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A Downtown for All
Now and always, Downtown is made better by the sum of our parts. The Downtown Long Beach Alliance proudly paves the way for a united, inclusive community that draws strength from diversity, welcomes everyone, and uplifts all.
Visit DTLB
Like petting a shark and festivals after dark. Like swan boats and IndyCars. Like bar crawls and art walks. Welcome to Downtown, where the Opposite of Ordinary lives.
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DTLB News & Happenings
Downtown Scene is distributed every two weeks to subscribers and covers all DTLB has to offer. From deals and specials to concerts, events and more! Check out our most recent stories below. Subscribe today here!
DLBA to Release New Micro Grant Application Process for Community Events in Downtown
In an effort to attract and support the creation of more live events in Downtown Long Beach, DLBA has implemented an easier and more transparent application process for its Community Event Microgrants. Ranging from $250 to $1000, these grants are for individuals,...
Historic Downtown Church Receives Governor’s Preservation Award
The First Congregational Church of Long Beach, that imposing brick building at the corner of Third Street and Cedar Avenue in Downtown, has been a beacon for the community since it was built in 1914 and hailed as the first of its kind west of the Mississippi. The...
Art, Plants, and Music Converge at Vida Plant Shop
If it's true that plants benefit from good vibes, then the greenery at 324 Elm Avenue in Downtown's East Village is super healthy. Vida Plant Shop, which opened on North Pine Avenue during the pandemic, is now sharing space at its new address on Elm with The Record...
Invest In DTLB
We don’t have to sell you on location. Business does more than move through Long Beach; it stays here and plays a vital role in defining the region’s present and future growth. Now is the time to be a part of a scene that’s much more than just a spectacular view.
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Getting Around
California’s sixth-largest city is one of its most accessible. Downtown is designed with all modes of transportation in mind – we’re a walker’s paradise just as much as we’re a public transportation leader.
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Streets That Mean More
Public Realm promotes a safe, vibrant and beautiful Downtown by developing and supporting programs and policies that foster a transit-, pedestrian-, and bicycle-friendly environment.
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Happening Now
If you blink, you’ll miss it. So make sure to follow us on Instagram @DTLBAlliance to keep up with the never-ending progress of Downtown Long Beach.