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The Lucas Museum just announced a free pass program for L.A. residents — but only for those living in this one specific ZIP code

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The Lucas Museum just announced a free pass program for L.A. residents — but only for those living in this one specific ZIP code

Los Angeles is in the middle of a cultural glow-up. From major transit expansions and new public spaces to world-class attractions preparing for the 2028 Olympics,...

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World Cup dating boom: Nearly half of L.A. singles say they’ve dated or had a fling with a visiting fan during the tournament

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is bringing millions of visitors to Los Angeles, but it's not just hotels, restaurants, and attractions benefiting from the influx. Accordin...
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L.A. is closing nearly 7 miles of streets this weekend for one of the biggest car-free events of the summer, with a watch party and activities at four different hubs

This weekend, Los Angeles is closing its streets to cars, but for once, it's not for construction. It's for CicLAvia, the city's largest open-streets event, and thi...
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A historic 102-year-old L.A. fire station is being replaced by a $11.5-million, massive 2,500 square-foot art center

Los Angeles is constantly adding new cultural destinations, from major museum projects to community gatherings. Now, one of the city’s older public buildings is get...
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This L.A. County city is considering a permanent ban on new drive-thru restaurants — as In-N-Out proposes a nearly 4,000-square-foot location
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According to NASA, ‘the best meteor shower of the year’ will light up L.A. skies starting this week — bringing 50 to 100 shooting stars per hour

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Best things to do during FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles this summer: Free fan festivals, watch parties, & fan zones

Los Angeles is going all out for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with free watch parties, fan festivals, beachside celebrations, art exhibitions, and cultural events happe...
July 16, 2026

Forget traditional true crime: This interactive 60-minute murder trial is coming to historic Los Angeles theaters

The courtroom has been part of American society since the 18th century, serving as a symbol of justice, transparency and public participation. Following this fundamental principle...
July 15, 2026

1 hour from L.A.: The world’s largest surfing competition brings elite WSL pros to Huntington Beach next week for 9 straight days

The Lexus US Open of Surfing is coming up from Saturday, July 25 through Sunday, August 2, 2026, on the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier. The free event...
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Don’t wait for October – Here are all the spookiest ways to celebrate ‘Summerween’ 2026 in L.A.
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After 4 years of closure, this California park 30 minutes from L.A. is reopening a legendary 48-year-old roller coaster this month

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How to volunteer for the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games

The Olympics and Paralympics are coming back to Los Angeles after forty-four years, providing an extraordinary opportunity for locals to volunteer at the world's bi...
Kids of Immigrants opens its first flagship store in L.A. with a two-day block party celebration and a World Cup watch party

In celebration of their 10th anniversary and the opening of their first flagship store, L.A.-based fashion brand and community movement Kids of Immigrants is t...
The largest Guatemalan festival outside of Guatemala is headed to L.A. this August, taking over seven blocks with traditional food & culture – and it’s free to enter

The largest Guatemalan festival outside of Guatemala is taking over Los Angeles this August – and it's free to enter! The 10th Annual Festival Chapin de Los Ange...
This hidden portrait studio near the Venice Boardwalk shoots raw black-and-white photos in 15-minutes — and hands you the matted print on the spot

Tucked behind a wooden slat fence near the Venice Boardwalk, a curved metal door opens into Little Room Portraits, a hidden photo studio with a unique twist. Loc...

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From Tokyo-style Neapolitan to crispy square slices, two L.A. pizza stars just earned top spots among the world’s best pizza chefs for 2026

Los Angeles just picked up another major win for its food scene. The Best Pizza Selection 2026 has officially been announced, and two L.A. pizza makers made this ye...
Where to get free and $1 hot dogs in L.A. for National Hot Dog Day today

Nothing says summer like a fresh hot dog in your hand! But you don’t have to pull out a hot grill to enjoy this tubular treat. July 16 is National Hot Dog Day,&...
This iconic city right next to L.A. is closing off its downtown for its free, largest community festival of the year — 75,000 people are expected to fill the streets

Something big is coming to the coast. For weeks, this coastal city next to Los Angeles has been quietly building up to a single day, and it's finally almost here. A...
This beer festival is turning the California Science Center into an after-hours craft beer playground this August

Trade your typical brewery crawl for a night at the museum! Brewsology Beer Fest is taking over the California Science Center on Saturday, August 1, 2026. They're t...

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Your ultimate Los Angeles event calendar for 2026-2027

As we speed through 2026, it's never a bad time to take a look ahead at L.A.'s cultural calendar. We've taken stock of all the confirmed dates for LA's biggest eve...
This hidden Chinatown speakeasy is hosting a free R&B night — and you enter through a refrigerator door

Some of LA's coolest nights out begin with a secret entrance, and this one starts behind a refrigerator door. On Friday, July 24, Sweet Talk returns to a hidden spe...
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Los Angeles is undeniably one of the best cities in the world, but let’s be honest—it’s also a city full of sprawling locals and hefty price tags. Finding the coolest spots betwee...
6 legendary hot dog spots in L.A. that still keep it old-school

According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council (which is a completely real organization), July is National Hot Dog Month. From cookouts to Independence Day...

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After traveling across the globe, World Cup fans are losing their minds over L.A.’s street tacos, $4 burgers, and luxury celebrity smoothies

The FIFA World Cup has brought fans from every corner of the globe to Los Angeles. And while the matches are the main event, the city's iconic food scene is stealin...
L.A. is home to America’s oldest continuously operating celebrity wax museum — meet lifelike replicas of Taylor Swift, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and more

Los Angeles has long been the entertainment capital of the world, drawing movie lovers, music fans, and pop culture enthusiasts from every corner of the globe. From...
Complex Family Style Food Festival returns to L.A. this Saturday: eat, shop, and enjoy top restaurants, exclusive drops & live music

Complex’s Family Style Food Festival returns to Los Angeles State Historic Park, bringing together food, fashion, music, and exclusive collaborations for a one-of-a...
Visiting L.A. for FIFA World Cup 2026? These 3 California State Parks deserve a spot on your itinerary

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is bringing an incredible wave of energy to Los Angeles, with fans from around the globe filling stadiums, restaurants, and streets across t...

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