Events
Netflix is a Joke Fest
Until May 10. A citywide comedy takeover returns as Netflix Is a Joke Fest expands across Los Angeles with more than 350 live shows featuring some of stand-up’s biggest names. The lineup includes performances from Ali Wong, Jerry Seinfeld, Jim Gaffigan, John Mulaney and Taylor Tomlinson, alongside podcast tapings and surprise music appearances from artists like Jelly Roll and Lizzo. Venues across the city will host the weeklong festival, turning Los Angeles into a massive hub for live comedy and entertainment. For specific locations and hours, visit netflixisajokefest.com
Kite Festival Brings Art, Music and Community to the Park
May 9. Centered around the theme “Take a Breath,” this year’s Kite Festival celebrates the wind, open sky and shared connection that bring the event to life. Guests can take part in free kite-making and art workshops, view large-scale artist commissions from Christine Sun Kim, Thomas Mader and Francisco Ramos and enter a handmade kite competition judged by kite experts. The festival also features cumbia lessons, live music from Azucar LA and community resource booths from local organizations serving surrounding neighborhoods. Saturday at 2 p.m. 1245 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles. clockshop.org
Ivy Station’s Prom Rewind Night Market Channels Retro Prom Night Energy
May 8. A themed night market transforms Ivy Station’s open-air plaza into a nostalgic dance floor with Prom Rewind, an evening filled with throwback energy and retro hits from the ’80s. Guests can browse more than 30 artisan vendors and makers while DJs spin classic tracks, creating a playful, low-pressure take on prom night in the heart of Culver City. Free to attend. Friday, 5-8 p.m. More Information
LA County Fair Returns
Now Open. A longstanding Southern California tradition returns as the LA County Fair blends its agricultural roots with modern entertainment across a sprawling festival experience. Guests can explore livestock showcases, local produce, exhibitions, art installations, wine tastings, carnival rides and a roller-skating rink, alongside concerts from artists including War, Brad Paisley, Ramón Ayala and Jeff Dunham. This year’s “Play Your Way” theme transforms the fairgrounds into a celebration of recreation, creativity and nostalgia. Thursday-Sunday at 11 a.m. 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Los Angeles. lacountyfair.com
Food + Drinks
Mother Wolf Hosts First-Ever Mother’s Day Brunch With Roman-Inspired Specials
May 10. A rare daytime experience arrives at Mother Wolf as Chef Evan Funke hosts the restaurant’s first-ever Mother’s Day brunch, transforming the celebrated Roman dining destination into a festive midday gathering. Alongside the signature à la carte menu, guests can expect exclusive brunch dishes like green eggs and parma, frittata di ricotta, rigatoni al zozonna and the wolf gang pizza, plus desserts including budino di pane and maritozzo. A roaming Bellini cart adds tableside pours of pear, peach and strawberry bellinis, while spring cocktails like l’uovo buono round out the celebratory experience. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 1545 Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles. Reserve Now
Mom’s List Celebrates Mother’s Day With Free Burgers and Community Tribute
Now Open. A Mother’s Day activation at Mom’s List in Culver City blends comfort food with a community-driven tribute to moms and mother figures. Inspired by founder Ziad Batal’s family tradition of weekly “Burger Day,” the restaurant will offer complimentary “The OG” or “The Classic” burgers to guests who bring in a photo with their children, with each image added to the restaurant’s growing in-store “mom wall.” The burgers feature thoughtfully sourced ingredients, including organic cheddar, house-made pickles, caramelized onions and signature sauces, reflecting the restaurant’s better-for-you approach to classic comfort food. One complimentary burger per guest. Sunday, noon–4 p.m. 4114 Sepulveda Blvd. Unit E, Culver City. mymomslist.com
Mother’s Day Tea Service at Camélia Blends French and Japanese Flavors
May 10. A one-day-only Mother’s Day tea service at Camélia brings together French and Japanese influences through a menu of savory bites and delicate pastries paired with Kettl tea or coffee. The experience includes dishes like iwashi toast, tuna niçoise bites, smoked salmon and scallion pancake and cucumber sando, alongside sweets such as cherry blossom shortbreads, lychee panna cotta and yuzu diplomat cream puffs. Cocktails, wine and sake will be available à la carte, with a children’s menu offered day-of. Sunday, starts at 10:30 a.m. 1850 Industrial Street, Los Angeles. Reserve Now
Louisiana-Style Crawfish Boil Returns to The Evangeline Swamp Room
May 10. A weekend crawfish boil brings a taste of Louisiana to Chinatown as The Evangeline Swamp Room serves fresh live crawfish flown in from New Orleans. The two-pound baskets come loaded with potatoes, corn on the cob and andouille sausage, prepared in traditional Louisiana style and paired perfectly with an Abita beer or a classic New Orleans cocktail from the bar menu. $34.99. Sunday from 1 PM until sold out. 207 Ord Street, Los Angeles. littlejewel.net
Arts + Culture
Jazz at LACMA
May 8. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s annual Friday Night Jazz series returns with free weekly performances at Smidt Welcome Plaza, bringing live music to the museum’s outdoor campus. This week’s program features the Lao Tizer Band in support of its new release AMPLIFY, offering an evening of jazz under the lights in the heart of Los Angeles. Concert begins at 6 PM. LACMA also offers free weekday admission after 3 PM for L.A. County residents with valid ID. Friday, 6-8 p.m. 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. lacma.org
Lorenzo Viotti Makes LA Phil Debut With Rachmaninoff and Szymanowski
May 8-10. Swiss conductor Lorenzo Viotti makes his LA Phil debut leading Rachmaninoff’s sweeping Second Symphony, a richly orchestrated work known for its emotional intensity and Romantic grandeur. Violinist Lisa Batiashvili joins the program for Szymanowski’s luminous First Violin Concerto, bringing her acclaimed technique and expressive tone to a piece shaped by longing, intimacy and personal struggle. Together, the performances spotlight two deeply emotional works from the early 20th century repertoire. Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Sunday at 2 p.m. 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
Unique L.A. Spring Market
May 9-10. A longtime independent marketplace returns with a curated lineup of 75 vendors offering clothing, accessories, wellness goods, stationery, gourmet treats and more, making it an ideal stop for last-minute Mother’s Day shopping. As the country’s only AAPI- and woman-owned market of its kind, the event emphasizes shopping directly from artisans and small businesses, creating a more personal and community-driven retail experience. Admission includes complimentary drinks, a DIY charm-making station and a photo booth with free Polaroid prints, with tote bags available for purchase onsite. Saturday-Sunday at 10 a.m. 860 S Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles. uniquemarkets.com
L.A. Art Book Fair
May 7-10. Printed Matter’s L.A. Art Book Fair brings together more than 250 international presses, booksellers and independent publishers for a sprawling celebration of artists’ books, zines, catalogues and experimental print culture. Held at ArtCenter College of Design’s South Campus in Pasadena, the fair invites guests to browse everything from collectible art publications to handmade paper goods, while also exploring live music, workshops and immersive installations throughout the weekend. Free admission on Sunday. Thursday-Sunday, hours vary. 1700 Lida Street, Los Angeles. More Information
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