This
hCalendar-compliant page
is optimized for search engines. View this calendar as published at
abc7.com.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Monday, August 18, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Monday, August 18, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Monday, August 18, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Monday, August 18, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Bretman Rock X Evolution Fresh Soda-Powered Car Wash
In celebration of National Wellness Month, Evolution Fresh and Bretman Rock are taking on big soda in a powerful way by hosting a free soda-powered car wash that sheds light on the eye-opening ingredients artificial, sugary beverages contain.
The activation will encourage LA residents to de-rust their rides, not their insides, by reaching for Evolution Fresh’s Real Fruit Soda instead of popular traditional sodas, which contain harmful chemicals that have the ability to remove grime and rust from vehicles.
Here’s what attendees can expect:
🚗 Free car washes with a cleaning solution made with Phosphoric Acid, an artificial ingredient that is found in popular sodas.
🍓 Free Real Fruit Soda to sip on, which is made with USDA Certified Organic real squeezed fruit juice, never from concentrate. Aside from tasting amazing, each refreshing Real Fruit Sodas delivers 5g of prebiotic fiber to support gut health, have no added sugar or artificial ingredients, and are low in calories.
✨ A relaxing…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Stanley Walker. Contact Phone: 3104352811. Contact Email: stanley.walker@finnpartners.com. Cost: Free.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
431 N La Cienega Blvd West Hollywood, CA 90048.
For more info visit www.evolutionfresh.com. Cedars-Sinai Mobile Clinic to Offer Free Back-to-School Vaccinations
Cedars-Sinai caregivers are hitting the road in their mobile medical unit to help children get their back-to-school vaccines and provide free medical care ahead of the school season.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, the COACH for Kids mobile medical clinic will make the rounds throughout Los Angeles to offer school-aged children all vaccinations required by Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools, including DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) and MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella). LAUSD students return to class on Monday, Aug. 11.
The COACH for Kids mobile unit is committed to meeting the immediate medical, behavioral health and community needs of underserved pediatric populations. Services are offered to those who are uninsured or on Medi-Cal.
Additional vaccines available through the clinic include Polio, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae), Prevnar 20 (pneumococcal), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal ACWY (meningitis), and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Beyond imm…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Alliance Virgil Roberts Leadership Academy Alliance Renee and Meyer Luskin Academy High School
2941 W 70th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90043.
Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. San Diego Dim Sum Tour
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea!
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart!
After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. P…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Albert Chan. Contact Phone: 858-951-7470. Contact Email: info@wildfoodietours.com. Cost: 69.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant on 4609 Convoy Street.
Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. SCHOOL RIDE-SHARE JOB FAIR by Prince Transportation, Inc.
Prince Transportation, Inc. Presents:
🚘SCHOOL RIDE-SHARE JOB FAIR🚘
📅 Monday, August 18th
🕛 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Smoke & Fire Social Eatery
8009 Alondra Blvd
Paramount, CA 90723
🚘 About the Job
Prince Transportation, Inc. is hiring 20 part-time ride-share drivers to help get students safely to and from school in the Paramount area.
• Earn up to $1400+ per month with just 1 route*
• Drive up to 4 students safely in your own vehicle
• Drive the same students all year
• Part-Time: 1-2 hrs/day
Requirements:
✔️ Must be 21 or older
✔️ No points on driving record
✔️ Must have a vehicle no older than 12 years
✍️ Apply at the Job Fair
Bring the following to expedite your application:
• Valid CA Driver’s License
• Vehicle Registration
• Proof of Insurance
• Social Security Card or U.S. Passport
📱 Get a head start:
Text “READY TO DRIVE PARAMOUNT”
to (818) 282-1900
⚡ Positions will fill quickly—don’t miss out!
🍴 Special…
Category: Job Fairs / Employment. School / Education. Contact Name: Jenny Rock. Contact Phone: (818) 282-1900. Cost: FREE!!
Monday, August 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Drag Bingo at Godfrey Hotel Holylwood
On August 18th and September 15th, About Last Knife, The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood’s signature restaurant, is hosting its next iteration of the beloved Drag Bingo with Roxy Wood, known as “The Bingo Babe.” From 6:00 - 8:30 PM, guests can enjoy complimentary bingo cards, daubers, and markers, while Roxy guides them through multiple games with her infectious energy and charm for a night of laughter and serious prizes. About Last Knife is an enigmatic restaurant on the lobby level that pays homage to steakhouse and gastro pub classics with elevated flavors inspired by Executive Chef Olivier Rouselle’s world travels. Retro-glam aesthetic ALK gives a nod to Hollywood’s historic past and present while commanding a sophisticated yet warm vibe.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Godfrey Hotel Hollywood. Contact Phone: (323) 762-1000. Cost: 0.00.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
1400 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028.
For more info visit www.godfreyhotelhollywood.com. Kim Perell signs MISTAKES THAT MADE ME A MILLIONAIRE at B&N The Grove
Join Barnes & Noble - The Grove at Farmers Market on August 18, 2025, at 7:00 pm as we welcome entrepreneur, investor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author Kim Perell to discuss and sign Mistakes That Made Me a Millionaire: How to Transform Setbacks into Extraordinary Success. Kim's latest publication is your permission slip to fail forward, dream bigger, and discover that behind every mistake is a million-dollar lesson. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, aspiring leader, high-achieving professional, executive climbing the corporate ladder, or starting your next big chapter—these lessons will meet you where you are and take you where you want to go. Kim’s tenacious and triumphant story serves as an essential guide to elevate your leadership, empower your teams, and embrace life’s toughest challenges.
Category: School / Education. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Cost: $36.47.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Barnes & Noble The Grove
189 The Grove Drive Los Angeles, CA 90036.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Cedars-Sinai Mobile Clinic to Offer Free Back-to-School Vaccinations
Cedars-Sinai caregivers are hitting the road in their mobile medical unit to help children get their back-to-school vaccines and provide free medical care ahead of the school season.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, the COACH for Kids mobile medical clinic will make the rounds throughout Los Angeles to offer school-aged children all vaccinations required by Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools, including DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) and MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella). LAUSD students return to class on Monday, Aug. 11.
The COACH for Kids mobile unit is committed to meeting the immediate medical, behavioral health and community needs of underserved pediatric populations. Services are offered to those who are uninsured or on Medi-Cal.
Additional vaccines available through the clinic include Polio, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae), Prevnar 20 (pneumococcal), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal ACWY (meningitis), and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Beyond imm…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Normandie Avenue Elementary School
4505 S Raymond Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90037.
Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. Tijuana Street Food Tour for Foodies
Join Wild Foodie Tours for an all-inclusive, fun, gritty, and insightful street food tour in Tijuana! You'll enjoy tastings at 5 food stops, 1 non-alcoholic beverage stop, and 1 dessert stop to taste the best flavors of Tijuana. Other likely visits include the Mercado Hidalgo open-air market and a Mexican bakery. Along the way we'll point out a few of the eateries Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern showcased on their Travel Channel shows. Only $69! Everything included: food, transportation, shopping, sightseeing, and a tour guide! Guests meet at the McDonald's at the San Ysidro Trolley Station in San Diego. Reservations required. For info and/or to book, visit wildfoodietours.com.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. Misc. Cost: 69.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Meeting spot: McDonald's San Ysidro Trolley Station on 727 East San Ysidro Blvd.
Gelson's West LA to Host Taco Tuesdays with Tacos, Margaritas, and Mezcals
Every Tuesday from 4 PM to 10 PM, Gelson’s West LA Wine Bar will be hosting Taco Tuesdays, bringing together a festive blend of flavors and fun. Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering tacos, refreshing margaritas, and smooth mezcals, all served in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. The perfect way to spice up the week—gather friends and enjoy a night of great food, drinks, and good times. Prices vary.
For more information, visit https://www.gelsons.com/events/view/taco-tuesdays-at-gelsons-west-la-wine-bar.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Gelson's West LA
12121 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064.
For more info visit www.gelsons.com. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Mid Summer Sip Mixer
Join us for a fun evening where emerging PR pros connect over engaging conversation and delightful drinks.
Complimentary to attend but must RSVP
Open to all, 21+ to drink responsibly.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: PRSA-LA. Contact Phone: (626) 313-4343. Contact Email: info@prsala.org. Cost: $0.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Santa Monica Brew Works, 1920 Colorado Ave, Suite C, Santa Monica, CA.
For more info visit lp.constantcontactpages.com. Shucked at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
From the creative minds of songwriters Shane McAnally and Brandy Clark comes Shucked, a brilliantly crafted new comedy musical that has audiences buzzing. This Broadway musical will be taking up residency at Hollywood Pantages Theatre on Tuesday 19th August 2025 as part of the theatre's summer performance lineup.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Karolina. Cost: 173.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90028.
For more info visit www.thehollywoodtheatre.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Tuesdays On Acid
TUESDAYS ON ACID
EVERY TUESDAY | 9PM–2AM
MONTY BAR – DTLA
21+ | NO COVER
ALL VINYL. ALL ‘60S.
GARAGE. PSYCH. SOUL. ROCK.
DEEJAY CLIFTON
HOSTED BY B-SIDE JUNKIE
IF YOU KNOW, YOU KNOW.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Kyoko. Contact Email: kyoko.cole@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 9:00 PM – Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 2:00 AM.
Monty Bar
1222 w 7th St, Los Angeles CA 90017.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Kids Fishing Derby
Join us every Wednesday on the green pier for our kids fishing derby. Prizes in two age categories - 10 and under and 11 to 16 - for the biggest fish caught, the most fish caught, and the most unique fish caught. Our local newspaper will publish the winners every week. This is a catch and release derby.
Category: Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Constance Rux. Contact Phone: 310-510-0220. Contact Email: crux@cityofavalon.gov. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
On the end of the Green Pier, Catalina Island, Avalon, CA.
For more info visit www.cityofavalon.gov. Cedars-Sinai Mobile Clinic to Offer Free Back-to-School Vaccinations
Cedars-Sinai caregivers are hitting the road in their mobile medical unit to help children get their back-to-school vaccines and provide free medical care ahead of the school season.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, the COACH for Kids mobile medical clinic will make the rounds throughout Los Angeles to offer school-aged children all vaccinations required by Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools, including DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) and MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella). LAUSD students return to class on Monday, Aug. 11.
The COACH for Kids mobile unit is committed to meeting the immediate medical, behavioral health and community needs of underserved pediatric populations. Services are offered to those who are uninsured or on Medi-Cal.
Additional vaccines available through the clinic include Polio, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae), Prevnar 20 (pneumococcal), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal ACWY (meningitis), and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Beyond imm…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
6th Ave Elementary School
3109 6th Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90018.
Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
July 11 – August 23, 2025 | BEYOND THE STREETS
Opening Reception: Friday, July 11, 6–9 PM
Curated by Deadly Prey Gallery
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Hours: Wed-Sat, from 11AM to 6PM
A vivid tribute to Ghana’s hand-painted movie poster tradition, VHS Dreams showcases one of the largest collections of original works ever assembled. Painted on recycled flour sacks by artists from Accra and beyond, these bold, surreal posters reimagine global cinema through a distinctly West African lens. Original paintings are available for purchase and can be taken home the same day with new works rotating in throughout the run. Limited edition prints and posters are also available in the BEYOND THE STREETS gift shop and online.
More info at www.beyondthestreets.com.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, July 11, from 6PM–9PM.
For more info visit beyondthestreets.com. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Tribute Wednesdays at Festival of Arts
Wednesdays at 5:30pm - 7pm
The Festival of Arts brings some of Southern California’s top tribute bands to the stage, celebrating music legends with unforgettable performances. From iconic hits to fan favorites, these talented musicians will have you singing along and tapping your feet.
Need a midweek boost? Wednesday nights at the Festival of Arts are the perfect way to recharge with great music and good vibes!
Guaranteed seating is available by purchasing a ticket in the reserved section (“Nightclub” VIP seating). This ticket includes admission to the Festival of Arts Fine Art Show and the concert. Reservations must be made prior to 3:30pm the day of the performance. Limited free seating is available for each concert.
General Admission: 10.00
Vip(Reserved Seating): 65.00
July 2 - Pretzel Logic – A Tribute to Steely Dan
July 9 - Scott Wilkie – A Tribute to Brazilian Jazz
July 16 - Savor – A Tribute to Santana
July 23 - Wild Night – A Tribute to Van Morrison
July 30 -…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 10.00 - 65.00.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Story Salon - I Won! I Won!
Story Salon is an opportunity for Los Angeles area storytellers to get on stage and share!
Each week is filled with 5-7 minute stories on a variety topics and themes. Laugh, cry, and sigh along with us as we go along with each story teller on stage.
Story Salon has won! We've won all of you in our next show!
Don't miss this opportunity to spend the night listening to good stories with good folks. Grab your friends and join us for a night of laughter, reflection, and unforgettable storytelling!
Come by! And join our fun little community!
Tickets can be purchased at the door or on Eventbrite.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Cost: $10.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
5302 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Valley Village, CA 91607, United States.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Movies on the Beach
Join us every Wednesday on the beach for a community movie night! Bring your beach blanket, chairs, snacks, and beverages. Enjoy your favorite movies on our 20ft blow up movie screen, right on the beach in Avalon.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Misc. Contact Name: Constance Rux. Contact Phone: 310-510-0220. Contact Email: crux@cityofavalon.gov. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
South Beach (Front Street, to the right of the green pier) Catalina Island, Avalon, CA.
For more info visit www.cityofavalon.gov. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Cedars-Sinai Mobile Clinic to Offer Free Back-to-School Vaccinations
Cedars-Sinai caregivers are hitting the road in their mobile medical unit to help children get their back-to-school vaccines and provide free medical care ahead of the school season.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, the COACH for Kids mobile medical clinic will make the rounds throughout Los Angeles to offer school-aged children all vaccinations required by Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools, including DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) and MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella). LAUSD students return to class on Monday, Aug. 11.
The COACH for Kids mobile unit is committed to meeting the immediate medical, behavioral health and community needs of underserved pediatric populations. Services are offered to those who are uninsured or on Medi-Cal.
Additional vaccines available through the clinic include Polio, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae), Prevnar 20 (pneumococcal), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal ACWY (meningitis), and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Beyond imm…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Northgate Gonzalez Market
944 E. Slauson Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90011.
Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Biodance x Sephora FUEL YOUR GLOW
*Fuel Your Glow* - stop by the Grove August 21 - 24 to get fueled up with Biodance. Learn all about the KBeauty powerhouse's hero mask collection and which one is right for you, grab special treats, samples and then head into Sephora to shop the full Biodance line.
Operating Hours
Thursday, Aug 21 | 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday, Aug 22 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Saturday, Aug 23 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Sunday, Aug 24 | 11 AM – 8 PM.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(Exact spot: Spirit of Los Angeles Statue x Sephora).
Protect Your Assets from Taxes and Probate: Everything You Need to Know About Estate Planning Webinar
In this free webinar hosted by White and Bright, LLP, estate planning attorney Bridget Burns will break down what you need to know to protect your assets and plan for the future. She’ll cover common questions and key topics like:
• What happens if you die with — or without — a will
• How probate works and how to avoid it
• The difference between wills and trusts
• How to plan for incapacity or disability
• Basics of Medi-Cal planning
• Why DIY estate plans often go wrong
If you’ve been putting off your estate plan — or just don’t know where to start — this session is for you.
About White and Bright, LLP: Escondido-based White and Bright, LLP serves businesses and individual throughout San Diego and California. We deliver value through our remarkable dedication to achieving success for our clients and by taking a pragmatic approach to transactional and litigation matters. Our top priority is to deliver the best possible results for every client on every case. We pride ourselves on our long-term clie…
Category: Misc. Contact Name: White and Bright, LLP. Contact Email: estateplanning@whiteandbight.com. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Event - Free Webinar by White and Bright, LLP.
For more info visit us02web.zoom.us. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. San Diego Dim Sum Tour
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea!
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart!
After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. P…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Albert Chan. Contact Phone: 858-951-7470. Contact Email: info@wildfoodietours.com. Cost: 69.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant on 4609 Convoy Street.
Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
July 11 – August 23, 2025 | BEYOND THE STREETS
Opening Reception: Friday, July 11, 6–9 PM
Curated by Deadly Prey Gallery
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Hours: Wed-Sat, from 11AM to 6PM
A vivid tribute to Ghana’s hand-painted movie poster tradition, VHS Dreams showcases one of the largest collections of original works ever assembled. Painted on recycled flour sacks by artists from Accra and beyond, these bold, surreal posters reimagine global cinema through a distinctly West African lens. Original paintings are available for purchase and can be taken home the same day with new works rotating in throughout the run. Limited edition prints and posters are also available in the BEYOND THE STREETS gift shop and online.
More info at www.beyondthestreets.com.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, July 11, from 6PM–9PM.
For more info visit beyondthestreets.com. TikTok Influencer Debuts New Fragrance at Couplet Coffee
Paul Fino (@PaulReactss – 2.2M followers!), is bringing his NEW fragrance launch directly to LA with a coveted meet & greet at Couplet Coffee on August 21st! Guests will enjoy exclusive mango-themed drinks, limited-edition swag (including personalized Stanley tumblers!), and the first sniff of LA's next fragrance obsession
Guests will be among the first to experience Viral Vanilla: Mango Hour—Paul’s tropical, addictive take on his signature scent and the first-ever flanker to That Girl: Viral Vanilla, which sold over 174,000 units in under a year. The drop follows the mega-viral Strawberry Sensation, which has been flooding TikTok since early summer. Plus, with gourmand, fruity fragrances dominating the scent space right now, this next launch is primed to be the aroma everyone will be talking about!
Category: Misc. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Amy Muslin. Contact Phone: 8472542264. Contact Email: amy@studioarpr.com. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Couplet Coffee – 1638 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA, 90026.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Virtual Online Foster Care & Adoption Orientation
FOSTER FAMILIES NEEDED FOR LOCAL CHILDREN
All For Kids Offering Virtual Orientations
(Los Angeles, CA) – All For Kids is seeking foster families and now offers two virtual ways for individuals and/or couples to learn how to help children in foster care while reunifying with birth families or how to provide legal permanency by adoption.
If you or someone you know may be interested in learning more about foster care and adoption, a live English Zoom Orientation is scheduled for the third Thursday each month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. hosted by an All For Kids team member and a foster parent. For those who want to learn at their own pace about becoming a foster and/or foster-adopt parent, a PowerPoint orientation is also available. To R.S.V.P. for the live orientation or to request the PowerPoint orientation, please email Rfrecruitment@AllForKids.org, call 800-730-3933, or visit complete a quick inquiry form. A link to the meeting will be emailed to you.
A Spanish PowerPoint can also be emailed to you…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: All For Kids. Contact Phone: 800-730-3933. Contact Email: Rfrecruitment@all4kids.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Virtual Online.
For more info visit www.allforkids.org. Art, Jazz, Wine and Chocolate Series at Festival of Arts
Thursdays at 5:30pm
Chocolate, wine, and all that jazz sweetens up the Festival of Arts this summer! On Thursday nights, indulge your senses at the “Art, Jazz, Wine and Chocolate” series.
Wine and Chocolate Pairings
Sample a wide variety of wines specially selected and paired with gourmet chocolates.
Cost: Does not include Festival of Arts admission or reserved seating
* $30 for three pairings
* $14 for glass of wine
* $3 for single chocolate
* $56 for bottle of wine
July 3 - The Amanda Castro Band
July 10 - Nathan and Noah East
July 17 - Spencer Day
July 24 - Gregg Karukas – GK Soul Jazz Party
July 31 - Tony Guerrero with Lia Booth
August 7 - Alex Mendham and his Orchestra
August 14 - Billy Valentine
August 21 - Raffia Thomas
August 28 - Scott Wilkie Band.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: FOA. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 10.00 - 65.00.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. ACG Hollywood Bowl Experience
Network with the dealmaking community at the Hollywood Bowl!
Join us for an experience at the iconic Hollywood Bowl and enjoy refreshing drinks and light bites, while making connections with M&A professionals from around Los Angeles. The networking experience will be followed by evening entertainment starting at 8pm, Rachmaninoff Under the Stars. Rachmaninoff’s dazzling third piano concerto and heartfelt second symphony is sure to be a unique opportunity you will not want to miss!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Theater / Concerts. Reunions. Misc. Contact Name: OLGA GUERENA. Contact Phone: 6199475204. Contact Email: oguerena@acg.org. Cost: ACG Members $195 | Non-members $215.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Hollywood Bowl
2301 Highland Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90068
United States.
For more info visit www.acg.org. Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles Summer Concert Series 2025
This summer, Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles celebrates its 18th season of free live music with ten unforgettable evenings in MacArthur Park, one of LA’s most culturally rich public spaces. With the Downtown skyline as a backdrop and a stage that captures the spirit of the city, Levitt LA invites Angelenos from all backgrounds to gather, dance, and connect under the stars.
Levitt LA has become a cherished summer tradition since its inception, providing world-class performances that are completely free, family-friendly, and deeply rooted in the community. This year's lineup features a wide range of genres and generations, with a special emphasis on showcasing local legends, emerging talent, and global sounds that reflect the diversity of Los Angeles and beyond.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Mariluz Gonzalez. Contact Phone: 8186676403. Contact Email: mgonzalez@vesperpublicrelations.com. Cost: free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MacArthur Park. 2230 W. 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90057.
The Hayden Tract Sunset Cinema Series Featuring Wicked
Defy gravity and dive into an unforgettable evening of movie magic under the stars! Join us for the next installment of The Hayden Tract Sunset Cinema Series with a screening of the iconic musical Wicked.
✨ Event Highlights:
🍿 Complimentary popcorn & themed treats (while supplies last)
🍔 Delicious eats from local food truck
📸 Broadway-inspired photo ops & immersive décor
🎭 Wicked-themed activities for all ages
🎀 Fun accessories available to create – friendship bracelets and more!
🎬 Wicked will begin at 8PM, but we recommend arriving early to reserve your spot and arrive early to enjoy the full evening of food, fun, and fantasy starting at 6PM.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Elphaba and Glinda or experiencing the magic for the first time, this outdoor movie night promises spellbinding fun for all. Come dressed in your Emerald City best, bring blankets or lawn chairs!
RSVP for August 21st now: https://partiful.com/e/4LBlj2TxJawbkMeDFz3K.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Beanie Pernoll. Contact Email: beanie@blndpr.com. Cost: FREE.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
The Hayden Tract
3528 Hayden Ave, Culver City, CA 90232.
For more info visit partiful.com. The Queer Mercado, Eastside Mariachi Fiesta, all LGBTQIA2S+ small businesses
Expect a night filled with live music, professional dance performances, empowerment, visibility, and lots of fun. This is an event for all. Spread the word, put on your “Fiesta” outfit, and join us for an evening of culture that celebrates our unapologetic selves.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Jonathan Rocha. Contact Phone: (213) 542-6277. Contact Email: jrocha@lapca.org. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit lapca.org. Hecho con Amor: Mole Pizza with Brooklyn Ave Pizza Company
Ages 18+
Enjoy an evening of fusion where Italy meets Mexico! In this class, students will learn to make their own dough and create the unique tastes of Mexico using ingredients such as Oaxacan cheese, pickled red onions y más. The Brooklyn Ave Pizza Company is known for their colorful flavor profiles inspired by the neighborhood. Located in the historic Boyle Heights community of Los Angeles, Brooklyn Ave Pizza Co will come to LA Cocina and share their mole inspired pizza with guests. Guest chefs, Jorge Sandoval and Josh Hernandez.
Chef Jorge Sandoval
Jorge Sandoval is the Executive Chef at Brooklyn Ave. Pizza Co. With over 10 years of fine dining experience, he pivoted with the motivation in wanting to showcase the flavors of his Latin American Cultural background of El Salvador and Guatemala and share it with the local Boyle Heights community.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Natalie Martinez. Contact Phone: (213) 542-0842. Contact Email: nmartinez@lapca.org. Cost: $55.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
LA Cocina de Gloria Molina
555 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit lapca.org. KYCC 50th Anniversary Benefit Concert
KYCC’s 50th Anniversary Benefit Concert will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. PDT. The concert will be hosted in person at Walt Disney Concert Hall, located at 111 S. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012. The funds raised during this year’s concert will go towards supporting the variety of services provided for the Koreatown community by KYCC. Attendees can look forward to a special night filled with musical performances, special guests, and more. Purchase tickets HERE.
Kim Tae Woo, lead vocalist of legendary K-Pop group g.o.d.
Eric Benét, four-time Grammy Award nominee R&B artist
Trish Toledo, a modern twist on classic pop and soul ballads of the sixties
The 60-piece Korean American Youth Symphony, who will be backing all our singers and bringing new energy to your favorite songs
Event emcees Suzie Suh and Jonnie “Dumbfoundead” Park.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Ernie Yoshikawa. Contact Phone: (213) 365-7400. Contact Email: eyoshikawa@kyccla.org. Cost: $44 and up.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:40 PM.
Walt Disney Concert Hall 111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit my.laphil.com. One-Night-Only: Raw & Riveting LBJ Performance in Santa Monica
Magnetic young actor Pierce Wallace takes the stage for a one-night-only performance of his original one-man play, Reflections of a Tough Texan: The Legacy of Lyndon Johnson — but this isn’t a traditional political biography. It’s raw, intimate, and emotionally charged. Pierce channels LBJ with a rare blend of presence, depth, and vulnerability that leaves audiences spellbound.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Cost: $25.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Santa Monica Playhouse & Group Theatre.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. Smog City West Comedy Night
Carefully curated comedy show every 3rd Thursday of the month
Different lineup every month. Comedians from (Netflix, BET, Amazon Prime etc)
Hosted by Reid Clark
7pm Doors/sign up
730 Show
1 Item minimum
22755 Hawthorne Blvd,
Torrance, CA 90505
PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK THIS ADRESS WHEN TRAVELING
Donations
Avoid eventbrite fees by paying via venmo/paypal (@reidclarkcomedy) or cashapp $rccomedy
jahlikefunny.eventbrite.com.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Theater / Concerts. Misc. Contact Name: Reid. Contact Phone: 3012135129. Contact Email: Reid.clark35@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Smog City West
22755 Hawthorne Boulevard Torrance, CA 90505.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. The Opposite of Love
An intimate story about a trust fund baby and a down on his luck hustler who form an unlikely bond, the hit Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love will have its west coast premiere opening July 25 at the Hudson Backstage Theatre and continues through August 31, with a preview performance on July 24. Featuring original star and Los Angeles native Ashley Griffin (Playwright and co-stars as Eloise) making her long awaited Los Angeles theatrical return, co-starring with actor Evan Strand (co-stars as Will). When Eloise hires Will to help her move past her sexual trauma, their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
Presented by Neil Gooding Productions (Back to the Future, Gypsy, Operation Mincemeat, Sunset Blvd.) and directed by Melora Marshall, an actress in her own right and director renowned for her dynamic contributions to the stage, particularly at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga Canyon. A longtime company member, she has performed in count…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: OnStage 411. Contact Phone: (323) 856-4249. Cost: $29-$45.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
Hudson Backstage Theatre
6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90038.
For more info visit www.onstage411.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Friday, August 22, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Friday, August 22, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Friday, August 22, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Friday, August 22, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. JERALYN GLASS PRESENTS: EMBODYING WHOLENESS HEALING RETREAT
“Embodying Wholeness” is an exclusive healing and transformative retreat for everyone that offers an unparalleled experience near the ocean in beautiful Rancho Palos Verdes.
Surrounded by breathtaking coastal views, this fully immersive 2-day journey is designed to help you reconnect with your authentic self and embrace holistic wellness. Over the course of the retreat, you will be guided by internationally acclaimed master teacher and music medicine pioneer Professor Jeralyn Glass and special guests in nurturing practices, embodied movement, creative voice exercises, journaling and watercolor art sessions that inspire self-expression and reflection. Crystal Alchemy Sound Baths will provide deep relaxation and rejuvenation, creating a space for emotional release and energetic alignment.
An organic vegetarian breakfast and lunch will be served daily, focusing on nourishment for the body as well as your mind and spirit. You will also enjoy a mini facial massage to refresh and revitalize your skin, and t…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Misc. Contact Name: Aileen Brown. Contact Email: aileen@vapr.la. Cost: 800-1200.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM.
St. Peter’s by the Sea, 6410 Palos Verdes Dr S, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275.
For more info visit www.crystalcadence.com. Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Biodance x Sephora FUEL YOUR GLOW
*Fuel Your Glow* - stop by the Grove August 21 - 24 to get fueled up with Biodance. Learn all about the KBeauty powerhouse's hero mask collection and which one is right for you, grab special treats, samples and then head into Sephora to shop the full Biodance line.
Operating Hours
Thursday, Aug 21 | 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday, Aug 22 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Saturday, Aug 23 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Sunday, Aug 24 | 11 AM – 8 PM.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(Exact spot: Spirit of Los Angeles Statue x Sephora).
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. San Diego Dim Sum Tour
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea!
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart!
After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. P…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Albert Chan. Contact Phone: 858-951-7470. Contact Email: info@wildfoodietours.com. Cost: 69.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant on 4609 Convoy Street.
Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
July 11 – August 23, 2025 | BEYOND THE STREETS
Opening Reception: Friday, July 11, 6–9 PM
Curated by Deadly Prey Gallery
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Hours: Wed-Sat, from 11AM to 6PM
A vivid tribute to Ghana’s hand-painted movie poster tradition, VHS Dreams showcases one of the largest collections of original works ever assembled. Painted on recycled flour sacks by artists from Accra and beyond, these bold, surreal posters reimagine global cinema through a distinctly West African lens. Original paintings are available for purchase and can be taken home the same day with new works rotating in throughout the run. Limited edition prints and posters are also available in the BEYOND THE STREETS gift shop and online.
More info at www.beyondthestreets.com.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, July 11, from 6PM–9PM.
For more info visit beyondthestreets.com. Youth Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays, 12:30
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Bring out that creative spark in your young artist at the Youth Arts Classes this summer at the Festival of Arts. Kids ages 5 to 12 will enjoy art classes taught by professional artists in mixed-media, ceramics, sculpture and more. Meanwhile, parents will have free time to view the artwork on display throughout the Festival grounds.
Art instructors will share some of their creative techniques in a fun and friendly environment that will inspire your kids to come back every week!
Class details:
Class registration fees $25.
Classes are approximately 1 hour.
Reservations are required. Class sizes are limited- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 25.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Teen and Adult Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays at 3pm
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Let your creativity run wild this summer in Laguna Beach! Discover your inner artist at the Festival of Art’s Adult and Teen Art Workshops! Award-winning talented artists will lead you step-by-step through the process of creating your own masterpiece.
These classes are perfect for vacationers and locals alike looking to try something new, have fun, and soak in the artistic atmosphere.
Class Details
Cost is $45 and includes supplies and Festival admission.
Classes begin at 3pm Friday – Sunday. All classes are 2.5 hours.
Participants must be 13 and over.
Reservations are required. Class size is limited to 12 participants (8 participants for ceramics)- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 45.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Weekend Starter at Saint & Second Woodland Hills - All Summer Long
Ease into the weekend with Weekend Starter, Saint & Second’s new summer series designed to help you unwind, sip, and soak in golden hour vibes. Hosted exclusively on our Woodland Hills patio every Friday from 3 to 8 PM, the event features live music from 4 to 8 PM, a complimentary glass of white wine sangria to kick things off, and our Summer Social Hour menu small bites and cocktails to keep the good times flowing.
Snap a memory with free branded photocards, and stay tuned, there just might be a few surprises along the way.
Let your weekend begin here.
Dates:
Friday, July 11th
Friday, July 18th
Friday, July 25th
Friday, August 1st
Friday, August 8th
Friday, August 15th
Friday, August 22nd
Friday, August 29th
Friday, September 5th
Friday, September 12th
Friday, September 19th
*Tickets are not required for admission, and reservations are recommended. Reserve your spot at the official event link*.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Cost: Free.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Saint & Second Woodland Hills - 6220 California 27 #Suite 1480 Los Angeles, CA 91367.
For more info visit saintandsecond.com. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Southern Nights: Country & Blues Music Series at Festival of Arts
Fridays at 5:30pm
Get ready for warm summer nights filled with the sounds of country and blues! Featuring talented musicians and a relaxed summer setting, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend. This music series promises unforgettable performances!
July 11-The Salty Suites
July 18 -The Sea Monks
July 25 -Victoria Bailey – Honky Tonk Woman
August 1 -Blue Days, Black Nights – The Music of Johnny Cash, Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison
August 8 -Shawn Jones Big Band
August 15 -Eric Lindell and the Westside Summer League
August 22 -Mitch Woods & His Rocket 88’s
August 29 -The Great North Special.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Festival of Arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 15.00.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Funky Fridays
Join us every Friday, downtown Avalon for a family friendly dance party. With foam cannon, bubbles, music, and a street wide line dance.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Constance Rux. Contact Phone: 310-510-0220. Contact Email: crux@cityofavalon.gov. Cost: Free.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wrigley Stage - Catalina Island, Avalon, CA.
For more info visit www.cityofavalon.gov. Funky Fridays
Join us every Friday, downtown Avalon for a family friendly dance party. With foam cannon, bubbles, music, and a street wide line dance.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Constance Rux. Contact Phone: 310-510-0220. Contact Email: crux@cityofavalon.gov. Cost: Free.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Wrigley Stage - Catalina Island, Avalon, CA.
For more info visit www.cityofavalon.gov. Me The Machine’s “Lightyears” Short Film World Premiere
Join us for the World Premiere of the Lightyears Music Video Short Film by Me The Machine & Akira Yamaoka at Plaza de la Raza! Witness a mesmerizing blend of music and visuals in this unique event. Immerse yourself in an evening of Film, Horror, and Magic with an Exclusive Screening, Q&A panel discussion, performances, special guests, Interactive photo ops, & more!
Category: Theater / Concerts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Festivals / Parades. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Me The Machine Team. Contact Email: team@methemachine.net. Cost: $0.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Margo Albert Theatre - Plaza de la Raza
3540 North Mission Road Los Angeles, CA 90031.
Wine Flight & Bites with Justin Winery at The Belamar Hotel
Led by wine experts, this experience at The Belamar Hotel will take you through the stories, craftsmanship, and flavor profiles that make Justin wines stand out. Perfect for wine lovers and food enthusiasts alike, this evening promises an unforgettable journey of taste and elegance in an intimate setting. Secure your reservation for a night of culinary and wine excellence!
Event is 21+
General Admission Ticket Includes:
Four Wine Tastings: Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Justification, Justin Cabernet
Small Bites: Grilled Shrimp Cocktail, Apple & Brie Empanadas, Cheese & Charcuterie
Take-Home Souvenir.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: The Belamar Hotel. Contact Phone: (310) 750-0300. Contact Email: Marketing@Pacificahotels.com. Cost: 60.36 per ticket.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Belamar Hotel
3501 North Sepulveda Boulevard Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. The Opposite of Love
An intimate story about a trust fund baby and a down on his luck hustler who form an unlikely bond, the hit Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love will have its west coast premiere opening July 25 at the Hudson Backstage Theatre and continues through August 31, with a preview performance on July 24. Featuring original star and Los Angeles native Ashley Griffin (Playwright and co-stars as Eloise) making her long awaited Los Angeles theatrical return, co-starring with actor Evan Strand (co-stars as Will). When Eloise hires Will to help her move past her sexual trauma, their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
Presented by Neil Gooding Productions (Back to the Future, Gypsy, Operation Mincemeat, Sunset Blvd.) and directed by Melora Marshall, an actress in her own right and director renowned for her dynamic contributions to the stage, particularly at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga Canyon. A longtime company member, she has performed in count…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: OnStage 411. Contact Phone: (323) 856-4249. Cost: $29-$45.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
Hudson Backstage Theatre
6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90038.
For more info visit www.onstage411.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Paint and Sip Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays at 8:30pm
July 11 – August 22, 2025
Uncork your creativity this summer at the Festival of Arts!
Enjoy a fun painting workshop, while surrounded by beautiful art. Learn easy painting step-by-step processes, as taught by Nikita Young.
Beginners and all levels are invited – take home your finished masterpiece!
Class details
Cost is $50 and includes supplies, complimentary wine or beverage and Festival admission.
All classes begin at 8:30pm and are 2 hours.
Students should plan on arriving at least one hour early to allow for parking, check-in and time to enjoy the Festival Art Exhibit.
Participants must be 21 and older.
Reservations are required. Class size is limited to 12 participants- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 50.
Friday, August 22, 2025, 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Los Feliz Writers Festival
On August 23rd and 24th, the first ever Los Feliz Writers Festival will be celebrating the voices of Los Feliz and creating spaces for the community to write together! They will have flash fiction writing competitions with prizes donated by local businesses; poetry writing workshops, literary trivia, zine-making, a community mic, and more. The intention of the festival is to create a safe and welcoming environment for all the voices of Los Feliz to connect and share their work.The festival is organized with support from the Los Feliz Neighborhood Council, as well as fifteen local organizations.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education. Contact Name: Sammy. Contact Phone: 8186435443. Contact Email: seeliterarypixie@gmail.com. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025 – Sunday, August 24, 2025.
All over Los Feliz!
For more info visit losfelizlitfest.org. Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. ALIGN Yoga Experience by Joy Asana
ALIGN at W Los Angeles by Joy Asana invites you to a revitalizing yoga experience set on the iconic WET Deck - an urban oasis where movement meets mindfulness. Led by Joy Asana, this flow is designed to ground the body, clear the mind, and energize the spirit. Whether you’re a hotel guest or a local yogi, come breathe deep, stretch out, and reconnect with your center.
Details
Class Begins at 9:00 AM
Held Outdoors at our WET Deck (Pool Area)
Complimentary for Hotel Guests | $30 for Local Guests
Local Guests Receive a Day Pass to the WET Deck Pool Following Class.
Category: Sports and Recreation. Cost: $30.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills (930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024).
For more info visit wlosangeleswest.ipoolside.com. Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Spring & Mulberry x Honey Hi: Limited Edition Blood Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Spring & Mulberry has teamed up with Honey Hi on a limited-edition treat: Blood Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies, made with Spring & Mulberry’s date-sweetened Blood Orange chocolate bar. Each cookie order comes with a complimentary Pure Dark Mini bar, while supplies last. Join us Saturday, August 23 through Sunday, August 24, from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM at Honey Hi (1620 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles). Free to attend.
Contact Name: N/A. Contact Phone: (213) 221-7810. Cost: Free to attend.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
1620 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026.
Biodance x Sephora FUEL YOUR GLOW
*Fuel Your Glow* - stop by the Grove August 21 - 24 to get fueled up with Biodance. Learn all about the KBeauty powerhouse's hero mask collection and which one is right for you, grab special treats, samples and then head into Sephora to shop the full Biodance line.
Operating Hours
Thursday, Aug 21 | 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday, Aug 22 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Saturday, Aug 23 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Sunday, Aug 24 | 11 AM – 8 PM.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(Exact spot: Spirit of Los Angeles Statue x Sephora).
Knife Skills 101
Ages 18+
Learn the essentials of knife handling in this hands-on class designed for beginners! Develop proper grip, cutting techniques, and knife safety while practicing fundamental cuts like dicing, julienning, and mincing. Whether you're looking to cook with more confidence or improve your efficiency in the kitchen, this class will help you slice, chop, and dice like a pro. The class will be working with summer fruits, such as jicama, mango, and pepinos. Guest Chef, Art Rodriguez.
Art Rodriguez is a food enthusiast, professional chef, and blogger based in Southern California. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu, Art has over 15 years of experience in the food industry, including work on game shows, collaborations with celebrity chefs, and contributing recipes to magazines, websites, and five cookbooks. As the founder of LatinoFoodie.com, Art specializes in creating innovative recipes that celebrate Mexican cuisine with a modern twist. Currently, Art is working on a series of blog posts exploring unique flavors s…
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Natalie Martinez. Contact Phone: (213) 542-0842. Contact Email: nmartinez@lapca.org. Cost: $55.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LA Cocina de Gloria Molina
555 N Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit lapca.org. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. Endless Summer C.A.M.P. (Community | Art | Music | Picnic) at Tongva Park
Join us for our third annual Endless Summer C.A.M.P. at Tongva Park!
Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic, blankets, and beach chairs and enjoy a Saturday afternoon featuring a variety of music, dance, and performances from Los Angeles. Everyone is welcome to enjoy the music and beauty of Tongva Park, and participants can also craft something special to take home with them at our free, hands-on workshop. Tongva Park's amenities include a splash pad, playground, ocean observation deck, public art, and 100+ species of plants. Attendees can make a day in Santa Monica and explore local businesses and restaurants in nearby Downtown, 3rd Street Promenade, the Pier, and Main Street.
Lineup/Schedule:
11:30am: Pacific Opera Project presents Cinderella Story, an impossibly magical, mash-up opera. This production is funded in part by a generous gift from Greater Los Angeles Education Foundation.
1:00pm: Masanga Marimba plays upbeat, family-oriented music that everyone will enjoy! This unique 9-piece band plays L…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Email: info@spinprgroup.com. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Tongva Park
1615 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401.
For more info visit www.eventbrite.com. VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
VHS Dreams: The Art of Ghana’s Mobile Cinema
July 11 – August 23, 2025 | BEYOND THE STREETS
Opening Reception: Friday, July 11, 6–9 PM
Curated by Deadly Prey Gallery
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Hours: Wed-Sat, from 11AM to 6PM
A vivid tribute to Ghana’s hand-painted movie poster tradition, VHS Dreams showcases one of the largest collections of original works ever assembled. Painted on recycled flour sacks by artists from Accra and beyond, these bold, surreal posters reimagine global cinema through a distinctly West African lens. Original paintings are available for purchase and can be taken home the same day with new works rotating in throughout the run. Limited edition prints and posters are also available in the BEYOND THE STREETS gift shop and online.
More info at www.beyondthestreets.com.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
BEYOND THE STREETS
434 N La Brea Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90036
OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, July 11, from 6PM–9PM.
For more info visit beyondthestreets.com. Tijuana Street Food Tour for Foodies
Join Wild Foodie Tours for an all-inclusive, fun, gritty, and insightful street food tour in Tijuana! You'll enjoy tastings at 5 food stops, 1 non-alcoholic beverage stop, and 1 dessert stop to taste the best flavors of Tijuana. Other likely visits include the Mercado Hidalgo open-air market and a Mexican bakery. Along the way we'll point out a few of the eateries Anthony Bourdain and Andrew Zimmern showcased on their Travel Channel shows. Only $69! Everything included: food, transportation, shopping, sightseeing, and a tour guide! Guests meet at the McDonald's at the San Ysidro Trolley Station in San Diego. Reservations required. For info and/or to book, visit wildfoodietours.com.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. Misc. Cost: 69.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Meeting spot: McDonald's San Ysidro Trolley Station on 727 East San Ysidro Blvd.
Youth Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays, 12:30
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Bring out that creative spark in your young artist at the Youth Arts Classes this summer at the Festival of Arts. Kids ages 5 to 12 will enjoy art classes taught by professional artists in mixed-media, ceramics, sculpture and more. Meanwhile, parents will have free time to view the artwork on display throughout the Festival grounds.
Art instructors will share some of their creative techniques in a fun and friendly environment that will inspire your kids to come back every week!
Class details:
Class registration fees $25.
Classes are approximately 1 hour.
Reservations are required. Class sizes are limited- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 25.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Alice and the Wonderful Tea Party – a “Strongly Recommended!” Rudie-DeCarlo musical comedy for all ages
“STRONGLY RECOMMENDED! A splendid children’s theatrical experience with a terrific new twist. The quality of performance is so pure and bright that children are fascinated throughout, all the while being exposed to superior theater that does not pander to their young age. The music and lyrics by Evelyn Rudie are the magic of the show. They provide a style and energy that keeps the children glued to the action.” L.A. PARENT.
Kids 2 to 102 join Alice as she accepts an invitation from the Queen of Hearts to return to the Wonderland of her youth. Will Alice prevail, or are the Cards stacked against her? Will the Queen suffer a heart attack? Lovely audience participation throughout the production helps Alice set a topsy-turvy Wonderland aright in this zany musical comedy.
“A winning blend of vaudeville, English pantomime and music hall.” Drama-logue.
The internationally acclaimed Family Theatre musical comedy, performed on three continents over the past 45 years, is presented by renowned Actors’ Repertor…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Santa Monica Playhouse Box Office. Contact Phone: 310-394-9779. Contact Email: theatre@SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com. Cost: $15 for kids 12 and under; $17.50 for adults; includes post-show photo opps with the actors.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:25 PM.
Santa Monica Playhouse - The Other Space, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
For more info visit www.santamonicaplayhouse.com. NFMLA August Film Festival Infocus: International Animation
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles (NFMLA)’s August line-up celebrates emerging filmmakers both near and far, featuring InFocus: International Animation, a program of exciting animated work from all around the world, including a selection of highlights from the Legends Animated 24 HOURS Animation Contest for Students, a selection of California-made short films and a collection of work made in the city of Los Angeles.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Community Events / Volunteerism. Art / Photography / Crafts. Cost: $10-$30.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
1139 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015.
For more info visit www.newfilmmakersla.com. Garden Party Saturdays
The Culver Hotel invites Angelenos to step into a garden of summer fun with its new weekly Garden Party taking place every Saturday from 3-6pm. Enjoy summer spritzes, Kikori cocktails and punch, along with delectable canapés like coconut ceviche, avocado tartine and tuna on crispy rice served in vintage birdcages.
Bring your pup along to enjoy a "barcuterie board" on the pet-friendly patio. A live DJ will provide an ambient soundtrack, and a pop-up flower bar will be on hand offering bespoke bouquets.
Every Saturday until Labor Day
3-6pm
Walk-ins welcome.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
The Culver Hotel
9400 Culver Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232.
For more info visit www.culverhotel.com. Teen and Adult Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays at 3pm
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Let your creativity run wild this summer in Laguna Beach! Discover your inner artist at the Festival of Art’s Adult and Teen Art Workshops! Award-winning talented artists will lead you step-by-step through the process of creating your own masterpiece.
These classes are perfect for vacationers and locals alike looking to try something new, have fun, and soak in the artistic atmosphere.
Class Details
Cost is $45 and includes supplies and Festival admission.
Classes begin at 3pm Friday – Sunday. All classes are 2.5 hours.
Participants must be 13 and over.
Reservations are required. Class size is limited to 12 participants (8 participants for ceramics)- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 45.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Marriage & Singles Panel + Mixer 2.0
Marriage & Singles Panel + Mixer 2.0 is a purpose-driven experience hosted by actors and faith-based storytellers Todd and Lena Anthony, founders of the Platform 4 Purpose App. Taking place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 4:00–7:00 PM in Glendale, CA, this live panel and mixer brings together celebrity guests, thought leaders, and real-life relationship stories to spark transparent conversations around love, faith, purpose, and connection.
Whether you're single, married, or somewhere in between, this event is designed to uplift, inspire, and help you walk boldly in your God-given purpose—with community, clarity, and real conversation.
🎟 Tickets & Info: https://platform4purpose.co/events
📍 Address: 250 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205
📲 Follow: @Platform4PurposeApp | #MarriageAndSinglesPanel.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Todd + Lena Anthony. Contact Phone: 949-549-9923. Contact Email: Platformforpurpose@gmail.com. Cost: 89.00 and Up.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Glendale, 250 S Glendale Ave, Glendale, CA 91205, USA.
For more info visit www.platform4purpose.co. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Festival of Arts & Pageant of the Masters Present “California Dreamin’: A Benefit for the Arts”
Join us on August 23, 2025 in Laguna Beach for a dazzling night of California Dreamin’ by the coast!
Celebrate the arts with fine art displays, an intimate concert by legendary soul and R&B band Jack Mack and the Heart Attack, and an exclusive performance of the Pageant of the Masters’ Gold Coast: Treasures of California—introduced by special guest host, acclaimed actor and CBS’ Matlock star Jason Ritter.
The evening will feature exciting surprises, memorable photo ops, and the thrilling conclusion of our extraordinary raffle—where you could win a 2025 Volvo EX30 Twin Motor Performance Ultra (valued at $47,000) or $10,000 in cash in lieu of car.
Purchase your tickets today! Loge Center ticket holders will be treated to an early entrance at 4:30 PM. All other ticket holders may enter at 5:30 PM.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Contact Name: Festival of Arts. Contact Phone: 800-487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM.
650 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 United States.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Brisk Festival LA 2025
Brisk Festival LA Celebrates Its 5th Edition with 49 Plays, 33 in English and 16 in Spanish, Over 200 Artists, and a Fresh Take on Contemporary Theater
From August 16 to September 7, 2025, Brisk Festival LA returns to the Morgan-Wixson Theater with a bold new edition showcasing 49 short plays—33 in English and 16 in Spanish—written, directed, and performed by over 200 artists from across the globe.
Following the successful launch of its first international edition in Buenos Aires, the festival is back in Los Angeles to celebrate five editions of storytelling that transcends language and geography. Produced by Full Emotions and founded by actor and filmmaker Christian Rodrigo, Brisk has become a vital platform for independent theater, amplifying new voices and fostering cultural exchange through the performing arts.
“Live theater is not just an art form—it’s a mirror of who we are and a common language that brings us together,” says Rodrigo. “In times of fragmentation, festivals like Brisk remind us that ar…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Christian Rodrigo. Contact Phone: 310-889-4490. Contact Email: christian@briskfestival.com. Cost: $19 to $29.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Brisk Festival LA Celebrates Its 5th Edition with 49 Plays, 33 in English and 16 in Spanish, Over 200 Artists, and a Fresh Take on Contemporary Theater
From August 16 to September 7, 2025, Brisk Festival LA returns to the Morgan-Wixson Theater with a bo.
For more info visit briskfestival.com. Club Kokomo at Shade Hotel – Rooftop Tiki Nights
Club Kokomo at Shade at the Beach (Manhattan Beach) – Rooftop Tiki Nights
Escape to Club Kokomo, the South Bay’s ultimate summer rooftop tiki bar! Enjoy live DJ sets from sunset to starlight, a curated tiki menu featuring tropical cocktails and island-inspired bites, and sweeping rooftop views. No cover charge; cash bar available.
VIP Experience:
Reserve a private cabana with bottle service by calling 310.546.4995.
Reservations requested as space is limited. First come, first serve seating.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Shade Hotels. Contact Phone: 3105464995. Contact Email: info@shadehotel.com. Cost: No Cover.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
1221 N Valley Drive
Manhattan Beach, CA
90266.
For more info visit mb.shadehotel.com. Community Concert - Magical LA Fusion: Tropa Magica, Buyepongo and LA Junta
Enjoy an evening with Tropa Magica and Buyepongo, where we celebrate the sounds of East Los Angeles and Los Angeles with musical fusions; from guitar and rhythms of 60’s Peruvian Cumbias and 90’s grunge with a neo-southern psychedelic twist that transports the listener into a tropical psychedelic dance party. The night will feature the blending and bonding of influences, seamlessly blending hip-hop, punk, funk, and jazz into a deliriously infectious tropical mix that spans the rich tapestry of the Americas. In addition, LA JUNTA DJ’s will complement the evening with tropical Afro-Latin music Colombia, Brazil, Central America while seamlessly blending rhythms. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
This concert is part of the public programming for LA Plaza’s temporary exhibition A Great Day in East L.A.: Celebrando the Eastside Sound—a multimedia exhibition that delves into the rich musical legacy of East Los Angeles, highlighting the eclectic sounds and cultural influences that shaped its unique…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Jonathan Rocha. Contact Phone: (213) 542-6277. Contact Email: jrocha@lapca.org. Cost: Free.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit lapca.org. Tropical Island Night Fundraiser Dinner Dance
You’re invited to TROPICAL ISLAND NIGHT! Join us for unforgettable evening of food, music, dancing & tropical vibes! Saturday, August 23, 2025 FAASBC Ballroom @ 27124 Meines St Highland, CA 92346. Doors open @6pm. Dinner/Program starts @7pm-11:30pm. A $35 One-Time Donation includes DINNER BUFFET with CRISPY LECHON & SPECIAL HALO-HALO for dessert! Featuring DJ GABE & Dance Instructors (DIs). Dress Code: Island style, casual-bright, fun & dance ready. Pls RSVP to Nevilla Maxwell @(909)496-8039. Mabuhay!!!
Category: Fundraisers. Contact Name: Nevilla Maxwell. Contact Phone: 19094968039. Contact Email: FAASBC@gmail.com. Cost: $35 One-Time Donation.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
27124 Meines St. Highland, CA 92346.
Walmart Delivers: Rodeo Revival at Lainey Wilson Concert
Hit the rodeo trail with Walmart’s immersive Rodeo Revival truck, rolling into LA for one unforgettable night. While attending the Lainey Wilson “Whirlwind World Tour” concert, customize a leather belt or bandana, practice your lasso skills, toss horseshoes, snap an Insta-worthy pic, and explore curated Western-inspired merch both on-site and via Walmart Realm (Walmart's Creator-led virtual shop).
Part of Walmart’s “FYP on Wheels” tour, this is a one-night-only experience that brings Western style and "Zillennial" culture together. Tickets for the concert are required. Visit walmart-delivers.com for more info.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Festivals / Parades. Theater / Concerts.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kia Forum, 3900 W. Manchester Blvd. Inglewood, CA 90305.
The Opposite of Love
An intimate story about a trust fund baby and a down on his luck hustler who form an unlikely bond, the hit Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love will have its west coast premiere opening July 25 at the Hudson Backstage Theatre and continues through August 31, with a preview performance on July 24. Featuring original star and Los Angeles native Ashley Griffin (Playwright and co-stars as Eloise) making her long awaited Los Angeles theatrical return, co-starring with actor Evan Strand (co-stars as Will). When Eloise hires Will to help her move past her sexual trauma, their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
Presented by Neil Gooding Productions (Back to the Future, Gypsy, Operation Mincemeat, Sunset Blvd.) and directed by Melora Marshall, an actress in her own right and director renowned for her dynamic contributions to the stage, particularly at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga Canyon. A longtime company member, she has performed in count…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: OnStage 411. Contact Phone: (323) 856-4249. Cost: $29-$45.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
Hudson Backstage Theatre
6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90038.
For more info visit www.onstage411.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. Online Speed Dating - Single Professionals (33-42 group)
Forget what you know about speed dating - this is a fresh take. We've made it easier (and way more fun) to meet new people!
Skip the endless swiping and crowded events. In just one session, you'll connect with a bunch of potential matches and see who you vibe with. No pressure, just good conversations and a great time.
Simple, social, and actually enjoyable!
Age group: 33 - 42
How it works
Get a ticket online
Login to your The Fun Singles account to check in
- Join a series of relaxed mini dates for 8-12 minutes each
- Contact with your matches right after the event
- Purchase one ticket & attend many events for free
Dress code: dress to impress.
Date live through a series of video chats - a proven format, it's fun, engaging and relaxed. Perfect solution to stay safe and date from home! NO SOFTWARE TO DOWNLOAD! The event is run entirely in your browser on The Fun Singles website.
Dating is like curating a perfect playlist - you know your vibe, what songs (people) fit, and which one…
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Alex Green. Contact Phone: 323-283-8993. Contact Email: alex.green@thefunsingles.com. Cost: 25.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
For more info visit thefun.singles. Pacific Symphony Presents Disco Fever—Let's Dance!
Get ready for a night of non-stop dancing as Pacific Symphony presents Disco Fever, a high-energy concert conducted by Principal Pops Conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez. This exciting performance features the incredible vocal talents of Maiya Sykes and Ty Taylor performing iconic disco anthems like “We Are Family,” “Stayin’ Alive,” “I Will Survive,” and “The Hustle.” The fun continues with an on-stage dance-off, where audience members can show off their best disco moves. Inspired by Enrico’s father’s love for the genre, this concert will take you on an unforgettable ride back to the groovy ‘70s.
For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit https://www.pacificsymphony.org/show-details/disco-fever-lets-dance or contact the box office at (714) 755-5799.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Pacific Symphony. Contact Phone: (714) 755-5799. Contact Email: info@pacificsymphony.org. Cost: Tickets start at $44.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:15 PM.
Great Park Live
250 Corsair
Irvine, CA 92618.
For more info visit www.pacificsymphony.org. SkyPilot Theatre Presents: The Marriage Zone
Jeff Gould's hit comedy 'The Marriage Zone' returns to the stage for 8 weeks in Hollywood!
What if you got a second chance at life? What if you were a struggling, middle-aged couple who got a glimpse into the future and could see how it all turned out? What if you had the opportunity to do it all differently?
One evening, while selling their house, Beth and Cal are confronted with that opportunity as their past, present, and future all collide. The results are both hysterical and poignant.
Jeff Gould is a master playwright who has written 6 different plays shown in over 10 cities worldwide. "The Marriage Zone" originally premiered in 2017 in Los Angeles for a historic 9-month run, and after other successful runs in both Warsaw, Poland and Sao Paulo, Brazil, it's back in Hollywood with an all-new cast and crew.
Shows run Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM only, from July 12th through August 31st at the 905 Cole Theatre located at 905 Cole Avenue in Hollywood. The show runs 75 minutes with no intermission.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Jake. Contact Phone: 8189152932. Contact Email: jakeaustingould@gmail.com. Cost: $40.
Saturday, August 23, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:15 PM.
905 Cole Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.skypilottheatre.com. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Sunday, August 24, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. South Bay Walk for Water
The Samburu Project's Walk for Water is a 3 mile walk held in LA's South Bay. The goal of this event is not only to serve as a fundraiser for the Samburu Project, but also as a way to educate students and others on the worldwide water crisis.
Category: Fundraisers. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Contact Name: Victoria Mickle. Contact Phone: 310-881-7265. Contact Email: victoria@thesamburuproject.org. Cost: 25 dollars for students, 50 for adults (T-shirt and breakfast included in registration price).
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Vista
11 Pier Ave Hermosa Beach, CA 90254.
For more info visit donate.thesamburuproject.org. Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Good Times Farmers Market
Our certified farmers market is held every Sunday year round at Los Angeles Valley College on the corner of Burbank Blvd & Fulton Ave from 9am to 2pm. We encourage the community to support their local vendors ranging from fresh delicious produce, wide varieties of foods, artisan crafts and much more! We also have live music and bounce for the kids and free parking on site. Feel free to check out our Instagram page as well for more information: goodtimes_farmersmarket. We look forward to seeing the whole community come out and have a Good Time at Good Times Farmers Market!
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Roger Gonzalez. Contact Phone: 818-282-5490. Contact Email: goodtimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com. Cost: Free Entry and Free Parking.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Los Angeles Valley College on the corner of Burbank Blvd & Fulton Ave every Sunday from 9am-2pm.
Spring & Mulberry x Honey Hi: Limited Edition Blood Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Spring & Mulberry has teamed up with Honey Hi on a limited-edition treat: Blood Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies, made with Spring & Mulberry’s date-sweetened Blood Orange chocolate bar. Each cookie order comes with a complimentary Pure Dark Mini bar, while supplies last. Join us Saturday, August 23 through Sunday, August 24, from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM at Honey Hi (1620 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles). Free to attend.
Contact Name: N/A. Contact Phone: (213) 221-7810. Cost: Free to attend.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
1620 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026.
For more info visit www.instagram.com. Biodance x Sephora FUEL YOUR GLOW
*Fuel Your Glow* - stop by the Grove August 21 - 24 to get fueled up with Biodance. Learn all about the KBeauty powerhouse's hero mask collection and which one is right for you, grab special treats, samples and then head into Sephora to shop the full Biodance line.
Operating Hours
Thursday, Aug 21 | 10 AM – 9 PM
Friday, Aug 22 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Saturday, Aug 23 | 10 AM – 10 PM
Sunday, Aug 24 | 11 AM – 8 PM.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
(Exact spot: Spirit of Los Angeles Statue x Sephora).
Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. San Diego Dim Sum Tour
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea!
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart!
After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. P…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Albert Chan. Contact Phone: 858-951-7470. Contact Email: info@wildfoodietours.com. Cost: 69.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant on 4609 Convoy Street.
Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. Translatin@ Coalition's Walk4Humanity 2025
Walk4Humanity Marches into Hollywood This August
A Vibrant 2-Mile Celebration for Equity, Visibility & Community Power
WHAT:
Walk4Humanity is a dynamic 2-mile community walk and block celebration uplifting Two Spirit, Trans, Gender Expansive, and Intersex (2TGI) individuals. Kicking off at Sunset Junction in Silver Lake and culminating in Hollywood on Western Avenue, this joyful and justice-centered event features performances, DJs, drag shows, speakers, and surprise celebrity appearances—all while raising vital funds for The TransLatin@ Coalition’s new 2TGI Community Wellness Center in Los Angeles.
WHEN:
Saturday, August 24, 2025
Walk begins at 11:00 AM
Block Party continues until 4:00 PM
WHERE:
Start: Sunset Junction, Silver Lake
Finish & Celebration: Western Avenue, Hollywood
WHO:
Presented by The TransLatin@ Coalition and led by its President & CEO, Bamby Salcedo, Walk4Humanity will welcome influential LGBTQ+ voices, community leaders, and surprise celebrity guests to unite in solidarity and celebrat…
Category: Runs / Walks / Marathons. Contact Name: Randy Bonds. Contact Phone: (708) 415-6409. Contact Email: randy@rcbondspr.com. Cost: N/A.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Walk begins at 11:00 AM
📍 From Sunset Junction in Silver Lake to Hollywood (Western Ave)
🎉 Block party continues until 4:00 PM.
For more info visit www.translatinacoalition.org. DTLA PROUD Festival
This summer, the vibrant heart of Downtown Los Angeles will pulse with even more color,
energy, and love as the DTLA Proud Festival returns, celebrating a decade of dazzling pride,
unity, and progress. Are you ready to celebrate TEN YEARS OF DTLA PROUD? This year’s
festivities promise ONE EPIC DAY packed with THREE UNFORGETTABLE EVENTS! Whether you’re
a longtime supporter or new to the community, you won’t want to miss the most anticipated
event of the summer.
Mark Your Calendars:
Date: August 24, 2025
Time: 12p – 10p
General Admission: Tickets just $35 (21+ events included)
● Ticket Link: DTLA Proud 2025
Where: Placita Olvera Gazebo, Olvera Street Southside Plaza, La Plaza De Cultura y Artes
● Entrance: 535 N Main St, DTLA
100% of proceeds will benefit the next decade of everything LGBTQ in DTLA—fueling resources,
programming, and advocacy to ensure our community continues to shine, thrive, and inspire for
years to come.
Three Dynamic Events, One Proud Day
The 2025 DTLA Proud Festival is not just a party—it…
Category: Festivals / Parades. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Sergio Hernandez. Contact Phone: 626.862.2999. Contact Email: sergio.hernandez@dtlaproud.org. Cost: Free & $35.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Plaza Olvera, 535 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
For more info visit sickening.events. Rooftop Soirée
Rooftop Soirée at Shade Hotel
Every Sunday, July 6–August 31 | 12PM–5PM
Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach & Redondo Beach
Experience the South Bay’s new Sunday tradition! Join us poolside or on the rooftop for a daytime escape inspired by the Hamptons—think sun, fresh bites, and a lively atmosphere. Enjoy a cash bar and pool menu; no cover charge.
VIP cabana reservations and celebration packages available—call 310.546.4995.
Reservations requested as space is limited. First come, first serve seating.
Category: Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Contact Name: Shade Hotels. Contact Phone: 3105464995. Contact Email: info@shadehotel.com. Cost: No Cover.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Shade Hotel Manhattan Beach & Shade Hotel Redondo Beach.
For more info visit mb.shadehotel.com. Alice and the Wonderful Tea Party – a “Strongly Recommended!” Rudie-DeCarlo musical comedy for all ages
“STRONGLY RECOMMENDED! A splendid children’s theatrical experience with a terrific new twist. The quality of performance is so pure and bright that children are fascinated throughout, all the while being exposed to superior theater that does not pander to their young age. The music and lyrics by Evelyn Rudie are the magic of the show. They provide a style and energy that keeps the children glued to the action.” L.A. PARENT.
Kids 2 to 102 join Alice as she accepts an invitation from the Queen of Hearts to return to the Wonderland of her youth. Will Alice prevail, or are the Cards stacked against her? Will the Queen suffer a heart attack? Lovely audience participation throughout the production helps Alice set a topsy-turvy Wonderland aright in this zany musical comedy.
“A winning blend of vaudeville, English pantomime and music hall.” Drama-logue.
The internationally acclaimed Family Theatre musical comedy, performed on three continents over the past 45 years, is presented by renowned Actors’ Repertor…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Santa Monica Playhouse Box Office. Contact Phone: 310-394-9779. Contact Email: theatre@SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com. Cost: $15 for kids 12 and under; $17.50 for adults; includes post-show photo opps with the actors.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Santa Monica Playhouse - The Other Space, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
For more info visit www.santamonicaplayhouse.com. Youth Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays, 12:30
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Bring out that creative spark in your young artist at the Youth Arts Classes this summer at the Festival of Arts. Kids ages 5 to 12 will enjoy art classes taught by professional artists in mixed-media, ceramics, sculpture and more. Meanwhile, parents will have free time to view the artwork on display throughout the Festival grounds.
Art instructors will share some of their creative techniques in a fun and friendly environment that will inspire your kids to come back every week!
Class details:
Class registration fees $25.
Classes are approximately 1 hour.
Reservations are required. Class sizes are limited- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 25.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. The Ritualization of Jade in Late Neolithic Loess Plateau with Dr. Tianlong Jiao | Distinguished Lecture & Book Signing
SUNDAY | AUGUST 24 | 1:30 – 3 PM
NORMA KERSHAW AUDITORIUM | DISTINGUISHED LECTURE
The Ritualization of Jade in Late Neolithic Loess Plateau: A Comparative Perspective
Presented by Dr. Tianlong Jiao, Chief Curator, Bowers Museum
Discover the fascinating evolution of jade in ancient China from personal adornment to powerful ritual object. This talk explores how jade became a bridge between the living and the spiritual world, with a spotlight on extraordinary practices in the Loess Plateau, where jade tools were used to build elite structures and sacred walls. Learn how sites like Shimao and Sanxingdui reveal the rich diversity of jade’s meaning in early Chinese civilizations.
The function of a certain variety of jade objects was transformed in several regions in China since the 4th millennium BCE. From pure decorative jewelry to the agent of ritual ceremony, these jades served as medium to connect the living with the spirits. However, the most conspicuous change happened in the Loess Plateau in the…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. School / Education. Contact Name: Visitor Service. Contact Phone: 7145673600. Contact Email: programs@bowers.org. Cost: Prices vary.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
2002 North Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706.
For more info visit www.bowers.org. Teen and Adult Art Classes at Festival of Arts
Fridays – Sundays at 3pm
July 5 – August 24, 2025
Let your creativity run wild this summer in Laguna Beach! Discover your inner artist at the Festival of Art’s Adult and Teen Art Workshops! Award-winning talented artists will lead you step-by-step through the process of creating your own masterpiece.
These classes are perfect for vacationers and locals alike looking to try something new, have fun, and soak in the artistic atmosphere.
Class Details
Cost is $45 and includes supplies and Festival admission.
Classes begin at 3pm Friday – Sunday. All classes are 2.5 hours.
Participants must be 13 and over.
Reservations are required. Class size is limited to 12 participants (8 participants for ceramics)- so reserve early!
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: festival of arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: 45.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Soulful Sundays at Festival of Arts
Soulful Sundays, a music series dedicated to rich melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and the power of emotion through song.
From bluesy ballads to gospel grooves, each performance is a journey through the depth of soul, jazz, and R&B. Come enjoy the music that moves you!
2025 Schedule
July 6 -Derek Bordeaux Motown Tribute
July 13 -“The Best of the Best” Soul – Featuring Raffia Thomas and Nicole Jackson Duo
July 20 -Adryon de León
July 27 -Terry Steele Sings Luther Vandross
August 3 -Family Style
August 10 -Lady Parts
August 17 -Derek Bordeaux Motown Tribute
August 24 -Terrell Edwards “The Unforgettable Show”.
Category: Misc. Contact Name: Festival of Arts. Contact Phone: (800) 487-3378. Contact Email: tickets@lagunapageant.com. Cost: Starting at 15.00.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit www.foapom.com. Brisk Festival LA 2025
Brisk Festival LA Celebrates Its 5th Edition with 49 Plays, 33 in English and 16 in Spanish, Over 200 Artists, and a Fresh Take on Contemporary Theater
From August 16 to September 7, 2025, Brisk Festival LA returns to the Morgan-Wixson Theater with a bold new edition showcasing 49 short plays—33 in English and 16 in Spanish—written, directed, and performed by over 200 artists from across the globe.
Following the successful launch of its first international edition in Buenos Aires, the festival is back in Los Angeles to celebrate five editions of storytelling that transcends language and geography. Produced by Full Emotions and founded by actor and filmmaker Christian Rodrigo, Brisk has become a vital platform for independent theater, amplifying new voices and fostering cultural exchange through the performing arts.
“Live theater is not just an art form—it’s a mirror of who we are and a common language that brings us together,” says Rodrigo. “In times of fragmentation, festivals like Brisk remind us that ar…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Christian Rodrigo. Contact Phone: 310-889-4490. Contact Email: christian@briskfestival.com. Cost: $19 to $29.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
Brisk Festival LA Celebrates Its 5th Edition with 49 Plays, 33 in English and 16 in Spanish, Over 200 Artists, and a Fresh Take on Contemporary Theater
From August 16 to September 7, 2025, Brisk Festival LA returns to the Morgan-Wixson Theater with a bo.
For more info visit briskfestival.com. F**k This Month & Holy Sh*t Improv
A night of improv comedy hosted by F**k This Month and Holy Sh*tImprov featuring some of LA's best comedians.
F**K THIS MONTH is a monthly improv comedy show that aims to cure your misery by turning your shitty month into improv comedy. Toast this garbage month off by throwing up your middle finger and sharing what made it suck so royally. A cast of veteran comedians will take your stories of woe and spin them into comedy gold.
HOLY SH*T IMPROV is an improv show featuring the best comedy talent in Los Angeles. Up-and-coming stars mix with improv legends to create an hour of comedy that will have you yelling, “Holy Sh*t!”.
Category: Theater / Concerts.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Dynasty Typewriter
2511 Wilshire Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90057.
For more info visit www.squadup.com. F**k This Month: Improv Comedy
Featuring a rotating cast of some of the best comedians in the world from film, television, Dropout, podcasts, and more!
Let’s face it; this month was trash. We’re here to help! Come to the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre and watch the best comedians in Los Angeles turn your misery into comedy.
Toast this garbage month off by throwing up your middle finger and sharing what made it suck so royally. A cast of veteran comedians will take your stories of woe and spin them into comedy gold. Therapy through laughter! Get your tickets and join us in sending this stupid month back to where it belongs.
Catch past episodes on-demand at https://www.thirdbestcomedy.com/.
Category: Theater / Concerts.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:45 PM.
Upright Citizens Brigade Theater
5919 Franklin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90028.
For more info visit ucbcomedy.com. Jewish for Dinner – one-night-only to support the Save-the-Main-Stage Fund
Join us for a First-Look Staged Reading of Lou Borenstein's play, based on his multi-award-winning short film, "Jewish for Lunch."
Ruth Cohen finally finds the perfect Jewish man to love, marry, and above all else, bring home to her family. But once they're in love and engaged, she finds out the shocking truth: she only thought he was Jewish. Knowing her family won’t approve of an intermarriage, she makes him pretend he is. But his minimal knowledge of Jewish culture and traditions puts the charade on thin ice. Featuring Kate Huffman, Ryle Decocq, Joey Jupiter-Levin, Gregory Cohen, Ben Horowitz, Amanda Dolan, Eric Schiffer, Danielle Tjoelker. Written & directed by Lou Borenstein.
Jewish for Dinner is based on the short film “Jewish for Lunch,” with the same cast. It won Best Comedy at the Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival, Best Comedy and Best Actor (Rylie Decocq) at the Mentone Film Festival, and Best Jewish Short Film at the Anatolian Film Festival in Turkey. Written & directed by Lou Borenstein.…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Santa Monica Playhouse Box Office. Contact Phone: 310-394-9779. Contact Email: theatre@SantaMonicaPlayhouse.com. Cost: Gen. adm. $25; $20 for seniors, students, teachers, members of the military and groups of 8 or more. Post show wine and sweets reception included.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Santa Monica Playhouse - The Other Space, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
For more info visit www.santamonicaplayhouse.com. The Opposite of Love
An intimate story about a trust fund baby and a down on his luck hustler who form an unlikely bond, the hit Off-Broadway play The Opposite of Love will have its west coast premiere opening July 25 at the Hudson Backstage Theatre and continues through August 31, with a preview performance on July 24. Featuring original star and Los Angeles native Ashley Griffin (Playwright and co-stars as Eloise) making her long awaited Los Angeles theatrical return, co-starring with actor Evan Strand (co-stars as Will). When Eloise hires Will to help her move past her sexual trauma, their search for intimacy must survive darker inclinations in a world where love is a commodity.
Presented by Neil Gooding Productions (Back to the Future, Gypsy, Operation Mincemeat, Sunset Blvd.) and directed by Melora Marshall, an actress in her own right and director renowned for her dynamic contributions to the stage, particularly at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga Canyon. A longtime company member, she has performed in count…
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: OnStage 411. Contact Phone: (323) 856-4249. Cost: $29-$45.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:15 PM.
Hudson Backstage Theatre
6539 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles CA 90038.
For more info visit www.onstage411.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com. SkyPilot Theatre Presents: The Marriage Zone
Jeff Gould's hit comedy 'The Marriage Zone' returns to the stage for 8 weeks in Hollywood!
What if you got a second chance at life? What if you were a struggling, middle-aged couple who got a glimpse into the future and could see how it all turned out? What if you had the opportunity to do it all differently?
One evening, while selling their house, Beth and Cal are confronted with that opportunity as their past, present, and future all collide. The results are both hysterical and poignant.
Jeff Gould is a master playwright who has written 6 different plays shown in over 10 cities worldwide. "The Marriage Zone" originally premiered in 2017 in Los Angeles for a historic 9-month run, and after other successful runs in both Warsaw, Poland and Sao Paulo, Brazil, it's back in Hollywood with an all-new cast and crew.
Shows run Saturdays at 8PM and Sundays at 3PM only, from July 12th through August 31st at the 905 Cole Theatre located at 905 Cole Avenue in Hollywood. The show runs 75 minutes with no intermission.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Name: Jake. Contact Phone: 8189152932. Contact Email: jakeaustingould@gmail.com. Cost: $40.
Sunday, August 24, 2025, 8:00 PM – 9:15 PM.
905 Cole Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.skypilottheatre.com. Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Monday, August 25, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Fill Up for the Arts – Support Casa Romantica
Supporting the arts has never been easier! Just stop by Valero San Clemente, located at 715 N El Camino Real, anytime during the month of August and fill up your tank. For every gallon of gas purchased, Valero will donate 1¢ to Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens.
Whether you're a local or just passing through, your routine gas stop can help fund exhibitions, youth arts education, cultural events, and the preservation of one of San Clemente’s most iconic landmarks.
It’s that simple—fuel your car, fuel the arts.
Category: Fundraisers.
Monday, August 25, 2025.
Valero San Clemente
715 N El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA 92672.
Harboring Community: “Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California” Art Exhibit at FoaSouth
The Festival of Arts invites the public to its latest off-site exhibit at foaSouth, Harboring Community: Ships of the 20th Century in Southern California. Featuring several never-before-exhibited works from the Festival of Arts Permanent Art Collection, this exhibit explores Southern California’s enduring connection to the sea through paintings of boats, harbors, and coastal life. Spanning over a century, the collection showcases a range of artistic styles from early California Impressionists to contemporary Festival artists highlighting how maritime subjects have inspired reflection, industry, and community across generations.
The foaSouth exhibit is located at 1006 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651. It is part of an ongoing series of shows that the Festival of Arts is holding at the location year round. The building is open to the public daily from 9am - 9pm. Admission is free. The Festival of Arts is a non-profit organization whose proceeds support the arts in and about Laguna Beach. For more informat…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Contact Name: Active culture. Contact Phone: (949) 494-1145. Cost: free.
Monday, August 25, 2025.
FOASOUTH AT ACTIVE CULTURE
1006 S Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1145.
Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Festivals / Parades. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: questions@sawdustartfestival.org. Cost: $12 (Adults) $10 (Seniors 65+) $5 (Youth 6-12) Under 5 are free.
Monday, August 25, 2025.
Sawdust Art Festival
935 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 4:00 AM – 8:00 AM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Cedars-Sinai Mobile Clinic to Offer Free Back-to-School Vaccinations
Cedars-Sinai caregivers are hitting the road in their mobile medical unit to help children get their back-to-school vaccines and provide free medical care ahead of the school season.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 4, the COACH for Kids mobile medical clinic will make the rounds throughout Los Angeles to offer school-aged children all vaccinations required by Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) schools, including DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis) and MMR (measles, mumps, and rubella). LAUSD students return to class on Monday, Aug. 11.
The COACH for Kids mobile unit is committed to meeting the immediate medical, behavioral health and community needs of underserved pediatric populations. Services are offered to those who are uninsured or on Medi-Cal.
Additional vaccines available through the clinic include Polio, Hib (Haemophilus influenzae), Prevnar 20 (pneumococcal), Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis A and B, Meningococcal ACWY (meningitis), and HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Beyond imm…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. School / Education.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
WIC Manchester
250 E. Manchester Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90003.
Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Painting Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food Thru 8/26
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 with a 10:30 a.m. kick-off event. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time on Friday, August 15 to Tuesday, August 26 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work. An unveiling of the mural will be on Wednesday, August 27 (time to be determined).
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. Puzzling Adventures Scavenger Hunt
Consistently rated the best local scavenger hunt since 2016!
Puzzling Adventures are a cross between a scavenger hunt, an adventure race, and an informative self-guided walking tour. Each adventure consists of a series of locations that you are guided to where you are required to answer a question or solve a puzzle to receive your next instruction. Compete as a group, individually or create multiple teams and race each other. Almost all of our adventures are designed to be wheelchair and stroller friendly and all are carefully crafted to be entertaining and informative with something to appeal to all ages. Complete the adventure as quickly as possible to win first place or take your time and enjoy the journey. Price is per team, not per person. Groups can be any size, but small groups are recommended for the best experience.
Enter the code EVENTPASS on the payment page for a $10 discount!
Most locations are available daylight hours every day.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Runs / Walks / Marathons. Sports and Recreation. Misc. Contact Name: Customer Support. Contact Phone: 8884338966. Contact Email: support@puzzlingadventures.com. Cost: $39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team - online registration required.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location
101 Judge John Aiso St, Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit puzzlingadventures.com. San Diego Dim Sum Tour
Are you a foodie? Have you tried traditional Cantonese dim sum – The small plate experience, the chopsticks, the steam-heated carts, the stacked steamer baskets, the lively conversations? The Tea!
Perhaps you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the immense history involved with dim sum from a Cantonese-American guide (dim sum = “to touch the heart!”). This is your chance! For a limited time, you can join Wild Foodie Tours and enjoy a truly unique dining experience! We'll brunch on Cantonese-style dim sum, served fresh from traditional push-carts & steamer baskets. You’ll learn about dim sum’s Silk Road roots, flavorful teas, and traditional Southern Chinese etiquette. You’ll pick and choose a variety of classic dim sum specialties like barbecue pork buns, rice crepes, siu mai, and egg tarts -- and become touched by the heart!
After the meal, we'll take you on a walking tour through the heart of the Asian Cultural District of San Diego and end at a popular Asian supermarket for some quick shopping. P…
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Reunions. School / Education. Misc. Contact Name: Albert Chan. Contact Phone: 858-951-7470. Contact Email: info@wildfoodietours.com. Cost: 69.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Jasmine Seafood Restaurant on 4609 Convoy Street.
Experience Live Art Installation as Famed Muralist ROBERT VARGAS Paints Three-Story Tribute to Project Angel Food
Project Angel Food is proud to announce that internationally renowned muralist Robert Vargas will begin painting a three-story tribute mural on the building of the organization’s Vine Street headquarters at 922 Vine Street beginning Thursday, August 14 at 10:30 a.m. The public artwork will emerge daily in real time from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm through Wednesday, August 27, providing Angelenos a rare chance to witness a master muralist at work.
Celebrating neighbors helping neighbors, the mural will transform the building’s south façade into a powerful symbol of unity, community, and love, depicting the diverse staff and countless volunteers who serve Project Angel Food’s 7,157 clients battling critical illness. Embodying the organization’s belief that food is love, the Vargas mural will anchor the nonprofit’s $51.5 million campus expansion, which will double facility size and triple meal production capacity.
Robert Vargas, a Boyle Heights native and cultural icon, was introduced to Project Angel Food by actor a…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Contact Name: Alison Graham. Contact Phone: 3104941554. Contact Email: alison@ajgpr.com. Cost: No Charge.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
Project Angel Food
922 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA 90038.
For more info visit www.angelfood.org. 59th Annual Sawdust Art Festival
Celebrate Laguna Beach’s most iconic summer tradition: the 59th annual Sawdust Art Festival. Open daily June 27 through August 31. Be part of a colorful story nearly six decades in the making. Take home original art, enjoy free art classes, create lasting memories and discover unique treasures from more than 185 celebrated local artists. New this year: The Cove...by Starfish! More than just a festival kitchen, The Cove is a vibrant alcove alive with music, color, aroma, and flavor with a menu inspired by the bold and exciting flavors of one of Laguna's favorite restaurants, Starfish.
• Sawdust Art Festival is open daily
• Meet 185+ Artists
• Purchase Original Art
• Watch Live Art Demos
• Take Free Art Classes
• Enjoy 3 Stages of Live Music
• Eat & Drink
Hours: Sun-Thurs: 11a-8p and Fri-Sat: 11a-10p.
Category: Festivals / Parades. Contact Name: Liana Miller. Contact Phone: 949-494-3030. Contact Email: lianarhett@gmail.com. Cost: Adults $12, Seniors 65+ $10, Children 6-12 $5.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Sawdust Art Festival, 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
For more info visit sawdustartfestival.org. COLA 2025 — Design and Visual Artist Exhibition
The Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery is pleased to present COLA 2025, the artist exhibition of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs Independent Master Artist Project (COLA IMAP) Grant Program. COLA 2025 marks the twenty-eighth edition of the COLA IMAP Grant Program, celebrating the creative visions of nine exceptional Los Angeles-based artists in visual, literary, and performing arts. COLA 2025, includes Carmen Argote, Olivia Booth, Bryan Ida, Flora Kao, and Jemima Wyman, who will debut bold new works ranging from video, sculpture, painting, photography, drawing, and installation with the freedom to center their core artistic impulses.
This non-thematic exhibition presents a diverse assembly of artworks, offering viewers a rich and in-depth exploration of each artist’s individual practice. The works span a wide range of themes, including the history and application of glass, a fever-dream study of Barnsdall Art Park, portraits composed of legal language, visual strategies like camouflage s…
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Museum / Exhibitions. Contact Name: Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery Staff. Contact Phone: (323) 644-6269. Contact Email: lamag@lacity.org. Cost: Free.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027.
For more info visit lamag.org. Avalon Community Backpack Drive
The city of Avalon is hosting this year's backpack and school supply drive. Funded by the Catalina Yacht Club. We have 250 backpacks, and supply kits for students TK-8th grade. It is a community event with games and food. Backpacks will be given to Avalon students starting at 2pm.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Fundraisers. Contact Name: Constance Rux. Contact Phone: 3105100220. Contact Email: crux@cityofavalon.gov. Cost: Free.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Avalon Kid's Park.
Relentless Pro Wrestling Presents: 'Theater Of Combat' The Final Battle Of 2025
Theater of Combat will mark the return of former champion Biggie Biggz, who will battle Tariq Tarvos. Heavyweight Alex Ace will challenge the current So-Cal Champion, Mikey O’Shea, while James Brady will try to dethrone Armenia Royalty Alec Tomas. Also in the ring that night will be Lord Ateu taking on Lucas Lair, and a rematch between Thad Maximus and Five-Star Raymond Bright. The ladies will appear at the Theater of Combat for a rematch featuring women's champion Danika Blodwyn challenged by Madame PJ Laurier. A jam-packed hard-hitting evening of family entertainment will be on display during the Theater of Combat on Saturday, September 13, 2025, so hurry, and get your tickets before they are sold out. Subscribe to the YouTube link to be invited and alerted to free fan events.
Category: Art / Photography / Crafts. Community Events / Volunteerism. Conferences. Festivals / Parades. Food and Beverage / Farmer's Market. Fundraisers. Galas / Banquets / Luncheons. Job Fairs / Employment. Meetings / Hearings. Museum / Exhibitions. Reunions. Runs / Walks / Marathons. School / Education. Sports and Recreation. Theater / Concerts. Yard Sales / Garage Sales / Auctions. Misc. Cost: Eventbrite $28.52 all fees are included, and Free Parking.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
The American Legion, 143 S. Lemon St. Orange, CA 92866.
For more info visit youtu.be. Love Island USA Reunion Watch Party
Catch all the Love Island USA drama on the big screen at The District at Tustin Legacy! Enjoy fresh popcorn, snap photos at the themed photo booth, and sip wine or beer from the Beer & Wine Garden hosted by the Boys & Girls Club of Tustin, with all proceeds benefiting the organization. Please bring a lawn chair — seating is first-come, first-served — and note this event is 21+.
Category: Community Events / Volunteerism. Misc. Cost: Free.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
The Promenade at The District at Tustin Legacy:
2437 Park Ave, Tustin, CA 92782.
For more info visit thedistricttl.com. Berta, Berta
The Echo Theater Company presents the West Coast premiere of Berta, Berta, a sensuous love story by Angelica Chéri that was inspired by a prison chain gang song from Parchman Farm. In 1920s Mississippi, Leroy has committed an unforgivable crime and is ready to accept his punishment: incarceration at notorious Parchman Farm. He has just one final wish before he’s caught – a chance to make amends with his long lost love, Berta. Their reunion swells from a quarrelsome conjuring of the past to an impassioned plot to escape their impending fate.July 18-Aug. 25: Fridays at 8 p.m. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Sundays at 4 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m.; all Monday night performances are Pay-What-You-Want. The Echo Theater Company, Atwater Village Theatre, 3269 Casitas Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90039; EchoTheaterCompany.com.
July 18–Aug. 25 (including final preview)
• Fridays at 8 p.m.
• Saturdays at 8 p.m.
• Sundays at 4 p.m.
• Mondays at 8 p.m.
Category: Theater / Concerts. Contact Phone: (747) 350-8066. Contact Email: theboxoffice@echotheatercompany.com. Cost: Every Monday: Pay-What-You-Want Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: $38.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Atwater Village Theatre
3269 Casitas Ave.
Los Angeles, CA.
For more info visit www.echotheatercompany.com.