A casual monthly meetup every third Thursday to meet collaborators, share ideas, and fuel creative energy. We’ll gather at Studio One Eleven for great conversation and refreshments, and to build upon the ideas we came up with at the last Design at Dusk to build a strong, supportive, and fun creative community: a designer/creatives speaker […]
Join us for an evening with Upwell Art Lab, an emerging arts organization at AltaSea pioneering the exploration of art, culture, and ocean ecology. As one of the few organizations of its kind in the world, Upwell Art Lab centers the idea that creative practice can play a role in restoring ocean health. Upwell Art Lab is […]
Creative Class Collective invites the community to the Student Exhibition Launch Event 2026, featuring a first look at this year’s student exhibition, live youth performances, an interactive art activation, and opportunities to connect with AAPI community hubs and organizations. The evening will also include a Noisemaker Award recognition for ACT to Change. When: May 30, […]
Experience European calligraphy by candlelight at Olive & Rose. Hosted by Pamela Rose Kossek of Library of Technics, this special evening explores historic lettering techniques using authentic 1911 examples and vintage fountain nibs in a unique outdoor setting. No experience necessary. When: Thursday, June 4, 2026 · 6:00–7:30 PMWhere: Olive & Rose, 255 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA […]
Long Beach Walls, Art Renzei, and Creative Class LB are teaming up on something big for June 8–13, 2026. Planning is underway, details are still to come, and we’re excited to see what’s taking shape. Save the date! Follow Long Beach Walls / Art Renzei to stay updated! DTLB Instagram DTLB LinkedIn DTLB website
Art + Design Walk July 11 | Downtown Long Beach (Mosaic Promenade, Studio One Eleven, ISM Brewing, and Design District sites) 2-7pm Downtown Long Beach's Art + Design Walk returns on Saturday, July 11, from 2–7 PM, transforming Downtown into four walkable creative hubs filled with art, design, live performances, exhibitions, and interactive experiences. This […]
Supporting our friends on Retro Row for the first Annual Long Beach Film Festival, a weekend celebration of independent filmmaking, bringing together audiences, filmmakers, and industry professionals for screenings, conversations, and special events at the Historic Art Theatre. Featuring narrative and documentary features, shorts, filmmaker Q&As, panel discussions, and workshops, the festival highlights emerging voices […]
Discover the art of Japanese craftsmanship with two hands-on workshops at POJ Studio at their Psychic Temple residency in the Design District. The Scene introduces participants to Kintsugi, the centuries-old practice of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold while exploring the history and philosophy behind the craft. Or learn the art of traditional Japanese […]
Join the Art Theatre and the AIA Long Beach South Bay for a screening of the film, "Schindler Space Architect" and conversation with the filmmaker, Valentina Ganeva on Sunday, August 16th at 2pm. Architect R.M. Schindler, transformed the way we see space and laid the foundation for what is now considered the California lifestyle of […]
A casual monthly meetup every third Thursday to meet collaborators, share ideas, and fuel creative energy. We’ll gather for great conversation and refreshments, and to build upon the ideas we came up with at the last Design at Dusk to build a strong, supportive, and fun creative community: a designer/creatives speaker series, hands-on maker workshops […]
Following the IDSA International Design Conference, the Downtown Long Beach Design District will host a special behind-the-scenes tour showcasing how designers, artists, educators, and community partners are building one of Southern California's emerging creative districts. Participants will visit Studio One Eleven, CSULB's Immersive Design Research Lab (IDRL), and Intertrend, with stops at Psychic Temple and […]
Taste of Downtown w/ KCRW Summer Nights Block party August 22 | 2:00–10:00 PM on Pine Ave. Downtown Long Beach's biggest summer block party returns for an afternoon and evening of great food, live music, and community. Start with Taste of Downtown, where local restaurants, breweries, and bars serve up signature bites and drinks, then […]