October 14, 2025

Los Angeles Weekly Events Highlight Community Engagement

News Summary

Los Angeles offers a vibrant week of events from cultural exhibitions to family-friendly activities, showcasing live performances and Halloween festivities. Highlights include AirTalk Live discussing community resilience after recent fires, free stand-up comedy, art exhibitions, and engaging family activities such as a pumpkin wonderland and a themed aquarium night. Local venues will host independent films, jazz performances, and community gatherings, creating a rich tapestry of experiences for both residents and visitors to enjoy.

Los Angeles Weekly Events: October 13-17, 2025

Residents and visitors in Los Angeles can look forward to a variety of events occurring from October 13 to 17, 2025, including cultural exhibitions, live performances, and family-friendly activities. The week is packed with opportunities for the community to engage in art, music, and Halloween-themed festivities.

AirTalk Live at BroadStage

On Tuesday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m., AirTalk Live at BroadStage will feature host Larry Mantle in a discussion about the “Palisades’ Road to Recovery” following the devastating fires that took place in January. This conversation will explore the community’s resilience and ongoing recovery efforts.

Netflix’s Stand-Up Comedy Series

Also on Monday, the highly anticipated stand-up comedy series “Are You Still Listening?” will return at Dynasty Typewriter, featuring comedian Dulce Sloan. The event is free with an RSVP, and seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Art Exhibitions and Cultural Events

The Hammer Museum is currently showcasing the “Made in L.A.” exhibition, featuring works from 28 local artists. The exhibition is free to the public and will run until March 1, 2026. Meanwhile, Skirball Cultural Center will host a free opening event for new exhibitions on Thursday, October 17, from noon to 5 p.m., concluding with an evening mingle with artists from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Halloween Festivities and Family Activities

Families can enjoy “Carved,” a whimsical pumpkin wonderland at Descanso Gardens, running nightly through October 30. Ticket prices range from $27 to $45 for non-members. Additionally, the “Scarium Family Night” at the Aquarium of the Pacific will take place on Friday, October 17, from 6 to 9 p.m., featuring activities like trick-or-treating and a costume contest; prices start at $28.95.

Independent Films and Theatrical Performances

The renowned Screamfest at TCL Chinese Theatre will run through Thursday, October 17, presenting a selection of independent horror films. Ticket prices vary from $16 for individual screenings to $300 for full festival badges. A free event titled “BINGE Fringe Festival of Free Theatre” will also kick off on Tuesday, showcasing performances from local artists.

Live Music and Dance Events

Jazz enthusiasts can enjoy free live music at LACMA on Friday evenings, with performances scheduled throughout the week. Additionally, a Halloween-themed salsa dance party named “Salsaween” is set to take place on Friday at Ivy Station, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event includes a free introductory lesson and live music.

Additional Local Activities

On Thursday, locals are invited to a free community event at Santa Monica Pier, running from 3:30 to 10 p.m., which will feature youth activities, a car show, DJs, and live performances. For those looking to indulge in culinary offerings, “Raclette Night” at Agnes Restaurant on Monday will feature a melty cheese plate dinner priced between $20 and $30. Additionally, “Sake Harmony Weeks” will be taking place from October 13 to November 2 at various local restaurants featuring sake pairings.

Spooky Attractions and Themed Experiences

This week also includes several Halloween events such as “Urban Death Tour of Terror” at Zombie Joe’s Theatre, running Friday and Saturday through November 1, with tickets available for $24 online. Another nearby attraction, the “Reign of Terror Haunted House” in Thousand Oaks, features 142 rooms of interactive horror experiences, running from Friday to Sunday with tickets starting at $42.99.

With such a diverse and engaging lineup of events, Los Angeles offers residents and visitors plenty of opportunities to experience art, culture, and entertainment through this vibrant week.

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