South Bay's weekend festivities

Summer concerts, family music days, car show and more

July 17, 2025

So, we’re in the heart of the Summer Concert season in the South Bay with live music events galore up and down the coast - there’s a dedicated section this week to help you decide which gig is right for you!

Love live music? Skip straight to the Live Music & Comedy section.

Featured below in this week’s issue:

🖼️ Echoes from the Edge: The history of Jazz and Punk in HB (info)
🎉 2025 South Bay Greek Festival (info)
🎶 Torrance Summer Nights: David Bowie Tribute (info)
🎶 Family Music Days @ The Point, El Segundo (info)
🏁 Relay for Life Car Show @ RB Performing Arts (info)

Featured Events

 Echoes from the Edge looks at how the contrasting genres of jazz and punk, found space to innovate and artistically thrive in Hermosa Beach. Don’t miss the one-night Punk Art Showcase TONIGHT, Thursday, July 17, from 6–8 pm. You’ll see:

  • Live music from suckerpunch

  • Live painting by Damian Fulton

  • Work from local artist Bob Dob

  • Punk photography from Kevin Salk

  • T-shirts by Chris Petersen

The exhibit runs through October, but this art night is one-time only. Admission is complimentary. RSVP online to get a free coozie at the door.

For 61 years, St. Katherine Greek Orthodox Church has hosted the South Bay Greek Festival, sharing the unique culture and traditions of Greece with the local community. The festival celebrates their enduring love of life, food, drink, and dance. Definitely worth a walk-through just for the homemade moussaka, souvlaki, and spanakopita!

🎶 Torrance Summer Nights @ Wilson Park Amphitheater, Torrance
July 19, Saturday | 5:00 PM
Space Oddity (David Bowie Tribute Band)

Ground Control to Major Fans! Put On Your Red Shoes and Dance the Blues with the ultimate David Bowie tribute event! You’re not Under Pressure to attend - but this is one Space Oddity you don’t want to miss!

☀️ Family Music Days @ The Point, El Segundo
July 19, Saturday | 12:00 PM

Local Anchor hosts Family Music Days - come and enjoy live performances, arts and crafts, games for all ages, local vendors - something for everyone in the family!

You don’t have to be a gearhead to enjoy a day of custom cars, motorcycles, food from Original Tommy’s, vendors, raffles, and live music by The IdelliX. Registration includes a T-shirt and dash-plaque. All proceeds support the American Cancer Society’s vision.

Summer Concerts

🎶 Summer Vibes – Summer Concert Series @ Manhattan Village, MB
July 17, Thursday | 6:00 PM
Adam Lasher + Band

🎶 Free Concerts on the Pier @ Fisherman’s Wharf, RB
July 17, Thursday | 6:00 PM
Bear Supply (AM Gold Tribute)
July 19, Saturday | 6:00 PM
Clone Wolves (Indie Rock)

🎶 Terranea Sound Series @ Nelson’s, RPV
July 18, Friday | 6:00 PM
Coriander
July 19, Saturday | 6:00 PM
Triple Bueno

🎶 Concert in the Park @ Ernie Howlett Park, Rolling Hills Estates
July 19, Saturday | 4:00 PM
Good Cop, Bad Cop

🎶 Torrance Summer Nights @ Wilson Park Amphitheater, Torrance
July 19, Saturday | 5:00 PM
Space Oddity (David Bowie Tribute Band)

🎶 Manhattan Beach Concerts in the Park @ Polliwog Park, MB
July 20, Sunday | 5:00 PM
ACME Time Machine (Jukebox Rock n’ Roll Classics)

Theatre & Arts

🎭 Shakespeare by the Sea:
As You Like It @ Polliwog Park, MB, July 17, Thursday | 7:00 PM
Julius Caesar @ Polliwog Park, MB July 18, Friday | 7:00 PM
Buckle your britches for two days of Shakespeare: a comedy of love, disguise, and witty wordplay, and a political tragedy of ambition, betrayal, and power. Friends, Romans, countrymen—bring a blanket and lend us your ears!

🎭 Shrek Jr. (Camp Curtain Call Show) @ Palos Verdes Performing Arts, PV
July 18, Friday | 2:00 PM
Shrek JR. brings a family-friendly twist on the classic story, with music, laughter, and a big green heart. That’ll do, Donkey, that’ll do!

🖼️ Opening: Art Exhibit Reception - "Five Muses" @ Gallery of Hermosa, HB
July 18, Friday | 5:00 PM
View the group exhibit “FIVE MUSES,” featuring work by five artists exploring distinct styles in painting and photography. Hosted in an intimate gallery setting.

🎭 The Aerospace Players: Damn Yankees (Opening Night) @ James Armstrong Theater, Torrance
July 18, Friday | 7:30 PM
The Aerospace Players present Damn Yankees, a musical comedy about a baseball fan who makes a deal with the Devil to beat the Yankees. Opening night kicks off a run of this Tony Award-winning classic.

🖼️ The Summer Show Opening Reception @ Palos Verdes Art Center
July 19, Saturday | 7:00 PM
Palos Verdes Art Center presents The Summer Show, a juried exhibition featuring work from members of its seven artist groups. The all-media show showcases a diverse range of styles across painting, photography, sculpture, and more.

Daytime Delights

🎉 Rock Around the Block @ Torrance Historical Society, Torrance
July 17, Thursday | 5:00 PM
The Torrance Historical Society’s Rock Around the Block returns with free games, entertainment, a car show, and more. Family-friendly and full of retro charm.

🎾 57th Annual Manhattan Beach Open Tennis Tournament @ Live Oak Park Tennis Courts and Mira Costa Tennis Courts, MB
July 17, Thursday | 5:00 PM
Enjoy watching players of all levels competing in a weekend of matches. Wimbledon might be over, but the action continues in Manhattan Beach!

🌊 ‘Nothin But Sand’ Beach Clean Up @ RB
July 19, Saturday | 10:00 AM
Help clean Redondo Beach at Heal the Bay’s Nothin’ But Sand event. Supplies provided—thank you to Bubbies Ice Cream for sponsoring.

🧑‍🎨 Summer Suck It: Art Freeform Play @ The Studio, HB
July 20, Sunday | 10:30 AM
Paint your feelings at Church of Craft: Summer Suck It, a cathartic art session for anyone feeling overwhelmed. Supplies and drinks provided—rage optional but welcome.

🎉 Julian Katz Memorial Bike Ride @ Miramar Park, RB
July 20, Sunday | 10:00 AM
Join a community bike ride in memory of Julian Katz, a local bicycle advocate. Hosted by Assembly Member Al Muratsuchi and South Bay Bicycle Coalition

🧺 Summer Vibes: Picnic & Grooves @ Manhattan Village, MB
July 20, Sunday | 2:00 PM (Line Dancing), 2:30 PM (Picnic)
Enjoy country music, line dancing lessons, and a bring-your-own picnic in The Plaza. VitaHustle will be on site with smoothies and gift bags.

🍹 Cheyenne's Sail Away Sunday @ Cheyenne's Sail Away Sunday, El Segundo
July 20, Sunday | 2:00 PM
Sip tiki drink specials and enjoy tropical-inspired food. A simple way to wind down island-style.

🏐 AVP Junior National Championships @ HB
July 21-23, Mon-Weds
The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) will host junior volleyball tournaments on both sides of the Pier. Young athletes will compete in a series of matches throughout the event.

Into the Evening

💃 Cuban Salsa Class @ Beach Life Fitness Boutique, RB
July 18, Friday | 6:00 PM
Learn Cuban salsa in a 1.5-hour workshop focusing on Rueda de Casino, a high-energy group dance. Then unwind next door at Lozios with a glass of wine.

🌃 Club Kokomo: Rooftop Tiki Nights @ Shade Hotel, MB
July 19, Saturday | 6:00 PM
Hang out every Saturday on Shade Hotel's rooftop for tiki cocktails, DJ sets, and ocean air. Cabanas are available if you’re feeling extra breezy.

🌃 Terranea: Stargazing Tour of the Night Sky @ Terranea, RPV
July 19, Saturday | 8:30 PM
Explore the night sky with an expert guide and telescope during an evening of astro-tourism. S’mores, stars, and a closer look at deep-sky objects await.

🎺 Jazz Legacy Project presents Billie Holiday - God Bless the Child - Cabaret Jazz Supper Club @ Harlyne J Norris Pavilion, Rolling Hills Estates
July 20, Sunday | 4:15 PM
Get your jazz fix with this amazing multimedia tribute led by Maria Howell. Live music, narration, and video celebrate Billie Holliday’s enduring influence.

Live Music and Comedy This Weekend

Here’s a small selection of live music and comedy events, or you can skip to the full Live Music & Comedy guide here.

Thursday & Friday

Saturday

Comedy

🎤 The Comedy & Magic Club @ HB
July 23, Wednesday
Alfred Robles | 8:00 PM

Coming Soon - Mark Your Calendar!

This summer marks 20 years since the passing of Charlie Saikley, the "Godfather of Beach Volleyball" and founder of the Manhattan Beach 6-Man Tournament. The tournament continues his legacy with costumes, competition, and now youth divisions joining the tradition.

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