A flyover by vintage aircraft, a procession of clean cargo trucks and classic cars, a boat parade and more will highlight virtual, webcast ceremonies on Friday, Oct. 2, marking the opening of the iconic new bridge at the Port of Long Beach.
The virtual ceremonies will be available for viewing via webcast and cable broadcast only – through a variety of social media channels and websites. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be no public gathering at or near the bridge.
The broadcast event atop the 205-foot-high bridge will be led by Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, Port Executive Director Mario Cordero and Harbor Commission President Frank Colonna. The webcast will include a special one-hour pre-show featuring stories on how the cable-stayed bridge was constructed and greetings from local, state and federal dignitaries and other VIPs.