These are the best activities and events to do this spring around Los Angeles

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This spring, immerse yourself in the medieval world at the Renaissance Faire in Irwindale. Set at the scenic Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, the fair offers exciting jousting tournaments, live performances, and a variety of artisan vendors. You’ll encounter knights, fair maidens, and mythical creatures, all while savoring delicious food and drinks.

This springtime event offers unlimited tastings, tasty gourmet bites, and breezy ocean views. It’s a laid-back way to sip your way into the season.

The California superbloom is a stunning natural display, turning fields into vibrant seas of color. Witnessing this phenomenon offers a rare chance to connect with the beauty and power of nature, as millions of wildflowers burst into bloom. It’s a sensory delight that evokes a deep appreciation for the delicate balance of ecosystems.

Escape the city and soak in the ocean breeze along LA’s breathtaking south coastline. With scenic beaches, salty air, and warm California sunshine, it’s an ideal day out. Solve playful riddles to gather gourmet picnic bites along your journey. Each clue brings you closer to a stunning picnic spot!

As trees bud and flowers bloom, Candlelight is celebrating the season of new beginnings with a series of candlelit concerts featuring gorgeous floral displays. 

Brought together by a sea of green grass, flowers with purple shades, red tones, and yellow tinges bring vibrant splashes of color to the stage, making these breathtaking performances by candlelight even more magical. Prepare to hear gifted musicians put a classical twist on the music by Coldplay, ABBA, Adele, and more in a beautiful, flowery setting illuminated by candlelight.

Spring begins on March 1 at this ranch, where you can stroll through thousands of flowers. Located less than two hours from DTLA, this iconic destination is welcoming its 2025 season with exciting new additions, including a brand-new butterfly pavilion.

There’s nothing like walking into a theater with the fresh smell of popcorn and the anticipation of watching the newest hit movie. Whether you take your love, a bestie, or even yourself on a movie date, you can’t beat the incredible price of an AMC Black Ticket offered at the discounted promotional price of $11.99.

Enjoy any 2D movie on any day at any time. This ticket can be used at participating AMC Theaters across the United States.

One of the best things to do in spring in Los Angeles is to spend an evening shrouded in plants and dotted with fairy lights, with a cocktail, of course. Spending an afternoon in a “garden in the sky” at one of the best city rooftops, where cocktails, music, food, and good times are guaranteed, is a must this spring.

The iconic floating swans are the perfect way to explore the park amongst the lotus beds. You’ll get a thigh workout with views of the lush scenery. 

Nothing is more beautiful in spring than exploring flowers, especially lavender, perfect for its color and fragrance. Every year, between May and July, they bloom, turning everything into a magical deep lilac, and many farms near the city, like Highland Spring Ranch, offer the chance to explore them, take photos, and even try organic products made with this beautiful flower.

Come aboard the Duffy, a fully electric boat that will take you around Marina del Rey — Los Angeles’ biggest and most beautiful marina. Indulge in a charcuterie board and your choice of red or sparkling wine as you sail along the marina’s main channel, filled with yachts, beaches, and cycle paths. 

Observe the local L.A. spring wildlife while savoring the delicious bites and sipping on your wine. Snap as many pics as your phone can hold and take those memories with you.

With warm temperatures, we all feel like spending more time outside and reconnecting with nature. One of the best ways to do this is on a hiking expedition just outside of Los Angeles to discover a mesmerizing waterfall. It’s the perfect weekend plan—break a sweat and soak in the beauty of the outdoors during springtime!

Just off Palms Boulevard in Venice, you’ll find this huge art installation full of vibrant colors, called the Mosaic Tile House. The husband and wife duo, Cheri Pann and Gonzalo Duran, have spent over two decades covering every single inch of the original bungalow with an assortment of tiles, dolls, teacups, and other fascinating found objects. Walking through this embedded masterpiece is like exploring a ceramic version of Fiji’s Rainbow Reef.

Botanical gardens never cease to be an inviting paradise away from the smoke and smog of city life. The blooms are ever-changing and L.A. is lucky to be the home of truly remarkable plant species. So take a day to wander through the tranquil, manicured landscapes and inhale the fresh floral aromas of Mother Nature.

For you avid bloom-seekers there are still more floral displays to be enjoyed this season. Descanso Gardens planted around 30,000 tulip bulbs a few months ago, and they have turned the plots of this 150-acre haven into a vivid kaleidoscope of flowers. Wander through a mix of yellow, hot pink, red, white, and purple springtime splendor while the blossoms are at their fullest.

Stop and smell the roses, while you enjoy horseback riding through the most scenic landscapes around the city on an unforgettable trail ride, either through the Santa Monica Mountains, near the Hollywood sign, or along the dreamy shores of Malibu.

Avila Adobe is the oldest standing residence in the city, built in 1818. This historic adobe offers insight into early Californian life, showcasing period furnishings and artifacts. Visitors can explore its charming courtyard and learn about the city’s Hispanic heritage. It’s a unique glimpse into LA’s rich cultural past

Whale watching in Los Angeles is an unforgettable experience, whether from land or by boat. During spring, you can spot gray whales migrating north from February to May, with early humpback sightings starting in May.

If you want to take your California super bloom experience up a notch, these flower fields in Los Angeles are just what you need. Dive into fields of poppies, go on a treasure hunt for giant coreopsis, and soak in nature near the ocean or up in the mountains.

Spring is the perfect time to head out of L.A. and enjoy a day of cherry picking at local farms. With scenic orchards offering fresh, juicy cherries, it’s an ideal way to spend a sunny day outdoors. Grab your basket and enjoy the experience while surrounded by nature’s beauty!

If your ideal spring night in L.A. includes live music with plenty of groove, add The Jazz Room to your list. This unique venue is elevating the city’s vibrant scene by bringing the spirit of the genre to life inside the Historic Glendale Theater. Expect a rich experience filled with classic renditions and improvisation from professional musicians—from the jazz classics of Louis Armstrong to Sinatra’s timeless hits.