5 things to do in Long Beach, CA — Friday, August 28, 2026

Picked each day from verified Long Beach-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.

This story was assembled using AI and public data sources.

  1. Summer Concerts in the Garden

    Community at Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, starting 10:30 a.m.

    The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at Cal State Long Beach will host weekly concerts in the Garden this summer, featuring a diverse lineup of musical

    Details from the organizer
  2. Fourth Fridays on Retro Row

    Community at Retro Row - 4th Street, starting 11 a.m.

    Fourth Friday on Retro Row features:Local artist pop-ups⁠Live entertainment⁠Shops open late⁠Fourth Fridays food, service, and shop specials⁠& more!⁠Come

    Details from the organizer
  3. A Great Night in Hip-Hop: Nas & The Roots with De La Soul

    Community at Long Beach Amphitheater, starting 1 p.m.

    A Great Night in Hip-HopNas & The Roots with special guest De La SoulGeneral public tickets on sale March 13.

    Details from the organizer
  4. Men’s In-Person & Zoom Bible Study

    Community at Long Beach Alliance Church, starting 4 a.m.

    In-Person will be in Room 106Contact Bill Michel, 714.390.7076, for Zoom link information.

    Details from the organizer
  5. NA In-Person Meeting

    Community at Long Beach Alliance Church, starting 12 p.m.

    Additional Set up/Tear Down: 7PM/10:30PM Rm 102 and Kitchen used (may use Gym or Back patio if group is large) Contact: Maryjean Cazeau 714.366.3887 Yvonne Turco 562.230.0574

    Details from the organizer