11 Events You Didn’t Know Were Happening in South Bay This Week

☀️ Hello South Bay,
This week we’re diving into beach tournaments, disco flashbacks, global fusion sounds, and a pier-side indie set that might just become your new favorite summer memory. Whether you’re dancing under the stars, laughing in a golf lounge, or stitching with new friends, the coast is calling.

👇 Let’s get into it:

🗓️ This Week in the South Bay

Thursday, July 31
😂 Comedy Show at MNML Golf Club @ Redondo Beach
🎼 Sunset Series at SCBG: Sitar Meets Pop Night @ Palos Verdes
🎶 Adriano Bravo Band - Summer Concert Series @ Manhattan Beach

Friday, August 1
🏐 Charlie Saikley 6‑Man Beach Volleyball Tournament @ Hermosa Beach

Saturday, August 2
🪡 Stitch and Sew Redondo - North Branch @ Redondo Beach/Torrance
🎤 Concerts on the Pier: Aster Baby & the Wild Rabbits @ Redondo Beach
🏐 Charlie Saikley 6-Man Volleyball Continues @ Manhattan Beach

Sunday, August 3
🏊 Dwight Crum Pier-to-Pier Swim @ Hermosa Beach
🎙️ Concerts in the Park: The Doobie Doubles @ Manhattan Beach

Monday, August 4
🎶 Zumba in the Park - Summer Free Fitness @ Redondo Beach

Tuesday, August 5
☀️ Gardena Summer Block Party @ Gardena

Wednesday, August 6
🎵 The Point Summer Concerts - Charis & The Groove (Disco) @ El Segundo

🌟 Featured Events & Local Highlights

 🎵 The Point Summer Concerts - Charis & The Groove (Disco)

📍 The Point, 850 S. Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo, CA 90245
🕒 Wednesday, August 6 | 6PM – 8PM
💰 Free

Get your groove on with disco classics and soul-funk flair at The Point’s lively summer concert series. Charis & The Groove bring throwback energy and powerful vocals to this upbeat outdoor show. Bring a blanket, grab a drink, and dance into the golden hour with local style.

🔹 Disco throwbacks with soul-funk energy and live vocals
🔹 Outdoor concert with food, drinks, and sunset vibes
🔹 Dance-friendly crowd and laid-back summer setting
👉 Event Info

🏐 Charlie Saikley 6‑Man Beach Volleyball Tournament

📍 Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach, CA
🕒 Friday & Saturday, August 1 & 2 | 9AM – 5PM
💰 Free to Spectate

Join the city of Manhattan Beach for a two-day beach volleyball spectacle packed with costumes, spikes, and spirited competition. This iconic summer tournament blends serious talent with wild outfits, surf side fun, and a deep local tradition. Stake out a spot in the sand and cheer on SoCal’s best.

🔹 Legendary tournament with wild costumes and big plays
🔹 Spirited beachside crowds and SoCal volleyball energy
🔹 Iconic local tradition with two full days of action
👉 Event Info

🏊 Dwight Crum Pier-to-Pier Swim

📍 South of Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach Pier
🕒 Sunday, August 3 | 9AM - 11AM
💰 Free to Spectate

Join Hermosa’s open-water swim challenge where hundreds take the plunge from pier to pier. This historic ocean race spans nearly two miles along the coast and brings out swimmers of all ages and backgrounds. Arrive early to watch the start and root for finishers on the sand.

🔹 Iconic 2-mile ocean swim between two piers
🔹 Swimmers of all levels in a coastal endurance test
🔹 Great spectator energy from beach to finish line
👉 Event Info

🪡 Stitch N Sew Redondo - North Branch

📍 Redondo Beach Library – North Branch, 2000 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
🕒 Saturday, August 2 | 11AM - 2PM
💰 Free

Join Redondo’s coziest creative meetup for stitching, conversation, and needlework inspiration. Whether you’re quilting, cross-stitching, or hand-sewing, this all-levels event is a friendly place to craft with neighbors and learn something new. Bring your project or start fresh with shared supplies.

🔹 All-levels needlework meetup with local makers
🔹 Friendly space for quilting, sewing, and cross-stitch
🔹 Bring your own project or use shared supplies
👉 Event Info

🎙️ Concerts in the Park: The Doobie Doubles

📍 Polliwog Park Amphitheater, Manhattan Beach
🕒 Sunday, August 3 | 5PM – 7PM
💰 Free

Grab your blanket and head to Polliwog Park for a sunset concert tribute to the Doobie Brothers. Family-friendly vibes, a breezy playlist, and nostalgic rock anthems make this one of the South Bay’s favorite free events. Bring snacks, friends, and singing voices for a perfect summer night.

🔹 Tribute to the Doobie Brothers with sunset rock vibes
🔹 Family-friendly setting with room to picnic and dance
🔹 Free community concert with singalong classics
👉 Event Info

 🎼 Sunset Series at SCBG: Sitar Meets Pop Night

📍 South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes
🕒 Thursday, July 31 | 5PM
💰 $18 Regular | $39 VIP

Experience a one-of-a-kind fusion of classical Indian sitar and Western pop music amid the garden’s 87-acre oasis. This outdoor show pairs lush greenery with global sound, inviting guests to unwind with bold melodies and botanical beauty. Bring a blanket, stroll the trails, and soak in the sonic journey.

🔹 Fusion of classical sitar and modern pop sounds
🔹 Outdoor concert surrounded by lush garden trails
🔹 Chill sunset vibe with music, nature, and blankets
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☀️ Gardena Summer Block Party

📍 City Hall Complex, 1700 W. 162nd St., Gardena, CA 90247
🕒 Tuesday, August 5 | 6PM – 8PM
💰 Free

Kick off your evening with food trucks, music, and neighborhood fun at Gardena’s outdoor summer celebration. This all-ages block party blends live entertainment, games, and good eats for a casual community night out. Come for the music, stay for the laughs, and soak up the small-town energy.

🔹 Food trucks, games, and live entertainment
🔹 Family-friendly fun with neighborhood charm
🔹 Easygoing evening with music and community vibes
👉 Event Info

🎤 Concerts on the Pier: Aster Baby & the Wild Rabbits

📍 Redondo Beach Pier, 100 Fisherman’s Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA
🕒 Saturday, August 2 | 6PM
💰 Free Entry

Kick off your Saturday night with soulful indie-pop under the lights at Redondo Beach Pier. Aster Baby & the Wild Rabbits bring rich vocals, coastal breeze, and good vibes to one of the South Bay’s most scenic stages. Expect sunset views, pier snacks, and spontaneous dancing.

🔹 Soulful indie-pop with ocean breeze and live vocals
🔹 Sunset views, pier snacks, and spontaneous dancing
🔹 Scenic seaside stage with laid-back summer vibes
👉 Event Info

🎶 Zumba in the Park - Free Summer Fitness

📍 Julia Field, 7165 Julia Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
🕒 Monday, August 4 | 6:30PM – 7:30PM
💰 Free Entry

Come move to the beat during this high-energy Zumba class set outdoors under the setting sun. Whether you're a regular or first-timer, this free fitness event brings cardio, dance, and community to the heart of Redondo. Bring water, comfy shoes, and summer vibes.

🔹 High-energy outdoor workout with dance and music
🔹 All fitness levels welcome—just show up and move
🔹 Sunset setting with great community vibes
👉 Event Info

😂 Comedy Show @ MNML Golf Club

📍 MNML Golf, 136 N. Catalina Ave. Redondo Beach, CA 90277
🕒 Thursday, July 31 | Doors at 7:00 PM, Show at 8:00 PM
💰 $20

Step inside Redondo’s sleekest golf-inspired clubhouse for an afternoon of punchlines, open mic surprises, and laid-back laughs. Hosted by local comics, this daytime comedy session brings good vibes, cold drinks, and sharp wit to an unexpected stage. Come for the jokes, stay for the crowd energy.

🔹 Stand-up comedy inside a sleek golf clubhouse
🔹 Local comics, open mic sign-ups, and surprise sets
🔹 Cool crowd, cold drinks, and laid-back energy
👉 Event Info

🎶 Adriano Bravo Band - Summer Concert Series

📍 Manhattan Village, 3200 Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
🕒 Thursday, July 31 | 6PM – 8PM
💰 Free

Latin grooves, live percussion, and electric energy light up Manhattan Village for this midweek concert. Adriano Bravo Band brings the rhythm, while food, drinks, and community connections keep the night flowing. Grab a seat, sip something cold, and dance into the evening.

🔹 Latin beats, smooth vocals, and live percussion
🔹 Open-air seating with food and drink vendors
🔹 Upbeat crowd energy and midweek dance vibes
👉 Event Info

📸 South Bay Snapshot

See you out there,

If you made it this far, you’re officially in the know. Share this with a friend who’s always asking what’s happening in the South Bay—and maybe we’ll see you both at the next beach concert, disco night, or pier swim. Stay coastal, stay curious.

Until next Thursday,
Jaime
Curator @MySouthBay

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