10 Things To Do For This Saturday in L.A. [9-21-2024]

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Natural History Museum. Photo by Christina Champlin.

What do dinosaurs, opera, and earthquake preparedness have in common? They’re all part of your Saturday in Los Angeles.

On the agenda for today in L.A. you’ll find the Dino Fest at NHM, a free LA Opera simulcast at the beach, the Westchester Arts & Music Block Party, the Frogtown Artwalk, the NELA Earthquake Preparedness Fair, and more. Hope you go out there and have a great day!

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Make Metro Part of Your Weekend

Dino Fest at Natural History MuseumM > This Saturday, Dino Fest returns to NHMLA for a day of celebrating the prehistoric giants that once ruled the earth. Expect to see rare specimens from NHM’s permanent collections, partake in hands-on activities, shop dino-themed merch, and more. Dino Fest is free with paid admission to the museum, which starts at $18 for adults. More info here

Go Metro: Take the E Line to Expo Park / USC station.

Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday

M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission

LA Opera Live Broadcast of Madame Butterfly on Santa Monica Pier & El Cariso Community Regional ParkFA > This Saturday, enjoy an enchanting evening under the stars when the LA Opera presents a live broadcast of Madame Butterfly. Grab a few blankets and lawn chairs, pack a picnic, and enjoy outdoor screenings at Santa Monica Pier or El Cariso Community Regional Park in Sylmar. This event is free and welcomes guests of all ages. Show starts at 6 p.m. More info here.

Westchester Arts & Music Block PartyFA TP > On Saturday, The Westchester Arts & Music (WAM) Block Party offers a day-long community event benefiting local non-profits. Free to attend and family friendly. The party features live music, dance, art, garden tours, kids activities, food trucks and a beer and wine garden. More info here

Sinks: Places We Call Home at Cal State LAFA > This Saturday, Luckman Fine Arts Complex at Cal State LA hosts an opening reception for Sinks: Places We Call Home, which is presented as part of the PST ART: Art & Science Collide initiative. The exhibtion explores environmental injustices created by manufacturing sites in two communities located in proximity Self Help Graphics. The opening reception is free to attend and runs 5 to 8 p.m. Works remain on view through February 15, 2025. More info here.

Six More Things To Do in L.A. Today

  • The 29th annual Central Ave Jazz Festival returns with three stages of live music between Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd and Vernon Ave. Runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. More info here. FA
  • This Saturday and Sunday, the City of West Hollywood and Pacific Opera Project team up to host a free mashup opera of the timeless fairytale Cinderella. FA
  • BroadStage kicks off their 2024-25 season this Saturday with the Future Sounds of Jazz Festival.
  • The Frogtown ArtWalk returns on Saturday for fall celebration marked by a full roster of art and activations along the L.A. River Path.
  • This Saturday and Sunday, Heritage Square Museum is opening up their grounds for a big old yard sale fundraiser featuring antique clothing, furniture, accessories, decorative items, and jewelry all ranging in prices from $1-$400. Entry is $5.
  • The NELA Earthquake Preparedness Fair pops up in Highland Park this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. FA

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