Posts Tagged ‘Special Events’
September 30th, 2026 by thehollywoodhome
For true Angelenos, summer really begins in autumn. October is when temperatures soar during the day, the sun seems to linger over the city, and then nightfall arrives a little earlier, bringing cooler temperatures, a welcome reprieve from the heat, and the chance to finally enjoy the many fall events and things to do around Los Angeles. We’re starting the month with some of the best Halloween happenings in and around the city, followed by a selection of cultural, film, art, music, and food events worth making room for on your October calendar.
Courtesy of Carved at Descanso Gardens.
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September 3rd, 2026 by thehollywoodhome
Labor Day Weekend is the unofficial farewell to summer, and Los Angeles knows how to make the most of it. From a night at the Hollywood Bowl and baseball at Dodger Stadium to an outdoor screening at Hollywood Forever and three days of beachside festivities in Hermosa, there are plenty of ways to stretch out the final long weekend of summer. Here are 14 of our favorite things to do around Los Angeles this Labor Day Weekend.
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May 21st, 2026 by thehollywoodhome
Courtesy of Topanga Days.
Memorial Day Weekend has officially arrived in Los Angeles, and with it comes the city’s first real taste of summer: blazing sunshine, warm nights, packed patios, live music drifting through the air, and a calendar stacked with reasons to stay out all day long. Whether it’s an evening of world-class jazz under the lights at Los Angeles County Museum of Art, a blissfully bohemian escape into the canyon spirit of Topanga Days, or a food-filled stroll through MAINopoly in Santa Monica, the long weekend is overflowing with ways to celebrate the unofficial start of the season. From beach parties and outdoor movies to concerts, festivals, markets, and family-friendly happenings across the city, these are just a few of the standout events making this sunny May weekend one of the best times to be in Los Angeles.
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March 31st, 2026 by thehollywoodhome
Virginia Robinson Gardens
Easter weekend in Los Angeles offers no shortage of ways to spend the day outdoors, whether that means walking the formal gardens at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, exploring the seasonal blooms and wooded paths at Descanso Gardens, or taking in the historic grounds and city views at Greystone Mansion and Gardens. These three are standouts, but they are only a starting point. From coastal brunch spots to public gardens and historic estates, there are plenty of options across the city to plan a relaxed and scenic Easter weekend for both children and adults.
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January 3rd, 2026 by thehollywoodhome
Image Courtesy of LA Art Show.
January in Los Angeles offers a lively mix of energy, creativity, and experiences to start the New Year in style. Art lovers can immerse themselves in the LA Art Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center (Jan 7–11), a premier international contemporary art fair showcasing galleries from around the globe. Music fans will not want to miss the FireAid Benefit Concert on Jan 30 at the Intuit Dome and Kia Forum in Inglewood, a star-studded, multi-venue event supporting wildfire relief efforts. Food enthusiasts can explore the city’s culinary scene during DineLA Restaurant Week (Jan 23–Feb 6), with prix-fixe menus at standout restaurants across Los Angeles. Cinephiles can experience Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey on the big screen in 70 mm at the Aero Theatre on Sunday, Jan 11, a dazzling showcase of cinematic brilliance. These highlights are just the beginning, with dozens more events, screenings, and cultural happenings across the city that make this January truly unforgettable.
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December 4th, 2025 by thehollywoodhome
The holidays in Los Angeles arrive with their own kind of sparkle, and we’ve rounded up the very best ways to enjoy the season — for families, night owls, superfans, and anyone looking to experience December at its most festive. This guide highlights the city’s standout events and plenty of unique finds tucked off the beaten path, alongside the annual traditions Angelenos look forward to all year.
To kick things off, we’re spotlighting four major happenings: Folk Cancer: Hooray for Hollydays at the Saban Theatre, a star-powered holiday concert with Rufus and Martha Wainwright supporting musicians facing cancer; Venice’s Holiday Sign Lighting & Block Party, a beloved community celebration marking the annual red-and-green glow-up of the iconic sign; the Frogtown Holiday Hop, a walkable afternoon of art, music, workshops, food pop-ups, and neighborhood fun along the LA River; and Mariah Carey’s Holiday Bar at the Mondrian, a fully decked-out pop-up celebrating the Queen of Christmas
And that’s just the beginning. Inside the post, you’ll find even more unique discoveries, neighborhood traditions, intimate concerts, quirky craft nights, and those beloved seasonal standbys that make December in L.A. feel like the perfect gift. Let’s unwrap it!
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October 7th, 2025 by thehollywoodhome
October in Los Angeles is pure magic. It’s a month when the city’s creative spirit gets dressed up in its most spectacular costume. From puppet stages to museum walls, cemetery screenings to park festivals, L.A. comes alive with art, film, music, and just the right amount of spooky sparkle. To help you make the most of it, we’ve curated the definitive guide to the best special events happening all across the city, whether you’re craving a hauntingly good time or a dose of culture.
This month, don’t miss Bob Baker’s Halloween Spooktacular!, a beloved Angeleno tradition where over a hundred puppets sing, dance, and summon the season’s mischief with a brand-new Día de los Muertos sequence. At the Hammer Museum, Made in L.A. 2025 celebrates the city’s boundless creativity through an ambitious, multi-genre biennial showcasing the artists who shape its evolving story. Over at Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Cinespia invites you to cozy up under the stars with cult classics like The Craft and A Nightmare on Elm Street, plus a scream-worthy Halloween bash. Downtown, Gloria Molina Grand Park transforms into a glowing altar for Día de los Muertos, honoring ancestors with art, music, and community. And in Griffith Park, the P-22 Day Festival pays tribute to L.A.’s most iconic mountain lion with a family-friendly day of nature, learning, and love.
Whether you’re in the mood for art, nostalgia, fright, or heartfelt remembrance, October in Los Angeles promises a little wonder for everyone and we’ve rounded it all up for you.
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July 31st, 2025 by thehollywoodhome
August in Los Angeles is brimming with events that capture the soul, spirit, and sunshine of the city and we’ve gathered a whole lineup of them to keep your calendar packed, no matter your age or interests. Among the highlights: RiverFest returns to L.A. State Historic Park on August 3 with a full day of art, live music, eco-friendly fun, and food truck favorites, all in celebration of our ever-evolving Los Angeles River; on August 5, Gustavo Dudamel brings the sounds of Harlem and Paris to the Hollywood Bowl, conducting a jazz-infused evening of Ellington and Ravel alongside piano virtuoso Seong-Jin Cho; and on August 10, head to the coast for Sunday Sessions at the Malibu Pier, a feel-good beachside festival supporting local shops and parks with live music, shopping, and seaside energy all day long. And that’s just the beginning—we’ve rounded up dozens more can’t-miss happenings across the city to help you make the most of this sun-soaked month.
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June 26th, 2025 by thehollywoodhome
There’s nowhere quite like Los Angeles when it comes to celebrating Independence Day. Whether you’re dancing under the stars at the Hollywood Bowl, catching a dramatic rematch at Dodger Stadium, or spreading a picnic blanket by the water in Marina del Rey, the city turns red, white, and blue in the most cinematic way possible. This year, highlights include the July Fourth Fireworks Spectacular with Earth, Wind & Fire lighting up the Bowl for three nights of groove and glory, a high-stakes Dodgers vs. Astros showdown complete with holiday fanfare, and a waterfront fireworks display in Marina del Rey that draws thousands to the shore. And that’s just the beginning — from classic film screenings to rooftop concerts and booming fireworks displays from the Valley to the South Bay, we’ve rounded up the best ways to spend the Fourth of July in Los Angeles.
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June 5th, 2025 by thehollywoodhome
Whether your dad is a steak traditionalist, a smashburger fiend, or just appreciates a great meal with his crew, Los Angeles is stacked with options that hit the mark. This Father’s Day (Sunday, June 15), treat him to a lunch or dinner that goes beyond the usual. From sizzling ribeyes to legendary burgers, here are 13 top-notch spots that deliver on flavor, vibe, and that extra something special.
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