Jackalope at Central Park in Old Pasadena. Photo by Brian Champlin
Got weekend plans? You do now.
In the queue for this April 24-26 in Los Angeles, you’ll find Arts Party: Forever at The Hammer, Pups & Putts at Ivy Station, Crenshaw Night Market City, Jackalope in Old Pasadena, City of STEM Festival and LA Maker Faire at Expo Park, CicLAvia in West LA, Fiesta Broadway in DTLA, 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
Arts Party: Forever at The Hammer – FA > This Friday, join the Hammer Student Association for Arts Party: Forever, the museum’s massive annual takeover designed exclusively for college students across Southern California. This evening event transforms the Hammer Museum into a dynamic social hub featuring live music, student-led workshops, and late-night gallery access. This year’s theme explores the “continuum of culture,” celebrating the enduring impact of art and community. Starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Poets of Color Open Mic: Catch Our Words Like Stars – FA > Celebrate National Poetry Month at OXY ARTS this Friday with an evening honoring Los Angeles-based femme and trans/non-binary poets of color. Presented by Occidental College’s Intercultural Community Center, this event offers a platform for remarkable artists to share stories of resilience and triumph. The night centers on community expression, inviting everyone to “catch words like stars” in a space dedicated to visibility and creative hope. Starts at 7 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Pups & Putts – M FA > Combine a round of mini-golf with the chance to meet your new best friend at Ivy Station. this Saturday. This family-friendly afternoon features a pop-up 18-hole putt-putt course installed directly on the central lawn. spcaLA will be also on-site with a selection of adoptable dogs looking for “fur-ever” homes. Runs 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
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Baby Goat Yoga at the Gamble House -> Experience a lighthearted morning of Back to the Future nostalgia and animal therapy at the historic Gamble House this Saturday morning, hosted by Hello Critter Yoga. This all-levels session takes place on the rear lawn of the iconic Greene & Greene craftsman estate. Guided by certified instructor and Gamble House docent Tina Lenert, the class offers a unique way to strengthen your core and test your balance while interacting with social, adventurous, and adorable baby goats. Starts at 9 a.m. Tickets are $49.87. More info here.
Langston Hughes Zine Workshop at CAAM – M FA > Delve into the literary legacy of Langston Hughes at the California African American Museum this Saturday during a hands-on zine-making session. This workshop is inspired by the exhibition A New Song: Langston Hughes in the West, which explores the poet’s time in California and his radical social vision. Facilitated by Able ARTS Work, a nonprofit dedicated to providing creative opportunities for people of all abilities, the event invites you to translate Hughes’ themes of identity and community into your own self-published work. Workshop starts at 2 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Crenshaw Night Market & Movie Night – M FA > Get ready for a full community takeover in Leimert Park Saturday with the return of the Crenshaw Night Market. This outdoor celebration highlights the heart of the neighborhood by showcasing local vendors, creators, and small businesses in a high-energy, family-friendly environment. Runs 4 to 10 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair – M FA > Jackalope is back this Saturday and Sunday, bringing its artisan marketplace to Central Park in Old Pasadena for a two-day event showcasing over 200 local vendors selling indie goods, clothing, jewelry, home decor, housewares, art, photography, and food. Plus there will be family activities and live music. Outdoors. All-ages. Free to attend. Runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Get more info here.
Brewery ArtWalk – FA > Explore the world’s largest art complex during the Brewery Artwalk, a premier twice-annual open studio event returning for spring this Saturday and Sunday.. This event offers a rare opportunity to step inside the private workspaces of over 100 resident artists across a sprawling 16-acre campus. Visitors can discover new works, engage in direct conversations with creators about their processes, and purchase original fine art, jewelry, and multi-media pieces straight from the source. Runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Free to attend. More info here.
City of STEM Festival and LA Maker Faire – M FA TP > On Sunday, the City of STEM and Los Angeles Maker Faire return to Exposition with a massive outdoor celebration of science and creativity. Expect 200+ exhibitors from across California, hands-on activities, surprising experiments, unexpected demonstrations, and workshops designed to spark curiosity at every age. New additions this year include immersive experiences like live-action role play, Rubik’s Cube challenges, and mini RC lowriders driving the boulevard—plus live music, food trucks, and celebrity guest appearances. This bilingual event is FREE for all to attend and runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Get all the details here.
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Cinco de Mayo Family Day at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes – M FA > This Sunday, explore California’s connection to the Battle of Puebla through performances, music, hands-on workshops, and more. Free to attend. Programming starts at noon. More info here.
CicLAvia-West LA – M FA > L.A.’s biggest and longest running open streets initiative heads to West LA this Sunday with a car-free course connecting Westwood to Santa Monica. Expect multiple activity hubs plus plenty of room to walk/skate/run/pedal to your heart’s content. Runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Skirball Puppet Festival > Spend the day with friendly monsters and eclectic creatures at the annual Skirball Puppet Festival this Sunday. Expect puppets in all shapes and sizes, live music, and a chance to design your own. Tickets cost $23 per adult and $16 per child 2-17. Runs noon to 5 p.m. More info here.
Fiesta Broadway – M FA > Three blocks of Broadway (between 1st and 4th) come alive for the largests Cinco de Mayo celebration in America featuring multiple concert stages, vendor booths, games, sports activities and a play area for kids. Runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Atsuko’s Big Holy Basil Chicken Bowl. Photo courtesy of Holy Basil.
Holy Basil x Atsuko Okatsuka (Now through May 6) -> Holy Basil is teaming up with comedian Atsuko Okatsuka ahead of the Netflix Is A Joke comedy festival for a limited-time dish and ticket giveaway. Now through May 6, order Atsuko’s Big Holy Basil Chicken Bowl at the Santa Monica or Atwater locations during lunch for a chance to win tickets to her sold-out May 9 show at The Orpheum Theatre. The bowl is a Jok Khao Maan Gai made with Hainanese chicken, Thai chicken stock rice porridge, and garlic chips for $18.50. Available for dine-in and takeout at lunch only. More info here.
Harold & Belle’s Annual Crawfish Boil (April 25) -> Harold & Belle’s beloved Crawfish Boil returns to the Creole Courtyard for an afternoon of Louisiana tradition. Fresh hot crawfish ($35 per order) come with all the fixings, paired with beer from Crowns & Hops. Additional à la carte options include gumbo, jambalaya, fried catfish, and beignets. A live DJ keeps the energy going all afternoon. More info here.
Burger Night Returns at Yang’s Kitchen (Sundays) -> After a year-long hiatus, Yang’s Kitchen brings back its cult favorite Yang Burger for a limited Sunday run alongside the regular dinner menu. The burger stacks a pasture-raised wagyu patty, Widmer brick cheese, garlic aioli, caramelized onions, slow-roasted tomato sauce, mushroom, and pickled cucumbers on a Bub and Grandma’s sesame bun. Quantities are limited, dine-in only, and zero modifications allowed. More info here.
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