Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair Returns With New Spirit

Manhattan Beach CA

01 October, 2021

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MANHATTAN BEACH, CA — The Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair returns this weekend following a hiatus during the pandemic. "It's an event organized by the community, for the community," said Joe Marcy, Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair Association. "We need it now, more than ever." The event Saturday and Sunday features arts and live entertainment and helps fundraise for local nonprofits. "When you purchase food, order a round of drinks or play a paid game, you support charity," Marcy said. The Beer Garden will help support Mira Costa High School's Tech/Drama Boosters, Cross Country, Boys Indoor Volleyball and Band. The Wine Garden will help support Leadership Manhattan Beach and the Neptunian Woman's Club. The Wine Garden will feature roseade this year, and you can also find new organic seltzers in the Beer Garden. "This year's fair is special for many reasons," Marcy said. "It's a celebration of our community and our resiliency." Expect to see traditional fair elements with modifications, and of course, plan to follow health and safety guidelines. "We've been working closely with the County of Los Angeles and the City of Manhattan Beach," Marcy said. "We share a common goal, to create a safe and healthy environment for all to enjoy." More than 175 arts and crafts booths will line Valley Drive. The fair will also have free games on Dorsey Field and Kid Country, Marcy said. And, expect food and entertainment. (Courtesy of the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair) Battle of the Bands is also back and in-person again, Marcy said. (Courtesy of the Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair) Here's the performance lineup: MAIN STAGE HEADLINERS Saturday 10 a.m. Frank Jung Noon JMD 2 p.m. Gage Hall 5 p.m. White Chocolate Martini Sunday 10 a.m. Battle of the Bands Noon The Illusions 1 p.m. Wais 3 p.m. Cliff Beach SOUTH STAGE HEADLINERS Saturday 10:30 a.m. Randy Coleman 12:15 p.m. Lisa Richie 1:30 p.m. Joe Cipolla & the Pink Roach Band 4 p.m. Dietz Brothers Sunday 10 a.m. Hyperion Outfall Serenaders Noon Thin Ice 2 p.m. Jodi Siegel 3 p.m. Scream Revolution 4 p.m. Triple Bueno COMMUNITY SHOWCASE Saturday 11 a.m. Andy Roader Noon Music Rhapsody Ensemble 2 p.m. Smoky Hollow Bluegrass 5 p.m.Blue Dice Sunday 11 a.m. Rise Academy of Dance 1 p.m. MB Poetry Circle & Mira Costa Poets WINE GARDEN PERFORMANCES Saturday Kelly Fitzgerald Sunday Dave Leahy Stop by the opening ceremony Saturday morning and check out an extensive collection of memorabilia donated by the community. You can visit the exhibit at the Joslyn Center. Fair merchandise and Wine Garden drink tickets are available online at www.mbfair.org. Fair entry is free. It opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. It's located at Valley Drive between 15th and 21st streets. SEE MORE: Bruce's Beach Bill Signed, Initiating Land Return To Black FamilyAnthropologie Opens In Manhattan Village (Photos)Manhattan Beach Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021