Aug. 12, 2026 6 AM PT
To the editor: Kailyn Brown’s article is full of anxiety on the ways to get into the new F&M Bank Amphitheater (“Long Beach’s new waterfront venue is a good time, despite Porta Potties and no parking,” Aug. 5). Her article states, “Because the venue doesn’t have its own parking lot, the options are rideshare, the bus, e-scooters, bikes (with storage available at the venue), taking a water taxi ($5 per way) or paying $55 for reserved spaces, then taking the free shuttle.”
One additional option, not to be overlooked, is to book a night’s stay at the Queen Mary, which is directly beside the F&M Amphitheater. Then, it’s a simple five-minute walk to the venue. You can also relax on the ship and enjoy the many world-class exhibits and restaurants and soak in the amazing history. Plus, it’s surprisingly reasonably priced.
John Webb, Pasadena