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! 

2025 UPCOMING EVENTS

LA FLEET WEEK 2025: MAY 22-26

LA FLEET WEEK 2025: MAY 22-26

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

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. 

CARS AND STRIPES FOREVER!®

CARS AND STRIPES FOREVER!®

With classic cars and motorcycles on display, this patriotic event serves up live music on multiple stages, a thirst-quenching beer garden and a tasty selection of food trucks. 

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.

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SENSORY SENSITIVE SATURDAYS

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

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.

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!

LA PULGA

LA PULGA

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

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!

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!

CONCERTS AT THE HARBOR

CONCERTS AT THE HARBOR

Grand Vision is presenting four outdoor concerts that will add live music to San Pedro events on the waterfront.These outdoor concerts are free and open to the public. 
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.

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.

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 both San Pedro and Wilmington.

RECENT PAST EVENTS

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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.