Weekend: AAU Beach Volleyball and Bands

Laugh this weekend at the Comedy and Magic Club, watch a beach volleyball match or rock with beach bands. Here are some upcoming events in the Beach Cities.

Comedy Night

Where and when: The Comedy and Magic Club, 1018 Hermosa Ave., Hermosa Beach; Thursday to Saturday.

Why go: Help celebrate the Comedy and Magic Club's 33rd anniversary with its birthday extravaganza—every Thursday through Saturday in July, the club will feature an impressive 20 comedian showcase with talent ranging from national headliners to up-and-coming stars.

Price: $20 to see 20 comics

Greek Festival

Where and when: St. Katherine's Greek Orthodox Church, 722 Knob Hill Ave., Redondo Beach; Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

Why go: Gather the family and head to the annual South Bay Greek festival for games, dancing, live music and the tastiest Greek food in town. Did someone say baklava? Oopah!

Price: $1 to $2

AAU Volleyball

Where and when: Hermosa Beach Pier, Hermosa Beach; Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m.

Why go: Watch  as local athletes complete for national recognition—or register for the tournament.

Price: Free

Beach Bands

Where and when: Saint Rocke, 142 Pacific Coast Hwy., Hermosa Beach; Saturday, 9 p.m.

Why go: Summer is in full swing of easy, breezy beach bands. Lineup includes Kinda Major, Audible Mainframe, the Originalites and Floaters, presented by Swoop magazine.

Price: $8 pre-sale

U2 in the park

Where and when: Polliwog Park, 1601 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach; Sunday, 5 p.m.

Why go: This week's installment of Manhattan Beach's Concerts in the Parks features Hollywood U2, a lively U2 tribute band. Pack a picnic and don't forget a lawn chair or blanket.

Price: Free