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continuing through mid‑afternoon.
Beyond the Convention Center, Western Show attendees have the chance to unwind and network at the annual California Pool and Spa Association (CPSA) golf tournament, a fun industry tradition where pool professionals can tee off, build relationships, and kick off the show festivities on a relaxed note. (The CPSA Golf Tournament takes place February 11 at Skylinks Golf Course.)
For those traveling to Long Beach, the city offers an inviting blend of history, culture, and seaside charm.
One of the most iconic places to stay is the Queen Mary, the retired British ocean liner now serving as a floating hotel and historic attraction. With its maiden voyage in 1936 and listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, the Queen Mary is as famous for its Art Deco elegance as it is for its ghost stories and paranormal lore — with tours and experiences exploring its reputed spirit encounters.
Other convenient host hotels include the Hilton Long Beach, 701 West Ocean Boulevard, and Marriott Long Beach (Airport), 4700 Airport Plaza Drive.
While you’re in town, Long Beach offers plenty of things to do between sessions: Visit the acclaimed Aquarium of the Pacific; stroll the waterfront boardwalk at Shoreline Village; take a gondola ride through the Naples canals; or catch a harbor cruise — and you can even book whale‑watching tours departing right from the city’s waterfront.
Whether you’re coming to learn, network, discover new products, or take part in industry milestones, the Western Pool & Spa Show 2026 promises to deliver three unforgettable days in one of Southern California’s most dynamic coastal cities.
