Fun Things to Do in Los Angeles
This Weekend (Aug 18, 2023 – Aug 20, 2023)
Friday
A Storm Is Brewing at BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse with Their New Seasonal Beers
BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is launching a brand-new seasonal IPA that is sure to take guests by storm: BJ’s Tropical Hopstorm® IPA! A fresh take on the popular BJ’s Hopstorm® IPA, the new beer is subtly sweet and boasts a tropical taste, promising to quickly become a new fan favorite! Available for a limited time only (through 11/8), this fierce, flavorful, juicy, and complex IPA will be on tap at all restaurant locations, while supplies last. Various prices, hours and locations
The Surfing Fox is Here – Santa Monica’s Newest Culinary Excursion
The Surfing Fox, steps from the iconic Santa Monica Pier, opens at the new Pierside Hotel as the city’s latest culinary destination emphasizing laidback luxury in coastal California. More than just a restaurant, this vibrant locale beckons both locals and newcomers to a new era of relaxed sophistication on the corner of Ocean and Colorado Avenue, an established social hub in the greater Los Angeles area. Complementing Santa Monica’s nationally-acclaimed dining scene, the signature restaurant focuses on fresh, local Californian fare alongside its curated craft “Foxtail” libations with expansive al-fresco dining and unobstructed views – striking sunsets included. Various prices; Sundays – Thursdays, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm, Fridays – Saturdays, 11:00 am – 11:00 pm, and Mondays – Sundays, 7 – 10:00 am (breakfast), 120 Colorado Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401; 310.451.0676
Lucha VaVOOM’s Annual Summer Spectacular Show
Fresh off the launch of their Las Vegas residency last month, Lucha VaVOOM — Los Angeles’ longest-running, most celebrated variety show featuring world-class lucha libre-style wrestling, burlesque, aerialists, comedy, and more — is returning home! The show will also feature a unique collaboration with Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming feature film Blue Beetle, in theaters today. $45 – $65; The Mayan Theatre – 1038 S. Hill St., Los Angeles, CA 90015; 213.746.4674
Saturday
First-Ever Endless Summer C.A.M.P. Cultural Event Series Kicks Off Today at Tongva Park
Introducing, Endless Summer C.A.M.P. (Community | Art | Music | Picnic), a FREE, family-friendly, cultural event series taking place at the beautiful Tongva Park in Santa Monica every Saturday afternoon for four weeks. Endless Summer C.A.M.P. will feature interactive music and dance from Brazil, Cuba, Latin America, and Hawaii, including six-time GRAMMY® Award-winning ‘ukulele virtuaso Daniel Ho. In addition to music and dance performances, youth from Santa Monica and the Los Angeles region will also take the stage performing orchestral and chamber music, Balkan music, Hawaiian dance, and Ballet Folklorico. Hands-on crafts such as succulent terrarium-making workshop will celebrating the park’s 100+ species of plants and a drum-making workshop will enhance the day’s activities. Frozen treats from The Ice Guys will be available for purchase. Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic and enjoy a fun afternoon at “camp” at the City’s most sustainable urban park, located in Downtown Santa Monica off Ocean Ave. and across the Santa Monica Pier. Free; Saturdays (through 9/9), 11:00 am – 2:00 pm; Tongva Park – 1615 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401
The Best 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!
Sunday
Penthouse Day Club Presents summer waves Sunday Funday Party
Nestled in the heart of Hollywood, Penthouse Day Club stands as a sought-after hybrid day club that seamlessly blends the great outdoors with indoor excitement. Here, you’ll be treated to awe-inspiring bottle service displays, an opulent ambiance, and an energetic party vibe. Swing by on sun-kissed Sundays for an exceptional daytime revelry, making it the ultimate hotspot for those looking to soak up the sun, sip on drinks, and dance their hearts out. $0 – $77.77; Sunday, 5 – 10:00 pm; PH DAY CLUB – 6523 Sunset Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323-899-9966
Coming Soon
(8/22): Feeld Social Presented by Cuties LA & Feeld
Feeld, the dating app for open-minded individuals, will be hosting their upcoming monthly Social on 8/22 at Mama Shelter. The unique experience of Feeld Socials are designed around the concept that we as people primarily live between the spaces of the “home” and “work,” and that a third space, where social connections are developed, have largely been relegated to the digital sphere. These in-person experiences organized and led by the Feeld team and local community leaders provide members and prospective members of the app’s inclusive community with a safe physical location to meet and engage with like-minded individuals, and make connections in a healthy and encouraging environment. Free entry; Tuesday, 6 – 8:00 pm; Mama Shelter – 6500 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028; 323.785.6600
(8/24): Maui Fire Recovery Fundraiser Event at The Strand House
The Strand House in Manhattan Beach is hosting a Maui Fire Recovery Fundraiser Event on Thursday at its first floor StrandBar. The Strand House’s fundraising event will feature live performances from local musicians along with the restaurant’s full food, beverage and cocktail menus available for purchase. 100% of ticket, food and drink sales will be donated directly to those who have been displaced, lost homes, businesses, belongings and even life, through Hawaii Community Foundation, and for the animals and pets displaced and injured, a partnership with the Maui Humane Society. $100; Thursday, 6:00 pm; The Strand House – 117 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266; 310.545.7470
(9/2 – 9/3): K-PLAY! FEST OC 2023
K-PLAY! FEST OC 2023 is bringing a two-day K-Pop fan festival to the Anaheim Convention Center on 9/2 – 9/3! Escape the summer heat and welcome in chill vibes and smooth grooves with K-PLAY! FEST as they welcome the one and only Junny to its OC event! With exclusive ticketed opportunities for hi-touch, soundcheck, group photo, fan signings, a live performance, and JUNNIVERSE, you definitely do NOT want to miss out on this event! $15 – $40; 9/2 – 9/3; 3940 Rosemead Blvd., Rosemead, California 91770
(9/10): Visionary Women to Host Once-In-A-Lifetime Outstanding in the Field Dinner on Malibu Pier
Los Angeles’ premier social impact non-profit organization for women, Visionary Women, will host a once-in-a-lifetime sunset dinner experience on the Malibu Pier with Outstanding in the Field on 9/10. Set on the iconic Malibu Pier, the extraordinary culinary experience will pair a multi-course meal with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and offer an incredible night celebrating the origins of food and the land, among a group of powerhouse women across various professional fields. The spectacular culinary experience is open to Visionary Women members and the public, with a portion of ticket proceeds benefiting Women’s Earth Alliance; a nonprofit that supports women leaders working to mitigate the effects of climate change and protect their communities. Additional proceeds will benefit Visionary Women’s mission in support of initiatives elevating women and girls. The elevated dinner will be prepared by female executive chef Bricia Lopez, behind the James Beard American Classic award-winning Guelaguetza Restaurant in LA and the experience is sponsored by Geary’s Beverly Hills and The Wall Street Journal. $495; 9/10, 5 – 8:00 pm; Malibu Pier – Malibu Pier Malibu, CA 90265
