Top 10 Things To Do At Night In Long Beach, California - Updated 2024

things to do in long beach at night
Pauline
Pauline 
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Long Beach has always been known as one of the most thriving and vibrant locations with a pleasant waterfront scene. If you’re traveling here, you can choose from a host of amazing accommodations like beach houses, cheap hotels, and hotels with pool. Its culture has also been continually hailed for being welcoming and a great place for the arts. We have all heard of the various activities that both locals and non-locals can do during the day, but what happens to Long Beach once the sun sets? Find out about the exciting activities and places that are in store for you during your next trip with our top 10 things to do at night in Long Beach, California. Make sure you don’t miss out on the good ones!

1. Go on a cocktail tour (from USD 81.0)

Another way to enjoy the beaches and watering holes in California is to go drinking! Long Beach is also known as a community with a growing cocktail movement so you are guaranteed to enjoy a wide selection of delicious alcoholic drinks. You can enjoy these drinks with delicious bites as well. This tour will allow you to enjoy drinks at four places in downtown Long Beach, in the East Village Arts District, for a good amount of three hours.

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Downtown Long Beach Craft Cocktail Tour

Duration: 3 hours

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2. Listen to music and enjoy drinks at Gallagher's Pub & Grill

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Head on down to Gallagher’s to have a Dodger blonde ale and a build your grilled to get you through this hump day!

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Do you want to spend a relaxing evening in the company of classic Irish food and beers? At Gallagher’s Pub & Grill, you get to have all that was mentioned above. This neighborhood bar is one of the most loved locations in Long Beach mainly because of their consistent excellence in terms of service and quality. Some even consider the Gallagher’s Pub & Grill their “home away from home” because of the warmth and hospitality that the bartenders as well as the atmosphere it offers.

Gallagher's Pub & Grill

Address: 2751 E Broadway Long Beach, CA 90803

Website: Gallagher’s Pub & Grill

Opening hours: Mon to Fri: 11:00 am - 2:00 am, Sat to Sun: 9:00 am - 2:00 am

Price: 10 USD

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3. Take a Bixby Knolls Art Walk

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During the first Friday of the month, all roads lead to Bixby Knolls. There are numerous events and things to do at this location for everyone to enjoy during the first Friday. Some of which are live bands, stilts, art booths, petting zoos, and a whole lot more. There are also a lot of cheap finds in stalls and bazaars if you feel like going for a little bit of shopping. Cultural and art activities are also one of the main highlights of Bixby Knolls. During first Fridays, you will find street performances from dancers, live art and many more!

Bixby Knolls

Address: 4105 Atlantic Ave Long Beach, CA 90807

Website: Bixby Knolls

Opening hours: Mon to Fri: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Sat to Sun: closed

Price: 10 USD

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4. Enjoy a barbeque night at Hilltop Park

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All chill and good vibes are what Hilltop Park offers. This park is known to have pleasant views and is a great place to have a picnic. It’s also considered as one of the hidden gems in Long Beach, California. We highly suggest that you bring your family and friends at this location and enjoy a barbeque lunch or dinner. There is nothing like a DIY outdoor picnic with pleasant company.

Hilltop Park

Address: 6508 Hollywood Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90028 United States

Opening hours: Mon to Sun: 5:00 am - 10:00 pm

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5. Paint your own pottery at Paint N Glaze

Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed.

Paint N Glaze should be at the top of your list if you love art and if you like doing creative things. For a cheap price, you get to pick a ceramic piece may it be figurines, mugs, plates, and many more! Afterward, you are to pick four colors of paint or you can even mix and match the colors to fuel more creativity. What we love about Paint N Glaze is that it welcomes people of all ages. You can even bring your kids here and without a doubt, they will enjoy.

Paint N Glaze

Address: 3960 N Studebaker Rd Ste 102 Long Beach, CA 90808

Website: Paint N Glaze

Opening hours: Mon: closed, Tue to Thu: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Fri to Sat: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sun: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Price: 10 USD

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6. Enjoy a Venetian gondola experience with Gondola Getaway

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At Gondola Getaway, you will enjoy an hour worth of sailing across Alamitos Bay and Naples Canals while sipping on your favorite beverages. Experience Italy right at Long Beach with this one of a kind getaway, that will surely be enjoyed in the presence of friends, family, or even a special someone. We highly recommend this experience to those who are celebrating a certain event like an anniversary, birthday, or an important family gathering.

Gondola Getaway

Address: 5437 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, California 90803

Website: Gondola Getaway

Opening hours: Mon to Sun: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Price: 100-300 USD

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7. Go shopping at 2nd Street

2nd Street Long Beach
Source: Photo by Flickr user Fred Miller used under CC BY-SA 2.0

Shop till you drop at 2nd Street in Long Beach. This street is known for housing numerous brands which you can choose for your shopping needs. With the beach just a few blocks away, the shopping experience is definitely something different. There are a lot of retail shops, specialty boutiques, gift shops where you can do your shopping. There are also diverse options for restaurants from Mexican, Irish, Thai to the classic American burgers and fries, so your stomach is filled while you do all your shopping.

Shopping at 2nd Street

Address: E 2nd and Corona Ave Long Beach, CA 90803

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8. Play a game at Escape Room Long Beach

Editor’s note: Establishment is permanently closed

If you’re looking for a fun-filled activity with your family and friends, playing a game at the Escape Room in Long Beach is the way to go. The Escape Room is an interactive puzzle which is best solved with great company. The rooms have different themes, and you can choose any theme that’s according to your liking. Some of their themes include Hollywood Dreams, Pendragon, Prohibition, and Bad Blood. Sounds intriguing, right?

Escape Room

Address: 3620 Long Beach Blvd Ste C11 Long Beach, CA 90807

Website: Escape Room

Opening hours: Mon: closed, Tue: 4:15 pm - 10:00 pm, Wed to Fri: 2:30 pm - 10:00 pm, Sat to Sun: 11:30 am - 10:00 pm

Price: 25-30 USD

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9. Laugh till you cry at The Laugh Factory

Neil P Shawcross at The Laughter Factory Comedy Club
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Known as the number one comedy club in the country, the Laugh Factory will leave you laughing until you cry. It is the home of pure talent, legendary, and high profile comedians that will surely give you all the laughs that you need. The Laugh Factory has also earned its reputation for having performances from famous personalities such as Nick Cannon, Jim Carrey, and David Letterman. This comedy club recognizes the talents of the comedians that perform in their club, that’s why they have started charging tickets to those who would like to visit a show. But rest assured that there is value for your money when you enter The Laugh Factory.

The Laugh Factory

Address: 8001 W Sunset Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90046

Website: The Laugh Factory

Opening hours: Mon to Thu, Sun: 9:30 am - 11:30 pm, Fri to Sat: 9:30 am - 1:30 am

Price: 20-30 USD

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10. Go for a dinner cruise

Long Beach Port
Source: Photo by Flickr user Jeff Shewan used under CC BY 2.0

Have you been wanting to treat yourself to something fancy? Or maybe with someone special? A Long Beach dinner cruise might be the perfect treat for you and your special someone. Spend your evening cruising and sailing around the harbor with a special four-course dinner, tasty champagne, plus live music to set the mood. There’s an available dance floor if you and your partner would like to get moving. This cruise tour lasts for three hours, so it’s really worth a try.

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Explore the night life at Long Beach

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Once the sun sets, life becomes more fun and exciting at Long Beach. There are plenty of rooftop bars and restaurants for you to enjoy. Make sure to visit the area at night to double the fun!

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