10 Things You Don’t Want To Miss In Los Angeles: November 25-27
From news you might have missed this week to plans you need to make, let's catch you up!
Sophie Len - Staff Writer
With so many options and events in Los Angeles, making plans can be quite a task. Luckily, you have us. If you’re in need of plans this weekend, November 25-27, 2022, we’ve got you covered along with some news you might have missed. Check out our selection below!
1. L.A.’s epic Stranger Things Experience is now open
Get on your spandex, set that bouffant and get ready for a nostalgic journey into 1985 Hawkins! 1345 N Montebello Blvd. will become a portal to an immersive Stranger Things mini-verse, filled with epic audiovisual sets, supernatural mysteries and pulse-racing encounters that will bring the cult TV sensation to life. Enter the upside down here!
2. 16 gorgeous patios around L.A. that you need to know about
Patio season is all year long in L.A. and it demands to be enjoyed. While heading to a lush rooftop towering above the bustling city is a perfect way to soak up the sun, these outdoor havens can offer a little variation to your summer in the city. From gorgeous ocean views to vivid refuges filled with plants and fairy lights, here are the best patios for outdoor dining in L.A. right now. Check out the full list here!
3. 5 incredible ways to honor Native & Indigenous Peoples around L.A.
This month is dedicated to acknowledging Native and Indigenous Peoples’ history, past, and present in the United States and honoring the culture and heritage of their communities. We’ve listed incredible ways below that you can celebrate Native communities, this month and beyond. Get the full list here!
4. The good, the bad, and the beautiful. Desperada puts the lovely ladies of classic Hollywood Westerns onstage for a unique cabaret.
Fatale Factory wowed audiences with Tarantina, the show featuring the femme fatales of Quentin Tarantino. Now they’re back with Desperada, a show that dips into the silver screen once more to feature the baddest cowgirls of the West. Featuring cirque performers, twisting storylines, and the most talented members of LA’s movement community, Desperada is the ultimate Hollywood show! Learn more and get your tickets here.
5. 10 best places to check out festive lights around the city this holiday season
The most anticipated interactive displays, the twinkling lights, glittering decorations and festive projections are back in full force to illuminate L.A. for the holidays. While some of our favorite glowing holiday displays like Candy Cane Lane came with strict limitations or were completely scrapped, this year will definitely make up for it with more choices and events than ever before. Here are all the spots to keep your eyes on as we ring in the holiday season.
6. Skate amongst the palms at one of these stunning oceanfront ice rinks
If there’s one unique winter pastime that gives new meaning to a coastal winter it’s beachfront ice skating. While the rest of the Nothern Hemisphere gears up with beanies, coats and other appropriate seasonal attire, SoCal residents get to glide around the ice with short sleeves and sunglasses. This brilliant tradition is usually organized by hotels and involves scenic views of waves crashing into the sand along with an array of charming festive activities to get involved in. Here are the two best spots for beachfront ice skating near L.A.!
7. 14 exhibits in you have to visit before 2022 is over
2022 is almost in the rearview, but make sure you don’t miss out on the best things to do in Los Angeles before they’re gone. These are 14 of the absolute best exhibits in LA, and there’s something for everyone. Whether you need something kid-friendly, 21+, or fun for the whole family, check out the full list here!
8. L.A.’s largest outdoor ice rink opens soon
Let that East Coast winter envy simmer down because one of our favorite seasonal pastimes is back at the largest ice skating rink in the city. The LA Kings Holiday Ice will return to L.A. Live from November 26 to January 8. Angelenos finally get the chance to put on hockey skates again and glide in merriment, as average temperatures still allow for the occasional beach day. Full details here!
9. Kit Harington will be at this fan convention commemorating ‘Game Of Thrones’ in December
If you love all things Westeros, then get ready for the Game of Thrones Official Fan Convention coming to LA on December 9th. This is the first officially licensed convention to commemorate the HBO series, and it will run through December 11th. The show will feature special guests like Kit Harington and a dance party featuring Kristian Nairn (Hodor) as the DJ, so get your tickets before they’re gone!
10. Candlelight L.A. is offering a unique Black Friday deal
This November 25, Black Friday is getting the full Candlelight treatment with a 15% off discount on all concerts purchased through the Fever app. What does this mean? You will not only have the chance to enjoy enchanting music at a unique price, but also give a spellbinding gift to the ones you cherish most this holiday season. Grab your deal here!