Los Angeles

Weekend roundup

December 8-11

Events

LA3C Festival

Dec. 10-11. This two-day music, art and food festival celebrates the rich culture and immense creativity of Los Angeles. Headliners include big musical talent such Maluma, Meghan Thee Stallion, Snoop Dog, and more, plus fun art installations and a variety of food vendors during the performances. Saturday, 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Sunday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. 1245 N Spring St, Los Angeles. la3c.com

Holiday Floral Class at The Maybourne 

Dec. 10.  In celebration of the holidays, FLOWERBX is bringing roses and eucalyptus to The Maybourne Beverly Hills for a floral masterclass. The workshop includes a glass cylinder vase, two varieties of roses, hypericums, carnations and eucalyptus to take home. Plus, guests get a glass of Laurent Perrier champagne during the event. $125 a person. Saturday, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. 225 N Canon Dr., Beverly Hills. Get Your Tickets

Netflix’s Holiday House

Now Open. Netflix opens their Holiday House at The Grove inspired by your favorite Netflix shows and movies. Activations include a holiday vignette for family photos, a walk-through of the detective office of Enola Holmes, Matilda’s musical library, the School for Good and Evil Wishing Tree, an Emily in Paris–inspired photo op (Eiffel Tower included, of course), and more. Free. Open Daily, times vary. 189 The Grove Dr G-10, Los Angeles. netflix.com

Ice at Santa Monica

Until Jan. 16. Santa Monica’s annual Winterlit celebration transforms Downtown Santa Monica and Third Street Promenade into a winter wonderland. Everyone is invited to skate under the stars at the only 8,000 square-foot outdoor ice rink on the Westside. No timed sessions, no limits. Skate rental and admission for $20. Open Daily, 12 p.m.- 10 p.m. 1324 5th St., Downtown Santa Monica. downtownsm.com

Winter Fest at Hollywood

Dec. 10. The all-new Hollywood Park presents a sleek-peek of their brand new retail space by hosting their first annual Winter Fest. Experience the vendor village, a basketball clinic for kids by PeacePlayers, an exhibition game with Adidas and Drew League, a Black Santa celebrity basketball game, food trucks, and more. Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1001 South Stadium Drive, Inglewood. More Info

Food + Drinks

Velverie in St. Tropez: Pop-Up Dinner

Dec. 9. Travel to the South of France at Valverie for an evening pop-up dining experience. Executive Chef Junior Perez has prepared a special four course seafood menu that consists of oysters, sea bass, scallops, lobster, plus a pistachio cremee brulee or a fig and brie tart. $150 a person. Friday, 5 p.m. 9737 S Santa Monica Blvd., Beverly Hills. Get Tickets Now

Jame After Hours

Late Night with Jame

Now Open. Italian restaurant Jame Enoteca has expanded by adding a new bar for drinks, snacks, and late-night bites. Try inventive cocktails like the Daniele Uditi negroni or a jazz singsanong espresso martini. New dishes include a grilled cheese panino and chips with onion fonduta dip. Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10:30 p.m Friday – Saturday, 9 p.m. – 12 a.m. 241 Main Street, El Segundo. eatjame.com

Arts + Culture

World premiere of Lucha Libre!

Dec. 11. Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra will perform the world premiere of Juan Pablo Contreras’ Lucha Libre!, a LACO Sound Investment commission that pays tribute to Mexican masked wrestling. A total of six orchestra soloists will perform wearing custom luchador masks made by San Diego-based artists. Tickets vary from $29 – $133. Sunday at 7 p.m. Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S. St. John Ave, Pasadena. Get Tickets Now

Exclusive Andy Warhol Photography Debuts

Dec. 9-11. SIZED Studio presents In Motion: Andy Warhol 1974 – 1986, a curated exhibition of never-before-seen photographs. The collection of moments throughout Warhol’s life provide a unique perspective into the daily activities of the artist, as well as New York’s cultural scene. Friday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. 526 N. Western Avenue, Los Angeles. size.itd

Holiday Shopping

Holidays at Shutters on the Beach

Now Open. The holidays have arrived in Santa Monica, and Shutters on the Beach unveils its seasonal transformation featuring décor and a boutique by renowned interior designer Barclay Butera. Guests are invited to see thousands of miniature white lights and shop his seaside chic looks at the boutique pop-up . 1 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. shuttersonthebeach.com

 

Photo credit: Holiday at Shutters, Shutters on the Beach, Netflix, Hitchhiker Photos, Lucha Libre!, Libby Huebner. All images are courtesy of the businesses and venues.

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