Events
Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration
Nov. 13. Beverly Hills ushers in the season with the annual Rodeo Drive Holiday Lighting Celebration, transforming its palm-lined streets into a festive dreamscape under the theme “Enchanted Holiday Dreams,” inspired by The Nutcracker. Nutcracker and ballerina ornaments in gold, blue, red, and white will shimmer beneath cascading lights, with wrapped tree trunks and glowing white rose bushes adding a romantic, storybook glow. The free celebration features live performances by Chris Mann, Hugh Sheridan, James Tormé and more, along with costumed characters, stilt ballerinas, carolers and the arrival of Santa, ending in a fireworks finale. Thursday, 5-8 p..m. 248 Via Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills. rodeodrive-bh.com
SoFi Stadium Tours
Tickets Available. Go beyond the game with a behind-the-scenes SoFi Stadium Tour. Step onto the field, explore VIP suites and locker rooms, and go backstage where your favorite artists perform. Home to the Los Angeles Rams, Chargers, and world-class events, SoFi Stadium is a must-see for sports and music fans alike. Perfect for all ages—and a great gift for any fan—SoFi Stadium Tours offer an unforgettable look inside one of the world’s most iconic venues. 1001 S. Stadium Drive, Inglewood. Buy Tour Tickets
The Music Center’s Innovation Social: Connection Through Movement
Nov. 14. An immersive blend of dance, physical expression, and emerging technology awaits at Innovation Social: Connection through Movement, where artists use AI, motion capture, game engines, and digital storytelling to explore how movement connects us across cultures and generations. Through live performances, interactive installations, and sound-driven works, the event reveals how the body serves as a bridge between history, innovation, and collective experience. Friday, 6-9 p.m. 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. musiccenter.org
Set the Mood with Weekly Jazz, Blues & Burlesque Nights
Ongoing – Weekly Events. Experience unforgettable nights at Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills’ newly renovated Lounge & Bar, where each night brings a different rhythm to the city. Settle in for live jazz on Mondays, a soulful pop and blues duo on Wednesdays, and sultry burlesque Fridays. The bar opens daily at 5 p.m., with live performances from 7 to 10 p.m. (Monday/Wednesday/Friday). 8555 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. (310) 278-5444. sofitel-los-angeles.com
L.A. Zoo’s Animals Aglow
Starts Nov. 13. The L.A. Zoo keeps its gates open after dark for Animals Aglow, a luminous holiday tradition running on select nights through January. Guests can wander a vibrant trail filled with oversized animal-shaped lanterns, from wildlife and birds to butterflies and insects, each brought to life with gentle movement and animation. This year introduces new lanterns and light displays highlighting the animals of Southeast Asia and Africa, along with interactive moments like illuminated swings and a kaleidoscopic mirror shell perfect for dancing or photos. Opening this Thursday at 6 p.m. 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles. lazoo.org
Shop Small on Holly Street in Old Pasadena
Starts Nov. 20. Kick off the holiday season in Old Pasadena with our independent block of small businesses at the annual Holidays on Holly Open House event. The most unique boutiques are open until 8 p.m. so you can start your shopping early. Enjoy special offers, seasonal refreshments, and an exceptional selection of gifts galore – Only in Old Pasadena! Shop Small this holiday season and support local! Thursday, Nov. 20, starts at 11 a.m. East Holly Street, Pasadena. 626.356.9725.
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Food + Drinks
Redbird Unveils a Refreshed Lounge and New Bar Menu
Now Serving. A polished redesign sets the stage for Redbird’s new bar menu, where elevated comfort dishes—housemade chips with French onion dip, tempura rock shrimp with yuzu kosho tartar, and a wagyu burger with beer cheese—land between $4–$22. Drinks range from expertly crafted cocktails to approachable beers and wines ($8–$15). The revamped lounge welcomes guests Tuesday–Saturday from 5–10 p.m. and Sunday from 5–9 p.m. 114 E. 2nd Street, Los Angeles. redbird.la
DTLA Oyster Festival
Nov. 15-16. Oyster lovers can head to Grand Central Market for the return of the DTLA Oyster Festival, curated by shellfish expert Christophe Happillon of The Oyster Gourmet. The two-day tasting invites guests to slurp their way through a wide range of West Coast oysters, sourced from California to Alaska, while meeting the farmers behind each harvest. Market vendors will offer oyster-inspired dishes, and French wine will be flowing to complete the experience. Saturday-Sunday at 11 a.m. 317 S. Broadway, Los Angeles. dtlaoysterfestival.com
Champagne and Fried Chicken at Queen’s
Nov. 16. Eaglerock’s Queen’s Raw Bar & Grill welcomes Champagne grower and winemaker Etienne Calsac for a one-night-only dinner featuring champagne poured by the glass from a Jeroboam—a wickedly huge bottle perfect for the occasion. Guests can dig into Queen’s signature fried chicken and expect a few surprises, including a bit of sneaky caviar making the rounds. As the holidays approach, Queen’s is also rolling out a new Monday Happy Hour, offering $10 martinis and $3 sliders available all night, making it a strong contender for late-night eats and weekday unwind spots. Sunday, noon-9 p.m. 4701 York Blvd., Los Angeles. queensrawbar.com
Vesti Launches First-Ever Residency at Maydan Market
Now Open. The popular Maydan Market in West Adams hosts Vesti for a six-week residency at Club 104, giving chefs Shane Lyons and Adam Gertler their first dedicated home after years of catering and specialty shop appearances. The Italian-American concept brings housemade focaccia sandwiches, pan pizzas, and market-exclusive dishes like fired-to-order pizzas, Calabrian chili chicken wings with Point Reyes blue cheese dip, and hot sandwiches including a Wagyu steak and mortadella slab. Guests can also experience Vesti’s counter-only “Eating Menu,” an open-ended tasting-style service that flows with on- and off-menu dishes—from Australian Wagyu to housemade chips with caviar. Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. 4301 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. maydanmarket.com
Arts + Culture
Sabrina Carpenter at Crypto Arena
Nov. 16-22. Pop’s latest stadium-sized phenomenon, Sabrina Carpenter, hits Los Angeles again as the “Short N’ Sweet Tour” expands into six nights at Crypto.com Arena, a victory lap after a breakout year that turned a viral summer anthem and a Coachella triumph into Grammy gold. The momentum keeps building, with Ravyn Lenae and Amber Mark joining as supporting acts. First show is this Sunday at 6 p.m. 1111 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles. cryptoarena.com
Paranormal Activity Live on Stage
Starts Nov. 13. James and Lou flee Chicago for London hoping to outrun their past—only to learn that it isn’t places that are haunted, but people. Set within the universe of the Paranormal Activity franchise, this world premiere play by Levi Holloway (Grey House), originally directed by Felix Barrett of Punchdrunk (Sleep No More) with illusions by Tony Award–winner Chris Fisher (Stranger Things: The First Shadow, Harry Potter & The Cursed Child), delivers an unsettling, atmospheric descent into fear that lingers long after the lights go out. We can’t say anything else. Starts this Thursday at 7:30 p.m. 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. centertheatregroup.org
Enchanted Forest of Light
Nov. 16. Descanso Gardens brings back its beloved nighttime tradition with 10 illuminated installations that blend interactive art, glowing forest paths and shimmering soundscapes under canopies of uplit trees. This year’s experience also features the garden’s whimsical model railroad, lit for the season and populated with miniature replicas of Enchanted’s most iconic displays—adding another layer of discovery to a walk filled with wonder. Opens this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge. descansogardens.org
Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s Holiday Special: Winter Wonderland
Starts Nov. 15. The Bob Baker Marionette Theater transforms into a festive home-away-from-home with Bob Baker’s Holiday Special, Winter Wonderland, a reimagined take on the troupe’s classic Holiday on Strings. Guided by host Demitrius Nova Twinklestar III (Demi Star), audiences embark on a magical tour through BBMT’s cherished traditions—complete with sledding slopes, caroling penguins, Santa’s workshop and plenty more seasonal surprises. First show is this Saturday at 10:30 a.m. 4949 York Blvd., Los Angeles. bobbakermarionettetheater.com
The Broad × L.A. Taco Community Day
Nov. 15. The Broad teams up with L.A. Taco for a free community celebration of art, activism and the flavors that define Los Angeles. The day includes indoor DJ sets from Chulita Vinyl Club, open access to the museum’s third-floor galleries and food for purchase from Evil Cooks, Frontera, and Distrito 14. Inside Oculus Hall, an RSVP-required conversation—featuring L.A. Taco’s Memo Torres, Broad collection artist Patrick Martinez and R&B artist Miguel—dives into community-building through journalism, art and music (advance tickets are sold out, but walk-ups will be admitted as space allows). Guests can also pick up a free poster of Martinez’s neon artwork. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. 221 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. thebroad.org
Photo credit: Fireworks courtesy of Valentina Kondrasyuk. All other images are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
