Derby Dolls’ first bout in Their New Venue
The LA Derby Dolls are back and 2015 games will resume at the new Doll Factory. Founded in 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls are SoCal’s premiere women’s roller derby league. Within the league, four fierce teams battle for dominance: Fight Crew, Sirens, Tough Cookies and Varsity Brawlers. The L.A. Derby Dolls also operates the L.A. Junior Derby Dolls for girls ages 8-17, where they will be taught the skating skills, teamwork and strategy needed to play roller derby. $10+; Saturday, 6:30-10 pm; 4900 Alhambra Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90032
Dodgers vs. Rockies + Yoga on the Field
Nosh on new menu items at Dodger Stadium. They are serving up fried Dodger Dog or vegan nachos (it’s LA). After the game be one of the 1,000 Angelenos to get on the field for the largest yoga class ever at Dodger Stadium. YogaWorks instructor, Mia Togo will lead the all-level class and your ticket dodgers.com/yoga includes a Dodger yoga mat in addition to admission to the game. Sunday; 1000 Elysian Park Ave., Los Angeles, CA; 323.224.1507
The Dining Room LA
Get exclusive access to a secret pop-up dinner, because The Dining Room LA is waiving their normal membership fee and inviting adventurous diners to join in a one-night-only dinner in Culver City. Expect a vegetable focused menu from Chef Nina Curtis (The Springs), entertainment and white glove service. $160; Saturday, 6-10 pm; location to be disclosed
KROQ Weenie Roast Y Fiesta 2015
See top bands including pop, indie, folk, rock, and more, all on stage at the annual all-day festival. Headliners include Florence + The Machine, Muse, Death Cab for Cutie Panic! At The Disco, Saint Motel and many others. Saturday, Noon; Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, 8808 Irvine Center Dr., Irvine, CA
Yes Address
When you say “Yes” to new experiences, you open up a world of possibilities so Eventbrite is hosting six days of events that you can say “Yes” to right now. The event series, curated by Eventbrite’s Senior LA Marketing Manager Leila Najafi, will pop up all over Los Angeles. The schedule includes everything from a beer and cheese tasting to a Bang Bang Brunch. RSVP and find full schedule here. Through May 20
Garden Tour Masterpiece
The 27th annual event gives you the opportunity to visit private home gardens rarely seen by the public. The day also includes a luncheon at the Virginia Robinson Gardens, where they will honor a member of the community as the Grand Marshall. Throughout the estate you can view the mansion’s historical rooms uniquely embellished by premier interior designers and florists. The luncheon program includes a fashion show of latest looks as well as an opportunity to purchase gifts. $225+; Saturday; 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, CA; 310.550.2087
Beats & Eats
Head over to EsCaLA K-Town for a Beats + Eats brunch, DJ sets, a live street art installation, and of course, bottomless mimosas. Sunday, 11 am-4 pm; 3451 W. 6th St., Los Angeles, CA 90020
Traveler by TOMS & American Rag Launch Party
TOMS x American Rag are throwing a launch party at the TOMS Headquarters. Get a pair of TOMS Traveler sunglasses, and you and a friend get free tacos, beer, and tunes by KCRW’s Jason Bentley. Oh yeah, and the shades are pretty sick too. Saturday, 4-7 pm; TOMS Headquarters
Dark Nights @ LA Live
It’s Back! L.A. LIVE’s Dark Nights has a ton of live musicians, performers, artists and indie craft vendors. Not to mention $5 food & drink menus at participating L.A. LIVE restaurants and $10 parking. Friday, 6-10 pm; L.A. LIVE, 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Moe’s Opens
Have you always dreamed of drinking a Duff at Moe’s Tavern? Now you can! Universal Studios has everything you need to feel like you’re in Springfield. Springfield at Universal Studios Hollywood, 100 Universal City Plaza, 800.864.8377
Venice Family Clinic’s Art Walk & Auctions
This event raises money to fund healthcare for the low-income, uninsured, and homeless patients of the Venice Family Clinic. From 12-4 pm, enjoy artist studio tours. From 12-6 pm, visit the community celebration with food trucks, restaurants, music, muralists, a dog day care, artisan shops, and the kid-friendly Imagination Station. The silent auction benefiting the Venice Family Clinic features works by artists including Edgar Arceneaux, Andrea Bowers, Matthew Brandt, Sam Durant, Francesca Gabbiani, Alexandra Grant, Roger Herman, Kim McCarty, Jennifer Moon, Ana Prvacki, Ry Rocklen, Ed Ruscha, Alison Saar, Analia Saban, John Van Hamersveld, and many others. See the full list of artists here. Preview the works and place bids online by noon on Friday, May 15. Sunday, 12-6 pm; Google Los Angeles, 340 Main St., Venice, CA 90291
World Whisky Day at Tom Bergin’s
Celebrating the historic Irish pub’s extensive list of Irish whiskey, they’ll be offering a specialty Tullamore DEW flight in honor of World Whisky Day. The flight includes four 1 oz. pours of Tullamore’s regular, 10-year, 12-year, and special edition Phoenix, which will be available all-day at the Horseshoe Bar. $30; Saturday; 840 S Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90036; 323.936.7151
Terrazza Lounge’s Triple Crown
Taking place every Tuesday throughout the summer and launching this weekend, (Preakness Stakes) at the beachfront lounge inside Hotel Casa del Mar, this event features a special horse race-themed, craft cocktail menu prepared by a guest mixologist. Sample cocktails include He’s A Sprinter with Knob Creek Rye Whiskey, honey, and fresh squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice; Go Man Go with Cruzan Aged Light Rum, mango juice, mint, and club soda; and the classic Maker’s Mark Mint Julep with Maker’s Mark Bourbon, mint, cane sugar, and crushed ice (all $14). Additionally, on Triple Crown days, the lounge televisions will be broadcasting all the action with sound for race enthusiasts to root on their favorites while sipping on these specialty cocktails alongside Terrazza’s signature Mediterranean small bites. For those seeking an insider’s advantage on which horses to pick, the menus also feature information about the Triple Crown contenders, horse owners, and trainers. Place your bets! Saturday (and Saturday, May 30), 5-8 pm; 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405; 310.581.5533
Guest Chef Series in the Chandelier Room
They are also celebrating the second leg of the Triple Crown, The Preakness Stakes. This premier culinary event pairs with the tradition of horse racing, along with a menu paired with cocktails by Julian Cox. Your ticket includes dining, one glass of Champagne (noon-1:30 pm), daily racing program, wgering tip sheet, and day of racing. $65; Saturday, 12-5 pm; 285 W Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91007
The 29th Annual Bug Fair at NHM: The Year of the Butterfly
For you who love the creepy crawler, join in the biggest bug festival in North America is at the Natural History Museum! You can check out cooking demos and tastings with bug chefs, over 50 buggy vendors, specialty bug-related products like local honey, silk, wax, and bug-inspired artwork, butterfly expert Dr. Elizabeth Long, the Monarch Migration Parade in the Nature Gardens, NHM Insect Encounters, the Citizen Science Caterpillar Hunt— collect real scientific data, butterfly-themed education activities, and bug tours of the Nature Gardens. Saturday & Sunday; 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007; 213.763.DINO
Dominick’s 6th Annual Crawfish Boil
New Orleans native Chef Brandon Boudet is bringing Big Easy inspired dishes back to LA with his 6th Annual Crawfish Boil in West Hollywood on Saturday, May 16th and Saturday, May 23rdfrom 12pm to 4pm. Chef Boudet will be cooking up a selection of his famed specialties to bring New Orleans right to the heart of Los Angeles. Menu highlights include: Creole Pork Meatballs with Caramelized Onions & Hot Mustard, Chicken & Andouille Gumbo, Crawfish Boil Artichoke with Creole Remoulade, Crawfish by the Pound, Soft Shell Crab Po’ Boy, and Boozy Sno Ball. In the spirit of the Crawfish Boil, Boudet will also be serving Bloody Marys, Pecan Bourbon Old Fashions, PBRs in a can as and New Orleans Abita Amber in a can, keeping true to the NoLa tradition.
Bite at the Beach
Enjoy a day at the beach with food, craft beer, and live music. The Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce presents the second annual Bite at the Beach where a portion of the proceeds donated to charity. $75+; Saturday, 2-6 pm; MBS Media Campus, 1600 Rosecrans Ave., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
California Strawberry Festival
Pie eating contests, relay races, live music, strawberry beer, and an estimated 1.5 million strawberries. $12; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am-6:30 pm; At the Strawberry Meadows of College Park, 3250 South Rose Ave., Oxnard, CA
OC Greek Fest
The OC Greek Food Festival celebrates the best of Greek food, music, dancing and culture. Experience authentic Greek foods and homemade Greek pastries; traditional Greek dancing and Greek music; an outdoor marketplace and expansive “Kidz Zone” with carnival rides & games and other children’s activities, and much more. $3; Friday, 3-10 pm, Saturday & Sunday, 12-10 pm; St. John Greek Orth. Church, 405 N. Dale St., Anaheim, CA 92801
Vegan Beer & Food Festival
Only in Los Angeles, would you find a whole festival devoted to vegan. This festival has actually-good, non-animal food, plus beer, great bands, including recent Coachella Americana-rockers Jamestown Revival. $50+; Saturday, 1 pm; 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA, 91103
Tour De Venice
Celebrate of the best of Venice Beach at Tour de Venice! Hosted by Hotel Erwin on, this fun community event will feature pop-up boutiques from favorite Venice Beach artisans and retailers, including LF Stores, Venice Woods, Harlot Salon and more. With activities throughout the hotel, there will be plenty of opportunities to mix and mingle, shop and explore, as well as taste some of Barlo’s best drinks and menu items. Go for VIP, which includes access to High Rooftop Lounge, hosted beer and snacks from Chef Adam Steudle. A portion of all proceeds will benefit the Venice Community Housing Corp. $10/General Admission, $50/VIP ((Includes access to High Rooftop Lounge, hosted Venice Duck beer and snacks); Saturday, 1-4 pm; Hotel Erwin, 1697 Pacific Ave., Venice Beach, CA 90291
Mulholland Drive at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Enjoy this funny, terrifying, riveting movie. After an accident, a woman with amnesia finds herself in the apartment of a Hollywood-hopeful from out of town. As they find clues to who she is, they begin a journey down a dark and twisted path filled with danger. This movie put Naomi Watts on the map. $14; Saturday, 6:45/Gates, 8:30/Movie; 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Mama Shelter Opens in Hollywood
Mama’s first US outpost is opening here in our city. In collaboration with the Trigano family (founders of Mama Shelter and co-founders of Club Med), Thierry Gaugain led the design and chef Benjamin Bailly (Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, Petrossian and Fraiche) composed the menus for the lobby and rooftop dining — including a 24-hour menu. Between the rooms, the outdoor rooftop gym and the food and drink, Mama Shelter is a welcome addition the Hollywood neighborhood. And with rates starting at $139 per night, it’s certainly a breath of fresh air to the ever-pricey LA hotel scene. Get your staycation on! Friday; 6500 Selma Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028
Sales:
Alternative
Score 30% off all Alternative merchandise in-store at both LA (Larchmont & Venice) and online (use code “FRIEND30”) during the globally-conscious basics brand’s friends and family sale. Through Sunday; 219 N Larchmont Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90004; 323.378.5700 & 1337 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA; 310.482.3316
Asics
Get 50-80% off women’s and men’s athletic footwear during the two-day warehouse sale in Irvine. Saturday & Sunday, 9 am-5 pm; 15350 Barranca Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618
Blue Dot
Snag deep discounts on the modern furniture company’s sofas, sectionals, chairs, dining tables and more during its floor sample sale. Friday, 10 am-6 pm, Sunday, 12-5 pm; 8000 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046
Cleobella,Tigerlily, Bless’d Are The Meek
Get deep discounts on a host of boho-cool labels, including Cleobella, Tigerlily, Bless’d Are The Meek, Samantha Wills, The Knot Sisters, and many more during Sydny showroom’s two-day sample sale in Costa Mesa. Cash payments encouraged. Friday, 9 am-6 pm, Saturday, 9 am-3 pm; 1796 Monrovia Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Clover Canyon
Enjoy up to 70% on the LA label’s tops, dresses, leggings, and more from its spring and fall ’14 collections and prior during the sample sale. Friday, 10 am-6 pm; 834 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Eva Franco
Score the LA designer’s vintage-inspired pieces starting at $35 during the two-day sample sale. Friday, 12-7 pm, Saturday, 11 am-6 pm; 731 South Spring St., Suite 500, Los Angeles, CA 90014
Super Saturday
Rachel Zoe and Molly Sims are hosting this annual charity shopping event in Santa Monica, which features up to 50% off designers like Theory, Diane von Furstenberg, Vince, and more. The proceeds benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. $150; Saturday, 12-5 pm; The Barker Hangar, 3021 Airport Ave., Santa Monica, CA; 310.390.9071
Gold Hawk
Snag up to the luxury label’s signature silk camis, and more apparel and samples from its 2014 and 2015 collections for $10-60 during the sale. Friday, 9 am-5 pm, Saturday, 9 am-3 pm; 3864 S Santa Fe Ave., Vernon, CA 90058
HD Buttercup
Get 20-80% off the modern and retro furniture and decor retailer’s luxe seating, tables, rugs, and more during the semi-annual warehouse sale. The first 150 shoppers on Friday and Saturday score free ice cream from Carmela’s Famous Ice Cream Truck. Friday -Sunday, 10 am-6 pm; 14300 S Main St., Gardena, CA 90248
Gilt City Warehouse Sale
Get to this sale for a full wardrobe update! Expect major discounts on brands like Carolina Herrera, Missoni, Oscar de la Renta, and more at Gilt City’s massive warehouse extravaganza. Complimentary wine and bites will also be provided as shopping fuel and so you don’t feel guilty how much you spend. Friday & Saturday; Siren Studios, 6063 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA; 323.467.3559
Herschel Supply Co., Native Shoes, More: California Market Center
Enjoy major deals on Herschel Supply Co.‘s bags, footwear by Native, sunnies and watches by Komono, and Brothers Marshall‘s “bro” apparel during the two-day sample sale. Friday & Saturday, 10 am-6 pm; 110 E 9th St., Suite B420, Los Angeles, CA 90079; 213.630.3600
Karen Kane
Get up to 70% off previous collections and shop the new spring line during the LA designer’s sample sale. Friday, 10:30 am-4 pm; 2275 E 37th St., Los Angeles, CA 90058
Ligne Roset Los Angeles
Take 25-75% off floor samples, discontinued items, and overstock during the modern home furnishings and decor store’s annual sample sale. Saturday & Sunday, 11 am-5:30 pm (and Monday, 9:30 am-6 pm); 8843 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048
LRG
Get deep discounts on the skate-inspired lifestyle brand’s apparel and accessories for women, men, and kids. No wearing LRG into the sale and no bags or backpacks allowed. Friday-Sunday, 9 am-5 pm; 7 Holland, Irvine, CA 92618
Marysia Swim & Parachute Bedding
Get 60-70% off Marysia Swim‘s scalloped, simple bikinis and on-pieces ($50-60 per top and bottom, $85-95 per one-piece) and Parachute‘s stylish bedding sets ($59-209), pillowcase and sham sets ($30+), sheets ($40+), duvet covers ($119+), candles, cashmere blankets, and beach totes. Complimentary DIY floral bouquets by The Bouqs, bites and sips from Bang Bang Brunch, and music will also be going down. Saturday, 11 am-5 pm; 54 Paloma Ave., Venice, CA 90291
Planet Blue
Score 50% off storewide at the boho retailer’s Santa Monica location only. For Love & Lemons, Jen’s Pirate Booty, and Stone Cold Fox are just a few labels included; Blue Life merchandise will be starting at $35. Friday-Sunday, 10 am-7 pm; 800 14th St., Santa Monica, CA 90403; 310.394.0135
Riller & Fount
Score the LA basics brand’s jersey dresses, tops, bottoms, and more starting at $10 during its summer sample sale. Friday, 10 am-3 pm, Saturday, 10 am-1 pm; 308 East 9th St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
Sexy Hair
Score up to 90% off haircare products during the cash-only sample sale. Friday, 10 am-3 pm; 21551 Prairie St., Chatsworth, CA 91311
Lorna Jane Warehouse Sale
Get fashion forward activewear at up to 70% off this weekend. It’s all going down at their headquarters in Santa Monica. Can’t miss the bright pink building! Saturday & Sunday, 10 am-6 pm; 1674 20th St., Santa Monica, CA 90404
