The Best Things to Do in LA 3.30.26 – 4.5.26
Monday
Butterfly Pavilion Opens at the Natural History Museum
Witness mother nature at its finest as the annual Butterfly Pavilion at the Natural History Museum is now open. The seasonal exhibit displays colorful plants and up to 30 beautiful butterfly and moth species taking flight around you. FYI – the best viewing times are between 10 – 11:00 am. $10+ cost of admission; Mondays – Sundays (through 8/23), 10:00 am – 4:30 pm; 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007; 213.763.3466
See Brandy Get Her Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Brandy is getting a star on the Hollywood walk of Fame, and you can see it for FREE! Today, the “Boy is Mine” and “I Wanna Be Down” singer will be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Free; Monday, 11:30 am – 12:15 pm; 6201 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Tuesday
It’s Taco Tuesday!
It’s Taco Tuesday Los Angeles, and that means one thing: epic deals on everyone’s favorite LA staple. 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. Here’s the thing though – going out for Taco Tuesday is honestly one of the best things to do in Los Angeles, whether you’re a longtime local or just visiting our amazing city. There’s something magical about discovering hole-in-the-wall gems, trying authentic family recipes, and bonding with friends over incredible tacos and margaritas that perfectly captures the LA spirit. 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.
Wednesday
See Ye Live at SoFi
If you’re looking for the most talked-about things to do in LA right now, seeing Ye aka Kanye West live at SoFi Stadium is at the top of the list, including tracks from his latest album Bully. Love him or hate him, Kanye West always delivers a performance that breaks the internet, and the Bully era live is guaranteed to be no different! $149+; Wednesday and Friday, 7:00 pm; SoFi – 1001 S Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90301; 424.541.9100
Learn to Line Dance at Santa Monica Place’s Western Wednesdays
Saddle up, LA, Santa Monica Place is bringing country to the coast with Western Wednesdays, a free weekly line dancing experience featuring pro-led boot-scootin’ lessons, happy hour deals, and complimentary giveaways! Whether you’re a seasoned two-stepper or a total beginner, round up your crew and get ready for the most fun things to do in LA this week. Free; Wednesdays, 6 – 8:00 pm; Santa Monica Place – 395 Santa Monica Place (level 1), Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.260.8333
Black Angus Steakhouse Celebrates 62nd Birthday with Specials, Giveaways and More
Black Angus Steakhouse is inviting guests (families, couples, etc.) across the West Coast to celebrate its 62nd birthday from today – Saturday. For one-week only, Black Angus will be offering food & special drinks, giveaways and more surprises at all locations. Guests can expect their fan-favorite Surf & Turf entree at 50% off on both Wednesday and Thursday and a FREE cowboy cookie on Friday and Saturday. Additional food & beverage offerings include $4 Margaritas and All Day Happy Hour on Friday and Saturday. For those looking for weekend entertainment, on Friday, at 7:30 pm, Black Angus fans can join in the 60’s costume contest and have a chance to win a $100 Black Angus Gift Card. For more information about Black Angus’ Birthday Week, please see here. Various prices, hours and locations; Wednesday – Saturday
Thursday
The Princess Bride at Rooftop Cinema Club
“As you wish….” The Princess Bride is playing under the stars at Rooftop Cinema Club, and honestly, there’s no better way to revisit Rob Reiner’s timeless classic than with good company and a rooftop view. As far as things to do in LA, this one’s a no-brainer. $26+; Thursday, 7:45 pm; Rooftop Cinema Club – (Blessing Capital) 888 S Olive St 4th Fl., Los Angeles, CA 90014
Desert 5 Spot Launches Monthly Series: Juke Joint Nights
Hollywood’s rooftop hotspot, Desert 5 Spot is launching Juke Joint Nights, a new monthly series that brings the spirit of the Mississippi Delta to Los Angeles through live blues and Southern-inspired offerings, hot off the heels of Sinners’ recent Oscars performance. Hosted by Maurice Smith, the Mississippi-born singer-songwriter known for his distinctive “Delta Soul” sound blending neo-soul, blues, funk, and gospel, Juke Joint taps into the rich musical legacy, communal energy, and after-dark atmosphere long associated with the genre. Each edition of Juke Joint will feature Southern-inspired specials including catfish tacos, fried pickles, and cornbread, alongside performances from Maurice Smith & The Magnolia Outlaws and rotating cast of special guests and performances, giving each month its own energy while keeping live blues at the center. Tonight will feature special guests MBR and Sonny Green, along with a burlesque performance by Brown Sugar Burlesque. Free entry; Thursday, 9:00 pm – late; Desert 5 Spot (Hollywood Volume Hotel) – 6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Farmer Boys Offers BOGO 50% Breakfast Burritos for National Burrito Day
For today only, Farmer Boys, the fast-casual West Coast chain known for its farm-fresh menu is offering VIF (Very Important Farmer) Rewards members BOGO 50% off any Breakfast Burrito, available exclusively through the Farmer Boys app. Farmer Boys’ breakfast burritos are made with cage-free eggs, fresh ingredients, and house-made salsa, with options including bacon and sausage varieties.The offer gives guests 50% off one breakfast burrito of equal or lesser value with the purchase of another. Various prices, hours, and locations; Thursday
Sushi Making Class in DTLA
If you’ve been searching for unique things to do in LA, this hands-on Classic Sushi Making 101 class is the perfect excuse to channel your inner chef and roll up something delicious with a pro guiding the way! From perfecting sushi rice to mastering the art of the roll, this is the kind of experience that makes for the best date night, girls’ day, or team outing in the city. $65; Thursday, Moxy DTLA – 1260 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015; 310.669.9252
Friday
First Fridays at the Natural History Museum
Ditch the food trucks & crowded bars! First Fridays at the Natural History Museum offer prehistoric vibes & live music! Mingle with dinosaurs & DJs for an unforgettable museum night. Tonight’s theme is: Life at the Planetary Scale and will explore “how life and Earth have influenced one another over billions of years, and how that relationship continues to shape the planet we live on today.” $20+; Friday, 6:00 pm; 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007; 213.763.3466
Burlesque Under the Palms at Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Every Friday, Sofitel Beverly Hills transforms its terrace lounge into the most glamorous night out in the city. The Dollface Dames are taking over for Burlesque Under the Palms, a sultry evening of vintage burlesque, dazzling variety performances, chef-driven cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails beneath swaying white palms! Slip into something fabulous and surrender to a night where old Hollywood decadence meets shimmering, sensational fun. $34+; Friday, 7 – 10:00 pm; Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills – 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310.278.5444
New York-Style Chinese Food Favorite Genghis Cohen Launches Late Night Menu
Search no further for the rare, late-night menu. Genghis Cohen is here to satisfy your midnight cravings for New York-style Chinese food. Open until 2:00am on Fridays and Saturdays at their new location on Fairfax, Genghis is serving up addictive dishes like the Szechuan chicken sliders, barbecue pork bao buns, and crab rangoons that go perfectly with one of their refreshing ‘Foo Foo’ cocktails like the Oolong Island Ice Tea or a frozen Dole Survivor. Various prices; Fridays, 4:00 pm – 2:00 am and Saturdays, 12:00 pm – 2:00 am; 448 N. Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036
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!
The Devil Wears Prada 2 Inspired Afternoon Tea at The London West Hollywood
It’s tea time… with a stylish, seasonal twist! The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills invites you to The Devil Sips Tea: The Runway Collection, an afternoon tea inspired by the upcoming movie, The Devil Wears Prada 2. $84 (adults) and $42 (children 12 and under); Saturdays – Sundays (thru 6/28), 12:30 – 3:30 pm; The Sitting Room at The London West Hollywood – 1020 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069; 844.489.9660
The experience features artfully plated savories to decadent sweets and bold tea selections, including:
- Beverages: tea options like “Beauty Closet” botanicals and The Glacial Herbal; or for cocktails there is also The “Cerulean” Martini and champagne by the glass.
- Savory Dishes: The “Editor-in-Chief” Egg Slider – Truffled egg on crustless brioche; or The Clacker Cucumber – Sliced to the exact width of a size zero stiletto.
- Couture Sweets: The “Groundbreaking” Floral Tart – Lemon curd topped with a flower; The “Red Sole” Petit Four – A classic vanilla sponge with a lacquered red base; or a selection
2026 LA Beer Fest (20th Anniversary)
Calling all beer lovers! The 2026 LA Beer Festival is back with over 80 breweries, 200 beers, food trucks, live music, and more! Whether you go GA or splurge on the Connoisseur’s Ticket for exclusive brews and rooftop views, grab your tickets now because this one always sells out! $67+: Saturday, 12 – 8:00 pm; Los Angeles Center Studios – 1201 W 5th St., #T-110 Los Angeles, CA 90017
Tiki Kai x BigToe Art Launches Special-Edition Tiki Mugs
Hermosa Beach’s restaurant & bar, Tiki Kai, will host an event tied to a special-edition mug release in collaboration with BigToe Art. The “Surf Tiki” mug is a love letter to Hermosa Beach surf culture, drawing from designer Tom “BigToe” Laura’s South Bay upbringing while paying homage to a vintage 1960s Daga Hawaii surfer mug — bringing the entire collaboration full circle in the most beautiful way. Expect a fun tiki tent set up just outside on the patio with additional merch available for purchase. As an added bonus, Tiki Kai will open earlier for full service day along with the artist signing mugs on-site. It’s part pop-up, part collector’s moment. Saturday, 12 – 3:00 pm; Tiki Kai – 73 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254; 310.374.3822
Festival Prep at LANEIGE
Festival season is calling, and LANEIGE is helping you show up to Coachella and Stagecoach in full desert-glam mode. Score everything your skin will need to look dewy and glowing in the desert, and complimentary bedazzling on a $50 purchase or a custom belly chain with $100 spent! Your desert-ready essentials and favorite Glaze Craze shade are waiting. Various prices; Saturday, 12 – 3:00 pm; The Grove – 189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.900-8080
Sadie Hawkins Dance at Benny Boy Brewing
Benny Boy Brewing is hosting their first-ever Sadie Hawkins Dance and it’s going to be one of the most fun things to do in LA this weekend. Ask your date, hit the dance floor, and enjoy live tunes, polaroid portraits, corsages, and late-night tacos! Don’t sleep on this one because photo-worthy memories, good vibes, and unforgettable nights like this don’t come around twice. Free entry; Saturday, 7 – 11:00 pm; Benny Boy Brewing – 1821 Daly St. Los Angeles, CA 90031
Sunday
Easter 2026
Wishing everyone a beautiful and blessed Happy Easter 2026. Whether you’re brunching, egg hunting, or soaking up that perfect LA sunshine with your favorite people, hope your day is filled with so much love, joy, and good food! From our little corner of the city to yours, hoopLA is sending all the springtime vibes your way. Happy Easter!
WeHo Restaurant Darling Launches Sunday Brunch
Sean Brock’s WeHo restaurant, Darling, officially launches Sunday Brunch. There will be salty, there will be sweet, vinyl will be spinning, and the lounge area’s big, beautiful retractable ceiling will be put to good use. The menu features nods to Sean’s Southern heritage with dishes like Southern Fried Chicken with house hot sauce & market pickles, Red Fife Pancakes with buttermilk ricotta & sorghum syrup, and a Breakfast Plate stacked with scrambled eggs, smoked bacon, sourdough toast, and Anson Mills grits. To answer the question on everyone’s minds: Yes, The Darling dry-aged steak burger IS on the brunch menu with the option to add a fried egg (which you must, right?). The ever-popular grilled Tehachapi bread will be served with country ham, apple butter & lemon thyme. Bar Director Jason Lee is leaning into playful, unexpected brunch cocktails. The Sungold (rum, mirin, dashi, smoked sungold tomato, whole egg) is on the savory side while drinks like the Strawberry (gin, berries, granola orgeat, yogurt foam, cinnamon) bring a bright, brunchy vibe. Zero proof beverages will also be available. Various prices; Sundays, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm (With the launch of Sunday brunch, Darling will no longer be open for dinner on Sundays); Darling – 631 N. Robertson, West Hollywood, CA 323.203.0236
Coming Soon
(4/11): Taste of the Nation and No Kid Hungry Host Culinary Events to End Childhood Hunger in America
Two of Los Angeles’ most celebrated culinary events for a cause, Taste of the Nation and the No Kid Hungry Dinner, are combining to create a new and unforgettable experience, called Night Out for No Kid Hungry! The event will bring together over 50 of the best chefs, restaurateurs, tastemakers and mixologists from around the country to serve guests bites, craft cocktails, and desserts all in support of No Kid Hungry, a national campaign to end childhood hunger in America. Tastemakers in attendance include Netflix’s BBQ Showdown Judge and James Beard Pitmaster Kevin Bludso, Master Chef Ludo Lefebvre, Michelin Star restaurants such as Osteria Mozza and Kali Restaurant, and multiple James Beard Award winners and finalists. Guests have the option to choose between two styles of savoring by attending either The Tasting, a lively sampling event similar to the beloved Taste of the Nation event, or The Dinner, an intimate, multi-course sit-down experience. Guests attending The Dinner will experience a one-time-only multi-course meal curated by the best California has to offer. Award-winning Los Angeles chefs will pair up with guest chefs to bring delectable dishes to attendees, such as Dominique Crenn, one of the world’s most acclaimed chefs, and Michael Mina, a highly decorated Michelin-starred chef, to name just a few. The night will conclude for all guests at The After Party hosted by chefs Duff Goldman and Michael Voltaggio. This will cap off the event experience with sweet treats from the city’s top pastry chefs, late-night bites, and a special live performance. $202+; 4/11, 5 – 10:00 pm; Rolling Greens – 1005 Mateo St., Los Angeles, CA 90021
(4/19): Masters of Taste, LA’s Premier Outdoor Luxury Food & Beverage Festival Returns to the Iconic Rose Bowl
Masters of Taste, LA’s premier outdoor luxury food and beverage festival, returns to the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium on Sunday, 4/19 for its 8th annual celebration, featuring over 100 top culinary masters, handcrafted cocktails from 25+ spirit brands, desserts from LA’s best pastry chefs, live entertainment, and this year’s host chefs – acclaimed husband-and-wife duo Chef Thomas and Chef Vanessa Tilaka Kalb of Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery. Best part? 100% of proceeds benefit Union Station Homeless Services, which has an incredible 97% success rate in permanently housing people. Over the past seven years, Masters of Taste has raised over $3.5 million to help end homelessness in LA, making this one of the most meaningful (and delicious) events of the year! $199+; 4/19, 3 – 7:00 pm; Rose Bowl – 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA 91103; 626.240.4550
