A Weekly Guide to the Best Things to Do in LA
Monday
BÉIS and Rare Beauty Return with Expanded Travel and Beauty Collection
Shay Mitchell’s BÉIS and Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty are back, and their expanded second collection drops TODAY, at beistravel.com and rarebeauty.com. After last year’s limited-edition launch sold through almost 100% of its inventory in under an hour, the two Los Angeles-based brands are growing the partnership from three pieces into an eight-piece assortment of rolling luggage, travel essentials, and color cosmetics, all in a new Limitless raspberry hue. Highlights include the Carry-On, Medium and Large Check-In Rollers, a Mini Weekender, three Cosmetic Pouches, and the new Limitless Cheek & Lip Set, with full sizes of Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Liquid Blush and Positive Light Luminizing Lip Gloss. Built around a shared belief in self-expression and individuality, the collection is made to help you show up boldly wherever you’re headed, so shop early! $32+; Monday – when inventory runs out; beistravel.com and rarebeauty.com
Bar Harry Opens in Toluca Lake, Bringing Highly Considered Cocktails, Chef-Driven American Comfort Food, Grit, Glam & Camp
There’s a new kind of elevated fun brewing in Toluca Lake. Meet Bar Harry, LA’s newest cocktail bar, restaurant and campground, opening this week with a bold, unexpected concept where highly considered cocktails, chef-driven American comfort food, music, mid-century modern design and just the right amount of mischief come together across two unforgettable spaces. Bar Harry is the grit and the glam. Camp Funtime is the escape. And the entire experience is built around the most important ingredient of all: MOXIE! Various prices; Sundays – Tuesdays, 5 – 11:00 pm, Wednesdays – Thursdays, 5:00 pm – 12:00 am, and Fridays – Saturdays, 5:00 pm – 1:00 am; Bar Harry – 10111 Riverside Dr., Toluca Lake, CA 91602; 818.505.3040
Shutters On the Beach and Hotel Casa del Mar Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Pink Cocktails and a Cause
Shutters on the Beach and its sister property, Hotel Casa del Mar, are doing a big push for Breast Cancer Awareness Month benefiting Providence Saint John’s breast cancer programs. Both hotels also light up their exteriors in pink at sunset all month long.
- Shutters on the Beach is supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month with “A Spirited Tribute to a Cure,” a special menu benefiting the Providence Saint John’s Comprehensive Breast Program. Offerings are available across all three of the hotel’s food and beverage outlets: Coast Cafe, 1Pico, and The Living Room. Throughout the month, Shutters will donate $1 per cocktail to support breast cancer care, with brand partners also matching the hotel’s donations. The menu is led by the Berry Rouge Spritz, a vibrant mix of Grey Goose Berry Rouge Vodka, fresh lemonade, Prosecco Rosé, and soda water, finished with fresh berries and a touch of mint. The Budding Spritz offers a zero-proof option, blending Seaward, pink ginger soda, French Bloom Le Rosé, and simple syrup with a touch of grapefruit. The menu also includes a Stolpman Vineyards rosé from Ballard Canyon, Veuve Clicquot Brut Rosé, and the Pink Delice, an Italian-inspired dessert of lemon-syrup sponge cake layered with lemon custard cream and finished in blush-pink cream. For guests who would like to make an additional contribution, donations can also be made directly to the Providence Saint John’s Foundation: https://saintjohnsfoundation.org/shuttersonthebeach. Various prices and hours through 10/31; 1 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.458.0030
- Terrazza, Casa del Mar’s Mediterranean restaurant overlooking the Pacific, is serving its “Perfectly Pink Breakfast” and “Think Pink” menus, with $1 from every item ordered donated to Providence St. John’s Breast Cancer Research. Highlights include a Pitaya Bowl, Roasted Beet & Ricotta Toast, Raspberry Buttermilk Waffle, the Casa Clover in Bloom cocktail, and a Think Pink Sundae. Various prices and hours through 10/31; 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.581.5533
Los Angeles Tech Week
LA Tech Week, presented by a16z, takes over Los Angeles bringing together founders, investors, and builders across the local tech ecosystem. Expect 1,000+ events like hackathons, panels, demos, and networking hosted by startups, VCs, and founders across the city. Most events are free with RSVP and lean into LA’s signature mix of creative AI and entertainment tech, so check out tech-week.com to find your next thing to do in LA. Free+; Monday – Sundays, Various hours and locations
Spooky Season Unlocked: The Best Halloween Events in Los Angeles
Embrace Spooky Season in style with our guide to the most thrilling Halloween events in Los Angeles. From haunted mazes, ghost tours, and scary thrill rides, to bar crawls, horror movies, parades, and costume parties, we’ve curated a list of the city’s top attractions that will make Halloween 2026 unforgettable.
Tuesday
Last Week to Catch The Outsiders Musical at the Pantages
This is your last week to experience the Tony Award-winning sensation The Outsiders as this powerful new musical leaves the Hollywood Pantages Theatre at the end of the week. Don’t miss your chance to witness the iconic story brought to life on stage with incredible music, dynamic performances, and raw emotion. $47+; Tuesday – Sunday, Various hours; Pantages – 6233 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.468.1700
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
Dodgers Take on the Milwaukee Brewers in MLB Playoffs (Games 3 – 5)
The Dodgers are on the road back to the World Series, and will return to Dodger Stadium to face the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLCS, with Game 3 on Wednesday, Game 4 on Thursday, and Game 5 on Friday (Game 5 is only played if the series goes past four games). Grab your Dodger blue and head to Dodger Stadium for the push toward the World Series! $150+; Wednesday, 5:00 pm and Thursday – Friday, 6:00 pm; Dodger Stadium – 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 866.363.4377
Rooftop Cinema Club’s Wine Wednesday Screening of Twilight
Beat the midweek slump at Wine Wednesdays at Rooftop Cinema Club, where every ticket includes a complimentary glass of house wine to toast being halfway to the weekend before settling into ultra-comfortable seats under the stars. This week’s film, Twilight, follows a love story between new girl Bella Swan and the mysterious and brooding Edward Cullen. $25+; Wednesday, 6:50 pm; 888 South Olive Street, 4th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Thursday
Cynthia Erivo Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Cynthia Erivo returns to the Hollywood Bowl for a one-night-only concert titled “Let Me Sing to You,” bringing her powerhouse voice back to what she calls her “home away from home.” $38+; Thursday, 7:30 pm; Hollywood Bowl – 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; 323.850.2000
Song of Skin’s SOS AIR Pop-Up On Melrose
Calling all skincare girlies! One of the cutest things to do in LA this week is Song of Skin’s airline-themed pop-up, SOS AIR, a second round of “departures” from the K-beauty brand known for Korean-inspired skincare. RSVP for a free “boarding pass” to snag a complimentary gift, and spend $100 to take home a limited-edition tote while supplies last, but expect a line! Free with RSVP; Thursday – Sunday, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; 8303 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90069
Friday
Miley Cyrus Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Newly announced Super Bowl halftime artist Miley celebrates her 10th album, Bass Persuades, with two shows at the Hollywood Bowl. These shows mark her first major live performances since 2022, so this is one night under the stars you won’t want to miss. $164+; Friday and Sunday, 7:30 pm; Hollywood Bowl – 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; 323.850.2000
The Terminator Live-to-Picture at the Dolby Theatre
Experience James Cameron’s cult classic The Terminator on the big screen at the Dolby Theatre with Brad Fiedel’s signature synthesizer-driven score performed live in sync with the 1984 film. Watch Arnold Schwarzenegger play the relentless cyborg sent back in time to hunt Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton) in an epic sci-fi thriller packed with action and heart-stopping suspense. $34+; Friday, 8:00 pm; Dolby Theatre (Ovation) – 6801 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028; 323.308.6300
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! Saturdays – Sundays, Various hours and locations
L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade (Food and Beverage Festival/Fundraiser) Returns for 14th Year
Join superstar chefs, brewers, vintners, and mixologists in Los Angeles for L.A. Loves Alex’s Lemonade, supporting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in the fight against childhood cancer. Hosted by Chef Suzanne Goin, Caroline Styne, and Chef David Lentz, this family-friendly event features exclusive tastings from the nation’s finest culinary talents. With over $1.3 million raised in 2025 and $12.5 million total since inception, the impact continues to grow for kids battling cancer. Experience exceptional food, drinks, and family fun while making a meaningful difference in young lives! $300; Saturday, 12 – 4:00 pm; UCLA (Royce Quad) – 10745 Dickson Ct, Los Angeles, CA 90095
Wally’s Santa Monica Hosts Exclusive Whistle Pig Whiskey Tasting
Join Wally’s for an exclusive WhistlePig tasting hosted by Blaine Adams, featuring two elevated experiences accompanied by cheese and charcuterie. Guests can enjoy a guided tasting of WhistlePig 10-Year, 12-Year, and 15-Year, alongside a bottle of Wally’s WhistlePig 12-Year Single Finish. The ultimate experience includes a bottle of WhistlePig Boss Hog XIII “The Golden Pharaoh” and access to a VIP tasting led by Mitch Mahar, Distiller and Head of Education. $150 (GA) or $600 (VIP); Saturday, 6:00 pm; Wally’s Santa Monica – 214 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401; 424.293.5500
Charli XCX Music, Fashion, Film Tour Comes to the Kia Forum
Charli XCX takes over the Kia Forum for two nights with her Music, Fashion, Film Tour. Easily one of the best things to do in LA this weekend for pop fans who love a little style with their setlist! $241+; Saturday – Sunday, 8:00 pm; Kia Forum – 3900 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90305; 310.862.6200
Sunday
Steps Against Melanoma at UCLA
Start your Sunday with one of the most feel-good things to do in LA: the 7th Annual Los Angeles Steps Against Melanoma, a free 5K walk/run in Westwood where dogs are welcome. Every step supports research and awareness around one of the most aggressive forms of skin cancer, so grab your crew and your sunscreen! Free: Sunday, 9:00 am; UCLA’s Wilson Plaza – 120 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095
The Maybourne Beverly Hills and Spago’s Chef Wolfgang Puck Host The Beverly Hills Autumn BBQ Charity Event to Raise Money for No Kid Hungry
The second annual Beverly Hills Autumn BBQ returns to Beverly Cañon Gardens, hosted by The Maybourne Beverly Hills, Spago Beverly Hills, the City of Beverly Hills, and new presenting partner United Card Events from Chase. Guests can wander the lush gardens for chef stations from Wolfgang Puck, Burt Bakman, Daniel Castillo, and more, alongside craft cocktails, curated wine and spirits tastings, live music, and a live art installation by Marco Gallotta. A silent auction with 100% of proceeds benefiting No Kid Hungry makes it a delicious evening for a great cause. $350; Sunday, 6:00 pm; The Maybourne Beverly Hills & Beverly Cañon Gardens – 241 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.860.7800
Coming Soon
(10/23 – 10/24): L.A. Times Food Bowl to Celebrate the 101 Best Restaurants of 2026
Calling all foodies! The Los Angeles Times Food Bowl, the annual festival celebrating Southern California’s dynamic food scene, is taking place at the historic Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. For the first time, the event’s opening night will feature a reveal party for The Times’ annual 101 Best Restaurants in LA guide, presented by OpenTable and Square. Both all-inclusive ticketed events will offer unlimited tastings from over 40 of the region’s top restaurants, craft libations from local wineries, breweries and distilleries, live demonstrations from acclaimed culinary talent, including Anthony Anderson, Cedric the Entertainer and Roy Choi, and cookbook signings by renowned chefs, plus music from DJ Danny Stern. $149; 10/23, 7 – 10:00 pm and 10/24, 6 – 9:00 pm; Barker Hangar – 3021 Airport Ave Ste 203, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.390.9071
(10/23 – 10/24): JAŸ-Z30 Concert
JAŸ-Z celebrates 30 years of music, culture, and legacy with two nights at SoFi Stadium. The highly anticipated show follows a sold-out Yankee Stadium run that made him the first artist to sell out three consecutive shows at the venue, so LA fans can expect a night of hip-hop history. $82+; 10/23 – 10/24, 8:00 pm; SoFi – 1001 S Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90301; 424.541.9100
(10/30 – 11/1): L.A. Comic Con Returns to the LA Convention Center
Tickets are officially on sale for L.A. Comic Con’s 15th anniversary, taking place 10/30 – 11/1 at the Los Angeles Convention Center — and yes, that’s Halloween weekend! With a stacked lineup including Nicolas Cage, Hayden Christensen, the KPop Demon Hunters cast, and stars from Breaking Bad, Outlander, and The Office, early bird pricing won’t last long, so grab your passes now at comicconla.com. $42+; 10/30 – 11/1, Los Angeles Convention Center – 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.741.1151
