Things To Do in LA in May

With summer just around the corner, the events in LA are stacking up! We’ve compiled the best events you have to check out that will get you in the summer mood! Check back throughout the month to see what else comes up. Happy scrolling!!

ChocoLAte Talk & Tasting

May 30th, 6pm-9pm

Location: National History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA, 90007

The ChocoLAte Talk & Tasting series, “The Chocolate Cure,” is returning for the second installment at the National History Museum of LA! Learn about the connections between mental health and chocolate with a discussion with Albert Daniel of Albert’s Petite Sweets and SueEllen Mancini of Sad Girl Creamery, moderated by Milena Acosta. Take a deep dive with these three on how chocolate is a source of comfort and recovery and reflect on their experiences. Your admission will also include chocolate tasting from Sad Girl Creamy and Albert’s Petite Sweets as you explore the universal impact chocolate has had on people’s lives! This is the perfect event for all chocolate lovers! Buy your tickets and find more info HERE!

Fluffology’s Spaw Day

June 1st, 11am-2pm

Location: 11128 Magnolia Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601

Treat your dogs to the ultimate Spaw Day event! Fluffology is hosting all dog-lovers and owners to stop by the store for complimentary spawdicures, Puppy B12 shots, and Mini Manicures for humans to pamper parents and pets! Kick off the summer feeling refreshed. This event is free and no RSVP is needed, but all services are first come-first serve. Find more info HERE!

Bold is Beautiful: Benefit Brow Waxes

May 1st-May 31st

Location: Multiple locations

Check out any Benefit Brow Bars throughout the month of May as a way to give back to local charities! If you get your brows done with Benefit, they promise to give back to the women and the girls in the community. Through their global philanthropy program, Bold is Beautiful, $5 from every Benefit brow wax service around the world each May is donated to local charities that help empower women & girls including Planned Parenthood, Girls Inc, Step Up, and Dress for Success. Book a brow wax that gives back HERE!

GRAMMY Museum Public Programs

May 13th-June 10th

Location: GRAMMY Museum, 800 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015

The GRAMMY Museum summer programs have dropped! On May 13th at 7:30pm, the multi-planitnum recording artists MAX (the top pop-star to watch) will discuss his latest music and perform! The next day on Tuesday May 14th at 7:30pm, have a conversation with Andra Day moderated by Jimmy Jam. This GRAMMY Award-winning singer/songwriter and very accomplished Andra Day will be talking about her upcoming studio album Cassandra with Jimmy Jam. On Wednesday, May 15th at 7:30pm, chart-topping artist Dillion Francis will be celebrating his 10-year anniversary of the popular song “Get Low!” Discuss his creative process with the one and only Diplo. On Saturday, May 18th from 12pm-2pm, the GRAMMY Museum will be hosting a special College and Career Fair surrounding programs and careers in the music industry. Network and speak with professionals from various organizations and schools about getting your foot in the music industry! On Thursday May 23rd at 7:30pm, celebrate AAPI with thuy who will be discussing her latest project, don’t miss me too much and her hit song, girls like me don’t cry, and of course, a performance! On Wednesday May 29th at 7:30pm Sasha Alex Sloan will be celebrating her newest album, ME AGAIN, and she will be also be discussing her creative process and platform! Kick off pride on Wednesday, June 5th at 7:30pm, and celebrate Pride with Chrissy Chlapecka. She will discussing and performing her debut EP, Girlie Pop, with Rolling Stone’s Tomas Mier. On Monday June 10th at 7:30pm, Little Feat will be celebrating and performing their latest album, Sam’s Place, with a conversation moderated by Scott Goldman! Come check out these awesome events and see your favorite artists! Find more info on these nights HERE!

Intro to the Art of Sushi

Now-May 25th, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Location: Green Haus Kitchen Studio, 937 East Pico Blvd #3D, Los Angeles, CA, 90021

If you’re looking to expand your cooking skills, roll up your sleeves and come learn how create your own sushi roll! Learn first hand from a sushi making master who will teach you everything you need to know from preparing the rice to selecting fresh ingredients to rolling! You’ll make 3 types of rolls; tuna roll, a vegetable-based roll, and the “chef’s choice.” All of these rolls will be using the freshest and most sustainable ingredients. Let your creativity shine through as you play with different flavors. Find more info and grab your tickets HERE!

Jazz at LACMA

May 10th-June 28th, 6pm-8pm

Location: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Attention all Jazz lovers! LACMA is hosting free jazz nights every Friday night this summer! Come see the amazing and talented jazz artists including Henry “Skipper” Franklin Band, Lesa Terry, Katissse, Sweet Baby J’ai, Teodross Avery Quartet, Larry Nash & the Jazz Symphonics, Devin Daniels Quintet, and Sharon Marie Cline. Each artist will be performing on different Friday nights this summer. This is the perfect event to make a weekly hang with friends as you spend your Friday evenings in LACMA’s infamous outdoor Smidt Welcome Plaza listening to some jazz! Even if you can make only make one of these concerts, we promise you’re going to have the most amazing time! Find more info HERE!

Butterfly Pavilion at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

Now-August 25th, 10am-5pm

Location: National History Museum of Los Angeles County, 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90007

Get excited because the Butterfly Pavilion is back, baby! Stroll side by side with hundreds of butterflies in NHM’s outdoor, open-air netted enclosure, and experience more features like California native plants, and plenty of natural light to help see the creatures flutter all around! See the stages of the butterfly lifecycle from eggs to caterpillars and chrysalises of 30 different species, including California natives like the Mourning Cloak and Common Buckeye. Museum educators will be onsite to teach you everything you need to know about this little magical creatures. The tickets are timed for 30 minute sessions and are free for members and $8 for non-members. Find more info and grab your tickets HERE!

LA Venice Beach Walking Food Tour

Now-July 8th

Location: The Venice Whaler, 10 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90292

Check out this secret walking food tour in Venice Beach! Explore the Venice’s amazing food bursting with flavor, creativity, and stunning street art! Start your 3 hour tour in the Venice Canals, and travel through the infamous Venice Skatepark, and end at the Ocean Front Walk! Indulge in LA’s finest culinary delights while learning about the rich culture and history of Venice. Find more info and tickets HERE!

Candle Making & Wine Tasting

Now-July 19th

Location: 23130 Sherman Way, West Hills, CA 91307

Check out this unforgettable experience of crafting your very own candle while drinking some of the best wines. Let your creativity shine bright as you learn how to make your own candle from Laura Yochum from Prostainable. As your candle sets, delve into a diverse range of Malibu Wines which will be handpicked to complement the candle-making experience. This is a perfect date night idea or bonding activity with a group of friends! This event is 21+ and tickets are selling quick. Find more info and buy tickets HERE!

Barnsdall Park’s Wine Tasting Series

May 31st-August 30th, 5:30pm-9pm

Location: Barnsdall Park, 4800 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Spend the evening at Barnsall Park’s infamous wine tasting series that has returned for their 15th season! This series will be happening every Friday, so make sure you mark your calendar! Visitors can enjoy the cultural campus for wine tasting while also checking out the COLA exhibition through July 20th at DCA’s LA Municipal Art Gallery, and wine tours will include tours of the interior of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House. Find more info and buy your tickets HERE!

Foster Love Gala

July 19th, 5pm

Location: 16500 Scientific, Irvine, CA, 92618

Foster Love  – the amazing non-profit that is dedicated to improving the lives of children in foster care – invites the public to attend their super special A Million Dreams gala. Spend the evening celebrating the power of compassion and community, and raise awareness and funds to continue to further their mission on providing love, stability, and opportunities to help children in foster care. This wonderful gala will be an unforgettable event featuring inspiring speakers, heartwarming stories, and opportunities to connect with other supporters who aim to make a difference in the lives of foster kids. Tickets are discounted if you buy them before May 31st and use the promo code GALA2024. If you’re interested in making a difference, find more info and purchase your tickets HERE!

***Past Events ***

Buellton Brew Fest

May 4th, 11:30am-4:30pm

Location: River View Park, 151 Sycamore Dr, Buellton, CA 93427

Celebrate another year of the Buellton Brew Fest filled with beer, wine, spirits, food, and live performances! Everyone is encouraged to dress in their best Star Wars costume to celebrate the force on May 4th! Best costumes winners will be announced and brought up on stage near the end! The Brew Festival will feature over 50 breweries, wineries, and spirits including Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co., Agua Santa Mexican Lager, Firestone Walker Brewing Company, and more! There will be a wide variety of food trucks on site. As for live entertainment, make sure to check out Central Coast’s very own Molly Ringwald Project as they will perform 80s tribute songs and True Zion will bring reggae music to the festival! Bring your own lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the day with friends and family! Find more info and tickets HERE!

Rooftop Yoga with ASTRO GONG YOGA

May 4th, 10:30am

Location: tommie Hollywood, 6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90028

tommie Hollywood just announced their new weekly and complimentary 60-minute Vinyasa flow rooftop classes! Start your day off right with this 10:30am class led by a certified ASTRO GONG YOGA instructor to center your mind, body and soul above the Hollywood skyline. This innovate yoga class will be at the tommie Hollywood until the end of September. This class is suitable for yogis of all levels and aims to help you rejuvenate your body with dynamic poses and deep stretches. This is the perfect place to meet other fellow yogis and build up your wellness community here! After class, head down to the tommie’s destination restaurant, KA’TEEN to experience one of the best brunches in LA, including Flan Brulee Pancake and Short Rib Enfrijolada! This is totally free, open to public, and is on a first come-first serve basis, so sign up ASAP! Register HERE!

No Kid Hungry’s “Taste of the Nation” Culinary Event for a Cause

May 4th, 1pm-4pm

Location: Media Park, 9070 W Venice, Culver City, CA, 90232

Check out LA’s top chefs and restaurants as they support No Kid Hungry‘s cause and dish up the most delectable foods and beverages! Co-chairs of this event Brooke Williamson, chef & owner of Playa Provisions, and Mei Lin, chef & owner of daybird, invite the ultimate foodies to experience the best bites in LA and support the cause to end childhood hunger. The outdoor event will include amazing eats, signature drinks, and tasty desserts from over 40 of LA’s top tastemakers, chefs, and mixologists, including some of our faves: Poppy + Rose, Pop’s Bagels, Wayfarer DTLA, and more. Yum! The event will also feature live music, interactive games, raffles, live cooking demonstrations, and more! This is the perfect family friendly event you’ve been looking for! Be sure to purchase your ticket ASAP! Find more info and grab your tickets HERE!

Swim Club Saturday at Skybar

May 4th, 1pm-6pm

Location: Mondrian Los Angeles, 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Kick start summer vibes at Skybar’s Swim Club Saturday! Get ready to dance poolside with DJ sets, refreshing cocktails, browsing through summer styles at the cabana swim shop, and looking out at the amazing views of the LA skyline. This event is 21+ and tickets are super affordable, starting at $10. Grab your friends and have some fun in the sun! Find more info and tickets HERE!

***CINCO DE MAYO EVENTS***

Location: The Godfrey Hotel, 1400 N Cahuenga Blvd Hollywood, CA 90028

Join The Godfrey Hotel for a complete hotel takeover presented by Netflix, Sony, Casamigos, KM Records, and Affinity Nightlife. Entertainment includes Mariachi Bands with authentic Mexican music, Sr. Chan & Miguel Cornejo as the evening’s hosts, and a Michelada Bar with unique specially crafted drinks. You can also enjoy music by DJ Rico 100, Dre Sinatra, & DJ Fredy Fresco. You might want to kep an eye out for a few celeb guests too. Buy your tickets here.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Catalina Island

May 5, 5pm-9pm

Location: Catalina Museum for Art & History, 217 Metropole Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704

Check out the biggest Mexican celebration for Cinco de Mayo on Catalina Island. Celebrate art, culture, and heritage with live music by island favorites including Sin Frontera, traditional dance performances by Ballet Folklorico Quetzal, and eat popular Mexican dishes from local food vendors. Make sure to check out the exciting art projects and raise a toast with some delicious margs, wine, beer, and more! Find more info HERE!

2nd & PCH Festivities

May 5th, 12-5 pm

Location: E 2nd St & Pacific Coast Hwy Long Beach, CA 90803

Shop over 20 local businesses and enjoy entertainment at the Cinco de Mayo Unidos Vendor Market. The curated open-air market celebrates the holiday with folklórico dancers, a mariachi band, photo opportunities, drinks by Beachwood Brewing and special crafts for visitors to shop. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to indulge in tasty tacos, refreshing margaritas, and traditional Mexican desserts. RSVP for FREE here.

Cinco de Mayo Dana Point Harbor Cruise

May 5th

Location: 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

Just a short drive outside of LA, you can celebrate Cinco de Mayo with friends and family on an unforgettable 2-hour boat cruise in picturesque Dana Point Harbor. On the main deck, you can enjoy a delicious catered lunch with tacos, margaritas, and panoramic views of the harbor. Head upstairs to the second deck to enjoy the sunshine, refreshing ocean breeze, and stunning sights while live mariachi musicians play. Tickets include two free margaritas and an authentic catered lunch. Grab your tickets here.

Cinco de Mayo on The Promenade

May 5th, 4-5:30 pm

Location: 1200 Block of the Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica

Join Downtown Santa Monica and celebrate Cinco de Mayo by the beach. Attendees will enjoy performances by UCLA’s Mariachi de Uclatlán, Academia de Danza BFFM, and recording artist Danny Muñoz. Guests will also enjoy outdoor dining from local favorites including Casa Martin, Cabo Cantina, 1212, and Ugo Trattoria. RSVP is free here.

Cinco de Mayo Pool Party with Casamigos

May 5th, 2pm-7pm

Location: Skybar, Mondrian Los Angeles, 8440 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with LA’s biggest party! Experience Tulum vibes for one day at the exclusive Skybar pool & day club! Listen to house music from international DJs and producers, and hang out on best rooftop where you can see the LA skyline! Make sure to get your ticket ASAP! Find more info HERE!

Sabor del Valle Latino Food & Wine Festival

May 5th, 12pm-5pm

Location: LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 North Main Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012

Check out this one of a kind food & wine festival, and indulge in an array of Latino flavors! Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by tasting the best wines from Central Coast Latino Wine Makers and eating small bites from Los Angeles Latino Chefs for a truly unforgettable experience! You don’t want to miss out on this unique tasting! Find more info and grab tickets HERE!

Marina del Rey Premier Brunch Cruise

Now-May 6th, 11am

Location: Fisherman’s Village, 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA, 90292

It’s time to take brunch to a whole other level. Check out this luxurious cruise on a yacht with delicious brunch spread, live entertainment, breathtaking views, and unlimited champagne! Cruise through Marina del Rey for 2.5 hours and enjoy the fresh salty air while eating, sipping, and laughing with your brunch crew! Dress in your best dressy-casual attire and get the best insta pics on this cruise. Find more info and buy your tickets HERE!

Cinespia

May 10th-June 29th

Location: Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Check out LA’s ultimate cinematic experience, Cinespia film screening, for its 23rd season at LA Historic Park! This season is super special because there will be screening at The Rose Bowl for the first time ever!! Kick start the summer with an all-time classics, Mamma Mia on May 10th at LA State Historic Park, Lord of the Rings 2: The Two Towers on May 17th at LA State Historic Park, Almost Famous on May 25th at the Rose Bowl Stadium, and more movies throughout the summer! Spend time outside and watch some of your favorite movies with friends and family! Find more info and tickets HERE!

Vanderpump Dog: World Dog Day

May 11th, 11am-4pm

Location: West Hollywood Park, 647 N. San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA

Vanderpump Dog invites the public to celebrate their World Dog Day! Their aim is to create a more humane world for dogs all around the world. Cleo&Hooman, a renown luxury pet wellness brand, will be sponsoring this special event that will feature a fun booth, product giveaways, and meet-and-greets with CEO, Cleo! Make sure you give your pets the best treatment with the most amazing and healthy grooming products. Find more info HERE!

***MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCHES & EVENTS***

Dermalogica’s Mother’s Day Facials

May 4th-12th

Location: 605 N W Knoll Dr, West Hollywood, CA 90069

Celebrate your mothers with Dermalogica! Starting May 4th, book a 60-minute treatment for your mom and receive a complimentary 30-minute mini facial at their Weho location! Dermalogica has some of the best skilled skin therapists who will analyze your skin and create a custom facial for your skin’s needs. There is no better way to show your appreciativeness for your mothers than a relaxing spa day! Find more info and book your appointment HERE!

Mother’s Day at Vallarta Supermarket

May 12th, 9am-10am

Location: Vallarta Supermarket, 655 N Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91103

Treat your moms to a special mariachi serenade from the renowned all women band, Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea. Make the most of the morning by indulging in agua frescas, sweets, and flowers, and the first 50 moms to attend can participate in a giveaway! Start off Mother’s Day right having fun and dancing with your moms! In case you can’t make it, stay tuned with their socials to livestream the performance, and find more info HERE!

Valencia Town Center: Mother’s Day

May 11th, 11am-3pm

Location: Valencia Town Center, 24201 W. Valencia Blvd, Valencia, CA, 91355

Valencia Town Center invites the public to their Mother’s Day event, “Memories Made Here: Celebrating Mother’s Day in Style” on the lower level near H&M. Show your mothers and mother-like figures how special they are to you! Make beautiful floral bouquets, take cute photos, delve into yummy coffees and pastries, watch models sport the latest fashions from White House Black Market, explore the permanent jewelry from Twislett, and get your mom a free “Best Mom Ever” tote bag! Have the best day ever with your mom and create memories that will last a lifetime! Find more info HERE!

Mother’s Day Parachute Shopping Deals

May 11th, 11am-7pm

Location: All 26 Parachute locations

If you and your mom love shopping, then make sure to check out this fun in-store experience from one of our favorite brands, Parachute! All in-store shoppers will be able to sip and shop with free organic wines from Avaline and experience one-day only deals! These deals include an exclusive promotion of buy a robe and get 50% of slippers, receive a floral gift from UrbanStems for all purchases over $200, get a limited edition Parachute reusable tote, and make sure to enter to win a Lola Ade necklace. Check out their products HERE!

La Boheme Mother’s Day Sunday Brunch

May 12th, 11am

Location: La Boheme, 8400 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood CA,

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a special Mother’s Day brunch! La Boheme invites you and your mothers to celebrate in the heart of West Hollywood. This brunch will have a pre-fixed menu, yummy cocktails, and amazing vibes that promise you and your mothers will have the best day together! Make your reservations HERE!

1212 Santa Monica

May 12th, 11am-3pm

Location: 1212 Santa Monica, 1212 3rd St Promenade, Santa Monica, CA

Still looking for a Mother’s Day brunch? Check out 1212 Santa Monica’s bottomless brunch! Celebrate at this beautiful restaurant surrounded by tulips, treats, DJ music, a pre-fixed menu, and an immaculate ambiance! Don’t miss the opportunity to show how much your mothers mean to you! Make your reservations HERE!

Parkers’ Lighthouse

May 12th, 9am-3pm

Location: Parker’s Lighthouse,

Come celebrate Mother’s Day with a lavish buffet at Parker’s Lighthouse! You can enjoy a variety of delicious plates including seafood, salads, carving stations, an assortment of baked goods, and a choice of champagne, mimosas, coffee, or tea! Also, Queensview Steakhouse at Parker’s Lighthouse will be hosting a Mother’s Day Jazz Brunch from 10am-3pm where guests can have an entree, an appetizer, and desert buffet with the a choice of champagne, mimosas, bloody mary’s, coffee or tea! Listen to live jazz and you and mothers have the best brunch ever! Find more info and make reservations HERE!

LouLou at Santa Monica

May 12th, 11:30 am

Location: 395 Santa Monica Pl #300, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Have your Mother’s Day brunch at the one and only LouLou at Santa Monica! This French Mediterranean restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy Mother’s Day with their beautiful ambiance, amazing foods, and delicious cocktails! Indulge in delicious favorites, a seafood tower, DJs and live performances! Spoil your mother and mother-like figures at LouLou! Find more info and make reservations HERE!

The Gourmandise School at Santa Monica

May 11th-12th, 10am-12:30pm & 2:30-5pm

Location: 395 Santa Monica Pl #323, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Spend the weekend at The Gourmandise School cooking for this very special Mother’s Day! The cooking school will be offering a variety of Mother’s Day-focused classes including a brunch from 10am-12:30pm and a Mother’s Day Cookie Decorating session from 2:30pm-5pm on May 11th! On Sunday May 12th, you and your mom can take the Mother’s Day French Macarons class from 10am-1pm or the Mother’s Day Chocolates & Caramels from 10:30am-2:30pm! The cooking school is also offering at home baking kits that can be the perfect and most memorable gift for your mom! Find more info and book your class HERE!

Empowered Yoga Classes

May 12th,

Location: Multiple Locations

Empowered Yoga invites Mother’s Day class attendees to bring along their mothers or mother-figures to celebrate the day with a free class for mom! There will be multiple classes throughout the afternoon starting at 12pm with YOGA HIIT, 12:30pm Vinyasa Flow & Sound Bath, 1:30 Vinyasa Flow, and 2pm Vinyasa Flow. Spend Mother’s Day slowing down, relaxing, and connecting. Empowered is also offering gift cards ranging from $50-$200 for the perfect Mother’s Day gift for any class at Empowered’s two locations in Culver City and West Adams. Sign up HERE!

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Miramar

May 12th, 12pm & 3:30pm

Location: Fairmont Miramar, 101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Enjoy Mother’s Day afternoon with a tea party! Nibble on some yummy smoked salmon and cucumber mint sandwiches, warm scones with clotted cream, house-made preserves, and some delicious sweets while you sip on a selection of freshly brewed Lot 35 loose-leaf teas from the Fairmont’s exclusive tea collection! This lunch is full service with 3-course afternoon tea in the Fairmont’s gorgeous Bernardaud porcelain. Make your reservations HERE!

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Fairmont x Culinary Sensation Half Baked Harvest Spring Collab

April 10th-May 10th

Location: Fairmont Miramar, 101 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401

The iconic Fairmont Miramar invites the public to come enjoy a meal at their farm-to-table FIG Restaurant. The month-long collaborative menu series with food influencer and culinary sensation, Tieghan Gerard, will feature a selection of elevated Half Baked Harvest’s most popular dishes. All food is locally sourced seasonal ingredients from the Santa Monica Farmers Market! Come eat fresh! The limited-time menu is available for brunch on Saturday & Sunday from 11:30am-3:00pm and dinner from Tuesday-Saturday from 5:00pm-10:00pm. Be sure to RSVP!

Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy

Now-May 12th

Location: 1601 E 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90023

Check out this super special and limited pop-up of the world’s first art amusement park that has been rescued and on view for the first time in four decades! Luna Luna first popped up in Hamburg, Germany where an amusement park with rides, games, and attractions met visionary artists like Jean-Michael Basquiat, Keith Haring, and David Hockney. Lose yourself in this old world of treasures that have been sealed and forgotten about until now. If you love mystery, wonder, and amusement parks, this pop-up is a must go-to! Find more info and grab your tickets HERE!

Le Cirque Takes Sixty

May 15th-May 18th

Location: Sixty Hotel,  9360 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212

For three nights only, Sixty Hotel announces that Le Cirque, the iconic New York culinary brand beloved by some of our fave celebs, will take over Sixty Hotel’s restaurant. Le Cirque is bringing a historic mainstay of Manhattan’s clubby dining scene with a blend of French sophistication and Italian panache to LA! Check out the delicious and iconic menu foods and cocktails for this limited time! Find more info HERE!

Candlelit DTLA: Tribute to Nirvana

May 15th, 6:30pm & 9:00pm

Location: Zipper Concert Hall, 200 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Check out this awesome tribute to one of the world’s best rock n’ roll bands! The Orchid Quartet is putting on an amazing show of Nirvana’s greatest hits at the Zipper Concert Hall including “Come As You Are,” “Heart-Shaped Box,” “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” and more oldies but goldies! All seating is first come, first serve. Spend the evening reminiscing on these stellar tunes performed in a beautifully orchestrated way. Find tickets HERE!

Comedy Jawn x Fluffology’s Comedy Show

May 17th, 7pm-10m

Location: Fluffogy,

Check out this dog-friendly comedy show at Fluffology in North Hollywood presented by Comedy Jawn! The local LA-based comedy organizer, K-9 Comedy, will be featuring five amazing stand up comedians including Alec Flynn, Sammy Weiser, Tommy Mitchell, Mike Falzone, and Justine Marino! All dogs are totally welcomed to this night of dog-centric comedy! Find more info HERE!

Sainte Marguerite en Provence Design Pop-Up

May 17th-20th, 11am6pm

Location: Private Estate in Homlby Hills, Los Angeles

Come experience this luxurious rosé design pop-up! Sainte Marguerite en Provence’s rosé embodies a modern, contemporary approach for the delicious rosé. They are inviting the public to check out their luxury design event. Come to the same beautiful estate that the Biebers have been at and experience rosé differently. Inquire to attend HERE!

One Colorado: Courtyard Series

May 3rd, 11th, & 19th

Location: One Colorado, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena, CA

Check out One Colorado’s unforgettable shopping and dining experience in the heart of Old Pasadena! They are starting a new curated collection, “The Courtyard Series,” of community events including live music, fitness, and wellness activities on the first Friday, second Saturday, and third Sunday of every month! These events are totally free and open to to the public (we recommend you RSVP though since there’s limited space.) After each event, make sure to explore the shopping center’s unique collection of retailers, restaurants, and eateries! Find more info HERE!

Beverly Hills Art Show

May 18th-19th, 10am-6pm

Location: Beverly Gardens Park, 9439 Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

The Beverly Hills Art Show is back again in the 90210, and they are inviting the public to come see the art of 235 artists! This event will have a variety of food trucks, children’s arts & crafts area, and an adult beer & wine garden! Grab your friends & family and immerse yourself in the amazing art spanning four blocks within the beautiful Beverly Garden Park that captivates art fanatics, families, visitors, and locals alike! Find more info HERE!

Chairman’s Circle Networking Luncheon

May 22nd, 12pm-1:30pm

Location: 301 N Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Check out this monthly exclusive networking event of influential professionals set in the prestigious Beverly Hills. Expand your network by expanding and cultivating meaningful connections. The lunch will include all attendees to introduce themselves and their business, exchange referrals with top members in professional industries, a focused agenda of networking, and a delicious two-course meal at Il Fornaio. Make sure you RSVP because there are limited seats. Find more info and register HERE!

***Memorial Day Weekend Events***

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Screening & Drone Show

May 25th

Location: Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038

On Memorial Day weekend, Hollywood Forever Cemetery is hosting a special, outdoor screening of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, where you can experience the heartwarming film like never before, under the open sky and amidst the stars. And there is a little surprise. When the credits roll, there will be a breathtaking drone show, where the night will come alive with lights and colors inspired by the movie’s unforgettable moments. Gather your family and friends for  this one of a kind magical evening in LA. Bring  bring blankets, pillows, low chairs, and picnics with your beer and wine!  The fun begins at 6:45pm ( when gates open) and the screening begins at 8:30pm.  Tickets are $22 and can be purchased here.

64th Annual Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

May 24th-27th, 10am

Location: 12732 Main St, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Spend Memorial Day Weekend at the beloved and annual Garden Grove Strawberry Festival for a fun-filled celebration of Garden Grove’s agricultural heritage and the iconic strawberry! This is very strawberry girl aesthetic. Don’t miss out on the Strawberry Shortcake Opening Ceremony, live entertainment from local bands and artists, family-friendly carnival rides and games, and a grand parade featuring celebrities, elected officials, marching bands, equestrians, and more! This event is totally free. Check out the Strawberry Festival Event Guide for more info!

Memorial Day at 1212 Santa Monica

May 25th, 10am-2pm

Location: 1212 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with a party at the infamous 1212 Santa Monica! Check out this cool nightclub event featuring DJs and thrilling performances. Dance the night away with your friends to hip hop and house music across 1212’s two levels. Make your way up to the Skybox VIP Balcony to enjoy amazing views and experience the huge state-of-the-art stage, and snack on some late-night food. Tickets start at $10 and go up to $50, with VIP bottle service available. Buy your tickets and find more info HERE!

Desert 5 Pool Party: Swimsuits & Cowboy Boots

May 25th, 2pm-2am

Location: 6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Spend Memorial Day weekend by dancing, swimming, and enjoying cocktails with iconic views of LA. On May 26th, Desert 5 Spot, a famous Hollywood country bar, will be debuting their renown Sunday rooftop pool party, Swimsuits & Cowboy Boots, from 2pm to close. Desert 5 will be offering poolside DJs, specialty cocktails, a Cowboy Cookout, Cowboy Karaoke, and a once-per-month Jada & Jon Trading Post where you can find a variety of vintage finds. Make sure you grab some burgers and hot dogs after the pool and take part in Cowboy Karaoke in the lounge as the sun sets. RSVP and find more info HERE!

Memorial Day Weekend Parties in LA

May 26th

Location: Multiple locations

Some of our favorite Hollywood and DTLA bars will be celebrating Memorial Day! Check out this hot spot in Hollywood, Bar Lis! Bar Lis will be introducing Riviera Sundays for the summer that will include curated DJ lineups and cocktails from 4pm-8pm. Another fun bar, Golden Hour, located in the heart of DTLA, will be unveiling a series of pool parties for the summer starting May 18th. Also, the West Hollywood EDITION is offering pool packages for public cabana reservations at their exclusive rooftop pool. Kick of the summer right by lounging, eating, and drinking by the pool!

Fiesta Hermosa

May 25th-27th 11am-7m

Location: Downtown Hermosa Beach

Check out this fun and free festival during Memorial Day weekend in Downtown Hermosa Beach! Stroll through the arts festival, different brand activations, carnival games, and local brewery and winery booths along Hermosa and Pier Avenue! Vibe to live music at the four different stages including a special beach concert where you can enjoy a picnic and watch the sunset! Have a fun weekend with friends and family! Find more info HERE!

L.A. County Fair

Now-May 27th, 11am-11pm

Location: 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768

Spend Memorial Day weekend at the annual LA County Fair closing weekend at the Fairplex! This event was originally an agricultural fair, and it still has some of the old-timey and farm-friendly vibe, but now it’s a bit more modern. Check out this family-friendly event where you can see acrobats, taste wine, buy local produce, and check out exhibitions. There will also be special performances from TLC, Nelly, Dustin Lynch, and more. Find more info and buy tickets HERE!

Memorial Day Weekend DTLA Club Crawl

May 24th-26th

Location: LA Epic Club Crawls, 6671 Sunset Blvd #1525, Los Angeles, CA 90028

Kick off summer right with the DTLA Memorial Day Weekend Club Crawl! Spend the night partying at the best nightclubs in Downtown LA with epic DJ performances with free express entry to multiple venues and amazing party hosts. DTLA is one of our favorite places because of its vibrant nightlife scene that locals and visitors alike all love! Find more info and buy your ticket HERE!

Memorial Day at Forest Lawn

May 27th, 10am

Location: Multiple locations

Celebrate and honor the fallen veterans with Forest Lawn. The free Memorial Day remembrances will be at six Southern California locations: Cathedral City, Covina Hills, Cypress, Glendale, Hollywood Hills, and Long Beach. The family-friendly and park wide remembrances aim to bring generations together to commemorate the lives and valors of our American vets with patriotic music, wreath layings, presentations and retirings of the flag, keynote addresses, presidential proclamations, giveaways, arts & crafts, coffee, sweet treats, and more! Find more info HERE!

Culture and Couture: AAPI Fashion Feast

May 23rd, 3:30pm-8pm

Location: 2nd & PCH, 6400 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803

2ND & PCH invites the public to the launch of “Culture and Couture: AAPI Fashion Feast,” Long Beach’s premier outdoor shopping center! Check out the radiant colors of and rich traditions of Asian American and Pacific Islander culture in celebration AAPI Heritage Month! Spend the evening enjoying dinner and top-notch fashion designed by diverse creators from Diversity Fashion world. Begin the evening with a cocktail hour, followed by dinner, and a fashion show with additional entertainment including a DJ performance by Daniel Morris Music and a photobooth to capture mems. Find more info and grab tickets HERE!

Newport Beach Wine and Spirits Festival

May 24th-26th

Location: Balboa Bay Resort, 1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach

Start summer off right at the Annual Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival. Just over an hour away from LA, this is the premier wine, beer, and spirits experience in the most affluent beach city in Orange County. Friday’s ticket includes an exquisite four-course dinner paired with limited release Justin Wines. Sip and mingle on Saturday at the Wine and Spirits Festival Grand Tasting while enjoying music, tasty bites and beautiful southern California sunshine by the bay. End the festival weekend on Sunday with an extravagant and exclusive Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch.

Immersive Art Experience with Lucas Beaufort

May 24th-May 25th, 6pm-8pm

Location: Hotel Per LA, Mezzanine level, 649 South Olive Street, LA, CA, 90014

Come experience this super special immersive art experience taking place on the Mezzanine level in Hotel Per La in DTLA! This unique experience will be led by the one and only French artist, Lucas Beaufort. Drawing his inspiration from Fernand Leger and Andy Rementer, his art includes playful charactered from pop culture and photography. All guest will be able to contribute to a collaborative mural to creatively express themselves through art, eat yummy apps, drink delicious drinks, and receive a 10% discount at Per L’Ora! This event is the perfect evening for artists, art enthusiasts, friends, and family! Buy tickets and find more info HERE!

Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Adele

May 25th, 9pm

Location: The Biltmore Los Angeles, 506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071

You have to go see this Candlelight concert in tribute of one of our faves, Adele! This concert offers a magical live show and multi-sensory live show like never seen before where you’ll be bathed in a lush, floral display dedicated to spring! Enjoy the Orchid Quartet play some of our favorites including, “Hello,” “Rumor Has It,” “Rolling in the Deep,” and more deep cuts. Find your tickets HERE!

“Pico de Mayo” Street Fair & Fundraiser

May 26th, 12pm-2:30pm

Location:1153 Valencia St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Check out The Pico Union Project’s 10th annual celebration and fundraiser. This community outreach organization aims to serve the underinvested Pico-Union neighborhood and the vibrant music and arts venue. The event will be held at Pico Union Project’s beautiful 1909 building, originally LA’s oldest synagogue, and now a multicultural interfaith destination. Festivities will feature live music, entertainment, and complimentary bites from all over LA including Guelaguetza, Jitlada, La Pupusa, and more! Come meet the special attendees including founder Craig Taubman, LA’s mayor Karen Bass, and more! Enjoy food and art while celebrating the amazing work of The Pico Union Project. Find more info and buy tickets HERE!

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