A Devine Touch Of France In Downtown Los Angeles Wine Lovers in Los Angeles have a divine place to drink wine. In fact, it's called D'Vine, or D'Vine Lounge Bar to be specific. Formerly known as D'Vine Wine Cellar and located in downtown Los Angeles – DTLA as acronym-obsessed Angelenos prefer to refer to it – D'Vine Lounge Bar is a hip hangout specializing in … [Read more...] about D’Vine A DTLA Wine Bar For True Wine Lovers: Review, Photos, Video
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Costa Mesa’s Red Room Lounge Features These New Cocktails
The Bar Within Holiday Bar Gets A Twist In Orange County, CA Of course, a bar named Holiday would have drinks for this part of the year. Except, as seems to be with nearly everything at this creative concept in Costa Mesa, CA, it comes with a twist. The new cocktails have been created for the Red Room, the "bar within the bar" at Holiday. Red Room is a lounge inside … [Read more...] about Costa Mesa’s Red Room Lounge Features These New Cocktails
Groundlings Theatre Holiday Show 2016 Dates & Tickets
L.A. Improv Comedy Club Pokes Fun At Top Traditions Of The Holidays If you're looking for something fun, funny and different to do this holiday season in Los Angeles, head to the Groundlings Theater. Its very merry holiday tradition is back this December with The Groundlings Holiday Show. The Groundlings Holiday Show is a performance of all-new sketches and some … [Read more...] about Groundlings Theatre Holiday Show 2016 Dates & Tickets
USC-UCLA 2016 Party Bus Hermosa Beach To The Rose Bowl
Cross-Town Rivalry Tailgating The annual USC-UCLA bloodletting is Saturday, Nov. 19, and despite the struggles of one team, it's still the biggest bash in Los Angeles. There will be 90,000-plus people inside and around the Rose Bowl, some of whom are actually going into the game. Seriously, this is a big-time tailgate party scene all around the stadium. Kickoff isn't … [Read more...] about USC-UCLA 2016 Party Bus Hermosa Beach To The Rose Bowl
South Bay’s Best Happy Hour Bars For Winter Sunsets
Daily Drink & Food Specials In Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach When Daylight Savings Time ends in the Los Angeles South Bay Beach Cities, locals complain that it gets dark too early. That's true – it's as early as 5 o'clock in the fall and winter. But there's one advantage to it – you can see the spectacular sunsets while eating and drinking cheaply because … [Read more...] about South Bay’s Best Happy Hour Bars For Winter Sunsets
Navy Grogs Are Rock ‘n Fish’s Signature Drink In Manhattan Beach
What's In It, The History And Its Manhattan Beach Connection A lot of places claim to have a "signature drink" but Rock 'n Fish actually does, and it goes back to then the location was a Manhatttan Beach classic, Hibatchi. Here's a story about the Navy Grog, its ingredients and a brief history about this potent drink of the Pacific islands. By Kevin Wilkerson, Editor … [Read more...] about Navy Grogs Are Rock ‘n Fish’s Signature Drink In Manhattan Beach
November Is Half-Priced Navy Grogs At Rock ‘n Fish Manhattan Beach
Strong Rum Drink A Salute To The South Bay's Tradition In a salute to the traditional drink of the South Bay Beach Cities, Rock 'n Fish in Manhattan Beach features half-priced Navy Grogs for the entire month of November. They cost $7 ($14 regular price) and pack a pretty good wallop of alcohol. What is a Navy Grog? It's a rum-based concoction that is a very … [Read more...] about November Is Half-Priced Navy Grogs At Rock ‘n Fish Manhattan Beach
Los Angeles Top Holiday Events Boat Parades Fireworks Party Guide
November & December 2016 Happenings From Santa Monica To Newport Beach Santa wears shorts. There are sunsets, not snow. The sun is shining and it's 70+ degrees. Yes, the holiday season in L.A., is far different than in most places around the world. One could argue that pretty much anything is different in L.A., than in other places around the world and while … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Top Holiday Events Boat Parades Fireworks Party Guide
The Best Drink Deal At Pancho’s Bar In Manhattan Beach
This Special Margarita Has An Extra Shot Of Tequila The band is blasting the fun party cover rock songs, the lively crowd is singing and dancing and you want a cocktail to enhance the moment. But as all locals know, drinks at Pancho's cantina in Manhattan Beach, CA, are not cheap. It's $7.50 for a can of cheap Tecate and $11 for a mid-sized margarita. So many people … [Read more...] about The Best Drink Deal At Pancho’s Bar In Manhattan Beach
Diner En Blanc Los Angeles DTLA Review 2016
Inside L.A's All-White Dinner Party That's A Worldwide Phenomenon Incredible. Exhilarating. Borderline mind blowing. The worldwide phenomenon known as Diner en Blanc is an extravaganza that's more than a dinner, more than a gathering. It's an experience. And it has arrived in Los Angeles. This bring-your-own-everything dinner party is held in the fall – late October … [Read more...] about Diner En Blanc Los Angeles DTLA Review 2016
Halloween 2016 Orange County Parties Events Tickets
Mr. OC's List Of Top Costumes Event Happenings At Bars, Promoter Party Bashes & Amusement Parks From amusement parks to bars to promoter parties, there's so many Halloween events happening this year in Orange County, CA, that its downright scary. From Saturday, Oct. 22 thru Halloween night it's a frenzy of activities in what is one of the best adult and singles … [Read more...] about Halloween 2016 Orange County Parties Events Tickets
How The Pier Waterfront Project Would Boost Redondo Beach Nightlife
Addition Of Restaurants, Theater & Better Bars To Be An Enhancement To L.A.'s South Bay It's a Saturday night and the afternoon crowd has cleared out of Naja's – the long-standing and gritty beer bar – and the sunset gawkers have vacated Old Tony's, leaving behind tables of empty signature glasses of the place's signature drink, the Fire Chief. The intimate Slip Bar … [Read more...] about How The Pier Waterfront Project Would Boost Redondo Beach Nightlife
Redondo Beach City Council Approves Pier Waterfront Plan
Redevelopment Moving Forward In This Los Angeles South Bay Beach City The redevelopment of the Redondo Beach Pier took another step forward as the City Council approved the plan of developer CenterCal at a long public meeting in late October. Specifically, the City Council voted 3-1 to certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and other approvals related to The … [Read more...] about Redondo Beach City Council Approves Pier Waterfront Plan
The Declining State Of Nightlife In Hermosa Beach, CA
Empty Bars Now Fill On Once-Thriving Pier Ave. People walking around, busy restaurants, long lines at the bars and a general sense that this place is happening – it's what used to be the scene on and around Pier Plaza in Hermosa Beach CA. These days, tho, once-bustling South Bay Beach City is more like a bust. Once one of the top nightlife meccas of Los Angeles, Hermosa … [Read more...] about The Declining State Of Nightlife In Hermosa Beach, CA
New Hollywood Park Casino Opens At LA Rams Stadium Site
City of Champions Revitalization Project Gets Underway In Inglewood The new Hollywood Park Casino (HPC), the first phase of the Inglewood development that will become home of the Los Angeles Rams, is open for business in October of 2016. Officially opening on Friday, Oct. 21, it is the first project to open adjacent to Inglewood's City of Champions Revitalization … [Read more...] about New Hollywood Park Casino Opens At LA Rams Stadium Site
Holiday Cocktail Lounge Adds To Costs Mesa Nightlife Scene
Speakeasy Bar Features Classic Drinks In A Classic Setting In L.A.'s Orange County If you want to take a step back in time yet also be modern and hip, then check out the Holiday Cocktail Lounge in Costa Mesa, CA. Opened in the fall of 2016, it has added a unique touch to this area of Orange County's nightlife. The Holiday Cocktail Lounge is a place that offers 1920s … [Read more...] about Holiday Cocktail Lounge Adds To Costs Mesa Nightlife Scene
Shade Redondo Beach Adds Sizzle To South Bay Scene & Nightlife
King Harbor Location To Have Rooftop Bars After years of planning and months of delays – including an unfortunate setback due to a water leak – Shade Hotel in Redondo Beach has finally opened its doors on the doorstep of King Harbor Marina. The sister property to the highly successful Shade Hotel in neighboring Manhattan Beach, the Redondo location features 54 rooms in … [Read more...] about Shade Redondo Beach Adds Sizzle To South Bay Scene & Nightlife
Best Oktoberfest Beer Gardens in LA & Southern California
Old World, Alpine Village and Big Bear Each Raise the Steins in a Proist to Munich Celebration There is nothing that can really compare to the real deal because Oktoberfest in Munich is the best in the world. Period. And that's the way it should be, quite frankly, for it's the original, the traditional and the the standard for all the other imitators around the … [Read more...] about Best Oktoberfest Beer Gardens in LA & Southern California
South Bay Oktoberfest At Bay Club Details, Date & Tickets
Smackfest Events Puts On A German Beer Festival In October Oktoberfest comes to the Beach Cities with the second annual South Bay Oktobefest to be held Saturday, Rocktober 14, 2017, at Bay Club in Redondo Beach, CA. Put on by Smackfest Events and and local star promoter Berry Bly, the event features beers (obviously), food, and music from Joe's Band and Soul … [Read more...] about South Bay Oktoberfest At Bay Club Details, Date & Tickets
Tam O’Shanter September Saturday Night Live Music Lineup
Los Angeles Restaurant & Bar Features Weekend Bands The Tam O'Shanter restaurant and bar in Los Feliz features a lineup of different bands on Saturday nights in September ranging from Celtic to traditional Irish, 20s and 30s jig and a vocalist, along with its regular house band the Ploughboys on Thursday nights. The current lineup of music acts includes: September … [Read more...] about Tam O’Shanter September Saturday Night Live Music Lineup
Patrick Molloy’s Bar Hermosa Beach – 20 Years At The Pier
A True Pub Club In The South Bay's Hot Party Destination By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident I don't recall the first time I set foot in Patrick Molloys, but I recall some of the good times I've had in the place. There were the AVP weekends, post-Fiesta Hermosa beer garden nights, wild promotions like Cowboy Ugly featuring sexy girls … [Read more...] about Patrick Molloy’s Bar Hermosa Beach – 20 Years At The Pier
Los Angeles South Bay Party Report Weekend Events Aug. 25-28
Patrick Molloy's 20th Anniversary, WSOBV, Beach Concert & Happenings In Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident The PubClub Party Report is brought to you by Kona Brewing Company, which had the most popular craft beer booth at least week’s Trump festival. How many people got leid!? Welcome to the … [Read more...] about Los Angeles South Bay Party Report Weekend Events Aug. 25-28
L.A. Rams 2019 Season Ultimate Tailgate Party Guide Tailgating Locations & Scene
Coliseum Parking Lots The The Prime Partying Place For NFL Fans By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Tailgate Party Blogger There are long-term diehards, purely party people, melonheads – melonheads!? – beer pong games, pop-up tents, grills filled with food and a school bus turned into a full-on billboard that looks like an official team vehicle. This is the scene for the … [Read more...] about L.A. Rams 2019 Season Ultimate Tailgate Party Guide Tailgating Locations & Scene
Patrick Molloy’s 20th Anniversary Party Hermosa Beach
Pier Plaza Bar Celebrates Two Decades In The South Bay Patrick Molloy's, the Irish-named but everything-fun bar (pub, club, sports bar, locals' hangout) is celebrating its 20th anniversary on the Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza this summer. It's having a special party on Thursday, Aug. 25. It will feature Happy Hour all night, DJ Joe Sol and a lot of fun. It starts at 9 p.m. … [Read more...] about Patrick Molloy’s 20th Anniversary Party Hermosa Beach
Trump National Wine & Beer Festival 2016 Review & Photos
8th Annual Event Another Huge South Bay Success By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com South Bay Blogger Under the sun of the South Bay, with a view that causes one to stop in their steps (but not put down the wine glass), the sounds of popping corks can barely be heard over the chatting conversations of a couple thousand cheerful people. The Trump National Golf Club held … [Read more...] about Trump National Wine & Beer Festival 2016 Review & Photos
LA Rams 2016 Tickets Ticket Exchange Posts
The NFL Is Back With Home Games In The Los Angeles Coliseum Want tickets to see the LA Rams? Have extra tickets to sell!? Post them here at this special ticket exchange webpage set up by Los Angeles-based PubClub.com. It's important to note that this is not a scalper's site, and we will not approve any obviously posts by scalpers. For the rest of you, use it as a … [Read more...] about LA Rams 2016 Tickets Ticket Exchange Posts
Why Newport Beach & Orange County Is The Perfect Los Angeles
Pristine Roads & Waterways But Cheers To The Longstanding Dive Bars By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger When you live in Los Angeles County and drive down to Orange County, you realize this is how things should be in L.A. The freeways have more lanes, the roads are wider and there's always turn lanes with turn lane signals. The streets look as if they … [Read more...] about Why Newport Beach & Orange County Is The Perfect Los Angeles
Los Angeles Destinations: A Quick Getway To Lake Arrowhead
An Escape From L.A. To The Southern California Mountains By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger One of the best – and quite frankly, endlessly amazing – things about living in Los Angeles is the variety of landscapes in the area. I mean, one minute you're at the beach and the next you're in a friend's convertible twisting up a curvy mountain road rising from … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Destinations: A Quick Getway To Lake Arrowhead
Hermosa Beach Summer Concerts A True #SundayFunday
Free Shows On The Sand A South Bay Weekly Highlight Event There's the beach, the Pacific Ocean, surfing, sailing, beach volleyball and riding bikes along The Strand. But the Sunday highlight of several people in the South Bay during August are the free concerts on the beach, known as the Hermosa Beach Summer Concert Series. They take place on the sand on the south … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Summer Concerts A True #SundayFunday
Hermosa Beach Summer Concerts Vs. Manhattan Beach Polliwog Park
The Best Bands & Scene For Singles And Couples It's not exactly a battle of the beaches, but Hermosa and Manhattan Beach – sitting side by side in Los Angeles' South Bay – have something of a battle of the bands each Sunday in August. In one corner, it's Hermosa with its Summer Concert Series featuring locally-touring bands mixing in originals with familiar cover … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Summer Concerts Vs. Manhattan Beach Polliwog Park
Manhattan Beach 6-Man 2016 Event Review
Shellback Tavern And Team Fletch Keep The Tradition Flowing Thank goodness for Shellback Tavern. The lively scene inside this beachside dive bar was about the only thing keeping alive the grand tradition of the Manhattan Beach 6-man beach volleyball tournament in 2016. That and Team Fletch, the incredibly-skilled players who dressed up in their afro wigs and Los … [Read more...] about Manhattan Beach 6-Man 2016 Event Review
Patrick Molloy’s The Top Bar After Hermosa Beach Concerts
PubClub.com Tip Of The Week: The Best Sunday Nightlife Singles Bars At The Pier The summer Sunday beach concert is over for the evening, the sun has set, the bars on the Pier Plaza are right there, and it's still fairly early. So where do you go to continue to party? Patrick Molloy's. That's the most happening and best bar to go to on Pier Plaza, and PubClub.com's … [Read more...] about Patrick Molloy’s The Top Bar After Hermosa Beach Concerts
Graceband Big Band Elvis Show Returns To Saint Rocke
The King And Queen Tribute Show Heats Up Hermosa Beach In August Neil Diamond sang about "Hot August Nights," but on Saturday, Aug. 6, it will be the sounds of Elvis Presley – along with Queen and a local rock band – that will be heating things up at Saint Rocke in Hermosa Beach, CA. The Elvis tribute band Graceband returns to Saint Rocke with its big-band show … [Read more...] about Graceband Big Band Elvis Show Returns To Saint Rocke
Discovering Hidden LA Gems In Venice & Newport Beach
The Back Bay, Venice Beach Canals & Even Waterfalls In L.A. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & LA Resident You would thank that, after some 20 years of living in Los Angeles, I would know every nook, cranny, "secret" and hidden place the city has to offer, that it would be a routine as shots of the Hollywood sign during a sporting event. But Los … [Read more...] about Discovering Hidden LA Gems In Venice & Newport Beach
Newport Beach Biking: Back Bay, Balboa Peninsula & Bars
Top Orange County Scenic & Fun Bicycle Rides California has great places for scenic driving, but there are a few locations where you're better off to park the car and get on a bicycle. Newport Beach is one of those areas. PubClub.com took a long loop around Newport with a long-time local and here's where we went, which serves as a perfect guide to anyone wanting … [Read more...] about Newport Beach Biking: Back Bay, Balboa Peninsula & Bars
Manhattan Beach 6-Man 2010 The Crackdown Year
Popular Costume Beach Volleyball Gets Spiked In 2010, the city of Manhattan Beach – led by the police chief – implemented a crackdown on the the Charlie Saikley 6-man beach volleyball tournament, which had become the top singles party event in the South Bay. This PubClub.com article looks at the arguments and provides responses based on fact. As predicted, with the … [Read more...] about Manhattan Beach 6-Man 2010 The Crackdown Year
Manhattan Beach 6-man 2009 Review Magnum PI Wins Surfest
Beach Volleyball In Costumes In A Big California Bash Here is PubClub.com's review of the 2009 6-man, when there were hundreds of teams, thousands of spectators and it was still a party. The best beach party in L.A. – rivaled only in Southern California by the Over-the-Line in San Diego, is the annual Manhattan Beach Charlie Saikley 6-man beach volleyball tournament … [Read more...] about Manhattan Beach 6-man 2009 Review Magnum PI Wins Surfest
PubClub Classics: Manhattan Beach 6-Man With Historic Photos
A look back, in photos and words, at the wildest beach volleyball party Southern California has ever seen from someone who was there. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Editor & Publisher Forget what you see now, take this flashback trip down memory lane to the heyday of this wild and crazy beach volleyball tournament in Manhattan Beach CA. This is a look back to the … [Read more...] about PubClub Classics: Manhattan Beach 6-Man With Historic Photos
South Bay Weekend Party Report For July 28-31
Happenings in Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach: Lingerace, Polliwog Park Concerts By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Local The PubClub.com South Bay Party Report is brought to you by Kona Beer, and in this heat don’t you want one right now!? Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report! Here’s what’s happening on the last weekend of July – … [Read more...] about South Bay Weekend Party Report For July 28-31
Mermaid Hermosa Beach: PubClub Party Tip Of The Week
Drink Of The Week Is The South Bay's Best Cocktail Deal Being out on the town means that PubClub.com has a lot of tips to share with readers and friends, and it's often difficult to get them all out in one simple system, like within the text of another post. So, based on input from a friend, we are now featuring a PubClub.com Party Tip Of The Week. This is starting … [Read more...] about Mermaid Hermosa Beach: PubClub Party Tip Of The Week
Smackfest Hermosa Beach 2016 Photos & Event Review
Beach Volleyball Tournament Is A Halloween Party In July There were girls in sexy lingerie, people in grass skirts and Aloha shirts, a polling booth, elves, WWF wrestlers, American Gladiators, a DJ and a parade of silly-dressed people in the bars as if they were intentionally trying to lose a costume contest. It was Halloween in July in Hermosa Beach, CA, otherwise … [Read more...] about Smackfest Hermosa Beach 2016 Photos & Event Review
South Bay Party Report July 22-24 Weekend: Smackfest
Top Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach & Redondo Beach Events The Party Report is brought to you by Kona Beer; during Smackfest you can get this “liquid Aloha” at The Deck, Waterman’s and American Junkie. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report for the weekend of July 22-24. The party scene is … [Read more...] about South Bay Party Report July 22-24 Weekend: Smackfest
South Bay Weekend Party Report July 15-17 AVP Manhattan
The Wimbledon Of Beach Volleyball & Buffett Goes Back To Irvine By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report for the weekend of July 15-17 The Party Report is brought to you by delicious Kona beer; get its refreshing and tasty Longboard Lager all weekend on tap at Shellback Tavern during and after … [Read more...] about South Bay Weekend Party Report July 15-17 AVP Manhattan
Spending A Typical Weekend In Hermosa Beach, CA
Volleyball On The Sand, Bicycles On The Strand By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & Hermosa Beach Resident I woke up on a Sunday morning to see a group of about a dozen girls hitting volleyballs on a court on the beach. They stayed for about an hour, maybe more, encouraging each other in an organized practice of drills. After they left, another group took … [Read more...] about Spending A Typical Weekend In Hermosa Beach, CA
OC Fair Hosting Craft Beer Festival The Brew Hee Haw
Beers, Plus Wines, Bands & Tribute Bands Mid-July To Mid-August The Orange County Fair, taking place from mid-July thru mid-August, is opening with something worthy of a toast – a craft beer festival. The Brew Hee Haw Craft Beer Roundup is taking place the weekend of July 15-17 in Costa Mesa, CA. It features 80 beers from primarily California breweries in a wide … [Read more...] about OC Fair Hosting Craft Beer Festival The Brew Hee Haw
South Bay Party Report Weekend Happenings July 8-10
Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach & Redondo Beach Singles Party Events By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report! The Party Report is brought to you by Kona Beer, makers of, among others, that awesome Longboard Lager, Big Wave Golden Ale, the potent Castaway IPA, Pipeline Porter, Wailua Wheat and the … [Read more...] about South Bay Party Report Weekend Happenings July 8-10
Smackfest 2016 Teams Sold Out For Hermosa Beach Event
Beach Volleyball Coed Costume Party Is July 23 If you did not sign up to play in Smackfest 2016, then you had better find some buddies with a team because it's sold out for spots. Of course, the event is free and open to spectators. Just a few weeks after being available, there's no more signups for teams. All that remains now is to see what costumes and themes those … [Read more...] about Smackfest 2016 Teams Sold Out For Hermosa Beach Event
Smackfest 2016 Teams Include The Lingerace Girls
Hotties Enhancing The Hermosa Beach Volleyball Tournament Of all the teams at Smackfest in 2016 – pirates, lifeguards, big bananas, perhaps the Rubik's cube team again – look out for the girls from Lingerace. These eye-popping ladies are going to be wearing sexy outfits, playing in lingerie. Rest assured, the volleyballs won't be the only thing that will be bouncing … [Read more...] about Smackfest 2016 Teams Include The Lingerace Girls
Culver City Has Become A Desirable L.A. Destination
Bars, Restaurants & A Hip Historic Hotel In Los Angeles By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger If it's possible to become largely unrecognized in Los Angeles, then Culver City has managed to do it. And in L.A., that's not necessarily a bad thing. Culver City is like being in the loge section of a sports arena or concert venue. It's not the best seat in … [Read more...] about Culver City Has Become A Desirable L.A. Destination
Trader Joe’s Gives Marina del Rey A Needed Boost
MDR Pier 44 Development Provides Waterfront Places To Eat & Drink Marina del Rey is the best place to be while on the water in L.A. Its problems come when you get back on land. There's little to do when you turn in that SUP or Jet Ski or get off one of those sightseeing boats. The problem is that there's no lively place to go afterward to have food and drinks … [Read more...] about Trader Joe’s Gives Marina del Rey A Needed Boost
Hermosa Beach The Ultimate Quick Guide For Visitors
Bars, Top Happy Hours & Things To Do In This South Bay Beach City If you're visiting Hermosa Beach or are new to the South Bay Beach Cities, here's a quick guide to the best bars, Happy Hours, activities and lifestyle. It's everything .you need to know about what to do and where to do it and even what to wear in Hermosa. Things To Do In Hermosa Beach The focal … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach The Ultimate Quick Guide For Visitors
Skyspace LA Brings A Top Tourist Attraction To Downtown
Skyslide Provides Los Angeles With A Brief Thrill Ride In Toronto, you can walk on the outside of the massively-tall CN Tower in a wild adventure called EdgeWalk. In Sydney, you can walk over the top of Harbor Bridge. The OUE Skyspace LA's Skyslide isn't exactly that hair-raising, but it's a similar concept that provides a hip and creative attraction for thrill … [Read more...] about Skyspace LA Brings A Top Tourist Attraction To Downtown
Big Blue Bus Shows Blogger’s Bad Public Transportation Timing
Getting From Hermosa Beach To Santa Monica In 2 2/12 Hours By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger It's never easy using public transportation in Los Angeles, and I seem to have a magical knack for making things worse. You see, I have what I call "bad public transportation timing." Translated, this means if I need to catch a bus or a train, I have generally … [Read more...] about Big Blue Bus Shows Blogger’s Bad Public Transportation Timing
4th Of July South Bay Fireworks Redondo Beach Top Viewing Locations
Top Locations In RB, Hermosa Beach & Manhattan Beach There are no fireworks in Hermosa Beach for the 4th of July – unless, of course, you consider the scene on The Strand and what many single people encounter afterward as a result a different kind of fireworks. Instead, the actual show in the sky is in Redondo Beach. Fireworks are launched in front of … [Read more...] about 4th Of July South Bay Fireworks Redondo Beach Top Viewing Locations
4th Of July Hermosa Beach Strand Alcohol Policy Laws
Drinking Prohibited On The Walkway & On The Beach It may seem hard to fathom when you look around and there's thousands of people walking and riding bikes with beverages in hand, playing volleyball and games on the beach next to coolers and a seemingly endless line of house parties. But there's no alcohol allowed on The Strand and the beach in Hermosa Beach, CA. And … [Read more...] about 4th Of July Hermosa Beach Strand Alcohol Policy Laws
Marina del Rey Summer Concerts 2016 Bands & Schedule
Burton Chase Park Symphonic Thursdays & Pop Saturdays Live music is in the air this summer in Marina del Rey, CA, as it has free concerts on select Thursdays and Saturdays. The shows take place at a small stage in Burton Chase Park, which is right up against the water. They take place starting at 7 p.m., and last for about two hours and are very casual. Bring a … [Read more...] about Marina del Rey Summer Concerts 2016 Bands & Schedule
Riviera Village Summer Festival 2018 Bands & Beer Garden
South Bay Singles Guide To The Event Formerly Known As Frontier Days In Redondo Beach Redondo Beach's version of the popular Fiesta Hermosa in neighboring Hermosa Beach is the weekend of June 23-24 in Riviera Village. Called the Riviera Village Summer Festival – and once known as Frontier Days – it takes place along Catalina Avenue spilling out onto the … [Read more...] about Riviera Village Summer Festival 2018 Bands & Beer Garden
South Bay Party Report: Trump Wine & Beer Tickets & Smackfest
Top June Happenings In Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com South Bay Blogger Welcome to a special edition of the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report! The Party Report is brought to you by Kona Brewing Company, whose beers PubClub.com was drinking on the deck the past few days – what a beautiful, sunny weekend! It’s a CODE RED Party … [Read more...] about South Bay Party Report: Trump Wine & Beer Tickets & Smackfest
Getting Out Of The South Bay Bubble To Marina del Rey
Pleasant Bike Ride Proves You Can Escape #TheBubble By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger & South Bay Resident Sometimes, "The Bubble" is about to burst for me. It becomes too tight, too constricting and I've got to get out of it. The easiest way to do that is to get on the bicycle and that's exactly what I did on a sunny Saturday in June. And while there, I … [Read more...] about Getting Out Of The South Bay Bubble To Marina del Rey
Marina del Rey Summer Cocktail Cruises Information
Hornblower Features Weekly Harbor Sunset Tours On Wednesdays If you're looking for something fun – and different – to do midweek in Los Angeles, then here's a suggestion: take a sunset cocktail cruise! Hornblower features just that, a two-hour tour around Marina del Rey. It's each Wednesday, cost $35 and includes appetizers, a light live band and cocktails for … [Read more...] about Marina del Rey Summer Cocktail Cruises Information
Marina del Rey Cruises Hornblower 2016 Summer Tours
Things To Do In Los Angeles Include A MDR Harbor Cruise There's a lot of things to do in the water in Los Angeles – surfing, swimming, stand-up paddleboarding – but there are also things to do on the water. One of them is to take a harbor tour of Marina del Rey. Hornblower offers a 45-minute tour of the MDR harbor and channels each Saturday and Sunday this summer. Boats … [Read more...] about Marina del Rey Cruises Hornblower 2016 Summer Tours
Hermosa Beach Is USA’s Top 4th of July Party Destination
The Ironman, House Parties On the Strand & Single Partying People The three most important words in real estate are: Location, location, location. When it comes to a location to have a party, the beach is a good place to start. But it also takes the right mix of people, culture and tradition. And Hermosa Beach, CA, one of the South Bay Beach Cities of Los Angeles, … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Is USA’s Top 4th of July Party Destination
Fourth Of July Huntington & Newport Beach Locals Party Guide
A Parade, The Piers, Fireworks, Bars & House Parties In The OC By "Mr. OC," Special To PubClub.com There's plenty to see and do here in the OC on 4th of July, as this Summer Humpday Holiday draws crowds from all over the Southwest to party in our Shangri-La by the Sea. We start off bright and early @ 10am on the 4th with the hometown parade in Huntington Beach. With … [Read more...] about Fourth Of July Huntington & Newport Beach Locals Party Guide
Top Party Tips for the 4th of July In Hermosa Beach
Advice On House Parties, Drinking and Partying on Independence Day in This Fun Los Angeles Beach City It's one of the top party locations for the 4th of July in the country, a place on the beach with a sidewalk along the shore and house parties with nearly every step. The day begins with a unique event, something called The Ironman where local "competitors" run a mile, … [Read more...] about Top Party Tips for the 4th of July In Hermosa Beach
Don’t Drink In Public on the 4th of July In Hermosa Beach
Open Container Law Doesn't Stop Americans From Drinking on the Fourth of July (Just Conceal It) By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger It seems as natural as having an outdoor BBQ and dressing in the red, white and blue. As American as baseball, and apple pie, yet it's illegal. Drinking beer – or any alcoholic beverage – in public. And it's enforced in … [Read more...] about Don’t Drink In Public on the 4th of July In Hermosa Beach
Best Taco Tuesday In Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach
Top Places For Tacos, Beers, Margarita Specials & South Bay Singles One of the top regular, weekly happenings in the South Bay Beach Cities is Taco Tuesday. Nearly every bar or restaurant becomes a cantina on this day offering specials on tacos, beers and margaritas. But Taco Tuesday in the South Bay is more than about the taste of the tacos and the … [Read more...] about Best Taco Tuesday In Hermosa, Manhattan & Redondo Beach
Hermosa Beach Thursday Happy Hours Top Bars & Nightlife
Mojitos, Burritos, Pizza & Ladie's Night In The South Bay It's Thursday in the South Bay and you are thirsty. Okay, if you're in the South Bay you're pretty much thirsty every night of the week but here's what's happening for Happy Hours and Thirsty Thursdays at and around the Hermosa Beach Pier bars. Food & Drink Specials At The Hermosa Pier • American … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Thursday Happy Hours Top Bars & Nightlife
Hermosa Beach Tuesday Things To Do, Happy Hours & Tacos
A Weekday Guide To This L.A's South Bay Beach City If you're fortunate enough to find yourself in Hermosa Beach, standing at the surfer statue on the pier, hands on hip and suddenly declare "well we're here, NOW what to we do!?," then this article is for you. This is a guide from a local about what to do, where to do, where to eat and drink, Happy Hours and, of course, … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Tuesday Things To Do, Happy Hours & Tacos
Shade Manhattan Beach Sunday Skydeck Party Review
Rooftop Poolside Bring A Bit Of Vegas Hipness To The South Bay By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Blogger and South Bay Resident The old 12th Street or H20 it's not, and it's certainly nothing like the days of LaPaz. But the summer rooftop parties at the Skydeck in Shade Hotel give Manhattan Beach just what it needs - a modern touch to its glorious Sunday afternoon … [Read more...] about Shade Manhattan Beach Sunday Skydeck Party Review
Hot Girls Of The Hermosa Beach Ironman 4th Of July
Babes On The Beach During Annual Fourth Of July Kickoff Event The Hermosa Beach Ironman is known mainly as a kooky way to start the Fourth of July, but it also has another factor that makes it a morning must-do in this Los Angeles seaside community. There's a lot of hot girls at it. And not only at it, but in it, for it's not just men who run a mile, swim a mile and … [Read more...] about Hot Girls Of The Hermosa Beach Ironman 4th Of July
Redondo Beach Classic Car Show & Friday Happy Hour Bars
Cruise At The Beach Paired With RB Pier Drink Specials The classic Southern California lifestyle can often be seen through the cars people drive or perhaps more accurately, preserve. Classic car shows are all over Southern California and a good one takes place every Friday as afternoon spills into evening in the relaxed, scenic and social South Bay Beach City of Redondo … [Read more...] about Redondo Beach Classic Car Show & Friday Happy Hour Bars
Downtown Brea Yard House Pint Night $4 Draft Beers
Tuesday Nights Beer Specials Add to Late-Night Happy Hour The Yard House in downtown Brea is adding to its late-night Happy Hour with draft beer and burger specials on Tuesdays this summer. Thru Aug. 30, pints from all 130 taps are $4 and all the burgers, with the exception of the Surf 'n Turf, are $8 (the regular prices range from $11.95-$14.95). The deal is good from 10 … [Read more...] about Downtown Brea Yard House Pint Night $4 Draft Beers
Aboard The Queen Mary For Her 80th Annivesary
Celebration Of Maiden Voyage Includes Winston Churchill's Great Grandson By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger The decks no longer have royalty and celebrities – or soldiers on their way to war – walking on them. Although the great grandson of Winston Churchill strolled on them recently. Randolph Churchill was part of the celebration of the 80th … [Read more...] about Aboard The Queen Mary For Her 80th Annivesary
Smackfest 2016 Date & Registration Information
Costume Beach Volleyball Tournament In Hermosa Beach The creative, crazy, fun glad-I'm-single (or I'm-single-this-weekend) event in Hermosa Beach, CA, known as Smackfest is Saturday, July 23. Registration opened June 1, and is for teams of four (at least one girl is required, as if that's a problem). So get your teammates, register before it's sold out (which always … [Read more...] about Smackfest 2016 Date & Registration Information
Tam O’Shanter June Live Music Schedule 2016
Ploughboys Play Every Thursday; More Shows On Saturday Nights It's not exactly St. Patricik's Day everyday at Tam O'Shanter in Los Feliz but there's often a touch of the 'ol Irish spirit in the music played here. In June, "the Tam" features music every Thursday, the first Friday of every month and every Saturday night in June. The Thursday and Friday shows are from the … [Read more...] about Tam O’Shanter June Live Music Schedule 2016
Hermosa Beach Ironman 4th Of July – The Ultimate Party Event Review
Fourth Of July Kickoff Starts With Beer Chug & Mosh Pit 2026 Update: The Hermosa Beach Ironman remains one of the South Bay's most anticipated Fourth of July traditions, drawing competitors and spectators from throughout Southern California. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Hermosa Beach Blogger some circles, an Ironman competition is an athletic endeavor … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Ironman 4th Of July – The Ultimate Party Event Review
Hermosa Beach Ironman: A Little Fact, A Little Fiction
A First-Person Account Of This Unique Start To The Fourth Of July In The Beach Cities Part South Bay tradition, part beach party and part organized chaos, the Hermosa Beach Ironman has been one of the most unique Fourth of July events in California for decades. This is one local's first-hand account of it – what it's like and what makes it unique. By John Valencia, … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Ironman: A Little Fact, A Little Fiction
Redondo Beach Pier Top Live Music Bars
Rock 'n Roll, Reggae, Acoustic & Cover Bands In The South Bay Redondo Beach is not as recognized as a place for live music as much as its neighbor to the north, Hermosa Beach. But there are places were you can jam to blasting rock bands, enjoy acoustic music at sunset over the water and even sing karaoke. PubClub.com has compiled this list of where to hear live … [Read more...] about Redondo Beach Pier Top Live Music Bars
Hermosa Beach Memorial Day Weekend Party Report
South Bay Happenings For Fiesta Hermosa, Champagne Brunches, Bands & Lifestyle Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report – Memorial Day Edition! The Party Report is brought to you by Kona Beer, which gives you "liquid aloha" with Longboard Lager (available at, among other places, American Junkie, Shade Hotel, Sharkeez MB, Shellback Tavern & Waterman’s), … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Memorial Day Weekend Party Report
Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach Summer Rooftop Pool Parties
Drinks & A DJ & At The Skydeck Lounge Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach is holding rooftop pool parties this summer. They are the first Sunday of each month, with the dates being June 5, July 3 (yes, on Fourth of July weekend!), Aug. 7 and Sept. 4. They are held on the hotel's Skydeck and features a bar, DJ and a special menu provided by the hotel's fun-loving chef … [Read more...] about Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach Summer Rooftop Pool Parties
Bands Hit The Hollywood Stage For Hard Rock Rising 2016
Hard Rock Cafe Hosting Local Bands Around The World On a single day – Wednesday, June 1 – more than 425 local artists and music acts will perform at 107 Hard Rock Cafe and Hotel locations across the globe as part of the world’s largest, one-day music showcase. Called Hard Rock Rising it's a battle of the bands with select winners going onto perform a massive show in … [Read more...] about Bands Hit The Hollywood Stage For Hard Rock Rising 2016
LA Metro Expo Line Review: A Crushing Experience
Another Los Angeles Public Transportation Challenge By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Travel Blogger A guy was poking me in the back, a baby stroller was punching me in the crotch, there was a smell of urine and I was reaching up at the full extended length of my arms to hold onto a railing while my body was being squeezed in every direction. Welcome to the newly … [Read more...] about LA Metro Expo Line Review: A Crushing Experience
Time Out Los Angeles Events Are Fun & Highly Recommended
Free-Flowing Cocktails & Conversations In Downtown L.A. By Kevin Wilkerson, PubClub.com Nightlife Blogger I knew this was going to be a PubClub.com type of event when I took a mere three steps into the venue and someone handed me a cocktail. Then I met one of the organizers and when I inquired about the structure of the event, if there was any type of program, … [Read more...] about Time Out Los Angeles Events Are Fun & Highly Recommended
Hermosa Beach Visitors: No Drinking Beer On The Beach
No-Alcohol Policy Catches Some Tourists Off Guard Here's something important to know for visitors to Hermosa Beach, CA: There's no drinking on the beach. Not beer, wine or alcohol. Do it and get caught and you'll face a fine or, as a group of springtime visitors from Colorado found out one sunny Saturday in May, a very public lecture from the Hermosa Beach Police … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Visitors: No Drinking Beer On The Beach
Frustrated By L.A. Traffic And Public Transporation
Getting Out Of #TheBubble Is Such A Challenge My apologies to my good friend Chris for missing his birthday celebration, and to his lovely wife Melissa for inviting me to it. But I could just not stand the thought of driving in L.A. traffic on a Friday afternoon. It would have taken close to two hours to get to the restaurant they were at in Pasadena from here in Hermosa … [Read more...] about Frustrated By L.A. Traffic And Public Transporation
Beach Cities Wine & Beer Festival 2016 Photos & Review
South Bay Shines At Inaugural Smackfest Events Party The inaugural Beach Cities Wine & Beer Festival – held on a sunny Saturday, May 14, at Bay Club health club in Redondo Beach, CA – was a complete, total, cheers-until-you-run-out-of-beers success. Put on by Smackfest Events – yes, those fine folks who bring us the Smackfest beach volleyball tournament – it added a … [Read more...] about Beach Cities Wine & Beer Festival 2016 Photos & Review
Los Angeles Best Tiki Bars Purple Orchid El Segundo
Potent Rum Drinks & Polynesian Decor In The South Bay One would think that Los Angeles – with its miles of beaches, endless sunshine and plethora of palm trees – would be full of tiki bars. That there would be one on practically every streetcorner, as common at McDonald's restaurants (or, alas, Starbucks coffee shops). But surprisingly, that's hardly the … [Read more...] about Los Angeles Best Tiki Bars Purple Orchid El Segundo
South Bay Weekend Party Report Events May 14-15
Beach Cities Beer & Wine Festival, Free Wine & Food & Fun Party Photos Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report for the week of May 11-15! The Party Report is brought to you by Kona Brewing, your soothing South Bay Liquid Aloha beer! FREE FOOD & WINE WEDNESDAY Yes, free wine and food from LaVita Café! It’s Wine Down Wednesday at Bay Club in El … [Read more...] about South Bay Weekend Party Report Events May 14-15
Top Los Angeles Top Party Events Weekend Of May 20-22
A Free Pool Party, The Doheny Blues Festival & Temecula Wine & Balloon Event LA's the place to be for fun events the weekend of May 20-22. Here's a quick look and previews of three big, fun and lively events – and meccas for singles – taking place in and around Los Angeles. Corona Electric Beach Party (At The Mondrian Pool) A free pool party put on by Corona beer … [Read more...] about Top Los Angeles Top Party Events Weekend Of May 20-22
Queen Mary 80th Anniversary Celebration Dinner & Brunch
Long Beach Landmark Recreates Inaugural First-Class Dining Experience To celebrate the 80th anniversary of the first sailing of the Queen Mary, the historic ship moored in Long Beach, CA, is having a special dinner and brunch. And also offering free admission all day. The dinner is Thursday, May 26, and the brunch and free boarding day is Friday, May 27. The Queen … [Read more...] about Queen Mary 80th Anniversary Celebration Dinner & Brunch
Corona Electric Beach Coming To Mondrian Skybar L.A.
Here's How To Go To This Free EDM Pool Party An electric music event is taking place in Los Angeles at the Mondrian hotel. And you're invited. And it's free. That's right, it's free. It's Corona Electric Beach and it features DJ PrinceFox poolside at this hip Los Angeles Sunset Strip location. The event is Sunday, May 22, from Noon-6 p.m. All you need to do to attend is … [Read more...] about Corona Electric Beach Coming To Mondrian Skybar L.A.
Cinco de Mayo & Kentucky Derby: South Bay Party Report
Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach & Redondo Beach Weekend Events May 4-7 Break out your sombrero, find your fake moustache and dig the pancho out of the closest if you have one. CODE RED!!! AND CODE GREEN! It’s Cinco de Mayo – keep reading about a pub crawl in Hermosa! – plus there’s a Cinco-themed beach volleyball tournament, the Kentucky Derby and other fun happenings … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo & Kentucky Derby: South Bay Party Report
Pancho’s Manhattan Beach South Bay’s Top Cinco de Mayo Bar
Mexican Cantina Features Laker Girls, Live Music And Most Lively Crowd In The Beach Cities The question locals ask is not if we will go to Pancho's for Cinco de Mayo but when we will go to Pancho's for Cinco de Mayo. And with the Laker Girls there from noon-2, I would say sometime between noon and 2! The only problem with that is you may never leave, and the … [Read more...] about Pancho’s Manhattan Beach South Bay’s Top Cinco de Mayo Bar
Cinco de Mayo Manhattan Beach Hermosa Beach Bars Party
It's a Party, and the Mexican Holiday Means The Bars Are Busy, Especially in Southern California Sombreros and shots. Beers and cheers. Margaritas and Mariachi Bands. It's Cinco de Mayo, a celebration of a Mexican victory (but not Mexican Independence day), and bars on and near the border treat it like a mini-New Year's Eve. This is especially true in … [Read more...] about Cinco de Mayo Manhattan Beach Hermosa Beach Bars Party
Hermosa Beach Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl
Kona Brewing Brings A Bit Of Aloha To Mexican Party What's happening in Hermosa Beach for Cinco de Mayo? Well here's one thing – a pub crawl with Kona Brewing Co. Yes, Kona Brewing, the Hawaiian-based beer is going out in the South Bay for Cinco de Mayo. You're invited to come along to all the bars or meet in one of them. Along the way there will be not specials on … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach Cinco de Mayo Pub Crawl
Rocky Point Redondo Beach Still Closed For Beer
The South Bay's Waterfront Secret Awaiting Liquor License Approval The best "secret spot" in the South Bay, a little hidden gem on the water, is still not serving beer. Rocky Point has had its coolers closed for a year and as summertime approaches, it's still waiting to get legal permission to sell beer and wine. It is waiting on ABC approval and that's taking a long … [Read more...] about Rocky Point Redondo Beach Still Closed For Beer
Venice Beach Spring Fling 2016 A Free Music & Arts Festival
Bands, Samba Dancers & A Hula Hoop Show Highlight Spring Fling 5 A free, full day of music, artists and, well, free spirits, is taking place on Venice Beach, CA, on Saturday, May 21. It's the sixth annual Venice Spring Fling, and it features bands on a stage, dancers, hula hoops and more in a full expression of the spiritual essence of life that is Venice … [Read more...] about Venice Beach Spring Fling 2016 A Free Music & Arts Festival
Will The Queen Mary Become A Top Long Beach Destination?
Urban Commons Looks To Chart A New Course For The Historic Luxury Liner A Los Angeles real estate development company, Urban Commons, is spending $10-15 million to renovate the Queen Mary in Long Beach and $250 million overall to develop the surrounding land. Work on the ship is to begin immediately. While specific plans are still in the works, there's talk of a … [Read more...] about Will The Queen Mary Become A Top Long Beach Destination?
South Bay Weekend Events Party Report April 22-24
Live Bands, Craft Cocktails & Beers, Surfest & Top 10 Bars In Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach & Redondo Beach Welcome to the PubClub.com South Bay Party Report! If you’re not in New Orleans for the first week of JazzFest or at Coachella, don’t feel bad. We’ve got great live music in the South Bay this weekend along with a cocktails festival at Bay Club and wait … [Read more...] about South Bay Weekend Events Party Report April 22-24
Hermosa Beach House Parties Police Breakup Solution
Calling The Cops Should Be A Two-Way Street In a familiar scenario, a fun house party was broken up when Hermosa Beach police showed up after a complaint. This was a Saturday night and the party consisted mostly of adults in their mid-30s to mid-40s. The door was closed to keep any outside noise reduced as a result, the party was very hot and steamy inside and the … [Read more...] about Hermosa Beach House Parties Police Breakup Solution