MLK Memorial overlooking DTLA at Kenneth Hahn Park. Photo by Brian Champli

Who needs a few ideas for your Saturday in SoCal?

On deck for today in L.A. you’ll find a nighttime activation at USC Pacific Asia Museum, a Fowler Museum pop-up event at the Kuruvungna Village Springs, a free MLK concert at the Skirball, 38th Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade in Long Beach, a Community Day at the Cottonwood Urban Farm, and more.

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Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday

M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission

USC Pacific Asia Museum Presents Night Parade: Yokai Unleashed – M > This Saturday, step into the world of Japanese folklore as the USC Pacific Asia Museum hosts an evening dedicated to the supernatural yokai. The event features a deep-dive panel discussion with experts from UC Davis and USC, exploring how these mythical creatures have transitioned from ancient legends to modern pop culture icons. Guests will also get an exclusive early look at the museum’s upcoming exhibition, Mythical Creatures: The Stories We Carry. The night rounds out with a costume contest, themed music, and Japanese-inspired treats. Admission is $15 and includes museum entry and parking (free for USC students and museum members). Starts at 6 p.m. More info here.

Fowler in the City: Kuruvungna Village Springs – FA > Explore the deep Indigenous history of Los Angeles this Saturday with a guided visit to the Kuruvungna Village Springs in West L.A. This sacred site, stewarded by the Gabrielino-Tongva Springs Foundation, serves as the backdrop for a conversation and ethnobotany tour led by Kimberly Morales Johnson and Samantha Morales Johnson Yang. You’ll walk through medicinal gardens, learn about the ecological significance of the natural springs, and gain insight into traditional Tongva healing practices and land stewardship. The program is free to attend, though an RSVP is required to secure your spot for the two-hour tour. It’s a rare chance to engage with living history at one of the city’s most significant ancestral village sites. Runs 1 to 3 p.m. More info here.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Concert at the Skirball – FA > Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a powerful performance by the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles (ICYOLA) this Saturday at the Skirball Cultural Center. As the largest Black-majority orchestra in the country, ICYOLA brings over 100 young musicians and choir singers to the stage for a stirring tribute to the Civil Rights Movement. The concert is completely free to the public, though reservations are required to secure a seat in Herscher Hall. Doors open at 7 p.m. for a 7:30 p.m. Parking at the Skirball is free for this event. More info here.

Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today

The 38th Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and Celebration will begin on Saturday with 10 a.m. parade kickoff at the intersection of Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue and Anaheim Street.

The Santa Monica Symphony and Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles commemorate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this Saturday with a free concert at Barnum Hall performing symphonies and songs such as Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing to We Shall Overcome.

Head to Panorama City this Saturday for a morning of neighborhood connection at Cottonwood Urban Farm. Co-hosted by Behind the Beet and Juntas Social Club, this free event transforms the farm into a vibrant local hub with a community clothing swap, wellness market, and a dedicated “kids’ corner” featuring nature crafts.

After its previous location perished in the 2025 Palisades fire, Bruce Lurie Gallery celebrates its grand reopening in Santa Monica with Lorenzo Marini’s solo exhibition, Typeland, which features 15 large-scale paintings and the immersive “Raintype” installation. Opening is 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday.

On Saturday at 11 a.m., recharge your body and mind this Saturday at the California African American Museum for a 60-minute meditative yoga flow. Led by instructor Constance Hartwell, this indoor session is designed for all levels—no prior yoga experience required.

DTLB Live is a free monthly series that offers live music, local craft vendors, and family-friendly activities to the Downtown Long Beach Promenade every third Saturday.

Foodzilla Fest pops up outside San Fernando City Hall this Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m.

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