First Fridays at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Photo courtesy of NHM.
Need to kickstart a new month with a fresh week of to-dos? We’re on it.
This March 2-6 in Los Angeles you’ll find Pitch-A-Friend at Audio Graph Beer Co., Flux screenings at The Hammer, First Fridays at NHM and MOCA, Backroom Shakespeare Project LA, Maker Night at the Craft Contemporary, Benson Movie Interruption at Dynasty Typewriter, and more.
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Things To Do This Week
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
Pitch-A-Friend at Audio Graph Beer Co. – FA M > It says a lot if a friend is willing to stan you to a group of total strangers, right? That’s the premise behind Pitch-A-Friend, where presenters run through a series of 3 to 5 minute slide deck presentations (in all earnestness) followed by a singles mixer where you can meet-and-greet with the friends who come so highly recommended. And if you have a great single friend you want to pitch, you can apply to be a presenter too! Next event is this Monday at Audio Graph Beer Co. beginning at 7 p.m. Free to attend. LGBTQ+ friendly. More info here.
Backroom Shakespeare Project LA – FA > Catch a high-energy, “no-rehearsal” performance of The Winter’s Tale on Monday at Benny Boy Brewing, organized by the Backroom Shakespeare Project LA. This community-driven event brings professional actors together for a raw, rowdy, and modern take on the Bard. While you watch the drama unfold, enjoy authentic Filipino street food from the Tisoy Quality Goods pop-up and grab one of Benny Boy’s signature orchard-to-glass ciders or European-style beers. 21+ only, free entry, and first-come, first-served seating. Show starts at 6:30 p.m. More info here.
Gorillaz House of Kong Exhibition – > Following its acclaimed London debut, Gorillaz bring House of Kong to Downtown L.A. for a limited four-week immersive run at Rolling Greens DTLA. The exhibition invites fans inside the band’s animated universe, tracing the misadventures, music, and virtual innovation of Murdoc, 2D, Russel, and Noodle. You can also shop merch from the band’s discography and one-of-a-kind collectibles at a gift shop that serves as the gateway into the larger House of Kong experience. House of Kong will run through March 19. Tickets start at $39.50. More info here.
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Studio Ghibli’s Ponyo at the Academy Museum (now through January 2027) -> The Academy Museum’s latest exhibition dives into the world of Ponyo, featuring over 100 objects donated by Studio Ghibli — including an animation desk, art boards, and original pencil drawings, many making their North American debut. On view through January 2027. Admission to the museum cost $25. More info here.
Benson Movie Interruption – M > What’s better than seeing a terrible/awesome movie with your friends and making fun of it while you watch it? How about live commentary from some of entertainment’s funniest movie lovers. This Monday at Dynasty Typewriter, Doug Benson hosts a “your choice” version of his Movie Interrupted series with special guests including Randy and Jason Sklar, Vanessa Gonzalez, and more. Attendees are invited to bring in a Blue Ray / DVD of their choice, and the audience will vote on what to watch before the show begins. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 the day-of. More info here.
Artist Talk at Oxy Arts – FA > Join an intimate in-gallery conversation at OXY ARTS this Tuesday between current and past Wanlass Artists in Residence, Roksana Pirouzmand and Candice Lin. The discussion explores their shared commitment to materially driven work, inherited histories, and the evolution of their relationship from teacher and student at UCLA to artistic peers. Their practices often use sculpture and installation to engage with power, symbolism, and personal narrative. This event is free and open to the public, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibition everything was once something else. Talk starts at 7 p.m. More info here.
What A Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem – FA > The Julia Stoschek Foundation has taken over all six floors of the Variety Arts Theater with What A Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem, marking the first U.S. presentation of the renowned collection. The immersive exhibition blurs the boundaries between art and cinema, pairing major video works by artists like Marina Abramović, Doug Aitken, Paul McCarthy, and Wolfgang Tillmans with silent and classic films by pioneers including Alice Guy-Blaché, Georges Méliès, Luis Buñuel, and Walt Disney, turning viewers into active participants in a sensory journey. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to midnight, it’s free to attend—with complimentary popcorn. Runs through March 20. More info here.
Flux: Spring 2026 at The Hammer – FA TP > This Thursday, gather with the creative community at the Hammer Museum for an evening of inventive short films and music videos. The spring showcase features the premiere of an animated series by British cartoonist Chris (Simpsons artist) and a hand-painted Mac Miller music video by Danae Gosset. Other highlights include Najeeb Tarazi’s local comedy The Influencers and an Afrocentric generative AI project from Brazil. The screening includes in-person Q&As with filmmakers like Brother Mouth and Craig Melville, followed by a courtyard after-party with a DJ set by Eno. Admission is free, though tickets are required and distributed at the box office starting at 6:30 p.m. More info here.
Maker Night: Build, Bend, and Snap! -> Explore the experimental side of clay at Craft Contemporary during this hands-on workshop this Thursday inspired by the exhibition Material Curiosity by Design. Led by artists Andres Payan Estrada and Greg Nasca, you’ll learn basic hand-building techniques to create sculptural forms while incorporating nichrome wire—a specialized high-fire wire that can be fired directly into the clay. Whether you are adding structural extensions, hanging elements, or decorative appendages, this session is perfect for curious makers of all levels. Tickets are $12 for the public and free for museum members. Starts at 6 p.m. More info here.
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NHM First Fridays: Life at the City Scale – M > First Fridays: Life at the City Scale
Celebrate 20 years of First Fridays at the Natural History Museum with a night dedicated to urban ecosystems. The evening features a headlining performance by THAO at 9 p.m. and an opening set by Al Menne in the North American Mammal Hall, while Artform’s Collective of Vinyl Selectors spins in the African Mammal Hall. A signature discussion at 6:30 p.m. explores how cities function as complex habitats, featuring experts from NHM and UCLA. Tickets are $30 for the public ($20 for members), with a $75 Silver Package available that includes reserved seating and parking. Runs 6 to 10 p.m. More info here.
First Fridays: MONUMENTS at MOCA Geffen – M FA > Experience the large-scale exhibition MONUMENTS with free admission at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA during their monthly First Friday event. Expect extended evening hours and free Talking Tours at 2 p.m., 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. to provide deeper context on the works. Then From 6 to 8 p.m., enjoy a live set on the plaza by multi-disciplinary music curator and artist Ashley Younniä. While tickets are free, capacity is strictly limited and advance reservations are highly recommended to guarantee entry. More info here.
Noche de Estrellas at AoP -> Dance among the sea stars at the Aquarium of the Pacific for Noche de Estrellas this Friday, an after-hours festival celebrating Latin culture. The night features live music from Sonsoles and the Mariachi Divas, alongside DJ Quinto Sol and Danza Azteca Cultural Ketzaliztli performances. Explore all galleries—including the Shark Lagoon where you can touch sharks—until 11 p.m. General admission is $24.95 (free for members and kids under three), with food and drinks like rock en español-themed cocktails available for purchase. Runs 7 to 11 p.m. More info here.
10th Annual International Women’s Day Dance Festival -> This Friday to Sunday, celebrate a decade of artistry with MashUp Contemporary Dance Company during their three-day citywide festival. The weekend kicks off this Friday at the West Hollywood Library with an International Dance Film Festival hosted by Linda Recessionista, featuring six selected global films and an awards ceremony for local honorees Boróka Nagy and Vanessa Hernández Cruz. Following the screening, the celebration moves to Zinqué for a 9 p.m. kick-off party. The festivities continue through the weekend with live performances at Stomping Ground LA and a full day of classes at The Pickle Factory. Get festival passes and more info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Levain & Montauk General Cookie Milk Matcha. Photo courtesy of Levain Bakery.
Montauk General’s Cookie Milk Matcha at Lavain Bakery -> Levain Bakery teams up with Montauk General for a three-day Cookie Milk Matcha pop-up running March 6 through 8. The limited collab drink blends Montauk General’s signature matcha with “cookie milk” steeped from Levain’s white chocolate macadamia cookies, then tops it with salted sweet cream and cookie crumble. It’s nostalgic in spirit but decidedly extra in execution. The pop-up kicks off Friday, March 6 at Levain Bakery Beverly Hills, continues Saturday, March 7 at Levain Bakery Venice, and wraps Sunday, March 8 at Levain Bakery Larchmont. The drink drops at 10 a.m. each day and pours until sold out. Expect limited-edition merch in the mix too.
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Fitoor Celebrates One Year -> Fitoor Santa Monica marks its one-year anniversary with a weeklong celebration packed with specials and flair. The eclectic Indian Grill and Lounge kicks things off Monday with a special prix-fixe, followed with a Neighborhood Love Night on Tuesday, then turns up the energy with a Belly Dancing Happy Hour on Wednesday and live music on Thursday. Friday brings a Champagne toast for all seated dinner guests plus a live DJ to carry the party into the night. On Saturday, the celebration heads to the sand as Fitoor serves as the premier food vendor at Holi and the Beach in Redondo Beach, one of the largest Holi festivals in the country.
Bar Mauro in Los Angeles -> Bar Mauro, the CDMX cocktail darling ranked No. 14 on North America’s 50 Best Bars, heads to L.A. for a two-night takeover at The Roof at The West Hollywood EDITION on March 5 and 6. From 6 to 9 p.m., guests can post up above the Sunset Strip and sip through an all-new menu crafted by brothers Ricardo and Yayo Nava, who founded the Roma neighborhood bar as a nod to their grandfather Mauro and his love of Italian aperitivo culture. Expect polished, aperitif-driven cocktails with a Mexico City edge, plus the chance to meet the duo behind one of the continent’s most celebrated bars.
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