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Easter and Earth Day events in one weekend? Sounds like a lot to do!
On offer this April 18-20 in Los Angeles, you’ll find the Eastside Picnic Festival, Wild for the Planet ft. Big Bunny at the LA Zoo, Easy Mornings in Grand Park, Baby Goat Yoga in Pasadena, an Earth Day Fair at Marine Cabrillo Aquarium, Easter brunch options, and more.
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Make Metro Part of Your Weekend
Eastside Picnic Festival -> Every third Saturday of the month, The Queer Mercado cultivates an inclusive community space with local vendors at the East LA Civic Center. For April, they’re bringing live music to the scene with a special lineup of performers for the first installment of the Eastside Picnic Festival. The fun runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and it’s totally free to attend.
Go Metro: Take the E Line to East LA Civic Ctr Station.
Things To Do This Weekend
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
PINK CLOUD at Beyond the Streets – FA TP > Starting Friday, BEYOND THE STREETS is hosting the new group exhibition PINK CLOUD, a mix of installations, paintings and sculptures which will also be the Los Angeles debut of San Francisco-based graffiti artist GREY (Jonas Melvin). Other artists contributing work include Alexis Ross, Alicia McCarthy, Angel Castro, Barry McGee, Cheryl Dunn, Dan Murphy, Dave Schubert, Elberto Muller, GKAE, Mark Cross, MERCH, Stephen ESPO Powers, Timothy Curtis, and Todd James. Friday’s opening reception runs from 6 to 9 p.m. PINK CLOUD remains on view through June 7. More info here.
Let Me Fix You a Plate Opening Reception – FA > On Friday, the Manhattan Beach Art Center hosts an opening reception for Let Me Fix You a Plate—an immersive art experience created by artist Keith Magruder that centers the dining table as a metaphor for culture, heritage, and the resilience of Black communities. Friday’s opening includes an artist talk and light refreshments, in addition to exhibition viewing. Runs 5 to 7 p.m. and free to attend. More info here.
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Wild for the Planet ft. Big Bunny -> The L.A. Zoo celebrates Earth Day and Easter with special events this Friday through Sunday, including Earth Expo featuring conservation and community organizations, special animal wellness talks, live performances, storytime for kids, honey tastings, and photos with “Big Bunny.” The events are included with zoo admission (though the honey tastings and photos are extra!). Activations run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. all three days. More info here.
Easy Mornings in Grand Park – M FA TP > Easy Mornings are back at Gloria Molina Grand Park this Saturday for the second of the series’s April activations. The event offers a respite for Angelenos of all ages to unwind and recharge in the heart of Downtown L.A. Enjoy free activities, including family yoga, theater, dance, arts & crafts, and an eclectic marketplace curated by Smorgasburg L.A., featuring local organizations, artists, and micro-businesses dedicated to community recovery and healing. Programming runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More info here.
Self Care Yoga at CAAM – FA > Bring your exercise mat and head over to the California African American Museum’s Self Care Yoga program this Saturday morning. The recurring monthly series features a sixty-minute flow led by yoga and meditation teacher Constance Hartwell, all tuned for both novices and experienced practitioners alike. Free to attend, but an advanced RSVP is required. Starts at 11 a.m. More info here.
Bunny at The Bloc – FA > On Saturday, hop over to The Bloc and capture a pic with everyone’s favorite seasonal Bunny. The festivities will also feature an open-air photo booth for digital and physical copies of your photos, face painters, arts and crafts, and a Sustainable Spring Market curated by the SoCal Etsy Guild. Bunny photos start at 11 a.m. Free and open to the community. More info here.
Bloomtown Flower Farm Tour – FA > In honor of springtime flowers, Bloomtown Flower Farm Co. in Covina will once again host an open farm day this Saturday, inviting the public to their flower fields for a self-guided tour as well as fresh flowers, food and beverage available for purchase. Space is limited. Rsvp and get more info here.
Earth Day at Marine Cabrillo Aquarium – FA > San Pedro’s Marine Cabrillo Aquarium celebrate Earth Day with a lineup of family-friendly earth care activities this Saturday. Programming includes a beach cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon, an Earth Day Fair and Market from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and a Native Garden Restoration from 1 to 3 p.m. Plus, there will be a few tasty food trucks on hand to purchase bites. Admission is free. Get more info here.
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Screen Free Saturday – FA > Take a break from your devices and connect with likeminded folks at a screen-free community hang on the Ivy Station lawn in Culver City this Saturday. Analog activities are encouraged, whether it’s reading, sketching, puzzle solving or just chatting it up. Expect relaxing ambient tunes, lawn games, board games, and books for borrowing. Runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Totally free to attend. More info here.
Spring Celebration in The Park – FA > On Satuday, Levitt Los Angeles and Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez team up for a special Spring Celebration at Hope & Peace Park. There will be live musical performances from The Muses string quartet, followed by Mariachi Lindas Mexicanas, plus an egg hunt and games for kids plus special art activities. The program runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s all free to attend. More info here.
Earth Day at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County – M > This Saturday, NHM invites the public to spend a day enjoying hands-on activities, such as birding, nature photography, and more. Free with paid admission to the museum. More info here.
MOCA’s Plant Sale – FA > On Saturday, MOCA’s Plant Sale returns for its third year, transforming The Geffen Contemporary into a lush marketplace of greenery and botanical art. Curated by artist Alika Cooper, this annual event gathers artists and growers from across Los Angeles to showcase and sell plants, ceramics, and nature-inspired wares. This year also features a Sustainable Skillbuilding herbalism workshop by Blue Hour Goods, exploring the healing properties of native plants—a perfect complement to your plant haul. Happening from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA. More info here.
Baby Goat Yoga, Bunnies & Egg Hunt at the Castle Green – M > This Easter Sunday, experience yoga with Nigerian Dwarf Goats and bunnies, all on the majestic grounds of Pasadena’s historic Castle Green. Instructor Tina Lenert will lead a goat-friendly, all-levels yoga session, followed by playtime and pics with the animals, and a special egg hunt (make sure to bring your own basket!). The event starts at 11 a.m. Tickets are $17.85. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Easter at The Maybourne Beverly Hills -> The Maybourne Beverly Hills rolls out a special Easter celebration filled with family-friendly fun and indulgent bites. Kick off the day with an al fresco brunch at The Terrace, where Executive Chef Damon Gordon serves up à la carte Easter specials like warm cinnamon rolls, duck confit hash, beef Wellington, and Baked Alaska—paired with live music and perfectly chilled Champagne. At 11 a.m., brunch guests head to the garden for a whimsical Easter Egg Hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny. Pastry Chef Brooke Martin sweetens the day with stunning handcrafted chocolate eggs, filled with raspberry praline and available for pre-order or purchase at The Café. Every 10th egg hides a Golden Ticket—score prizes like spa treatments, brunch, or afternoon tea experiences at The Maybourne.
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Greek Easter Brunch at Zaytinya -> Celebrate Easter weekend with a Mediterranean twist at Zaytinya Culver City, the newest coastal-chic destination from the José Andrés Group. From Saturday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the restaurant serves up a Greek-inspired four-course brunch ($55/person) featuring seasonal specials like Spring Pea Tzatziki, Seared Salmon with dill, Roasted Asparagus with preserved lemon, and Smoked Lamb Shoulder with lemon potatoes—plus fan-favorite Zaytinya classics like hommus, crispy brussels sprouts, and olive oil cake. Toast to the occasion with a signature cocktail, like the sparkling Medi with mastiha and lavender honey, or the 3PM in Istanbul, a refreshing blend of lavender tea vodka, grapefruit, and Thai basil aperol. Reservations available via OpenTable.
Smorgasburg Put an Egg on Everything Day: Caviar Edition -> Smorgasburg’s beloved Easter tradition is back, and this year it’s getting a serious upgrade. “Put an Egg on Everything Day” returns with a caviar twist—featuring free Astrea Caviar bumps at the bar, and nearly a dozen vendors serving up special dishes topped with caviar at little to no extra charge. Look out for shawarma with caviar, arepas with a luxe dollop, and even mashed potato pizza topped with caviar.
Easter at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills -> Celebrate Easter with elegance at Costa Covo Osteria, tucked inside the luxurious L’Ermitage Beverly Hills. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy a refined à la carte brunch featuring standout dishes like Cacio e Pepe Toast with truffle, a spring-ready Morel and Asparagus Omelet, and a show-stopping Australian Rack of Lamb with braised cannellini beans, salsa verde, and pistachio gremolata. Sip on Moët & Chandon mimosas, served tableside from a roving cart, and keep the magic going with a special visit from the Easter Bunny, complete with a sweet take-home treat. Reservations available via Resy.
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