Hello, Summer Vibes

Hey South Bay 🌴

Summer’s in full effect—sunsets are longer, weekends are louder, and your flip-flops are probably living their best life. Whether you're chasing live music, beachside BBQs, or just trying to find the best iced latte on the strand, we’ve got you.

👇 Here’s what’s happening this week:

🗓️ This Week in the South Bay

Thursday, June 26
🍔 Beach Cities Walk Kick-Off BBQ @ Torrance
🎸 Barley, Nick James & Taft Buckley @ Hermosa Beach
🪄 Magic Show | Nick Paul & Taylor Hughes @ Hermosa Beach

Friday, June 27
🎡 Riviera Village Summer Festival @ Redondo Beach
🤠 Louis Thomass & The Surfing Cowboys @ Hermosa Beach
🤙 Feed the Kitty @ Redondo Beach
🎶 Nelson’s Sound Series @ Rancho Palos Verdes

Saturday, June 28
🏐 SmackFest 2025 @ Hermosa Beach
🎵 Torrance Summer Nights @ Torrance
🗑 RB Beach Clean-Up @ Redondo Beach
🎸 BackTracks Classic Rock @ Redondo Beach
🌅 Mat Pilates on the Beach @ Redondo Beach
🎆 Founder’s Day Event 2025 @ Lomita

Sunday, June 29
🎡 Riviera Village Summer Festival @ Redondo Beach

Monday, June 30
🧘‍♂️ Mindful Yoga on the Beach @ Hermosa Beach

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🌟 Featured Events & Local Highlights

🍔 Beach Cities Walk Kick‑Off BBQ

📍 Clearwater at SouthBay, Torrance
🕒 Thursday, June 26 | 4PM – 6PM
💰 Free Entry

Nothing says "community spirit" like burgers and brisket with your neighbors. This beach-adjacent BBQ kicks off the summer walking series, but let’s be honest—you’re coming for the food first, steps second.

🔹 Burgers, dogs & good vibes
🔹 Meet locals & walking buddies
🔹 Tunes + lawn games = perfect pre-weekend
👉 Event Info

🤠 Barley with Nick James & Taft Buckley

📍 Saint Rocke, Hermosa Beach
🕒 Thursday, June 26 | 8:30PM
💰 Ticketed

Three soulful acts bring a little twang and a lotta heart to the Hermosa scene. Americana with a side of sea breeze? Yes, please.

🔹 Live acoustic sets
🔹 Ocean air + open mic energy
🔹 Grab a drink, stay a while
👉 Event Info

🪄 Magic Show | Taylor Hughes & Nick Paul

📍 Magic & Comedy Club, Hermosa Beach
🕒 Thursday, June 26 | 8PM
💰 Ticketed

Expect sleight of hand, laughter, and a few “wait, what just happened?” moments. This isn’t cheesy birthday magic—these guys are legit.

🔹 Mind-blowing tricks
🔹 Laughs for all ages
🔹 Date night material
👉 Event Info

🌴 Riviera Village Summer Festival

📍 Riviera Village, Redondo Beach
🕒 Friday, June 27-29 | 10AM – 8PM
💰 Free Entry

Stroll the streets of Riviera Village as it turns into a beachside block party—think food, music, and artisan booths galore.

🔹 Live bands on every corner
🔹 Local eats + handmade finds
🔹 Classic South Bay energy
👉 Event Info

🤠 Louis Thomass & The Surfing Cowboys

📍 Patrick’s Molloy Sports Bar, Hermosa Beach
🕒 Friday, June 27 | 8PM
💰 Ticketed

Country twang meets the tide as Louis Thomass & The Surfing Cowboys take over the Redondo Pier. It’s coastal cool with a southern kick: boots in the sand, ocean breeze, and sunset tunes you’ll be humming all weekend.

🔹 Country rock meets beachy beats
🔹 Good drinks, great crowd
🔹 Dancing encouraged
👉 Event Info

🗑 RB Beach Clean-Up

📍 The Aloha Bungalow, Redondo Beach
🕒 Saturday, June 28 | 8:30AM- 10AM
💰 Free for All

Kick off your Saturday with some feel-good action at the Redondo Beach Clean-Up. It’s quick, easy, and makes the coast look even better. Bring a buddy or just show up—good vibes guaranteed.

🔷 All ages welcome
🔷 Bags & gloves provided
🔷 Coffee after highly recommended
👉 Event Info

🎶 Feed the Kitty

📍 R/10 Social House, Redondo Beach
🕒 Friday, June 27 | 6PM-9PM
💰 Free

This band brings the fun (and some surprising song choices). It's part rock show, part comedy hour, all good times.

🔹 Covers, jokes & crowd antics
🔹 No cover—just tips!
🔹 Great with a beer in hand
👉 Event Info

🎵 Nelson’s Sunset Sound Series

📍 Sunset Bluff at Nelson's, Rancho Palos Verdes
🕒 Friday, June 27-28 | 7PM – 10PM
💰 Ticketed

Classy but not uptight, this cliffside concert series pairs chill music with even chiller views. Sunset selfies highly encouraged.

🔹 Acoustic sets with an ocean view
🔹 Wine-friendly lawn setup
🔹 Relaxed, date night-approved
👉 Event Info

🏐 Torrance Summer Nights

📍 Charles H. Wilson Park, Torrance
🕒 Saturday, June 28 | 5PM
💰 Free Parking & Admission

It’s part market, part concert, all community love. Come for the music, stay for the kettle corn and friendly faces.

🔹 Food trucks & craft vendors
🔹 Live music + kid zone
🔹 Local vibe, easy parking
👉 Event Info

🏐 SmackFest 2025

📍 Hermosa Beach Pier, CA 90277
🕒 Saturday, June 28 | 8AM
💰 Free Parking & Admission

Think sun, sand, and spike-worthy volleyball action—or just kick back on the beach and soak it all in. With beats from the DJ and a family-friendly vibe, it’s the kind of weekend outing that feels like a mini holiday.

🔹Free to watch (and people-watch)
🔹 DJs + dance-offs between sets
🔹 Teams in hilarious outfits
👉 Event Info

🎸 BackTracks Classic Rock

📍 Starboard Attitude, Redondo Beach Pier, CA
🕒 Saturday, June 28 | 3:30PM– 7:30PM
💰 Free Admission

If you love air guitar and know all the words to Don't Stop Believin’, this one’s for you. Classic rock covers that’ll have you dancing in the sand.

🔹 Live '70s/'80s rock
🔹 Big sound, casual crowd
🔹 Sing-alongs guaranteed
👉 Event Info

🎆 Founder’s Day Event

📍 Lomita Blvd & Narbonne Ave. ( Downtown Lomita, CA)
🕒 Saturday, June 28-29 | 10AM – 9PM
💰 Free Admission

Lomita goes big with a small-town heart. This hometown favorite is a festive evening full of nostalgia, celebration, and, of course, fireworks that light up the night. And this year, it’s extra special—Lomita is turning 60! Come celebrate six decades of community, charm, and unforgettable memories. 

🔹 Local bands all evening
🔹 Food trucks + fair snacks
🔹 Fireworks just after dark
👉 Event Info

🌅 Mat Pilates on the Beach

📍 631 Vincent St, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
🕒 Saturday, June 28 | 4:30 – 8:00 PM
💰 Donation Encouraged

Stretch, breathe, and sneak in a tan. It’s the most peaceful workout you’ll do all week—plus, the view’s not bad either.

🔹 Sunset pilates class
🔹 BYO mat + water + healthy snacks
🔹 Chill, zen beach energy
👉 Event Info

🧘 Mindful Yoga on the Beach

📍 Adjacent to Scottys on the Pier, Hermosa Beach, CA 90277
🕒 Monday, June 30 | 6:30PM
💰 Free Admission

Start your week right at Yoga on the Beach in Hermosa—a refreshing, all-levels yoga session held right on the sand near sunset. A welcoming combo of wellness and community connection. Just bring your mat and meet on the sand.

🔷 Free beach yoga
🔷 Community vibes
🔷 Come for the stretch, stay for the convo
👉 Event Info

📸 South Bay Snapshot

Thanks for cruising through this week’s lineup!

Love what we’re doing? Forward this to a friend or two who needs a little more South Bay in their life. We’re growing one good vibe at a time.

🌴 Jaime, CEO
(Chief Enjoyment Officer) @MySouthBay

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