Wildflowers overlooking downtown Los Angeles. Photo by Brian Champlin / We Like L.A.
The Dodgers quest for a three-peat is underway, Cole’s is closing forever, and the weekend is almost here. Let’s see about finding you some to-dos.
On deck this March 27-29 in Los Angeles you’ll find a Sci-Fi Book Festival for kids, the Found Footage Festival at Bob Baker, the California Botanic Garden Native Plant Festival, The Torrance Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival, a Vegan Street Fair in NoHo, 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
Octavia E. Butler Library Science Fiction Festival – FA > This Friday, celebrate the visionary legacy of Pasadena’s own Octavia E. Butler at this annual festival designed to inspire the next generation of “what if” thinkers. Aimed at students ages 8–15, the event features hands-on workshops and demos, crafts and art, a book fair, and food for purchase. Winners of the 2025–2026 Science Fiction Contest will also be announced during the festivities. It all happens from 3 to 6 p.m. More info here.
33rd Annual Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival -> This Thursday to Sunday, the longest-running solo festival for women in Los Angeles returns with the theme “The Strength We Carry.” Celebrating 33 years, this multicultural event showcases extraordinary solo performers from around the globe through six distinct programs. The festival kicks off with a catered Champagne GALA in Hollywood before moving to North Hollywood for a weekend of multidisciplinary performances spanning dance, opera, puppetry, and storytelling. Tickets for individual performances start at $30. Get more info here.
Robot Karaoke -> This Friday, experience “karaoke on impossible mode” at The Elysian Theater’s Skunk Room with another edition of Robot Karaoke. Using “The Weird Algorithm,” the show replaces standard lyrics with bizarre texts—like Yelp reviews of psychics or Craigslist ads—matched syllable-for-syllable to the original tune. Audience volunteers and local comedians attempt to sing these never-before-heard mashups live on the spot. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door, but remember that seating is first-come, first-served. Starts at 8 p.m. More info here.
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Jim Henson: Experiments in Visual Thinking -> Explore the avant-garde roots of a creative icon at the Philosophical Research Society this Friday and Saturday with the world-premiere program Jim Henson: Experiments in Visual Thinking. Curated in cooperation with The Jim Henson Legacy, the experience moves beyond the Muppets to showcase Henson’s formally inventive and philosophically probing early films. The screening features a rare presentation of his surreal 1969 television drama The Cube in its entirety, alongside the Oscar-nominated short Time Piece. These works reveal Henson as a daring experimentalist obsessed with themes of time, perception, and the nature of consciousness. Both evenings starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10. More info here.
Bergamot Comedy Fest – M > Discover the next generation of comedic talent at the Bergamot Comedy Fest, a mission-driven festival hosted at The Crow in Santa Monica. This five-day event (ends this Saturday) offers nightly showcases, plus free educational panels for the community to learn about the “show” side of show business. Get tickets and more information here.
Found Footage Festival: The All-Puppet Show – > Joe Pickett (The Onion) and Nick Prueher (Late Show) are pulling the strings — literally — on a live guided tour through their collection of found puppet videos on VHS. Expect deep cuts like “Ventriloquism for Fun and Profit” and a trove of Christian puppet tapes from the ’80s, plus special puppeteer guests and a performance by the iconic Bob Baker Marionettes. It’s going to be weird, wonderful, and not to be missed. It all takes place this Saturday beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $28. More info here.
Torrance Art Museum Spring Opening – FA > The Torrance Art Museum is hosting an opening reception this Saturday to debut their spring exhibitions. On view in the Main Gallery you’ll find a traveling exhibition that highlights over 60 years of work from illustrator Ralph Steadman (best known for his long collaboration with Hunter S. Thompson), plus an exhibition of paintings by Ian Larson in Gallery Two. Opening night runs from 6 to 9 p.m., and it’s free to attend. More info here.
California Botanic Garden Native Plant Festival – TP > This Saturday, celebrate California’s rich biodiversity at the California Botanic Garden during this expansive, family-friendly festival. This event brings together dozens of regional nonprofits, conservation agencies, and native landscapers to provide insights into drought-tolerant gardening and wildland restoration. Attendees can participate in behind-the-scenes tours of the production nursery and herbarium, attend workshops on gardening for wildlife, and shop at a nature-themed artisan market. Live musical performances curated by Living Earth and a variety of food trucks, including Word of Mouth and Crepes Bonaparte, will be available throughout the day. Festival runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free, but a $5 donation is kindly suggested. More info here.
Chumash Day Native American Powwow -> This Saturday and Sunday, the City of Malibu celebrates the 25th Annual Chumash Day Powwow and Intertribal Gathering at Malibu Bluffs Park. The free two-day event honors the Chumash people, Malibu’s original residents, through tribal ceremonies, dances, special performances, Native American artisan vendors, and food trucks. Open to all. More info here.
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Vegan Street Fair -> This Saturday and Sunday, North Hollywood’s beloved open-air Vegan Street Fair returns for a two-day celebration of all things plant-based. Dozens of local vegan restaurants and vendors descend on one block to serve up bite-sized portions for $5 or less. Paired with the eats you’ll find live music, artisan booths, and creative culinary pop-ups round out the experience. Runs 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. More info here.
The Torrance Cherry Blossom Cultural Festival – FA > On Sunday, Columbia Park in Torrance is the perfect place to enjoy cherry blossom season. Torrance’s free annual event will include live performances, a variety of crafts by local artisans, food trucks, and local cuisine all centered around the blooming cherry blossom. Runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More info here.
Coffee & Clay Sunday FUNday – FA > Experience a unique fusion of specialty caffeine and ceramic arts at Claytivity Burbank. Co-hosted by Zomu Coffee, this “Sunday FUNday” features a curated menu of specialty coffee, matcha, and hojicha, alongside a showcase of featured ceramic artists. The atmosphere is set by a live, recorded DJ set from Zen Zaddy (playing until 2 p.m.), providing the perfect soundtrack for a hands-on wheel throwing demonstration. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. More info here.
Delirium Musicum at BroadStage -> Bring a little rhythm to your Sunday morning with the “ferocious and rhythmically mesmerizing” sounds of Delirium Musicum, the self-conducted, Los Angeles-based chamber orchestra returning to the BroadStage. Known for their electrifying 21st-century interpretations, the ensemble bridges the gap between Baroque masterpieces and contemporary compositions. This 60-minute, no-intermission performance offers an “out-of-the-box” approach to classical music, showcasing the next wave of world-class musicians in an intimate setting. Performance beings at 11 a.m. Tickets are $55. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Caro Mio Pizza Ricardo Zarate collaboration flyer. Photo credit Caro Mio Instagram.
A Peruvian Pizza Party (March 28) -> LA pizza pop-up Caro Mio Pizza teams up with Chef Ricardo Zarate of Hummingbird for a one-night Peruvian-inspired pizza party at Silver Lake’s Maury’s Bagels. The menu leans adventurous, think Lomo Saltado pizza and a scallop and shrimp ceviche pizza, with a few classic Caro Mio options for the less daring. Kicks off at 6 p.m., first come first served.
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Cole’s French Dip Closing Party (March 28-29 ) -> After 118 years, Cole’s French Dip is closing its doors and it’s going out with one last party. This Saturday and Sunday, an all-star lineup of LA restaurants takes over the kitchen to craft their own versions of the iconic sandwich and sides. Participating spots include Jitlada, Father’s Office, Little Fatty, Bay Cities, Guelaguetza, and Found Oyster. The first 59 dips sold each day come with complimentary See’s Candy, and a portion of proceeds benefits the Independent Hospitality Coalition in support of independent restaurant operators. A proper send-off for a true LA legend. More info here.
LOQUI Grand Opening (March 27) -> LOQUI brings its elevated street food to La Brea and 2nd this Friday, serving up signature tacos, bowls, and Northern Mexico-style flour tortillas alongside Mexican craft beers and agave-wine cocktails (coming soon). To celebrate opening weekend, the first 25 guests each day Friday through Sunday score free tacos.
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