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9 THINGS TO DO IN LONG BEACH, CA (DECEMBER 15 - DECEMBER 24)

Long Beach Christmas Lights

Long Beach Christmas Lights

December  • event

Houses around Naples Island are known to put on the best displays in Southern California

Thousand Steps Beach Pools

Thousand Steps Beach Pools

March–early June | September–December • activity

One of the best hidden treasures of the Orange County

Huntington Harbour Boat Parade

Huntington Harbour Boat Parade

December 18-23, 2024 • event

A maritime extravaganza by the beach is one of the best in California

Whale Watching

Whale Watching

mid-December–mid-April (all year round) • nature

From North to South, California observes the giant marine creatures migration every year

Paradise Falls

Paradise Falls

September–May (all year round) • nature

One of a few waterfalls thriving in the hot and dry climate of the Thousand Oaks area

Ice Skating

Ice Skating

mid-November–mid-January • activity

The absence of snow is not a reason to give up this Christmas fun—skating outdoors

Mexican Riviera Cruises

Mexican Riviera Cruises

November–May • activity

The best cruise destination for the active type of travelers

Diving around Santa Catalina Island

Diving around Santa Catalina Island

July–December • activity

Crystal clear waters near the island of Santa Catalina with its rich underwater world are perfect for diving

Black Star Canyon Hike

Black Star Canyon Hike

November–May • activity

This remote canyon in the Santa Ana Mountains is popular with hikers and black magic followers

23 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE

Long Beach Jazz Festival

Long Beach Jazz Festival

out of rangeAugust 11–13, 2023 • event

The only jazz festival in Southern California

Naples Boat Parade

Naples Boat Parade

out of rangeDecember 16, 2023 • event

One of the most beautiful holiday traditions in California

dineLA Restaurant Week

dineLA Restaurant Week

out of rangeJuly 12–26, 2024 • event

The tastiest time of the year in Los Angeles

Wings Over Camarillo Air Show

Wings Over Camarillo Air Show

out of rangeAugust 17-18, 2024 • event

Witness impressive flight demonstrations and aerobatics on California's Central Coast

Long Beach 4th of July Fireworks, Events & Cruises

Long Beach 4th of July Fireworks, Events & Cruises

out of rangeJuly 3–4, 2024 • event

Join hundreds of people at festive Long Beach celebrations

Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach

Festival of Arts of Laguna Beach

out of rangeJuly 6-August 30, 2024 • event

One of the most unique art events in the world with plenty of art treasures to observe

LA Fleet Week

LA Fleet Week

out of rangeMay 22-27, 2024 • event

An old Californian end-of-summer tradition

Malibu 4th of July Fireworks & Events

Malibu 4th of July Fireworks & Events

out of rangeJuly 3–July 4 • event

The "Bu" is waiting for you on the 4th of July

Long Beach Christmas Parade

Long Beach Christmas Parade

out of rangeDecember 7, 2024 • event

Get away from it all at this authentic Christmas parade

New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve

out of rangeDecember 31 • event

Long Beach provides a wide variety of options to end the year in style

Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

out of rangemid-February–early September (best in May–July) • activity

This wee zippy bird moves so fast that you'll have to try hard to take a nice picture

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch

The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch

out of rangeMarch–early May • nature

Be ready to immerse yourself in colours: purple, pink, white and yellow!

Long Beach Comic Con

Long Beach Comic Con

out of rangeSeptember 2–3, 2023 • event

Free up your inner geek at this beautiful celebration of all things pop culture

Heart Rock Falls

Heart Rock Falls

out of rangeMarch–November  • nature

The power of water carved a heart in a solid stone. Such natural sites inspire and give hopes

Disneyland

Disneyland

out of rangemid-January–early March | August–mid-November • activity

Try avoiding busy weekends and school holidays to enjoy shorter queues in the day full of rides and fun

Beach Season

Beach Season

out of rangeMay–September • activity

A huge number of varied beaches with white sands and clear waters give you the chance to choose a perfect spot within the coastline of the Golden State

Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend

out of rangeMay 25–27, 2024 • event

Memorial services and festivals all over the greater LA

Halloween

Halloween

out of rangeSeptember–October • event

Amusement parks, scary attractions and amazing costume parties throughout the state

Cycling

Cycling

out of rangeApril–October • activity

Picturesque scenery, varied terrain, and gentle weather conditions attract cyclists to the Golden State

Paddleboarding (SUP)

Paddleboarding (SUP)

out of rangeMay–September  • activity

One of the most enjoyable and fun water activities is popular all along the California coastline

Kiteboarding

Kiteboarding

out of rangeApril–August • activity

Just choose the right season and the right spot to enjoy your favourite water activity in the Sunny State

Long Beach Halloween Events

Long Beach Halloween Events

out of rangelate September–October • event

From cemetery tours to a haunted floating hotel—get into the October spirit in Long Beach

Loquat Season

Loquat Season

out of rangeApril–May • food

Fans of exotic fruits will be delighted with this unusual citrus

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