This weekend in the South Bay

HB triathlon, Sidewalk sale, Regatta and Summer concerts

August 07, 2025

Summer rolls on in the South Bay with plenty of activities to enjoy, from sports to shopping and sailing to summer concerts! Have a wonderful weekend!

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

Featured this week:

🏊‍♀️ Hermosa Beach Triathlon (info)
🌞 Manhattan Summer Sidewalk Sale (info) 
⛵ 2025 Queen Mary Regatta (info)
🎶 Summer Concerts around the South Bay (info)

Featured Events

🏊 Hermosa Beach Triathlon @ along the shores of HB
August 10, Sunday | 7:00 AM Start

Come and cheer on all the incredible athletes (of all skill levels) participating in this year’s HB Triathlon - all the action is taking place in central HB: (map here)

  • Swim: ¼ Mile in the ocean, just south of the Pier 

  • Bike: 10 miles up and down Valley/Ardmore off Pier Ave

  • Run: 3 miles heading north (from Pier) and back on the Strand

It may be too late to register - but never too late to get down to the beach and support this USA Triathlon-sanctioned event.

🌞 Summer Sidewalk Sale @ Manhattan Beach Pier, MB
August 8-10 Fri-Sun | 10:00 AM

Image by Downtown Manhattan Beach

Downtown Manhattan Beach's Summer Sidewalk Sale is serving up some screaming deals - no excuse not to shop till you drop and score some sweet summer steals!

Image by King Harbor Yacht Club

The Queen May Regatta sets sail for Long Beach from King Harbor for 2025’s nautical adventure, presented by King Harbor and Shoreline Yacht Clubs. Vessels of 22’+ are welcome to register by Friday, 8/8. Get a great view from King Harbor! “The ocean stirs the heart, inspires the imagination, and brings eternal joy to the soul!”

Summer Concerts

🎶 Summer Vibes – Summer Concert Series @ Manhattan Village, MB
August 7, Thursday
David Rosales and His Band of Scoundrels | 6:00 PM

🎶 Terranea Sound Series @ Nelson’s, RPV
August 8, Friday
Anthem Road Cover Band | 7:00 PM
August 9, Saturday
RemiX | 7:00 PM

🎶 El Segundo Summer Concerts @ Library Park, El Segundo
August 10, Sunday
Dan Delgado | 4:00 PM

🎶 Summer Concerts @ The Point, El Segundo
August 13, Wednesday
Joe’s Band (Top 40s) | 6:00 PM

Image courtesy of joemiddler

Theatre & Shows

🖼️ "Infinite Possibilities" Art Show & Sale @ Gallery of Hermosa, HB
August 8, Friday | 8:00 AM
Over 100 mystery 8x8 artworks are up for grabs at this unique art show—score a unique piece at a great price and show your support for local youth art.

Image by Gallery of Hermosa

🖼️ Annual Community Exhibition (ACE) @ Manhattan Beach Art Center
August 8, Friday | 10:00 AM
From first-timers to seasoned pros, 115 local artists showcase the vibrant heart of Manhattan Beach in this eclectic community exhibition.

🎙️ Fritz Coleman: “Unassisted Living” @ Manhattan Beach Community Church
August 9, Saturday | 2:00 PM
Fritz Coleman brings the laughs with his one-man comedy show about life, aging, and weather that never happens!

🍿 Movies in the Park @ Civic Center, Rancho Palos Verdes
August 9, Saturday | 7:00 PM
Catch a movie under the stars with family fun, food trucks, and sweeping views of Catalina.

🎭 Torrance Theatre Company: Something Rotten! (Opening) @ James R. Armstrong Theatre, Torrance
August 9, Saturday | 8:00 PM
Shakespeare meets Broadway in this hilarious musical about the Bottom brothers and the birth of the very first show tune.

Daytime Delights

🤝 Torrance Friendship Games 2025 @ North High School, Torrance
August 8, Friday | 10:00 AM
Cheer on young athletes as Torrance and Japan face off in a feel-good baseball showdown of friendship and competition.

🧘 Relax and Reflect @ Mahamudra Kadampa Meditation Center, HB
August 9, Saturday | 10:00 AM
Unwind with guided Buddhist meditation and leave your stress behind—no experience required, just an open mind.

🎓 Los Angeles Alumnae Panhellenic - Sunflower Day @ Marmalade Cafe, El Segundo
August 9, Saturday | 11:00 AM
Sorority sisters, sunflowers, and brunch. It’s a blooming celebration of NPC life in El Segundo.

🌞 Summer Oasis: Practices for Soul Rejuvenation @ Beach Life Fitness Boutique, RB
August 9, Saturday | 11:00 AM
Restore your inner glow with mindful breathing, self-massage, and visualization in this soul-soothing session.

🚨 Redondo Beach National Night Out @ RB Performing Arts Center
August 9, Saturday | 3:00 PM
Redondo’s National Night Out is back—gear up for community bonding, first-responder fun, and local pride all in one lively night.

Image courtesy of redondobeachpd

🍷 Sunday Rooftop Soirée @ Shade Hotel MB & RB
August 10, Sunday | 12:00 PM
Every Sunday, sip rosé and snack on bites at Shade Hotel’s rooftop Soirée. Cabanas are available, if you’re feeling fancy.

☕ Coffee with a Cop @ Starbucks Coffee, 530 N. Pacific Coast Hwy., El Segundo
August 12, Tuesday | 8:00 AM
Sip coffee and chat casually with your local police—no speeches, just neighborly vibes.

Into the Evening

💿 AQUA – DJ Sunset Rooftop Lounge - Opening Day @ Shade Redondo Beach
August 8, Friday | 7:00 PM
Reserve your spot on the Aquadeck to enjoy DJ Subaya, craft cocktails, small plates, and a rather pleasant view.

🍷 Rooftop Tiki Nights @ Shade Hotel MB
August 9, 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.

Live Music and Comedy This Weekend

Thursday & Friday

🎶 Saint Rocke @ HB
Aug 7, Thursday
Girls Night Out ft. The Hunks | 8:00 PM

Saturday

Sunday

Comedy

🎤 The Comedy & Magic Club @ HB
Aug 7, Thursday
Jackie Fabulous | 8:00 PM

Meetings & Networking

🥞 Club Member and Customer Appreciation Breakfast @ Los Angeles Air Force Base, 483 N Aviation Blvd, El Segundo
August 12, Tuesday | 7:00 AM
A hot breakfast buffet says “thank you” to Club Members!

🤝 TACC - Speed Networking @ F&M Bank Torrance Office, 22400 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance
August 12, Tuesday | 8:00 AM
Power through pastries and pitches at this speed networking breakfast in Torrance.

Image by Torrance Chamber

🤝 Chamber 101 @ Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce
August 12, Tuesday | 8:30 AM
Get the inside scoop on the Chamber of Torrance at this 1-on-1 session—perfect for members and future members ready to unlock networking power and business resources.

🤝 Vision 2050 Community Workshop @ Sue Carter Community Room, inside El Segundo Library
August 13, Wednesday | 6:00 PM
Help shape the future of El Segundo at this community workshop focused on the city’s Vision 2050 plan.

Image courtesy of elsegundocity

Coming Soon - Mark Your Calendar!

🎉 MBO Walk of Fame Pier Ceremony @ MB
August 14, Thursday (next week) | time TBA
The legendary AVP Manhattan Beach Open returns—expect epic matches, Olympians, and a few road closures.

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Cheers, Marcus
Redondo Beach Dad,
Editor, Listen Up Beaches!