Festival Guide

Before You Now: Capturing the Self in Portraiture

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Before You Now focuses on the enduring theme of the artist’s self-portrait, as seen in a selection of works from LACMA’s collections of photographs, prints, drawings, videos, and installation art. Primarily featuring contemporary makers, the exhibition is an introduction to seeing American artists as they see themselves, or as they want to be seen by their public. Over 50 artists—including Laura Aguilar, Kwame Brathwaite, Kalli Arte Collective, Roger Shimomura, Cindy Sherman, Rodrigo Valenzuela, and June Wayne.
Website Link
fairplex.com
Event Date
-
Event Location

Millard Sheets Art Center at the Fairplex in Pomona
1101 W. McKinley Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0809612, -117.7651993

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Check the website for ticket prices
Contact Phone
909.865.4161
Event ID
10384007
Event Main Image

Jeffrey Gibson: This Is the Place I Was Telling You About

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The exhibition showcases over thirty works from Jeffrey Gibson, first presented at the 60th Venice Biennale, where he was the first Indigenous artist to represent the U.S. solo. His work integrates influences such as Indigenous artistic traditions, American political documents, and pop music to critique historical narratives while celebrating community strength and joy.

 

Tuesday & Wednesday & Friday 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website Link
thebroad.org
Event Date
-
Event Location

The Broad
221 S. Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0544669, -118.2505609

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10384077
Event Main Image

LEIMERT PARK VILLAGE STREET FESTIVAL

Event Type
Dance
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Music
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Every Sunday there are family-orientated activities, live music, street and food vendors. Bring your own drum for the outdoor Drum Circle Workshop and the jam session at the World Stage.

 

You’ll find cultural friendly people and auntie’s brownies at Laylow’s. In Leimert Park you’ll find fresh-made ice cream, a massage table in a body therapy canopy, custom-crafted beautiful jewelry, clothing, art classes, free entertainment and fun EVERY weekend.
Website Link
iccc2.wootick.com/events/leimert-park-village-street-festival-E80002631728320
Event Date
-
Event Location

Leimert Park Village
43rd Place
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0048283, -118.2587638

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10385354
Event Main Image

Smorgasburg LA

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Smorgasburg LA is on the five-acre site of the weekday Alameda Produce Market in Downtown Los Angeles. Each Sunday, find dozens of exciting food vendors at Smorgasburg LA, plus sophisticated shopping from design, craft, style, vintage, wellness, and more. Cultural events, pop-ups, and other surprises transform the vast site into a new node in Downtown LA’s burgeoning scene and a unique regional destination.
Website Link
la.smorgasburg.com
Event Date
-
Event Location

Smorgasburg
777 S Alameda St
Los Angeles, CA 90021
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0335465, -118.2405124

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10385375
Event Main Image

LA FLEET WEEK 2025

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
LA Fleet Week® is an annual, multi-day celebration of our nation’s Sea Services held on the LA Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles over the extended Memorial Day Weekend. Join us for public ship tours, aerial demonstrations, exhibits, live entertainment, and more. Lots of fun for the entire family.
Website Link
lafleetweek.com
Event Date
-
Event Location

LA Waterfront
Cabrillo Way Marina 2293 Miner Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7227288, -118.2779305

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event ID
10385792
Event Main Image

Garden Grove Strawberry Festival

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

The Garden Grove Strawberry Festival, which has been a favorite of residents and visitors for over 64 years, celebrates the city’s rich agricultural history and heritage and is dedicated to the strawberry. It pays homage to the town’s agricultural past with special events, strawberry-centric foods, a festive parade, and carnival rides.

The festival, which is organized by the Garden Grove Strawberry Festival Association, will feature a wide variety of activities, including a pancake breakfast, live music, contests, vendors, a festive parade, and a Cake Cutting Ceremony. Visitors will also be able to enjoy carnival rides and attractions for all ages and much more.

Website Link
strawberryfestival.org/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Village Green Park
1222732 Main Street
Garden Grove
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7694389, -117.9422216

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10385797
Event Main Image

Fiesta Hermosa

Event Type
Fairs & Festivals
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
For 54 years, Fiesta has been filling Hermosa’s streets with art, music, and fun. Fiesta de las Artes, as it was originally named, celebrated artisan culture and welcomed visitors from all around to the beach to shop and enjoy the art. For more than a decade, Fiesta has been known as Southern California’s largest beachside arts and craft festival. But we in Hermosa like to think of Fiesta simply as a treasured tradition.
Website Link
fiestahermosa.net/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Downtown Hermosa Beach
Intersection of Valley Drive and Pier Avenue
Hermosa Beach, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.864623, -118.3954691

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10385804
Event Main Image

GOOSE BUMPS! THE SCIENCE OF FEAR

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
What are you afraid of? Why do our hearts race, our knees shake, and our bodies sweat when we are scared? Goose Bumps! The Science of Fear explores this universal emotion that can save our lives. Through fun, interactive challenges, like the Fear Challenge Course, experience fear in a safe environment and discover the science behind our physical and emotional responses.
Website Link
californiasciencecenter.org/exhibits/goose-bumps-the-science-of-fear
Event Date
-
Event Location

California Science Center
700 Exposition Park Drive
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0157877, -118.2862095

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
213-600-9654
Event ID
10383832
Event Main Image

Black Cowboys: An American Story

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This powerful exhibition features artifacts, photographs, and documents depicting the work and skills of Black cowboys. Black Cowboys: An American Story offers insight into legendary cowboys, a clearer picture of the Black West, and a more diverse portrait of the American West.

 

Adults – $14, Students (with current ID) and Seniors (60+) – $10, Children (3–12) – $6
Website Link
theautry.org/black-cowboys
Event Date
-
Event Location

Autry Museum of the American West
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1487135, -118.2812551

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
$10 – $14
Contact Phone
323.667.2000
Event ID
10354883
Event Main Image

African Marketplace & Drum Circle

Event Type
Family Activity
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
Join us every Sunday for a family-centered, community-oriented celebration of Black creativity, culture and joy. Recycle your Black dollars. Support Black owned businesses. Experience food flavors from around the world. Learn how to play djembe drums. Jump double Dutch. Buy waist beads and clothing imported from Senegal. Listen to live music. Grab the mike and share your talents.

 

The market is held weekly on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Website Link
avvalp.org/
Event Date
-
Event Location

Leimert Park Village
43rd Place
Los Angeles, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0048283, -118.2587638

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10349444
Event Main Image
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