Locals’ Night at The Santa Monica Pier. Photo via the Santa Monica Pier
Scorching hot temps continue this week in Los Angeles, but thankfully we’ve got some fun to-dos to distract from the swelter.
From March 16-20 in L.A., you’ll find the Tam O’Shanter St. Patty’s Day Bash, Dungeons & Shakespeare, Keeping Score at BroadStage, Date My Friend at Permanent Records Roadhouse, an Innovation Social at the The Music Center, 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
St. Patrick’s Day Festivities at The Original Farmers Market (March 17) – FA > The annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration at The Original Farmers Market on Tuesday offers an afternoon event featuring Irish fare from select vendors including Magee’s Kitchen, who will be serving their world famous corned beef, cabbage and potato plate all day long. You can also enjoy drink specials like imported Irish beer and strolling Bagpiper performances. Runs 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. More info here.
Tam O’Shanter St. Patty’s Day Bash -> Tam O’Shanter’s annual St. Patty’s Day returns Tuesday with an epic day that includes Irish food, live bands, kegs, green beer, special giveaways and more. Guests without a lunch or dinner reservation inside may join the party with a $10 cover charge. Walk-in space will be limited, and advance tickets are available via OpenTable. Fun kicks off at 11 a.m. More info here.
St. Patrick’s Day Parking Lot Party at The Cat & Fiddle -> Celebrate over four decades of tradition at The Cat & Fiddle with a St. Patrick’s Day bash this Tuesday. Starting at noon, this all-day parking-lot party is part of the Re:Her Women’s History Month Festival and features a full spread of Irish-inspired fare, including traditional corned beef and cabbage, Guinness chocolate cake, and roasted cauliflower for vegetarians. The festivities include drink specials on Guinness and Harp from 4 to 6 p.m., culminating in a live burlesque performance by Miss Marquez at 8 p.m. More info here.
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Dungeons & Shakespeare – M > Worlds of high drama and high fantasy collide at Dynasty Typewriter this Wednesday, when Dungeons & Shakespeare comes to the stage. In this unscripted, high-stakes adventure, the narrative is determined by audience choices and the literal roll of giant dice on stage. Whether Hamlet survives a beholder or Lady Macbeth outwits a dragon depends entirely on chance and the “players” in the room. Tickets are $15 plus fees. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show typically starting at 7 p.m. More info here.
Gorillaz House of Kong Exhibition – > Following its acclaimed London debut, Gorillaz have brought 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.
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.
All Space Considered – March 2026 – FA > On Thursday, join the Griffith Observatory curatorial staff at the Leonard Nimoy Event Horizon Theater for their monthly deep dive into the latest astronomical discoveries. This month’s headlines include discussions on Jovian moon aurorae, solar flare predictions, and a disappearing star in M31. The program features guest speaker Dr. Solène Antoine, a geoscientist from NASA JPL and Caltech, who will present “Measuring Earthquakes from Space.” Admission is free. Starts at 7 p.m., but you’ll want to arrive early to snag a seat. More info here.
Locals’ Night at the Pier: Hip-Hop Night – FA > The Santa Monica Pier’s Locals’ Night series turns up the volume this month with a high-energy celebration of L.A. hip-hop culture on Thursday. This free, all-ages takeover features everything from a classic car show to “hip-hop puppets” and live mural painting, all set against a backdrop of the Pacific Ocean. The main stage, curated by Top to Bottom LA, will host a deep lineup of independent legends including Visionaries, The Mighty Giants, and Matre & LA Jae. Programming runs 3:30 to 10 p.m. More info here.
Keeping Score at BroadStage -> This March Thursday to Sunday, Santa Monica-born choreographer Jacob Jonas makes his long-awaited BroadStage debut with a trilogy of autobiographic work exploring the nature of healing. Keeping Score features three unique works which will be presented over three days as part of an immersive, full-bodied dance experience. Tickets start at $35 for individual performances. More info here.
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WORDTheatre presents The Ocean: Our Liquid Universe -> This Thursday, experience a star-studded, one-night-only celebration of the sea at the historic Saban Theatre. This original WORDTheatre production, directed by Cedering Fox, features an ensemble of 33 actors, musicians, and special guests—headlined by Lily Tomlin and Sharon Stone. The performance weaves together music, poetry, scientific wonders, and myths to explore the ocean’s profound influence on human history. The event also includes a silent auction and a VIP afterparty for select ticket holders. Proceeds support ocean advocacy through initiatives like Ocean Rising and the Schmidt Ocean Institute. Performances start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $30. More info here.
Date My Friend -> Photographer Britt O’Brien and producer Petro AP bring Date My Friend to Permanent Records Road House this Thursday.. Ditching the digital fatigue of dating apps, this “analog” matchmaking experience features people hopping on stage to pitch their single friends to the audience, wedding-speech style. Whether you’re there to find a connection or simply to celebrate the “personhood” of your friends, the night fosters a community-driven atmosphere that focuses on real-life vulnerability and storytelling. Show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door based on availability. More info here.
Innovation Social: Explore L.A.’s Art + Tech – M FA TP > Immerse yourself in the intersection of creativity and cutting-edge technology at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion with the latest edition of the The Music Center’s Innovation Social this Friday. This evening features interactive installations and digital works from Los Angeles’ leading technologists and culture-makers. Highlights include Social Software, an exploration of software’s role in culture by Lauren Lee McCarthy and Casey Reas, and Gracias Por Tu Viaje, an interactive digital forest by Daniel Sol Villanueva that responds to your body’s movements. You can also experience augmented reality storytelling with We, The City and expanded cinema installations by Kordae Jatafa Henry. Admission is free with an RSVP. Runs from 6 to 9 p.m. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
A Picoteo spread at Telefèric Barcelona’s El Merkat in Brentwood. Photo courtesy of Telefèric Barcelona.
Charcuterie & Wine at Telefèric Barcelona (Daily) -> Telefèric Barcelona’s Brentwood location brings the Spanish tradition of Picoteo to life at El Merkat, a relaxed, grazing-style experience built around curated charcuterie and cheese. Think Jamón Ibérico de Bellota, Chorizo, aged Manchego, and creamy Idiazábal, paired with Spanish wine flights, craft cocktails, or a classic vermouth. Stay for the full spread and carry the evening into the dining room with signature tapas and paellas. More info here.
St. Patrick’s Day at 33 Taps (Through March 17) -> 33 Taps is going green for St. Patrick’s Day with $7 green beers on tap, $7 Jameson shots, and a combo of both for $10 available at all locations through Tuesday. On the day itself, play “Find the Leprechaun” for a chance to win a pot of gold, aka a 33 Taps gift card.
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Bar Next Door ( March 17) -> The Sunset Strip’s Bar Next Door keeps St. Patrick’s Day simple: $10 shots and $14 cocktails with Teeling Irish Whiskey, all night long. More info here.
A St. Patrick’s Day Menu at Cavatina ( March 17) -> The Sunset Marquis‘ in-house restaurant Cavatina goes all in on St. Patrick’s Day with a special menu of Irish-inspired bites. Start with scotch eggs before working your way through Guinness braised short rib sliders, Irish beer battered fish tacos, and whiskey glazed pork belly. More info here.
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