Hi guys,
I can’t believe the World Cup is coming to an end. Why does it feel like summer is ending early when in reality it’s barely starting!
Yesterday I went to a Grupo Niche and Nathy Peluso salsa concert at the Hollywood Bowl, and it was amazing! SELA collab hooked us up with tickets, and last minute I was able to give away 7 tickets to folks on Instagram. Reminder: I’m always sharing last-minute plans on my IG, and sometimes giving away tickets — so keep an eye out on my stories if you’re ever down to side quest! :)
Anyways, here’s this weekend’s list of events around L.A. and the last time I’ll be putting together a World Cup-inspired events section!
World Cup-inspired events (Where to watch Playoffs & Finale) ⭐️
Kids of Immigrants is hosting their Grand Opening of their flagship store. There will be coffee + DJs and more throughout the weekend. They’ll also be hosting a Finale World Cup Watch Party 🔗
Art Exhibition & Carne Asada Watch Party: The City of Champions art show is a two-day exhibition featuring emerging and established artist photographers and more. This is a 21+ event. They’re partnering with LA collectives like Boyle Heights run clubs, Niña Fresa Pilates and hosting a panel as well. 🔗
Latin District x World Cup finale watch party @Clifton’s 🔗
LA Galaxy is hosting watch parties at Hermosa Beach 🔗
The Autry Museum is hosting fútbol for the people / community watch party 🔗
World Cup Block Party in Montebello 🔗
Brunch World Cup hosted by Central American DJ duo Casamiento and Puerto Rican and Dominican duo Casa de Lola 🔗
Kick around LA x WSS 🔗
Official FIFA fan zones I’d go to:
Burbank will have an official fan zone (heads up, it costs $25 to get in but I believe the street fair is free) 🔗
Waterfront x watch party vibes at West Harbor 🔗
Friday, July 17 ⭐️
Friday, Fuerza Regida will be at Shoe Palace 🔗
LA County Parks and Rec Department just started a standalone free summer concert series called Sounds of LA County: 28 Parks, 108 Concerts, One County. Some concerts happening on Friday include Los Selenamos, a live band Selena celebration happening at Adventure Park in Whittier, or you can head to Mona Park in Compton where Girls Make Beats will be hosting a night of live DJ sets. 🔗
Solo art exhibition called Mi Deseo Friday night and afterparty at Ambiente Central 🔗
Going out recs ⭐️:
Sabor a Verano: Ambiente Central is bringing DJs from New York and Chicago for their monthly Central American party (Punta + DJ vibes) 🔗
Palenque will be at Bar CDMX (tocando los mejores exitos) 🔗
Saturday, July 18 ⭐️
Las Fotos Project is hosting an upcoming exhibition, “Raised in LA” from 4-6:30pm, followed by an opening reception. This exhibition will showcase 2026 spring artist projects centered around LA culture. Light bites and vibes will be provided while supplies last! Plus a panel! 🔗
Homegirl Cafe and Genta Unida are hosting Summer on Bruno a free night of food, music, and shopping. There will be an art installation by Homeboy Art Academy and over 20+ vendors selling items under $25 🔗
Happy group is hosting a free rockero fest in Pershing Square bringing together one of the biggest names of Spanish rock, ska, and alternative music. With performances by En Jambre, Inspector, La Union, Pastilla, Comisario Pantera. 🔗
Salsa Saturday @ Escala in Ktown 🔗
Cute date/friend ideas: There’s a free star party happening at Griffith Park Observatory. Free and family-friendly - Star Party 🔗
Midcity Mercado is hosting a Mercado (I’d also keep an eye out if they decide to throw a watch party if they haven’t announced already) 🔗
Free live screen-printing event by Dstroy L.A. and Barrio Drive 🔗
More going out 21+ recs ⭐️
Sabado Santo 🔗
Cumbiaton in Long Beach 🔗
Ritmo Celestial Hottest reggaeton party hosted by ALT Plus (one of my favorite Perreo parties) 🔗
Ritmo Celestial + Alt Plus are hosting their first afters 🔗
Baile World afters + Saturday 🔗
Noche Romantica @ the Melody Lounge in Chinatown (playing for the romantics) 🔗
Patchwork is celebrating their 2-year anniversary of Una Noche de Perreo 🔗
Sunday, July 19 ⭐️
Sunday morning hike with Floreciendo en Movimiento 🔗
CicLAvia meets the Hollywood will have 6 car-free miles across East Hollywood, Hollywood, and West Hollywood. This will be happening from 9 am to 4 pm. 🔗
Grand Molina Park’s Sunday Sessions are back! For their first session, they’ll have Baile World, an Afro-Latina-led party celebrating culture, inclusivity, and a safe space for POC femmes. This free, all-ages event will also have a free live print lab and community activations 🔗
Link Up is hosting their 5-year anniversary under the 6th bridge on Sunday 🔗
See you guys next week!