Events
CicLAvia Connects Leimert Park and Expo Park with 3.6 Miles of Car-Free Streets
June 28. Explore South Los Angeles on foot, bike, skates, or other people-powered transportation during CicLAvia’s free 3.6-mile open streets event connecting Leimert Park and Expo Park. The route features three activity hubs with family-friendly programming, free bike repair, water stations, live community activations and local businesses and restaurants, while celebrating the neighborhoods that make South LA one of the city’s most vibrant cultural destinations. Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Route begins in Leimert Park and travels along Crenshaw Boulevard and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to Expo Park. ciclavia.org
Union Station Hosts Free FIFA World Cup Fan Zone
June 25-28. Los Angeles Union Station transforms into an official FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone with four days of free match screenings, live entertainment, food trucks and interactive fan experiences. Highlights include appearances by LAFC’s Jeremy Ebobisse, Mexican football legends Ramón Ramírez and Claudio Suárez, a live Men in Blazers show, performances by Travis Barker, DJ Spider, Valentino Khan and DJ Quik, plus a lineup of local Smorgasburg food vendors. Thursday-Sunday, starts 10 a.m. Free tickets are required. 800 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles. More Information
Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival
June 27-28. Celebrate Southern California beach culture at the free, all-ages Pier 360 Beach Festival, where the Santa Monica Pier and surrounding shoreline come alive with paddleboard races, ocean swims, beach volleyball, skateboarding, strongman competitions, live music, a roller rink, family activities and a beer garden. Guests can also explore interactive exhibits, cheer on lifeguard competitions and upgrade with a Pier 360 Festival Pass that includes exclusive perks. Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sports activities start at 8 a.m.) 200 Santa Monica Pier, Suite A, Santa Monica. santamonicapier.org/pier360
NoHo Fútbol Fest
June 27. Celebrate the FIFA World Cup at NoHo Futbol Fest, a free, family-friendly street festival featuring live match screenings on giant LED screens, DJs and live entertainment, local food vendors, a beer garden, soccer-themed games, giveaways, interactive activations, photo opportunities and a dedicated kids zone. Hosted by Councilmember Adrin Nazarian, the all-day event brings together sports, music and community in the heart of North Hollywood. Saturday at noon. 11136 Magnolia Blvd., Los Angeles. More Information
Mamma Mia! Brings ABBA’s Beloved Musical to the Ahmanson Theatre
Now Playing. The smash-hit musical Mamma Mia! returns to Los Angeles for a limited engagement at the Ahmanson Theatre. Featuring ABBA’s iconic songs, the feel-good production follows a young bride’s search for her father on a picturesque Greek island, bringing love, laughter and unforgettable music to the stage in one of Broadway’s most beloved musicals. Showtimes vary. Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles.
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Food + Drinks
Azur Brings the French Riviera to Beverly Hills
Now Serving. Open in the heart of Beverly Hills’ Golden Triangle, Azur transports diners to the French Riviera with Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, French wines and champagnes and live music in an elegant, coastal setting. Founded by hospitality veterans Erik and Florence Chol, the restaurant’s menu features housemade pastas, classic dishes like tartare de boeuf and salade niçoise, signature loup de mer and premium steaks and seafood designed for sharing. Hours vary. 453 N. Canon Drive, Beverly Hills. azurbeverlyhills.com
Baloot Brings Live-Fire Persian Barbecue to Maydan Market
June 27. Chef Mehran Movahedi, founder of Baloot and a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, brings his Iranian heritage to the grill with a one-day backyard barbecue residency at Maydan Market. Guests can enjoy charcoal-grilled Persian kebabs cooked over a white oak hearth, alongside seasonal produce and house ferments that showcase the bold, smoky flavors of traditional Persian cuisine. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 4301 W Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. Reserve a Spot
Tam O’Shanter Celebrates the FIFA World Cup with Match Specials and Ticket Discounts
Now-July 19. Cheer on your favorite team at Tam O’Shanter, where the historic Los Angeles pub is showing every FIFA World Cup match with extended happy hour specials, first-goal drink promotions and multiple TVs throughout the restaurant. Fans who present a World Cup match ticket before or after the game will also receive 15% off their meal, making it a great stop for game-day food, drinks and celebration. Hours vary. 2980 Los Feliz Blvd., Los Angeles. lawrysonline.com
STK Steakhouse Serves World Cup Cocktails, Bites and Watch Parties
Now-July 19. Watch every FIFA World Cup match at STK Steakhouse with game-day food and drink specials available in the bar, lounge and patio throughout the tournament. Guests can enjoy discounted beers, cocktails and signature bites starting at $3, while STK Westwood will also host special World Cup Kick-Off Lounge events with Taittinger on June 26 and Don Julio 1942 on July 11 for an elevated match-day experience. Hours vary. 1100 Glendon Ave., Los Angeles. stksteakhouse.com
Arts + Culture
Enjoy a magical night beneath the stars with PCPA Conservatory Theatre’s enchanting summer lineup!
Now Available. Experience unforgettable evenings with PCPA Conservatory Theatre, where live performances light up the Solvang night sky. This summer, enjoy Come From Away, Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, and Beehive The 60’s Musical. Our spectacular lineup runs June 11 through August 23 at Solvang Festival Theater. Discover showtimes and exclusive “Stay and Play” hotel packages at PCPA.ORG
The Roots & Nas Headline A Roots Picnic Experience at the Hollywood Bowl
June 27. One of hip-hop’s biggest nights of the summer comes to the Hollywood Bowl as The Roots return with A Roots Picnic Experience, joined by legendary rapper Nas for an evening celebrating the genre’s legacy and influence. The lineup also features T.I., Bun B, De La Soul and more, bringing together generations of hip-hop icons for a one-night-only performance. Saturday at 7:30 p.m. 2301 N. Highland Ave., Los Angeles. hollywoodbowl.com
Last Dance at La Brea Tar Pits
June 27. Celebrate one final night inside the La Brea Tar Pits museum before it closes for a two-year transformation with a 1970s-themed disco party featuring DJ Cristy Bubbles, food and drinks included with admission, a costume contest hosted by Emmy-winning drag performer Glen Alen and after-hours access to the museum. The farewell event marks the beginning of a major renovation, with the reimagined museum and park expected to reopen in 2028. Saturday, 7-10 p.m. 5801 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles. tarpits.org
Dance DTLA Kicks Off with a World Cup Watch Party & Global Dance Celebration
June 26-Aug. 14. Celebrate the start of Dance DTLA with a free evening that combines a live FIFA World Cup watch party and an outdoor dance party at Jerry Moss Plaza. Watch Spain take on Uruguay on giant LED screens beginning at 5 p.m., enjoy soccer-themed activities, then stay for free dance lessons and a Global Mix dance party with live DJs. No dance experience is required. Starts this Friday at 7-11 p.m. 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles. musiccenter.org
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