| | | | | We Love LA: Kamasi Washington, "Rocky Horror" 50th Anniversary and Rams vs. 49ers | From cultural events to superstar concerts, exciting nightlife and world-class sports, Discover LA is your go-to source for the latest and greatest in LA. Find more events and nearby hotels at DiscoverLA.com and we'll see you soon! | | |
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| | | | | Arts & Culture | Los Angeles is home to a world-class collection of museums and cultural attractions. Best of all, LA museums are hosting special events all summer long! From afterhours exhibits to concerts and movie screenings, read our guide to summer museum events in LA. Kamasi Washington - Blue Note (Sep. 30 - Oct. 5 & Oct. 7-12) Acclaimed jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington begins a 12-night engagement at Blue Note Los Angeles on Tuesday, September 30. There will be two performances, at 7pm and 9:30pm, every night throughout the run, which lasts through Sunday, October 12. | | | | | | | Concerts | Fight off that live music FOMO with a show-centric trip to one of the world’s great music capitals! Whether it's historic venues like The Greek and The Ford; or cozier venues like the Moroccan Lounge and Catalina Jazz Club, there's a concert for every genre on any night in LA. Erykah Badu - Hollywood Bowl (Oct. 3) Erykah Badu brings The Return of Automatic Slim tour to Los Angeles on October 3. Catch her at the Hollywood Bowl for this Friday night show with special guest Westside Gunn. Gates open at 6:30pm for the 8pm show. | | | | | | | Family | Whether you’re looking for educational activities, entertainment, or just want to enjoy the great outdoors, LA has it all - and it’s at your fingertips all year long. Here’s a look at top family-friendly and super fun things to do in the City of Angels. Carved - Descanso Gardens (Oct. 3-30) Every October, Descanso Gardens invites the whole family to enjoy Carved, featuring hundreds of carved pumpkins lining the Camellia Forest and Oak Grove. The Descanso Railroad will be specially lit for Carved, and new ghosts will join the family of wood spirits carved from five enormous logs by Chainsaw Jenna. Be amazed by luminous jack-o’-lanterns, hand-carved giant pumpkins and “Rhizome” installation by Tom and Lien Dekyvere. | | |
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| | | | | Nightlife | "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" 50th Anniversary - Hollywood Forever (Oct. 4) Cinespia celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a special Hollywood Forever screening of the ultimate cult classic on Saturday, October 4. The event will include a shadow cast, special guests, a DJ and a Time Warp dance contest. Gates open at 5:30pm and the event gets going at 7:15pm. | | | | | | | Sports | LA Rams vs. SF 49ers - SoFi Stadium (Oct. 2) The cross-state NFL rivalry continues on October 2, when the Los Angeles Rams take on the San Francisco 49ers at SoFi Stadium. Don’t miss out on the excitement of this Thursday Night Football matchup! Kickoff is at 5:15pm. "Whose House? Rams House!" Whether you're a newbie or a lifelong fan, we have you covered with our Ultimate Guide to LA Rams Game Day. LA Kings vs. Anaheim Ducks - Crypto.com Arena (Oct. 4) The NHL preseason begins on Saturday, October 4, when the LA Kings face off against the Anaheim Ducks at Crypto.com Arena. Plan to spend your afternoon in Downtown LA, as this is an early game with a 3pm start time. LAFC vs. Atlanta United FC - BMO Stadium (Oct. 5) LAFC is back at home on Sunday, October 5, when they play Atlanta United FC at BMO Stadium. The match starts at 6pm. | | | | | | | Theatre | From local independent venues to Broadway blockbusters, there is no better city in the country to experience live theatre than Los Angeles. For a roundup of current and upcoming productions, visit the Discover LA Theatre page. "Jaja’s African Hair Braiding" - Mark Taper Forum (Oct. 1 - Nov. 9) Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, the Tony Award-winning comedy set in a Harlem salon, comes to Los Angeles for a month-long run at Mark Taper Forum. Written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, the play opens at 7:30pm on Wednesday, October 1. Evening and matinee performances will continue through November 9. | | | | | | | Best of LA This Weekend | | Looking for something to do THIS weekend? The 30th Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival, West Side Story at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, and The Who at the Hollywood Bowl are just a few of the events happening in LA from September 19-21. | | |
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