Free events in West Covina, CA

This free, in-person workshop from Outcome School is designed for kids ages 7 to 13 who want to try building a game for the first time. Participants begin with a simple starter project and leave with a playable game they created. The session introduces coding concepts in an approachable way, nurtures imagination, and strengthens logical thinking and problem solving. With guidance from experienced mentors in a supportive setting, kids grow their confidence as they craft something they can proudly share. It offers a friendly introduction to the skills behind careers in technology.

Enjoy a free Friday night at the Echo Park Farmers' Market as part of the Stone Fruit Festival. Expect live music sets from songsbyjovi, londonbootsband, and losrockangels, along with a performance by Lazy River. There will also be seasonal fruit tastings, a DADA Bar pop-up, still-life drawing classes, story times, and Nutrition Navigator activities focused on local agriculture.

Opening night in Leimert Park brings a free celebration of jazz, art, food, and community, with live performances by Lalah Hathaway and Chief Adjuah plus more music. This kickoff launches the Los Angeles Jazz Festival, a 17 day citywide experience founded by Martin Ludlow to honor the music’s legacy, stimulate regional economic activity, and uplift minority and women owned businesses. The festival aims to welcome 250,000 attendees during its run and to stand among the three largest international jazz festivals while becoming the largest Black owned jazz festival ever, all with a core commitment to social justice and environmental responsibility.

Dance DTLA returns to Jerry Moss Plaza in Downtown L.A. for its 22nd summer of free outdoor dance parties. This Afrobeats themed night features a free lesson with instructor Kara KJ Wade, music by TOMI TRIBE, interactive experiences, and dancing from start to finish. Food and drinks are available, creating a lively evening outdoors.

Volunteers assemble weekly grocery boxes for the community, no matter the weather. There is no need to show ID or proof of income, and boxes are available for pickup.

Gay Freebern leads a welcoming exploration of astrology through the lens of archetypes, with this session focusing on Virgo. The class examines each sign’s symbols, qualities, and how its expression unfolds through the houses of the chart. Attend as many sessions as you like, and feel free to bring a sack lunch. There is no fee, and voluntary donations are appreciated. If you provide your birth date, time, and place in advance, a personalized chart wheel can be prepared so you can see where each sign appears in your own life, including prominent placements such as the ascendant, the moon, and the planets. Come ready to discover insights about yourself and the people closest to you through the zodiac’s language of the soul.

The SoCal Etsy Guild Market at The Paseo showcases art created on site along with vendors offering handmade goods. Admission is free, and pets are welcome. It happens on the second Saturday and Sunday of each month, with more to discover throughout the market.

Cal Plaza hosts an evening of movement and music as Pamyua shares Inuit rhythms interlaced with contemporary gospel, R&B, funk, and masked dance. The program begins with Insun Park & Generals, presenting a bold mix of rock, Korean traditional music, and masked dance. Both performances celebrate heritage while stretching creative boundaries, offering fresh perspectives on cultural traditions through sound and motion. Admission is free with RSVP on Eventbrite.

Settle in for an open air screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off as Cinema Under the Stars brings a free movie night to Westwood Village’s Broxton Plaza. Enjoy a lively pre-show scene with family friendly activities, community tabling, giveaways, and special activations from local organizations and brands. Bring blankets and low back lawn chairs, invite friends and family, and pick up favorite movie snacks from nearby Westwood Village businesses. Admission is free, and registration is encouraged to receive updates and reminders. Broxton Plaza is a pedestrian friendly gathering place in the heart of Westwood Village that hosts community events, live entertainment, outdoor dining, and cultural programming throughout the year.

Enjoy free group workouts that pair mat based Pilates with cardio training for a balanced, full body session in a welcoming setting.

Create an imaginary creature at a hands-on family workshop that uses mix and match block printing to layer dreamy imagery inspired by Odilon Redon. Personalize your artwork with color, or convert it into a playful handheld fan. All materials are provided. Family programs are free and do not require tickets, but the Center uses timed entry reservations, and parking has a fee. Make it a picnic by bringing a blanket or towel and your own food. To protect the grounds and collections, please leave folding chairs, glass containers, metal cutlery, and alcohol at home.

LA Jazz Festival brings its Jazz in the Park series to Lafayette Park for a free outdoor concert experience. As part of a 24-show program in parks across the Los Angeles region, it showcases top-tier sounds spanning jazz, soul, hip hop, and more in a welcoming community setting. Bring a blanket and relax in the open air while enjoying live music. Admission is free with RSVP, and confirmed reservations are required for entry. Artist lineup will be announced.

LA Jazz Festival brings its Jazz in the Park series to Penmar Park with a performance by the African Rhythms Alumni Quintet. This concert is part of a free, 24-show program that brings top-tier music to parks across the Los Angeles area, spanning jazz, soul, hip hop, and more. Expect a relaxed outdoor setting where you can spread a blanket, gather with friends and family, and enjoy live music in the open air. Admission is free with an RSVP, and a confirmation is required for entry.

Altadena Music Center presents a monthly free open mic in a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere. All ages are welcome, whether you would like to take the mic or simply listen. Quazar hosts the evening, and sign ups are available for anyone ready to share a song, poem, story, or other creative piece. Performers and audience members alike can expect a supportive space for expression.

The Pomona Concert Band brings its 79th Annual Summer Concert Series to the Palomares Park Community Center, presented with support from the City of Pomona. This program, Conductor Favorites, is led by Artistic Director and Conductor Linda W. Taylor with columnist David Allen serving as master of ceremonies. The performance showcases music Taylor has treasured across her many years with the ensemble, including Toccata for Band, On a Hymnsong of Philip Bliss, Sousa’s Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, Days of Wine and Roses, and Marching Down Broadway. The band features musicians from Pomona and more than twenty neighboring communities and traces its origins to 1947 under founder G. Stanton Selby. Admission to the series is free, and a concession stand will be open. Concerts are being held at Palomares Park this season because the Ganesha Park Bandshell is undergoing emergency repairs.