The 13th annual Manhattan Beach Arts Festival takes place on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Unique workshops give children and adults a chance at making their own hands-on creations from surfboard painting to metal crafting, portrait drawing and puppet making. The free participatory cultural event for all ages features art making workshops, performances, live music, storytelling and a wide variety of international foods. Featuring almost two dozen artists and performers, the festival offers a unique array of activities this year. All events take place on Manhattan Beach Boulevard between Valley Drive and Highland Avenue which will be closed to traffic. Animals and bicycles are not permitted in this area during the event.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!
The Arts Festival is still looking for volunteers and we invite you to come and be a part of this fun-filled family event. You will get a chance to work with artists and participants and make a great contribution in creating the 13th Annual Arts Festival. Have an experience you will never forget and be part of the fun! You will also receive a free commemorative T-shirt to wear at the event. If you or your organization is interested in volunteering for this event, please contact Eve Kelso at (310) 802-5407 or via email or download a Volunteer Application (PDF) / Volunteer Application (Word). The volunteer application can be fax (310) 802-5401, mailed or dropped off to the City of Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation Department, 1400 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.