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Being in the heart of the city makes us the center for all news associated with DTLB, from new business alerts to event information. Visit frequently for updated content. The Downtown Scene E-Newsletter is another great way to stay ‘in-the-know’ about all the latest news, information and events happening in Downtown Long Beach!
Deck the Halls and Savor the Flavors: DTLB Restaurants Open During the Holidays
The biggest holidays of the year are upon us -- and there are plenty of places in Downtown that will be open! Get the scoop on Downtown spots where you and your friends, family and loved ones can keep the festivities going on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New...
Ring in 2025: Downtown Long Beach’s Best NYE Parties!
Downtown Long Beach can boast being one of the best, most bombastic places in the world to celebrate New Year's Eve! Where else can you watch fireworks on the Downtown shoreline—for free, by the way—bursting over an iconic 1000-foot ocean liner while you party before,...
From Tacos to Distilleries: Discover the New Businesses Transforming Downtown
If you haven't already had a chance to meet them, we would like to introduce you to these businesses which opened in Downtown during 2024. Use this list to help plan your Downtown excursions in 2025! You have several brilliant new choices for dining, music, elegant...
From The Nutcracker to Boat Parades: Long Beach’s Holiday Highlights
Downtown Long Beach does the holidays right! Just look at the pretty lights and our amazingly decorated public spaces! Think of the feelings that get evoked when you hear live holiday music performed in a beautiful old building. Downtown, with its unique blend of the...
Festive Decor and Frosty Cocktails: Your Holiday Bar Guide
Looking for a cool Downtown spot for sharing -- and sipping -- some holiday cheer? Many Downtown bars have outdone themselves to light up your December with beautiful decor and inventive holiday cocktail menus. Here are our suggestions for some warm and welcoming...
Dining Out for Thanksgiving? Try These 14 DTLB Spots for a Delicious Meal
Thanksgiving dinner is a lot of things to a lot of people. Sometimes, it's an opportunity to entertain in a fresh setting, or to enjoy everyone's company without worrying about all the cooking. If, for whatever reason, you're looking to celebrate Thanksgiving by...
Meet Sara Payne, The Clean & Safe Team’s New Manager with an Eye for Hospitality
Meet Sara Payne, who has just begun her job as Operations Manager for the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) Clean and Safe Team. She has been spending long hours getting up to speed and keeping her teams focused on the ongoing goal of a clean and safe...
Immerse Yourself in Creativity at DTLB Art Walk July 13
Creativity flourishes in Downtown Long Beach! Experience it for yourself this Saturday, July 13 during the DTLB Art Walk. Roam the different neighborhoods of Downtown and discover the work of...
Your Ultimate Guide to 4th of July in Long Beach: Fireworks, Cruises, and More!
Warm temperatures, cool ocean breezes, and tons of Fourth of July fun are in the forecast for Downtown Long Beach on Thursday! The Queen Mary, so important in our nation's nautical history, will host its own Fourth of July Celebration, where you can dine, drink, and...
Meet the Clean & Safe Team Employees of the Quarter: Enrique & Anisel
The Downtown Long Beach Alliance's (DTLB Alliance) Clean and Safe Team Employees of the Quarter -- Enrique Nandez and Anisel Sanchez -- were recognized for their excellence in front of their teammates and DTLB Alliance staff during a lunch hour meet-up last week at...
Celebrate National Selfie Day with These 8 Iconic Downtown Backdrops
A selfie isn't just a photo; It's a historical document that you were there! With the right background, one selfie says a thousand words about the amazing time you were having, and how cool the place was where you were having it. Downtown has plenty of selfie settings...
Discover World-Class Performing Arts in Downtown Long Beach This Summer
Performing arts shows in L.A. are plentiful during the summer -- but the logistics and expenses for a trip up there can be daunting. Good news: There is a full spectrum of world-class performing arts offerings right here in Downtown Long Beach! Check out the greatness...
Taste of Downtown: Waterfront Edition
Welcome to Taste of Downtown: Waterfront! Like a city street and an ocean view, get ready for a perfect experience with delicious options to choose from. Join us on the Waterfront, right next to Shoreline Village, for a culinary extravaganza that will tantalize your...
DTLB Welcomes Broken Spirits: A 10-Year Dream Realized with Grain-to-Glass Spirits and Texas-Style Comfort Food
Master Distiller Massimiliano Stecca surveyed the crowd at Broken Spirits Distillery that filled the new establishment and gathered on the sidewalk to help celebrate its grand opening. “This is a 10-year passion project,” he said. "It's surreal to see this happening...
Ignite Your Child’s Curiosity: High Tech STEAM Adventures Await at Scholars Collective!
How would you like to get your 4 to 14-year-old child involved this summer with a place where learning never stops -- but neither does the fun? Scholars Collective at 236 E 3rd St., Ste 100C, with its combination of expert staff, old-school activities, and...