EVENTS ON THE LA WATERFRONT

Over 100 family-friendly events take place on the LA Waterfront each year, from small community gatherings to large scale multi-day events, there is something for everyone on the LA Waterfront.  Most events are free, family friendly and open to the public. The Port of Los Angeles' LA Waterfront signature events such as Lunar New Year, LA Fleet Week and Cars & Stripes Forever! are popular annual traditions for locals and visitors alike.  Check our events calendar to see what is coming up next! 

2026 UPCOMING EVENTS

LA FLEET WEEK

LA FLEET WEEK

This Memorial Day Weekend join the Port of LA to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary and the 10th Annual LA Fleet Week!
LA FLEET WEEK WELCOME PARTY

LA FLEET WEEK WELCOME PARTY

Live Music, Beer & Wine Garden, Food Trucks, and More in Downtown San Pedro!
CARS & STRIPES FOREVER! 2026

CARS & STRIPES FOREVER! 2026

Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary at Cars & Stripes Forever! the annual celebration featuring classic cars, fireworks, performances, food trucks & beer garden, and more!
CURRENTS

CURRENTS

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
LA ZOO QUEST

LA ZOO QUEST

From the creators of the nation-wide hit Locked Zoo, the L.A. Zoo is proud to present Zoo Quest: Amazing Apes! 
CHANNEL ISLANDS ADVENTURES

CHANNEL ISLANDS ADVENTURES

Join the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium on one of their Channel Islands Adventures: May 31, and more!
ITALY RUNLA 5K

ITALY RUNLA 5K

Calling all Italians, Italian-Americans, 5K enthusiasts, and lovers of all things Italy—this is your invitation to be part of the Italy RunLA 5K on May 31, 2026!
BOOK LOVERS WEEKEND

BOOK LOVERS WEEKEND

Kids story time, book swap, creative workshops, local authors & signings!
FATHER'S DAY SAIL

FATHER'S DAY SAIL

Treat the dads in your life with a unique experience – sail around the San Pedro harbor and watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship! 
JOHN OLGUIN FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

JOHN OLGUIN FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR

Join the Cabrillo Beach Boosters for a once-in-a-generation celebration — the 76th Annual John Olguin Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza!
LA WORLD CUP 26 FAN ZONE

LA WORLD CUP 26 FAN ZONE

Join the fun at the Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone at West Harbor!
SAN PEDRO PRIDE

SAN PEDRO PRIDE

 Pride 2026 is officially here, and they're taking over AltaSea for their biggest year yet!
SPRING LECTURE SERIES

SPRING LECTURE SERIES

The Discover Lecture Series at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium continues this Spring 2026!
GRAND VISION EVENTS

GRAND VISION EVENTS

Check out the upcoming events at the Grand Annex Music Hall!
SAN PEDRO FARMERS MARKET

SAN PEDRO FARMERS MARKET

The San Pedro Certified Farmers Market is every Friday from 10 am to 2 pm. 

BELMONT SHORE RAILROAD

BELMONT SHORE RAILROAD

Come by to see the huge N-Scale layout, model railroad museum, and original N-Trak modules. Open Saturdays from 12pm to 4pm and Tuesdays from 7pm to 9 pm.

VOLUNTEER WITH PVPLC

VOLUNTEER WITH PVPLC

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy invites you out in nautre to volunteer on one of their many volunteer days!

2026 PAST EVENTS

MOTHER'S DAY SAIL

MOTHER'S DAY SAIL

Join LAMI on Mother’s Day to sail the San Pedro Bay and watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship.
FREE HARBOR BOAT TOURS

FREE HARBOR BOAT TOURS

Join the Port of Los Angeles on a free boat tour of Los Angeles Harbor for the 100th Anniversary of World Trade Week on Saturday, May 9, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA

Join in the fun at the San Pedro Waterfront for a dockside Happy Hour celebration and fundraiser with the Arts District and Los Angeles Maritime Institute!
LOTERIA FEST

LOTERIA FEST

Wilmington Art Walk presents Loteria Fest! Music, vendors, culture, Loteria competition, prizes and more!
MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD

MONTH OF THE MILITARY CHILD

In celebration of Month of the Military Child in April, the Battleship Iowa is offering discounted tickets!
DAY OF KITES AND ROCKETS

DAY OF KITES AND ROCKETS

Join in on this day of fun at the Korean Friendship Bell!
CURRENTS

CURRENTS

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
EARTH DAY

EARTH DAY

Celebrate Earth Day on Sunday, April 19 from 10 am -2 pm at Wilmington Waterfront Promenade! Live performances, bird show, snacks, arts& crafts, and more!
CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM GRAND OPENING

CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM GRAND OPENING

Celebrate Earth Day with a Grand Opening of CMA's renovated Exhibit Hall and new Collections Room. Activities will include a beach cleanup, films, tours, puppet shows, food trucks, and more.
AUTISM AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK

AUTISM AWARENESS 5K RUN/WALK

Celebrate Autism Awareness Month with Assemblymember Mike Gipson and the community at the Seventh Annual Wilmington Autism Awareness 5K Run/Walk. 
CURRENTS: MARCH 26

CURRENTS: MARCH 26

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
MEET THE GRUNION

MEET THE GRUNION

Watch the captivating grunion come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and biology of this curious fish.
WOMEN'S HISTORY CELEBRATION

WOMEN'S HISTORY CELEBRATION

March is National Women’s History Month, and the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce will be honoring women who have made significant contributions to our community on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
NATURE AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

NATURE AND LEARNING ACTIVITIES

Join Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy for opportunities to immerse in and learn about nature.

CURRENTS: MARCH 5

CURRENTS: MARCH 5

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
LA PULGA

LA PULGA

Come to La Pulga at the Heart of the Harbor Community Farm for some food, music, local & handmade goods, and art!
SPRING AWAKENING SAIL

SPRING AWAKENING SAIL

Enjoy the sunset and views of the harbor from the deck of a tall ship as you sit back and relax or become part of the crew – your choice!
MOULIN ROUGE

MOULIN ROUGE

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2026 Wisteria Regale, the Friends of Banning Museum’s annual fundraising event.
BLOOD DRIVE

BLOOD DRIVE

American Red Cross is hosting a Blood Drive is happening at Crafted at the Port of LA.
 
PAINT & SIP AT WAREHOUSE 9

PAINT & SIP AT WAREHOUSE 9

Join Crafted and Warehouse 9 for a San Pedro-themed Paint & Sip. Students will paint the Angels Gate Lighthouse and sunset design while enjoying beverages from the Wareshoue 9 Taproom.
GAELIC & GARLIC

GAELIC & GARLIC

Come Show your Irish-Italian Heritage or your love for anything Irish-Italian at our first ever Gaelic and Garlic Party!
K9 VETERANS DAY

K9 VETERANS DAY

The Battleship Iowa will be hosting some incredible canines on Battleship IOWA’s fantail this March 14th as they celebrate K9 Veterans Day
WATERFRONT WELLNESS

WATERFRONT WELLNESS

Join the YMCA for Waterfront Wellness at Wilmington Waterfront Promenade various dates from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE: ABC SOLAR INC.

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE: ABC SOLAR INC.

The Palos Verdes Landslide: Who Turned the Power Back On!? What happens when the grid goes down—and communities need power now?
BAJA ADVENTURE

BAJA ADVENTURE

Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for a trip that truly is the journey of a lifetime March 6 - 14, 2026. 
L.A. VATION - THE MUSIC OF U2

L.A. VATION - THE MUSIC OF U2

L.A.vation astonishes with hit after hit from each of U2’s blockbuster albums. Dance along to songs like “New Year’s Day,” “With Or Without You,” “Beautiful Day,” “One” and “Vertigo.”
LA HARBOR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

LA HARBOR INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

The Annual LA Harbor Film Festival is this weekend, March 5-8!
HARBOR CUP

HARBOR CUP

The Port of Los Angeles is proud to sponsor the 2026 Port of Los Angeles Harbor Cup in partnership with Cal Poly Maritime University and Los Angeles Yacht Club.
CURRENTS: FEBRUARY 4

CURRENTS: FEBRUARY 4

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Celebrate Black History Month, Saturday February 28 at Crafted. Explore crafters, food & treats, live music, and activities & raffles!
LUNAR NEW YEAR

LUNAR NEW YEAR

Save the date for Lunar New Year, the year of the Fire Horse! Live cultural entertainment, arts & crafts, petting zoo drone show and firecracker show (weather permitting)!
WAREHOUSE 9 VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

WAREHOUSE 9 VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Join Warehouse 9 for their Hoppy Valentine's Dinner featuring Primal Alchemy catering the event!
CURRENTS: DECEMBER 4

CURRENTS: DECEMBER 4

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
BIRDS AND BEES UNDER THE SEAS

BIRDS AND BEES UNDER THE SEAS

Celebrate Valentine's Day at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium with dinner and a behind-the-scenes look at how sea creatures meet, mate and raise their young.
STORY TIME AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM

STORY TIME AT THE MARITIME MUSEUM

Join the LA Public Library in the Navy Hall for an hour of stories and crafts at the LA Maritime Museum!
WAREHOUSE 9 GRAND OPENING

WAREHOUSE 9 GRAND OPENING

Celebrate Warehouse 9's GRAND OPENING on February 1 from 11am - 6pm!
WHALE FIESTA

WHALE FIESTA

Join the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for tons of fun as we celebrate the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whale watch season! 
ANNUAL BUSINESS EXPO

ANNUAL BUSINESS EXPO

Join the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce at Warehouse 9 for their Annual Business Expo and Networking Mixer!
BANNING HIGH 100TH ANNIVERSARY

BANNING HIGH 100TH ANNIVERSARY

Celebrate Phineas Banning High School's 100th Anniversary! 
ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE

Join AltaSea on January 31 for an exciting open house event called ReUp Our Ocean, a campaign tunring plastic waste into surfboard fins!
STATE OF THE PORT

STATE OF THE PORT

Get your tickets now for the State of the Port on Thursday, January 22! New location: Lands End at the AltaSea campus.
MLK JR. DAY OF SERVICE

MLK JR. DAY OF SERVICE

Join Palos Verdes Land Conservancy for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at the White Point Nature Preserve!
WAREHOUSE 9 SOFT OPENING

WAREHOUSE 9 SOFT OPENING

Join Warehouse 9 this weekend for their soft opening!
 
ZOO LIGHTS

ZOO LIGHTS

Immerse yourself in a dazzling world of lantern sculptures, lights, & interactive displays.
DIA DE REYES CELEBRATION

DIA DE REYES CELEBRATION

Celebrate Dia De Reyes at the Wilmington Waterfront Promenade!
NEW YEARS EVE IN LA

NEW YEARS EVE IN LA

Join Gloria Molina Grand Park's New Year's Eve LA Countdown to 2026!

2025 PAST EVENTS

John Van Hammersveld seagul mural section

SENSORY SENSITIVE SATURDAYS: JUNE - SEPT.

The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium presents Sensory Sensitive Saturdays 2025, a comfortable and accommodating experience. 

HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET

HOLIDAY MAKERS MARKET

Join Discover San Pedro for their 3rd Annual 7th Street Holiday Makers Market!
SANTA AT CRAFTED

SANTA AT CRAFTED

Get your Holiday shopping done at Crafted and take photos with Santa!
HANUKKAH CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS

HANUKKAH CELEBRATION OF LIGHTS

Join Temple Beth El in their Hanukkah celebration on December 19!
CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

CHANUKAH CELEBRATION

Join the San Pedro Jewish Center for their Chanukah Celebration featuring the Grand Menorah Lighting, Music, Activities for kids, Entertainment and more!
A CHRISTMAS CAROL

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

The San Pedro Waterfront Arts District is excited to again present a staged reading of Sir Patrick Stewart’s adaptation of A Christmas Carol! 
HEAVY METAL TOYS FOR TOTS

HEAVY METAL TOYS FOR TOTS

Heavy Metal Toys for Tots OzzyMania tribute to Ozzy Osbourne & Black Sabbath!
CHRISTMAS CHEER FOOD & TOY DRIVE

CHRISTMAS CHEER FOOD & TOY DRIVE

Christmas Cheer Food & Toy Drive Event on December 13! FREE parking in the lot on 22nd Street and Miner. 
COMPOSTING WORKSHOP & TREE ADOPTION

COMPOSTING WORKSHOP & TREE ADOPTION

Join the Heart of the Harbor Community Farm in their Composting Workshop and Free Tree Adoption!
FAMILY OVERNIGHT

FAMILY OVERNIGHT

Become a crew member for a night aboard the Battleship Iowa!
EMO NIGHTS LIVE

EMO NIGHTS LIVE

Emo Nights Live is coming to Warehouse 9 on December 12!
HEART OF THE HARBOR PARADE

HEART OF THE HARBOR PARADE

Join us at the 38th Annual Heart of the Harbor Holiday Parade!
 
WINTER WONDERLAND

WINTER WONDERLAND

Join Councilmember McOsker in his Winter Wonderland tradition in both San Pedro and Wilmington!
SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAYS PARADE

SPIRIT OF THE HOLIDAYS PARADE

Join us for the 45th annual San Pedro Spirit of the Holidays Parade!
HOLIDAY SUNSET SAIL

HOLIDAY SUNSET SAIL

Be part of the LA Harbor Holiday Boat Parade when you join us on one of our tall ships. It's a great way to get into the holiday spirit!
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

Join Banning Museum for a Victorian Christmas featuring singing, walk-through tours, free family crafts, and more!
HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA

HOLIDAYS BY THE SEA

Welcome the Holiday Season with family and friends at this free, festive, and fun night! 
 
GIFT SHOP POP-UP

GIFT SHOP POP-UP

Join Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for a Gift Ship Pop-Up!
 
CURRENTS: NOVEMBER 21

CURRENTS: NOVEMBER 21

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
HOLIDAY MARKET

HOLIDAY MARKET

Dive into oceans of great gifts at our Holiday Market! 

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Celebrate Small Business Saturday at Crafted! Come shop, create, and celebrate the Holiday Season with Local artists and makers.
CURRENTS: NOVEMBER 6

CURRENTS: NOVEMBER 6

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
TAMBORATON

TAMBORATON

Tamboraton is back with Maxima Potencia, DJ King Steady Beat, and Luis Con Ritmo!
 
JUNIORS MAKERS MARKET

JUNIORS MAKERS MARKET

Crafted invites you to their Juniors Makers Market hosted by Homemade by the Hays!

NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

NORWEGIAN CHRISTMAS MARKET

Experience a traditional Scandinavian holiday market with delicacies, ornaments, music and more.
PENNYROYAL PLAYERS

PENNYROYAL PLAYERS

The Pennyroyal Players travel from Vermont to California, bringing the stories of the American West to life through song, story, and quilt. 
COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE

COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE

Crafted is hosting a Community Food Drive! Drop off food items at Crafted from November 14-16
JOURNEY TRIBUTE

JOURNEY TRIBUTE

Don’t Stop Believin’! Experience the Southland’s #1 Journey tribute band’s authentic renditions of all the greatest Journey hits.
OPEN STUDIOS DAY

OPEN STUDIOS DAY

Open Studios Day is a free, all-ages event that provides the public a glimpse into the process, art, and lives of local artists who create at the Center.
SAN PEDRO FILM FESTIVAL

SAN PEDRO FILM FESTIVAL

SPIFF returns for a seventh year with an epic lineup of shorts, documentaries and feature films! 
VETERANS DAY WEEKEND GAME DAY

VETERANS DAY WEEKEND GAME DAY

Join the Pacific Battleship IOWA for Fantail Football on the Big Screen!
CURRENTS: OCTOBER 23

CURRENTS: OCTOBER 23

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
WILMINGTON ART WALK

WILMINGTON ART WALK

Join the Wilmington Art Walk for their Dia de los Muertos Celebration!
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 5K

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 5K

The Wilmington YMCA is hosting the Dia De Los Muertos 5K and 1K

TRICK OR TREAT AT CRAFTED

TRICK OR TREAT AT CRAFTED

Trick or Treat inside the marketplace at CRAFTED on October 31 from 11am-6pm!
RADWOOD

RADWOOD

RADwood is the premier lifestyle event celebrating automotive culture of the ’80s and ’90s.

HALLOWEEN DOG PARADE

HALLOWEEN DOG PARADE

Join CRAFTED for the Rufus Ragz 8th Annual Halloween Dog Parade & Dog Costume Contest!
DISCOVERY LECTURE SERIES

DISCOVERY LECTURE SERIES

Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for their Discovery Lecture Series!
 
DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS

Save the Date for the Annual Dia de los Muertos event on Sunday, October 26, 2025 in Downtown San Pedro on 6th and Mesa!

WUNDERKAMMER HALLOWEEN

WUNDERKAMMER HALLOWEEN

Wunderkammer beckons lovers of magic and mystery, the strange and surreal—to our enchanting inaugural Halloween Extravaganza!
WITCH CRAFT

WITCH CRAFT

Join CRAFTED for a Halloween themed crafts & workshop for a 3 day festival of spooky art & creativity!
23RD ANNUAL SCARY STORIES

23RD ANNUAL SCARY STORIES

Join Angels Gate Cultural Center for their 23rd Annual Scary Stories around a bonfire!
 

SPIRITED EVENT AT MULLER HOUSE

SPIRITED EVENT AT MULLER HOUSE

San Pedro Bay Historical Society presents 'A Spirited Evening' of Boos & Brews, hauntingly delicious appetizers and candlelight tours.
TAMBORATON

TAMBORATON

Enjoy a night of live music, dancing, and food trucks!
CURRENTS: OCT. 9

CURRENTS: OCT. 9

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.
SEA SCARE

SEA SCARE

Construction has unearthed a mysterious relic at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium.
Will the siren’s song lure you to unravel its curse? Join Sea Scare: Siren's Curse! 

MISSING PERSONS FLYER SAT. OCTOBER 18 AT 5:45

MISSING PERSONS

October 18, 2025 Missing Persons  supported by the best 80s party band...Fast Times! VENUE: Warehouse 9.
 
HALLOWEEN STEMEBRATION

HALLOWEEN STEMEBRATION

Join the IOWA crew on October 18th for our fifth annual Halloween STEMabration. This is a family-friendly FREE event.
 

HARVEST FESTIVAL

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Join us for a day filled with fun at the annual Green Hills Harvest Festival on Sunday, October 12 from 12-3PM.

MONTHLY SUNSET SAILS

MONTHLY SUNSET SAILS

Bundle up and join the Los Angeles Maritime Institute for a relaxing afternoon sail as you enjoy the sunset from the deck of a tall ship!

SEAWEED FESTIVAL

SEAWEED FESTIVAL

Come celebrate the wonders of the ocean at the California Seaweed Festival - a fun-filled day showcasing the beauty and benefits of seaweed!
MANY WINTERS GATHERING OF ELDERS

MANY WINTERS GATHERING OF ELDERS

Save the date for the 19th Many Winters Gathering of Elders! October 9-12!

PUNK IN THE PARK

PUNK IN THE PARK

Punk In The Park returns to Southern California October 4 and 5 for two epic days of punk rock. 

STATE OF THE DISTRICT

STATE OF THE DISTRICT

Join the State of the District with Tim McOsker to experience one of the San Pedro Chamber's largest networking events of year!  
FESTA ITALIANA

FESTA ITALIANA

Join us for Festa Italiana, a FREE, family-friendly Street Festival hosted by the Little Italy of Los Angeles Association in partnership with Council District #15.
TASTE OF SOUL

TASTE OF SOUL

Save the Date for the 20th Annual Taste of Soul happening on Saturday, October 18, 2025!
 

MARITIME INDUSTRY SALUTE

MARITIME INDUSTRY SALUTE

Join the International Seafareers Center for the 2025 Maritime Industry Salute aboard the USS Iowa and enjoy a Fun Raffle & Cool Silent Auction!

EDGAR ALLEN POE SPEAKEASY

EDGAR ALLEN POE SPEAKEASY

The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is a chilling cocktail experience in San Pedro.
BANNING'S LANDING CELEBRATION

BANNING'S LANDING CELEBRATION

The Wilmington Historical Society invites you to celebrate Banning's first landing!
RYANHOOD

RYANHOOD

Indie-Folk Rock Duo USA Songwriting Finalists playing Simon & Garfunkel harmonies!
MOVIE NIGHT ON THE IOWA

MOVIE NIGHT ON THE IOWA

Join the USS Iowa for a movie night featuring Moana 2!
CURRENTS: SEPT. 11

CURRENTS: SEPT. 11

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles.
SAN PEDRO ON FILM

SAN PEDRO ON FILM

The San Pedro Heritage Museum presents San Pedro On Film at Bars & Bites!

FANTASY WEEKEND

FANTASY WEEKEND

Join Crafted at the Port of LA for Fantasy Weekend featuring dragon, fairy and toadstool crafts!

WUNDERFULLY GRAND EVENING

WUNDERFULLY GRAND EVENING

The Grand Vision presents A Wunderfully Grand Evening at Wundermaker Gallery!

END OF SUMMER LINE UP

END OF SUMMER LINE UP

Check out the many wonderful event offerings at the Grand Annex Music Hall!
 

FREE HARBOR TOURS: SEPT. 13

FREE HARBOR TOURS: SEPT. 13

Explore the amazing Port of Los Angeles and its many landmarks and attractions with a free boat tour of Los Angeles Harbor. Tours will depart from San Pedro and Wilmington.

FESTIVAL OF PHILIPPINE ARTS & CULTURE

FESTIVAL OF PHILIPPINE ARTS & CULTURE

The annual Festival of Philippine Arts & Culture will be on September 13 at Point Fermin Park!

CUMBIA NIGHTS

CUMBIA NIGHTS

Join us for three nights of live Cumbia music and dancing as SoCal bands put their own twists on the irresistibly fun Columbian genre!

CURRENTS: AUGUST 29

CURRENTS: AUGUST 29

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles.
SUNSET SAILS

SUNSET SAILS

The Los Angeles Maritime Institute is hosting a Sunset Sail!

GIFT SHOP POP-UP

GIFT SHOP POP-UP

Join the Friends of Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for a Gift Shop Pop-Up during First Thursdays Artwalk!

CURRENTS: AUGUST 15

CURRENTS: AUGUST 15

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

LIGHT AT THE LIGHTHOUSE

LIGHT AT THE LIGHTHOUSE

The Light and the Lighthouse Festival is taking place in downtown San Pedro on August 30, 11am-7pm!
 

FREE FILM SCREENING

FREE FILM SCREENING

Enjoy a Free Film Screening of Respect My Crown, the Rise of African American Women in California Politics on August 29, 6-8pm.

SUMMER MIXER

SUMMER MIXER

Join the San Pedro Chamber of Commerce & the Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club for this Summer Mixer!

BILLY IDOL LIVE EXPERIENCE

BILLY IDOL LIVE EXPERIENCE

This Labor Day Weekend experience the Billy Idol Live Experience, Idol X!

 

CAR SHOW BY THE SEA

CAR SHOW BY THE SEA

The Legends Vintage Car Club presents Car Show by the Sea at Point Fermin Park!

GRAND ANNEX CUMBIA SERIES

GRAND ANNEX CUMBIA SERIES

Join us for three nights of live Cumbia music and dancing!

TAMBORATON

TAMBORATON

Come one, come all to Tamboraton!

MOVIE NIGHT AT THE BATTLESHIP IOWA

MOVIE NIGHT AT THE BATTLESHIP IOWA

Enjoy Movie Night featuring the Goonies on the Battleship Iowa! 

CURRENTS: JULY 25

CURRENTS: JULY 25

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

PHINEAS BANNING BIRTHDAY PARTY

PHINEAS BANNING BIRTHDAY PARTY

Join the Banning Museum on Saturday, August 16 to celebrate the Father of the Los Angeles Port, Phineas Banning!

TALL SHIP ISLAND ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP

TALL SHIP ISLAND ADVENTURE SUMMER CAMP

Spend the summer on the beautiful California coast in a way that most people never experience… 

FOUNTAIN RE-OPENING CEREMONY

FOUNTAIN RE-OPENING CEREMONY

Join us for the Gateway Plaza Fanfare Fountain Re-Opening Ceremony on Thursday, August 7 from 6:00-7:30PM.
 

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE: CAPTURA

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE: CAPTURA

Join AltaSea for their Open House: Captura from 10am-12:30pm.


 

FIRST THURSDAY ARTWALK

FIRST THURSDAY ARTWALK

One of the first in the region, the 27-year-old monthly First Thursday ArtWalk, happens between Pacific Ave, Harbor Boulevard, 4th, and 9th Streets from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm.

CURRENTS: JULY 10

CURRENTS: JULY 10

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

ILCA YOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP REGATTA

ILCA YOUTH WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP REGATTA

From July 19 - 26, Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club (CBYC) will host the International Laser Class Association (ILCA) Youth World Championship Regatta.

2025 LEADERSHIP SERIES

2025 LEADERSHIP SERIES

Connect directly with elected officials, policy makers, and business leaders as they discuss legislation and issues critical to our business community. 

NATURE JOURNALING

NATURE JOURNALING

Join CMA education staff as we learn how to identify common marine animals. 
 

IOWA BY THE SEA

IOWA BY THE SEA

Join in for a picnic aboard the UUS Battleship Iowa!

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat, Salinas de San Pedro, and discover the plants and animals that call it home! 

CRAFTYFEST

CRAFTYFEST

Join SoCal's best permanent makers' market once again for our biggest event of the year, our 3rd annual CRAFTYFEST! 
WALK CABRILLO

WALK CABRILLO

Pack a snack and join a walk guided by CMA Educators while they interpret the various habitats of the Cabrillo Beach Coastal Park.

OPEN JAZZ JAM-COLLAGE

OPEN JAZZ JAM-COLLAGE

Collage: A Place for Art & Culture, 731 S. Pacific Avenue, San Pedro, CA 90731
Open Jazz Jam – all welcome!

ROSIE FLORES TALES AND TUNES

ROSIE FLORES TALES AND TUNES

Rosie Flores has explored many avenues of American music, including punk rock, country, singer/songwriter, jazz, and rockabilly.

EXPLORE THE COAST

EXPLORE THE COAST

Join us aboard one of our tall ships to Explore the Coast on our bilingual, STEM-focused educational and exploration sail.

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA

Shakespeare By the Sea presents: As You Like It being performed on July 12 at 7pm at Wilmingtn Waterfront Promenade.

CURRENTS: JUNE 26

CURRENTS: JUNE 26

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

YARD SALE & BOUTIQUE

YARD SALE & BOUTIQUE

Go shopping at the Muller House Annual Yard Sale & Boutique. So many fabulous finds await you!

SAN PEDRO PRIDE FESTIVAL

SAN PEDRO PRIDE FESTIVAL

Gather your friends, family, and loved ones to experience the joy of San Pedro Pride, where the spirit of "Hand in Hand" shines bright.

FRED CRAWFORD'S VAUDEVILLE SHOW

FRED CRAWFORD'S VAUDEVILLE SHOW

Fred Crawford delivers a hilarious and clean one-man comedy show!

TOP GUN AND TACOS MOVIE NIGHT

TOP GUN AND TACOS MOVIE NIGHT

Top Gun and Tacos Movie Night aboard the USS Iowa!

FIREWORKS SAIL

FIREWORKS SAIL

Join the Los Angeles Maritime Institute for a night of family fun and celebration on the water while you enjoy awe-inspiring fireworks displays in the San Pedro harbor. 

4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS VIEWING PARTY

4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS VIEWING PARTY

4th of July Fireworks Viewing Party, MLC band by the pool, and Snack Bar Open! 

75th Annual John Olguin July 4th Weekend Fireworks Spectacular, July 5

75th Annual John Olguin July 4th Weekend Fireworks Spectacular, July 5

75th Annual John Olguin July 4th Weekend Fireworks Spectacular is taking place on Saturday, July 5!
CARS & STRIPES FOREVER!®            JUNE 27

CARS & STRIPES FOREVER!® JUNE 27

With dozens of classic cars on display, this free, patriotic event serves up live music,  a thirst-quenching beer garden, food trucks and a spectacular fireworks grand finale!

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA

SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA

Shakespeare By the Sea presents: Julius Ceasar being performed on June 26 at 7pm in 22nd Street Park.

MEET THE GRUNION

MEET THE GRUNION

Watch silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish. The Aquarium opens at 8pm followed by guided observation at the beach.

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

The Cabrillo Marine Aquarium invites you to the Salt Marsh Open House. 

MUSIC BY THE SEA

MUSIC BY THE SEA

Enjoy Music By the Sea featuring the Harbor Groove Band! 

TECHNOLOGY FAIR

TECHNOLOGY FAIR

Join the Drum Barrack Civil War Museum for their Technology Fair!

WILMINGTON ART WALK

WILMINGTON ART WALK

Join Avalon Arts & Cultural Alliance for the Wilmington Art Walk filled with artists, vendors, food, entertainment and more!

WALL OF SOUND

WALL OF SOUND

Celebrate the official start of summer with an all ages, outdoor show in San Pedro.  Food trucks + beer, wine and cocktails, and free parking!

WORLD OF WONDER

WORLD OF WONDER

World of Wonder Expo 3 Days inside the special event space in Crafted.  Oddities and entertainment like you have never seen before.

FATHER'S DAY SAIL

FATHER'S DAY SAIL

Treat the dads in your life with a unique experience – sail around the San Pedro harbor and watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship!

CHILDREN'S FAIRY GARDEN

CHILDREN'S FAIRY GARDEN

Children 5 and up to participate in a hands-on experience of creating a miniature garden at the lighthouse! No reservations are required, call 310- 241-0684 for more information.

FISHTIVAL X SUMMER NIGHTS

FISHTIVAL X SUMMER NIGHTS

Join KCRW for an oceanic party at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium! Dance to sets from KCRW DJs Chris Douridas & Dan Wilcox and explore the watery wonders of the aquarium and our local beaches.

SAN PEDRO PRIDE MARCH

SAN PEDRO PRIDE MARCH

Join Bridge Cities Alliance as they proudly march through Downtown San Pedro to their annual Flag Raising Ceremony at the LA Maritime Museum!

CURRENTS: JUNE 5

CURRENTS: JUNE 5

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

CONCERTS AT THE HARBOR

CONCERTS AT THE HARBOR

Grand Vision is presenting four free outdoor concerts that will add live music to San Pedro events on the waterfront. 
CURRENTS: FLEET WEEK EDITION

CURRENTS: FLEET WEEK EDITION

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 
ITALY RUNLA 5K

ITALY RUNLA 5K

The Italy RunLA 5K is  a fun and family-friendly community event happening on June 1st, 2025 at 7 am bringing together runners and local families to celebrate health, culture, and community.

ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a citywide commemoration of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage and history in LA.

FEED AND BE FED ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

FEED AND BE FED ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

Join us for a lovely evening including live entertainment, garden inspired dishes from local chefs and excellent prizes. 
 
FESTIVAL OF SAIL AT LA FLEET WEEK

FESTIVAL OF SAIL AT LA FLEET WEEK

Join the Los Angeles Maritime Institute (LAMI) for four days of sails, including Cannon Battles and educational sails, free deck tours, and more!

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 26

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 26

Check out the entertainment line-up at LA Fleet Week throughout Memorial Day Weekend!

FLEET WEEK AT CRAFTED

FLEET WEEK AT CRAFTED

Come by CRAFTED during Fleet Week for a Pop Up Bar: Beer, wine, cocktails, food, coffee, desserts, arts and shopping!

NO DOUBT TRIBUTE - NO DUH!

NO DOUBT TRIBUTE - NO DUH!

The 90's take over the stage with No Doubt and Sublime tributes, local favs No Duh and Don't Push supported by Hi Fi Soundtrack. Food trucks and bar onsite!

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 25

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 25

Check out the entertainment line-up at LA Fleet Week throughout Memorial Day Weekend!

JOURNEY AND BILLY IDOL

JOURNEY AND BILLY IDOL

Idol X the Billy Idol Live Experience, along with Journey Jukebox a Tribute to Journey, will be hitting the stage in San Pedro celebrating LA Fleet Week! Food trucks and bar onsite!

TAMBORATON

TAMBORATON

Tamboratón, a latin inspired dance party under the stars with 2 live Tamborazo bands, 2 DJs and Luis Con Ritmo, LA local entertainer. Don't miss out on the food trucks!

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 24

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 24

Check out the entertainment line-up at LA Fleet Week throughout Memorial Day Weekend!

LA FLEET WEEK 2025: MAY 23-26

LA FLEET WEEK 2025: MAY 23-26

Event activities include active duty ship tours, military displays and equipment demonstrations, live entertainment, aircraft flyovers, food, spirits and more.

VIP SAIL FLEET WEEK WATERSIDE TOUR

VIP SAIL FLEET WEEK WATERSIDE TOUR

Join the Los Angeles Maritime Institute (LAMI) for a waterside view of the visiting Navy ships as you sail aboard one of the official tall ships of the City of LA.

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 23

ENTERTAINMENT LINE UP: MAY 23

Check out the entertainment line-up at LA Fleet Week throughout Memorial Day Weekend!

CURRENTS: APRIL 24

CURRENTS: APRIL 24

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 
 

LA PULGA

LA PULGA

Heart of the Harbor Community Farms presents La Pulga featuring food, music, local handmade goods, and art!  

FAMILY SCIENCE SUNDAYS: MAY 18

FAMILY SCIENCE SUNDAYS: MAY 18

Marine Mammal Care offers Family Science Sundays. Enjoy learning about marine life every third Sunday of the month!

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

SALT MARSH OPEN HOUSE

Visit Cabrillo Beach’s own wetland habitat, Salinas de San Pedro, and discover the plants and animals that call it home!

THE WISTERIA GARDEN PARTY

THE WISTERIA GARDEN PARTY

Celebrate the Wisteria Scholarship winners at The Banning Museum. And, since it's Mother's Day weekend, they will also recognize moms in attendance with a special gift. You won't want to miss it!

NATURE WALK

NATURE WALK

Appreciate dramatic geological formations on the cliffs of this former basalt quarry.  Docents will guide you through some of the best coastal habitat on the Peninsula.

Scientist holds up a stuffed seal

FAMILY SCIENCE SUNDAYS: APRIL 27

Marine Mammal Care offers Family Science Sundays. Enjoy learning about marine life every third Sunday of the month!
 

CINCO DE MAYO CARNIVAL

CINCO DE MAYO CARNIVAL

The WIlmington Chamber of Commerce present the Cinco de Mayo Carnival on Avalon from PCH to L street!
 

OPEN STUDIOS DAY

OPEN STUDIOS DAY

Angels Gate Cultural Center presents Open Studios Day Spring 2025! 

 

LEGO SHIP-BUILDING CONTEST

LEGO SHIP-BUILDING CONTEST

The Los Angeles Maritime Museum invites you to the Lego Ship-Building Contest!

 

CHILDREN'S DAY CELEBRATION

CHILDREN'S DAY CELEBRATION

Strength Based Community Change presents Children's Day Celebration:
Raffles, games, food, gifts and more!

ARTS OPEN SAN PEDRO: APRIL 26 & 27

ARTS OPEN SAN PEDRO: APRIL 26 & 27

Visit Arts Open in San Pedro to experience open studios, galleries, live performances, local food & drink, and family activities!  

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER:  APRIL 11

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: APRIL 11

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

EARTH DAY AT CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM

EARTH DAY AT CABRILLO MARINE AQUARIUM

Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium for Earth Day! Participate in earth care activities, learn from local organizations, create recycled arts and crafts, and more!

SPRING RECOGNITION LUNCHEON

SPRING RECOGNITION LUNCHEON

The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce presents their Annual Spring Recognition Luncheon at Los Angeles Harbor College!

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL

The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy presents Wild & Scenic Film Festival.

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: MARCH 27

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: MARCH 27

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles.

WILMINGTON CLEAN UP

WILMINGTON CLEAN UP

Come be a part of the City of Wilmington's Next Community Cleaning Event!

 

THE GATE OF MEMORY: MARCH 27

THE GATE OF MEMORY: MARCH 27

Celebration of the release of The Gate of Memory: Poems by Descendants of Nikkei Wartime Incarceration.

EXPLORE THE COAST/ EXPLORA LA COSTA

EXPLORE THE COAST/ EXPLORA LA COSTA

Explore the Coast on our bilingual, STEM-focused educational and exploration sail.
Ships sailing on the sea

HARBOR CUP: MARCH 7-9TH

The Los Angeles Harbor Cup 2025 returns March 7-9 in this epic race hosted by the ISSR Yacht Club.

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT GRANTS

COMMUNITY INVESTMENT GRANTS

The 2025 Community Investment Grant Program application cycle has concluded.

ROLEX LOS ANGELES SAIL GP

ROLEX LOS ANGELES SAIL GP

This high energy sailing event brings spectators from all around the world. 

GAELIC & GARLIC

GAELIC & GARLIC

Enjoy this fusion of Italian and Irish arts & culture in celebration of St. Patrick's Day. 

JOHN KRAUS & THE GOERS RELEASE CONCERT

JOHN KRAUS & THE GOERS RELEASE CONCERT

Just in time for St. Paddy’s Day! Captain John and the band breathe new life into vintage sea shanties and nautical tunes with Celtic-punk and pirate-rocker swagger.

OUTDOOR VOLUNTEER DAY

OUTDOOR VOLUNTEER DAY

Help care for the gardens at White Point Nature Preserve by planting native shrubs, removing invasive weeds, watering native plants, grooming trails and more!
SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARTY

SAINT PATRICK'S DAY PARTY

Enjoy a taste of Ireland with live Irish music and delicious Irish cuisine.

 

'LAHIFF' FILM FEST: MAR. 13-16

'LAHIFF' FILM FEST: MAR. 13-16

"To create a cinematic bridge between the people of the region and the people of the world"

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: MARCH 13

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: MARCH 13

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles.

SUNSET SAILS

SUNSET SAILS

Enjoy the sunset and views of the harbor from the deck of a tall ship as you sit back and relax or become part of the crew - your choice!

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: FEB. 26

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: FEB. 26

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles.
 

Photo of two tall ships

LAMI VALENTINE'S DAY SAILS

Set sail in the San Pedro Harbor with your special someone. Choose between these three sales offered on Valentine’s Day weekend: "Adventure Dining", "Ahoy Me Hearties", and "Sweets for Sweeties"

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: FEB. 06

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: FEB. 06

Currents biweekly newsletter delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of LA.

Rock for responders logo

ROCK FOR RESPONDERS

An all-star line-up will be performing at the "Rock for Responders" benefit concert on February 27th at the Battleship IOWA Museum in San Pedro, California. 

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: JAN 23

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: JAN 23

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE FEATURING AVERON ENERGY: FEBRUARY 8

ALTASEA OPEN HOUSE FEATURING AVERON ENERGY: FEBRUARY 8

Averon, a top solar power and storage solutions producer, offers affordable, safe, and socially responsible power solutions.

SPIFF OSCAR SHORT FILMS FESTIVAL

SPIFF OSCAR SHORT FILMS FESTIVAL

Come watch the best live-action short films that made it to the Oscars presented by the San Pedro Film Festival - get ready for a night of drama, laughter, and suspense!
 

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: JAN. 9

CURRENTS NEWSLETTER: JAN. 9

A biweekly newsletter, Currents delivers news & events from the Port of LA and the LA Waterfront to nearly 45,000 recipients throughout the City of Los Angeles. 

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