday Parade in Southern California. The 40th Annual Belmont Shore Christmas Parade returns. Presented by the Belmont Shore Business Association. Honoring parade founder John Morris as our Grand Marshal, with special guest TV Announcer Bob Goen.
Saturday, December 7
A nice long walk to Visionary Artware. For more than 15 years, one of Southern California's premier gift boutiques and mosaic studios - in the bright yellow bungalow. You HAVE to see the bathroom!
November 30th - Todd’s Trees
Let’s kick off the holiday season by visiting our locally cherished Tree Lot - Todd’s … since 1959!!!
Shop the Shore Campaign
Explore Belmont Shore this holiday season and join our Shop the Shore Campaign for your chance to win exciting prizes! 🌟 Visit participating businesses, scan their unique QR codes, and be entered into weekly prize drawings. The more businesses you visit, the better your chances to win! Complete the list to be entered into the Grand Prize Drawing, with a prize valued at over $500! 🎉
Saturday, November 23,
Meet Friends of the Lagoon. Bring your binoculars!! We’ll learn about the wildlife as well as past and present lagoon projects.
November 2nd - Lido Lane Walk
You’ve walked the canals, but have you explored the outer rim of Naples? We’ll stop at Treasure Island as well.
November 9th - Lagoon Loop
We’ll walk the newly completed Colorado Lagoon loop. The pedestrian path will open on November 8th.
Belmont Shore Micro Gallery Art Walk
Date: Friday, November 8th
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Belmont Shore, Long Beach
November 2nd - Green Belt Walk
On this last day before we set our clocks back, we’ll walk to the Green Belt with a stop by Eliot Lane and Ma N’ Pas. Bring some $ so you can grab Long Beachs BEST breakfast Burrito.
Oct. 31, 2024 - 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Come to the Shore from 4pm-6pm on October 31st for a frightening good time!
Trick or Treating on 2nd Street is a long-standing tradition. Halloween just isn’t the same without it.
Look for our JACK-O-LANTERN SIGNs in the windows for participating businesses that will be handing out treats.
Stop by Chase Bank and strike a pose in front of our photo op provided by Crafted by JM, and enter our Instagram Photo Contest! It all happens between 4-6pm. (see contest info below)
PLUS don’t forget to grab some dinner from our diverse selection of eateries before heading home to stroll your neighborhood.
Instagram Photo Contest:
1. Post a photo taken at our event of your costume on Instagram by midnight on October 31st.
2. Tag @belmontshorelb to enter
3. You must be following our page
4. Photos will be shared to our stories where the public will vote.
Trick-or-treating at each storefront will last for as long as each business is able to participate. (Based on closing times and availability.)
23rd annual Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade is Sun., Oct. 27, 2024
HAUTE DOG HOWL'OWEEN PARADE on Sun., Oct. 27, 2:30 PM, is set to include more than 450 costumed dogs and a few thousand dogless gawkers. It's $10/dog/advance to enter the parade. Win prizes from Redbarn!
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., 20th annual. 5200 E. Second Street. Justin Rudd and his nonprofit Community Action Team host about 50 adult artists who use the sidewalks of trendy Second Street to work on their large paper canvases.
October 26th - Turkish Ice Cream!!
A special stop at Galata Turkish Ice Cream and Desserts. We’ll start with a good recreational neighborhood walk and end with special treats!!!
Join us on 10/23/24 for an evening of fun with the Long Beach Police Department and Special Olympics Southern California athletes as they will be your servers for the evening!
Come enjoy food, drinks and a raffle at these participating Belmont Shore restaurants: George the Greek, Open Sesame, Legends and Rances.
BLESS THE PETS, Sun., Oct.20, 2024, 5:45 PM, at 1 Granada Ave., Belmont Shore in Long Beach, 90803, next to Rosie's Dog Beach, on the concrete boat launch ramp overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The Interfaith Blessing of the Animals is FREE and presented by Haute Dogs and Justin Rudd.
Seniors, families, singles, and children, were encouraged to bring their dogs, cats, birds, lizards, rabbits, pot-bellied pigs, fish, tortoises and turtles and other well-behaved pets.
Saturday, October 19th
Touring the peninsula shore. We’ll walk both boardwalks and make some stops along the way.
October 12th - Spooky Walk
We’ll explore the neighborhood visiting some epeic Halloween Displays including a private tour of Candified!
October 5th - Visit Sheldrake’s Coffee Roaster
Neighborhood walk with a visit to Sheldrake’s Coffee Roaster to meet Mike Sheldrake and be served a steeping hot cup of rich Belmont Shore History.
September 28 - Beach / Forrest Walk
We’ll walk to the grassy area on the west end of Mother’s Beach and take a “Forrest Bath” led by Meghan Pinyan. She’ll lead us on a guided sensory experience to deepen our connection to ourselves and the natural world. These slow and gentle walks begin with an embodiment exercise to awaken the senses, followed by carefully crafted invitations to explore our unique relationship with the earth.
Join us for our March General Member Meeting
Tuesday, September 24th, at Legends (upstairs)
11:30am - Lunch served. Mix and mingle.
12:00pm - Round the Room introductions
12:10pm - Board Reports
12:25pm - Director Report
12:35pm - Special Guests
•Councilwoman Kristina Duggan
•City Prosecutor Doug Haubert
1:00pm - Meeting adjourns
Meet local writers and publishers, enjoy poetry readings, and attend engaging panel discussions. Don't miss out on live music throughout the day! Discover new books and support our local literary community.
Saturday, September 21st
Photo walk, led by Travis of @happilybeardedafter - get pro tips on capturing our beautiful community.
September 14 - Human Aeon
Just up the hill discreetly in plain site is a wellness sanctuary and holistic spa. We’ll be treated to a private tour!
One of the largest car shows on the west coast!
14 Blocks • Classic Cars • Street Fair • Vendors • Shops • Free to Spectators
September 7 - Primal Alchemy
September 7 - Primal Alchemy
At the base of the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier is an unassuming business front but there is much more going on than you know. Walk to 39th place and discover what exactly happens at Primal Alchemy.
August 31 - Explore Horny Corner
Horny Corner! Where exactly is it, why is called Horny Corner? Plus check out all that historic corner has to offer and details on Labor Day Big Bang on the Bay.
August 24 - Meet Captain Charles Moore, a true Long Beach legend.
Join Tour the Shore, our weekly group tour suitable for all levels and abilities. Whether you prefer walking, skating, or wheeling, everyone is welcome! We gather every Saturday morning at 7:30am at 2nd & Laverne to embark on a 2-3 mile loop, exploring a different point of interest each week. Bring the whole family, including your furry friends, and come with your enthusiasm! Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts on coffee and food at Chapter II Coffee for all participants. See you there!
