Weekend

LA Beer Fest
The seventh annual LA Beer Festival will feature over 200 beers, 15 food trucks, DJs, two bands, and more surprises. $40 (includes beer sampling, food sold separately), tickets won’t be sold at the door; Saturday, noon-3 pm & 5-8 pm; LA Center Studios, 5555 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA

Month Of Photography Los Angeles
You can get your fix of photography all month long with this event. It features over 20 different events and exhibitions celebrating all things photography. Find events here.

A Tribute To Rock ‘N’ Roll
Check out rare photos of rock’s most famous legends, like Kurt Cobain, The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson, and more at Kevin Mazur’s photography exhibit. Through Sunday, April 19; Schott NYC at The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA 91210; 818.637.8982

Ojai Pixie Tangerine Month
Ojai is known for it’s fields and fields of tangerines and they have designated April Pixie Tangerine Month. Join in activities and snag special deals like Jeep tours of the city’s citrus groves, discounts at local boutiques, pixie spa treatments, cooking classes, and more. Events listed here. Ojai, CA

Santa Anita Derby
Put on your dress and wide-brim hat for the annual Santa Anita Derby, one of the most prestigious horse races leading up to the Kentucky Derby. California Chrome is fighting for the $1-million prize. Saturday; Santa Anita Park, 285 W Huntington Dr., Santa Anita, CA; 626.574.7223

Eat|See|Hear
LA’s outdoor movie, food truck and live music event series is back with its fourth annual series. They kick it all off on Saturday, May 9 at Santa Monica High School with “Pitch Perfect”, but tickets are on sale now. Eat|See|Hear runs through September 12 at venues across Los Angeles and they are also bringing back its “Christmas in July” celebration on July 25 with “Love Actually,” and the night will include dozens of Santas, as well as holiday decorations, raffles and a donation drive for Best Friends Animal Society. Prior to each movie, local up-and-coming bands will perform live, and popular food trucks will provide great bites and drinks (over 110 different trucks throughout the season). See full line up here. $12, limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $14 (cash or credit card); doors: 5:30 pm, band: 7 pm, movie: 8:30 pm

Film Noir Festival
See 26 Film Noir movies on the big screen over 12 nights at the 17th annual festival. American Cinematheque and Film Noir Foundation present films that spread over the full gamut. You’ll see some usual suspects as well as rarely screened gems, including the Foundation’s new 35mm restorations of The Guilty and Woman on the Run, as well as new prints of The Underworld Story, No Abras Nunca Esa Puerta and Si Muero Antes de Despertar (two classic Argentine noirs making their Los Angeles premieres). Through April 19; Egyptian Theatre, 6712 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
This cultural spot is known for its lush gardens, its rare-books and blue-chip paintings. Now, the nearly century-old institution has undergone a face-lift, welcoming you with a brand-new visitors center. The Steven S. Koblik Education and Visitor Center has a new, larger Huntington store, a coffee shop, a new auditorium, a new orientation gallery, a café overlooking a terrace and more. A work by sculptor Alexander Calder, Jerusalem Stabile, greets you. $8-23; Opens Saturday; 1151 Oxford Rd., San Marino; 626.405.2141

The Gadarene Swine‘s Brunch
Great news for brunch lovers (which is all of Los Angeles). The vegan-friendly The Gadarene Swine is launching a $7 brunch everyday in Studio City. Now, you can get dishes like buckwheat banana pancakes and nasi goreng any day. Daily, 11 am-2:30 pm; 11266 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA; 818.508.5500

Wicked Tea Service
LIVELLO at L’Ermitage Beverly Hills is now offering a boozy tea program – the naughtier (and better) version of afternoon tea. Every food item features a different kind of liquor infused seamlessly with Chef Roger Thomas’ delectable bites of savory and sweet selections. Munch on cranberry, gin & organce scones; bacon & bourbon scones; cognac & caramel chocolate brownies, passion fruit liquor & chocolate macarons; and smoked salmon with dill on Fernet Branca pumpernickel bun. Cocktails include hibiscus & chamomile and strawberry tea Pimm’s Cup. $75 (includes one champagne cocktail or one hot tea with purchase price); daily 11 am – 4 pm through the end of June 2015; 9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.278.3344

Last Call Supper
Celebrate Good Friday at Villains Tavern‘s Last Call Supper. Chefs Robbie Richter and Chris Peterson will be grilling up shrimp and chicken skewers anointed with a secret marinade. Choose between cups of a very special, blessed red wine sangria or the featured drink of the night, The Rusty Nail, which mixes scotch, whiskey and Drambuie, a liqueur made with herbs and honey. Live music and good times are guaranteed. 1356 Palmetto St., Los Angeles, CA 90013; 213.613.0766

Mad Men Party
Now Boarding is celebrating Mad Men with live jazz and the season premiere on two big screens. Sunday, 7 pm; 7746 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA; 323.848.8447

“Fit to Feast”
This spring, Hotel Erwin is partnering with health coach Allison Hagendorf to introduce a monthly “Fit to Feast” workout and brunch series. Bringing together foodies and fitness fans, this series of non-stop sweat sessions will make the post-workout rooftop feast worth every last bite. You will receive health coaching, a beach training session and a post-fitness meal curated by Allison Hagendorf and prepared by Chef Adam Steudle. The first edition will be an ‘egg-stravaganza’ in honor of Easter and Passover weekend, featuring the many benefits of eggs as an important part of the Fit to Feast lifestyle. Chef Adam will offer an egg-cellent array of healthy egg dishes, coupled with protein and vegetables. $45; Saturday, 10 am – Noon; Hotel Erwin, 1697 Pacific Ave., Venice, CA 90291

Ray’s and Stark Bar‘s “Riddle Me This” Bi-Weekly Dinner
Adventurous eaters, order at your own risk! Executive Chef Viet Pham’s new “Riddle Me This” bi-weekly dinner special has a riddle printed on the menu that will clue you in on the mystery dish. The single hint is that these menu items will utilize the rarer, lesser known bits of the animal. This weekend is “The cheekist” part of the pig. Friday & Saturday through May 30, every Friday and Saturday, 5 pm to close; Ray’s & Stark Bar, LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.857.6180

Big Bunny Spring Fling
Find EGGciting activities for the whole family including petting a bunny, face painting, crafts, photos with “Big Bunny” and children’s musical entertainment. All activities are free with paid zoo admission (except “Big Bunny” photos, which are additional). $19/general zoo admission (ages 13 to 61), $16/seniors (ages 62+), and $14/children (ages 2 to 12); Friday-Sunday; 5333 Zoo Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027; 323.644.4200

Easter Cupcake-Decorating Class At Duff’s Cakemix
Celebrate Easter at Duff’s Cakemix, where you’ll be given everything you need to make your own bunny-inspired creations. And, we are in Los Angeles, so there are vegan options too! Friday, 11 am-12:30 pm; Duff’s Cakemix, 8302 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA; 323.650.5555

Westfield Century City
Celebrate the holiday with Westfield’s Easter Bash with Easter egg hunt, family photos, petting zoo and story time by Giggles N’ Hugs. Saturday, noon-5 pm; 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 310.277.3898; RSVP: CenturyCity@us.westfield.com

Annual Easter Bonnet Contest at The Abbey
Hosted by the lovely Candice Cayne, this event is sure to be as memorable as the years before, featuring cocktails made with Grey Goose and Bacardi, food, and fun; this Easter will definitely be another Sunday Funday for the books! Sunday; 692 N Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069; 310.289.8410

Hornblower Cruises
Sip champagne while taking in the costal view as you cruise Marina del Rey. Enjoy an Easter brunch full of delicious breakfast fare, holiday classics, chocolatey treats, live entertainment and the Easter Bunny. $68+; Sunday, 11:30 am-2 pm; 13755 Fiji Way, Marina Del Rey, 310.301.6000

The Grove and The Americana at Brand
Get your fix of bunnies with Bunny Brunches and a Bunny Bungalow at The Grove and Americana at Brand. At The Grove meet the Easter bunny over brunch at American Girl Place and enjoy an Easter event in The Park with crafts, face painting, a bunny petting zoo; while at The Americana at Brand you can brunch at Trattoria Amici, enjoy an Easter Egg hunt and a VIP photo opp in the Bunny Bungalow. Saturday; The Americana at Brand, 889 Americana Way, Glendale, 818.637.8900; The Grove, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA; 888.315.8883

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The Motley x Frank & Oak Pop-Up
This is the perfect spot to grab gifts for the guys in your life. Head to this pop-up collaboration from two online retailers, where you’ll find clothes, grooming products, and accessories that will make any man happy. Through Sunday, April 12; 40 Smith Alley, Pasadena, CA

The Ultimate Festival Sale
Coachella is 10 days away, so now is the time to get your wardrobe in check. Head to Eagle Rock to get your hands on major labels including Stone Cold Fox, Jen’s Pirate Booty, Flynn Skye, and Novella Royale; swimwear from L*Space; clothing and accessories from Cleobella; and jewelry from Vanessa Mooney. Saturday, 10 am-4 pm; 3716 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90065

Pop Your Shop Presents “Buchella”
This pre- Coachella shopping event  will have top festival fashions that will get you ready for all your music festival festivities. Expect styles from the J.D. Luxe Fashion Truck, enjoy live music, flash tats, a Tipi Lounge, food trucks, and great wine. Saturday, 12-6 pm; Rosenthal Winery, 18741 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA; RSVP@Popyourshop.com

Melrose Pop-Up
The Naven Twins are teaming up with Vancouver-based boutique Mine & Yours to host a pop-up shop on Melrose. The event will feature previously owned designer clothing and bags by Miu Miu, Louis Vuitton, Rag & Bone, Acne, Chloe, Tom Ford, Givenchy, Alexander Wang, and LA-based brands, including Naven, Native Gem Jewelry, and Ettika Jewelry. You will score those luxury labels for 60-80% off! Through Sunday, 11 am-8 pm; 7303 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046

DSTLD Collective Pop-Up
Local denim line DSTLD is hosting this multi-designer pop-up shop, where you’ll find under-$100 jeans from the brand, spring-ready items from StyleSaint, Voda Swim, Lunya, and more. Complimentary wine, Health-Ade kombucha, and Make Up For Ever samples make it even more fun. Saturday, 1-5 pm; DSTLD, 8899 Beverly Blvd., #100b, West Hollywood, CA 90048; 888.246.7163

Echo Park Craft Fair Pop-Up
No need to wait ’til the next Echo Park Craft Fair — founders Rachel Craven and Beatrice Valenzuela have curated a pop-up shop at MOCA, where you can find their own creations — plus over 20 other designers’ goods. Now through Sunday, May 10; MOCA Store, 250 S Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA; 213.626.6222

Mott 50 and Vipe Pop-Up
These fashionable fitness brands are invading Mona Moore’s former space on Abbot Kinney for a month-long pop-up shop. Known for their innovative fabrics and figure-flattering silhouettes, both female run brands are debuting their latest collections at the space. In addition to its signature SPF-powered apparel (all their pieces are UPF50 certified), swimwear, and surf gear ($58-178), Mott 50 will introduce its first-ever kid pieces. European-designed, American-made label Vipe is rolling out its high-performance “dawn-to-dinner” spring line ($48-122) created by the designer formerly behind Stella McCartney for Adidas. Through Thursday, April 30; 1112 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291