This weekend in Santa Clarita, CA

Cheer on the SCMAF Sharks at their biggest summer swim meet. Doors open at 7am, and the organizers say the start time is still to be determined. This is a team-focused meet where every swimmer helps the team earn points, with a strong chance to place among the top teams again. Transportation support is available through coordinated carpools if needed.

Coffee N Cars is a free car show at Western Bagel featuring all kinds of vehicles, including antiques, classics, exotics, sport cars, hot rods and street rods, imports, mini and micro cars, muscle cars, trucks, and tuner cars. It’s a great chance for both car enthusiasts and spectators to see a wide variety of cars in one morning.

A free gathering that offers relaxed time to focus on a personal project. Continue something already in progress and move it forward, or use the opportunity to start a new one. It is dedicated time to get things done in a friendly setting alongside others working on their own projects.

Sit and Stitch is a laid-back morning for adults and seniors to work on any portable stitching project while relaxing with other crafters. Bring your own supplies, and you’re welcome to create blankets to donate to Project Linus, which provides comfort and warmth for children who are seriously ill, traumatized, or otherwise in need.

Join us for the weekly Saturday Storytime with friendly booksellers. Expect great stories plus activities and treats each week.

Bring your kids to the Children’s Department for Saturday Storytime. It’s a fun way to get young readers excited about books and the joy of reading. Storytime is aimed at kids ages 3 and up, and everyone is welcome to join.

Meet adoptable dogs at Petco, where friendly pups are hoping to find loving families. Walk-ins are welcome, and it is also possible to make an appointment to meet a specific dog so that pup is held for you during the event. Every dog goes home with medical records and has already received vaccinations, deworming, flea and tick treatment, a microchip, and spay or neuter surgery. Adoption fees vary by dog and start at $250, treated as a partially tax-deductible donation that helps a charity care for more than 500 dogs. For questions, call or text 888.508.8943.

Drop in to say hello and pick up a discount coupon to use on your next purchase.

This annual Los Angeles walk for child rights brings people together around the belief that meaningful change happens when people commit to making it real. Taking place at West Creek Park, it shines a light on CRY America’s work to help children learn, stay healthy, and be safeguarded from child labor, early marriage, and abuse. Registration is $20 and includes one T-shirt. Children 6 and under can participate for free with registration, and T-shirts are provided only with paid adult registrations. For questions, email losangeles@cryamerica.org. Volunteer opportunities are available; to learn more, contact renuka.ramachandran@cryamerica.org.

Join Total Wine & More for Wine and Cheese: A Guide To Perfect Pairings, where they’ll walk you through how different wines and cheeses complement each other. It’s a friendly session focused on finding great pairings, with examples of cheeses that work especially well with different wines. Cost is $20.00.

Celebrating 45 years of the Atimonan Circle of Southern California, this gala offers a chance to honor the organization’s history and look ahead to a bright future. Guests can enjoy a festive evening with dinner and dancing. The celebration takes place at Almansor Court, Lakeview Room. Attire is formal or cocktail. Tickets are $75. Payments are accepted by check payable to Atimonan Circle of Southern California or via Zelle at jaimee.acsc@aol.com under the account name Atimonan Circle of Southern California. For information, contact Melinda Sarne at (323) 527-7774, Rutchie Parco at (818) 929-8022, Lolit Estrada at (213) 483-7554, or Amie Ursabia at (213) 324-2600.

[ { "description": "Starlight Bowl’s 2026 Back Under The Stars season brings live music to Burbank in an outdoor hillside amphitheater setting. The evening features The Fab Four, the Ultimate Tribute, an Emmy Award winning act celebrated for meticulous, note for note renditions of Beatles favorites. Audiences can look forward to classics like “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude.” The show includes three distinct

Enjoy a high-energy Beatles tribute with The Fab Four. This Emmy Award-winning group performs note-for-note favorites, bringing songs like “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” and “Hey Jude” to life with detailed costumes and authentic stage performances. Come ready for a great night of classic Beatles music at Starlight Bowl.

Santa Clarita’s summer concert series, presented by Logix Federal Credit Union, brings free live music to Central Park with a blend of returning favorites and fresh performers that will have audiences singing and dancing under the evening sky. Bring chairs and blankets for comfortable seating, and please refrain from reserving space with tape, stakes, ropes, or other markers so everyone can enjoy the lawn. You are welcome to bring your own snacks, and on-site food trucks will be available. Performances take place on Fields 7 and 8 near the dog park, with parking open in all designated areas. The band lineup will be announced soon.

Get ready for a fun, step-by-step painting experience for ages 15 and up. You will create your own custom long-lasting, all-natural scented soy candle and then paint on a 16x20 canvas while you relax and get creative with friends or meet new people. No prior art experience is needed, and all supplies and instructions are provided. If you want to make the candle, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early, and arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for check-in and to get settled.

Catch an elevated stand-up comedy show featuring comics who have appeared on major TV networks like HBO, Netflix, Comedy Central, and late night shows. Doors open 30 minutes before the performance, and there is a no-drink minimum. The venue is set up as “The Main Room,” with free parking available in the lot and a location right at the 26th Street/Bergamot Station Metro stop.

Catch Queen Serene live at Permanent Records Roadhouse in Los Angeles. Doors open in the evening, with the show starting at 9:00 PM. The event is categorized as dream pop, shoegaze, and garage rock.

Bring your ride to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library Cars & Coffee car show. The event welcomes a wide range of vehicles including classics, antiques, exotics, sport cars, hot rods and street rods, imports, muscle cars, trucks, and tuner cars. Entry is free, and spectators and participants are welcome.

Spend the season discovering shops, enjoying meals, and having fun at Valencia Town Center with The Great Summer Dash. Sign up at no cost, tackle engaging challenges, and earn points along the way. Visiting new stores, dining at your favorite spots, attending activities, and sharing your experiences all bring you closer to rewards. Expect weekly prize giveaways and bonus rewards, with a grand prize package at the end of the campaign. New challenges and winners are announced each week, so there is always another way to play and earn.

Adorable rescue dogs will be at Petco for an adoption event, offering a welcoming chance to meet affectionate pups hoping for loving homes. Drop-ins are welcome, and appointments can also be arranged in advance to meet a specific dog so the right match is ready for you. Each adopted dog comes with health records and has received thorough veterinary care, including vaccinations, deworming, flea and tick prevention, a microchip, and spay or neuter surgery. Adoption fees vary by dog and start at $250, and they are considered a partially tax-deductible donation that helps support care for over 500 dogs. For questions or details, call or text 888.508.8943.

Pardon My French! Brunch at LouLou Santa Monica adds a spirited twist to the classic brunch experience. Named by Tasting Table magazine among the 14 Best Buffet Brunches in the USA, it offers an anything-but-ordinary way to enjoy mid-day dining.

Bring your instrument (or just come listen) to an outdoor, all-ages bluegrass jam at George Izay Park. It’s a friendly meetup near the Joslyn Adult Center, happening on a regular Sunday schedule, and players of all skill levels are welcome. Parking is available nearby, and the jam is scheduled for the afternoon window listed for this date. Check in at the green checkmark when you arrive.

Shop for curated local handmade goods, art, and vintage finds at the Makers Hive Market, a free, family-friendly pop-up vendor market at Santa Monica Place. You can browse from 35+ local makers and small businesses, enjoy live music throughout the day, and bring your pet along. The event is held in the Center Plaza area.

Enjoy a calming, creative coloring session for kids and adults together. This family-friendly program focuses on mindfulness and self-expression while you color and unwind in a relaxing community setting. All supplies are provided, and the event takes place in the Community Room.

Bring the family for Color, Craft, or More at Oak Park Library. There will be a crafting session from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, followed by coloring from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All are welcome, and it is free to attend.

An outdoor sunset dance social with ocean views brings together RnB Zouk Flow, Bachata Sensual, and West Coast Swing in Santa Monica, presented by Zouk LA, established in 2013 by Orlan Mat. Expect smooth remix beats and a balanced music rotation with BachaZouk at 50 percent and RnB Zouk and WCS at 50 percent. Free parking is available. A multi style lesson opens the event, focusing on RnB Zouk Flow fusion that connects with Bachata Sensual and WCS, and it includes an optional introduction to the International Zouk Day annual choreography. As the sun sets, the social continues with RnB Zouk Flow, Bachata Sensual, and WCS, guided by DJ Cal Z. A raffle adds extra excitement, offering a chance to win a Full Pass to a Memorial Day weekend dance congress with workshops, social dancing, and a live concert linked to the LA World Salsa Festival to be announced, featuring Orlan Mat and BachaZouk Workshop, who have taught in over 60 worldwide major SBKZ dance congresses and on dance cruises.

Players of all experience levels are welcome at this weekly One Piece TCG gathering built around a Constructed tournament and a friendly, competitive community. The entry fee is $10 and includes a tournament pack while supplies last. Prizes are based on 75 percent of entries paid out as store credit, with an additional promo pack for the winner. Registration is handled through Bandai+, and participants are encouraged to contact the store if they expect to arrive late. There are also casual play and trading opportunities with no entry fee.

A high energy singalong unfolds after the Venice Electric Light Parade reaches the pier. The procession travels from Venice to California Roadhouse on the Santa Monica Pier, where the celebration continues with live rock band karaoke. The kickoff has been postponed, and the venue is preparing for its opening on the pier so the post parade party can begin once the parade concludes.

Faouzia is performing an evening show at the Fonda Theatre in Los Angeles. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the performance starting at 8:00 PM.