This weekend in West Covina, CA

Join the AGC Candle Making Class at the La Habra Community Center to learn how to blend the perfect candle scent and get hands-on experience pouring and creating your own scented candles. Classes run on Saturdays. There is an $18 materials fee payable to the instructor at the first-class meeting.

Presented by One Colorado in partnership with Vuori, this courtyard fitness series brings the community together for movement and mindfulness. Each session is led by local studios and instructors, with formats that change regularly, from strength and conditioning to mobility and recovery, so there is always something new to try. A private shopping hour at Vuori follows each class, with exclusive offers available on select dates. Please bring a yoga mat, comfortable athletic wear, water, and any other items you may need for your workout.

Hot August Days Car Show is a classic-car celebration in Garden Grove featuring a wide mix of vehicles like classics, customs, hot rods, muscle cars, imports, lowriders, trucks, motorcycles, and specialty builds. You can expect live music, vendors, food, raffle prizes, and awards, with a family-friendly atmosphere and public admission.

Battle Royale @ CrossFit Whittier is an on-site team competition featuring two different workout events. Event 1 is a timed For Time challenge with a 16:00 time cap. The workout includes several rounds of tethered running, calorie work on an Echo Bike and rower done simultaneously, and finishing with alternating dumbbell snatches. Teams are scored based on time completed, with penalties added if reps or calories aren’t finished within the cap.

Settle in for a no frills, 10 hour crafting session at Church of the Redeemer. Seating is shared, with large round tables accommodating up to three people and rectangular tables accommodating up to two. Bring your favorite project and a craft mat to protect the tables and linens. If you do not have a mat, one can be provided upon request. Please avoid oversized wagons to reduce trip hazards. If you need power, choose a spot along the walls or at tables with an extension cord reel. Wi-Fi is available, though it may slow when many people are connected. Potluck dishes are welcome but optional, and a sign up list will appear in the event discussion. At the end of the day, please take home or discard any leftover food to help with cleanup. The fee is $35 per person, payable by Zelle, Venmo, or cash, and PayPal is not accepted. Payment is due at registration and seats are secured only after payment is received. Include your full name with payment, or all names if paying for more than one person, then send a message to confirm receipt and mark yourself as going in the event. All payments are final and are not transferable or refundable. Card kits are often available for purchase but tend to sell out quickly. Vending is not allowed. Please come ready to create, connect kindly with fellow crafters, and help keep the atmosphere respectful and drama free. Questions can be sent by message. Zelle: 626-221-4330, Julie Huddleston. Venmo: @scrapbookcafe, Julie Huddleston.

Spend time with Oreo and the rest of the animals at the petting farm at CPP Kellogg Ranch. Tickets are sold on site, and feed cups are available for $3. Children under 3 are admitted free with a paying adult. Animal care comes first, so the farm will close during extreme weather. Admission and pricing may change for special events.

A beginner-friendly combo class that introduces young dancers to both ballet technique and tap basics. Students will work on barre and center exercises, plus across-the-floor practice to build coordination, flexibility, and confidence. Dance attire and dance shoes are required.

SOULNIC returns to the city this year with plenty of surprises in store. Capacity is limited.

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.

Explore the shadowy allure of Film Noir on a downtown Los Angeles walking tour that traces how the genre grew from the city’s streets and headlines. Beginning at Grand Central Market in the Historic Core, the route takes in the Bradbury Building, notable spots around Pershing Square, and the corridor of old Skid Row between Main Street and Los Angeles Street, once lined with pawn shops, burlesque stages, all-night cinemas, job boards known as the “slave market,” shooting galleries, b-girl bars, rescue missions and worn residential hotels. Writers such as Raymond Chandler and James M. Cain drew on this landscape for novels that became screen classics including Double Indemnity and The Postman Always Rings Twice. Bunker Hill is a centerpiece, remembered as a hillside of Victorian houses, rooming houses and narrow passages that Hollywood often used when a gritty, mixed-use setting was needed, until a redevelopment agency ousted 9,000 residents and cleared it away. The journey includes a ride on Angels Flight Railway, a brief ascent with a deep film history. At the top, historian Nathan Marsak, author of Bunker Hill Los Angeles, Bunker Noir!, and Marsak’s Guide to Bunker Hill, helps revive the story of the vanished neighborhood, and Bunker Hill native Gordon Pattison explains how Hollywood’s emphasis on menace supported the redevelopment narrative that doomed his community. Led by Esotouric, the experience blends film locations, sites tied to the artists who shaped the genre, and places where crime reporters documented real stories that later fueled Hollywood scripts. The tour is illustrated with rare images viewable on a smartphone, and will appeal to those interested in cinema, urban history, true crime and the creative process.

This single day fundraiser harnesses the power of fandom to create real-world impact. Launched in 2025 as a community-led response to wildfires in Los Angeles, its first edition brought together creators, talent, and fans in under a month and raised more than $100,000 for affected communities, selling out and proving that convention energy can drive meaningful change. Now an annual gathering, it brings fans together with creators, performers, artists, and industry leaders behind beloved stories, characters, games, and worlds for a full day of experiences and conversations. Programming includes panel discussions, cosplay, gaming, celebrity guests, and interactive activations. Hosted at the Skirball Cultural Center, every ticket, sponsorship, and on-site experience benefits Make An Impact, a 501(c)(3) that strengthens local organizations and grassroots initiatives nationwide. Created by Multihouse, this benefit centers fandom as a force for good.

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.

Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CATVIDEOFEST 2026, a curated program of the latest and best cat videos, including submissions, sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet favorites. Local theaters partner with cat-focused charities and animal welfare groups, and a portion of ticket proceeds goes to cats in need.

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.

Join Tracy for a full in-person belly dance intensive featuring two workshops. The day includes beginner-friendly training focused on foundational steps, technique, and core engagement, followed by an intermediate to advanced session that builds floor work and then moves into a drum solo choreography. If you are attending the floor work portion, the organizers recommend bringing knee pads. First-time students should plan to arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to complete the registration form.

This event takes place at Tiki B's, the tiki bar located in the basement of Barney's Beanery in Pasadena. Attendees can find the gathering in the downstairs space of the venue.

Head in the Clouds is a live music festival at Brookside at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena. Doors open at 1:00 PM, and the show runs rain or shine with no in and out privileges. The event is all ages, food and beverages are sold separately, and the lineup and set times can change. A curfew is listed for 11:00 PM Saturday.

Get ready for a fun LA-themed cupsleeve event celebrating TXT before they hit the stage. Expect Hollywood and SoCal vibes, plus a playful nod to a classic California burger spot. It’s a great chance to enjoy the theme and join in the celebration at a tea house.

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.

O.A.R. is coming to the Greek Theatre with Gavin DeGraw and Lisa Loeb. The show is listed to start at 6:30 PM local time.

Mexican Slum Rats perform at The Glass House alongside 3l3d3p, Dive Time, and The Searchlights. Tickets are now available.

Strange Case celebrates the new album, Gone For A While, with a release party at The Echo in Los Angeles. It is the band’s first headlining show in over two years, featuring a start-to-finish performance of the album along with additional songs. Exclusive merchandise and physical media will be available, and the night includes appearances from friends Windows and Eighth Ball.

Expect a high energy set from The Crosseyed, with frontman Jeff Malkin signaling a performance that will work up a sweat. The group marks its second album, Jeff's Got Your Number, with a show that blends rock and roll spirit with British rock influences and alt country tones. With a renowned backing band in tow, the sound aims to be driving and fresh from start to finish.

This Tour Won’t Save You features Anthony Green, whose unmistakable voice and songwriting have shaped his work with Circa Survive and as the original singer of Saosin, alongside a prolific solo path. His albums Avalon, Beautiful Things, Pixie Queen, and Boom. Done. reveal the breadth of his music outside the band setting. He is also part of The Sound of Animals Fighting and L.S. Dunes, which includes members of My Chemical Romance, Coheed and Cambria, and Thursday. With more than two decades of music behind him, the event highlights an enduring presence in modern alternative music.

Enjoy a guided, mindful speed-dating experience designed to help singles connect beyond typical small talk. You’ll check in, get your dating materials, and start with an IceBreaker game, then the doors close and the event shifts into facilitated exercises and mini-dates. The evening is structured with a welcoming “container” so you can relax, have fun, and focus on authentic connection.

Los Angeles Football Club faces Deportivo Toluca F.C. in a Leagues Cup match at BMO Stadium. The stadium enforces a strict clear bag policy, and only bags that comply with the policy are permitted inside. Parking information is available from the stadium.

Settle in for an evening of rock anthems that blend beloved classics with contemporary favorites.

Panter Belico and Arley Perez unite for the En Pláticas Tour at Peacock Theater. This stop brings both artists together on one stage, sharing the spotlight in a single venue.

Little Feat is performing at The United Theater on Broadway. Doors open at 7:00 PM, with the show starting at 8:00 PM. Tickets are available through AXS.

The Burning Doors bring the spirit, sound, and poetry of The Doors to the stage for a vivid, psychedelic tribute at Flyway at Fox. Special guests The Almighty Majestics (Los Ángeles de las Románticas) round out a night of good vibes and enduring rock and roll. Admission is 18 and over, with presale tickets available for $15 on Eventbrite.

Queen Serene brings their dream pop and shoegaze sounds to Permanent Records Roadhouse. The show is scheduled for 9:00 PM local venue time.

INQUISITIVE is a night out at Avalon Hollywood. The event is for ages 21 and up, with entry following local and state health guidelines. Ticket sales are final.

JVNA is playing a night at Exchange LA in Los Angeles. The show is listed for 10:00 PM.

Rooftop Cinema Club DTLA is screening The Hangover (2009). This 16+ event follows three friends as they try to piece together what happened during a chaotic bachelor party, from finding a baby in the closet to searching for their missing best friend, Doug. Catch the movie outdoors as they scramble to get things back on track.

Celebrate The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadowcast that performs alongside the film, turning the screening into an interactive experience. Costumes, props, dancing, shouting, and classic callbacks are encouraged. A preshow sets the tone before the movie begins. This long-running tradition has entertained audiences since 1987.

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

The Beast is back for stop number seven of the TBE season, featuring a guaranteed $700 first-place payout plus a custom jersey from Strike 12 Creations. Entry is $60 for members and $70 for non-members. Membership is available for $20 and includes eligibility for tournament points, member bonuses, and the members only Invitational. Competition uses an 85 percent of 220 handicap. The format includes three games of qualifying with top scores advancing to a single-elimination bracket, and one in five competitors earning a payout. Optional $5 side action is offered, including open and ladies open side pots, a high scratch series pot, brackets, a Crazy 8 strike pot with carryover to be determined from the previous stop, a strike draw, and a Brunswick-sponsored Beat the Beast pot that can award a new bowling ball. Pre-registration is available by messaging the organizers. Walk-ins are accepted as space allows and will check in by numbered order for any open spots, with the field capped at 128 bowlers.

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.

An Arabic Calligraphy class and exhibition invites participants to explore the elegance, history, and enduring artistry of classical Arabic script. This immersive experience provides an opportunity to build fundamental techniques while gaining a deeper appreciation for the art’s rich traditions. Registration is required to participate, which helps ensure materials and supplies are prepared for all attendees.

Head to a Second Sundays Old Time Americana all-ages performance and community jam with folk music from around the world. Bring an instrument or just come to sing along, strum, and clap. Guest musicians will share traditional songs and rhythms, with Natalie Brejcha leading the music, plus Tom Moose and the Scotti Old Time Family String Band.

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.

Family Day in Highland Park offers food, arcade gaming, and family friendly fun. All children must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Barcade will donate a portion of 2026 Family Day token sales to Gamers Outreach, a charity that provides recreation to children in hospitals through the power of video games and the gaming community.

Join BÜNDA for a donation-based fitness class where your effort directly supports the Elevate Artists Foundation. The class is designed to help fund scholarships, training, and career development for emerging young dancers who may not otherwise have access to professional opportunities.

A relaxed weekly dinner-brunch that blends good food, creative energy, and friendly company. The focus is conversation, new connections, and a spark of inspiration throughout the meal. RSVP to get a confirmation and hold a place.

At The Mayan Theater, a captivating stage mystery unfolds in a musical inspired by the story of Pedro Navaja. Live musicians, pulse-raising choreography, and a cast of memorable characters move the action forward, with each song revealing fresh clues. Mystery, music, passion, and betrayal drive the narrative as secrets surface and the truth stays just out of reach. Blending the charge of a concert with the storytelling of musical theater and a social atmosphere, this production keeps the suspense building right up to the final curtain.

Get ready for a night of stand-up with Cojo Feliz, presented in Spanish. Expect sharp, edgy humor, irreverent stories, and a no-filter comedy style that turns everyday awkward moments into big laughs. The show is for adults 21 and up, with general admission seating that’s first-come, first-served. Please note that cell phones and any photography or video recording are not allowed during performances.

A young Viking defies tradition by befriending a dragon, and together they work to protect both of their worlds. The movie is presented in high definition while the musical score is performed live in sync with the film at the Hollywood Bowl. How to Train Your Dragon is a 2010 DreamWorks Animation production. Program and performers may change, pricing and availability are subject to change, ticket limits may apply, and all sales are final.

This high-energy night of stand-up blends a lively party atmosphere with sharp hosting and a DJ keeping the room buzzing. Staged at the Laugh Factory on the Sunset Strip, the showcase pairs well-known comedians with rising stars from major networks, and the lineup stays under wraps so every performance feels like a fresh surprise. Past unannounced drop-ins have included Kevin Hart, Deon Cole, Bill Burr, Marlon Wayans, Ali Wong, and Tracy Morgan. Celebrity sightings in the crowd have ranged from Beyonce and Jay Z to Usher, Rihanna, ASAP Rocky, Nelly, Justin Bieber, Anderson Paak, and J Cole. Expect an electric room and a dressed-to-impress scene, with laughter at the center of it all.

Get ready for a night of comedy with Harland Williams at The Upstairs in Los Angeles. The show starts at 7:00 PM.

Catch Faouzia live for an evening of electropop and alternative hits at the Fonda Theatre. Doors open at 7:00 PM and the show starts at 8:00 PM.

The Lucky performs live at Moroccan Lounge. The announcement highlights their new song Say It’s Me and references Girl Next Door, Reckless, Sweet Talker, Better Days, Hold Your Breath, and One Step.