Long Beach Jazz Festival includes Gladys Knight, Eric Benet

It’s the 26th anniversary of the Long Beach Jazz Festival, which gathers together a stellar lineup of some of the best jazz musicians in the country for a special three-day event in a gorgeous natural setting. This year’s performers include Gladys Knight, Eric Benet, the Whispers, Everette Harp, DW3, Al Williams, Stanley Clarke, Jeanette Harris and more. Rainbow Lagoon Park, E Shoreline Drive, Long Beach. 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fri.; 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sat. and Sun. $55. (562) 424-0013; https://www.longbeachjazzfestival.com.