Ah, it’s finally the weekend weekend! Let’s celebrate with some plans. With so many options and events in Los Angeles, finding something to do can be quite a task. Luckily, you have us. If you’re in need of plans this weekend, September 22 through 23, 2023 — we’ve got you covered.
These are the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend! 👇✨
1. Experience the country on the coast at BeachLife Ranch Festival
BeachLife Ranch is a music festival like no other that combines the country and the coast — so folks can experience the best of both worlds! Join them for a toe-tappin’ sun-soaked weekend filled with smokey barbecues (with all the fixins) and soulful melodies from Jack Johnson, The Avett Brothers, Brad Paisley, and so much more. Saddle up and get ready to ride the waves of the good times that await you at BeachLife Ranch! Music fans, beachgoers, and country lovers — don’t miss out on this unique celebration of the cowboy surfer way of life! Get your tickets here.
🎟️ Tickets: Tickets start at $189 — grab them here!
📅When: Friday, September 22, 2023 — Sunday, September 24, 2023
🌴🎸Location: Redondo Beach, 239 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
2. Fall down the rabbit hole at Wander Through Wonderland
Step into a fairytale and lose yourself in the enchanting world of the Shakespeare Club of Pasadena. Get ready to be transported into Wonderland and meet your beloved characters. Brace yourself for a magical journey filled with wonders beyond your imagination. Fall down the rabbit hole of entertainment at Wander Through Wonderland!
🎟️ Tickets: Grab your tickets to Wander Through Wonderland here!
📅When: Friday, September 22, 2023 — Sunday, September 24, 2023
🌴Location: Shakespeare Club of Pasadena, 171 South Grand Avenue, Pasadena, 91105-1621
3. Unleash your inner ghostbuster at this ghost hunting tour in Los Angeles
Unleash your inner ghostbuster and prepare for a spine-tingling journey through the mystical streets of Chinatown! Join forces with a fearless ghost guide who’s ready to explore the supernatural side of this historic neighborhood. It’s time to confront the unknown! Are you ready for Real Ghost Hunting in Chinatown?
🎟️ Tickets: Grab your tickets to Real Ghost Hunting in Chinatown here!
📅When: Now through November
4. Swap, shop, and connect at Anaheim’s Mother Earth Market
For the third year, Anaheim’s historic Packing District will host Mother Earth Market (MEM) – a mindfulness event for a day full eco-conscious activities. Join them for a blissful blend of mindful yoga sessions, soul-nourishing shopping experiences, and a chance to connect with like-minded folks. Get ready to embrace the beauty of our planet and indulge in a day dedicated to sustainability.
🎟️ Tickets: Open to the public. To register for workshops and classes, visit their website here!
📅When: Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.
🌴Location: Farmers Park – 412 S. Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, CA
5. Feast on local eats with LA Times Food Bowl at the historic Paramount Backlot
Prepare your taste buds for an epic food journey! The LA Times Food Bowl is back for its 7th year — and ready to showcase the mouthwatering delights of Southern California’s culinary wonders. Get ready to indulge in the finest flavors across Los Angeles and beyond — to discover and celebrate the hidden gems of our local restaurant scene featuring celebrity chefs, live cooking, and music.
🎟️ Tickets: Grab your tickets to the LA Times Food Bowl here!
📅When: September 22 — September 24, 2023
🌴Location: Paramount Pictures Studios Backlot, 5555 Melrose Avenue Los Angeles, 90038
6. Freebie: Discover perfectly curated art by three artists at BEYOND THE STREETS Gallery
Unlock a vibrant world of art as BEYOND THE STREETS Gallery takes you on the journey of three remarkable artists connected by their graffiti roots with mesmerizing artwork. Get ready to witness the true essence of artistry by POSE, HuskMitNavn, and Tim Conlon — and be inspired by the boundless creativity that knows no limits. Learn more about these exhibits here!
🎟️ Info: Free and open to the public.
📅When: September 16 — October 21, 2023 • Wednesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. — 6 p.m.
🌴Location: 434 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, Hollywood
7. Be a part of history at Viva Long Beach, the first-ever community event dedicated to honoring Latine culture
Join Long Beach as they kick off a vibrant celebration like no other! Be a part of history at Viva Long Beach, the first-ever community event dedicated to honoring the rich Latine heritage. Get ready to join the community, dance to the rhythm of culture, and embrace the unity that makes us stronger. You’ll also be able to indulge in DJ sets and live music, all along with yummy food, refreshing beverages, and local retail vendors!
🎟️ Info: Grab your tickets to Viva Long Beach here!
📅When: September 23, 2023 from 12 p.m. — 8 p.m.
🌴Location: Lincoln Park, 101 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach
8. Angel of Light — a haunted theater experience has opened its doors
Angel of Light brings the haunted house experience to one of the most iconic theaters in Los Angeles. Taking place throughout the LA Theatre, this is an experience that invites guests to explore the darkened hallways and backstage of the storied venue. Do you have what it takes to peek around the corner? The experience opens this weekend — click here to get your tickets!
Location: Los Angeles Theatre, 615 S Broadway, 90014-1803
9. Grab your tickets to this Dr. Seuss storybook experience
A vibrant storybook experience is on its way to the Los Angeles area, and you won’t want to miss out! On September 27th, tickets will officially go live for The Dr. Seuss Experience — a spectacularly interactive experience that will allow you to travel through nine iconic Dr. Seuss stories. Sign up here to get access to the waitlist and save your spot!
10. Celebrate culture like never before at the Afro-Latino Culture Fest
Embrace and celebrate the Afro-Latino culture like never before! Indulge your senses in the mesmerizing rhythms, breathtaking arts, and mouth-watering flavors that await you at the Afro-Latino Culture Fest. Join them for a journey where cultures collide, traditions intertwine, and unforgettable memories are made, Are you ready to be part of this vibrant extravaganza? Find more info here!
📅When: September 23, 2023 · 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
🌴Location: Douglas F. Dollarhide Community Center, 301 North Tamarind Avenue Compton, CA 90220
11. Grab yourself a cup of culture at Cipota Coffee
In honor of the first day of Hispanic Heritage Month — we are so excited to introduce you to Cipota Coffee! This Salvadoran and woman-owned business is near and dear to the heart of its creator, inspired by the warmth and love of Central American coffee shared with her by her roots and Salvadoran parents. Each sip is a delicious dose of culture and nostalgia that will surely warm your soul. Check out Cipota Coffee here!
12. Step through a field of falling stars once again when Astra Lumina returns to light up Los Angeles
After an incredible run last year, veteran multimedia studio Moment Factory is back with another galactic night walk. Astra Lumina is a cosmic night walk experience that lets you explore a world where nature meets stunning arrays of vibrant light and sweeping sound. Tickets are officially on sale — grab your tickets to Astra Lumina here!
13. Bite into a limited-edition and specially crafted Hispanic Heritage Month cupcake at Sprinkles
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Sprinkles Cupcakes has joined forces once again with Claudette Zepeda to bring a delectable cupcake that honors the chef’s Hispanic roots. Zepeda’s delectable La Gloria cupcake is full of flavors originating from Northern Mexico and is made up of a caramel-flavored cake adorned in pecans, a dulce de leche center, savory yet sweet caramel frosting, and topped with cinnamon sugar. Again, these rich cupcakes are only available for a limited time so don’t miss out! Read more about it here.
14. Plan for spooky season: 20 spellbinding Halloween events happening in Los Angeles this month
It may be September, but Halloween has arrived early in Los Angeles. ill your spooky antics with delightful frights and familiar creeps with our list of haunting happenings across the city. From dark soirees to family-friendly events, here are all the thrilling events to fill your Halloween calendar with here!
15. Shaqtoberfest is returning to the iconic Queen Mary with more frights
Get ready to set sail this season, because Shaqtoberfest 2023 is bringing their frightening function in front of and on board the iconic Queen Mary ship. Ghosts and ghouls will step into a world where day and night blend into one enchanting Halloween extravaganza! From trick-or-treating spots to thrilling play zones, check out Shaqtoberfest here!
16. Shop from several D’Amelio Footwear styles at their exclusive pop-up
Kicking things off on Saturday, September 2, 2023, D’Amelio Footwear will have a month-long activation at The Grove. This exclusive shop marks the first brick-and-mortar location for the family’s footwear brand. This is where fans will be able to get a firsthand look at items, try them on irl, and shop all styles, including their new fall collection. Comfy sneakers, stylish boots, heels, you name it! Learn more here.
17. Take a serene hike up to The Griffith Observatory
While The Griffith Observatory isn’t much of a secret, we do want to share one of our favorite serene trail hikes to get there. Starting at Fern Dell Nature Trail, this 2.3-mile loop walks you through the lush, shady park – which is well-marked and runs along the creek. It’s also dog-friendly on a leash. It does get steep as you make your way up, but the view at The Observatory is stunning and rewarding.
📍Location: Fern Dell Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027
18. Take a memorable guided hike to the iconic Hollywood Sign
Experience the Hollywood Sign in a whole different way — up close and personal! Get ready for an awe-inspiring hike with an expert tour guide. This extraordinary tour hike is an experience you’ll surely want to cross off your summer bucket list — don’t miss out and book your Hollywood sign tour hike here!
19. Check out one of these 15 museums and galleries for free
Get your cultural fix at one of these world-class galleries and museums in L.A. You can marvel at masterpieces from around the world from various decades or take in poignant contemporary works from the voices of our time, and you can do it all for free every day of the week. See a few of our top choices below and check out how to visit for free here.
20. Unforgettable things to do this autumn in Los Angeles: Your fall bucket list
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As summer makes its exit, fall enters with a burst of orange and yellow hues. Contrary to popular belief, the season does visit Los Angeles — greeting us with cooler weather, crunchy leaves, and comfy sweaters. Get ready to opt for that warm latte and make the most of this season around the city by checking off our ultimate fall bucket list!
21. Grab the whole family and come face to face with dinosaurs at Dinos Alive
This one is for the kiddos! The incredible Dinos Alive exhibition invites families to explore and discover life-size animated replicas in an immersive Jurassic venue. Come face to face with the giant creatures that roamed our world millions of years ago! Get your tickets here.
Location: 1345 N Montebello Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
22. Hike Runyon Canyon with adorable dogs that are up for adoption
Free Animal Doctor is a non-profit animal welfare organization and they’re hosting a Rescue Experience where folks can walk rescue dogs on Runyon Canyon! Nothing beats catching views with some adorable pups — especially for a good cause. During the hike, you can even become pup–arazzi and take photos of your new furry friends! The shots will be used to promote the organization, spread the word on adoption, and help find their fur-ever homes. Get more info on this Rescue Experience here!
Location: The south entrance to Runyon Canyon at Fuller Ave. The address is 2000 N. Fuller Ave. NOTE: This is in HOLLYWOOD, this is NOT the entrance off of Mulholland.
22. Witness beautiful blue whales with Newport Landing Whale Watching
Looking for an adventure? Every Summer and early fall, the natural beauty known as the “Giant Blue Whale Migration” brings in hundreds of blue whales to the waters off Laguna and Newport Beach. In fact, over 780 whales were viewed last year’s summer/fall, and 130 of those were giant blue whales – which were once considered a rare sight in SoCal – and now you can experience this beauty up close with Newport Landing Whale Watching. Find out more here!
23. Step aboard the jaw-dropping Titanic: The Exhibition with real artifacts from the ship
At Titanic: The Exhibition, you can take an interactive tour of the Titanic with vast, jaw-dropping recreations of the ship’s interior and exterior. Visit the dock from where the Titanic first sailed, explore the galleries and boiler room, take a look inside a millionaire’s suite, stroll the exterior promenade deck under a starry night sky, and see the Grand Staircase with your own eyes. Grab your tickets here!
📍 Location: 4327 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, 90004-4409
24. Step into this Bubble World experience near L.A.
This Bubble World experience is a multi-sensory adventure, transporting you to another universe to explore every imaginable kind of bubble. Step into over 10 immersive rooms, each with its own imaginative theme, and see why it’s one of the best immersive experiences in L.A.
🎟 Tickets: Secure your tickets here!
🗓 When: Now through October 2023
📍 Location: 1345 N. Montebello Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640
25. Dive into the world and mind of Vincent van Gogh
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is a 360º digital art exhibition that invites you to step into the world of the beloved Dutch artist, Vincent van Gogh. This immersive exhibit engulfs you in his artwork by showcasing it all around you with ceiling-to-floor screens — experiencing his art in a whole new way. Grab your tickets to Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience here!
Location: 1345 N. Montebello Boulevard, Montebello, California, 90640-2585