The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles (2/16/24 – 2/18/24)
Friday
Cali Vibes Fest
Immerse yourself in three days of sun, music and good vibes at Cali Vibes Fest! The hip-hop music festival will feature epic performances by Gwen Stefani, Wiz Khalifa, Ice Cube, The Roots, Too $hort, and more! $150+; Friday – Sunday, Marina Green Park – 386 E Shoreline Dr., Long Beach, CA 90803; 855-797-2402
Introducing Pez Coastal Kitchen – Pasadena’s Hottest New Seafood-Focused Dining & Drinking Destination
Executive Chef & Proprietor Bret Thompson and Lucy Thompson-Ramirez proudly announce the official grand opening of Pez Coastal Kitchen, their new upscale seafood focused eatery in Pasadena. Pez Coastal Kitchen is Pasadena’s hottest culinary spot, and promises a lively and innovative dining experience with a focus on sea and farm-to-table, seasonal California cuisine. Menu highlights include Crispy Sweetbreads Fritto Misto, Chilled Seafood Tower for Two, Seared Jumbo Scallops, Smoked Baby Back Ribs, and Warm Chocolate Butterscotch Peanut Butter Cake. $45+; Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays, 5 – 10:00 pm, and Fridays – Saturdays, 5 – 11:00 pm; 61 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91103; 626.210.0775
Pitfire Pizza Opens in Echo Park
Los Angeles pizza icon Pitfire Pizza is now open in the iconic Mohawk Bend space in Echo Park. The LA born and raised concept is excited (and honored) to bring their hand-stretched, fire-singed pizzas to the beloved Mohawk Bend space on Sunset Ave. In addition to serving their signature sourdough pizzas, salads, vegetables, craft beer, and more, this will be the only location that offers additional menu items as a nod to Mohawk Bend favorites such as Buffalo Cauliflower and other vegan options. Pitfire Echo Park is also planning to host community events, fundraisers, and partnerships surrounding the opening. $15+; Sundays – Thursdays, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm and Fridays – Saturdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 am; 2141 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026; 213.224.6899
(3/6) On Sale Now: Gwyneth Paltrow and Honorable Nicole Avant Join Visionary Women for International Women’s Day Summit on March 6 at Beverly Wilshire Hotel
Visionary Women, the premier Los Angeles-based social impact organization that supports the advancement and empowerment of women and girls, will host its most anticipated, power-packed event of the year: International Women’s Day Summit on 3/6. This year’s program will feature a fireside chat with Gwyneth Paltrow and Honorable Nicole Avant (Think You’ll Be Happy) about mother/daughter legacies. Avant will be bestowing the Visionary Women Changemaker Award (honoree soon to be announced) and will also be celebrating her birthday and the birthday of her late mother, Jacqueline Avant. $195; 3/6, 8:30 am – 12:00 pm; Beverly Wilshire – 9500 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Saturday
Weekends Are For Bottomless Brunch
Here in LA, booze and brunch go together like peas and carrots. Whether you want Waffles, Eggs, or Avocado Toast, nothing complements your meal like an ice-cold cocktail, especially if that glass is endless. But where can you find these brunches with bottomless cocktails and tasty bites? Don’t stress; I got you. I’m here to give you a list of the best bottomless brunches in Los Angeles. So all you have to do is grab a cute brunch outfit and your date, and get ready to indulge in fun, good food, and drinks. Cheers!
Boomtown Brewery Throws 9th Anniversary Celebration
Boomtown Brewery, LA’s iconic craft beer haven located in the Arts District in Downtown Los Angeles, is gearing up to commemorate nine years of brewing excellence with a blow-out Boomtown Brewery 9th Anniversary Celebration. Boomtown Brewery invites beer enthusiasts, locals, and visitors alike to join the party in the Boomtown Tap Room located just steps away from their state-of-the-art brewery for a full day and evening filled with Craft Beer, Food Trucks, DJ’s, Live Entertainment, and much more. Foodies will be impressed with a stellar lineup of top-notch Local Food Vendors including AGL Craft Meats, Correa’s Mariscos, Quarantine Pizza and Eastside Cheesecakes all throughout the event. Free entry; Saturday, 12:00 pm – 1:00 am; 700 Jackson St., Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.617.8497
Celebrate Mardi Gras at Benny Boy Brewing
NOLA is invading Los Angeles! Benny Boy Brewing is throwing its first-ever Mardi Gras bash, transforming the garden into a parade of live music, dancing, and NOLA classics like Crawfish & King Cake. Get your masks, beads, feathers, and puppies ready – did I mention there will be a puppy parade too!? Free entry; Saturday, 12 – 11:00 pm; 1821 Daly St. Los Angeles, 90031
Sunday
The Wiz Makes its Pre- Broadway Debut at the Pantages
Get ready to “ease on down to the Hollywood Pantages. The iconic musical The Wiz is soaring into LA, gracing the historic Pantages Theatre with its pre-Broadway run. Buckle up for Dorothy’s magical journey through Oz reimagined with a vibrant Motown twist, featuring soulful tunes, dazzling costumes, and a powerhouse cast. $87+; Tuesdays – Sundays, Various hours; 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.468.1700
Endless Night Hosts Vampire Ball at the Mayan Theatre
Calling all creatures of the night! Dive into a gothic fairytale at the Los Angeles Vampire Ball 2024, hosted by Endless Night at the iconic Mayan Theatre. Masterminded by renowned vampire expert Father Sebastiaan, the night promises an unforgettable blend of masquerade, burlesque, and rock concert energy, earning its title as “The No. 1 Halloween party in the world” by TripAdvisor. $58.50; Sunday, 9:00 pm; The Mayan Theatre – 1038 S Hill Street Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.746.4674
