Summer has arrived and so has the heat! That means it’s officially the season to head out and explore Los Angeles to the fullest — from natural landscapes, summer concerts, exhibitions, and more. Make the most of the month and season with our list of incredible things to do in July in L.A.
1. Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in L.A.
If you’re looking for thoughtful ways to celebrate the 4th of July this year, we’ve got you covered. There are so many meaningful events in Los Angeles that let you honor the day in your own way. L.A. was even named one of the top 10 cities in the U.S. for 4th of July celebrations! From neighborhood parades to sunset celebrations, Angelenos are embracing the day with a renewed appreciation for freedom, togetherness, and community. Check out our favorite events here.
2. Find the best spots in L.A. to view fireworks
If there’s one thing L.A. knows how to do — is celebrate with fireworks, especially when it’s Independence Day. Nothing beats catching a show against the backdrop of the Los Angeles skyline. Wherever you find yourself in L.A. this Fourth of July, you’re sure to ring in another one with a bang! Get the full list of where to catch fireworks this Fourth of July in Los Angeles.
3. Clean up your community during Plastic Free July
This month is Plastic Free July in Los Angeles County. Make a positive impact in your community by joining LA Waterkeeper on their Plastic-Free July Cleanup Challenge. Take action against pollution by picking up plastic and other waste in your neighborhood, local park, or nearby beach. Join their 3 cleanup challenges around L.A. this month, and keep your community clean and healthy. Learn how to join the cleanup crew here!
🗓️ When: July 5, 12, 19, 2025
📍Location: Locations around L.A.
4. Bathe in the glow of candlelight at one of these concerts
The immensely popular Candlelight Concerts have consistently captivated audiences worldwide. This July’s series features talented musicians performing live in stunning, candlelit settings paying tribute to top artists across various L.A. venues. You can find the full list Candlelight Concerts this July here!
5. Blackpink in concert
Celebrated K-pop group Blackpink has announced their 2025 world tour, which will travel to 10 international stops including Los Angeles. See Jisoo, Jennie, Rosé, and Lisa reunited after taking time to focus on their solo careers this year.
🗓️ When: July 12, 2025
Where: SoFi Stadium
6. Katy Perry in concert
Katy Perry’s Lifetimes tour includes a performance at the Kia Forum in Inglewood and at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, on July 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM.
🗓️ When: July 13, 15, 2025
Where: Kia Forum, Honda Center
7. My Chemical Romance in concert
My Chemical Romance is set to perform at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on July 26 and 27, 2025, as part of their The Black Parade tour. Special guest Wallows will open both shows. Tickets are available through authorized sellers.
🗓️ When: July 26, 27, 2025
📍Location: Dodger Stadium
8. Enter another realm at The Obscure
Shake things up by venturing into the mysterious realm of The Obscure, an exclusive distillery and cocktail bar where ethereal spirits and fine liquors intertwine in the shadows. Illuminated by candlelight, guests will embark on a multi-sensory journey through history, legend, and lore. Each cocktail and spirit tells a captivating story, transporting you with every sip into forgotten tales and untold legends. The Obscure promises an unparalleled cocktail-tasting experience filled with delightful surprises for the curious soul.
Tickets: Get your tickets to The Obscure here!
When: Dates through August 2024
📍Location: The Obscure, 1356 Palmetto Street, Los Angeles, 90013-2229
9. Fill your calendar with concerts happening all month long
We’re blessed with an incredible music scene in Los Angeles, and understandably so. We are the city of dreams after all — and we have incredible acts that are set to grace our incredible venues across the city all month long. Check out all the best concerts happening in L.A. this July!
10. Take in the sunshine at these free outdoor concerts
Now if you don’t want to spend the money on a ticket, no worries. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t need to spend money to experience the best musical acts in our city. From local parks, museums, and more — are home to free concerts happening all summer. Check out all the free outdoor concerts in L.A.!
11. Sip on cocktails atop a stunning rooftop bar
While you could also head to one of these natural swimming holes, or a stunning SoCal beach, having a delicious cocktail delivered straight to your hand while you enjoy amazing views of the sunset, is a must thing to do in L.A. this July. Check out the best rooftop bars in L.A.!
12. Wander through swathes of vivid sunflowers at these farms near L.A.
It really isn’t summer without sunflowers. There are three sunflower fields near Los Angeles that are a sea of vibrant yellow blooms in full display right now. You can stroll through these picturesque farms and even pick your own sunflowers to take home. Find sunflower fields near L.A. here!
13. Have a delicious brunch with a side of views
The heat and sunshine that July brings in is an ideal opportunity to self-indulge in delicious bites and sips while enjoying amazing views. Whether you prefer the sea breeze or being surrounded by lush greenery, these outdoor brunch restaurants won’t disappoint you.
14. Enjoy a film under the stars at one of these outdoor movie screenings
There’s nothing quite like enjoying an enchanting summer night filled with delicious bites, exciting entertainment and a whole lot of movie magic. Over the summer months, Los Angeles is spoiled with a plethora of outdoor cinemas in the most spectacular settings.
15. Catch local live music and more at The Mint
Since 1937, The Mint has been a staple in Los Angeles’ vibrant music scene. Over the decades, this historic venue has seen countless of legendary artists and even served as a launchpad for many of them. Known for its intimate atmosphere, The Mint continues to be a beloved music hotspot where both emerging talents and established stars grace the stage. Check out their schedule here!
📍Location: The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035
16. Head to one of the best beaches in and near L.A.
Summer becomes infinitely better when enjoyed beside the rejuvenating, salty ocean air. Whether you seek a serene spot for soaking in ocean views, embarking on a mini road trip, or exploring beaches in and near Los Angeles, there’s something for everyone.
Some beaches are perfect for sunbathing and swimming, while others are a surfer’s paradise, offering incredible waves. It’s a perfect activity to consider when planning what to do in Los Angeles in July, ensuring a memorable experience by the coast. Check out our favorite beaches here!
17. Go swimming or boating at one of these lakes
If you’re looking to escape the sweltering heat but prefer avoiding sandy beaches, consider a day trip or weekend getaway to a nearby lake. Whether these lakes are man-made or natural, they provide perfect opportunities for family fun and also relaxation, whether it’s fishing, swimming, or simply enjoying a boat ride. It’s a refreshing and tranquil option when planning what to do in L.A. this July. Find some gorgeous lakes around L.A. here!
18. Discover Cosm, the L.A. venue with an 87-foot 8K LED dome
Cosm Los Angeles invites you to experience immersive storytelling through cutting-edge technology and shared reality. Located in Inglewood’s Hollywood Park, Cosm features a massive dome for a display that transports guests into a world of shared reality experiences, from psychedelic visuals to The Matrix and everything in between! Tickets for Cosm Los Angeles are available here!
📍Where: Hollywood Park, 1201 S. District Drive, Inglewood, CA 90305
19. Escape the city with a glamping trip near L.A.
Glamping in July is the perfect way to enjoy starry nights and cozy comfort without sacrificing the great outdoors. Might we recommend visiting Idyllwild? This adorable alpine town in the San Jacinto Mountains offers small-town charm, miles of hiking and biking trails – and yes, a golden retriever mayor. And if you’re looking for more scenic spots to escape to, check out 11 dream glamping destinations around Los Angeles.
20. Kick it with the Empire Strykers at SoCal’s largest free youth soccer camp
The Empire Strykers are hosting the largest free youth soccer camp across Southern California, and it’s rolling out across three cities from Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1. Taking place in Upland, Fontana, and Rancho Cucamonga, this five-day event will feature professional players and coaches helping kids aged 4 to 17 sharpen their skills, build confidence, and have a blast – all at no cost. Every camper scores a free camp shirt and soccer ball, too. You can learn more and register at the official Strykers website.
🗓️ When: Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1
📍Locations: Upland, Fontana, and Rancho Cucamonga
21. The 2nd Annual Venice Beach Run at the Venice Beach Pier
The 2nd annual Venice Beach Run is taking place on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at the Venice Beach Pier. All proceeds are going to Los Angeles Parks Foundation to aid the Venice Beach Recreation Center in fostering health and recreation for the community. The LA Parks Foundation works to “enhance and conserve parks while promoting vital environmental education.”
The race is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, and it is the the only race that starts and finishes out over the water on the iconic Venice Beach Pier. Participants will receive a commemorative race shirt, a custom cinch bag, a die-cast finisher medal, and complimentary downloadable race photos. The finish line festival includes a beer garden, live DJs, opportunities to explore fitness expos, and sample offerings from local businesses and restaurants. You can get more info here!
🗓️ When: Saturday, July 19, 2025
📍Location: Venice Beach Pier (3100 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA)
22. Swap tales with strangers at the Storytelling Supper Club
The Storytelling Supper Club begins with a live set from a featured storyteller (a Moth Grand Slam winner), then guests share their own true stories at their tables between the courses of a delicious five-course meal. It’s soulful, cozy, and completely analog. It’s the rare kind of dinner party where strangers swap stories, pass the bread, and leave as friends.
🗓️ When: Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm
📍Location: Historic Craftsman + micro-farm in West Adams (address shared upon RSVP)
23. Get a free Luffy hat at this special ONE PIECE Night At Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium is having a special one-day stadium event celebrating the global hit, ONE PIECE. The special ONE PIECE Night will take place on Thursday, July 3 for the Dodgers’ 7:10 p.m. game against the Chicago White Sox.
ONE PIECE Night at Dodger Stadium will feature a range of themed activations throughout the venue, immersing fans in the world of the beloved series. As part of the celebration, the first 40,000 ticketed guests will receive a limited-edition, co-branded ONE PIECE straw hat (just like Luffy’s!) upon entry, while supplies last. The evening will wrap up with a spectacular drone show spotlighting fan-favorite characters from the series. Get more info here!
📍 Where: Dodger Stadium
📆 When: Thursday, July 3, 2025
24. Sip on an sweet iced matcha latte this month
Los Angeles’s matcha scene is thriving this summer, and we’re highlighting five standout spots to sip vibrant green goodness. Together, these cafés showcase how L.A.’s matcha game blends quality, creativity, and crave-worthy chill. Start a summer matcha tour at these best matcha spots in L.A.
25. Wander through purple heaven at one of these lavender farms
The gorgeous flower start blooming in mid-June and continue through July causing lavender fields come alive with spectacular and vibrant purple blooms, creating a picturesque sight. There are several lavender farms and fields to explore near Los Angeles offering festivals where you can pick your own bouquets or indulge in cosmetic and culinary products derived from this purple aromatic plant. Get the full list of lavender fields near L.A. here.
26. Enjoy the scent of freshly bloomed lotus blossoms at the Lotus Festival in Echo Park Lake
The Lotus Festival is a vibrant two-day celebration on July 12 -13 that brings together the rich cultural diversity of Los Angeles through a joyful blend of family-friendly activities, heritage traditions, and community spirit. Held at the picturesque Echo Park Lake each year when the lotus blossoms are in bloom, this beloved annual event honors the histories and contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander communities with an immersive experience for all ages. Learn all about it here!
📍 Where: Echo Park Lake (751 Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026)
📆 When: July 12–13, 2025
27. Dance the night away with KCRW
Finally, KCRW Summer Nights are back! Now L.A. gets to dance the warm nights away with some of KCRW’s hottest DJs and even beloved musical guests at prime L.A. locations like The Hammer Museum, Descanso Gardens, Chinatown, MOCA, and more. You can find the full KCRW schedule here!
28. Get a sugar rush at the sweetest 10K run in L.A.
The Carb Loaders Cookie Crawl is the tooth-achingly sweet 10k run that’s focused on eating all the best cookies in Los Angeles. As you run through the westside of Los Angeles, you’ll be stopping at 4 of L.A.’s favorite cookie bakeries. It’s a sweet event perfect for the whole family. Get more info here!
📍 Where: The exact starting location will be shared via email and on Instagram closer to the event. It’s in the Culver City/West Adams area.
📆 When: Saturday, July 26, 2025, from 1:30 – 5:00 pm
29. Cheer on the cuteness at Hello Kitty Night at LAFC
Get ready, LAFC fans and Hello Kitty lovers alike, something truly special is coming to the pitch this July. This lovely Hello Kitty Night will take place during LAFC’s match against the Colorado Rapids, adding an extra layer of fun to an already thrilling game. Fans attending can look forward to exclusive giveaways that add a collectible twist to the evening. Other opportunities include a Hello Kitty meet and greet, airbrush face painting, trivia, special edition concession cups and buckets, and more! Arriving early will be key to snagging these limited-edition treasures, so come ready to celebrate both the game and your fandom in style. Gates open at 6 pm. Get more info here!
📆 When: Wednesday, July 9, 2025. Kickoff at 7:30 PM PT
📍 Location: BMO Stadium, 3939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90037
30. Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA)
The Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA) will be hosting its 17th Annual Season Finale Concert at The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall on July 20, 2025, with a featured guest performance by singer and Grammy-nominated songwriter, Sheléa. The event marks the conclusion of ICYOLA’s 17th performance season and celebrates the remarkable talent and dedication of its young musicians. Get more information here!
📆 When: Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
📍 Location: Walt Disney Concert Hall (111 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012)
31. Go Back to the Frontier for a day!
Get ready to go Back to the Frontier for a day! To celebrate the premiere of their bold new show, Back to the Frontier, HBO Max and the Magnolia Network are hosting an immersive frontier-inspired pop-up event in L.A. to give city folk a glimpse into living a simpler life ‘off the grid.’ The pop-up will be at the Original Farmers Market. The event is open to all ages. The pop-up will feature rustic photo moments, complimentary summer sweet treats, and custom western hats with on-site personalization.
📆 When: Saturday, July 12th from 11 AM – 6 PM
📍 Where: Original Farmers Market (6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036)
32. Gaze up at the sky tonight to marvel at the Full Buck Moon
Don’t miss the Full Buck Moon tonight, July 10th! This full moon has a cool story behind its name, linked to nature and ancient traditions in North America. The name “Buck Moon” comes from a time of year when male deer, called bucks, start to grow new antlers. Learn more about this special moon phase here!
📆 When: July 10, 2025
33. Vibe out at the first-ever House & Coffee event at Cafe Fresco
Get ready for the first-ever House & Coffee event at Cafe Fresco on July 26th from 10AM–1PM. Enjoy a morning of coffee, community, and live DJ sets. It’s the perfect warm-up before Hard Summer! They’re also dropping a giveaway leading up to the event — exclusively for those who pull up that day. Get more info and RSVP here!
📆 When: Saturday, July 26th from 10AM–1PM
📍 Where: Cafe Fresco (6254 Wilshire Blvd Cafe Fresco, Los Angeles, CA)
34. Two Meet & Greets with Mexican soccer legend, Oribe Peralta
#1 Meet & Greet Mexican Soccer Legend Oribe Peralta at Metro by T-Mobile Store
Ahead of the Campeón de Campeones match, Metro by T-Mobile invites local LA soccer fans and the community for a chance to meet and snap a photo with Liga MX legend Oribe Peralta. Enjoy music, score exclusive giveaways including a chance to win tickets to the big match.
📆 When: Friday, July 18th, 2025 from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
📍 Where: Metro by T-Mobile (3468 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Los Angeles, CA 90063)
#2 Metro by T-Mobile Celebrates Campeón de Campeones: Meet & Greet Liga MX Legend Oribe Peralta and Exclusive Giveaways
Join Metro by T-Mobile for an exciting pre-match experience in honor of Campeón de Campeones! Fans are invited to step inside the immersive Metro footprint for exclusive opportunities to connect and celebrate soccer. Attendees will get the chance to meet fútbol legend Oribe Peralta and snap a selfie, explore an interactive mural by local artist Alex Ali Gonzalez, and take home free giveaways including a co-branded team scarf featuring Club América or Toluca (while supplies last). As a bonus, Metro customers will receive a $20 “On Us” stadium voucher, redeemable at any concession stand for food or beverages.
📆 When: Sunday, July 20th, 2025 from 1:30 pm – 6:15 pm (Oribe Peralta meet and greet: 3:45-4:45pm)
📍 Where: Dignity Health Sports Park (18400 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90746)
35. Illuminate the night at L.A’s Water Lantern Festival
Thousands of lanterns are set to sail creating a gorgeous warm glow this July. The Water Lantern Festival is making its dazzling return to Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. Thousands of glowing lanterns will float across the water, each carrying a unique message of hope, love, and dreams and creating a magical atmosphere that’s hard to beat. Learn how to attend here!
📅 When: July 25-27, 2025
📍Where: Whittier Narrows Recreation Area (750 S Santa Anita Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733)
36. Look to the skies at this free stargazing party
On July 31st, the Star Party Silverlake takes over Sunset Triangle Plaza for a casual night of stargazing, hosted by the Los Angeles Astronomical Society. Angelenos gather with telescopes to catch views of planets, the Moon, and distant star clusters. The vibe is social and laid-back, more like a cosmic happy hour than a science event. Get more info on this cool party here!
📆 When: Thursday, July 31, 2025 from 8 PM-10:30 PM
📍 Location: Sunset Triangle Plaza, 3700 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Originally written by Sophie Len.