News Summary
This weekend in Los Angeles features a variety of cultural events, including the reopening of the Getty Villa, art exhibitions, food festivals, and live performances. Families can enjoy free concerts, dance parties, and movie screenings throughout the city. The lineup is designed to cater to diverse interests, making it the perfect opportunity for locals and visitors to experience the vibrant cultural scene Los Angeles has to offer.
Los Angeles
This weekend, from June 27 to 29, 2025, a variety of exciting events are taking place across Los Angeles, offering activities for families, art lovers, food enthusiasts, and music fans alike. Highlights include the reopening of the Getty Villa with a new exhibition and diverse cultural celebrations throughout the city.
Key Events This Weekend
- LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is hosting the opening of a new exhibition titled “A Great Day in East L.A.: Celebrando the Eastside Sound” on June 28, featuring family activities, artmaking, percussion jam sessions, curator-led tours, and a community concert with The Altons. The celebration starts at noon, and the concert begins at 6 p.m. Both events are free to the public.
- The Getty Villa will reopen on June 27 after a six-month closure due to the Palisades Fire. The opening will debut a new exhibition called “The Kingdom of Pylos,” showcasing over 230 Messenian art and artifacts. Admission is free, but timed reservations are required, and the museum operates from Friday to Monday.
- Dance DTLA returns to The Music Center’s Jerry Moss Plaza for free evening dance parties every Friday through August 16, with an Afrobeats session led by instructor Kara Jenelle from 7 to 11 p.m.
- Benny Boy Brewing will celebrate PRIDE Weekend from June 27-29 with a dance party, Bikini Beach Day bash, and a Chef Sandwich Showdown judged by the Queer Food Foundation on June 29, with tickets priced at $25.
- Shakespeare By the Sea performances include “As You Like It” on June 27 and “Julius Caesar” on June 28 and 29 at Rush Park, all shows are free to attend.
- On June 27, Ivy Station in Culver City will screen “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” at 8:30 p.m. Blankets and chairs are welcome, and attendance is free.
- The Skirball Cultural Center will screen “Captain America: The First Avenger” on June 27 at 8:30 p.m., with tickets starting at $18.
- A comedy benefit show featuring Dana Gould, Aparna Nancherla, and Chris Estrada at the Valley Relics Museum on June 27 will support California wildfire victims, with tickets priced at $55.
- The “Grease Sing-A-Long” at the Hollywood Bowl on June 27 allows guests to sing along to the classic film starting at 8 p.m., with tickets available from $18.
- The Black Cat Pride 2025 festival on June 28 will feature performances from 20 local artists and a comedy showcase from 3 to 8 p.m. This event is free and limited to attendees aged 21 and older.
- The Mid City Arts + Music Festival on June 28 promises a community celebration with live music, food trucks, and a kid’s space from noon to 7 p.m., all free of charge.
- The East Side Print Fair celebrates local printmakers with various activities on June 28, running from noon to 5 p.m., and is free to attend.
- On June 29, the Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks at Leimert Park will kick off with a libation ceremony and dance performances at noon, and entry is free.
- The Good Boy Wine Festival on June 28 offers unlimited tastings from over 40 natural winemakers, along with DJ sets and food vendors, from 5 p.m. to midnight, with general admission tickets priced at $65.
- Grand Performances on June 28 will feature a tribute to Dr. Dre, led by Sly5thAve and a 30-piece orchestra starting at 6 p.m., and this event is free.
- The Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles will begin its summer season on June 28 with performances from Dengue Fever and others, starting at 7 p.m., and it is free to attend.
- The Pier 360 festival at Santa Monica Pier on June 28 and 29 showcases ocean sports competitions with interactive games and live music, running both days from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., all free of charge.
- The “Art Beyond the Glass” event at Catch One nightclub on June 29 includes unique cocktail creations by local bartenders, with tickets priced at $81.41, running from 3 to 7 p.m.
- The Cat & Fiddle in Hollywood will launch a new British-themed brunch menu on June 28, featuring classics such as Full English Breakfast and Egg Soldiers.
Additional Information
These events reflect the vibrant cultural landscape of Los Angeles, inviting residents and visitors to explore various artistic and culinary experiences over this weekend. The mixture of free and ticketed events caters to a broad audience, ensuring an entertaining and enriching opportunity for everyone in the city.
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