Ah, it’s finally the weekend! With so many epic activities in Los Angeles, finding something to do can be quite a task. If you need plans or things to do this weekend—April 17-19, 2026—we’ve got you covered.
These are the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend! 👇
With contributions by Sofía Delpueche, Jamie Ferrell, Taylor Henderson, and Cat Huynh.
Music Festival Season Is Here — And Coachella Week 2 Is Underway
Warmer weather means more opportunities to enjoy live music outside, and music festival season kicks off in the desert – Coachella Week 2 is underway this weekend, and we’ve got the guides to help:
- Coachella 2026 Lineup Announced: Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber, Karol G, And More!
- Coachella Unveils Its 2026 Food Vendors: Here’s The Full List (& Our L.A. Faves)
- Sabrina Carpenter Is Bringing A ‘Pit Stop’ Pop-Up To Coachella Valley With Photo Ops, Merch, & Surprises – Here’s When & Where
Not headed to the desert, but still want to catch Bieber, Karol G, and all your other favorite artists? You can catch live performances via live stream on YouTube. Check out our full guide here!
Sometimes (ok, a lot of the time…) you just need to sit in a dark theater and chow down on popcorn. There are also a few buzzy releases out right now that make it an especially good time to go. Find tickets for your next film date here, and while you’re at it, be sure to follow @secret.filmclub on Instagram for all your TV & film news!
Visit the Butterfly Pavilion and more at the Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is one of the city’s most underrated days out.
Their Dinosaur Hall alone is worth the trip alone, with over 300 fossils and 20 mounted skeletons, and now guests can enjoy their newly opened Butterfly Pavilion.
Coachella 2025 promises an unforgettable festival experience with a star-studded lineup featuring Lady Gaga, Missy Elliott, and Travis Scott. If you’re not heading out to the desert, you can still join in from L.A.: Coachella 2025 will stream the festival for free on YouTube, so everyone can watch the performances from their devices. Starting on April 11, viewers can access multiple streams and on-demand highlights, ensuring no one misses a beat of this iconic celebration of music.
Catch the Lyrids peaking overnight April 21–22, 2026 — best after midnight away from city lights. If you’re craving a classic stargazing moment, the Lyrid meteor shower will be active April 15–29, 2026, with the peak occurring the night of April 21 into the early hours of April 22. Best viewing is after midnight from dark-sky locations near Los Angeles such as Anza-Borrego, Joshua Tree, Angeles National Forest, and Malibu Creek State Park.
Check out the first U.S. pop-up from Spanish streetwear brand, Nude Project, right in L.A.
European streetwear brand Nude Project has touched down in LA for its biggest US pop-up yet. The brand has built a following among Gen Z in Europe, fueled by collaborations with names like Karol G, Rauw Alejandro, and Ronaldinho, and they’ve brought that energy to West Hollywood! The pop-up is going from Monday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day, until April 19.
To kick things off, they’re hosting a free DJ set with Chase B this Friday, April 10. Get a first look at their pop-up this month, and see what the hype is about before it spreads stateside.
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For a bright, springy outing in L.A., Descanso Gardens in La Cañada Flintridge expects its brilliant tulip plantings to peak in March 2026. Volunteers planted over 35,000 bulbs near the entrance and along the promenades, and now’s the time to book tickets to see them.
Spring cleaning makes this a great time of year to thrift and to give back. As you make room for new gifts, consider donating to local spots like Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles, The Council Shop, or Out of the Closet. Check out our full guide to donation events in L.A.!
This is also your reminder that Coachella Week 1 is almost here, which means this is your last real weekend to pull the look together. If you’re more in the mood to browse, here are a few of our favorite thrift shops throughout Los Angeles.
If you’re looking for a standout museum stop this weekend, LACMA’s Fútbol Is Life by Lyndon J. Barrois Sr. presents life-size figures, miniature dioramas and stop-motion “sportraits” that examine soccer’s cultural, political and human history.
Experience a Candlelight Concert at an intimate and unique L.A. venue. These dreamy Candlelight concert series is ever-evolving, while showcasing some of our city’s most talented local musicians.
This season, catch incredible performances happening at stunning locations around the city, filled with romantic candlelight. From Frank Sinatra to Hans Zimmer, you’ll get to listen to top talent performing curated pieces across a range of genres.
We’re lucky to enjoy some of the world’s biggest concert tours here in L.A. every single month. Here’s what’s going on this week:
- March 30-April 4: Mitski at Hollywood High School
- April 3: Robert Glasper at Blue Note Los Angeles
- April 4: LANY at Intuit Dome
What began as a small Canadian story has become a cultural phenomenon – and nowl, Angelenos can experience it in person. The original Kim’s Convenience stage play, starring playwright Ins Choi alongside cast members Kelly Seo, Esther Chung, Ryan Jinn, and Brandon McKnight, opens at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles.
Chef Alejandro Eusebio just opened Amiguita, a 34-seat Silver Lake restaurant, on March 11, 2026, showcasing Afro-Caribbean cuisine cooked in a Mibrasa charcoal oven. The limited, family-style dinner menu is served Wednesday–Sunday from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm with a drinks program by Mara Herbkersman.
The 16-time Oscar-nominated film Sinners is being celebrated with a limited-time exhibition at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood, featuring costumes, props, and sets from the movie. The exhibit allows visitors to explore elements from the film, including items worn by Michael B. Jordan and other cast members.
Bluey and Bingo make their first-ever Disney park debut at Disneyland’s Fantasyland Theatre starting March 22. If you’re looking for a family-friendly pick for your weekend plans, Bluey and Bingo debut at Disneyland with a new live experience opening March 22 at the Fantasyland Theatre, featuring live shows, photo opportunities, themed food and merchandise. The experience runs through the year and is included with regular park admission.
The Autry Museum of the American West is a goldmine of information and insight into everything associated with the American West. Boasting over 600,000 cultural and artistic items, Autry beautifully connects ancient times with the present. It is also home to one of the biggest and most important Native American collections in the country. Welcome the Cowboy Action!
Cheer on your favorite local L.A. teams
A home game to catch this week:
- April 4: LAFC vs. Orlando City at BMO Stadium.
There’s something grounding about wandering through a bookstore in L.A. with a caffeinated beverage in your hand. Whether you’re browsing through the stacks at Book Soup in West Hollywood or Vroman’s in Pasadena, our guide to the Best Bookstores In Los Angeles That Every Bookworm Needs To Visit has something for every kind of reader. Slow down, and get cozy!
Get your photo taken like it’s 1999! On a stretch of Beverly Boulevard that’s constantly evolving, one studio has remained beautifully frozen in time. Step inside Tom’s One Hour Photo Studio & Lab, and you’re instantly transported back to 1999. Take a photo with Tom and be a part of Hollywood history!
Sometimes we need to slow things down a bit. For more low-key ideas, from a lowkey hike to cozy indoor escapes, like grabbing a cup of tea with friends at Tea at Shiloh or booking a breathwork session, check out 16 Ways And Places To Unwind In Los Angeles, our guide to some of the city’s best ways to reset.
Volunteer in the L.A. community
As L.A.’s largest volunteer action center, LA Works, connects Angelenos with hands-on community service projects across the city, from food distribution to neighborhood cleanups and nonprofit support. There are many unique ways to help, if you want to turn a free day into an impactful one!
Los Angeles has never had a shortage of places to make you laugh, and this weekend is no exception. Whether you land at a legendary Sunset Strip institution or a tiny lowkey club (trust us, some of the best shows happen there), there’s a lineup worth catching any night of the week. Our guide to the best comedy clubs in the city is a good place to start.
Did you know that the L.A. region is home to more than 800 museums? If the weather turns gloomy, we have a number of amazing museums to retreat to.
You can still see Selena: From Texas to the World at the Grammy Museum.
And of course, with the Oscars happening this weekend, and if you want to get into the spirit, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is the obvious destination. It’s one of the great film museums in the world, and always worth a visit regardless of what’s screening or on exhibition. Right now the museum is exhibiting Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo, with over 100 objects donated by the studio, many making their North American debut.
A new Hammer Museum show uses living materials that change, decay, and disappear over time. If you’re looking for a thought-provoking museum stop this weekend in Los Angeles, check out Several Eternities In A Day, a new Hammer Museum exhibition showcasing over 100 works by nearly two dozen artists from across the Americas. The show highlights living materials that evolve and decay in large-scale installations, paintings, and mixed-media sculpture. The Hammer Museum offers free admission, with garage parking costing $8 for the first three hours.