Events Happening in LA This Weekend ⭐️ May 14–17
Your LA Weekend Guide 🗓️ Night Markets, Lucha Libre, Salsa & More
Hi guys,
If you’re looking for things to do this weekend in LA, I got you. I’m Natalie and every week I round up my favorite experiences happening across LA.
There’s a lot going on this weekend, from nightlife to art festivals to markets and more-so let’s get into it. And if you don’t know - I have more bonus events here than in my usual video series on ig/tiktok, so enjoy!
⚽ HOW TO EXPERIENCE THE WORLD CUP IN LA ⭐️
This summer you’ll be able to go to free and paid fan zones around the city. They’ll have DJs, games, some will have meet and greets. Not enough people were talking about LA’s World Cup fan zones so I had to (Also- we’re less than 30 days away- so it’s time to plan ahead!)
Free
Union Station | June 25–28
Downey | June 20
Magic Johnson Park | July 4–5
Whittier Narrows | July 9–11
Paid
FIFA Fan Fest @ Coliseum | June 11–14 | $10
Farmers Market | June 18–21 | $5/day
Hansen Dam | July 2–5 | Ticketed
Venice Beach | July 10–11 | Ticketed
Fairplex | July 14–15 & 18–19 | Ticketed
West Harbor | July 14–15 & 18–19 | Ticketed
Burbank | July 18–19 | $25+ (street fair outside is FREE 👀)
I did full breakdown here!
📅 THURSDAY, MAY 14 ⭐️
Tamal Making Class at La Guelaguetza Learn to make tamales at one of LA’s most beloved Mexican restaurants. Link
Game Night with Caribbean Music A fun night out with games and Caribbean sounds. Link
Suavecito Run Club run and link with the community. Link
📅 FRIDAY, MAY 15 ⭐️
Sophie Castillo Meet & Greet at Pink and Bougie Come out and meet Sophie Castillo in person. Link
Somos NELA Night Market Northeast LA Night Market is back with live music, activities, and artisanal crafts centering the working class community. Link
Global Soccer Night at Downey City Library ⭐ Family Pick In collaboration with AFJA and LA Galaxy Star Squad. Expect a live magic show, an outdoor soccer game zone, and free pupusas for the first 200 people. Link
Cuatro por Cuatro Bar Takeover at Eastwood, Koreatown A country themed bar takeover with a full arcade bar, live music, DJs, and a mechanical bull. First 50 people get in free with a complimentary keychain and arcade card. Link
Also Friday:
📅 SATURDAY, MAY 16
Latina Fest Preview A celebration of all things Latina and the opening of the new D Line extension, presented by LA Metro. Free event with poets, culture, a marketplace, and more. Link
Persona 6th Annual Yard Sale Creatives selling their personal clothes. A great spot to thrift and support the community.Link
La Bulla / 10 Year Anniversary Disney artist Antonio Pelayo celebrates the 10 year anniversary of La Bulla with an immersive Lucha Libre art festival honoring Mexican wrestling legend El Santo and supporting DTLA’s Superchief Gallery. Over 200 artists. Link
Taquitos and Queers at Olvera Street Local vendors and queer art happening the 3rd Saturday of every month (New event!). Link
Also Saturday:
Barriyo HiFi - celebrating Filipino culture with food, performances, and more Link
Hermanos & Wellness new run club for men’s mental health link
Nota Alta back at Venice Beach (night out) Link
Noche Romántica (Chinatown) Link
Eatscon (Foodie Festival) - I believe Saturday is sold out Link
Boleros - Romance Nocturno at the LA County Fair Link
Singles Only (mixer event) Link
Spice World Movie Screening + cute event I found on Tik Tok for the girls Link
Amistad at Silverlake Lounge Link
📅 SUNDAY, MAY 17
El Chinchorro at Elysian Park - Free A free picnic style gathering for the Caribbean and Latino community to connect through music and food. Art installations and a DJ set included. Link
Paint & Drink with Barrio Drive x Dstry LA Live screen printing a custom t shirt for just $20. 100% of proceeds will go to those affcted by ICE raids Link
Rhythm and Brewed An R&B coffee party and listening experience. Free Colombo coffee while it lasts. Link (My pick of the weekend! I’ve been wanting to go)
Chulita Vinyl Club - Dulce Nostalgia at La Cita A night of good music with portraits by Cher the Moment all night long. Link
Madrecitas y Mijas Mercado -Free A free Mercado honoring women’s connections across generations, hosted by LA Femme Lens and Peachy Strong Fitness. Women owned vendors throughout and fitness class tickets available if you want to get moving too. Link
Salsa Pa La Gente A salsa class and vinyl only DJ set out in Pasadena. Link
Also Sunday:
AAPI Day at Smorgasburg ( free parking the first 2 hours) Link
Spanish Comedy Show in Venice Beach Link
See you next week! 🖤