Events
Ice at Santa Monica Returns for Its 17th Season
Starts Nov. 7. A beloved coastal holiday tradition returns for its 17th season, transforming Downtown Santa Monica into a festive seaside rink. The grand opening celebration will feature free skating, a live DJ, on-ice performances and a snow surprise. Admission is $22 for a 60-minute session, including skate rental, with daily hours from 12–10PM. Seasonal highlights include Taylor Swift’s Birthday Celebration (Dec. 13), a New Year’s Eve East Coast Countdown (Dec. 31), Disney+ and Hulu Themed Nights every Tuesday and Classical Sundays presented by KUSC. Starts this Friday, 6-10 p.m.. 1324 5th Street, Santa Monica. iceatsantamonica.com
L.A. Wine & Food Festival at Barker Hangar
Nov. 7-9. The L.A. Wine & Food Festival returns to Barker Hangar for a Tastemade-sponsored weekend celebrating the city’s culinary scene with an all-star lineup of chefs and restaurants. Highlights include Ludo Lefebvre (Petit Trois), Jazz Singsanong (Jitlada), Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat, Top Chef) and Brooke Williamson (Playa Provisions, Food Network), alongside rising local favorites like Badash Bakes Bakery, H&H Bagels and Maydan. Expect a weekend of tasting pavilions, chef demos, wine pairings and California-style indulgence under one massive roof. Friday-Sunday, hours vary. Barker Hangar, 3021 Airport Ave., Santa Monica. lawineandfood.com
Fireside Films by Rooftop Cinema Club
Now Showing. The Rooftop Cinema Club is back for another season of open-air movie magic atop LEVEL in Downtown L.A. Known for its curated film lineup, skyline views and effortless comfort, the series offers a relaxed yet elevated alternative to traditional outdoor screenings. Guests can sink into comfy lawn chairs, grab snacks and drinks and enjoy each film through wireless headphones for crystal-clear sound. Optional blankets are available to keep things cozy as the city lights up around you—making this one of L.A.’s most stylish ways to watch a movie under the stars. Hours vary. 888 S. Olive Street, Los Angeles. rooftopcinemaclub.com
Los Angeles Water Lantern Festival
Nov. 8-9. As night falls over Santa Fe Dam, thousands of glowing lanterns drift across the water in a breathtaking display of light and reflection. The Los Angeles Water Lantern Festival invites guests to enjoy an evening of live music, food trucks and family-friendly activities before decorating their own lanterns with hopes, dreams, or messages to loved ones. Each release becomes part of a shared moment of beauty and remembrance—an emotional, unforgettable experience that celebrates connection, reflection and community. Saturday-Sunday at 3 p.m. 15501 Arrow Highway, Irwindale. waterlanternfestival.com
Explore Music and Innovation at the GRAMMY Museum’s Free Roland Day
Nov. 8. Experience a full day of music, creativity and technology at the GRAMMY Museum, where Roland Day returns with free admission for all guests. Visitors can step into the Sonic Playground & Roland Stage, experimenting with instruments like Roland RD stage keyboards, AX-EDGE keytars, V-Drums and guitars in an interactive, hands-on environment. Special exhibits will showcase music legends—from Luther Vandross’ creative process to Michael Jackson’s Thriller artifacts. Throughout the day, enjoy live performances, workshops and family-friendly experiences celebrating the art and innovation of sound. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles. grammymuseum.org
Food + Drinks
Fiorelli Pizza Brings Its Beloved Venice Pop-Up to Beverly Grove
Now Open. After earning a devoted following at its Venice pop-up in Cook’s Garden, Fiorelli Pizza—from chef Michael Fiorelli(Olivetta, Love & Salt) and partner Liz Gutierrez (Boujis Group)—has opened its first brick-and-mortar on West Third Street. The modern neighborhood pizzeria brings Fiorelli’s “L.A. style” pies—a cross between Neapolitan and New York—with seasonal farmers’ market ingredients and a menu of small plates like olive oil–fried meatballs, lamb bolognese rigatoni and local burrata with basil and flatbread. Desserts include bombolone and seasonal crumble, paired with non-alcoholic beer, wine and Manhattan Special coffee soda.Wednesday-Sunday from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 8236 W. 3rd Street, Los Angeles. fiorellipizza.com
Clark’s Oyster Bar Makes a Splash in Malibu
Now Open. Bringing its signature coastal elegance to Cross Creek Ranch, Clark’s Malibu debuts in the heart of Malibu’s new seaside town square. The menu celebrates refined simplicity with freshly shucked oysters, lobster rolls, crudo, caviar and the iconic Clark’s burger, complemented by cold martinis, Champagne and coastal-inspired cocktails. Designed by Lambert McGuire Design, the space channels laid-back California sophistication through natural cedar shiplap, rich wood finishes, a saltwater aquarium and an expansive patio overlooking the Santa Monica Mountains—a seamless blend of ocean breeze and timeless charm. Hours vary. 23465 Civic Center Way, Suite 210 Malibu. clarksoysterbar.com
Yhing Yhang Launches $65 Thai Charcoal Grill Tasting Menu
Now Serving. Chef Wedchayan “Deau” Arpapornnopparat introduces a new $65 set menu at his Thai BBQ concept Yhing Yhang(“more grill”), celebrating the art of cooking over a traditional Thai charcoal grill (tao). The six-course menushowcases deeply smoky, flavor-driven dishes such as Kao Soi curry with grilled barramundi, Jidori chicken wings and Salmon Creek pork collar, paired with housemade sauces. The experience concludes with a brûléed panna cotta twist on Thailand’s beloved Kanom Krok. Seating is by reservation only at the counter, offering an intimate view of the grill in action. Hours vary. 4301 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. Reserve Now
Lucia Hosts Caribbean Relief Dinner for Hurricane Melissa
Now Serving. This weekend, Lucia will stand in solidarity with the Caribbean, donating 100% of all proceeds to the American Friends of Jamaica and World Central Kitchen in support of Hurricane Melissa relief efforts. Guests can savor the restaurant’s bold new seasonal menu, featuring dishes like smoked beef short rib with black pepper–pimento glaze and grilled scallion roti, a 36 oz dry-aged tomahawk steak with jerk-spiced jus and Guyanese lobster “chow mein” with shallot sauce. Signature cocktails such as the Lychee Margarita and Oxtail Old Fashioned—made with oxtail-washed bourbon and Creole bitters—round out this evening of flavor and purpose. Sunday, 6 p.m.-12 a.m. 351 N. Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles. .luciala.com
Arts + Culture
LA Opera and Beth Morrison Projects Present HILDEGARD
Until Nov. 9. Set in 1147, HILDEGARD follows German Benedictine abbess, composer, and mystic St. Hildegard von Bingen as she risks excommunication to document her divine visions with the help of fellow nun Richardis von Stade, forging a profound partnership that defies convention and challenges erasure. The debut opera by composer-librettist Sarah Kirkland Snider explores faith, art and the human desire for connection. Presented by LA Opera in collaboration with Beth Morrison Projects, this world premiere marks a bold new chapter in contemporary opera. The Wallis, 9390 North Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. laopera.org
L.A. Sings! What a Beautiful City
Nov. 9. The Los Angeles Master Chorale joins forces with MUSE/IQUE Artistic & Music Director Rachael Worby for What a Beautiful City, a joyful mega sing-along that transforms the audience into one harmonious choir. Led by Grant Gershon, this uplifting afternoon celebrates the heart and diversity of Los Angeles through timeless songs like “All You Need Is Love,” “This Land Is Your Land,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “Blowin’ in the Wind.” Together, voices from across the city will fill Walt Disney Concert Hall in a celebration of community, hope and shared sound. Sunday at 7 p.m. Walt Disney Concert Hall, 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. lamasterchorale.org
OutfestNEXT Returns to L.A.
Nov. 6-9. The Los Angeles–based nonprofit Outfest, dedicated to uplifting LGBTQ+ storytellers in film and entertainment, announces the 2025 edition of OutfestNEXT, a four-day showcase of boundary-pushing queer cinema. Screenings and receptions will take place at the LA LGBT Center’s Renberg Theatre and LOOK Cinema Glendale, featuring 20 films spanning features, shorts and archival works that celebrate authentic representation and innovation in storytelling. Hours vary per screening, check website for details. Renberg Theatre, 1125 N. McCadden Pl., Los Angeles. LOOK Cinema, 128 Artsakh Ave., Glendale. outfest.org
The Dinosaurs Have Arrived at South Coast Botanic Garden
Now Open. The South Coast Botanic Garden invites visitors to journey back millions of years with Dinosaurs Around the World: The Great Outdoors, an immersive open-air exhibition running now through February 1, 2026. Set among the garden’s natural beauty, the experience uses advanced animatronics and cutting-edge research to transport guests to prehistoric Earth—when Africa was a lush paradise and Antarctica teemed with plant life. Visitors will explore the ancient supercontinent Pangea, discovering how shifting plates and land bridges shaped dinosaur evolution across the globe. Open daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula. southcoastbotanicgarden.org
Renegade Craft Fair
Nov. 8-9. The Renegade Craft Fair, the benchmark for indie craft markets nationwide, returns to Santa Monica Airport’s Interim Open Space for its annual holiday edition. The two-day event brings together hundreds of contemporary makers—from ceramicists and jewelers to print artists and fashion designers—alongside DIY workshops, live demos, photo booths and local food trucks. Perfect for holiday shopping or self-gifting, the fair spotlights creativity and community in equal measure. Admission is free. Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. 3233 Donald Douglas Loop S., Santa Monica. renegadecraft.com
Photo credit: Ice skating courtesy of Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.), FIORELLI PIZZA COURTESY OF Andrea D’Agosto All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
