The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles 9/2/24 – 9/5/24
Monday
Los Angeles Celebrates Labor Day
It’s Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles and the time for us Angelenos to kick back, relax, and say farewell to the summer. In honor of the long weekend, we’ve got a list of the best Labor Day pool parties, outdoor movies, brunches, restaurant specials, concerts, and more fun things to do in Los Angeles! Monday, Various prices, hours, and locations
West Hollywood Offers Wellness Specials for Mind + Body Month
West Hollywood is one of nearly 2500 cities worldwide participating in World Wellness Weekend 9/20 -9/22. But the West Hollywood Travel + Tourism Board is taking it a step further by expanding it to an entire September celebration, named: West Hollywood Mind + Body Month. Think: Restaurant Month, but for wellness with offers ranging from specials on facials, massages, fitness classes, and more! West Hollywood has more wellness spots than anywhere else on the West Coast and incubates many trends that eventually get exported to the world. Various prices, hours and locations throughout WeHo
Fat Sal’s Signature Sandwiches Opens to Great Acclaim in Culver City
Fat Sal’s, the wildly popular spot for your favorite guilty pleasure Fat Sandwiches, Signature Burgers, Fat Fries, and Fat Shakes, continues to expand its footprint with its newest location now open in Culver City. And Fat Sal wants you to know the restaurant also offers salads –and Fat Sal will not judge. Various prices; Mondays – Sundays, 11:00 am – 3:00 am; 9810 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90232; 323.539.4055
Hotel Figueroa Launches New Wellness-Boosting Elixir & Tonic Menu Co-Created With Acclaimed Herbalist, Adriana Ayales of Anima Mundi Herbals
As the focus on wellness increasingly shifts toward longevity, emphasizing quality of life and sustained vitality, Hotel Figueroa, located in the vibrant heart of DTLA, proudly unveils its new Herbals & Longevity Elixir Menu at Cafe Fig and Bar Magnolia in collaboration with Adriana Ayales, acclaimed Costa Rican herbalist, medicine maker, and founder of wellness brand Anima Mundi Herbals. Developed exclusively by the hotel’s Beverage Director Milosz Cieslak, the new selection of wellness elixirs & tonics ($12) and teas ($5 cup/$10 pot), reflect a growing appreciation for holistic approaches to long-term health. These new offerings are designed to enhance well-being, celebrate womanhood, and promote empowerment. $5+; Mondays – Sundays, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm; 939 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.627.8971
Tuesday
Taco Tuesday
It’s Taco Tuesday Los Angeles, and that means one thing: epic deals on everyone’s favorite LA taco. But with countless taquerias and restaurants offering specials across the city, navigating the options can be like finding the perfect avocado – daunting and potentially messy. Worry not, fellow LA taco enthusiasts, for your taste bud compass is here! Let’s embark on a culinary adventure across Los Angeles, exploring who has the best Taco Tuesday near me. Tuesdays, Various prices, hours, and locations
Wednesday
Hamilton Returns to the Hollywood Pantages Theatre
The award-winning Broadway musical, Hamilton, is back in LA taking center stage at the Hollywood Pantages! I got to see this smash hit the last time it was in LA, and let me tell you, there’s a reason why critics and fans can’t get enough of it. Whether it’s your first time going or you want to relive the magic again, get your tickets today because Hamilton leaves LA on 10/13. $69.50+; Wednesday – 10/13, Various hours; 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.468.1700
Female Founders Night at Benny Boy Brewing
Calling all female founders! Join me for a night of networking, inspiration, and community at Female Founders Night at Benny Boy Brewing. Connect with like-minded entrepreneurs, share your experiences, and discover new opportunities to collaborate. The panel features female entrepreneurs in all ranges of industries, including me, representing female bloggers in media! $20; Wednesday, 6 – 9:00 pm; 1821 N. Daly St., Los Angeles, CA 90031
Thursday
Yelawolf Live at The Wiltern
Southern rapper Yelawolf is bringin’ the heat to LA with a live show at the Wiltern! $29.50 – $45; Thursday, 7:00 pm; 3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010; 213.388.1400
On Sale Now
On Sale Now (9/7): The Largest Dog Festival in North America, The Day of the Dog, Returns to Santa Monica
Every dog will have its day, and this is it! Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of the special bond between humans and canines at The Day Of The Dog Festival, the largest festival for dogs in North America, returning to Main Street in Santa Monica on Saturday, 9/7! This FREE, family-friendly event is an opportunity for dog lovers and pet enthusiasts to connect with like-minded individuals, meet local and national pet-related companies, and discover the latest and greatest products from over 100 leading pet exhibitors. The Day of The Dog is a fundraiser for the Just Love Animals Society, a non-profit organization focusing on community outreach and animal welfare.
Have a little fun while you shop with the amazing lineup of events throughout the day from doggie-wear to treats and photo booths to pet adoptions. Highlights include a 100-foot Pool Party with live DJs, Dog Races of all shapes and sizes, Dog Surfing in the Ride the Wave machine, a Foam Party for Pups, Snow Day Party, Doggy DinDin, Puppuccino Bar, “Best in Show” Snaggletooth Showcase, Super-Hero Photo Booth, Doque Fashion Show, “Size Does Matter” parade of weiner dogs, Ball Pit Heaven, Dog-lebirty appearances from Wander the Willow and Henry The Liger, Yoga with Adoptable Puppies, and so much more for you and your four-legged friends! Free; 9/7, two full city blocks on Main Street, Santa Monica (between Ocean Park Blvd. & Strand Ave.) – the streets will be closed. Public parking is located at Santa Monica Beach Parking Lot 5 on 2725 Main Street
On Sale Now (9/10): Hotel Bel-Air Hosts Ultimate End-of-Summer Chef Collab BBQ Celebration
As we bid farewell to summer, a festive barbecue extravaganza is certainly in order! Los Angeles’ timeless estate Hotel Bel-Air will debut the return of its highly anticipated Annual Visiting Chef Series & cookout experience within the hotel’s vibrant grounds and lush gardens. Guests can savor an array of elegant barbeque-inspired bites by Hotel Bel-Air’s Culinary Director Joe Garcia, Executive Pastry Chef Christophe Rull, and an esteemed roster of all-star California-based chefs—including Ray Garcia (The Rose Venice, Qué Bárbaro, The Brown Sheep, asterid, ¡VIVA!), Saw Saw (The Dutchess), Alisa Vannah (Mr. T Los Angeles), Burt Bakman (SLAB, Sant’olina) and more. $350; 9/10, 6:30 – 9:30 pm; The Restaurant at Hotel Bel-Air – 701 Stone Canyon Rd., Los Angeles, California 90077
On Sale Now (9/12): Level 8 Celebrates One Year Anniversary with Level 8 Feastival, a Bottomless Culinary Journey
Level 8, one of LA’s hottest dining and entertainment venues is celebrating their one year anniversary, with the first-ever Level 8 Feastival. This bottomless culinary journey welcomes food lovers to taste the flavors of each venue at Level 8 for one night only. $79 – $149; 9/12, 7 – 10:00 pm; Level 8 DTLA, 1254 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.886.8860
On Sale Now (9/20 – 9/22) Los Angeles Times Food Bowl Returns to the Paramount Pictures Studios Backlot
The Los Angeles Times has announced the full lineup for Food Bowl, its annual festival celebrating Southern California’s dynamic food scene, presented by City National Bank. Celebrating local food legends and rising culinary stars, the festival will take place over three days on 9/20 – 9/22 at the Paramount Pictures Studios Backlot. Each session will feature unlimited tastings from over 40 restaurants, libations from wineries, breweries and distilleries, cooking demonstrations, cookbook signings, DJ sets and more. VIP tickets, which provide early entry, access to exclusive food and drink offerings in a VIP lounge and parking onsite, are also available for purchase. $176.17+; 9/20 – 9/22; Various hours; 5555 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038
On Sale Now (9/21): Celebrate Batman’s 85th Anniversary with Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
For one night only, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood welcomes fans to celebrate Batman’s 85th anniversary on the historic backlot with a behind-the-scenes look of the iconic 1989 film. The special one-hour guided tour focuses on Batman and a brand-new Batman exhibit, showcasing original costumes and batmobiles, bringing fans closer than ever to their favorite superhero in honor of the anniversary. The event will also include a special screening of Tim Burton’s Batman, starring Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, and Kim Basinger. Fans won’t want to miss the chance to see the Bat-Signal illuminate Stage 16, one of the largest sound stages in the world that displays the WB logo. $89; 9/21, 5:00 pm; 3400 Warner Blvd., Burbank, CA 91505
