November 21, 2024

Redondo Beach holds annual outstanding Beach Life

Beach Side Festivities: Beach Life offered a range of activities for attendees to take part in. Festival goers also had the chance to try their hand at paddleboarding, kayaking, and even surfing lessons. Photo by Amelia Ward/Staff Writer

By Alyssa Gonzalez

Staff Writer

Amelia Ward

Online Editor in Chief

This weekend, Redondo Beach was alive with vibrant energy as locals and tourists gathered for the anticipated Beach Life Festival 2023. 

This annual event, held on the picturesque coastline, promised a weekend of music, food, and exhilarating beachside activities.

Gwen Stefani lights up the stage at Beachlife Festival 2023, captivating the crowd with her timeless energy and incredible vocals on May 6.

Kicking off the weekend on Friday, festival-goers were treated to the rock melodies of The Black Keys, alongside legendary band Pixies, Modest Mouse, and more. Saturday brought a wave of nostalgia with Gwen Stafani, Sublime With Rome, Dispatch, and Sugar Ray. On Sunday, The Black Crowes took center stage, followed by John Fogerty from Creedence Clearwater Revival, Noah 22 and more.

Organizers curated an impressive roster of artists across various genres, catering to diverse musical tastes with four stages. Headlining acts like Noah Cyrus and Gwen Stafani drew massive crowds, with other acclaimed bands and solo artists delivering unforgettable performances. 

Crowds unite to watch the talented performers grace the stage at Beachlife Festival 2023.

Beach Life Festival’s reputation for offering a range of culinary delights remained untarnished. A wide array of food booths dotted the shoreline. From sizzling barbecues and fresh seafood to artisanal desserts and refreshing beverages, there was something to satisfy every craving.

Beyond the music and food, the Beach Life Festival provided a plethora of activities that captured the essence of coastal living. Festival-goers also had the chance to try their hand at paddleboarding, kayaking, and even surfing lessons provided by skilled instructors at the nearby dock.

Costa sophomores Maddie Orland (left) and Tandia Gendron (right) snap a pic May 5, 2023 at the Beachlife Festival awaiting the next performer.

The Beach Life Festival 2023 in Redondo Beach was an exceptional celebration of our South Bay “beach life”, surpassing all expectations. From the captivating music performances to the culinary booths with an abundance of activities, the festival catered to the desires of all attendees. 

The sun sets in the Redondo Beach King Harbor, a few hundred feet away from Redondo Beachlife Festival 2023 creating a beautiful sunset for festival attendees.
Amelia Ward
About Amelia Ward 32 Articles
Amelia Ward is a senior Copy Editor at La Vista, responsible for covering community-wide and school issues. Formerly Opinion Editor and Online Editor-in-Chief, Amelia approaches reporting with a commitment to accuracy and integrity. Outside of La Vista, Amelia enjoys cheerleading, studying French, surfing, and spending time at the beach.

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