Things To Do in Los Angeles | Eventbrite (2024)

Spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more amazing marine life aboard this 2.5-hour tour, accompanied by educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, a Hollywood historian, or a spooky cynic, you will find yourself amused, scared, and surprised on this dark tour of the Boulevard of Broken Dreams.

The Setup hosts this pop-up comedy show on a patio near WeHo Sausage Company. Expect a handful of great comedians and food and drink options from nearby vendors.

Allow Matthew Grant to serenade you with smooth jazz melodies every Wednesday. You'll find two bars and plenty of beautiful room to hang out at Zaya, a Pershing Square area hangout.

This Glendale open mic welcomes comics to put their money where their mouths are, offering 5 minutes of stage time for $5. If you don't feel like telling jokes, you can always show up to watch — and audience admission is free.

Following the Kirsten Bell-produced revival of "Reefer Madness: The Musical," David Lamoureux will be hosting the after-party. His jazz band, The Four Twenties, will be keeping the 1930s vibes going. Be sure to wear your dancing shoes.

Looking for some free world-class jazz in a romantic setting? On Thursday nights, the candle-lit Continental Club hosts free performances featuring special guests and complimentary mini cupcakes.

Imagine tasting the terroir of a sweet glass of grapes as you fold literal earth with your hands. This no-experience-necessary pottery class is the perfect place to get your hands dirty and your whistle wet — all while creating something beautiful and useful.

Los Angeles game studio Winteryear invites fans of "Cyberpunk" and gamers to check out their dystopian new game “The Next World” pre-launch. Drinks are on them in exchange for giving some feedback in a post-presentation survey.

Follow the folks at Dress Up Studio down the rabbit hole for a dress up party in their Alice in Wonderland-inspired space. Styles will span decades and their vast collection of wigs pair perfectly with whatever get-up you get into.

Whether you're on a bachelorette party or just need a fun night out, this 90-minute bus tour features fun, games, and drag performances. It's BYOB, so bring your favorite tipples to sipple.

Got a short film that is audience-ready? The Great Film Club invites filmmakers to submit their short films for a chance to share their art with their dedicated audience. Cinephiles can join the audience and enjoy the work of LA’s finest up-and-coming filmmakers.

Legendary LA performer Lola Boutée and her seductive crew dance, sing, and juggle fire in the round at open-air co*cktail bar Saint & Sinner, which includes access to an afterparty where you can dance to a DJ's tunes.

This weekly Friday night party at Inglewood's Afrobeats club pairs infectious music with crowds of folks ready to hit the dance floor and meet new people.

Join the California Native Plant Society as you learn about our delicate ecosystem and remove invasive mustard. After your hard work, take a nature walk with the San Fernando Valley Audubon Society. You can borrow some binoculars, but make sure to bring your own water bottle.

Kick off the week by waking up early for a relaxing hour-long session with SoulPlay Yoga. If you care for brunch afterwards, you’ll get a free co*cktail with your entree.

Depart from Long Beach on this 2.5-hour tour, where educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific will help attendees spot whales, dolphins, sea lines, and more amazing marine life.

Compton Artists Alliance presents part one of this series, which is meant to inspire and support creativity in the community. “Child's Play Through Art” will take you back in time and scratch that nostalgic itch. Proceeds go to supporting and building local arts programs.

Whether you’re looking to meet your next fur baby or simply want to snuggle with a cute critter, bring your hugs (and your kids) to this literary cuddle sesh. All kids will walk away with a free book — and of course, one of the adoptable cuddle bugs, if you so choose.

Enjoy bachata, reggaeton, merengue, and more at this dance festival in Pershing Square. Local DJs will bring the tunes and vibes.

Hollywood co*cktail bar The North End invites you to fine-tune your taste for tequila during this tasting session. Whether you’re a Mezcal mule, agave aficionado, or know nada, you’ll find something you enjoy drinking here.

There's going to be a (fake) murder at Guido's restaurant in Santa Monica! Amateur sleuths can help find the killer, and they'll enjoy a tasty dinner while they're working through the clues.

Jazz enthusiasts from near and far will be gathering at Rowley Memorial Park for a day of music and community at this fan-favorite festival famous for its devotion to the entire genre, from fusion to funk.

Ready for graceful meditative movements and flowy breathing out in the open air? This relaxing class in Culver City is specifically designed for newbies.

It’s a day devoted to Latinx literature. Sign up for informational panels like “Owning Your Narrative” and enlightening workshops on topics like poetry, spoken word, and bilingual kids.

Learn about the gunslinging Angelenos of Wild West times, see design marvels like the Art Nouveau lobby of a 1913 hotel, and take your tastebuds on a tour tour of LA's melting pot food scene.

Presenting AfroClassical Composers will fill the Mark Taper Auditorium with the sounds of strings accompanied by dance, fashion, and more. Featuring classical music by composers Diane White-Clayton, Gregory T.S. Walker, Florence Price, and Fela Sowande, the free event will conclude with a community discussion with expert panelists.

Los Angelenos of Central America are invited to a party in Pershing Square with plenty of live music, vendors, and food options. Flags and country colors are encouraged.

This free event has just about everything kids love, from singing and dancing with musical instruments to stories and crafts. The folks at Books and Cookies are even bringing out the parachute (a gym class classic) to ensure a fun-filled day in the sun on the Ivy Station lawn.

Fans of the esoteric and occult will enjoy this restoration of Valeri Rubinchik’s "The Savage Hunt of King Stakh," presented by The Philosophical Research Society and LA-based publisher Bibliomancer’s Cinemancers series.

Take a deep dive into the classics at this monthly screening at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel hosted by film critic and winemaker José Ignacio Cuenca.

This burlesque variety show featured in Thrillist’s list of "Best Burlesque Shows In LA" has been a staple of LA’s burlesque scene for over eleven years. Join host Lola Boutée and the talented line-up for their triumphant return to live shows.

North Hollywood’s oldest brewery, Lawless Brewing, will keep your whistles wet while you peruse one-of-a-kind handmade treasures.

The Philosophical Research Society and Gumby Central will be celebrating Gumby creator and claymation pioneer Art Clokey with an evening of shorts, some of Gumby’s trippiest episodes, and the documentary "Gumby Dharma," which examines Clokey’s life and art.

The quirky QWERTY enthusiasts from KeebLife are hosting this convention celebrating computer keyboards. The event also supports the gang rehabilitation program Homeboy Industries.

The folks at Olympia Physical Therapy are hosting Yoga and Brunch before the LA Sparks’ afternoon battle against the ATL Dream. Come enjoy some time on and off the court.

Join the folks at the Armenian Festival for the premiere of "Between Borders" at Look Cinemas in Glendale. After the film, director Mark Freiburger, actress Elizabeth Tabish, producer Isaac Norris, and the film’s real-life subjects Ivan and Violetta Petrosyan will join the audience for a Q&A. And check out the other festival’s offerings on Eventbrite.

Love weird magic? This duo will have you entertained, amazed, and enraptured via a strange act that's peppered with curious interstitials.

Sneakerheads of LA, it’s once again time for this unconventional shoe convention. Hundreds of vendors and thousands of footwear fanatics will descend upon the LA Convention Center in the name of foot fashion.

Celebrate the return of everyone’s favorite stripes-loving demon with spooky drink specials and an EDM dance floor fit for the Netherworld.

Deemed a “cult shopping event” by Vogue, the vintage market A Cultural Affair will have designers, stylists, and all kinds of vintage fashion aficionados at DTLA’s Cooper Design Place.

Madre, one of LA’s top Oaxacan restaurants and mezcalerias, is hosting this tasting event to celebrate one of Mexico’s most delicious exports, mezcal. The ticket covers unlimited mezcal samples, so there’s no doubt you’ll be ready for the after-party.

Celebrate Mexican Independence with an afternoon and evening of food, music, drinks, and more at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena.

Join the professional foodies from CocuSocial for a ravioli-making workshop in Green Haus’s beautiful and airy kitchen studio. From shaping to stuffing to saucing it all up, you’ll learn techniques for making tasty vegetarian pasta.

Singer and comedian Madeleine Chalk takes the stage at Santa Monica Playhouse’s The Other Space to debut her one-woman show. She’ll be your social media coach and will have you in stitches.

Want to get your hands dirty for the community? Swing by these project days at Arlington Gardens, where you'll work on long-term improvements and learn about regenerative gardening and landscaping.

Celebrate television’s biggest night with a VIP party fit for the stars of the silver screen. Enjoy music, photo ops, and your own pap walk down the red carpet.

Calling all co*cktail-loving caballeros. This year, Santa Barbara’s annual extravaganza devoted to the sweet, salty, and sometimes spicy drink will be celebrated with a Western theme.

The Palm presents an evening of high-end surf and turf complemented with Napa Valley’s finest. Enjoy wine pairings with four courses plus a decadent dessert.

Elodie Azoula’s solo show about feelings is part preschool class, part group therapy, and part TED talk. The terrifying hilarity will ensue at The Lyric Hyperion.