The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles 7/19/24 – 7/21/24
Friday
Dine LA Restaurant Week
Calling all foodies! Dine LA Restaurant Week is back, offering the perfect opportunity to embark on a delicious exploration of LA’s vibrant culinary scene. Twice a year, this event lets you experience the city’s top-rated restaurants at special prix fixe menus, making it a budget-friendly way to discover hidden gems and trendy hotspots alike. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and find your new favorite LA eatery!
White Elephant and Hey Hey Tea House Collaborate on Summer Crudo and Tea Pairing
Temperatures are rising in LA, and to kick off the season, modern Thai restaurant White Elephant has teamed up with contemporary tea house Hey Hey to launch the ultimate summer pairing: “Dreaming Pineapples” tea with King Crudo! Guests who dine at White Elephant can enjoy both items, available as a pairing or separate, throughout July. Inspired by the season’s freshest seafood and tropical weather, this pairing was developed to evoke refreshing, bright, citrus, and umami flavors and frothy textures, reminiscent of a summer sorbet soda. The King Crudo is crafted with Harimasa, scallop, orange, yuzu coconut vinaigrette, squid ink oil and caviar, which gives the dish layers of tangy and fruity flavors that are brought out by Dreaming Pineapples’ tropical notes, due to the tea’s blend of pineapple, lemon, lightly carbonated condensed milk and house-made herbal jelly. Various prices and hours (through 7/31) at the Anaheim and DTLA locations
TINSELTOWN GOES TIKI: Get in The Tropical Spirit with a Tiki Rooftop Party at Hollywood’s The Top of The Aster
With summer in full swing, it’s time to ‘Tropic’ like its hot! For Angelenos looking to be transported to an island paradise, Hollywood’s The Top of The Aster will be hosting a Tiki Rooftop Party in partnership with The Alchemists, the duo behind beloved tiki concepts like Anaheim’s Stowaway Tiki Bar, San Clemente’s The Lost Inferno, and Belly of the Beast. An unforgettable experience under the stars, guests will enjoy a selection of tiki-inspired specialty cocktails, as well as a special menu of luau-inspired dishes by Chef Marcel Vigneron and Weiser Family Farms set against lively tunes from DJ Sonrista. Free entry with RSVP; Friday, 6:00 pm – 12:00 am; The Aster – 1717 Vine St Floor 6, Los Angeles, CA 90028
“Always a Good Time” at the OC Fair
Calling all Cali thrill-seekers and foodies! The OC Fair blasts off today, promising 23 days of non-stop fun for all ages. Get ready to scream your lungs out on heart-pounding rides, indulge in deep-fried (and not-so-deep-fried) treats, and soak up the summer vibes with live music and dazzling exhibits. Advance tickets are required, so grab yours and get ready for an epic summer adventure! $13+; Friday – 8/18, various hours; 88 Fair Drive – Costa Mesa, CA 92626; 714.708.1500
Monster Jam Roars into Los Angeles
Get ready for a monster weekend, Angelenos! This weekend, Monster Jam roars into Crypto.com Arena, bringing its signature brand of dirt-slinging, gravity-defying mayhem to LA. Witness massive monster trucks battle it out in racing, freestyle competitions, and crushing car destruction. It’s the ultimate adrenaline rush for the whole family. $38.52+; Friday – Sunday, Various hours; Crypto.com Arena – 1111 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Saint No’s Silver Lake Gallery Opening at Worklife Studios
Today, rising star artist Saint No‘s upcoming residency at Worklife Studios in Silver Lake will kick off. Saint No’s story and craft present a slower approach to life as an essentially human desire. Several of his paintings contain text encouraging a less hurried lifestyle, and one features a take on the Hollywood sign where the iconic letters spell “Slow Down.” Worklife Studios invites unique artists from all over the world to travel to LA, spend time there, create art, and interact with the local community. Monday – Sunday, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm; 3531 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Saturday
First Annual Venice Beach Run
Runners take your mark for the first annual Venice Beach Run, starting and finishing at the Venice Beach Pier! Proceeds benefit the Los Angeles Parks Foundation (to support the Venice Beach Recreation Center). The race is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, and participants can sign up for a 5K or 1 Mile Race/ Walk with the 5K starting at 7:00 am. All participants will receive a commemorative die-cast VB 5K & 1 Mile Finisher Medal, premium beach t-shirt, and string bag along with access to sampling and exhibitor booths. $45+; Saturday, 7:00 am; Venice Beach Pier
Women’s Dive Day Party at Hotel Figueroa
Join Hotel Figueroa and female-founded and led Eco Dive Center for a FREE one-day-only Women’s Dive Day Party to celebrate and empower women in scuba diving! All are welcome to join the celebration at the property’s La Casita Poolside Lounge & Bar. Free; Saturday, 12 – 4:00 PM; 939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.627.8971
Event Highlights Include:
- Mermaid Experience: Try a mermaid tail with certified mermaid instructors.
- Refreshments: Enjoy bottomless beer, wine, and appetizers.
- Raffle Prizes: Enter to win one of several high-ticket raffle prizes.
- Scuba Gear: Try scuba gear in the pool, available for both divers and non-divers under the supervision of on-hand dive instructors.
- Summer Cocktails: Sip on summer cocktails with proceeds benefiting Heal the Bay.
Best Bottomless Brunches in Los Angeles
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!
Sunday
Yoga Flow and Surfing at Happy Yoga Beach Sessions
Happy Yoga presents Beach Sessions, weekly Sunday Funday beach yoga and surfing! Born from the minds of two friends and fitness professionals who teamed up to bring awareness to the synergy of yoga and surfing, “We practice yoga on the surfboards to create connectedness and flow through poses that strengthen and enhance the athleticism of surfing,” says yoga teacher Kristina. The session starts with a 45-minute yoga flow on the surfboards, before hitting the water for 90 minutes of surfing. Whether you are brand new or looking to level up your surfing skills they tailor the lesson to your experience and goal. More information may be found via text, email (Kristinavanorden@gmail.com), or via Instagram @kvo_yo. Reservations and a deposit are required (paid through Venmo to Happy Yoga @happyyogalosangeles. $100 or $120 (wetsuit and surfboard); Sundays, 8 – 11:00 am and 12 – 3:00 pm (through 9/29); 2600 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; 347.549.8418
Kendrick Lamar “Not Like Us” (Remix Release Pool Party)
You’re officially invited to the hottest pool party of the summer: the “Not Like Us” Remix Release. Get ready to celebrate the arrival of the much-anticipated remix and toast to K.Dot’s lyrical mastery poolside (with a few Drake tears for good measure ). Space is limited, so RSVP is essential! Free entry; Sunday, 2 – 7:00 pm; top-secret location given upon RSVP
Float Coffee Shop Offers Buy One Get One Half Off Ice Cream Floats for National Ice Cream Day
Float, your cozy neighborhood coffee and ice cream shop is serving up BOGO half off deals on ice cream floats for national ice cream day! Choose from a variety of cream ice cream flavors to be topped with classic sodas like Root Beer and Orange Cream. Simply mention this special offer and buy a float, then get another at 50% off! Bring a friend and beat the summer heat! $14+; Sunday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; 1635 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.499.1047 and Sunday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; 380 S Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101; 626.844.3488
Whole Foods Market’s Annual Frozen Treats Sale
Chill out in style this National Ice Cream Day with Whole Foods Market’s Annual Frozen Treats Sale. Customers can indulge at a discount in a mouthwatering array featuring 365 by Whole Foods Market treats, beloved classics like Van Leeuwen, guilt-free pleasures from GoodPop and Yasso, and artisanal creations from local creameries nationwide. Dive into the creamy goodness of Whole Foods Market 365 Berry Chantilly Cake (dairy-free), savor the refreshing Yasso Strawberries & Cream Greek Yogurt Bars, or treat yourself to the decadent Van Leeuwen’s Ice Cream Cake. Whether you’re gearing up for National Ice Cream Day festivities or just looking to beat the heat, this sale has all frozen fantasies covered. Sunday, Various prices, hours, and locations
Terranea Resort’s Food and Wine Festival
Terranea Resort invites you to indulge in gourmet foods and bold wines at their food and wine festival. This oceanfront event, taking place at the scenic resort’s The Meadows, has been created to celebrate the culinary talents of some of Terranea’s talented chefs, local and regional eateries, craft breweries, wineries, and fine beverage purveyors. Adding to the vibrant atmosphere, live music will be provided by Upstream, a leading Southern California reggae and Caribbean band, and the popular yacht rock band The AstroYachts. To whet your appetite – from Terranea – Catalina Kitchen will be serving Brown Butter Scallops and a California Citrus Salad; Bashi will present Chicken Karage with aioli and togarashi, Mar’sel will be pleasing palates with a Corn and Crab Gazpacho with mint pistou, and at Lexus sponsor’s booth, charismatic, Michelin-star Chef Ludo Lefebvre will be presenting tantalizing bites. $191+; Sunday, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; Terranea Resort – 100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275; 310.494.7891
