Manhattan Beach Parks & Rec

08/28/2026

What does an art exhibition look like at 80% complete? 🎨

Three days before opening, most of the paintings and sculptures were in place, but wall trim, finishing touches and a few carefully crafted details were still underway.

Cultural Arts Senior Recreation Leader Ceejay takes us behind the scenes to share the timeline and teamwork required to transform the Manhattan Beach Art Center, including the ornate frames created by our staff.

Now it’s your turn to see the finished exhibition! Enjoy art created by your neighbors, find inspiration for your next ceramics or painting class or simply stop by and cool off.

The Annual Community Exhibition is on view through October 5.

Gallery Hours
Wednesday–Thursday: 10 AM–9 PM
Friday–Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM

08/25/2026

Where could 25¢ take you? 🚌

Suzanna recently celebrated an incredible milestone — 500 rides with Manhattan Beach Dial-A-Ride!

Dial-A-Ride provides shared, curb-to-curb transportation for Manhattan Beach residents ages 55+ and individuals with disabilities. And a one-way ride within Manhattan Beach costs just 25¢.

Whether you've seen Dial-A-Ride around town or you're hearing about it for the first time, Suzanna's 500 rides are a great reminder of how this City service can help residents stay active, independent, and connected to their community.

Where could your first ride take you?

Learn more or register: (310) 545-3500

📸 Ken M.

08/19/2026

An incredible honor for our Older Adults Program! 💚

The Friendship Foundation presented the program with its Community Impact Award, recognizing volunteers who make a positive difference in their communities.

Through Friendship Foundation Bingo events, our members volunteer their time, share plenty of laughs and build meaningful friendships with youth and adults with disabilities. This intergenerational partnership is a beautiful example of what can happen when people come together through connection and belonging.

Please join us in congratulating our Older Adults Program on its award! 👏

08/19/2026

🌙 NIGHT SWIM 🏊‍♂️

This week’s Moment of the Week features Begg Pool, where the Masters PM class is putting in laps under the pool lights.

Led by Coach Niecia, swimmers participate in tailored workouts that focus on technique, stamina, and speed, all in a fun and supportive environment. Whether they are preparing to compete or simply enjoying time in the water with others, there is something for every goal.

📸 Photo captured by Coach Niecia.

08/13/2026

Four Sundays. Four bands. One final month of live music in the park. 🎶

Here’s who’s closing out the 2026 Concerts in the Park season:

✨ August 16 — Gypsy Dreams
Fleetwood Mac tribute and classic rock

🎸 August 23 — The Police Academy
The music of The Police and new wave rock

🕺 August 30 — Stone Soul
Motown, soul and R&B

🪩 September 6 — ABBA LA
Pop and disco favorites

Join us Sundays from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Polliwog Park Amphitheater. Concerts are free!

08/13/2026

Ever wonder what it takes to bring Concerts in the Park to life? 🎶

Meet Linda R., our Senior Management Analyst! From budgets and contracts to coordinating countless behind-the-scenes details, Linda helps lay the groundwork for each concert long before the music begins.

And that’s only scratching the surface of what she does for Manhattan Beach Parks and Recreation!

08/11/2026

🍂 MB residents, your first pick of fall classes starts now!

The Fall 2026 MANHAPPENINGS catalog has arrived, featuring classes, workshops, aquatics, after-school programs and seasonal events for all ages.

⭐ MB resident registration: Open now
📅 Nonresident registration: Opens August 24

Comment "FALL" to explore the digital catalog and start planning your season!

07/16/2026

Something wicked this way comes. 🌙⚔️

Shakespeare by the Sea brings Macbeth to the Polliwog Park Amphitheater for two nights of ambition, betrayal and prophecy under the stars.

📅 July 16 & 17
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Polliwog Park Amphitheater

Will Macbeth outrun his fate—or fulfill it?

Experience Shakespeare’s Macbeth under the stars with a free outdoor performance by Shakespeare by the Sea.

07/15/2026

Watch the 58th Annual Manhattan Beach Open Tennis Tournament come down to Championship Sunday.
 
See the finals live at Manhattan Country Club and cheer on the players competing to become this year’s champions.
 
📅 Sunday, July 19
⏰ Matches begin at 9 AM
🎟️ Free admission

07/13/2026

One tiny camper review. Two live reaction locations. ⚽️🍦
 
When she said Beach Aqualetics was “good,” City Hall and Beach Aqualetics reacted like it was the winning goal.
 
And when she nodded yes to coming back tomorrow?
 
That’s when we knew we knocked it out of the park. 🎥 ✨Мечтательница