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Torrance / Event Day Guide

The main event.
The whole day.

Pick your venue. Find a bite, plan your arrival, and make room for an overnight stay.

Independent guide · Links go directly to official sources. Check your event date, opening hours, hotel availability and parking before you travel.

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Before you visit

Getting around

  • Line 8: Torrance to LAX/Metro Transit Center

    Torrance Transit’s Line 8 page identifies the route as Torrance–LAX/Metro Transit Center and labels its schedule effective October 4, 2026. Use that route page for stops and your outward and return departures. For route help call 310-618-6266; the transit center connection is separate from the airport terminal transfer.

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  • No active rail stop within Torrance

    Metro's K Line extension to Torrance is a future project. Use a current rail-to-bus transfer or another mode; no completed city rail station is assumed.

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  • County beach access is destination-specific

    LA County identifies Torrance Beach ramps, an access mat, beach wheelchair, ADA parking and restrooms. Confirm equipment availability and beach conditions, and check current bus connections before traveling.

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District accessibility

Local culture & annual events

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James R. Armstrong Theatre

Directions ↗Official website ↗
Call (310) 781-7150

(310) 781-7150

3330 Civic Center Dr · Torrance, CA

Official performances and tickets ↗

Theatre is on the Cultural Arts Center campus. Food and hotel suggestions are across Torrance; plan an onward trip rather than assuming a short walk.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair seating and lobby access

    City says removable seating provides six wheelchair spaces, with perimeter handrails and accessible lobby restrooms. Confirm a wheelchair space with the box office; designated parking stalls and exact entry route are not detailed.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

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Torrance Art Museum

Directions ↗Official website ↗
Call (310) 618-6388

(310) 618-6388

3320 Civic Center Drive · Torrance, CA

Official exhibitions ↗

The museum is on the Civic Center arts campus; it may close between shows. Suggested meals and hotels are in other Torrance areas.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

  • Confirm museum entrance access

    Museum visitor page identifies parking and exhibition hours, but does not specify an accessible stall, step-free entrance or restroom route. Ask the museum before travel if needed.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

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Western Museum of Flight

Directions ↗Official website ↗Phone number not yet verified. Check the official website.

3315 Airport Drive · Torrance, CA

Museum programs and lectures ↗

This museum is at Torrance Airport. Restaurants and hotels are in other parts of Torrance; plan transport.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

Start here

Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center

Directions ↗Official website ↗Phone number not yet verified. Check the official website.

3201 Plaza Del Amo · Torrance, CA

Nature programs ↗

Nature Center access and wetland trail conditions differ. Ask staff about today's preserve opening and route before planning a trail visit.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

Start here

Charles H. Wilson Park

Directions ↗Official website ↗Phone number not yet verified. Check the official website.

2200 Crenshaw Boulevard · Torrance, CA

Farmers market and city park events ↗

The farmers market entrance is listed at 2400 Jefferson Street, distinct from the park's Crenshaw Boulevard address. Suggested meals and hotels span Torrance.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

  • Accessible park features

    City lists accessible facilities, restrooms and a universally accessible tree house. It does not map each accessible parking stall or a full route to every market stall or activity.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

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Torrance Theatre Company

Directions ↗Official website ↗
Call (424) 243-6882

(424) 243-6882

1316 Cabrillo Avenue · Torrance, CA

2026–27 season and tickets ↗

The company performs at 1316 Cabrillo Avenue in Old Torrance, separate from the Civic Center Armstrong Theatre. Hotel suggestions require onward travel.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

Start here

Directions ↗Official website ↗
Call (310) 781-3808

(310) 781-3808

1625 Abalone Avenue · Torrance, CA

Arrange a guided gallery visit ↗

Tours require advance booking and children aged 10 or younger are not admitted. No walk-in admission is offered; nearby meals and hotels still require a separate trip.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

Start here

Torrance Historical Society & Museum

Directions ↗Official website ↗Phone number not yet verified. Check the official website.

1345 Post Avenue · Torrance, CA

Museum events ↗

The museum is in Old Torrance. Food suggestions are district options; hotels elsewhere in Torrance require transport.

Before & after

Eat nearby

Plan your arrival

Park nearby

Use the venue’s own parking and transportation guide for event-specific entrances, passes and travel options.

Official parking & arrival ↗

A hotel stay does not imply event parking or a shuttle. Confirm directly before booking.

Make a night of it

Stay nearby

Choose dates on the hotel’s official site for current rates and availability.

Transit

  • Plan the exact bus connection

    Torrance Transit publishes current routes and schedules. Venues are spread across Torrance; check the chosen stop, walking route and return service rather than assuming one route serves every destination.

    Official information ↗ · Source collected

Accessibility

Official links collected . Place sources and collection dates are on each listing.

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