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A heat advisory remains in effect through tonight at 9 p.m., and the air quality is all that great either (all those fireworks on Thursday probably didn’t help). That said, if you’re heading out today, we have a few ideas.
This Saturday in L.A., you’ll find Anime Expo, the Handbuilt Invitational, The LA Summer Dressage, Movies on the Roof, Cinespia at Hollywood Forever, and more. Check out all your options in the list below, and stay cool out there!
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Make Metro Part of Your Weekend
Anime Expo – M > Anime Expo’s four-day event returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center from Thursday to Sunday, offering anime lovers meet-and-greets with anime creators, special panels, Q&A’s, workshops, interactive experiences and so much more. Four-day passes cost $165, you can also grab a single day ticket which cost between $75-$90. More info here.
Go Metro: Take the A or E Line to the Pico Station
Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission
The Handbuilt Invitational -> From Friday to Sunday, this three-day pop-up at DTLA Auto Storage showcases rare collections of custom built cars and motorcycles by friends of Revival Cycles, including Jay Leno, Roland Sands, Jonathan Ward (ICON), Rod Emory (Emory Motorsports), Shinya Kimura, Race Service and more. Guests can also expect special workshops on welding, pin striping, and leather making from Real Deal Revolution. Single-day tickets start at $15. More info here.
LACMA Latin Sounds – FA > LACMA’s Saturday evening outdoor concert series continues at Dorothy Collins Brown Amphitheater (just north of the La Brea Tar Pits Museum) in celebration of the exhibition Painting in the River of Angels: Judy Baca and The Great Wall. This weekend features a performance by the Susie Hansen Latin Band. Latin Sounds concerts are free to attend, and run 5 to 7 p.m. More info here.
Movies on the Roof -> Westfield Fashion Square is hosting another season of outdoor film screenings featuring cozy bean bag seating, sweet views, and a lineup of new blockbuster and classic films. This Saturday, the lineup continues with a screening of Top Gun (1986). Doors open at 7:30 p.m., and the movie starts at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. Get more info here.
Six More Things To Do in L.A. Today
- The LA Summer Dressage is back at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center this Saturday and Sunday for its annual showcase of riders and horses. FA
- Cinespia concludes a three-night Independence Day lineup with a screening of Shrek 2 at Hollywood Forever Cemetery followed by a celebratory fireworks show. Tickets start at $37.94 (including fees) per person, and parking onsite is $35.88.
- Italy’s oldest naval vessel, the Amerigo Vespucci, is docked in San Pedro through this Monday, offering a free and immersive maritime experience to the public The nearly 100-year-old ship will host a pavilion with programs, concerts, and more for the public to enjoy. FA
- The Brunch Electronik music festival makes its Los Angeles debut this Saturday at Exposition Park.
- Kirbyvision: A Tribute to Jack Kirby is now on view at Corey Helford Gallery. The group exhibition celebrates the artwork and influence of American comic creator Jack Kirby, whose legendary contributions to the medium include co-creator of Captain America for Timely Comics (predecessor to Marvel), along with co-credits for Ant-Man, the Avengers, the Black Panther, and the Fantastic Four. FA
- The BYOB Comedy Show at The Crow is a date night stand-up session specifically designed for parents and their babies. Stroller parking included! Starts at 4:45 p.m. M
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