Get ready for a weekend full of fun! Check out our round-up of the top events happening locally from August 11 through August 13 in your neighborhood!
Los Angeles Weekend Events | August 11 – August 13
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome
When: Until October 8
Where: Mount Wilson Observatory
What: Experience classical and jazz music in a dome situated over a mile above Los Angeles at this unique mountaintop concert series. This summer, the Mount Wilson Observatory is presenting monthly musical events within the dome of its famed 100-inch Hooker telescope — a marvel that stood as the world’s largest telescope for a significant portion of the 20th century.
I Can See You (Taylor’s Version) at GRAMMY Museum
When: Until Sept 18
Where: The GRAMMY Museum
What: Capitalizing on the hype of the “Eras Tour”, the GRAMMY Museum is showcasing authentic Taylor Swift artifacts. Until September 18, visitors can view 11 outfits and two instruments from Swift’s “I Can See You (Taylor’s Version) (From the Vault)” video. The exhibit, including items from the Speak Now era sans the Joey King and Taylor Lautner heist, is housed in the fourth-floor theater gallery and is accessible with standard museum entry.
LA Art Book Fair
When: August 10 – August 13
Where: Little Tokyo
What: Returning in-person for the first time since 2019, Printed Matter’s L.A. Art Book Fair at the Geffen Contemporary at MOCA displays a plethora of artists’ books and unique publications from over 300 global presses. Attendees can explore a vast collection ranging from edgy paperbacks to elegant art catalogs. The event also features workshops and music in the plaza.
Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | August 11 – August 13
The Actors’ Gang Free Shakespeare in the Park
When: Until August 27
Where: Palms
What: The Actors’ Gang in Culver City revitalizes Shakespeare each summer with a lively, family-friendly production, often integrating playful themes. This year, “Much Ado About Nothing” transforms into a 45-minute “Winnie the Pooh” influenced play called “Much Ado About Pooh”, featuring A.A. Milne’s beloved characters. Catch the performance every weekend in August at Culver City’s Media Park.
Garden Concerts for Kids
When: Until August 20
Where: The Getty Center
What: Listen to kid-friendly performances during this summertime concert series in the Getty’s beautiful Central Garden. Picnic blankets are welcome, but note that lawn chairs are not.
Blacklist: The Hollywood Red Scare
When: May 4 – September 3
Where: Skirball Cultural Center
What: Today’s claims of censorship may seem dramatic, but years ago, the government truly enforced blacklisting in the entertainment industry due to perceived beliefs. This Skirball exhibit examines the 1947 House Un-American Activities Committee hearings, Hollywood’s response, and the blacklist’s impact, particularly on Jewish creatives and executives
San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | August 11 – August 13
NoHo Summer Nights
When: August 12
Where: North Hollywood
What: Check out this free screening of the Disney hit Encanto at NoHo Summer Nights Festival. This is a FREE, family-friendly event located at the North Hollywood Recreational Center.
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.
Street Food Cinema
When: Until August 26
Where: Glendale
What: Combine dinner and a movie into one delightful package by trailing the food trucks. In the spring, summer, and fall, Street Food Cinema organizes a sequence of alfresco events featuring screenings of popular movies, an array of gourmet food trucks, and live performances from local bands. Some of these outdoor locales are dog-friendly, making it possible for your furry film fan to join the fun.
Conejo Valley Weekend Events | August 11 – August 13
Music Under the Stars
When: August 12
Where: Olivas Adobe Ventura
What: Dine, dance & delight to great performances at Ventura’s most historic party site! Put on your dancing shoes and enjoy nine Saturday nights of summer magi, “dancing with the stars,” on a majestic wooden ballroom floor. Bring your own dinner or purchase it from a gourmet food truck on site.
Ventura County Fair
When: Until August 13
Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds
What: The Ventura County Fair is scheduled for August 2-13, 2023, at the Ventura County Fairgrounds, located at 10 W. Harbor Boulevard in Ventura. The fair offers a variety of attractions, including arts, crafts, food stalls, exhibits, interactive demonstrations, farm animals, a petting zoo, thrilling carnival rides, games, and live entertainment.
Camarillo Old Town Friday Night Cruise Night
When: Until September 22
Where: Old Town Camarillo
What: The Camarillo Old Town Friday Night Cruise is back for 2023 on the 4th Friday of the month from April through September from 4-7 p.m. Drive down Ventura Boulevard with your classic car between 4 pm -7 pm. Try some local takeout by supporting the Camarillo Old Town eateries with their pre-order and/or take-out options.