Events
FIFA Club World Cup at The Rose Bowl
Starts June 15. While Los Angeles gears up to host the World Cup next year, the global stage arrives early with the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Unlike the national team format, this tournament brings together 32 of the world’s top club teams to compete for global dominance. The Rose Bowl will host six matches, featuring powerhouse teams from cities like Paris, Milan, Madrid, Tokyo, Mexico City, Buenos Aires and São Paulo. This weekend features Paris Saint-Germain vs. Atletico de Madrid. Sunday at 12 p.m. 1001 Rose Bowl Drive, Pasadena. Get Tickets Now
Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance
June 15. The 30th edition of this free Father’s Day car show brings a fleet of rare and exotic vehicles to the heart of Beverly Hills. This year’s “Luxury in Motion” theme features hypercars and supercars from McLaren, Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Pagani, Bentley and more, along with the North American public debut of Lamborghini’s newest releases. The Beverly Hills Police Department Motor Unit will also host a live skills demonstration amid the high-end storefronts of the 90210. Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Rodeo Drive between Wilshire and Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. rodeodrive-bh.com
The Angelic Voice Concert
June 13. Experience a soul-stirring evening of sacred music as acclaimed soprano Golda Zahra joins the Opera Chorus of Los Angeles and the esteemed Dream Orchestra, conducted by Maestro Daniel Suk. The program features timeless works including Handel’s Hallelujah Chorus, Mozart’s Ave Verum, Beethoven’s Ode to Joy, and uplifting contemporary selections like “The Prayer” and “You Raise Me Up.” Held at St. Monica Catholic Church, this powerful concert supports the church’s ongoing community ministry aiding those affected by the recent fires. Friday, 7:30-10 p.m. 725 California Ave., Santa Monica. AngelicVoice.com
Y2K Party at Alcove + Big Bar
June 12. Throw it all the way back with a nostalgic Y2K summer party in Los Feliz, where themed zones include an Internet Café with retro cocktails, a Sex & the City bar with cosmopolitan flair and a Bath & Body Works-inspired garden filled with fragrant, throwback drinks. Don’t forget to sip movie-themed cocktails at the Blockbuster Video Bar or vibe in MTV-style interactive spaces. Dress in your best early-2000s look for a chance to win prizes including gift cards, cocktails and a bottle of Big Bar’s private batch mezcal. DJ Chromequeen and Brown Sugar Burlesque will the energy high all night. Thursday, 7:30 p.m.–midnight. 1929 Hillhurst Ave., Los Angeles. More Information
Weekly Live Jazz, Blues & Burlesque Nights
Ongoing – Weekly Events. Experience unforgettable evenings at La Terrasse at Sofitel Lounge & Bar, where music meets elegance in the heart of Los Angeles. Savor smooth live jazz every Monday, a soulful blues duo on Wednesdays, and sultry burlesque performances on Fridays. The bar opens daily at 5 p.m., with entertainment from 6–10 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays, and 7–10 p.m. on Fridays. Located at 8555 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles. (310) 278-5444 or visit sofitel-los-angeles.com
The 2025 Hollywood Fringe Festival
Starts June 12. The popular festival returns this summer with a sprawling lineup of comedy, theater, dance and immersive storytelling across venues like the Zephyr Theatre, The Broadwater and Three Clubs. Highlights include To Be Liberated, a poignant tribute to Korea’s 80th year of liberation; OOPS, a sharp dating-app satire from a professional matchmaker; Couplet, a genderqueer musical comedy packed with heart and humor; Best. Dad. NEVER., a touching solo show on fatherhood and race; Until Death, a surreal exploration of mortality through clowning; and Sugar Mud, a deeply personal meditation on family, belief and tornadoes. For specific hours and locations, visit hollywoodfringe.org
Food + Drinks
Mastro’s Ocean Club Reopens
Now Open. After a five-month closure due to the wildfires, Mastro’s Ocean Club Malibu has reopened its oceanfront doors along the iconic Pacific Coast Highway. Just steps from Surfrider Beach and the Malibu Pier, this upscale dining destination pairs panoramic views with signature dishes like Chilean sea bass, a 22oz bone-in ribeye and a 23oz dry-aged bone-in ribeye. The Porterhouse also makes a bold return, continuing the restaurant’s legacy of prime cuts, polished service and sunset-worthy moments. Open daily, hours vary. 18412 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu. mastrosrestaurants.com
Father’s Day at Descanso
June 15. Turn up the heat this Father’s Day with Descanso’s bold Steak & Tequila Pairing experience. Guests can choose from dishes like Huevos con Bistec during brunch, a Plancha-style Ribeye, or Hanger Steak for dinner. Pair any entrée with a premium tequila served neat with a Don Julio Añejo at the Los Angeles flagship—for just $18. Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 5773 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. descansorestaurant.com
4-Year Anniversary Specials in Lincoln Heights
June 12–14. Moo’s Craft Barbecue marks its fourth anniversary with a weeklong celebration of daily specials that fuse bold, global flavors with Texas-style smoke. Thursday starts with smoked beef cheek tacos, followed by Friday’s poc chuc pork steak and habanero citrus sausage. Saturday brings a Thai-Texan collab with Holy Basil and Sunday wraps with a Father’s Day surf and turf feast. Thursday-Sunday, from 12-7 p.m. 2118 N. Broadway, Los Angeles. More Information
Patio del Mar in Santa Monica
Now Serving. Dine by the coast as Patio del Mar at Hotel Casa del Mar returns with a summer-ready menu featuring guacamole with charred tomatillo salsa, a vibrant blackberry-avocado summer salad, kanpachi crudo with citrus miso and a hearty steak sandwich with horseradish aioli and twice-fried fries. Pair it all with ocean breezes and cocktails like the Patio Passion spritz or mezcal hibiscus cooler. Thursday–Monday from 12 p.m.-sunset. 1910 Ocean Way, Santa Monica. Reserve Now
Arts + Culture
Swan Lake Enchants at Segerstrom Center
June 20-22. The world’s most beloved ballet arrives at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. As timeless as love itself, Swan Lake has been enchanting audiences for more than a century. Featuring the incomparable dancers of Miami City Ballet and Tchaikovsky’s moving and joyful music played live by Pacific Symphony, the romance of this achingly beautiful Swan Lake will set your heart alight. Five performances only, June 20–22. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Blue Note Jazz Festival
June 14–15. Formerly the Playboy and Hollywood Bowl Jazz Festival, this year’s Blue Note Jazz Festival brings a powerhouse lineup to Los Angeles with sets from the Isley Brothers, De La Soul, Derrick Hodge, Grace Jones, Willow and more. Held at the iconic Hollywood Bowl, the two-day fest invites fans to bask in soul, jazz and hip-hop under the summer sky—BYO wine and make it a weekend to remember. Saturday and Sunday, at 3:30 p.m. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. hollywoodbowl.com
An Evening Among the Roses
June 13. Celebrate Pride in full bloom at the Huntington’s annual LGBTQ+ garden party, set within the stunning rose garden. The evening features cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dancing under the stars and a special performance by My Crazy Ex-Girlfriendstar Vincent Rodriguez III. VIP guests can enjoy early access to a cocktail reception on the Huntington Art Gallery terrace, soundtracked by the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles. Friday, 6:30–10 p.m. 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino. huntington.org/roses
Tarfest
June 14. Now in its 22nd year, this all-ages outdoor concert returns with live performances, DJ sets by CHROMEQUEEN and Garth Trinidad, gourmet food trucks and a curated artisan market. The event also includes hands-on art and dance workshops for kids and families in partnership with cultural institutions like the Korean Cultural Center, the Academy Museum and the Petersen Automotive Museum. Admission and parking are both free. Saturday, 2–8 p.m. 7600 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. tarfest.com
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