Long Beach Dragon Boat Festival: Watch dragon boat races, performances and learn about the tradition of the races that have been taking place for more than 2,000 years. Races begin at 9 a.m. July 26-27 at the Marine Stadium, 5255 Paoli Way, Long Beach. www.lbdragonboat.com
Shakespeare Aloud: Monthly series of free readings of all of Shakespeare’s plays; community members may participate as readers (no experience or audition required) or as the audience. “The Taming of the Shrew,” 10:45 a.m. July 26. Cal State Long Beach, Theatre Arts Building, Room 241, near Seventh Street and East Campus Drive. Free, but reservations required. 562-985-5526, www.carpenterarts.org
Cypress Community Festival: Enjoy a 5k/10k run, games, food, car show and more. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. July 26. Oak Knoll Park, 9600 Graham St., Cypress. Free. 714-886-9749, www.cypressfestival.com
DancerPalooza: Join in on the dance festival that brings together students, teachers and professionals of all ages who enjoy the art of dance. There will be classes, workshops and performances. Beat Street takes place in the Expo Hall and is free while the workshops, classes and performances have varying ticket prices. The event takes place from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. July 24, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 25, 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m. July 26 and 8 a.m.-7 p.m. July 27 at the Long Beach Convention Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. www.dancerpalooza.com
ASICS Beach Volleyball Tournament and Musical Festival: Come watch some of the world’s greatest beach volleyball players compete. Game times range between 8 a.m.-7 p.m. July 24-27. Performances by Bleachers, Eric Hutchinson and Katy Tiz will take place 3-10 p.m. July 25-26. General admission is free. Premium tickets available for purchase. Alamitos Beach, 386 E. Shoreline Drive, Long Beach. www.wsobv.com
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