Events
An Enchanting Valentine’s Day Awaits—Indulge in French Elegance & Romance
Feb. 14. Sofitel Los Angeles offers a luxurious Valentine’s experience with a three-course menu and a complimentary glass of Telmont champagne for $95 per person. A live jazz singer and pianist set the mood during dinner, followed by a DJ at Riviera 31 lounge. Friday, 6 p.m. & 8 p.m. 8555 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles. Reserve Now
The Big Game Viewing Party
Feb. 9. Skybar’s second annual Super Bowl watch party offers a stylish game-day experience with poolside seating, craft cocktails and multiple screens. Guests can reserve cabanas, enjoy pizza from Doughbrik’s and catch a set by the EC Twins. The party starts early on Sunday at 11 a.m., leading up to kickoff at 3:30 p.m. 8440 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. More Information
“I Love LA” Eaton Fire Relief Benefit
Feb. 8. A wildfire relief benefit at Glendale Presbyterian Church brings together top folk and indie rock musicians to support Sweet Relief’s Musicians Fund, aiding those affected by the Eaton Fire. The lineup includes Andrew Bird, Bright Eyes, Kelcey Ayer, Jim James, Madison Cunningham, David Longstreth, John C. Reilly and many more. Saturday, 6:30-11:30 p.m. 125 S. Louise Street, Glendale. Get Tickets Now
Lunar New Year Festival at Lacy Park
Jan. 31. The Chinese Club of San Marino hosts its annual Lunar New Year Festival at Lacy Park, featuring cultural performances, games and food vendors serving savory and sweet treats. This free community event aims to bring good fortune and unity, with a dedicated donation booth supporting fire relief efforts in the San Gabriel Valley. Saturday, 10 a.m. 1485 Virginia Rd, San Marino. ccsm.org
The Autry After Hours
Feb. 6. The American West museum continues its after-hours series with a sound bath experience blending crystal singing bowls and modular synthesizers. Guests can relax, reset for the new year and explore the galleries with a refreshed perspective, all while enjoying drinks and bites throughout the evening. Admission is $18 for adults. Thursday, 6-9 p.m. The Autry in Griffith Park theautry.org
Food + Drinks
A Romantic Valentine’s Dinner at ALK
Feb. 14. Celebrate love with a four-course Valentine’s Day dinner at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood, featuring refined flavors in an intimate setting for $70 per person. Starts this Valentines Day, Friday, 5-10 p.m. 1400 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles. godfreyhotelhollywood.com
Super Bowl Buffet at Pijja Palace
Feb. 9. For a game-day feast that goes beyond the usual chips and dip, several LA spots are rolling out epic Super Bowl specials. One standout is an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring pizza, pasta, salad, wings, and surprise dishes for $80 per person. The ticket secures your seat for the entire game, while drinks are sold separately. Starts Sunday, doors open at 2:30 p.m., with the buffet starting at 3 p.m. 2711 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles. Reserve Now
TLV Tapas Bar with DineLA
Through Feb. 7. Celebrate Dine LA at TLV Tapas Bar with a four-course Mediterranean feast featuring dishes like creamy hummus with sumac and olive oil, fire-roasted eggplant with spicy shushka peppers and charcoal-grilled Chilean sea bass with baby bok choy and Persian lemon. Guests can pair their meal with a signature cocktail or house wine for $95 per person. Available Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday from 6-11 p.m. Saturday from 6:30–11 p.m. 5442 Yolanda Ave, Tarzana. tlv-tapas.com
NNOO at YESS #2
Feb. 6. Café 2001 hosts NNOO, a curated evening of poetry, dance, sound and food by David Horvitz, featuring performances from Sophie Appel, Zoey Greenwald and Ali Eyal. Guests can enjoy a special menu featuring British nibbles like Scottish eggs and charcoal-grilled frankfurters, alongside European natural wines available for purchase. Free admission. Thursday, 7:00–11:00 p.m. Behind YESS, E. 7th Street, Los Angeles. More Information
Pizza Girl National Pizza Day Deal
Feb. 9. The organic Italian food brand founded by Caroline D’Amore, celebrates National Pizza Day with 30% off purchases over $59 at its Venice shop, in honor of the 59th Super Bowl. The menu features pizzas crafted with organic, slow-cooked sauces and fresh ingredients, reflecting D’Amore’s Italian heritage. The shop is open Sunday from 12-9:45 p.m. pizzagirl.com
Arts + Culture
Samara Joy
Feb. 7. Grammy-winning vocalist Samara Joy makes her Walt Disney Concert Hall debut, bringing a fresh yet timeless take on jazz. Her Grammy-winning album Linger Awhile reimagines classics like Misty and Round Midnight, alongside deeper cuts like Sweet Pumpkin. In 2024, she earned a third Grammy for her take on Betty Carter’s Tight and is now preparing new music. Friday at 8 p.m. 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends
Starts Feb. 8. Celebrate the legacy of Stephen Sondheim with Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends, direct from London’s West End, where it earned five-star acclaim and was hailed as “unmissable musical theatre” by The Times. This production, devised by Cameron Mackintosh and directed by Matthew Bourne, features Tony Award winners Bernadette Peters and Lea Salonga, marking Peters’ long-awaited CTG debut. Showtimes vary, with the first performance this Saturday at 8 p.m. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. centertheatregroup.org
MOCA’s First Fridays
Feb. 7. Artist Tim Biskup brings his signature live drawing session to MOCA’s First Fridays, creating on-demand graphite pieces available at exclusive one-night rates. Presented by the MOCA Store, the event features specially crafted packaging developed in collaboration with MOCA and Face Guts, along with additional collection items debuting that night. Free museum admission is available with timed RSVPs from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, 5-8 p.m. The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA, 152 N. Central Ave., Los Angeles. moca.org
The Music Center Presents: The Gift
Feb. 8. An immersive, one-night-only installation at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion explores grief, loss and human connection through contemporary astrophysics research. Part of PST ART, the event invites attendees to reflect on their place in the cosmos. A conversation with LeVar Burton (4:30–6:30 p.m.) is at capacity, but a standby line will be available. Saturday, 6:30 p.m. 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. musiccenter.org
“Lady and the Tramp” at the El Capitan
Feb. 6-9. Celebrate Valentine’s season at El Capitan Theatre with a special screening of Lady and the Tramp, the Disney classic shaped by personal pet stories from the studio’s writers. Known for its iconic spaghetti kiss, the film remains a timeless romance. For a full experience, the Sweethearts Dinner and a Movie package ($70) includes a meal at Miceli’s before or after a 7 p.m. screening. Thursday-Sunday, showtimes vary. 6838 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles. elcapitantheatre.com
Photo credit: The Lady and The Tramp courtesy of the El Capitan Theatre. The Gift Exhibition courtesy of The Music Center. Man singing courtesy of Austin Neill. Tim Biskup courtesy of MOCA. All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
