The Venice sign on Pacific Ave & Windward Ave. Photo by Christina Champlin.
What’s on the way for this sizzling weekend in SoCal? Have a look…
On tap this March 20-22 in Los Angeles, you’ll find an Innovation Social at the Music Center, Venice Love Fest 2026, Vinylcon in DTLA, Goats & Totes at Ivy Station, Ebell + LA Festival: Powered by Women, World Asado Day at Fuegos, the 2026 San Gabriel Lantern Festival, and more.
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Things To Do This Weekend
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
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.
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.
Honoring Fire Kinship at the Fowler – FA > Commemorate the closing weeks of Fire Kinship: Southern California Native Ecology and Art at the Fowler Museum at UCLA this Saturday with a special evening gathering honoring the deep connections between indigenous fire practitioners, artists, and the land. The program opens with traditional song and music by Lazaro Arvizu Jr., followed by reflections from California Indian community members. It is a dedicated time for the public to reconnect with the exhibition’s teachings on healing and ecological stewardship before it concludes its run. Program runs 6 to 9 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Venice Love Fest 2026 – FA > On Saturday, head to the westside for a joyous community celebration in Venice Beach as the streets surrounding the iconic Venice Sign close for a massive pedestrian-only festival. This free, dog-friendly event features multiple live music stages, fitness and wellness classes to kick off the morning, and a dedicated Kids & Family stage. Attendees can browse art installations, shop from curated local makers, and enjoy bites from top LA food trucks or the VIP Beer Garden. Admission is free with an RSVP. Main hub is at 80 Windward Ave. Runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. More info here.
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2026 San Gabriel Lantern Festival – FA > The 2026 San Gabriel Lantern Festival brings a dazzling display of lights and culture to the Mission District this Saturday and Sunday. Expect an array of grand lantern installations, food stalls, and local shopping vendors, all paired with live performances throughout the weekend. Runs , 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Free to attend. More info here.
Vinylcon – M > Vinylcon’s traveling celebration of collecting culture pops up at the California Market Center this Saturday and Sunday. This 2026 event is set to be the largest to date, featuring over 100 local and international dealers offering thousands of rare pressings, vintage collectibles, and dollar-bin finds. Beyond the records, enjoy a live soundtrack curated by Skeme Richards, with headlining sets by The Gaslamp Killer and DJ Nu-Mark, plus a full bar, food trucks, and sponsor giveaways. Starts at noon on Saturday, and 10 a.m. on Sunday. Tickets start at $8.75. More info here.
LA Phil Presents: Vertigo in Concert – M > Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo hits differently when Bernard Herrmann’s harrowing score is performed live. The Los Angeles Philharmonic, conducted by Sarah Hicks, brings the iconic psychological thriller to life at Walt Disney Concert Hall with the film on the big screen, and the orchestra in full force. Standard tickets start at $99. More info here.
Goats & Totes at Ivy Station – M FA > This Saturday, get some “goat love” at Ivy Station as Party Goats LA visits for a morning of petting, photos, and creativity. All ages are invited to meet the goats and receive a free, customizable commemorative tote bag upon checking in at the Ivy Station tent, available while supplies last. Participation is handled on a first-come, first-served basis, and admission is free with an RSVP. The station’s garage offers free parking for event guests, and the plaza is easily accessible via the Metro E Line. Event runs 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. More info here.
Self Care: Yoga at CAAM – M FA > On Saturday, head to the California African American Museum for a restorative 60-minute flow led by yoga and meditation teacher Constance Hartwell. Designed for all levels, this monthly indoor session requires no previous experience. Afterward, feel free to explore the museum’s current exhibitions. Just make sure to bring your own yoga mat. The flow runs from 11 a.m. to noon. Free to attend. More info here.
World Asado Day at Fuegos -> Fuegos LA transforms into a sanctuary of smoke and flame this Sunday in honor of World Asado Day. Teaming up with the Argentine Beef Promotion Institute, the event brings together a powerhouse lineup: father-and-son duo Pablo and Juan Pablo Gimenez Melo, world-traveling chef and sommelier Pablo Ranea, and Fuegos’ own Max and Fede holding down the soul of the event with music and community energy. For $50 per person, guests embark on a five-course journey of premium Argentine beef prepared live over the parrilla, each cut paired with a beverage to match. Two seatings available: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. More info here.
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Ebell + LA Festival: Powered by Women – FA > The Ebell of Los Angeles is hosting a special one-day festival this Sunday, coinciding with Women’s History Month and featuring a packed lineup of live performances including the Leigh Purtell Dance Theatre, VOX Femina, and the Bob Baker Marionette Theater. Attendees can browse the “Framing The Future” juried art show, shop a vintage clothing marketplace from Passage de West Adams, and participate in live screen printing with Self Help Graphics. The event also offers a self-guided film tour of the campus, showcasing its history as a premier Los Angeles filming location. Programming runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Family Flicks: Inside Out – FA > Enjoy a special screening of the Pixar classic Inside Out at the Hammer Museum this Sunday with the latest edition of Family Flicks, co-presented by the UCLA Film & Television Archive. The film follows young Riley as she navigates the emotional challenges of moving to a new city, guided (and sometimes misguided) by her personified emotions: Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness. Screening starts at 11 a.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Bonzai & Beer– M > This Sunday, Angel City Brewery hosts a hands-on workshop led by bonsai sensei Al Rivera. This small-group session focuses on the art of styling a Tiger Bark Ficus, a hardy species known for its beautiful speckled bark and beginner-friendly nature. You will learn the fundamental techniques of trimming, shaping, and wiring to guide branch structure, alongside essential long-term care tips for watering and light. Each participant leaves with their own styled, one-foot-tall bonsai planted in a 6-inch ceramic pot. Ticket are $160 all-in, and you can bring a partner to attend (but you’ll share on tree). Starts at noon. More info here.
Sunday Scaries at the Elysian -> This Sunday, face the end of the weekend with a dose of supernatural humor in the Vault at the Elysian Theater Elysian with Sunday Scaries. This monthly horror-comedy showcase features three brand-new, original tales performed by a lineup of local comedians. For March, catch a “Queer Horror Edition) featuring Ashley Ray, Charlie James, and Sam Walt Jones. Starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 if you purchase in advance. More info here.
NHM Butterfly Pavilion – M > Beginning this Sunday, the Butterfly Pavilion at Natural History Museum of Los Angeles returns offering guests the chance to admire hundreds of butterflies, native plants, and caterpillars all in one place. Tickets to the Pavilion are $10, which is on top of regular museum admission (starting at $18 per adult). Runs through August 26, 2025. More info here.
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Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
The chocolate croissant at Artisanal Goods by CAR. Photo credit Artisanal Goods by CAR Instagram.
$5 Chocolate Croissants at Artisanal Goods by CAR (March 21) -> Pasadena’s most talked-about bakery is turning five and celebrating the only way that makes sense, with nearly 2,000 chocolate croissants at $5 a pop. Artisanal Goods by CAR started in 2019 as a small bean-to-bar chocolate company before going viral in 2023 when Eater crowned it home to “LA’s Ultimate Chocolate Croissant.” The 55-layer pastry has sold out daily ever since. Stop by this Saturday for the discounted croissants plus limited-edition merch. More info here.
Yama Sushi “From Our Block to Your Bowl” Collaborations (March 20–22 & March 27) -> Koreatown’s Yama Sushi Marketplace is celebrating LA dining culture with a two-part collaboration series. First up, Yama teams with James Beard Award-winning Oaxacan institution Guelaguetza on a chicken katsu Oaxacan mole rojo bowl for just $8.95, available March 20–22 with a free sampling event on Friday from 2 to 4 p.m. The following week, Yama joins Open Market for a Honolulu-inspired bowl combining savory lechon pork with fresh ahi tuna and rice, available at Open Market in Koreatown on March 27.
National Ravioli Day at Bianca Sicilian Trattoria (March 20) -> In celebration of National Ravioli Day on Friday, Bianca Sicilian Trattoria in the Downtown Arts District is introducing a new pasta special showcasing the flavors of Sicily. Chef Michele Galifi has hand crafted a Lemon Ricotta Ravioli filled with creamy ricotta and fresh lemon zest, served over a pea purée and finished with crispy hot soppressata. The dish strikes a perfect balance of richness, freshness, and spice—highlighting Bianca’s commitment to handmade pasta and bold Sicilian flavors.
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