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Looks like we might catch a smidge of rain this weekend, but shouldn’t come in too heavy. And we do have a TON going on…
From April 25-27 in Los Angeles, catch the LA Times Festival of Books, an Arts Party for college students at The Hammer, Open Arts San Pedro, Jackalope in Old Pasadena, Fiesta Broadway, the Skirball Puppet Festival, the Eclectic Music Festival & Art Crawl in South Pasadena, and more.
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Make Metro Part of Your Weekend
LA Times Festival of Books – > This Saturday and Sunday, the 30th Los Angeles Times Festival of Books returns to the campus of USC this April featuring over book and merchandise exhibitors, a number of outdoor stages and activity areas, expert panels, performances, demos, and more. Admission to the festival is free to attend with some programing ticketed.
Go Metro: Take the E Line to Expo Park / USC station.
Things To Do This Weekend
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
TCM Classic Film Festival -> This Thursday to Sunday, the TCM Classic Film Festival is back with a four-day slate of flicks shown on the big screen at a range of historic Los Angels theaters. The festival will focus on grand illusions, fantastic worlds in cinema, with the lineup including 2001: A Space Odyssey, Back to the Future, Blade Runner, and more. Individual tickets start at $20. More info here.
Arts Party: Transcend at The Hammer – FA TP > This Friday night, The Hammer’s annual Arts Party for college students returns. Students from all over Southern California are invited to stop by to enjoy live music, art-making workshops from Self-Help Graphics and LA Zine Fest, and after-hours access to the galleries. And it’s all free! Party starts at 7 p.m. More info here.
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Angel City Review’s Ten Years of Poetry in L.A. – FA > On Friday, Oxy Arts hosts a night of poetry readings to celebrate the publication of Angel City Review’s new anthology, Angel City Review’s Ten Years of Poetry in L.A. . The evening will include readings from poets Rocio Carlos, Billy Burgos, Ramon Garcia , Mylo Lam, and Amy Raasch. In addition, every attendee will receive a free copy of the anthology. Event starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Freaky Fridays at Benny Boy – FA > Dance vibes come to Benny Boy Brewing during their monthly Friday night fiesta. For April, enjoy sets by DJ Solarplexsi plus delicious bites for sale from Xijuana Tacos. Party starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend, but 21+ only. More info here.
FOLAR Habitat Restoration Day & Earth Month Celebration – FA > On Saturday, experience an Earth Day Extravaganza hosted by Friends of the Los Angeles River (FoLAR). This event offers a day packed with environmental themed festivities and community engagement at the Sepulveda Basin Wildlife Preserve Whether exploring the River Rover mobile museum, participating in cleanup efforts, or making native seed balls there’s something for everyone at this lively celebration. More info here.
Meditation with a Tree at Getty Center – FA > On Saturday, The Getty invites guests to “attune to the rhythms of the tree” through a multi-speaker sound installation, a guided meditation syncs breath with sap flow, wind, and unseen energies, fostering shared perception and expanded communication. The experience will be followed by an artist talk by Aroussiak Gabrielian, who will present her forthcoming book and design series, Near-Extinction Rituals. Free to attend with reservation. More info here.
The 15th Eclectic Music Festival & Art Crawl – M FA > South Pasadena’s Eclectic Music Festival and Art Crawl returns on Saturday with dozens of diverse musical acts on stages and intimate venues all across town. An array of other activities are also on the docket including open galleries, beer and wine gardens, and food trucks. Free and open to the public. Runs 3 to 10 p.m. More info here.
Common Space Renaissance Faire – FA > Common Space is marking their 7th anniversary this Saturday with all-day and all-night night celebrating harkening back to the age of yore. Attendees can expect a new craft beer release, jousting, aerial performances, live music, tarot, face painting, food, and of course… a costume contest. Come dressed for the occasion! Free to attend. Party goes from noon to midnight. More info here.
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Music in the Garden -> Enjoy a Saturday afternoon in at the South Coast Botanic Garden serenaded by live music from the Peninsula Committee Los Angeles Philharmonic. The performance is included with garden admission, which starts at $15 for adults. More info here.
Open Arts San Pedro – FA TP > This Saturday and Sunday, Angeleno art lovers can head to the South Bay for Arts Open San Pedro, a two-day, neighborhood wide takeover featuring more than 100 local artists, open studios, live music, dance, arts and craft, a scavenger hunt, food trucks, and immersive art installations, all spread over multiple locations. There will even be a free trolley to connect areas of activation. The event runs noon to 7 p.m. both days. Get more info here.
Jackalope Pasadena – M FA > This Saturday and Sunday, Jackalope brings its artisan market back to Central Park in Old Pasadena for a two-day event showcasing over 200 local vendors selling indie goods, clothing, jewelry, home decor, housewares, art, photography, and food. Outdoors. All-ages. Free to attend. Get more info here.
Fiesta Broadway – M FA > On Sunday, Four blocks of Broadway (between 1st and 4th) come alive for the annual Fiesta Broadway, a daylong Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring Lucha Libre matches, music, vendor booths, games, sports activities and a play area for kids. Runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. More info here.
Skirball Puppet Festival – > This Sunday, head to the Skirball Cultural Center to spend the day with friendly monsters and eclectic creatures at this massive festival featuring puppets in all shapes and sizes, live music, and a chance to design your own puppet. Tickets cost $20 per adult and $13 per child. More info here.
Cinco de Mayo Family Day at LA Plaza – M FA > LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes hosts their annual celebration of Cinco de Mayo this Sunday with a program of live music, art workshops, and dance, including performances by Ballet Floklórico Flor de Mayo and Santa Monica College Global Motion World Dance Company. The event runs from noon to 4 p.m. Free to attend.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Wally’s Pre-Fixe Lunch Menus -> Wally’s in Santa Monica and Beverly Hills are both offering elevated prix-fixe lunch menus—and with completely different offerings, it’s the perfect excuse to visit both. In Santa Monica, enjoy a two-course lunch for $29 with starters like Paul’s Endive Salad and Avocado Toast, and mains like Petit Steak Frites or a French Omelette Roulee. Upgrade to three courses for $35 to add dessert. Over in Beverly Hills, the $39 three-course menu leans luxe with options like Wagyu Tartare, Salmon Filet, and a Nicoise Salad, plus indulgent desserts like an Apple Tarte Tatin with vanilla ice cream, a cheese plate, or a warm double chocolate chip cookie with pistachio gelato.
Weiser Family Farms Open House -> Beloved for their heirloom produce, Weiser Family Farms is bringing their popular farmstand to ROW DTLA—and they’re kicking things off with an Earth Month celebration on Saturday, April 26 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop by their soon-to-open location for an afternoon of community vibes, live acoustic music, and seasonal sips and bites in partnership with Gather for Good. You’ll also find fresh seasonal bouquets for sale and curated CSA boxes packed with peak spring produce. Once open, the farmstand will pop up every Thursday and Saturday at ROW DTLA. More info here.
Early Bird Discounts at Innovative Dining Group Restaurants -> Early birds, this one’s for you! Now through Memorial Day, score 20% off your bill when you dine before 6:30 p.m. at BOA Steakhouse, Sushi Roku, or Katana. The offer is valid in the main dining rooms only, so round up your crew, beat the dinner rush, and save some money. More info here.
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