WeekendAngeleno
Your next LA adventure might be free.
Free events across Los Angeles. Updated daily.
Your next LA adventure might be free.
Free events across Los Angeles. Updated daily.
Free weekly certified farmers market in Downtown Alhambra. Fresh produce, local vendors, and community gathering every Sunday morning. California Certified Farmers Markets are free to enter. Runs June through August.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free spectator polo matches at Will Rogers State Historic Park. $12 per vehicle parking fee. Blackout dates may apply — check willrogerspolo.com before visiting.
Free weekly fitness and World Cup viewing series in Tongva Park on Santa Monica's waterfront.
The 56th Annual LA Pride Parade steps off at 11 AM from Sunset Blvd at Highland, traveling north to Hollywood Blvd then east to Cahuenga — one of the largest Pride parades in the country. Free to attend as a First Amendment event. 2026 Celebrity Grand Marshal: Jeff Hiller (Emmy-winning actor, HBO's Somebody Somewhere). Community Grand Marshal: Mia Yamamoto (transgender civil rights attorney). Legacy Grand Marshal: Shirley Raines (posthumous, Beauty 2 the Streetz founder). Parade broadcast live on ABC7/KABC and Hulu 11 AM–1 PM. Take Metro — Hollywood/Highland (Hollywood & Prideland) and Hollywood/Vine stations are both on the route. No bad spots to watch — avoid Hollywood & Highland and Hollywood & Cahuenga corners if you dislike large crowds.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
DJ Impeccable Styles brings DJ music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free indoor screening of ORIGIN directed by Ava DuVernay, presented as a Juneteenth celebration. Free RSVP required. Children under 14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Free indoor screening of five short films by Behnam Jafari, a key figure in Iran's Free Cinema underground movement. Presented by the UCLA Film Archive and Farhang Foundation. All ages.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor summer concert at Chumash Park in Agoura Hills. Suggested $2 donation. Performer TBA.
Free outdoor summer concert at Calabasas Lake Greenbelt. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free indoor screening of Checkpoint (1987) and Dead End (1977) presented by the UCLA Film Archive and Farhang Foundation as part of the Iranian Cinema series. All ages.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Open-water swim and run event at Hansen Dam Aquatic Center.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Wilmington Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Wilmington Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free weekly outdoor entertainment every Tuesday night at four Cerritos parks. Programming includes concerts, movies, and children's shows — each ~45 min with a pre-show craft or activity. Bring a blanket for seating. Snacks available for purchase.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Venice Beach Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Venice Beach Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor community run through Hawthorne. Approximately 5K route. All ages. Post-run refreshments and raffles.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
The C Band (Latin Music)
Free outdoor movie night at Clara Street Park. Bring blankets and chairs.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Drop-in outdoor crafts and games at the Sand & Sea Room at Annenberg Community Beach House. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Free outdoor World Cup watch party and fan fest at Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet. Watch Mexico vs Korea Republic with live music by Mi Banda El Mexicano after the match. All ages. Sponsored by Modelo.
Free outdoor Juneteenth celebration concert featuring R&B, Soul, and Motown. Downtown Paramount.
Watch Mexico take on South Korea on a giant screen at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, the official Casa México Los Ángeles 2026 venue. Live entertainment and food available. Free with RSVP, all ages.
Free outdoor community run and walk in Santa Monica. Choose a 3-mile run or 1-mile walk. All ages. All paces welcome.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Seoul International Park. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Blue Breeze performs Motown, Soul & R&B. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free Juneteenth celebration at Van Ness Pool with community programming.
Annual group bike ride through historical African American sites in central LA — choose 9, 14, or 19 miles. Meet & greet 8–9 AM, ride 9 AM–12 PM. Ends at the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival with live music and food trucks. Bring any bike. Ages 18+ only. Registration required at BlackFolk.net/Ride.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Jah Faith brings roots reggae to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Celebrate L. A.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Night One of the annual COLA Artist Fellows showcase at Grand Performances. The City of LA Individual Artist Fellowships support mid-career artists — this is where LA’s most exciting emerging talent performs for free outdoors at California Plaza.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
Pixar's Oscar-winning celebration of Día de los Muertos follows a young musician's journey through the Land of the Dead. Perfect for families.
Free indoor dog-friendly comedy show at Lawless Brewing Co. Bring your dog. All ages.
Free weekly farmers market at Cerritos Towne Center in the northwest parking lot of the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. Farm-fresh produce every Saturday 8 AM to noon, rain or shine. Closed on major holidays.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free outdoor family open house at the LA Sanitation Harbor District yard. Kids can explore and ride in sanitation trucks, take facility tours, and participate in recycling games. Free food. All ages.
Free outdoor Musical Storytime with Pasadena Conservatory of Music on the Gamble House lawn. Children's books become vehicles for musical play, led by PCM Young Musicians Department Chair. Bring a blanket and snacks. All ages welcome.
City of Culver City's free Juneteenth celebration featuring the Black National Anthem, live music, children's activities, a vendor market, and community resources. Family-friendly, all ages. Registrants receive one complimentary food ticket while supplies last.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Smooth brings R&B to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free annual Juneteenth celebration at Virginia Avenue Park with music, culture, and community festivities.
Free spectator polo matches at Will Rogers State Historic Park. $12 per vehicle parking fee. Blackout dates may apply — check willrogerspolo.com before visiting.
Free outdoor Pride festival featuring live music, games, keynote speakers, and DJ. Hosted by Airport Marina Counseling Service. All ages.
Free outdoor Juneteenth celebration at Ovation Hollywood featuring live music from Kings Ether, a Black-owned vendor marketplace, and an outdoor screening of Summer of Soul. All ages.
Free indoor theatre performance celebrating Pacific Islander artists presented by TeAda Productions. All ages.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free outdoor summer concert at Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Bring chairs or blankets. Food available on site.
Free outdoor Juneteenth celebration on the LBX Lawn featuring complimentary dinner, Black-owned vendors, and community programming. All ages. Note: yoga sessions (5:30–6 PM) require advance reservation — outdoor dinner and vendor portion is walk-up.
Spend your Saturday evenings with world-renowned artists performing everything from Indigenous music to the latest sounds from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, and Los Angeles! These free concerts are presented Saturday evenings from Memorial Day weekend in May to Labor Day weekend in September.
Jimetta Rose presents the world premiere of Metta Sun, a Sun Ra-inspired operatic experience at California Plaza. Free outdoor performance in Downtown LA.
Reaction Band brings R&B to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor summer party series hosted at cultural venues across LA featuring KCRW DJs and live music. All ages.
Free indoor film screening presented by the UCLA Film Archive and Farhang Foundation as part of the Iranian Cinema series. All ages.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor community run along Abbot Kinney Blvd ending near the beach. All paces welcome. All ages.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Wilmington Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor Pride market at Farm Cup Coffee on Santa Monica Blvd in West Hollywood featuring local LGBTQ+ artists and makers. All ages.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
DJ Impeccable Styles brings DJ music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free annual summer solstice music festival featuring indoor and outdoor stages. Live performances celebrating the longest day of the year. All ages. Beer garden on site.
Free outdoor summer concert at Library Park. Food trucks from 4 PM, concert at 4:30 PM. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free indoor film screening presented by the UCLA Film Archive and Farhang Foundation as part of the Iranian Cinema series. All ages.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor summer concert and movie series at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Seoul International Park. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Seoul International Park. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free outdoor concert celebrating "City Lights, Jazz Nights" — blending Dixieland jazz, blues, and swing from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
The City of Carson hosts a free youth Olympic-themed sports day at Carson Park in celebration of the upcoming LA28 Olympic Games. Family friendly.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor concert celebrating "City Lights, Jazz Nights" — blending Dixieland jazz, blues, and swing from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Independent Shakespeare Co. brings Shakespeare's most daring political thriller to life for free in Griffith Park. A Roman general's contempt for the people sends him on a warpath of revenge — brutal, surprisingly funny, and startlingly relevant. Bring a picnic blanket. General admission, no tickets required.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Undercover (Top 40 Dance)
Free outdoor movie night at Clara Street Park. Bring blankets and chairs.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
The beloved annual dog-friendly "yappy hour" returns to Maguire Gardens at the Central Library. Free dog-friendly activities, caricature drawings, 20+ curated vendors, live music from Reverend Doctor, and community dog walks at 5 PM and 6:30 PM. Bring your pup.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor performance blending soccer and dance. U.S. premiere. 45-minute show. Part of the West Hollywood World Cup Fan Zone. All ages.
Free outdoor World Cup watch party at the beach. Watch the match on a big screen at Annenberg Community Beach House on the Santa Monica waterfront.
Free outdoor concert celebrating "City Lights, Jazz Nights" — blending Dixieland jazz, blues, and swing from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: Cold Duck. Movie: Charlotte's Web. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase. Parking in City Hall lot and Santa Anita Race Track Gate 5.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free outdoor summer concert at Progress Park. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Northridge Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free indoor stand-up comedy night at The Last Bookstore in Studio City. All ages.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Rod Lightning & The Thunderbolts of Love perform on Pride Night. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free outdoor World Cup Fan Zone at West Hollywood Park featuring match screenings, Discofoot performances, and community programming. Runs June 25–28. All ages. Note: beer garden section is 21+ only.
Annual two-day outdoor community festival in Downtown Lomita. Free admission. Live entertainment, food, and vendors along Narbonne Ave.
Free outdoor three-day Pride festival at West Hollywood Park. All ages.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Wilmington Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Wilmington Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Kick off your weekend on the Gamble House lawn. Enjoy live outdoor music, first-floor access to this iconic 1908 Craftsman landmark with docents in each room, and wine tastings available from local wineries. Bring a blanket and picnic. Free parking on Westmoreland Place.
Celebrate L. A.
Free outdoor Pride swim event at Annenberg Community Beach House. Celebrate Pride at the pool overlooking the Pacific. All are welcome.
Free outdoor summer party series hosted at cultural venues across LA featuring KCRW DJs and live music. All ages.
Free outdoor concert celebrating "City Lights, Jazz Nights" — blending Dixieland jazz, blues, and swing from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Night Two of the COLA Artist Fellows 2026 showcase. Free outdoor performance at California Plaza in Downtown LA.
Free outdoor performance blending soccer and dance. U.S. premiere. 45-minute show. Part of the West Hollywood World Cup Fan Zone. All ages.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
Everything is awesome — the animated comedy that launched a franchise. Great for kids and adults who were kids.
Free outdoor movie screening on the LMU bluff lawn overlooking the Pacific. RSVP recommended for seating but not required — walk-ups welcome. Bring blankets and low-back chairs.
Annual public golf championship hosted at historic Griffith Park.
Free outdoor three-day Pride festival at West Hollywood Park. All ages.
The City of Carson celebrates Samoan culture and heritage with a free community festival at Foisia Park featuring traditional performances, food, and family activities.
Annual two-day outdoor community festival in Downtown Lomita. Free admission. Live entertainment, food, and vendors along Narbonne Ave.
Free outdoor soccer festival in North Hollywood. Watch World Cup matches on massive LED screens with live DJs, food vendors, kids zone, and interactive games. All ages general admission. Note: beer garden and VIP lounge areas are 21+ only.
Sugarlips brings top 40 to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free outdoor performance blending soccer and dance. U.S. premiere. 45-minute show. Part of the West Hollywood World Cup Fan Zone. All ages.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Venice Beach Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Venice Beach Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Spend your Saturday evenings with world-renowned artists performing everything from Indigenous music to the latest sounds from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, and Los Angeles! These free concerts are presented Saturday evenings from Memorial Day weekend in May to Labor Day weekend in September.
Free outdoor summer concert at Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Bring chairs or blankets. Food available on site.
Free outdoor performance blending soccer and dance. U.S. premiere. 45-minute show. Part of the West Hollywood World Cup Fan Zone. All ages.
Culture Clash brings their legendary Chicano political comedy to California Plaza with End Times Cabaret. Free outdoor performance in Downtown LA.
Moving in Stereo brings a The Cars tribute to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free annual outdoor arts festival at Pan Pacific Park featuring live music, DIY activities, and an artisan marketplace. All ages. Free parking in park lot.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Watch World Cup matches on large screens at the Trellis Bar & Lounge and Garden Terrace Café at the Getty Center, with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Themed food and drink menus available. Free with advance timed-entry reservation — parking $20.
Free indoor jazz concert featuring the Sabine Jazz Trio. Optional donation welcome. Free RSVP requested. All ages.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Los Angeles Union Station. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at Venice Beach Recreation Center. Large LED screen, youth soccer clinics, family activities. No tickets required — just show up.
Free bilingual outdoor cycling workshop and group ride at the Helms Design District. Prior cycling ability required — bring your own working bike. Ages 10+ with adult; adults welcome solo.
Free outdoor three-day Pride festival at West Hollywood Park. All ages.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
DJ Impeccable Styles brings DJ music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free indoor documentary screening and panel at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre. All ages.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor screening of Pixar's The Wild Robot at Johnny Carson Park. Part of Burbank's Starlight On Tour series while the iconic Starlight Bowl undergoes renovations. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Arrive early for good seating.
Free indoor documentary screening followed by Q&A at The Culver Theater. Ages 18+ only.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
A free family day at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes featuring cultural activities, workshops, and entertainment for all ages.
Free outdoor Monday night concerts at Central Park. Genres include reggae, disco, mariachi, country, old school funk, Beatles hits, and more. Events begin at 6 PM; music at 7 PM. No pets, BBQs, alcohol, or vaping.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor film screening at the California African American Museum.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor concert at Verdugo Park's north end in Glendale. Bring folding chairs or blankets and a picnic. Food truck on site.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park — Independence Day week. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Stacy Anne & The Master Plan (Country)
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
A Rolling Stones tribute band bringing the classic rock energy of the Stones to the pier.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: Cobra Cowboy. Movie: Miracle. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Free outdoor Thursday night concerts at York Field. Genres include reggae, disco, mariachi, country, old school funk, Beatles hits, and more. Events begin at 6 PM; music at 7 PM. No pets, BBQs, alcohol, or vaping.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Midnight Regret performs Top 40. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free admission to The Huntington's world-class botanical gardens, art collections, and library exhibitions. Advance reservation required — tickets release the last Thursday of the prior month at 9 AM and go fast. Limit 5 tickets per household per year. Book at huntington.org/plan-your-visit/free-day
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
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Free community Independence Day celebration at Artesia Park with games, flag raising, chili cook-off, live entertainment by Latin Soul Band, and fireworks.
Free World Cup viewing party and community festival at Tongva Park.
DJ Rome brings dance music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free community July 4th celebration with live music, dancing, food trucks, beer/wine, inflatable rides, carnival games, and a drone light show after dark. No tickets required.
The West Coast's largest free July 4th celebration returns to downtown LA. Two stages of live music, interactive art installations, AR storytelling, and a 700-drone light show over the skyline. Headlined by trumpeter Tatiana Tate, DJ Anthony Valadez, and Afro-Latin band L.A. Tropifunk Collective. All ages, all welcome. Metro accessible at Civic Center station.
Spend your Saturday evenings with world-renowned artists performing everything from Indigenous music to the latest sounds from Argentina, Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, Peru, and Los Angeles! These free concerts are presented Saturday evenings from Memorial Day weekend in May to Labor Day weekend in September.
Free patriotic Music in the Park featuring Bruno & the Hooligans with opener The Ultimate Rock Band. Part of Burbank's Starlight On Tour series. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Pop and souldies — classic feel-good sounds for a 4th of July evening on the water.
Harbor Groove brings R&B, funk, and cumbia to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free community Independence Day celebration with live music at Recreation Park.
The City of Carson celebrates Independence Day with a free drone show at Galaxy Park. Family friendly outdoor celebration.
Free outdoor July 4th concert at Torrance Civic Center. Part of the Summer Nights series. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
DJ Impeccable Styles brings DJ music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at the Hammer Museum in Westwood. Open to the public — RSVP requested but not required; members get priority entry. Parking with validation. Metro recommended: Expo/Bundy or bus lines.
Free outdoor summer concert series at Plummer Park in West Hollywood. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
A Hollywood vintage performance troupe blending close-harmony singing, tap dancing, and retro pin-up style — music from the 1920s through 1950s USO era.
Free drop-in monthly open mic at the Pilipino Workers Center in Historic Filipinotown. No ticket required. Performer sign-ups at 4:45 PM. All welcome.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor summer concert at Chumash Park in Agoura Hills. Suggested $2 donation. Includes drone show. Performer TBA.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at the Hammer Museum in Westwood. Open to the public — RSVP requested but not required; members get priority entry. Parking with validation. Metro recommended: Expo/Bundy or bus lines.
Free outdoor summer concert and movie series at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at the Hammer Museum in Westwood. Open to the public — RSVP requested but not required; members get priority entry. Parking with validation. Metro recommended: Expo/Bundy or bus lines.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor concert at Verdugo Park's north end in Glendale. Bring folding chairs or blankets and a picnic. Food truck on site.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Free outdoor Wednesday concert series at Signal Hill Park.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Past Action Heros (80's & 90's)
Free FIFA World Cup watch party at the Hammer Museum in Westwood. Open to the public — RSVP requested but not required; members get priority entry. Parking with validation. Metro recommended: Expo/Bundy or bus lines.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
AM Gold tribute — the soft rock hits of the 70s you forgot you loved.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: New Romantics (Taylor Swift tribute). Movie: The Lorax. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free Thursday evening concert featuring Smooth Sounds of Santana, a Santana tribute band, at Vin Scully Centennial Park. Family activities and food vendors from 6 PM. Music 7-8:30 PM. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Susie Hansen Latin Band performs Salsa, Cumbia, Latin & Jazz. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free outdoor Shakespeare performance on the bluff at LMU overlooking the Pacific. Bring a blanket or low-back chairs. Picnics welcome. Free parking on weekends and after 8 PM on weekdays.
Kick off your weekend on the Gamble House lawn. Enjoy live outdoor music, first-floor access to this iconic 1908 Craftsman landmark with docents in each room, and wine tastings available from local wineries. Bring a blanket and picnic. Free parking on Westmoreland Place.
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DJ and music scholar J. PERIOD joins cultural critic Josh Kun for a live musical lecture on the art of the mixtape and DJ culture. Free outdoor performance at California Plaza.
Free evening swim at Annenberg Community Beach House's pool overlooking the Pacific. Part of the summer Sunset Swims series. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Dustbowl Revival (folk funk). Free Friday night outdoor concert on the lawn behind Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale. Bring your own chairs or blankets and picnic on the grassy hillside. All ages, no alcohol. Performances run 60–90 minutes.
Free Friday night outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Snacks, food, kids entertainment, and a 50/50 raffle on site.
Free outdoor concert at Alhambra Park. Performer to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Concerts in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor summer concert on the City Hall front lawn.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
Pixar's latest — a boy accidentally becomes Earth's intergalactic ambassador. Family friendly.
Free outdoor Shakespeare performance on the bluff at LMU overlooking the Pacific. Bring a blanket or low-back chairs. Picnics welcome. Free parking on weekends and after 8 PM on weekdays.
Free outdoor movie screening on the LMU bluff lawn overlooking the Pacific. RSVP recommended for seating but not required — walk-ups welcome. Bring blankets and low-back chairs.
Free all-day centennial festival celebrating 100 years of the Los Angeles Public Library Central Branch. Full day of festivities. All ages.
Rory Seldon brings R&B to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free outdoor concert at Pershing Square featuring The Chi-Lites, Heatwave, The Stylistics, Joe Bataan, The Delfonics, The Midnighters and more. Part of the Los Angeles Free Concert Series 2026. Free advance RSVP required via Eventbrite. Ages 21+ only.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Classic rock covers with high energy. A crowd-pleasing pier staple.
J. PERIOD performs a live mixtape set at California Plaza. Free outdoor concert in Downtown LA.
Illunis brings a Black Keys tribute to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free outdoor concert at the Getty Center with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Leenalchi (Korean traditional music meets rock) performs at 7:30 PM with DJ sets from 6 PM. Advance reservation required at getty.edu — free to reserve. Free parking after 6 PM. Part of the Off the 405 summer music series.
Free outdoor summer party series hosted at cultural venues across LA featuring KCRW DJs and live music. All ages.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movie night at Alhambra Park. Film to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Movies in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor Saturday night concert at Central Park. Food trucks from 5 PM, concert at 7 PM. Bring blankets and picnic.
Free outdoor movie night at Hickory Park. Part of the City of Torrance Summer Nights series.
Free outdoor Shakespeare performance on the bluff at LMU overlooking the Pacific. Bring a blanket or low-back chairs. Picnics welcome. Free parking on weekends and after 8 PM on weekdays.
Free family day at LA Plaza featuring performances by three youth mariachi bands, cultural activities, and entertainment for all ages.
Free outdoor movie night at Malibu Bluffs Park with Pacific Ocean views. Pre-show activities from 5 PM, film begins at sunset. Baseball-themed programming — specific film to be announced. No RSVP required. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks.
Free annual outdoor cultural festival at Echo Park Lake celebrating Sri Lanka and Asian Pacific cultures. Features music, dance, dragon boat races, and carnival. Free shuttles available from nearby parking lots. Some special attractions may have separate fees.
Annual festival at Echo Park celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander cultures with food, music, and floating lotus flowers.
Free festival featuring lights, performances, and cultural arts programming across LA.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
DJ Impeccable Styles brings DJ music to the Shoreline Village waterfront stage at Rainbow Harbor in Long Beach. Free outdoor concert — no tickets required.
Free outdoor concert at Pershing Square featuring DJ Quik, Suga Free, Kurupt, WC, Luniz and more. Part of the Los Angeles Free Concert Series 2026. Free advance RSVP required via Eventbrite. Ages 21+ only.
Free outdoor summer concert at Library Park. Food trucks from 4 PM, concert at 4:30 PM. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
An all-female LA salsa band celebrating Latin dance culture with high-energy live performance. Past venues include LACMA, San Jose Jazz Festival, and Levitt Pavilion.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
5K community fun run through Echo Park as part of the annual Lotus Festival weekend.
Free outdoor movie night at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation NoHo Summer Nights series.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor theatre performance at Verdugo Park in Glendale. Bring folding chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Free outdoor Wednesday concert series at Signal Hill Park.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
The Mirage (Tribute to Fleetwood Mac)
Drop-in outdoor crafts and games at the Sand & Sea Room at Annenberg Community Beach House. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Free outdoor sunset picnic at Annenberg Community Beach House on the Santa Monica waterfront. Bring a blanket and enjoy the evening on the beach lawn.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
A Weezer tribute — expect Buddy Holly, Island in the Sun, and a lot of singing along.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: Black Crystal Wolf Kids. Movie: Shrek. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free Thursday evening concert featuring the Grammy Award-winning Mariachi Divas at Portola Park. Children's Museum open 6-7 PM. Music 7-8:30 PM. Family activities and food vendors on site.
Free outdoor summer concert at the Skirball Cultural Center hillside courtyard. No reservations required — first come, first served. Doors open 6 PM. Bring blankets and low chairs.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free monthly open mic at Village Well Books & Coffee in Culver City featuring poetry, comedy, and music. Performers are women and female-identifying; audience is open to all. All ages.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Tom Nolan Band performs Rock & Soul. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
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Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
The Secret Agents (retro jazz, pop, and R&B). Free Friday night outdoor concert on the lawn behind Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale. Bring your own chairs or blankets and picnic on the grassy hillside. All ages, no alcohol. Performances run 60–90 minutes.
Free Friday night outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Snacks, food, kids entertainment, and a 50/50 raffle on site.
Free outdoor concert at Alhambra Park. Performer to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Concerts in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
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Free outdoor Musical Storytime with Pasadena Conservatory of Music on the Gamble House lawn. Children's books become vehicles for musical play, led by PCM Young Musicians Department Chair. Bring a blanket and snacks. All ages welcome.
Free annual community summer festival in Historic Filipinotown featuring live music, vendors, food, and family activities. All ages. Free parking available.
Free outdoor summer concert at Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Bring chairs or blankets. Food available on site.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Traditional Irish music on the pier. Lively, danceable, and distinctly un-Californian in the best way.
A full evening tribute to the music of Stevie Wonder at California Plaza. Free outdoor concert in Downtown LA.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movie night at Alhambra Park. Film to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Movies in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor Saturday night concert at Central Park. Food trucks from 5 PM, concert at 7 PM. Bring blankets and picnic.
Free outdoor movie screening at dusk. Events begin at 6 PM; movie starts at dusk. No pets, BBQs, alcohol, or vaping.
Free outdoor movie night on the City Hall front lawn.
Annual 5K run along the iconic Venice Beach boardwalk.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
A Los Angeles classic hard rock cover band bringing iconic hits from every era with powerful vocals and electrifying guitar solos.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor Encanto sing-along screening at Johnny Carson Park. Bring the whole family and sing along to every song. Part of Burbank's Starlight On Tour series. Bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Free outdoor summer concert at Calabasas Lake Greenbelt. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor summer concert and movie series at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. Band: Neon Nation. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor concert at Verdugo Park's north end in Glendale. Bring folding chairs or blankets and a picnic. Food truck on site.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Free outdoor Wednesday concert series at Signal Hill Park.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Free indoor stand-up comedy showcase at HAHA Comedy Club in North Hollywood. Ages 18+ only.
Funk Station (Funk)
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
A tribute to the Prince of Soul — smooth, romantic, and perfect for a summer evening.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: Groovis Maximus. Movie: Lilo & Stitch. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free Thursday evening concert featuring No Duh, a No Doubt tribute band, at Vin Scully Centennial Park. Family activities and food vendors from 6 PM. Music 7-8:30 PM.
Free outdoor summer concert at the Skirball Cultural Center hillside courtyard. No reservations required — first come, first served. Doors open 6 PM. Bring blankets and low chairs.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Joyce Partise performs Brazilian Bossa Nova. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Kick off your weekend on the Gamble House lawn. Enjoy live outdoor music, first-floor access to this iconic 1908 Craftsman landmark with docents in each room, and wine tastings available from local wineries. Bring a blanket and picnic. Free parking on Westmoreland Place.
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Free evening swim at Annenberg Community Beach House's pool overlooking the Pacific. Part of the summer Sunset Swims series. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Bella Brown & the Jealous Lovers (retro soul/funk). Free Friday night outdoor concert on the lawn behind Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale. Bring your own chairs or blankets and picnic on the grassy hillside. All ages, no alcohol. Performances run 60–90 minutes.
Free Friday night outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Snacks, food, kids entertainment, and a 50/50 raffle on site.
Free outdoor concert at Alhambra Park. Performer to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Concerts in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
The reboot of the classic creature thriller. For fans of big-screen thrills on the sand.
Free outdoor summer concert at Ken Dyda Civic Center with ocean views. Food trucks and amenities on site.
Free outdoor summer concert at Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Bring chairs or blankets. Food available on site.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Post-punk energy on the Redondo Pier. Something different.
KCRW Summer Nights comes to Grand Performances at California Plaza. Free outdoor concert in Downtown LA.
Free outdoor concert at the Getty Center with panoramic views of Los Angeles. Horse Lords (experimental rock) performs at 7:30 PM with DJ sets from 6 PM. Advance reservation required at getty.edu — free to reserve. Free parking after 6 PM. Part of the Off the 405 summer music series.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movie night at Alhambra Park. Film to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Movies in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor Saturday night concert at Central Park. Food trucks from 5 PM, concert at 7 PM. Bring blankets and picnic.
Free outdoor summer concert series at Berniece Bennett Park. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free indoor chamber music concert featuring the Camilli Trio. Optional donation welcome. Free RSVP requested. All ages.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor summer concert series at Plummer Park in West Hollywood. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concert at Library Park. Food trucks from 4 PM, concert at 4:30 PM. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
An Elton John tribute endorsed by Elton himself — expect Rocket Man, Benny and the Jets, and Goodbye Yellow Brick Road with flamboyant costumes and a full backing band.
Free outdoor queer surf art event at Annenberg Community Beach House. Celebrating LGBTQ+ surf culture and community art. All are welcome.
Free live jazz every Sunday evening in Playhouse Village Park. Pick up dinner from a nearby restaurant, spread out a blanket, and enjoy live music under the open sky. First come, first serve lawn seating. Parking on-site with 48 spaces.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor concert from the Long Beach Municipal Band's 117th season "Picnics and Pops." Genres rotate weekly — jazz, pop, patriotic, movie soundtracks, and classic rock. Bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic dinner.
Free Wednesday night outdoor concert and night market at West Covina City Hall Civic Center. DJ at 6 PM, band at 7 PM. Food vendors, beer garden (21+), shopping, and community booths. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor concert at Verdugo Park's north end in Glendale. Bring folding chairs or blankets and a picnic. Food truck on site.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Free outdoor Wednesday concert series at Signal Hill Park.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Upstream (Reggae)
Free community picnic on the beach lawn at Annenberg Community Beach House. Open to all. Bring a blanket and enjoy the sunset over the Pacific.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Grateful Dead tribute — bring your tie-dye and settle in for the long set.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free Thursday night outdoor concert followed by a movie at dusk at Arcadia City Hall West Lawn. Concert: Random 1s. Movie: Cars. Kids Fun Zone with games, crafts, and activities. Food and drinks available for purchase.
Free Thursday evening concert featuring Electric Vinyl performing classic rock covers at Portola Park. Children's Museum open 6-7 PM. Music 7-8:30 PM.
Free outdoor summer concert at the Skirball Cultural Center hillside courtyard. No reservations required — first come, first served. Doors open 6 PM. Bring blankets and low chairs.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Woodie and the Longboards performs a Beach Boys Tribute. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Willow Stephens & The Robbery (pop, soul, and R&B). Free Friday night outdoor concert on the lawn behind Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale. Bring your own chairs or blankets and picnic on the grassy hillside. All ages, no alcohol. Performances run 60–90 minutes.
Free Friday night outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Snacks, food, kids entertainment, and a 50/50 raffle on site.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
The follow-up to the beloved animated hit. Bring the kids.
Free outdoor summer concert at Wilson Park Amphitheatre. Bring chairs or blankets. Food available on site.
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
Indie pop with an LA sensibility. Fresh and easy on a Saturday night.
Sly5thAve leads a tribute to the music of Roy Ayers featuring special guest Kassa Overall, plus Linafornia celebrates J Dilla’s Donuts. Free outdoor concert at California Plaza.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movie night at Alhambra Park. Film to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Movies in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor Saturday night concert at Central Park. Food trucks from 5 PM, concert at 7 PM. Bring blankets and picnic.
Free outdoor summer party series hosted at cultural venues across LA featuring KCRW DJs and live music. All ages.
Free weekly outdoor music festival at Point Fermin Park in San Pedro. Multiple live bands, community vendors, ocean views. No tickets required — just show up.
Free outdoor summer concert at Library Park. Food trucks from 4 PM, concert at 4:30 PM. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
A Jimmy Buffett tribute bringing Margaritaville's tropical island rock vibes, beach-party energy, and classic crowd-singing favorites.
Free outdoor concerts at Memorial Park’s historic 1930 Art Deco band shell. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Seating begins at 5 PM, music at 6 PM. August 2 features Suavé the Band.
Free drop-in monthly open mic at the Pilipino Workers Center in Historic Filipinotown. No ticket required. Performer sign-ups at 4:45 PM. All welcome.
Free outdoor summer concert at Chumash Park in Agoura Hills. Suggested $2 donation. Performer TBA.
Free outdoor summer concert at Calabasas Lake Greenbelt. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor summer concert and movie series at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor concert at Montebello City Park. Food trucks, vendors, and community booths on site. Free shuttle available from Montebello City Hall — parking very limited around the park.
Two small-town pals lost in a bustling Mediterranean port city — Shakespeare's comedic masterpiece with a rocking original score. Free outdoor theater under the stars in Griffith Park. Bring a blanket and arrive early for the pre-show festivities.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park — National Night Out. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
Dreamboats (50's & 60's)
Free admission to The Huntington's world-class botanical gardens, art collections, and library exhibitions. Advance reservation required — tickets release the last Thursday of the prior month at 9 AM and go fast. Limit 5 tickets per household per year. Book at huntington.org/plan-your-visit/free-day
Free live music at the end of Redondo Pier, right on the water at Fisherman's Wharf. Bring your own chairs. All concerts 6–8 PM, weather permitting.
A B-52s tribute — Rock Lobster on the pier. Enough said.
Free weekly outdoor concert series at The Point shopping and dining center. No tickets or registration required. Wednesdays in July and August.
Free outdoor concert series with night market at Neff Park. Bring chairs and blankets. Food vendors on site.
Free Thursday evening concert featuring Past Action Heroes performing 80s and 90s cover hits at Vin Scully Centennial Park. Family activities and food vendors from 6 PM. Music 7-8:30 PM.
Free outdoor summer concert at the Skirball Cultural Center hillside courtyard. No reservations required — first come, first served. Doors open 6 PM. Bring blankets and low chairs.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.
Free Thursday evening concert at Beverly Canon Gardens in the heart of Beverly Hills. Groovis Maximus performs Funk, R&B & Jazz. Bring a blanket or low chair. No reservation required — just show up. Part of the Concerts on Canon summer series.
Free drop-in beachside pop-up library at Annenberg Community Beach House. Check out books without a library card, play outdoor games, and enjoy Seaside Storytime. No registration required. All ages. Southern California's only beachside pop-up library.
Free evening swim at Annenberg Community Beach House's pool overlooking the Pacific. Part of the summer Sunset Swims series. All ages welcome.
Free outdoor summer concert in the grove at Del Valle Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs.
Raffi Joe Wartanian & the Sér Ensemble (Armenian folk/Appalachian bluegrass). Free Friday night outdoor concert on the lawn behind Brand Library and Art Center in Glendale. Bring your own chairs or blankets and picnic on the grassy hillside. All ages, no alcohol. Performances run 60–90 minutes.
Free Friday night outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Snacks, food, kids entertainment, and a 50/50 raffle on site.
Free outdoor concert at Alhambra Park. Performer to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Concerts in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor summer concert at Westlake Village City Hall Courtyard.
Free outdoor movies on the sand at Dockweiler Beach, right by the waves and under the stars. Bring a blanket or low-back beach chair. No tickets required — just show up. $3 parking after 6 PM.
Disney's love letter to New Orleans, featuring jazz, magic, and a classic fairy tale.
Kick off your weekend on the Gamble House lawn. Enjoy live outdoor music, first-floor access to this iconic 1908 Craftsman landmark with docents in each room, and wine tastings available from local wineries. Bring a blanket and picnic. Free parking on Westmoreland Place.
An evening of traditional music and performance art featuring Pamyua (Alaska Native) and Insun Park & Generals. Free outdoor performance at California Plaza in Downtown LA.
Free outdoor concert at California Plaza in Downtown LA, next to MOCA, The Broad, and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Grand Performances is LA's longest-running free outdoor concert series.
Free outdoor movie night at Alhambra Park. Film to be announced. Part of the City of Alhambra Movies in the Park summer series.
Free outdoor Saturday night concert at Central Park. Food trucks from 5 PM, concert at 7 PM. Bring blankets and picnic.
Free outdoor street festival featuring Kelly Boys Band (pop country/line dancing) and Dean Kalogris Band (country). Part of Pico Rivera's Summer Street Fest series on Mines Avenue.
Free outdoor movie screening at dusk. Events begin at 6 PM; movie starts at dusk. No pets, BBQs, alcohol, or vaping.
Free outdoor summer concert at Library Park. Food trucks from 4 PM, concert at 4:30 PM. Bring chairs or blankets.
Free outdoor summer concerts at Polliwog Park amphitheater in Manhattan Beach. Bring blankets and lawn chairs — seating is first come, first served. No pets, barbecues, or wheeled vehicles in the concert area.
Southern California country-rock with modern country hits, classic rock energy, line dancing, and high crowd interaction.
Free outdoor summer concert at Nora Ross Bandshell, Warner Park. Bring chairs or blankets. Valley Cultural Foundation series.
Free outdoor movie night at North Hollywood Recreation Center. Valley Cultural Foundation NoHo Summer Nights series.
Free outdoor Wednesday night concert at Temple City Park. Series in its 26th year. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Food and drinks available for purchase on site.
The Answer (Classic Rock)
Drop-in outdoor crafts and games at the Sand & Sea Room at Annenberg Community Beach House. All ages welcome. No registration required.
Free outdoor sunset picnic at Annenberg Community Beach House on the Santa Monica waterfront. Bring a blanket and enjoy the evening on the beach lawn.
Free weekly outdoor summer music series at the Original Farmers Market plaza at Third & Fairfax. Genres include jazz, Motown, and salsa. No ticket required.