The last weekend of summer is here and the weather already knows! With L.A. getting into the Fall spirit, there is a bounty of fun to be had. Whether you’re wanting to go full fall fun or hang on to the last days of sunny season, we have you covered! Read our weekend round-up of fun things to do and discover your inner Angeleno!
Friday, September 20
Hello Kitty Friends Around the World Tour
Location: Chinatown LA Plaza Village
Celebrates Hello Kitty’s 45-year anniversary with a multi-room, sensory-rich, brilliant walk-through adventure! From September 20 through October 20 you’ll get to enjoy all things Hello Kitty. The 10,000-square-foot pop-up takes you aboard ‘Hello Kitty Air’ to virtually visit London, Paris, New York, Honolulu, and Tokyo.
Location: E.P. & L.P., Melrose Ave.
E.P. & L.P. along with Melrose Rooftop Theatre will host the 2nd annual Art Women Art Week series from September 15 – 21. The weeklong female-forward series is dedicated to highlighting women in the creative arts with a line-up of talks with female entrepreneurs, actors, producers & screenwriters paired with a curated movie screening.
Food Truck Fridays
Location: Pacific View Mall
The Pacific View Mall hosts gourmet food trucks every 3rd Friday of the month in the parking lot next to Trader Joe’s, along Mills Road. Hours are 5-9pm and event features over 20 food trucks, like Cousins Maine Lobster, The Underground Gourmet Food Truck, The Grilled Cheese Truck, Sweet Arleen’s, Steamy Bun Truck, etc.
Saturday, September 21
Location: Ford Theatres, Los Angeles
Olga Pericet comes to the Ford Theatres for a one-night-only flamenco performance that blends tradition with contemporary vision. Featuring award-winning flamenco dancer Olga Pericet audiences will be dazzled by the art of dance, right under the stars of one of LA’s best amphitheaters. Check for discount tickets before making your purchase.
Location: Various Locations
Over 10 L.A. County Museums Will Be Free For Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day. Participants include the Japanese American National Museum, the GRAMMY Museum, Autry Museum of the American West, USC Pacific Asia Museum, and more.
Ventura County Coastal Cleanup Day
Location: Various Locations
The mission of the Ventura Countywide Coalition for Coastal and Inland Waterways is ‘Promoting clean & healthier beaches, rivers and creeks, throughout Ventura County. Be one of 60,000 people to take part in the upcoming 35th Annual California Coastal Cleanup Day! Volunteers will remove debris from the coast, creeks, rivers, lakes and shorelines all around California protecting wildlife from harm while taking care of our environment.
Sunday, September 22
Roaring Twenties Speak Easy Party
Location: Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round
The Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round will be hosting a Roaring Twenties Speakeasy Party with a Vintage Cirque Sideshow. There will be a talented cast of eccentric performers along with other DJ entertainment and live music by Holy Crow Jazz Band. Other highlights include merry-go-round rides, strolling performers, cirque games, dance exhibitions, and more.
Location: Japan House
Japan House host Movie & Bites a combined screening and culinary event featuring a discussion, a screening of the acclaimed Japanese film “The Flavor of Green Tea Over Rice” (1952) by legendary filmmaker Yasujiro Ozu and bites of salmon ochazuke plus popcorn during the screening.
Malibu Lagoon Field Trips Hosted by Santa Monica Bay Audubon Society
Location: Malibu Lagoon
The Santa Monica Bay Audubon Society (SMBAS) hosts Malibu Lagoon Field Trips the 4th Sunday of every month. Adult Walk starts at 8:30 a.m. for 2-3 hrs. The group meets at the metal-shaded viewing area next to parking lot. SMBAS makes a special effort to make these monthly Malibu Lagoon walks attractive to first-time and beginner birdwatchers. Brings binoculars and cameras. Kids are welcome to attend and take part.