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22 Can’t-Miss Summer Festivals in Downtown Long Beach
A sparkling skyline, a long stretch of beach, happy crowds, boats of all shapes and sizes, tasty eateries and drinkeries close by; Is there a better place to enjoy a summer festival? Downtown has a truly amazing lineup of them, starting this month and running all the...
Long Beach Pride Parade After Party: Gateway to Pride Brings the Energy Downtown
The pretty plaza at 777 E Ocean Blvd. is part skyscraper canyon, part urban oasis, and all the way a vibe during Gateway to Pride! Conveniently located at the end of the Pride Parade route at Alamitos and Ocean, this event is the perfect opportunity to turn up your...
Glowing Trees? Inside the ‘Long Beach Lights’ Art Taking Over The Promenade
Long Beach Lights, an incandescent oasis of public art on The Promenade between Broadway and 1st Street, was formally unveiled in a sunset ribbon-cutting ceremony during the DTLB Art + Design Walk on Saturday, April 11. This vibrant new activation is the result of a...
Long Beach’s Next Big Businesses? Meet the PitchFest 2026 Winners
The Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Alliance, in partnership with the Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship at CSULB, recently presented grants to the winners of the 10th anniversary edition of PitchFest, a contest between entrepreneurs seeking to bring their...
DTLB Alliance Awards $10,000 to Entrepreneurs at Annual PitchFest
PitchFest is the culmination of the Alliance’s 7-week Education Series for Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses, where participants develop business strategies, financial models and pitch presentations before presenting to a panel of Long Beach business and community leaders.
DTLB Honors Top Clean & Safe Team Employees After Major Conference Success
Downtown's Clean and Safe Teams gathered for a luncheon in late March to honor their Employees of the Quarter, Kevyn Brooks and Ricardo Montes. The Teams also received a collective pat on the back for their efforts getting DTLB ready for the International Downtown...
DTLB Art + Design Walk Takes Over Downtown for Earth Month on April 11
DTLB Art + Design Walk returns Saturday, April 11, inviting the community to experience an afternoon of art, design, and cultural connection inspired by themes of renewal, sustainability, and environment in recognition of Earth Month.
Why Everyone’s Talking About DTLB Live! in Long Beach Right Now
On Saturday afternoon, March 21, the spirit of St. Patrick's Day lingered on The Promenade, kept alive by the third monthly installment of DTLB Live! From the green beer and cucumber margaritas served outside in the EZ Sip Zone to the sounds of Irish band The Bell...
Grand Prix Weekend in Long Beach: A Local’s Guide to Food, Drinks, and Fun Near the Track
The electrifying Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach rolls into Downtown Long Beach for its 51st Anniversary edition Friday, April 17, through Sunday, April 19! All race fans, visitors, and locals are invited to make the most of Grand Prix weekend by discovering all...
From Classroom to Capital: Long Beach Entrepreneurs to Take the Stage at PitchFest Finale
Entrepreneurs, innovators, and community leaders will gather in Downtown Long Beach for PitchFest.
“Long Beach Lights” to Illuminate Downtown with New Public Art Installation
Downtown Long Beach will shine in a bold new way with the unveiling of “Long Beach Lights,” an innovative lighting installation designed by People’s Architecture Office and Jennifer Tran Studio.
DTLB Art + Design Walk Celebrates Black History Month & Valentine’s Day on Saturday, Feb. 14
The Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Art + Design Walk returns Saturday, Feb. 14, as part of its ongoing quarterly series, transforming Downtown Long Beach into a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community.
Free Small Business Education Series Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering Long Beach Entrepreneurs
The Education Series: For Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses will celebrate its landmark 10th year of empowering the local business community.
Meet the Clean & Safe Team Employees of the Quarter: Quiara Grey and Javier Luteman
In a celebration of team spirit and dedication, the Downtown Long Beach Alliance's (DTLB Alliance) Clean and Safe Team gathered for a holiday-themed awards luncheon in mid-December at the Yard House to honor Employees of the Quarter, Quiara Grey and Javier Luteman. ...
Downtown Long Beach Alliance Launches DTLB Live! Monthly Event Series on the Promenade
The DTLB Alliance is launching DTLB Live!, a new recurring monthly event series bringing live music, craft vendors, and family-friendly activities to the Promenade every third Saturday.