Weekend Events | June 9 – June 11

The weekend has arrived, and so has our weekly round-up of fun! Check out what’s happening locally from June 9 through June 11 in your neighborhood. Read on below for this week’s top events from around town.

Los Angeles Weekend Events | June 9 – June 11 

LA Pride

When: June 11 

Where: Various locations

What: L.A. Pride, a renowned pride event, draws large crowds to its festive atmosphere, featuring a parade in Hollywood and a music festival near Chinatown, with vibrant performances by divas, drag queens, and DJs. The event’s recent relocation has expanded its reach and continues to offer a lively celebration of diversity and LGBTQ+ pride.

Wayfinding

When: Until September 10

Where: Miracle Mile

What: The third biennial, focused on how artists are expanding the limits of clay art, is presented by L.A.’s unique public exhibition space dedicated to contemporary craft and community-oriented folk art. The exhibition showcases the work of 14 artists who innovatively connect the intrinsic qualities of clay to elements of land and water.

Melrose Rooftop Theatre

When: Until June 30 

Where: E.P. & L.P.

What: E.P. & L.P., a trendy restaurant and rooftop bar in West Hollywood, offers more than just modern American cuisine and artisanal cocktails. The venue also accommodates the Melrose Rooftop Theatre, an outdoor film series that operates for most of the year. These screenings take place on the rooftop area connected to its al fresco bar, L.P.

 

Westside & Beach Communities Weekend Events | June 9 – June 11 

Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems: In Dialogue

When: Until July 9

Where: The Getty Center | Westside 

What: This traveling photography exhibit showcases four decades of creative collaboration between Dawoud Bey and Carrie Mae Weems. Having first crossed paths in Harlem during the 1970s, the duo has maintained a strong friendship while exploring common themes of race, power, and representation in their work, centered around the Black community.

Off the 405

When: Until August 26 

Where: Westside

What: Experience stunning hilltop sunsets and live music at the Getty’s free Saturday shows, starting with SPELLING. Arrive after 3 pm for lower parking fees, early exhibit visits, and beating the dinner rush!

Outdoor Movies at the Skirball

When: June 9 – July 7 

Where: The Getty Center | Westside 

What: Enjoy open-air movie screenings in the courtyard of the Skirball Cultural Center, featuring a showing of “Roman Holiday” on Friday, which complements the museum’s exhibition on the Hollywood Red Scare and the Blacklist era. Immerse yourself in the magic of cinema while exploring the historical context of this captivating period in Hollywood history.

San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | June 9 – June 11 

Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo

When: June 10

Where: Woodland Hills

What: The 2023 Golden Future 50+ Expo –San Fernando Valley Edition is taking place on Saturday, June 10th, from 9 am – 1:30 pm at the Hilton Woodland Hills Hotel (located at 6360 Canoga Avenue, Woodland Hills, CA 91367). It will display the most exciting and comprehensive range of products and services related to aging, retirement, and improved lifestyle.

Ali Wong

When: Until June 16

Where: Thousand Oaks

What: Experience the verbal fury and fearless humor of Ali Wong, known for her breakout 2016 Netflix special ‘Baby Cobra’, in this upcoming comedy show!

Grand Views: The Immersive World of Panoramas

When: Glendale

Where: Until September 10 

What: Experience the enchanting union of L.A.’s unique Velaslavasay Panorama and Glendale’s Forest Lawn Museum as they present an exhibition of striking large-scale paintings. This immersive display is categorized into three sections: the early history of panoramas, crucifixion panoramas, and panoramas representing Hollywood and Los Angeles.

 

Conejo Valley Weekend Events | June 9 – June 11

Thousand Oaks Pop-Up Arts & Music Fest – Oakbrook Park

When: June 9 

Where: Thousand Oaks

What: The festival this year will feature ten free events over five weekends from June 2- July 1, 2023. In partnership with local arts organizations, the festival will include local and regional artistic talent, in addition to nationally recognized performing artists. Events are free and open to all.

Summerfest BBQ at The Commons at Calabasas

When: June 10 

Where: The Commons at Calabasas

What: The Commons at Calabasas kicks off its silver anniversary celebration with a Summerfest BBQ on Saturday. Community members are invited to enjoy a live performance by country music artist Sophia Dion and savory bites. The ticketed event will include a beer and wine garden for adults and face painting, balloon artists, photo moments, a fire truck, and more!

Cancer Support Community Hope Walk

When: June 10 

Where: 60 W Olsen Rd, Thousand Oaks

What: The 5K Hope Walk is a family-friendly community event that promotes awareness and education about cancer while raising critical funds in support of CSCVVSB’s mission to ensure that all people are impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by the community. Music, a booth, food trucks, and kids’ activity tables will also be on-site.