Labor Day Weekend Events in Los Angeles | Sept. 1 – Sept. 4 2023

Get ready, Los Angeles! Labor Day weekend is about to hit the city like a wave of pure excitement, and we’ve got your golden ticket to all the fun. 🌞🎉 First up, the queen herself, Beyoncé, is gracing the stage at SoFi Stadium for not one, not two, but three electrifying nights. Her Renaissance World Tour is set to bring you an unforgettable experience, blending her latest hits with timeless classics. Or, step into the world of cinematic nostalgia with Big Screen Pee-Wee, a four-film marathon dedicated to the iconic Paul Reubens, better known as Pee-Wee Herman. It’s an afternoon of laughter and adventure that you won’t want to miss. And for all you tequila enthusiasts out there, the Melrose Tequila Festival is the place to be. As the sun sets on Saturday night, head over to Melrose Place in West Hollywood for hand-crafted cocktails, tequila-infused delights, and non-stop entertainment. But wait, there’s more! Our curated list is brimming with Labor Day weekend events that will keep your spirits soaring. Read on for the full scoop on what’s happening in sunny Los Angeles this holiday weekend! 🌴🍹🎶

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Beyoncé: Renaissance World Tour
SoFi Stadium
Friday, Sept. 1 – Saturday, Sept. 2; Monday, Sept. 4
Beyoncé’s world tour finally stops in L.A. for three nights. Expect Queen Bey to bring her A-game to the tracks from Renaissance (2022), which she performs with her older material in between. Remember to give yourself plenty of time to get to the stadium.

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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert
Hollywood Bowl 
Friday, Sept. 1 – Saturday, Sept. 2; 8 p.m.
David Newman conducts the LA Phil through the score of the sixth episode of the Star Wars saga. Watch the film on the big screen with the orchestra performing John Williams’ legendary music live to picture.

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Big Screen Pee-Wee: A Paul Reubens 4-Film Marathon
American Cinematheque at the Aero Theatre
Saturday, Sept. 2 at 3 p.m.
Attend a movie marathon dedicated to the late Paul Reubens — best known as his iconic character, Pee-Wee Herman. The films included in the marathon are Matilda at 3 p.m., Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure at 4:50 p.m., Big Top Pee-Wee at 6:30 p.m. and Mystery Men at 8:05 p.m. There will be brief intermissions between films. A ticket includes entry to all films in the marathon.

Hoods Up! Labor Day Weekend Edition
Petersen Automotive Museum
Friday, Sept. 1 – Monday, Sept. 4
The museum lifts the hoods on some of the most iconic vehicles in their collection this weekend. Bring your fav car enthusiast to view some of the most complex motors that power some of the rarest cars in the world. More than 150 cars will be on view (and more in their vault).

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Festival of Philippine Arts & Culture
Levitt Pavilion
Friday, Sept. 1 – Saturday, Sept 2
The Filipino cultural organization FilAm Arts with Levitt Pavilion presents the 29th Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) this Labor Day Weekend, showcasing artistic performances, cultural activities, and a diverse marketplace. The festival kicks off on Friday at 7 p.m. with “Flashback Friday,” a musical journey through the iconic sounds of the ‘90s.

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The Malibu Chili Cook-Off & Fair
23575 Civic Center Way
Friday, Sept. 1 – Monday, Sept 4.
The Malibu Chili Cook-Off & Fair returns from Sept. 1 to 4 with plenty of food vendors, entertainment and carnival rides. Although chili lovers can buy a number of varieties of chili, including vegan and vegetarian options, all weekend long, the 40th annual chili competition featuring professional and amateur chefs takes place on Saturday, Sept. 3.

The Melrose Tequila Festival
Melrose Place
Saturday, Sept. 2 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Sip tequila at Melrose Place in West Hollywood! Drink hand-crafted cocktails, sample tequila-infused treats and enjoy live entertainment throughout the night. The tequila lineup includes Teremana Tequila, Lobos 1707 Tequila, El Cristiano, Rancho De La Luna Mezcal and Mijenta Tequila.

Summer Forever Festival
Paséa Hotel & Spa
Saturday, Sept. 2 – Monday, Sept. 4
The oceanfront resort holds Labor Day festivities all weekend long, including a Spirits Festival on the Ocean Lawn (Sept. 2), a pool party at Ninth Island Pool (Sept. 3) and a rooftop Bubble Brunch at Treehouse Lounge on Sunday.  

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West Adams Block Party
5419 W. Adams Blvd., West Adams
Sunday, Sept. 3; 12 – 8 p.m.
The community event features two stages of musical performances, art installations, local vendors, food trucks and curated educational and sports programming for kids. The powerhouse performance lineup includes Arrested Development, D Smoke, Soulection, Battlecat, Medusa, Georgia Ann Muldrow and others.

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The Goonies
Cinespia at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Sunday, Sept. 3; 8 p.m.
Spend a summer night watching the Goonies (Mikey, Mouth, Data and Chunk) embark on a quest for pirate treasure. The 1985 coming-of-age comedy adventure featured Sean Astin, Jeff Cohen, Corey Feldman, Ke Huy Quan and a number of other future stars. All ages.

The Yacht Or Nyacht Podcast/Billion Dollar Record Club Podcast Launch Party
The Offbeat Bar
Sunday, Sept. 3; 3 – 8 p.m.
The creators of the 2005 Yacht Rock web series host a launch party to celebrate the release of their two new music podcasts: The Yacht or Nyacht Podcast and Billion Dollar Record Club. Podcast hosts J.D. Ryznar, Hunter Stair, David B. Lyons and “Hollywood” Steve Huey spin all-vinyl sets at the event, and attendees can pepper the DJs with their “Yacht or nyacht?” questions while noshing on complimentary snacks.

Enjoy the weekend!

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