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Special Events

There are several family friendly events planned throughout the year. Below is an overview of some of these events broken down by month or view the tabs in the left-hand navigation bar. Dates, times, and costs below are subject to change. Please check the Parks and Recreation Calendar periodically for specific dates and times.

January

May

Older Adults Health Fair
May 17, 2024
8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Joslyn Community Center
1601 North Valley Drive
Celebrating the Health and Wellness of the South Bay Senior Community for 44 Years! There will be several information booths, FREE health screenings, a to-go lunch and door prizes! For more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Family Campout

Family Campout
May 18-19, 2024
Manhattan Heights Parks
1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Fun for the whole family! Outdoor activities, arts and crafts, BBQ dinner, movie under the stars, night time snacks and an early morning pancake breakfast. Pre-registration required. For more information, please visit the Family Campout webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

June

Begg Pool

Begg Pool Kickoff Party
June 15, 2024
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Begg Pool
1402 North Peck Avenue
Kick off the summer with us with water games, swimming and music! This family friendly event is free for everyone of all ages. For more information, feel free to contact Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Juneteenth CEREMONY

Juneteenth Ceremony
June 19, 2024
10:00 AM to11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
Bruce's Beach Park
2600 Highland AvenueJoin us as we honor freedom for African-Americans. For more information, feel free to contact Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Juneteenth CELEBRATION

Juneteenth Celebration and Concert
June 22, 2024
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Cost: FREE
Polliwog Park
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Let's celebrate African-American history at Polliwog Park with live music, delicious food, and local vendors. For more information, feel free to contact Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

The Satin Dollz; Photo Credit - Jonathan Phillips Photography

Salute to the Troops Picnic and Concert
June 30, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Polliwog Park Amphitheater
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
For more information, please visit the Salute to the Troops webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

July

Begg Pool

4th of July Begg Pool Party Celebration

July 4, 2024
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Begg Pool
1402 North Peck Avenue
Cost: $5 per person. For more information, feel free to contact Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park
July 7, 14, 21, 28
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Polliwog Park Amphitheater
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
With elements of soul, funk, beach vibes and more, the Concert in the Park is a must do in the South Bay! For more information, please visit the Concerts in the Park webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

MBO Tennis Tournament

Manhattan Beach Open Tennis Tournament
July 18 - 21, 2024
Live Oak Park Tennis Courts and Mira Costa Tennis Courts
This annual tournament, where the finest tennis open and recreational players in the South Bay compete for bragging rights, cash prizes and more! Pre-registration required. For more information, please visit the Manhattan Beach Open Tennis Tournament webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Shakespeare by the Sea

Shakespeare by the Sea
July 18 & 19, 2024
7:00 P.M.
Polliwog Park
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Cost: Free
For more information, please visit the Shakespeare by the Sea webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

August

Concerts in the Park

Concerts in the Park
August4, 11, 18, 25
Polliwog Park Amphitheater
1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Cost: FREE

For more information, please visit the Concerts in the Park webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

International Surf Festival (ISF)
July 31 - August 4, 2024
Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Torrance
For more information along with the exact dates and times of events, please visit the International Surf Festival website.

Charlie Saikley 6-Man Beach Volleyball Tournament
August 2 and 3, 2024
South side of the Manhattan Beach Pier
Experience the revelry of the legendary Charlie Saikley 6-Man Beach Volleyball Tournament. This iconic event combines a high level of beach volleyball with an exciting flair to it, where amateur players compete with and against the best players on the beach. For more information, please visit the Charlie Saikley 6-Man Beach Volleyball Tournament webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Jr. 6-Man

Jr. 6-Man Beach Volleyball Tournament
August 4, 2024
South side of the Manhattan Beach Pier
Cost: FREE
We're carrying on Saikley's belief in fostering youth involvement in beach volleyball while embracing the culture of the game. For more information, please visit the Jr. 6-Man Beach Volleyball Tournament webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Manhattan Beach Open Beach Volleyball Tournament by AVP
August 16-18, 2024
Times: TBD
Manhattan Beach Pier
South side of the Manhattan Beach Pier
Cost: FREE

October

Halloween Carnival

Family Halloween Carnival
October 26, 2024
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Manhattan Heights Park
1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

For more information or to volunteer for this event, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or email.

Pumpkin Race

World Famous Pumpkin Race
October 20, 2024
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Festival begins at 12:00 PM
Races begin at 2:00 PM
Manhattan Beach Pier (Manhattan Beach Boulevard between Ocean Avenue and the Manhattan Beach Pier)

For more information, please visit the World Famous Pumpkin Race webpage or feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

November

Veterans Day Ceremony
November 11, 2024
11:00 AM
Veterans Parkway
Join us as we honor our all of our veterans. For more information, feel free to contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Pier Lighting
November 20, 2024
5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Downtown Manhattan Beach and Manhattan Beach Pier
Enjoy an evening of holiday music, shopping and dining all at one great location, Downtown Manhattan Beach. For more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

2022 Pickleball Turkey Tournament - mixed double return volley

Pickleball Turkey Tournament
November 29 - December 1, 2024
Come work off the last of those Turkey legs at our 3nd Annual MB Pickleball Turkey Tournament! Never played in a tournament but always wanted to? All skill levels are welcome. Our goals are fun, social, and competitive! Come check it out! Only 1 registration required per team. Limit of 12 teams per skill level. Pool play into a single elimination playoff bracket. All players receive a t-shirt and playoff winners will receive medals.

Ages 9+ • 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM • Res: $60 Nonres: $66

December

Family Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
Saturday, December 7, 2024
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Ages 2+
Manhattan Heights Parks
1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Cost (Pre-registration required): Resident: $60 Nonresident: $65 (up to 3 participants)
Res: $20 Nonres: $22 (additional participants to your group)
Build, decorate and design your very own gingerbread house just in time for the holidays. Let your imagination go and frost your own creation! Workshop includes one gingerbread house, frosting, candy decorations, and breakfast!

Enjoying the holiday has never been easier.

For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Holiday Crafts with Santa
Saturday, December 7, 2024
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cost per person (Pre-registration required): Resident: $10 Nonresident: $11
Manhattan Heights Park Community Center
1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Crafts: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Dinner: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Santa: 6:15 PM to 7:00 PM
Join in the holiday spirit by making handmade crafts and ornaments with the whole family! Enjoy delicious food, special treats, and hot cocoa. Come dressed in your favorite ugly sweater! Santa will be coming by for a holiday visit. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.

Holiday Breakfast and Crafts with Santa
Sunday, December 8, 2024
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cost per person (Pre-registration required): Resident: $10 Nonresident: $11
Manhattan Heights Park Community Center
1600 Manhattan Beach Boulevard
Crafts: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Breakfast: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Santa: 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Join in the holiday spirit by making crafts and ornaments with the whole family! There will also be special craft projects available courtesy of the Cultural Arts Division. Enjoy breakfast, special treats, hot cocoa and coffee. Come dressed to impress as Santa will be coming by for a holiday visit.
For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at (310) 802-5448 or via email.