The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 8/8/25 – 8/10/25
Friday
Levain Bakery Opens in Beverly Hills
Calling all foodies, Levain Bakery is opening their highly anticipated Beverly Hills location today at 8:00 am. Fans of the popular chain will have the chance to try the new exclusive limited-edition Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip cookie made with both crunchy and smooth peanut butter. This new cookie that will only be available at this location for one month to celebrate the grand opening. The first 100 customers will receive exclusive swag bags, and all opening day proceeds will benefit OBK Los Angeles, a community-run kitchen that prepares meals for distribution to those in need throughout the city, making this sweet celebration even more meaningful for the local community. Free entry; Friday, 8:00 am – 10:00 pm; 130 S Beverly Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Subway Hosts FREE Happy Gilmore 2 “Happy Place” Pop-Up Experience
“Just tap it in…. Subway is hosting an exclusive “Happy Place” pop-up experience in Santa Monica, transforming one of their Southern California restaurants into Happy Gilmore’s surreal dream world from the Netflix hit Happy Gilmore 2. Guests can play minigolf, see members of the cast appearances, and enjoy themed Happy Gilmore Meals featuring Cold Cut Combo and All-American Club sandwiches. Free entry with RSVP; Friday, 12 – 7:00 pm; Subway – 1801 W. Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
Jurassic Park in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl
Experience cinematic magic like never before as Jurassic Park comes to life at the Hollywood Bowl. For two spectacular nights, Gustavo Dudamel and the Los Angeles Philharmonic will perform John Williams’ legendary score live while the beloved film is projected live to picture. $36+; Friday – Saturday, 8:00 pm; 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; 323.850.2000
Movie Night in the Plaza! (See Shrek at Intuit Dome)
Gather your friends and family for an enchanting evening as the beloved animated classic Shrek comes to the big screen at the Plaza at Intuit Dome. Don’t forget to pack your blankets and lawn chairs for the ultimate outdoor movie experience where fairy tale magic meets perfect summer entertainment under the stars. $5; Friday, 7:30 pm; 3930 W Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90303; 888.311.0231
KCRW FREE Summer Nights With the Wende Museum
Experience the inaugural KCRW Summer Nights collaboration with the Wende Museum, featuring an intellectually vibrant evening with DJ sets from KCRW’s Chris Douridas and Francesca Harding. The evening will be an unforgettable blend of music, meaningful conversation, and collective discovery in a uniquely cultural setting. Immerse yourself in the Wende’s extraordinary Cold War-era art and artifact collection while exploring their groundbreaking exhibition Counter/Surveillance: Control, Privacy, Agency, which thoughtfully pairs historical objects with contemporary artworks from around the world, creating the perfect backdrop for the beloved KCRW summer night experience. Free; Friday, 6:00 pm; 10808 Culver Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230
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!
Rams vs. Cowboys Preseason NFL Matchup at SoFi Stadium
Get ready for an exciting NFL preseason matchup as the Los Angeles Rams host the Dallas Cowboys at SoFi Stadium, kicking off the Rams’ three-week preseason schedule in their state-of-the-art home venue. $79+; Saturday, 4:00 pm; 1001 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90301; 424.541.9100
Chez Jay’s FREE 66th Anniversary Party
Chez Jay is celebrating its 66th Anniversary. In honor of the celebration, this “celebrity hang out,” “dive bar” and “classy joint” along Route 66 (aka Ocean Avenue), is hosting a big, nearly all-day, retro-themed party for the community. While dinner reservations inside the historic restaurant were quickly snapped up, there are still some tickets left for their “Legend’s Lounge” in the back. For those who miss out on tickets, there’s still an opportunity to be a part of the celebration, with tons of FREE entertainment (food & drinks for purchase) in “The Lot.” Free (The Lot with RSVP)+; Saturday, 3:00 pm – 12:00 am; 1657 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.395.1741
FREE RNB Block Party Concert With Blackstreet , Shai, Blaque, Truth Hurts, & More!
Get ready to groove to classic ’90s R&B hits as the FREE R&B Block Party takes over Pershing Square in DTLA. The show features legendary performances by Blackstreet, Shai, Blaque, Truth Hurts, Tweet, and more incredible artists. Guests will also enjoy fully stocked bars, food trucks, and art vendors creating the ultimate block party atmosphere in the heart of LA. $Free – $22.90 (VIP); Saturday, 3:00 pm – 12:00 am; Pershing Square – 532 S Olive St Los Angeles, CA 90013
FX’s Alien: Earth to Launch “The Hunt” Experience at W Hollywood
FX will launch a global immersive stunt across 14 cities in support of the premiere of FX’s highly anticipated sci-fi series, Alien: Earth, and the W Hollywood marks one of the coveted spots. The plot of the experience: The USCSS Maginot has crash-landed on Earth and containment units holding mysterious alien life forms have fallen from the wreckage and landed in cities around the world. Brave fans who approach the Prodigy Corp officers protecting the salvaged containment crates will be rewarded with a chance to instantly win an exclusive prize. The immersive stunt will feature containment unit crates from the series, hidden Easter Eggs, photo opportunities and exclusive prizes. By participating, fans have a chance to win a pair of limited-edition Alien: Earth x Skullcandy Crusher EVO Headphones with mind-blowing multi-sensory bass, an Alien: Earth thermos, or a collectible pin. Plus, fans can receive special offers from “The Hunt” collaborations with select W Hotels and Black Tap Craft Burgers & Beer locations. Saturday, 12 – 6:00 pm; 6250 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
- AND there’s more! Additionally, the network has launched FX’s Alien: Earth “The Hunt” Sweepstakes. Now through 8/17, fans can enter for a chance to win a pair of limited edition Alien: Earth x Skullcandy Crusher EVO Headphones with mind-blowing multi-sensory bass, an exclusive collection of branded products, or a grand prize which includes round trip airfare and a 2-night stay in one of the participating “The Hunt” locations: W New York – Times Square, W Hollywood, W San Francisco, and W Seattle. To enter, visit the sweepstakes link here: https://www.fxnetworks.com/thehuntsweeps.***
Sunday
Chargers vs. Saints Preseason NFL Game at SoFi Stadium
The Los Angeles Chargers host the New Orleans Saints in a preseason game at SoFi Stadium. $34+; Sunday, 1:05 pm; 1001 Stadium Dr, Inglewood, CA 90301; 424.541.9100
Cocoa Butta Pool Party at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood
Get ready to vibe at the hottest pool party in LA as Cocoa Butta takes over The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood’s stunning 7th-floor rooftop this Sunday. The day party features the city’s top DJs spinning the best R&B, Hip Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, and throwback hits against the backdrop of breathtaking LA skyline sunset views. Come swimwear-ready for the ultimate photo-ready pool party experience in Hollywood. Free with RSVP before 3:30 pm; Sunday, 3 – 8:00 pm; 1400 Cahuenga Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028
FREE 90s Ditch Party With Robin S, CeCe Peniston, SNAP, Crystal Waters and More!
This weekend, DTLA will host the ultimate ’90s house music throwback as the FREE 90s Ditch Party House Concert takes over Pershing Square. Get ready to sing along to your favorite tracks from Robin S, CeCe Peniston, SNAP, Crystal Waters, and more. $Free – $87.21 (VIP); Sunday, 3:00 pm – 12:00 am; Pershing Square – 532 S Olive St Los Angeles, CA 90013
