Events
Sounds of LA
Starts Feb.7. A free weekend concert series returns to the Getty Center, spotlighting a rotating lineup of up-and-coming performers, local favorites and global talents, with two shows by a different band each weekend. The series opens with Inuit soul group Pamyua, whose performances draw from Indigenous drumsongs of Greenland and Alaska, weaving traditional melodies with contemporary vocalization, funk, r&b and soul. The result is music that feels both ancestral and forward-looking, set against one of the city’s most iconic backdrops. Saturday at 7 p.m. 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles. getty.edu
First Fridays at the Natural History Museum
Starts Feb. 6. The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County marks 20 years of First Fridays with a night of music, science and after-hours exploration. February launches the “Life, From Our Guts to the Galaxy” discussion series, paired with live performances by Jay Som and Georgia Maq in the North American Mammal Hall, plus DJ sets from KCRW’s Novena Carmel and Wyldeflower woven among the dioramas. Admission includes access to Fierce! The Story of Cats before it closes. Friday, 6–10 p.m. (members early entry at 5:30 p.m.). 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles.
Bixby Knolls Celebrates Black History Month & Bob Marley’s Birthday
Feb. 6. A Black History Month celebration anchors First Friday in Bixby Knolls, coinciding with Bob Marley’s birthday and bringing a full evening of music, art and neighborhood energy to Atlantic Avenue. Highlights include the “African Americans in Rock n Roll” exhibit at the Expo Arts Center, live reggae from Devine Timing and Lovers Bash Sound and art pop-ups throughout the corridor. Local favorites like Ambitious Ales and Lola’s roll out themed bites and drinks, while KUBO hosts an artist-in-residence opening. Friday, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Atlantic Ave., Long Beach. bixbyknollsinfo.com
Santa Monica Proper presents Adi Oasis
Feb. 5. Dance into the night as the music series continues with a curated DJ set by Adi Oasis inside Palma at Santa Monica Proper Hotel. The French-Caribbean singer, bassist and producer brings her groove-driven blend of funk, r&b and soul into an intimate late-night setting, with music centered on identity, love and liberation. An opener sets the tone before Adi Oasis takes over the decks, with specialty cocktails featuring St-Germain flowing throughout the night. Thursday, 8–11 p.m. (opener at 8 p.m.; main set 9–11 p.m.).
700 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica. Reserve Now
San Marino Lunar New Year Festival
Feb. 7. The Chinese Club of San Marino hosts its annual Lunar New Year Festival at Lacy Park, transforming the grounds into a daylong celebration of culture and community. Expect traditional performances and displays, family-friendly games and food vendors serving a mix of savory and sweet favorites. The free event centers on welcoming good fortune and bringing together neighbors from across the San Gabriel Valley. Saturday at 10 a.m. 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino. ccsm.org
Food + Drinks
Social Club at Gelson’s Hollywood
Feb. 5. The popular grocery store brand is taking over the Hollywood Wine Bar for an intimate evening built around Executive Chef Tony Dang’s grazing spread. Highlights include abundant assorted charcuterie and seasonal cheeses, classic shrimp cocktail and a selection of assorted sushi, followed by french fried chicken and tri-tip skewers that lean juicy and smoky. Desserts include cookies, brownies and Dubai chocolate strawberries paired with two included drinks (wine, craft beer, or non-alcoholic). Thursday, 6–8 p.m. $50 per person. 7300 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. gelsons.com
Open Market Pop Up at Woon
Feb. 5. Pasadena’s Woon presents a one-night Open Market pop-up with a lineup of standout collaboration dishes alongside its homestyle Chinese menu. Expect a smoked duck bánh mì that balances smoky meat with crisp vegetables, a tocino pork collar plate rich with savory sweetness, sinigang wings that fuse tangy Filipino broth notes with crunchy skin and a tofu dessert that plays with texture and subtle sweetness — all alongside Woon’s regular menu of noodles, buns and comforting mains. This is a limited-run night with quantities capped early, so arrive with appetite. Thursday, from 5 p.m.1392 E. Washington Blvd., Pasadena. woonpasadena.com
Luke’s Lobster x Fly By Jing
Now Serving. Chili crisp’s run as one of the most influential condiments of the past few years continues its takeover of seafood as Luke’s Lobster launches its first limited-time offering of 2026: the chili crisp crab melt, created in collaboration with cult-favorite Fly By Jing. The pressed sandwich layers of Jonah Crab, cheddar cheese, crunchy cabbage and a chili crisp mayo made with Fly By Jing’s xtra spicy Sichuan chili crisp, all stacked on classic white bread and served with chips. To round out the rollout, Luke’s pairs the melt with seasonal tomato bisque and combo options, including a half chili crisp crab melt with soup or full melt with soup. For specific hours and location, visit website. lukeslobster.com
Super Bowl Sunday at 33 Taps DTLA
Feb. 8. When Super Bowl Sunday takes over Downtown Los Angeles, 33 Taps DTLA is built for the moment. Known for game days and high-energy happy hours, the bar goes all-in with 50 wall-to-wall 75-inch HD TVs and a three-sided jumbotron stretching the length of the room, ensuring clear sightlines from nearly every seat when kickoff hits. The full bar pairs with fresh, crowd-ready food—burgers, wings and solid vegan options—while beer flows through a custom draft system designed for quality pours, zero bottles and minimal waste. Add a welcoming staff, buzzy atmosphere, a pet-friendly policy and it’s an easy call for fans looking to lock in for the biggest game of the year. Sunday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.345 W. 33rd Street, Los Angeles. eatdrink33.com
Last Sips Before Hiatus at Endorffeine
Until Feb. 28. As it heads into its annual March hiatus, Endorffeine offers one last window to linger at one of L.A.’s most revered coffee bars. Known for its tightly curated rotation of roasters—including Sey, Drop, Ilse and Prolog—the menu spotlights rare espresso Mondays, pristine single-origin pours and obsessively precise brews that attract industry professionals and devoted regulars alike. For serious coffee drinkers, this is the final stretch before the lights go down for the season. 727 N. Broadway, Los Angeles. endorffeine.coffee
Arts + Culture
I.C.O.N
Feb. 18. Patti LuPone is not just a three-time Tony Award winner. She is a fireball of talent, a musical force to be reckoned with, and a true once-in-a-generation artist and entertainer who makes news every time she takes the stage! Don’t miss this living legend on the 25th Anniversary Tour of her acclaimed theatrical concert Matters of the Heart, Feb 18 only. 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, 714.556.2787. scfta.org
Thomas Ospital Organ Recital at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Feb. 8. French organist Thomas Ospital makes his Walt Disney Concert Hall debut with a program that leaves room for surprise. Known for fearless improvisation—drawing from classical repertoire, national anthems and even “take me out to the ball game”—Ospital follows a set anchored by Vierne’s booming, chromatic symphony, Saint-Saëns’ eerie danse macabre and Ravel’s light-hearted memorial piece, then lets instinct take over at the console. Expect virtuosity, wit and moments that exist only in the room. Sunday, 7:30 p.m. 111 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. laphil.com
The Book of Mormon at the Pantages Theatre
Now Playing. A nine-time Tony Award–winning Best Musical, The Book of Mormon has earned raves across the board, with praise hailing it as one of the funniest and most electrifying shows on stage today. The outrageous comedy follows the misadventures of an unlikely pair of missionaries sent halfway around the world to spread the Good Word, only to find themselves wildly unprepared for what awaits. Showtimes vary. 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles. broadwayinhollywood.com
What A Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem
Feb. 6–March 20. Spanning all six floors of the Variety Arts Theater, the Julia Stoschek Foundation makes its first U.S. presentation with an immersive exhibition that blurs the boundaries between art and cinema. Major video works by Marina Abramović, Doug Aitken, Paul McCarthy and Wolfgang Tillmans are set in dialogue with silent and classic films by Alice Guy-Blaché, Georges Méliès, Luis Buñuel and Walt Disney, turning the building into a participatory, sensory-driven experience. Admission is free, with complimentary popcorn throughout the run. Wednesday–Sunday, 5 p.m.–midnight. 940 S. Figueroa Street, Los Angeles. jsf.la
Photo credit: Man playing trumpet courtesy of Bixby Knolls. All mages are courtesy of the venues and businesses featured.
