Historic Downtown San Pedro comes alive every 1st Thursday of the month! Art galleries and studios are open to the public from 6pm to 9pm. Shops are open late and live bands play on the corner of 6th Street and Mesa. Every First Thursday is a unique event with free music, dancing, and performances right on the street.
Meander the shops and galleries at your own pace or join the FREE one hour First Thursday Artwalk Tour which features a different itinerary each month, highlighting the diverse talents of local and visiting artists along the Arts District of Downtown San Pedro. The tour begins at the Chamber of Commerce Board Room Gallery (6:30 PM) and visits 2 or 3 galleries/studios each month. It provides an opportunity to hear from and talk to the artists and curators about their shows.
The picturesque downtown area features crisscrossing Tivoli lights, creating a fun and vibrate atmosphere. You can dine at one of the various restaurants with cuisines ranging from American to English, Mexican, Mediterranean, Italian, Japanese, Hungarian, Thai, Organic Raw Vegan Cuisine and more. If you’re not in the mood for a restaurant, Gourmet Food Trucks line the streets along 6th, 7th and Mesa.
Parking is always free in the downtown area after 6:00 PM. The Red Car Trolley runs every First Thursday from 4 PM to 10 PM between Crafted and Downtown San Pedro. Find the current Trolley Route here.
For more information, visit the 1st Thursday website.
Historic Downtown San Pedro is just steps away from the waterfront and features a collage of architecture, shopping, dining, art, entertainment and browsing. With its small town atmosphere and many family-owned businesses, Historic Downtown San Pedro reminds many of the neighborhood of their youth.
A wonderful time to experience Historic Down Town San Pedro is on every Friday of the month when the Local Harvest Farmers’ Market is open between 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Every Friday is unique at this event with local musicians performing while you shop for Certified California Grown farm fresh fruits, vegetables, plants and flowers. You can also enjoy fresh hot fare from one of our many vendors, gourmet specialty foods and treats along with shopping for that special something from one of the arts & crafts vendors.
Every Friday through Sunday at CRAFTED you can find fun hands-on craft activities appropriate for all ages. Classes are offered by various vendors and range from candle making, silk scarf marbling, painting, knitting, jewelry making, and more! Prices vary. Check the CRAFTED website to see which classes are happening this weekend!
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium invites the public to participate in their monthly Beach Clean-Up. Keep our Coastal Park eco-friendly and clean! Come find out what marine debris is doing to our ocean and help us to collect and categorize what we find on Cabrillo Beach. Meet at the steps in front of the John M. Olguin Auditorium. Free and open to all ages.
Groups are required to make reservations by the Thursday before the event. Call Monday through Friday between 9am to 5pm at 310-548-7562.
Following a morning of conservation efforts, visitors can extend their experience by visiting the aquarium’s Exploration Center, Aquatic Nursery, Virginia Reid Moore Marine Research Library and the Susanne Lawrenz-Miller Exhibit Hall. The Aquarium displays local marine life of Southern California and will be open to the public from 10 AM to 5 PM.
Plan to stop by CMA’s volunteer-run gift shop for a wide selection of gifts and books.
Vintage Fire Fighting equipment on display at the Old Fire Station in the San Pedro City Municipal Building. Volunteers are happy to answer all your questions. There’s a lot of exhibits packed into a small space.
NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify date, time, location and other information prior to going. While we strive to present information as accurately as possible, event details may change at any time. Always check with the event organizer when planning to attend this event or purchase tickets.
Every Friday through Sunday at CRAFTED you can find fun hands-on craft activities appropriate for all ages. Classes are offered by various vendors and range from candle making, silk scarf marbling, painting, knitting, jewelry making, and more! Prices vary. Check the CRAFTED website to see which classes are happening this weekend!
Visit the White Point Preserve Nature Center for hands-on science activities, children’s literature, and art projects; to ignite your imagination and expand your knowledge about the natural world. Live animals occasionally included.
The whole family can experience a hands-on-science exploration of one of the Peninsula’s amazing wildlife species! Learn and listen as wonderful librarian, Carla Sedlacek, shares children’s literature featuring the featured animal. Afterwards, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the wildlife exhibits in the Nature Center, take a self-guided family walk on the trails, and enjoy lunch (bring your own) by the sea at a shady picnic table under historic trees.
Free and appropriate for all ages. Stroller friendly. Leashed dogs welcome. Reservations recommended.
2019 Exploration Themes:
- July 6 PV Blue Butterfly
- Aug 3 Cactus Wren
- Sept 7 Desert Cottontail
- Oct 5 Hummingbirds
- Nov 2 Gray Fox
- Dec 7 Peregrine Falcon
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy hosts nature walks throughout the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Check our South Bay Events Calendar for upcoming events and hikes.
Additional information about White Point Nature Education Center & Preserve.
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Open House List by City
Typically from 1:00 – 4:00 each day, unless otherwise noted. See property details for exact times.
Carson Open House
El Segundo Open House
Gardena Open House
Harbor City Open House
Hermosa Beach Open House
Lakewood Open House
Lawndale Open House
Lomita Open House
Long Beach Open House
Los Angeles Open House
Manhattan Beach Open House
Palos Verdes Open House
Rancho Palos Verdes Open House
Redondo Beach Open House
Rolling Hills Estates Open House
San Pedro Open House
Torrance Open House
Wilmington Open House
NOTE: It is always a good idea to verify date, time, location and other information prior to going. While we strive to present information as accurately as possible, event details may change at any time. Always check with the event organizer when planning to attend this event or purchase tickets.Every Friday through Sunday at CRAFTED you can find fun hands-on craft activities appropriate for all ages. Classes are offered by various vendors and range from candle making, silk scarf marbling, painting, knitting, jewelry making, and more! Prices vary. Check the CRAFTED website to see which classes are happening this weekend!
Open Houses by City
Typically from 1:00 – 4:00 each day, unless otherwise noted. See property details for exact times.
Carson Open House
El Segundo Open House
Gardena Open House
Harbor City Open House
Hermosa Beach Open House
Lakewood Open House
Lawndale Open House
Lomita Open House
Long Beach Open House
Los Angeles Open House
Manhattan Beach Open House
Palos Verdes Open House
Rancho Palos Verdes Open House
Redondo Beach Open House
Rolling Hills Estates Open House
San Pedro Open House
Torrance Open House
Wilmington Open House
