It's time to mark your calendars for another busy year of events in Manhattan Beach.  To get you started, we've got a list of classic Manhattan Beach events throughout the year, as well as notable other milestones. This list will be updated as dates are confirmed.

January 26 - South Bay Chili Cook-Off

January 27 - Light Gate Sunset

March 2 - Manhattan Beach Little League Parade/Opening Day

March 5 - Manhattan Beach City Council election

April 27 - Richstone Pier to Pier Walkathon

May 4 - Grand View Gator Run (benefiting MBEF)

May 18-19 - Family Campout

May 19 - Tour de Pier

May 19 - Fishing Derby at Polliwog Park

June 8 - Manhattan Wine Auction

June 13 - Last day of school for MBUSD students

June 15 - Begg Pool Kickoff Party

June 16 - Fathers' Day Beach Volleyball Tournament

June 30 - Salute to the Troops Picnic and Concert

July 4 - Fourth of July Pool Party

July 7-September 1 - Concerts in the Park

July 21 - Manhattan Beach Grand Prix

July 31 - August 4 - International Surf Festival

August 2-3 - Charlie Saikley 6-Man Volleyball Tournament

August 4 - Dwight Crum Pier-to-Pier Swim

August 4 - Sand Castle Design Contest

August 4 - Jr. 6-Man Volleyball Tournament

August 10 - Bite at the Beach Festival

August 15-18 - AVP Manhattan Beach Volleyball Tournament

August 18 - Kids Extreme Race

August 25 - Catalina Classic Paddleboard Race

October 5 - Manhattan Beach 10K

October 5-6 - Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair

October 19 - Family Halloween Carnival

October 27 - Pumpkin Race

October 27 - Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk

November 2 - TEDx Manhattan Beach

November 11 - Manhattan Beach Veterans Day Ceremony

November 14 - Light Gate Sunset

November 20 - Pier Lighting and Holiday Open House

December 7 - Holiday Crafts Night

December 8 - Manhattan Beach Holiday Fireworks