Stouts N Staches Fest
Flash your stache at the 2nd annual Stouts N Staches Fest in Venice Beach, and raise funds and awareness for the Movember Foundation. Starting at the Hotel Erwin with fun activities, including a photo booth, live bands & DJ, MO trims, contests and more, this party will then take over Windward Circle for a full on block party. Flooding the streets in mustache gear, you can enjoy $5 craft beer and food specials with the official wristband at all participating locations. Download Curb & Use Code SNS2014 for $15 off your first taxi ride. $10, $50/VIP; Saturday, 2-8 pm; Hotel Erwin & Windward Circle, 1697 Pacific Ave., Venice Beach, CA 90291
Mustache Dache 5k
It’s Movember, so why not join in a mustache run? Help support and raise awareness for men’s health issues and participate in this quirky 5k. Sunday, 9 am; CBS, 4135 Radford Ave., Studio City 91604
The Great Los Angeles Walk
Check out historical buildings and different parts of the city during this Los Angeles walk! Saturday, 9 am; Warner Center Park, 5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Woodland Hills
Free Bites at The Bazaar
Get to the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills this weekend because Jose Andrés tweeted that he would be around his restaurant, The Bazaar, giving away free Philly cheesesteaks! Friday, 5-6 pm;
#miZXFLUX app
To celebrate the U.S. launch of the #miZXFLUX app and the next chapter in the ZX story, adidas Originals opens their innovative ZXFLUX Experience exhibition in Los Angeles. The Los Angeles exhibition will mirror the New York activation as both an immersive and interactive experience with the #miZXFLUX app. The ZXFLUX Experience will consist of a daytime retail pop-up store with giveaways, a photo booth and other activities while browsing limited edition ZXFLUX shoes designed by some of today’s biggest influencers in music, sports and entertainment. Along the walls of the space will be the original ZXFLUX colorways and inline prints, along with a new ZXFLUX print pack made exclusively for the occasion. Food will be provided by the Mexi Calbi food truck along with complimentary refreshments by Philz Coffee, Reed’s Ginger Brew and AQUAHydrate. Saturday, 2-8 pm; 1006 S Olive St., Los Angeles, CA
Hollywood Hotel’s Comedy Club
Located on-site at the hotel, many A-list celebrities have visited the Comedy Club’s Open-Mic Nights, including Jessica Biel, Kristen Wiig, Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, BJ Novak and Aiden Quinn. This weekend Hollywood Hotel has a all-star line up that will keep you laughing: Hosted by Quincy L. Johnson II and Alex Mandelberg, Josh Denny, Mark Agree, JC Currais, Lisa Best, Wendi Starling, Marcella Arguello, Peter Banachowski, Mychael Anthony, Susanna Lee Lucky-Deluxe, Briana Carolyn, and Renee Colvert. Saturday, 10 pm; 1160 N Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90029
Dog Haus Opens in Burbank
The Pasadena-based spot known for its gourmet hot dogs, sausages, burgers, and one-of-a-kind creations, will be opening its fourth franchise location in Burbank. To celebrate the opening, you can swing by for a free Haus Dog from a selection of Dog Haus’ classic all-beef skinless dog offerings, all served up on grilled King’s Hawaiian Rolls. Options will include the Sooo Cali with arugula, tomato, crispy onions, spicy basil aioli and avocado; the Downtown featuring a smoked bacon wrapped dog topped with caramelized onions, roasted bell peppers, mayo, mustard, and ketchup; and The Cowboy with white American cheese, smoked bacon, bbq sauce, and crispy onions. Saturday, 11 am-10 pm; 3817 W Olive Ave., Burbank, CA, 91505; 626-796-HAUS
Coffee-Making Set at Hand & Machine Studio
Pour over coffee is the new it thing to do, why not learn how to to make your own fully functioning pour-over coffee set? It’s taking coffee to a whole new level. Saturday, 10 am-1 pm; Hand & Machine Studio, 2035 Bay St., Los Angeles; 310.809.4887
Los Angeles Auto Show
Founded in 1907, the Los Angeles Auto Show is one of the most influential automotive events. Each year, for ten days, the show takes center stage at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This year, expect nearly 60 debuts of new vehicles and be one of the first in the world to see these new cars and trucks up close and personal. Plus, see an array of aftermarket tuners and fine accessories. $5-15; Friday-November 30, 10 am-7 pm; Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Carb & Nation at the Santa Monica Playhouse
Carb & Nation is ready to serve hungry foodies and theater-goers at the Santa Monica Playhouse. The one-woman show by performer Shelley Fisher, “Rockin’ in Memphis with The Hebrew Hillbilly” brings the popular tongue-in-cheek performance back to the stage with a special menu item made by the guys at Carb & Nation. Shelley’s food centric show has been seen across the country and has gotten rave reviews by Huffington Post, In Hollywood Magazine and much more. A ticket to the show includes the performance and a after show reception with complimentary champagne and small bites from Carb & Nation. $35; Saturday, 8 pm; Santa Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th St., Santa Monica, CA
Thanksgiving Community Oven Day / Bread Donation Day
Grist & Toll would like to invite you to join MOMO and the local bread baking community in creating a special Thanksgiving Event. The goal is to make, bake and donate at least 100 loaves of bread. To bring and bake your own loaf to donate please email info@gristandtoll.com with the number of loaves you’d like to bake and donate as well as stating your oven load in time preference (11 am, 12:30 pm, 2 pm, 3:30 pm, 5 pm). Grist & Toll will also be celebrating their one year anniversary with beverages and snacks. Sunday
Doma Kitchen & Two Guns Espresso’s Pop Up dinner Series
Doma Kitchen is teaming up with another local favorite, Two Guns Espresso to introduce the South Bay to a Pop Up Dinner Series. You can expect a 3-course rotating menu including customer favorites like the Russian Pelmeni dumplings filled with lamb and wrapped in a thin, unleavened dough; Several House made Smoked Sausages with pickled vegetables; and a selection of desserts paired with Two Guns Espresso. Beer and wine will be available for purchase at the Pop Up Dinner Series and you are also welcome to BYO with a corkage fee of $10 for wine and $5 for beer. Along with a rotating menu, you will also be able to have a look and taste of what will be on the menu at the new Manhattan Beach, Doma Kitchen which is set to open in early 2015. $35; Friday & Saturday; 350 N Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; Resys: DomaKitchen@gmail.com or 310.372.7298
Chill at The Queen Mary
The Queen Mary’s giant dome will be frozen over and transformed into an enormous igloo. The “ice kingdom” features larger-than-life ice creations including breaking waves, dancing dolphins and a surfing Santa. Experience frozen scenes from The Nutcracker, walk-through castles, and explore a life-size candy cane forest, and slip down three ice slides off of a 30-foot high replica of The Queen Mary. Enjoy ice tubing, ice skating, holiday carolers and more. $30-40; opens Friday; 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, 877.342.0738
Hermosa Beach Sidewalk Festival
Stroll through the shops and restaurants in downtown Hermosa Beach and get a jump on holiday shopping. Local businesses will be getting in the holiday spirit with holiday decorations and featured merchandise on the sidewalks in front of their stores. Plus, enjoy live music throughout the day and children’s activities. Downtown Hermosa Beach. Saturday
Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting
Nearly 150,000 lights will illuminate Rodeo Drive during the annual lighting ceremony. The festivities will feature the lighting of the holiday lights, a fireworks show and a confetti “snow” shower. In celebration of their 250th anniversary, the French luxury lifestyle brand Baccarat has partnered with Gearys Beverly Hills to hang 16 full size Baccarat chandeliers over the famed street. Additionally lining the median of Rodeo Drive between Santa Monica and Wilshire Boulevards will be lit birch trees, 42 iridescent palm trees and hundreds of vibrant red poinsettias. Sunday, 6 pm; 300 block of Rodeo Drive near the intersection of Rodeo Drive and Brighton Way, Beverly Hills
Sales:
Rodarte
It only happens twice a year. The LA label is hosting its secret sample sale somewhere in LA. Although a location and time has yet to be confirmed, the past two sales took place at DTLA’s Reserve Lofts (409 W Olympic Blvd) and ran from 10 am-7 pm, so there’s a strong chance that there will be a three-peat. As for merchandise, expect logo T-shirts and sweatshirts, along with spring/summer 2013 and fall/winter 2014 accessories, shoes, and runway pieces. Friday; 409 W Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Riller & Fount
Score up to 80% off the LA basic brand’s dresses, tops, bottoms, and more during its fall sample sale. Friday 10 am-2 pm, Saturday, 10 am-3 pm; 308 E 9th St.,Los Angeles, CA 90015
Michelle Jonas Travelwear
Enjoy up to 90% off the LA designer’s travel-ready tops, bottoms, dresses, and more during her one-day sample sale. Friday, 9 am-4 pm; 719 S Los Angeles St.,Los Angeles, CA 90014
Nightcap: Cooper Building
Score deep discounts on the boho-cool brand’s tops, bottoms, dresses, and more during its two-day sample sale. Friday & Saturday, 9 am-4 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St.,Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Nick & Mo
Get tops, dresses, jackets, coats, and more for $5-25 during the vintage-inspired brand’s cash-only warehouse sale. Friday-Sunday, 10 am-5 pm; 6735 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Olukai
Enjoy 50-75% off the luxury Hawaiian footwear brand’s shoes, boots, sandals, and more for men and women during its two-day warehouse sale. Bring your own bag for a chance to win a family 4-pack of footwear. Friday, 11 am-4 pm, Saturday, 8 am-4 pm; 7391 Heil Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Rebecca Minkoff
Score up to 75% off M.A.B. Totes, M.A.C. Minis, 5-Zips, and more bag bestsellers, plus pre-fall apparel during the designer’s fall sample sale. Friday 11 am-8 pm, Saturday 11 am-7 pm, Sunday 11 am-6 pm; 4661 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.661.9010
Ted Baker London: Cooper Building
Get women’s dresses starting at $55, women’s wallets starting at $30, men’s knits starting at $40, men’s leather bags starting at $60 during the UK-based label’s DTLA sample sale. Friday, 9 am-5 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Ström: Cooper Building
Score the denim brand’s spring/summer and fall/winter jeans for $20-80 during its sample sale. Friday, 10 am-5 pm; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
360Sweater, Skull Cashmere
Get major discounts on 360Sweater and Skull Cashmere’s cozy beach-inspired knits, tops, and more during their two-day fall sample sale. Friday, 9 am-5:30 pm, Saturday, 10 am-2 pm; 1522 Cloverfield Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90404
A List Sample Sales
Enjoy 50-5% off designer brands like Chanel, Balenciaga, Isabel Marant, Haute Hippie and more high-end labels during A List Sample Sale’s holiday pop-up. Hours are Wednesday-Friday, 11 am-6 pm and Saturday & Sunday, 10 am-5 pm. Through December 22nd; 1080 S La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035
Lisa Maree: Cooper Building
Score up to 90% off the Aussie brand’s crochet tops, dresses, bodysuits, and more during its two-day sample sale. This means $10, $20, and $30 racks. Friday, 9 am; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Koral & Koral Activewear
Score the the brand’s denim and activewear for $20 and $30 during the two-day sample sale. Note that there are no changing rooms and strollers are not allowed. Friday& Saturday, 10 am-6 pm; 5524 Alcoa Ave., Vernon, CA 90058
H Lorenzo
Still ongoing is the designer boutique’s month-long tent sale, which has up to 80% off men’s and women’s apparel, footwear, and accessories from labels like Comme des Garçons, MSGM, Ann Demeulemeester, and more. Through November 30th; 8660 W Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90069; 310.659.1434
Hello Kitty: Marriott Fullerton
Take up to 70% off Hello Kitty stationery, jewelry, accessories, home goods, and much more during the Sanrio star’s two-day warehouse sale. Saturday, 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 10 am-3 pm; California State University Fullerton, 2701 Nutwood Ave., Fullerton, CA 92831
Heath Ceramics
Score 20% off the ceramics company’s tableware, tiles, vases, and more during its five-day annual sale. Coffee, baked goods, and lunch available on Saturday & Sunday; for a full list of events, click here. Friday through November 25th; 525 N Beverly Glen Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90077
Fashion Chic Factory Outlet
Enjoy up to 90% off designer jewelry from Bloomingdale’s, Saks, Nordstromsand more high-end stores during the factory outlet’s two-day sale. Friday, 8 am-5 pm, Saturday, 8 am-3 pm; 26017 Huntington Lane, Valencia, CA 91355
Eleven Paris: Cooper Building
Enjoy deals on the French label’s apparel and accessories for women, men, and kids. Friday & Saturday; 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014; 213.627.3754
Diva Furniture
Get up to 60% a host of high-end furniture and home decor brands during Diva Group’s warehouse sale. Friday & Saturday, 9 am-5 pm; 3364 S Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Dance & Marvel
Score the LA-based contemporary label’s tops, dresses, bottoms, and more for $5-30 during their six-day sample sale. Friday, 8 am-6 pm; 2460 E 12th St., Los Angeles, CA 90021
Closed Denim: Cooper Building
Score men’s and women’s denim for $50, coats starting at $100, knits for $40, tops for $15 during the LA label’s two-day sample sale; accessories, footwear, and handbags will also be there. Friday, 9 am-5 pm; Cooper Design Space, 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
California Market Center
Score major deals on women’s, men’s, and kids’ clothing; furniture; home goods; and more from a host of showrooms during the California Market Center’s holiday sample sale. It’s happening every Friday in November and December (excluding November 28th). Friday, 9 am-3 pm; 110 E 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90079; 213.630.3600
Alo Yoga, Bella Canvas, Bella Luxx
Get 70% off stylish yoga apparel from Alo Yoga; Cali-cool tops, dresses, and more from Bella Luxx, and women’s and men’s basics from Bella+Canvas during the two-day holiday sample sale. Saturday & Sunday, 9 am-7 pm; 5555 Telegraph Rd., Commerce, CA 90040
AG Jeans: Cooper Building
Score the LA denim brand’s bottoms for $60-80, jackets for $50, and tops for $20-40 during its two-day sample sale. Friday 9 am-4 pm; Cooper Design Space, 860 S Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA 90014
