Chinatown Central Plaza. Photo by Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
Need a Saturday to-do plan? We’ve got you covered.
On deck for today in L.A. you’ll find the 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade, Mardi Gras at Benny Boy, a Lunar New Year celebration in Santa Monica, Drunk Black History at The Elysian, 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
127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade – M FA > The vibrant centerpiece of Chinatown’s Lunar New Year celebration is the 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade, which winds through the heart of the neighborhood this Saturday. This historic procession features spectacular lion and dragon dancers, marching bands, cultural troupes, and elaborate floats traveling north on Hill Street and south along Broadway. Streets begin closing at 10 a.m. and the main event runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. More info here.
Mardi Gras at Benny Boy – FA > Experience a slice of New Orleans in Lincoln Heights at Benny Boy Brewing this Saturday. Expect a five-piece live jazz band, king cake, and a crawfish boil by Crawdaddy Boiler. And don’t miss the 2 p.m. puppy parade where pets compete for the best float. The event also features Zef BBQ and plenty of beads and feathers in the beer garden. Free admission. 21+. More info here.
Samy’s Sonic Immersion Audio Event – FA > This Saturday, explore cutting-edge audio gear and signal processing at Samy’s Camera’s flagship Fairfax location. This hands-on showcase allows content creators and sound engineers to test an array of microphones and monitoring systems from industry giants like Shure, DJI, Tascam, and Zoom. Specialized workshops run throughout the afternoon, including a deep dive into wireless microphone benefits and mobile content creation setups. Plus: fuel your networking with a complimentary on-site espresso bar. Runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More info here.
Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today
Join Steep LA for a curated celebration of food, tea, and community at Chinatown’s Mandarin Plaza. This festive marketplace gathers local AAPI vendors and artisans to ring in the Year of the Horse.
The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History series returns to Los Angeles this Saturday night at The Elysian Theater. Tickets are $20 plus fees.
Continuing this Saturday and Sunday, the Julia Stoschek Foundation takes 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. FA
Marianne’s, the premium pantry brand that offers 100% pure, seed oil–free Avocado Oil and Beef Tallow, hosts a live demo at Our Place in Venice on Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m.
Santa Monica Place kicks off the Year of the Horse this Saturday with a free Lunar New Year celebration. Guests can watch lion dances, enjoy live music, Chinese dough art, and calligraphy, while kids get creative in the craft area. Happening from 2 to 5 p.m.
Ring in the Year of the Horse at Broxton Plaza this Saturday for a festive afternoon in the heart of Westwood.
On Saturday and Sunday, celebrate the Year Of The Horse in and around The Huntington’s gorgeous Chinese Garden.
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