The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles Easter Weekend 3/29/24 – 3/31/24
Friday
World Renowned Sandwich Shop, All’Antico Vinai Opens in Koreatown, Gives Away 1000 Free Sandwiches
All’Antico Vinaio will preview its second Los Angeles location in Koreatown today with an exclusive and delicious giveaway! The first 1000 people in line will receive a sandwich of their choosing when the doors open at noon, and can purchase a second sandwich during opening day. Free; Friday, 12:00 pm; 3925 W. 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90020
Listen to Beyoncé’s New Country Album at Desert 5 Spot
Desert 5 Spot is hosting an exclusive Beyoncé playback party in celebration of the release of her first Country music album. The highly anticipated tunes will be played from 6 – 7:00 pm during Desert 5 Spot’s weekly Frontier Fridays, which offers two for $6 tacos, $6 beer & wine, and $9 cocktails. Later in the evening, the album will play once more from 9 – 10:00 pm – after line dancing but before the bar’s usual live music performances – with the tunes further incorporated into resident DJ sets all night long. Free entry; Tommie Hollywood – 6516 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.410.6042
Jokes for Jobs: The Comedy Store to Benefit Nonprofit Chrysalis
Join the Comedy Store for JOKES FOR JOBS, a fun night out featuring talented comedians in support of Chrysalis, a Southern California nonprofit changing lives through jobs. 100% of event proceeds will directly fund Chrysalis’ program and services. Chrysalis serves people navigating barriers to the workforce by offering a job-readiness program, individualized supportive services, and paid transitional employment. They empower their clients on their pathway to stability, security, and fulfillment in their work and lives. Since 1984, Chrysalis has served more than 85,000 individuals at its six centers and locations throughout Southern California. In 2023, more than 3,000 Chrysalis clients secured employment while participating in Chrysalis’ program and/or worked a transitional job with the organization’s social enterprise. $25+; Friday, 7:00 pm; Comedy Store (Original Room) – 8433 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90069; 323.656.6225
Stand Up for Pets Comedy Show at Annenberg PetSpace
Forget FOMO, Furever Friends! Can’t Even Comedy is bringing the howl-arious to Wallis Annenberg PetSpace with Stand Up for Pets! Get ready to leash laughter with your four-legged bestie by your side. Top comedians will have you rolling in the aisles (or should we say wagging your tail) all for a good cause. $25; Friday, 7 – 9:00 pm; Wallis Annenberg PetSpace – 12005 Bluff Creek Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90094; 424.384.1801
WonderCon 2024 at the Anaheim Convention Center
WonderCon, one of the country’s best comic book, science fiction, film, and popular arts conventions, returns to the Anaheim Convention Center this weekend with various special guests, vendors, activations, and more! Grab your costumes, get ready to meet and greet some of your favorite TV and movie stars, and see memorabilia from your favorite comic books, TV shows, and movies. $18+; Friday – Sunday, Various hours; Anaheim Convention Center – 800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 92802
Last Chance to See the Care Bears™️ Forever Group Show at the Corey Helford Gallery
This weekend is your last chance to see the landmark group show celebrating the forever-lasting influence of the Care Bears, one of the most popular and endearing children’s properties in the world. Care Bears™️ Forever features new, one of a kind artwork, inspired by the beloved, classic Care Bears characters, from over 75 international contemporary artists. This colorful and joyous experience also offers attendees a special glimpse into the brand’s history with the Care Bears™️ Forever Pop-up Shop in Gallery 2 (featuring limited-edition merchandise) and Friends Forever: The Beary Besties Gallery (featuring the original Care Bears illustrations that started it all by Elena Kucharik, as well as artwork from the original greeting card line) in Gallery 3. Free; Friday – Saturday, 12 – 6:00 pm; 571 S. Anderson St. Los Angeles, CA 90033; 310.287.2340
Saturday
Hollywood Park Moves Offers FREE High-Energy HIIT Classes
Every Saturday, Hollywood Park hold a series of FREE high-energy HIIT classes as a part of their ongoing wellness program, Hollywood Park Moves Presented by Cedars-Sinai. From its inception in June 2021, Hollywood Park Moves is a dedicated health and wellness program designed to help the Inglewood community and Los Angeles locals improve their physical and mental health through access to FREE exercise classes. The high-energy HIIT workouts, led by Inglewood local Claudine Cooper, are held in the basketball court at Hollywood Park. The workouts require no equipment and are designed to be inclusive of all ages and activity levels. Free; Saturdays, 9 – 10:00 am; The Court at Hollywood Park – Parking: PS-2 Lot at 1130 S Prairie Ave., Inglewood, CA 90301
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 Broad Hosts Festival-Style Series, L.A. Intersections
Dive into LA’s vibrant underground after dark! The Broad’s L.A. Intersections is back for round two, a two-part festival celebrating the city’s edgy music (punk, jazz, rap!), spoken word, and movement from a new wave of Filipinx artists. Don’t miss these genre-bending performances that push LA culture to the forefront! $30; Saturday, 8 – 11:00 pm; 221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012; 213.232.6200
Sunday
Los Angeles Celebrates Easter
Happy Easter! Los Angeles celebrates Easter with special holiday meals, Easter egg hunts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny. So whether you’re looking for an Easter brunch or delightful dinner, Los Angeles has something for everyone this holiday season.
On Sale Now
(4/7) On Sale Now: 7th Annual Masters of Taste Food Festival
Calling all foodies! Mark your calendars because the Masters of Taste food festival returns to the iconic Rose Bowl on 4/7. Each spring the premier food and beverage festival features the best culinary, sweet, and beverage masters around LA. I attended a sneak preview of what will be offered, and let’s just say this may be the best festival yet! For $10 off, use code HOOPLA24. $155+; 4/7; 4 – 7:00 pm; Rose Bowl Stadium – 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA, 91103; 626. 577.3100
(5/4) On Sale Now: No Kid Hungry’s Taste of the Nation Event Returns to LA
No Kid Hungry’s Taste of The Nation is making its highly anticipated return to Los Angeles, at Media Park in Culver City. Attendees will enjoy exceptional eats and curated drinks from Los Angeles’ top chefs and mixologists – including Brooke Williamson, Mei Lin, Shirley Chung, Stephanie Izzard, Jazz Singsanong, and Michael Reed – all united to support No Kid Hungry’s work to end childhood hunger in California and across the U.S. In addition to the incredible line-up of culinary talents, the afternoon will also include live entertainment and games. Taste of the Nation promises a fun-filled day highlighting the vibrancy and generosity of Los Angeles’ culinary community. Los Angeles has no shortage of food events. However, given that 1 in 8 kids in the U.S., and 1 in 7 in California face hunger each day. We’re proud to support No Kid Hungry’s Taste of the Nation which helps raise critical funds and awareness to end childhood hunger. $135+; 5/4, 1 – 4:00 pm; Media Park – 9070 W. Venice Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
