Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles offers a mix of fun and relaxation, with plenty to do across the city. From festivals and outdoor concerts to pool parties and fun sporting events, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to soak up the last rays of summer or explore the city’s culture, L.A. has a variety of activities to make the most of the holiday weekend.
W Hollywood Rooftop Pool Party (Hollywood)
Aug. 30. Twelve stories up, the W turns into an open-air day club with DJs, cabanas, and skyline views that make every splash feel cinematic. Expect a high-gloss crowd, bottle service, and a golden-hour scene made for Labor Day photos. Saturday and Sunday daytime sessions anchor the weekend; dress code leans chic swim and resort wear
Address: 6250 Hollywood Blvd Los Angeles
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Hollywood Roosevelt: Labor Day Weekend Splash
Aug. 29-Sept. 1. The Tropicana Pool at the 1927 icon goes full classic-Hollywood—palm fronds, David Hockney’s pool art underfoot, and a tight DJ rotation. Daily parties run 2–6 p.m. all weekend, with easy access to burgers, frozen drinks, and that neon-lit courtyard swagger. Come for the sunshine, stay for the after-dark glow off Hollywood Blvd.
Time: Friday at 2 p.m. Saturday at 1 p.m. Sunday at 12 p.m. Monday at 1 p.m.
Address: 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Los-Angeles
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Skybar at Mondrian: Summer Splash
Aug. 30. Skybar stacks your long weekend with a Sunday “Summer Lodge” throwdown and a Monday all-white Labor Day pool party—both built for dance-floor heat and cabana lounging. Expect top-down views of the Strip, quick-pour cocktails, and beats that carry through sunset. Doors open around 1 p.m.; arrive early to lock in entry.
Time: Saturday, 1-7 p.m.
Address: 603 N. La Cienega Blvd., West Hollywood
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Mac DeMarco at the Greek Theatre (Griffith Park)
Aug. 29-31. DeMarco opens his tour here in Los Angeles this Friday, with additional shows added thanks to demand—think woozy guitar pop under the pines. The Greek’s bowl-of-stars setting turns mellow choruses into communal sing-alongs. If Friday’s sold out, try Saturday or Sunday.
Hours: Friday-Sunday at 7:30 p.m.
Address: 1541 Wilcox Ave., Los Angeles
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Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks
Aug. 29-31. It’s a three-game home stand for this Labor Day Weekend, where the fans are going to keep Chavez Ravine roaring into the holiday. Grab elote and garlic fries, then watch a playoff-bound roster send balls screaming into the blue. Single-game tickets are live now.
Time: Friday 7:10 p.m., Saturday 6:10 p.m., Sunday 1:10 p.m.
Address: 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles
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LA Sparks Home Games
Aug. 29 & 31.The Sparks host the Fever and the Mystics this weekend, a perfect indoor counterpunch to the heat. Expect pace, star power, and a crowd that brings it—families, die-hards and first-timers. It’s one of the most affordable big-league atmospheres in town this weekend.
Hours: Friday at 7 p.m. and the Mystics on Sunday at 5 p.m.
Address: 6516 Selma Ave., Los Angeles
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Cinespia at Hollywood Forever
Aug. 30-31. Pack a blanket for cemetery cinema: The Princess Bride this Saturday and The Silence of the Lambs on Sunday, enjoy the atmosphere of these movies after dark. DJs, photo booths and picnic energy turn the lawn into an LA rite of passage. It’s romance and chills, framed by palms and headstones.
Time: Saturday and Sunday, at 6:15 gates open.
Address: 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles
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& Juliet at the Ahmanson
Now Playing. The glitter-pop musical flips Shakespeare into a stadium-sized jukebox about second chances, running through Sept. 7. Holiday weekend showtimes include Friday night and two shows on Saturday. Go for the hooks; stay for the crowd singing in the aisles.
Time: Hours vary check website for details
Address: 135 N Grand Ave., Los Angeles
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Sunset Social at 1 Hotel West Hollywood
Sept. 1. Juniper Garden sets the stage for a special Labor Day edition of Sunset Social as local collective Plus One marks its two-year anniversary. Guests can expect a laid-back afternoon of bites, cocktails, and golden hour views, with Teemakn, Syade, and Dirty Dell providing the soundtrack. Bring a friend, settle in, and toast the holiday weekend with food, drinks, and music in the heart of the city.
Hours: Monday, 1-7 p.m.
Address: 8490 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood
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Smorgasburg LA at ROW DTLA
Aug. 31. Nearly 100 vendors serve everything from smash burgers to regional noodles, plus a beer garden and DJs. takes over five acres of the Alameda Produce Market every Sunday, bringing together dozens of food vendors alongside shopping from makers in design, style, vintage, and wellness. The open-air market doubles as a cultural hub with rotating pop-ups and events that keep the experience fresh each week. Pets aren’t permitted, but the scene remains one of Downtown LA’s most vibrant weekend destinations. Perfect for groups and grazing. Free entry; two hours of free parking.
Time: Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Address: 777 S. Alameda Street, Los Angeles
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Photo credits: Katsu Sando courtesy of Smorgasburg LA. Water splash courtesy of Valentin Lacoste. All images are courtesy of the venues featured.
