August has arrived and so has a weekend full of exciting events. Soak up all that summer has to offer locally! From Brew at the Zoo to the Ventura County Fair and more, there is plenty of fun August 2 through August 4.
Los Angeles Weekend Events | August 2 – August 4
Brew at The Zoo
When: August 3
Where: L.A. Zoo
What: Experience the L.A. Zoo like never before at its annual beer bash! From 6:30 to 10 pm, enjoy 35 craft brews, live bands, DJ sets, and pub-style grub. Wander through exhibits, savor a cinnamon churro, and encounter animals up close. This 21+ event promises a night of fun amidst snoozing lions and cackling monkeys.
Bullocks Wilshire Open House
When: August 4
Where: Koreatown
What: Some of L.A.’s most beautiful buildings, like Bullocks Wilshire, are usually hidden behind gates, hedges, or restricted access. This former Art Deco department store, now part of Southwestern Law School, is generally closed to the public. However, for one weekend each year, the school opens this historic building for public tours.
Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks
When: August 2 – August 3
Where: Hollywood Bowl
What: Otto Tausk leads the annual tradition with the LA Phil, the USC Trojan Marching Band, and the Bowl’s renowned pyrotechnic display, featuring the iconic “1812 Overture.”
Westside and Beach Communities Weekend Events | August 2 – August 4
U.S. Open of Surfing
When: August 3 – August 11
Where: Huntington Beach
What: America’s largest pro surfing competition draws the world’s top surfers competing for big prizes and impressing thousands with their skill and innovative boards. The event features live bands, a sports expo, and after-parties with friendly locals, making it a must-see spectacle.
Garden Concerts for Kids
When: August 3 – August 18
Where: The Getty
What: Enjoy kid-friendly performances in the Getty’s stunning Central Garden during this summertime concert series. Picnic blankets are welcome, but lawn chairs are not permitted.
OC Fair
When: Until August 18
Where: Costa Mesa
What: Combine fried food, carnival attractions, and the occasional rodeo or demolition derby, and you get the OC Fair. What began as a quaint event in 1889 has evolved into a nearly month-long festival.
San Fernando Valley Weekend Events | August 2 – August 4
Movies on the Roof
When: Until August 31
Where: Sherman Oaks
What: Grab a seat on the rooftop of Westfield Fashion Square’s parking garage for this outdoor film series. Every Friday and Saturday throughout the summer, enjoy a variety of classic movies like Top Gun, La La Land, The Sandlot, Clueless, and more.
Ceramics of Glendale – Vintage Ceramics Exhibit
When: August 4
Where: 12265 Ventura Blvd
What: Join the community at the Doctors House for the opening of the new exhibit, “Ceramics of Glendale.” Visitors can unleash their creativity at the playdough sculpture station, capture memories at the photobooth, and enjoy delicious treats. Tours will be available with a suggested donation of $10 per person, and children 12 and under can attend for free.
Right Plant, Right Place with Kat Ospina
When: August 2
Where: Theodore Payne Foundation | 10459 Tuxford Street
What: Understanding native habitats can help you choose the right plants for your garden. This course covers local plant communities, their growing conditions, and resources to evaluate your garden’s climate, soil, sunlight, and space. This is a valuable class for beginners!
Conejo Valley Weekend Events | August 2 – August 4
Movies in the Park
When: Until September 14
Where: 4550 Tierra Rejada Rd, Moorpark
What: The City of Moorpark presents Movies in the Park at Arroyo Vista Community Park, 4550 Tierra Rejada Road. Movies start at dusk, with gates opening an hour earlier. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the show. Vendors will be available, or you can bring your own snacks. No animals allowed, except service animals.
Ventura County Fair
When: July 31 – August 11
Where: Ventura County Fairgrounds | 10 West Harbor Boulevard
What: Get ready for a fun-filled day at the fair with arts and crafts, delicious food, exciting exhibits, live demonstrations, adorable farm animals, a petting zoo, thrilling carnival rides, games, and non-stop entertainment!
Dallas Cowboys Training Camp
When: Until August 21
Where: River Ridge Fields | 2501 Ventura Road, Oxnard
What: The 2024 Dallas Cowboys Training Camp, presented by American Airlines, invites fans to attend practice sessions in Oxnard from July 25th through August 21st. All practice sessions open to the public will be held at the River Ridge Playing Fields, adjacent to the Residence Inn at River Ridge, located at 2501 West Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard. Fans can watch the Cowboys in action starting with the first workout on Thursday, July 25th, through the final open practice on Wednesday, August 21st.