🚴🏻♂️ Tour de Pier
The 14th Annual Tour de Pier announces this year’s star-studded line-up, bringing together entertainers, pro-athletes, and sports legends to spin for a cancer cure. Hosted by legendary sportscaster Rob Stone, the Tour de Pier is known for its blend of fitness, community spirit, and its commitment to philanthropy.
The Tour de Pier benefits three non-profit cancer organizations: the Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, Cancer Support Community South Bay, and the Uncle Kory Foundation for brain cancer research. These charities are dedicated to cancer research and providing support resources for patients, families, and caregivers. Set against the breathtaking Pacific Ocean backdrop, the Tour de Pier will be held on Sunday, May 17, at the Manhattan Beach Pier & Strand from 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Scheduled to appear: Paul Stanley (rock band KISS), Rob Stone (legendary sportscaster), Alexi Lalas (1994 FIFA World Cup™ soccer player, sports analyst, U.S. soccer legend, and a recent contestant on The Masked Singer), Mia Hamm (former USWNT Soccer Player and owner of Angel City FC), Denzel Perryman (Los Angeles Chargers), Willie McGinest (three-time NFL Super Bowl Champ), Jaren Lewison (actor, Never Have I Ever), Eric Musselman (USC Head Basketball Coach), Pete Carroll (NFL coaching icon), Chad Bowden (USC Football General Manager), plus members of USC football team, and more.
🧢 CT3 Foundation Polar Plunge
The CT Foundation will host their second annual CT3 Polar Plunge on February 1, 2026, at the Manhattan Beach Pier. The event will include a celebration on the beach featuring activities, giveaways, snacks and donuts, coffee, hot chocolate, and entertainment for all participants. And a special appearance by the Mira Costa High School Drum Line!
All participants will receive an event towel and finishers medal. Chris and Mary Taylor will co-host the event. Chris will be joined by Dodger teammates, Dodgers legends, and celebrities. For a plunge into the chilly Pacific Ocean.
🎃 35th Annual Pumpkin Race
READY, SET, GO! Get your pumpkin racers to our 35th Annual Pumpkin Race on Sunday, October 20th! Race a pumpkin down Manhattan Beach Boulevard and take part in the spectacle of the Manhattan Beach Pier area transformed into Pumpkin Race Land, where creativity runs wild and cheaters never prosper. Enjoy fun activities for all ages, make your own pumpkin racer and feel the thrill for what promises to be the most fun and unusual Halloween event your family has ever experienced! Don’t forget to show off your costume and bring your Halloween spirit! Races begin at 2:00 PM sharp.
🎉 Celebrating 40 years of the Downtown MB Business and Professional Association
👩🎤 🎶 This summer the Downtown Manhattan Beach Business and Professional Association (that's us!) is celebrating 40 RAD YEARS! On Thursday, July 24th, we’re throwing it back to 1985 all day long to celebrate the businesses who paved the way—and the ones still rockin’ today! Throughout Downtown, businesses will be pumping 80's tunes, some extended hours, and embracing everything amazing from 1985! So dust your favorite 80's gear and join in on the fun!!
Roundhouse Aquarium: Splash 2025
Splash: A Celebration – Luau Style - Thursday, May 1, Starts at 6PM
Save the date for a night of fun, food, and festivities benefitting the Roundhouse Aquarium and our shared passion for marine science and conservation. Stay tuned for more details!
🌎 Earth Day Celebration
Join the City of Manhattan Beach for an Earth Day Celebration on April 29th and participate in free earth month activities and events for a chance to win prizes. Download and print your stamp card, or pick up a physical card at the Manhattan Beach Farmers Market Information Booth or City Hall front desk, and collect stamps during April at participating locations - including the Manhattan Beach Farmers Market! CLICK HERE for a full list of locations.
REDEEM YOUR PRIZE: Bring your stamp card and pick up your prize at the Environmental Sustainability booth during the City's Earth Day Celebration on April 29th from 11am to 3pm.
🌎 Roundhouse Aquarium: Earth Day Celebration
Join us Saturday, April 19 from 10 AM to 4 PM for a free, family-friendly Earth Day celebration at the Roundhouse! Enjoy crafts, games, face painting, and exciting hands-on activities every half hour—like Plankton Races, dolphin and wildlife searches (bring binoculars!), and fish feeding fun. Don’t miss out—visit our website for the full schedule and to register!
🛍 LuLu's Nouvelle: Welcome to the South Bay Weekend
Join us March 1st & 2nd for “Welcome to the South Bay” Weekend to those who have lost their homes and are new to the community.
Our Happy Totes are back filled with lingerie, sleepwear, essentials generously donated from designers that we carry in house, as well as gift cards from local businesses.
To our customers, we will be taking in gently used clothing and handbags to set up in the boutique. If you have any donations, please reach out to us directly, and drop off donations are an option!
🛍 LuLu's Nouvelle: Welcome to the South Bay Weekend
Join us March 1st & 2nd for “Welcome to the South Bay” Weekend to those who have lost their homes and are new to the community.
Our Happy Totes are back filled with lingerie, sleepwear, essentials generously donated from designers that we carry in house, as well as gift cards from local businesses.
To our customers, we will be taking in gently used clothing and handbags to set up in the boutique. If you have any donations, please reach out to us directly, and drop off donations are an option!
CT3 Foundation Polar Plunge
The CT Foundation will host their second annual CT3 Polar Plunge on February 2, 2025, at the Manhattan Beach Pier. The event will include a celebration on the beach featuring activities, giveaways, snacks and donuts, coffee, hot chocolate, and entertainment for all participants. And a special appearance by the Mira Costa High School Drum Line!
All participants will receive an event towel and finishers medal. Chris and Mary Taylor will co-host the event. Chris will be joined by Dodger teammates, Dodgers legends, and celebrities. For a plunge into the chilly Pacific Ocean.
Following the plunge, Chris and Mary Taylor will host a VIP celebration brunch at the Shade Hotel featuring live entertainment, and live and silent auctions.
34th Annual Pumpkin Race
READY, SET, GO! Get your pumpkin racers to our 34th Annual Pumpkin Race on Sunday, October 20th! Race a pumpkin down Manhattan Beach Boulevard and take part in the spectacle of the Manhattan Beach Pier area transformed into Pumpkin Race Land, where creativity runs wild and cheaters never prosper. Enjoy fun activities for all ages, make your own pumpkin racer and feel the thrill for what promises to be the most fun and unusual Halloween event your family has ever experienced! Don’t forget to show off your costume and bring your Halloween spirit! Races begin at 2:00 PM sharp.
Roundhouse Aquarium: Keep It Green, Keep It Clean Earth Day Celebration
Keep It Green, Keep It Clean Earth Day Celebration
Location: Roundhouse Aquarium Teaching Center- Manhattan Beach Pier, Manhattan Beach , CA 90266
Get ready to Keep it Green, Keep it Clean with exciting hands-on activities to promote ocean conservation and sustainable living. Let's make a difference together! This is a free event for all ages, though we recommend RSVPing on our website. Make sure to check our schedule of activities to make sure you don't miss out on any fun! www.roundhouseaquarium.org/earthday
State of the City
City of Manhattan Beach and the Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce present an evening to discuss the city's latest developments, advancements, and future projects shaping the vibrant community of Manhattan Beach.
Tru Earth and Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup
Tru Earth and Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup are co-hosting a cleanup on Manhattan Beach! Join them in removing litter from the beach, protecting the ocean, having fun, and creating true, lasting change that helps save the planet. Make sure to bring your own reusable water bottle and sun protection. Meeting Place: 12th Street Lifeguard Tower
Roundhouse Aquarium: Dolphins' Challenges - Natural and Not
Join the Roundhouse for a presentation about the many challenges dolphins face, such as red tides, pollution, and predation. This talk will focus on local pods, as well as recent interactions observed with orcas.
Roundhouse Aquarium: King Tides Watch
On January 12th, join our community of climate enthusiasts and scientists document the natural phenomenon known as King Tides. We will be uploading these photos to the California Coastal Commission’s California King Tides Project to document the impact on our local coastline. After capturing photos of the King Tide, please join in the community discussion and discover the relationship between sea level rise and climate change alongside students and other climate community members.