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—March 6-8, 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.
The 41st annual Los Angeles Marathon will take over city streets this Sunday, March 8th, 2026.
The 26.2-mile route begins at Dodger Stadium, passing through Downtown, Little Tokyo, Echo Park, Hollywood, West Hollywood, and the Westside, before finishing in Century City at Santa Monica Boulevard and Avenue of the Stars.
Tens of thousands of spectators turn out all along the route to support runners from all over the world, and to enjoy live entertainment including mariachi, DJ performances, drummers, and more.
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.
If you’re looking for a magical, after-dark adventure to add to your weekend plans, Astra Lumina is calling. The globally acclaimed Astra Lumina is back in Los Angeles this festive season, transforming the South Coast Botanic Garden into an enchanted night walk. Guests are invited to discover a celestial pathway of lustrous light, cosmic visions, and astral song, all created by the visionary minds at Moment Factory.
If you’re looking for something delightfully whimsical to do this weekend, the Little Tokyo Flea Market is hosting a Studio Ghibli-themed market on Sunday, March 8, 2026, featuring themed goods, art, merch, vintage items, and handmade trinkets across the mall’s first and second floors and outdoor area. Vendors will offer collectibles inspired by films like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and more.
For a festive weekend outing just outside L.A., the O.C. Lantern Festival returns to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall on March 7, 2026, co-presented by Pacific Symphony and the South Coast Chinese Cultural Center. The day features indoor performances of Chinese dance, martial arts, and orchestral collaborations, plus hands-on outdoor lantern decorating, riddles, an art contest display, and a community dragon parade on Argyros Plaza.
If you’re up for a family-friendly nature outing, this bald eagle watching in Fawnskin lets visitors observe Jackie and Shadow through professional spotting scopes with trained naturalists, while learning about nesting, hunting behavior, and conservation.
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.
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.
Gott’s Roadside’s newest location opens on March 6, 2026, at the Original Farmers Market. The new L.A. outpost will offer a wide menu of burgers, plant-based options, shakes, a bar, and a dedicated soft-serve window.
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 (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!
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!
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!
Post-holiday 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.!
If you’re more in the mood to browse, here are a few of our favorite thrift shops throughout Los Angeles.
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!
Sometimes you have to laugh the holidays off, am I right? This weekend, you can catch comedians like Morgan Jay and Melissa Villaseñor at The Laugh Factory! If you can’t catch that one, our full list of comedy clubs around LA has plenty of other options to choose from.
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.
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is currently hosting an exhibition dedicated to the 50th anniversary of Jaws, and you can still see Selena: From Texas to the World at the Grammy Museum.