Free

Walking the Japanese Garden on a Crisp Early Spring Morning

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Tours
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
For over a century, the historic Japanese Garden has been one of the most beloved and iconic landscapes at The Huntington, with its distinctive moon bridge, picture-postcard views of koi-filled ponds, and the historic Japanese House. One of the most popular spots at The Huntington, the Japanese Garden has attracted millions of visitors and remains a site of both fascination and contemplation.
Website Link
youtube.com/watch?v=JBvlMONzyt4
Event Date
Event Location

The Huntington
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1278618, -118.1094516

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
626.405.2100
Event ID
10382863
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MUSEUM FREE DAYS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
SoCal Museums is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural landscape of Southern California. SoCal Museums presents a diverse assortment of museums, reflecting the unique character of Southern California itself. Whether it’s art, natural history, science, or culture, there’s something for everyone, and you can find out which museums are free today.
Website Link
socalmuseums.org/free-days
Event Date
Event Location

Various locations around Los Angeles
United States

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10383300
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration

Event Type
Culture & Community
Dance
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Film
Theater
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month is a citywide commemoration of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage and history in Los Angeles. The celebration will acknowledge the contributions of Southern California’s Asian and Pacific Islander communities in education, religion, the arts, culture, and the humanities. Events include music concerts, performances, and several gallery exhibitions.
Website Link
culturela.org/programs-and-initiatives/city-of-los-angeles-heritage-month-celebrations
Event Date
Event Location

Various locations thouogh Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
United States

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Varies
Event ID
10383972
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LA Made Presents: Guzheng and Vocal Performance: An Exploration of Asian American Music

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Experience a captivating performance featuring the ancient Chinese guzheng accompanied by English, Cantonese, and Mandarin vocals. This program not only showcases the guzheng’s dynamic sounds but also delves into its history and contemporary uses. You will explore various traditional, contemporary, and extended playing techniques of the guzheng. Our goal is to encourage the audience to rethink how non-Western instruments can be integrated into modern music and to appreciate the diverse cultures that contribute to the vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles.
Website Link
lapl.org/whats-on/events/la-made-presents-guzheng-and-vocal-performance-exploration-asian-american-music-4
Event Date
-
Event Location

Arroyo Seco Branch Library
6145 N. Figueroa St
Los Angeles, CA 90042
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1138344, -118.1863337

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
323.255.0537
Event ID
141931
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LA Made Presents: Nossi Bojagi Wrapping Workshop

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Bojagi is a traditional Korean wrapping cloth with a rich history. In this class, we will explore the art of wrapping and discover the numerous ways to utilize Bojagi, from adding an elegant touch to gifts to crafting fun, reusable, and sustainable market bags. Attendees will learn four wrapping styles and take home a Bojagi.
Website Link
lapl.org/whats-on/events/la-made-presents-nossi-bojagi-wrapping-workshop-1
Event Date
-
Event Location

Robert Louis Stevenson Branch Library
803 Spence St.
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0276649, -118.1982653

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
141933
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The Silence

Event Type
Culture & Community
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Rachel Bridges explores her Filipino and newly discovered Chinese heritage through painting, using family photos, public archives, and historical sources to reconstruct her family’s past. As a second-generation Filipina American, Bridges was unaware of her Chinese ancestry until recently, despite subtle clues like the use of Chinese spices in her family’s Philippine meals. Through this exhibition, she examines colonial influences and the impact of lost histories on personal identity.

Website Link
artintheparkla.org
Event Date
-
Event Location

Art in the Park
5568 Via Marisol Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90042
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1048451, -118.1882138

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
(323) 397-5718
Event ID
10383099
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Happy Birthday Monterey Park Play Days

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The City of Monterey Park celebrates its birthday with a carnival event featuring big rides, kiddie rides, games, and various attractions, including live entertainment and a handful of delicious food trucks each day. A family event that runs for four days.
Website Link
montereypark.ca.gov/709/Citys-Birthday-Celebration
Event Date
-
Event Location

Barnes Park
350 S. McPherrin Avenue
Monterey Park, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0591626, -118.1272222

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10384058
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Honoring Mother Earth & Mother’s Pow Wow 2025

Event Type
Dance
Culture & Community
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
A tradition that brings together many different tribes and communities. Pow Wows are cultural celebrations that include dancing, singing, socializing, crafts, arts, and food.  ALL drums, dancers, gourd & Bird Singers welcome. Specials: Honoring Fall 2025 admitted students, dance specials, special guests & our mothers!  
Website Link
calendar.powwows.com/events/honoring-mother-earth-mothers-pow-wow/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Cal Poly Pomona University Kellogg Areana
3801 West Temple Ave.
Pomona, 91768
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.061538, -117.8184432

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
142189
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Hammer Projects: Lap-See Lam

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Stockholm-based artist Lap-See Lam presents “Tales of the Altersea” (2023), an immersive video installation inspired by the ruins of a dragon-shaped ship visible from her art school studio. The ship, which sailed from Shanghai to Gothenburg in 1990 intending to serve Chinese cuisine to European patrons, was eventually abandoned. Lam’s work explores themes of loss, memory, and resilience, utilizing the vessel’s history as a narrative foundation.

Website Link
hammer.ucla.edu/exhibitions/2025/hammer-projects-lap-see-lam
Event Date
-
Event Location

Hammer Museum, UCLA
10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0591217, -118.4436674

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
310.443.7000
Event ID
10381131
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EARL BURNS MILLER JAPANESE GARDEN

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Feed our playful koi, stroll the winding pathways, view the Tea House, or reflect at the Zen Garden. Each season unfolds with colorful blossoms, exciting cultural celebrations, and intriguing exhibits.

Tuesday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Saturday – Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Free, no entry without required reservation, tickets available at the website

Website Link
csulb.edu/earl-burns-miller-japanese-garden
Event Date
-
Event Location

Calfornia State University, Long Beach
1250 Bellflower Blvd
Long Beach, 90840
United States

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Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Free-reservations required
Contact Phone
(661) 435-6493
Event ID
10356342
Event Main Image
Free