The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles 5/10/24 – 5/12/24
Friday
Celebrity Facialist Adeela Crown Launches Residency at the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills’ La Prairie Spa
Today, acclaimed British Facialist, Adeela Crown, known and loved for her expertise and A-list clientele, will launch an exclusive residency at La Prairie Spa inside Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. Crown will bring her hyper-customized luxe treatments to the five-star spa with a menu of new treatment options incorporating La Prairie products. Guests can select one of the following opulent facials to be performed by Crown herself in the hotel’s upscale spa, which is the only La Prairie Spa in Southern California. $850+; Friday – 5/24, Reservations are by appointment only and can be made by emailing hello@adeelacrown.com; Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills – 9850 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90210; 310.860.6666
LA County Fair
The LA County Fair is back, y’all! Head to the Fairplex for yummy fried food, carnival rides, celeb sightings, and live music. And don’t miss the chance to win a giant blue ribbon pig (or at least a selfie with one)! $15 – $25 (adults) and $10 – $12 (children); Friday – 5/27; Fairplex – 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768; 909.623.3111
Last Chance to See Luna Luna: Forgotten Fantasy Art Amusement Park
After dazzling Los Angeles for several months, the legendary Luna Luna art park closes this weekend. The visionary collaboration between Drake and DreamCrew is a breathtaking open-air exhibition, showcasing iconic carousels, fantastical pavilions, and immersive artworks created by legendary artists like Salvador Dalí, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Keith Haring. $47+; Friday – Sunday, Various hours; 1601 East 6th Street, Los Angeles, California 90023
Last Chance to Attend “Netflix is a Joke” Comedy Fest
This is your last weekend to die laughing at the star-studded “Netflix is a Joke” comedy tour. Don’t miss your chance to see A-listers including Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Jim Gaffigan, Seth Rogan, Ali Wong, Katt Williams, Kym Whitley, Deon Cole, Nicole Byer, Nick Kroll, Janelle James, Celeste Barber, Jason Mantzoukas, and more! Prepare for non-stop laughs with comedy’s elite. Various prices; Friday – Sunday, various hours, and locations
Pink Taco Celebrates 25 Years Of Tacos, Margaritas + Debauchery
In honor of its 25th birthday, Pink Taco will be celebrating with guests all month long, offering their 25th Birthday Debauchery Menu, featuring THAT’S A BIG ONE, a large format frozen strawberry margarita with two rock n’ roll duckies, Tres Leches Birthday Cake complete with Pink candle, and a 25 Years, 25 Bucks Menu that boasts Mini Guacamole or Mini Nachos, Signature Tacos + Tres Leches Birthday Cake with candle (staff will light the candle, wait for guests to sing them happy birthday, then walk away). Other surprises are in store as well throughout the month to keep the party going. Various prices; Mondays – Thursdays, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, Fridays, 11:00 am – 1:00 am, Saturdays, 9:00 am – 1:00 am, and Sundays, 9:00 am – 11:00 pm; 8225 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046; 323.380.7474
Taste for a Cure Event to Honor ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, Hosted by Ryan Seacrest with Special Performance by Seal
Tonight marks the return of the annual Taste for a Cure fundraising gala for the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation. Now in its 27th year, this exceptional evening will honor the renowned Stephen A. Smith, Executive Producer and Star of ESPN’s “First Take,” with the 2024 Gil Nickel Humanitarian Award. The evening will be hosted by Emmy-winning television host, radio personality and philanthropist, Ryan Seacrest, and will feature performances from Grammy-award winning singer Seal, and comedian/ Emmy-nominated producer, Roy Wood Jr. $1,000+; Friday, 6:00 pm; Beverly Wilshire – 9500 Wilshire Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90212; 310.989.4399
Saturday
Rooftop Desert Astro Yoga at tommie Hollywood
Start your weekend off with a rooftop yoga class atop the tommie Hollywood. Throughout the summer, the tommie will host a series of Saturday am yoga classes in partnership with ASTRO GONG YOGA. With an emphasis on an astrology-informed approach, the class will offer a holistic experience aimed at rejuvenating and rebalancing the mind. Namaste. Yoga attendees will also receive a complimentary drink with purchase at KA’TEEN Brunch following Yoga. Free with RSVP; Saturdays (through 9/24), 10:30 am; tommie Hollywood – 6516 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.871.1234
Cruel World Festival Returns to Brookside at the Rose Bowl
80s rockers and new wave enthusiasts, this is for you! The Cruel World Festival blasts back into Pasadena, bringing a legendary lineup to the Rose Bowl. Get ready to mosh with Duran Duran, Blondie, Simple Minds and a killer line-up of iconic acts – it’s a guaranteed blast from the past! $209+; Saturday, 11:30 am – 11:30 pm; Brookside at the Rose Bowl – 1133 Rosemont Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103
Sunday
Happy Mother’s Day
Happy Mother’s Day! Los Angeles is celebrating Mom with special Mother’s Day brunch and dinner menus. So treat Mom to a luxurious meal with good food, cold cocktails, and love. And if you need the perfect Mother’s Day gift, we’ve got you covered with some unique Mother’s Day gift ideas.
Rose Bowl Flea Market
Calling all treasure hunters and vintage vultures, every second Sunday of the month, the legendary Rose Bowl hosts one of the nation’s most-attended and vendor-thriving flea markets! This world-renowned event features a diverse range of vendors with unique finds, high-quality goods, and a vibrant community of shoppers of all ages. $12+; Sunday, 5:00 am and 9:00 am; Rose Bowl Stadium – 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA 91103; 323.560.7469
On Sale Now
On Sale Now (5/18): Celebrate The 35th Annual “A Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters!”
The countdown to the 35th Annual “A Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters” has officially begun! This year’s celebration coming up on 5/18 at the iconic Midwest Street Backlot at Warner Bros. Studios in Burbank, promises to be a culinary extravaganza like no other and is set to attract approximately 1,200 wine and food enthusiasts, all coming together to support Cystic Fibrosis research and care. The event proudly announces Glenn Salva, Estate Director for Antinori Napa Valley, and Sam Marvin, Chef & CEO of Echo & Rig Steakhouse in Sacramento, and Las Vegas, as this year’s Honorary Co-Chairmen. Their commitment to this cause adds a distinctive touch to an already illustrious event. A Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters has earned its place as a WINE SPECTATOR “Top 10 Charity Wine Auction” and a BizBash Top 100 Event. The evening will showcase the talents of over 50 Celebrated Chefs and Restaurateurs alongside 75 Award-Winning Wineries and Winemakers. With local Angeleno’s and guests from across the county in attendance, this year’s event promises an unforgettable experience for all. $400+; 5/18, 5:30 – 10:00 pm; Warner Bros. Studios – Gate 7 – Forest Lawn Drive, Burbank, CA 91522
On Sale Now (5/19): The 9th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street Returns to Santa Monica
On Sunday, 5/19, the 9th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street Returns to Santa Monica to support local businesses and raise money for Main Street Business Improvement Association. This all-ages, pet-friendly tasting experience is an interactive twist on the classic board game offering a culinary walking tour of Santa Monica’s Main Street. MAINopoly allows attendees to exchange their “MAINopoly dollars” for tastings at over 20 of the street’s best restaurants, bars, and eateries. Once the players complete their official game board and make their way to every location, they can win a “Taste of Main Street” Prize Pack valued at $1,000. Other activities include “Go To Jail” Beer Garden with brews from Venice Duck Brewery, beverages from Dulce Vida Tequila and JuneShine, food from Pasjoli and Papille Gustative, DJ, lawn games, “Just Visiting” photo booth, free rides up and down the street courtesy of Green Goddess Pedicabs, pet adoption from the VCA, and more boardgame-inspired fun! $30 (general admission) $60 (VIP), and $20 (kids ages 5 – 12); 5/19, 1 – 5:00 pm; Main Street (5 blocks between Strand Ave. and Pier Ave.) Check-In – The Victorian / California Heritage Museum Lawn – 2640 Main St. Santa Monica, CA 90405
On Sale Now (5/24 – 5/26): Memorial Day Weekend Getaway: Newport Beach Wine Festival
This Memorial Day Weekend, Balboa Bay Resort proudly kicks off the summer season with the return of the Newport Beach Wine Festival. Set against the waterfront backdrop of the luxury resort, the 19th Annual Newport Beach Festival will offer an impressive lineup of premium wineries and distributors, Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch, Justin Winery Limited Release Wine Dinner, world-class cuisine, live music, and so much more over the three-day event. Guests reserving a room for the Wine Festival over Memorial Day Weekend will enjoy a 10% discount on guest room rates and a 10% discount on festival tickets. Balboa Bay Resort has partnered with luxury electric vehicle brand Lucid Motors to offer complimentary chauffeur rides from its Fashion Island studio. Due to limited parking, guests are encouraged to utilize this service as well as ride-sharing services. Balboa Bay Resort – 1221 West Coast Highway Newport Beach, CA 92663
- 5/24 Justin Winery Limited Release Wine Dinner: The ticketed event commences on 5/24 with a Justin Winery Limited Release Wine Dinner, an exquisite four-course dinner hosted by Balboa Bay Resort’s Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and Master Sommelier Joseph Spellman. At this seated event, JUSTIN will reveal for the first time its new wines from outside of Paso Robles—Sonoma County Chardonnay and Russian River Valley Pinot Noir. Guests are in for a treat at this seated event within the resort’s Lighthouse Room, which offers sweeping views of Newport Harbor. $310.98
- 5/25 Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival: The Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival will showcase a Grand Tasting of over 40 of the resort’s favorite wine and spirits vendors, complemented by live music, bountiful buffet stations, and breathtaking bay views. Participating vendors include DAOU, Whispering Angel, Flecha Azul, Macallan, and more. The festival runs from 1 -5:00 pm and will unfold in the Lighthouse Room, extending onto the boardwalk and Bayfront Lawn overlooking the marina, yachts, and Lido Island. $150+
- 5/26 Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch: The Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brunch will conclude the weekend events. Held in the Lighthouse Room, the extravagant buffet will feature fresh seafood and caviar along with traditional brunch favorites, a carving station, an omelet station, and live music while Veuve Clicquot champagne flows. $145+
