The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 2/14/25 – 2/16/25
Friday
40 Best Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Everyone
Valentine’s Day 2025 is here. Are you ready? Whether you’re shopping for your girlfriend/boyfriend, wife/husband, or that impossible-to-shop-for best friend, I’ve curated the ultimate 40 best last-minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas that go WAY beyond the basic flowers and chocolate. These last-minute finds are perfect for everyone and guaranteed to make your Valentine feel truly special. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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Los Angeles Celebrates Valentine’s Day with Dinners, Sweet Treats, and More!
Love is in the air in Los Angeles, and we have everything you need, from the perfect gift, to romantic dinners, and sweet treats, to create a Happy Valentine’s Day.
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Tyler, The Creator CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR Comes to Crypto.com Arena
Grammy Award-winning artist Tyler, The Creator is set to electrify Los Angeles with his groundbreaking CHROMAKOPIA: THE WORLD TOUR, bringing his genre-defying artistry and theatrical stage presence to the Crypto.com Arena. The visionary rapper and producer promises an immersive visual spectacle featuring hits from his critically acclaimed albums, complete with his signature elaborate set designs and mind-bending production that have made him one of hip-hop’s most innovative live performers. $159+; Friday – Thursday (except Sunday), 7:30 pm; 1111 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.742.7100
Rock & Brews Collaborates with Snoop Dog & Dr. Dre on LTO Cocktail Featuring Still G.I.N
Rock & Brews, the national restaurant and entertainment concept founded by music legends Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, is teaming up with the iconic duo – Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg – to create a limited-edition rocktail using Still G.I.N. from their Gin & Juice spirits brand. Named after Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s headlining West Coast tour in 2000, the Up in Smoke is a sweet and smoky cocktail made with Still G.I.N., St-Germain, lemon juice, pink grapefruit juice, and house-made raspberry honey syrup. The cocktail is shaken and garnished with a grapefruit peel before it’s put under a cloche with wild berry smoke, which is then removed tableside for a dramatic unveiling for each guest. Various prices, Various hours; El Segundo, Redondo Beach, Buena Park, Tustin, and Corona locations
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Saturday
Cobra Kai Fan Event in Venice
Celebrate the final season of Cobra Kai with an immersive event at the Venice Beach Rec Center. Get ready to celebrate the end of one of your favorite shows with a special Crane Kick Pose Challenge and other surprises throughout the day. Free entry; Saturday, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm; 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291; 310.396.6794
Weekends Are for Bottomless Brunches in Los Angeles
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!
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Sunday
The Harlem Globetrotters Come to LA
The World-Famous Harlem Globetrotters are bringing their jaw-dropping basketball wizardry back to Los Angeles, and trust me, this is one show you don’t want to miss! The legendary team will showcase their incredible ball-handling skills, hilarious on-court antics, and gravity-defying dunks that have been entertaining families for generations. $57; Sunday, 1:00 pm; Intuit Dome – 3930 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90303; 888.311.0231
On Sale Now
On Sale Now: (2/19) The LA Art Show Opening Night Premiere Party
Los Angeles art enthusiasts, mark your calendars for the 30th Annual LA Art Show Opening Night Premiere Party on 2/19, where global art galleries from the United States, Switzerland, the UK, Ukraine, South Korea, and beyond will converge at the Los Angeles Convention Center for an unforgettable cultural celebration. This milestone event not only promises an expansive showcase of international art but also gives back to the community, with 15% of ticket proceeds supporting the American Heart Association and complimentary entry for local firefighters, making it a truly meaningful evening that honors both artistic excellence and local heroes. The LA Art Show will also grant firefighters and their families free entry to the fair from 2/19 – 2/23 to thank them for their tireless efforts on behalf of all Angelenos. $250; 2/19, 6 – 10:00 pm; Los Angeles Convention Center – 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
On Sale Now: (2/19) METS Series at Viceroy: Where Culture, Business & Innovation Collide
In partnership with Community Collective’s regular Happy Hour series, the METS Series – a dynamic gathering where music, entertainment, technology, and sports come together to shape the future, will provide guests with the opportunity to learn how these industries drive culture, business, and innovation, and an opportunity to network with the business leaders trailblazing a new path in 2025 and beyond. Join the Viceroy for an evening of thought-provoking discussions, networking, and a panel of insights from industry leaders who are redefining innovation and community impact. Free entry; 2/19, 6 – 8:30 pm; Viceroy – 1819 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.260.7500
On Sale Now: (2/19) Speed Dating & Matchmaking Event at Benny Boy Brewing
Dating Is Hard. Benny Boy Brewing wants to change that. They’re eliminating online matches you never meet in person, dead-end first dates, and boring small talk. At their speed dating & matchmaking events, they match you with the most compatible people in the room so you can make the most of your time. If you want to make real connections, this is the event for you! $33.77; 2/19, 1821 Daly Street Los Angeles, CA 90031
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On Sale Now: (2/21 – 3/2) Immersive Experience Inspired by Peacock’s The Traitors Opens in LA
Peacock is bringing Emmy award-winning competition series The Traitors to life in LA with an immersive fan experience that offers a chance to bond with (or betray) friends or enjoy a little mystery with a date while competing in your own version of the series’ murder mystery game. Beginning 2/21, a private mansion will be transformed into the series’ Scottish castle, where visitors will have a chance to determine the Traitors in their midst to walk away with all-new, exclusive prizes. $40+; 2/21 – 3/2 (see dates and times below); Location to be given upon purchase of ticket
- February, February 21: 5:45 – 9:15pm
- Saturday, February 22: 5:45 – 9:15pm
- Sunday, February 23: 5:45 – 9:15pm
- Friday, February 28: 5:45 – 9:15pm
- Saturday, March 1: 5:45 – 9:15pm
- Sunday, March 2: 5:45 – 9:15pm
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On Sale Now: (3/15 – 3/16) Hip-Hop Music Festival Rolling Loud Returns to Los Angeles
The Rolling Loud hip-hop music festival makes its return to Los Angeles this March! This year’s festival will last 2 days, and will take place on the Hollywood Park Grounds adjacent to So-Fi Stadium. The lineup includes some of the biggest names in hip-hop, like A$AP Rocky, Playboi Carti, Quavo, and BLXST. $199+; 3/15 – 3/16; Hollywood Park Grounds adjacent to So-Fi Stadium – 1001 Stadium Dr., Inglewood, CA 90301;305.571.6450