Los Angeles Weekend Roundup
Friday
The Micheaux Film Festival Returns to Regal Cinemas at L.A. Live
The 2022 Micheaux Film Festival makes its return to Los Angeles. Sponsored by OWN and Sony Pictures, the multicultural and BIPOC festival gives independent artists a platform to share their stories of diverse representation, gender, and identity parity. $20 – $200; Friday – Sunday, 1000 W. Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 844.462.7342
Patio del Mar, Santa Monica’s Newest Al Fresco Bistro, Opens at Hotel Casa del Mar
Patio del Mar, Santa Monica’s newest al fresco bistro, boasts mouthwatering seafood, “unrivaled views of the Pacific Ocean, and a laid-back West Side atmosphere.” The seafood-driven menu features a Melon & Burrata Salad, Oysters, Shrimp Ceviche, Salmon Tartare, Dungeness Crab, Avocado Toast, Maine Lobster Roll, Beef Carpaccio, and more. $31+(Reservations recommended); Thursday, 12 – 7:00 pm; Hotel Casa del Mar – 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA, 90405; 310.581.5533
MLB All-Star Beach Yoga at the Santa Monica Pier
In honor of the 2022 All-Star Game at Dodger Stadium, Beach Yoga SoCal, the MLB, and Cue Health invite you to a one-of-a-kind free beach yoga experience. Connect with nature as you flow to the rhythmic sounds of the ocean while breathing in the fresh sea air. The special complimentary yoga class will take place all weekend long at the Santa Monica Pier, and each participant will receive a free official All-Star Beach Yoga Mat. Free with registration (see below); Friday – Sunday, 9 – 10:00 am; Santa Monica Pier – 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401; on the beach immediately south of the Pier; 424.262.5362;
Registration
- Download the MLB Ballpark App
- Select the Dodgers as your favorite team
- Sign up or Log in to your MLB account
- Click on the Oceanfront logo
Saturday
The Waldorf Astoria Invites You to the Summer Taste Series at Restaurant Jean-Georges Beverly Hills
Jean-Georges and the esteemed Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills invite you to an intimate live demonstration of two signature Summer dishes. Start by watching and learning how to make Carpaccio of Hawaiian Center-Cut Tuna (seasoned with infused tomato oil and herbs). Next, observe the making of Pavlova with Fresh Farmer’s Market Summer Berries. A decadent 3-course lunch and summer cocktails will follow the cooking tutorials. Saturday, 11:00 am; $95; Reservations can be made via jeangeorgesbh@waldorfastoria.com; Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills – 9850 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90210, CA 90210
The Summer Series at Street Art Alive Launches this Weekend with A Slam Poetry Event
Street Art Alive presents a Summer Series. The multi-sensory gallery will serve as the backdrop for a series of special events throughout the summer. The Summer Series kicks off this weekend with a slam poetry session with 10 of L.A.’s hottest poets. Austin Alexander presents, SLAM RIGHT! Poetry Slams for Justice. A portion of proceeds from this event will go to the charity Initiate Justice in support of the reformation & abolition of the prison industrial complex. Upcoming Street Art Alive Summer Series events include a BreakDance Battle, Speed Dating, Salsa & Bachata Night, and an Immersive Dinner. $35; Saturday, 8 – 10:00 pm; The Lume – 1933 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90007; 213.608.3014
Sunday
Vegan Holistic Presents Vinyasa Yoga Flow, Reiki and Mimosa Brunch
Vegan Holistic is bringing together three of our favorite things, yoga, mimosas, and brunch. This Sunday, treat yourself to a morning of wellness and mimosas. Your ticket includes a rejuvenating yoga flow, restorative reiki session, bottomless brunch, and CBD gift. Please bring your own yoga mat and RSVP by sending a DM to @veganholistic. $45; Sunday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm; Sunset Rooftop – 6099 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.701.2110
The Annual B-Boy B-Girl Summit Reborn Returns to Grand Park
Grand Park and the Music Center welcome you to enjoy “A special blend of Hip Hop culture and eye-popping street performances.” Established in 1994, the B-Boy B-Girl Summit Reborn is a symposium highlighting breakdancing (breakin’), popping, and rapping performances along with DJs and graffiti art. The eight-hour event also includes a variety of food trucks, local vendors, and a kids’ craft area. Free; Sunday, 12 – 8:00 pm; Grand Park – 200 N. Grand Ave. (in the Olive Court, the Performance Lawn between Grand Ave. and Hill St.), Los Angeles, CA 90012
Celebrate National Tattoo Day with Mobile Tattoo Collective, Body Art Bus, and Rock & Brews
It’s National Tattoo Day, and the El Segundo and Buena Park Rock & Brews locations are celebrating with an unforgettable, rockin’ event. On Sunday, guests can get special edition rock ‘n’ roll-themed tattoos to accompany their rock-inspired meals. $50 (El Segundo with Mobile Tattoo Collective) and $100 (Buena Park with Body Art Bus); Sunday, 11:00 am – 8:00 pm; El Segundo – 143 Main St, El Segundo, CA 90245; 310.648.8995 and Buena Park – 7777 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620; 714.266.0314
