Downtown Scene
Being in the heart of the city makes us the center for all news associated with DTLB, from new business alerts to event information. Visit frequently for updated content. The Downtown Scene E-Newsletter is another great way to stay ‘in-the-know’ about all the latest news, information and events happening in Downtown Long Beach!
Taste, See, Celebrate: AAPI Month in Long Beach
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. It serves as a reminder of Long Beach's cultural diversity, and it increases awareness of how vast these areas of the world are. The countries that make up Asia encompass over 17 million square miles...
Announcing the Relaunch of “Fresh Start” Hygiene Drive to Support Neighbors in Need
LONG BEACH, CA (May 5, 2025) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) is proud to announce the return of Fresh Start, a seasonal hygiene drive running May 5 through June 30, 2025, aimed at supporting Downtown’s unhoused neighbors through community-powered...
Taste of Downtown Kicks Off with East Village Sip, Shop & Stroll on May 3
For the 16th year, the Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) Alliance is excited to present the Taste of Downtown culinary series! It begins with Sip, Shop, & Stroll on Saturday, May 3 from noon to 4 PM in the East Village. This event, now in its second year, pairs local...
Meet the Clean & Safe Team Employees of the Quarter: Brandon Kiper and Daniel Battles
A sunny Thursday at P.F. Chang's in Shoreline Village set the scene for the March 2025 edition of the Clean and Safe Team Employees of the Quarter Luncheon. Attendees and honorees were treated to a triple scoop of celebration that went well with their Asian bistro...
DTLB Art + Design Walk Is Back! Don’t Miss the April 5 Creative Takeover
The DTLB Art + Design Walk: Celebrate Downtown Edition returns on Saturday, April 5, from 2 to 7 PM! Explore Downtown Long Beach as local artists and designers showcase their work in galleries, studios, shops, and pop-up spaces throughout the area. It’s a great chance...
DTLB Mother’s Day Guide: Best Brunches & More
Dear Mom: We're very excited to celebrate with you this weekend! You asked us to select a Downtown spot for your party, but we found so many options, we decided to let YOU pick. Here are some suggestions; If one isn't enough, I'm sure we could work out a visit to two...
Taste of Downtown Returns May 3 with ‘Sip, Shop & Stroll’ — A Retail & Food Focused Kickoff
LONG BEACH, CA (April 30, 2025) – The Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) is bringing back one of the city’s most beloved summer traditions — but this year, it starts with purpose. The 2025 Taste of Downtown series kicks off Saturday, May 3 at 12 PM with...
The People’s Choice Awards 2025: Your Downtown Long Beach Voting Guide
The Long Beach Post and Playalarga have joined forces to launch the Long Beach People’s Choice Awards 2025. The initiative is designed to highlight local businesses and individuals across more than 90 categories, from food and nightlife to wellness and creative...
Meet the Changemakers Shaping Downtown Long Beach – 2025 Spirit Awards
One of the proudest moments of the year for the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) is the Spirit of Downtown Awards presentation. Beginning in 2012 the DTLB Alliance has given these awards to individuals and organizations whose efforts have made a positive,...
Shamrock & Roll: Your Ultimate 4-Day St. Patrick’s Day Party in DTLB
Downtown Long Beach is giving you the green light for a four-day Shamrock Weekend! St. Patrick's Day has been a big deal in DTLB since folks were clinking glasses at D.J. McCarthy's Saloon on Pine Avenue in the 1890s. We invite you and your fellow leprechauns to...
Gateway to Pride Returns: Long Beach’s Queer After-Party Is Serving Beats, Swag, and Joy in Downtown
The Long Beach Pride Parade is back in full technicolor on Sunday, May 18—and when the last float rolls through Ocean and Alamitos, the celebration doesn't stop. Just a short walk away, the Current & Shoreline Gateway Plaza transforms once again into the...
DTLB Alliance Midyear Update: Downtown Growth, New Programs, and Big Momentum
Long Beach, CA (April 29, 2025) – Downtown Long Beach is pushing forward with innovation — and the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) is helping lead the way. In its 2025 Midyear Update, the DTLB Alliance highlights its programs, a season of growth, and...
What Does a Sustainable Business Look Like in 2025? Just Ask These Long Beach Shop Owners
In 2025, sustainability isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way of doing business, especially for small shop owners finding creative ways to make a big impact. Sustainability is defined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency as "creating and maintaining conditions,...
Grand Prix Weekend in Long Beach: A Local’s Guide to Food, Drinks, and Fun Near the Track
The electrifying Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach rolls into Downtown Long Beach for its 50th Anniversary edition Friday, April 11 through Sunday, April 13! We would like to invite all race fans, visitors, and locals to make the most of Grand Prix weekend by discovering...
Know a Community Hero? Nominate Them for the 2024 Spirit of Downtown Awards!
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Spirit of Downtown Awards! Established by the Downtown Long Beach Alliance (DTLB Alliance) in 2012, these annual awards recognize those who have significantly influenced and shaped the Downtown community. Going through a list of...