The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles 10/7/24 – 10/10/24
Monday
Hotel Casa del Mar Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Hotel Casa del Mar in Santa Monica is spreading awareness of the worthy cause with the below offerings: Proceeds from these offerings will go directly to Providence St. John’s Foundation for Breast Cancer.
- Pink Exterior: The hotel, along with sister property Shutters on the Beach, will light up in pink every night during the month of October to show support.
- Ice Cream Tart x Sweet Rose: Continuing its ongoing partnership with local favorite Sweet Rose Creamery, Hotel Casa del Mar will offer a special Ice Cream Tart topped with an exclusive Sweet Rose Creamery Strawberry Rhubarb flavored ice cream. Available at Terrazza Restaurant for $16, the limited time offering is made with graham cracker crust, pink ice cream, and toasted lemon meringue.
- Mani & Pedi For A Cause: The hotel is partnering with Zoya, the world’s longest-wearing natural nail polish, to offer pink manis and pedis with Zoya polish at Sea Wellness Spa for the cause. Those who make a donation of $5 or more will receive a custom Zoya trio box with a pink polish, ultra glossy topcoat, and base coat.
Nobu Los Angeles Celebrates 30th Anniversary with 5-Course Omakase Menu
Nobu restaurants are celebrating their 30-year anniversary on 10/8. In honor of this milestone, Nobu Los Angeles is offering a special 5-course omakase from 10/7 – 10/13 designed to reflect Nobu’s rich history! This menu will embody the restaurant’s culinary legacy by featuring dishes like Japanese Red Snapper Matsuhisa-style, Japanese Mirai Beef Anticucho, and the famous Black Cod in Butter Lettuce. Although longtime fans may recognize a few of these dishes, some will be new iterations of classic recipes. $168.35; 10/7 – 10/13; 903 North La cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 310.657.5711
Halloween Events
Embrace Spooky Season in style with our guide to the most thrilling Halloween events in Los Angeles. From haunted houses/mazes and scary thrill rides, to bar crawls, parades, and costume parties, we’ve curated a list of the city’s top attractions that will make Halloween 2024 unforgettable.
Tuesday
SpongeBob Square Pants Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Krabby Patty at BOA Steakhouse
In honor of SpongeBob’s 25th Anniversary, BOA Steakhouse is bringing a taste of the Krusty Krab to Angelenos with a limited edition Krabby Patty Burger. Although SpongeBob and the Krusty Krab say their Krabby Patty recipe is a secret, BOA Steakhouse’s version of the Krabby Patty brings upscale flavors with their 8oz wagyu beef patty with a house-made short rib marmalade, BOA burger sauce, tomato, red onion, and parsley salad, all served on a toasted brioche bun, with fries on the side for $24. The Krabby Patty Burger will be available at BOA Sunset and Manhattan Beach. $24; Tuesday – 10/27, Various hours at the Sunset and Manhattan Beach locations
SpongeBob Krabby Patty Kollab Arrives at Wendy’s for a Limited Time
Dive into the SpongeBob SquarePants universe with Wendy’s limited-time Krabby Patty Kollab Burger. In honor of the 25th anniversary of SpongeBob SquarePants , Wendy’s is offering a delicious and nostalgic creation of the Krabby Patty (a quarter pound of beef, two slices of melty American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and a “top-secret Krabby Kollab sauce,” on a toasted bun. For a sweet ending, pair it with the refreshing Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty for a truly unforgettable and under the sea experience. Various prices, hours, and locations
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
Terror with a View: Halloween Movie Nights at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood
The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood’s stunning i|O Rooftop features weekly Wednesday rooftop Halloween Movie Nights dubbed Terror with a View. Available to guests and locals alike, with a $40 minimum food & beverage spend, along with complimentary valet parking Terror with a View is where horror meets amazing views and deliciously evil hand-crafted cocktails and bites. Tonite, watch as the children of Elm Street take on Freddy Krueger in the horror classic, A Nightmare On Elm Street. $40+; Wednesdays (through 10/30); 8:00 pm; 1400 Cahuenga Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.762.1000
Thursday
El Torito Celebrates 70 Years with $3 Tacos, $7 Platinum Drink Specials, and Extended Happy Hour
El Torito is turning 70 this year, and will be marking its Platinum Anniversary today. With seven decades of serving guests timeless Mexican dishes and beverages, El Torito is thanking its loyal patrons with $7 platinum drink specials on Cadillac Margaritas and platinum tequila shots like 1800 Cristalino and Flecha tequila, $3 tacos (with options including steak, chicken, carnitas, or al pastor), an all day happy hour beginning at 3 pm , and prizes to dine at a discount. As part of the Platinum Anniversary celebration, guests dining at El Torito on Thursday will also have the chance to win big with exclusive Platinum Ticket bounce backs. Every guest will receive a scratch-off card for a chance to win 20% off, $10 off a $30 purchase, or a free appetizer on future visits. Plus, seven lucky winners will be named “Platinum Winners,” each receiving a $70 gift card. Various prices; Thursday, Various hours; All El Torito locations
On Sale Now
On Sale Now (10/11 – 10/12): Manhattan Beach Food and Wine Festival
The culinary world is about to be abuzz with excitement as Event Founder Shelby Russell and Event Host Neal Fraser introduce Southern California’s newest and most notable world-class culinary festival, the Inaugural Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival, featuring an all-star lineup of 50 Best Chefs held at Manhattan Village! Set against the stunning coastal backdrop of one of America’s most beautiful cities, Manhattan Beach Food & Wine promises to be a spectacular two-night strolling culinary extravaganza with an Opening Night Celebration on Friday, 10/11, and Grand Tasting on Saturday, 10/12. Each evening will bring together the industry’s top tastemakers and culinary and beverage connoisseurs to celebrate an all-star lineup of 25 of the best chefs and restaurants, illustrious wineries, premier spirits, handcrafted cocktails, craft breweries, curated selection of non-alcoholic beverages, live entertainment, and much more. $295+; 10/11 – 10/12, 7 – 10:00 pm; 3200 Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; 310.546.5555
On Sale Now (10/12): If You Love Me… A True R&B Day Party at Moxy DTLA
This October, Moxy Hotel Downtown Los Angeles’s takes a funky turn with the return of the iconic IF YOU LOVE ME R&B Day Party. On Saturday, 10/12, lovers of R&B music, slow jams, and good vibes are invited to Bar Moxy for the ultimate day party, complete with performances from Rickey D’Shon (@djrickeydshon) and DJ R-Tistic (@djrtistic). Saturday, 10/12, 3 – 8:00 pm; Entry is free for hotel guests – $23 for non-hotel guests; Moxy Downtown Los Angeles – 1260 South Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015
On Sale Now (10/13): Off the Hook Festival Returns to the Historic Santa Monica Pier
Calling all seafood lovers! The Off The Hook Santa Monica Seafood Festival is returning to the iconic Santa Monica Pier on Sunday, 10/13 in celebration of National Seafood Month! This beloved ocean-inspired tasting event features the city’s top chefs and restaurants and their favorite underwater ingredients. Attendees will enjoy seafood samplings, beer gardens, wine tastings, live yacht rock music, oyster-shucking competitions, games, and more fun in the sun. Enjoy tastings from Westside favorites such as Chef Govind Armstrong of The Lobster, Santa Monica Seafood, Blue Plate Oysterette, Raphael Lunetta’s Marelle, Chef Job Carder of Michael’s Santa Monica, Chef Brian Bornemann of Crudo e Nudo, Gladstones, Sushi Roku, Blue Ribbon Sushi, BOA, TIATO, The Albright, Layla, Ocean Prime Beverly Hills, The Surfing Fox, Killer Shrimp, Santa Monica Whaler, and many more. OFF THE HOOK is 100% free of Single-Use Plastics and benefits Heal the Bay in an effort to help preserve our local ocean and beaches for future generations. So throw on those ascots and sailor hats and bring your appetite! $81.31; 10/13, Santa Monica Pier – 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401
On Sale Now (10/16 – 10/17): BOA Steakhouse x Pisoni Family Wine Team Up for Luxurious Wine Dinner
BOA Steakhouse and Pisoni Family Wine are teaming up for an unforgettable Wine Dinner Experience. On 10/16 in Manhattan Beach and 10/17 in West Hollywood, explore the best of Pisoni Family Wines with BOA Steakhouse’s expertly paired six-course tasting menu by Chef Brendan Collins. Guests can make a reservation for Manhattan Beach and West Hollywood online.
- AMUSE
- Goat Cheese Baklava Cone
- Lucy Rose of Pinot Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2023
- RAW
- Halibut Crudo
- Lucia by Pisoni Chardonnay Estate Cuvee Santa Lucia Highlands 2022
- FISH
- Monkfish Matelote
- Lucia by Pisoni Pinot Noir Garys’ Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands 2021
- GAME
- Lamb “Wellington”
- Pisoni Pinot Noir Pisoni Vineyard Santa Lucia Highlands 2019
- ENTREE
- Westholme Australian Wagyu Short Ribs
- Lucia by Pisoni Syrah Susan’s Hill Santa Lucia Highlands 2021
- CHEESE
- Jasper Hill Harbison Triple Cream, Membrillo, Honeycomb, Mostarda di Frutta
- Lucy Gamay Noir Santa Lucia Highlands 2023
On Sale Now (10/19): Viceroy Santa Monica’s Saturday Social is Back!
The Viceroy Santa Monica welcomes you to meet them under the palms on the Sugar Palm patio for the next edition of the Social Series. The afternoon will feature a collection of vendors from around the community, local DJs, opportunities to sip and sample drinks and culinary delights from the hotel’s signature restaurant Sugar Palm, and games to enjoy. $12; 10/19, 12 – 3:00 pm; 1819 Ocean Avenue Santa Monica, CA 90401
On Sale Now (10/24): One-Night Only: Moonshine Experience Dinner at Black Angus Steakhouse
Black Angus Steakhouse, West Coast’s popular steakhouse chain, will be featuring the un-aged whiskey, Ole Smoky Moonshine, for a one-night Moonshine Experience; a dinner series put on by the steakhouse where three courses of off-menu dishes are presented to their guests and paired up with a line of cocktails provided by the featured beverage. Cheers! $51.99; 10/24, 7:00 pm; all Black Angus locations
The meal will be presented as follows:
- Start the night with a Shrimp and Cheesy Grits made with smoked hot link sausage and tomatoes paired with a Cherry Lime Moonshine cocktail.
- The dinner will continue on with a perfectly cooked entree of Smothered Grilled Top Sirloin made with caramelized onion gravy, mashed potatoes, and garlic butter green beans paired with a White Lightning Moonshine Sour cocktail.
- Guests will end the tasty evening with a dessert, Sky High Mud Pie made with Ole Smoky Moonshine-soaked cherries paired with a Mint Chocolate Chip Grasshopper cocktail.
On Sale Now (10/28) Venus Williams to Keynote Speak at Visionary Women’s Fall Salon
Visionary Women is hosting its annual Fall Salon featuring highly-anticipated keynote speaker and tennis legend, Venus Williams. Known for her unmatched prowess on the court and her successful ventures off of it, Venus Williams will be celebrating the release of her inspiring new book, STRIVE. Williams’ conversation promises to be an enlightening evening supporting Visionary Women’s mission for the empowerment and advancement of women, where she’ll delve into her journey on and off the court, offering insights into her life, career, and the motivation behind her latest literary work. The event, sponsored by GEARYS Beverly Hills and the Wall Street Journal, is open to the public and attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Venus’s book, STRIVE. $161.90; 10/28, 5 – 7:00 pm; The Wallis Goldsmith Theater – 9390 North Santa Monica Boulevard Beverly Hills, CA 90210
