{"id":117770,"date":"2026-01-02T20:15:12","date_gmt":"2026-01-02T20:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/117770\/"},"modified":"2026-01-02T20:15:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T20:15:12","slug":"your-guide-to-january-2026-in-los-angeles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/117770\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Guide to January 2026 in Los Angeles"},"content":{"rendered":"

L.A. Art Show, Golden Globes, a Selena Quintanilla exhibition and more come to town this month<\/p>\n

January brings the fun with film festivals, awards\u00a0ceremonies\u00a0and inspiring performances.<\/p>\n

Parade\u00a0<\/p>\n

Tournament\u00a0of Roses\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"(Photo\"(PhotoCredit: Photo by Frederick M. Brown\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Jan. 1\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Pasadena rings in the new year with its 137th Rose Parade, vibrant with floral-decorated floats, spirited marching bands and grand equestrian units. The 112th Rose Bowl game follows featuring the No. 1-ranked Indiana Hoosiers.\u00a0tournamentofroses.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Movies\u00a0<\/p>\n

Palm Springs Film Festival\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\"PSIFF\"PSIFFBrie Larson accepts the Breakthrough Performance Award in 2016 for her performance in Room.Credit: Palm Springs International Film Festival<\/p>\n

Jan. 2-12\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

With a starry awards ceremony set for Jan. 3, the Palm Springs International Film Society\u2019s annual festival\u00a0showcases\u00a0film screenings,\u00a0panels\u00a0and events during the first week of the year. Ethan Hawke is set to receive a career achievement award.\u00a0psfilmfest.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Awards\u00a0<\/p>\n

Critics\u00a0Choice Awards\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Chelsea\"ChelseaChelsea Handler at the Wellmont Theater in New Jersey.Credit: Jocelyn Prescod\/Netflix<\/p>\n

Jan. 4\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Chelsea Handler hosts the annual ceremony honoring the best of TV and film, airing live on E! and\u00a0USA\u00a0Network.\u00a0criticschoice.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Theater\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Notebook\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Pantages\"PantagesCredit: Rudolphous via Wikimedia Commons<\/p>\n

Jan. 6-25\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Nicholas Sparks\u2019 beloved romance about star-crossed lovers Allie and Noah comes to life on the Pantages Theatre stage.\u00a0broadwayinhollywood.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Art\u00a0<\/p>\n

L.A. Art Show\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"Sylvester Stallone Male Pattern Badness, 1991 Oil on canvas 72 x 96 in jpegCredit: Courtesy L.A. Art Show<\/p>\n

Jan. 7-11\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The city\u2019s longest-running independent art fair takes over the Los Angeles Convention Center West Hall with over 100 exhibitors, including local galleries, international\u00a0presenters\u00a0and a solo exhibition of Sylvester Stallone\u2019s abstract canvases. A\u00a0portion\u00a0of ticket proceeds\u00a0benefits\u00a0the American Heart Association.\u00a0laartshow.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

TV\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Pitt\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"Dr. Robby and his three prot\u00e9g\u00e9 receive three ambulances in the bay. Credit: Warrick Page\/HBOMAX<\/p>\n

Jan. 8\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fresh off earning five Emmy Awards, The Pitt is back for its sophomore season with Dr. Michael \u201cRobby\u201d\u00a0Robinavitch\u00a0(Noah Wyle) and team taking on\u00a0Fourth\u00a0of July weekend at their Pittsburgh\u00a0hospital.\u00a0hbo.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Wellness\u00a0<\/p>\n

Los Angeles Fitness Expo\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Fit\"FitCredit: Courtesy L.A. Fitness Expo<\/p>\n

Jan. 10-11\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Break a sweat at the Los Angeles Convention Center when The Fit Expo rolls into town with fitness influencers, athletic competition, cooking demos, wellness\u00a0presentations\u00a0and plenty of group workouts.\u00a0thefitexpo.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Awards\u00a0<\/p>\n

Golden Globes\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"83rd\"83rd83rd Annual Golden Globes\u00ae Nominations Media Preview Day on Dec. 8 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Credit: Matthew Taplinger\/CBS<\/p>\n

Jan. 11\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Comedian Nikki Glaser returns as host of the annual awards show at The Beverly Hilton, celebrating excellence in film and TV and featuring a new category for best podcast.\u00a0goldenglobes.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Culture\u00a0<\/p>\n

Selena: From Texas to The World\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Selena\"SelenaSelena in Selena y Los Dinos: A Family\u2019s LegacyCredit: Courtesy Netflix<\/p>\n

Jan. 15\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Grammy Museum presents the first official display of Selena Quintanilla\u2019s personal artifacts outside of the Selena Museum in Texas, in an exhibit that runs through March 16.\u00a0grammymuseum.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Film\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Rip\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"RIP.\"RIP. (L to R) Matt Damon as Lieutenant Dane Dumars and Ben Affleck as Det Sergeant JD Byrne in The Rip.Credit: Claire Folger\/ Netflix<\/p>\n

Jan. 16\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon reunite in this action thriller about a team of Miami cops whose trust begins to unravel after uncovering millions of dollars in a stash house. Teyana Taylor, Steven\u00a0Yeun\u00a0and Kyle Chandler\u00a0also\u00a0star.\u00a0netflix.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Concert\u00a0<\/p>\n

iHeartRadio Alter Ego\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Green\"GreenCredit: Alice Baxley<\/p>\n

Jan. 17\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Kia Forum welcomes a motley crew of alt-rock radio heroes from the past three decades: Green Day,\u00a0Twenty One\u00a0Pilots, Cage the Elephant, Sublime, Good Charlotte, Myles Smith, Gigi Perez and Almost Monday.\u00a0iheart.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Community\u00a0<\/p>\n

Kingdom Day Parade\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Civil\"CivilCivil rights leader Reverend Martin Luther KingCredit: Photo by Michael Ochs Archives\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Jan. 19\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cedric the Entertainer is\u00a0grand\u00a0marshal of the annual Kingdom Day Parade along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard\u00a0\u2014the\u00a0longest-running celebration of the birthday of the civil rights leader.\u00a0kingdomdayparade.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sports\u00a0<\/p>\n

Clippers vs. Lakers\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Intuit\"IntuitCredit: Kevin Mazur\/Getty Images for Intuit Dome<\/p>\n

Jan. 22\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

James Harden leads the Clippers against Luka Don\u010di\u0107 and the Lakers in an all-L.A. showdown at the Intuit Dome.\u00a0nba.com<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Cinema\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sundance Film Festival\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"sundance\"sundanceView of the Eygptian Theatre during the 2006 Sundance Film Festival on Main Street in Park CityCredit: Photo by Scott Halleran\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Jan. 22 \u2013 Feb. 1\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The esteemed film fest hosts its final run in Park City, Utah, before moving to Boulder, Colo., in 2027. Alongside buzzy independent premieres and special panels, a tribute is set to honor founder Robert Redford, who died in September.\u00a0sundance.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Food\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dine L.A. Restaurant Week\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"COASTAL\"COASTALPita and dips by Attagirl, a Dine LA participant.Credit: Courtesy Attagirl LA<\/p>\n

Jan. 23 \u2013 Feb. 26\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

During a notoriously slow period for restaurants, Dine L.A. encourages Angelenos to enjoy a meal at their favorite eateries with a variety of specially priced lunch and dinner menus.\u00a0discoverlosangeles.com\/dinela<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Theater\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Married \u2026 With Children Cast Reunion\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"Photo:\"Photo:Credit: Photo by Kevin Winter\/Getty Images<\/p>\n

Jan. 28\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ed O\u2019Neill, Katey Sagal, Christina\u00a0Applegate\u00a0and David Faustino reunite on The Wiltern stage to celebrate their seminal family sitcom, Married\u2026With Children.\u00a0ticketmaster.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Dance\u00a0<\/p>\n

20 Years of Los Angeles Ballet\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"\"\"\"Los Angeles Ballet RubiesCredit: Courtesy Los Angeles Ballet<\/p>\n

Jan. 29-31\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Los Angeles Ballet invigorates The Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts with a three-performance bill: Rubies, George Balanchine\u2019s jazzy production from the company\u2019s first season; Hans Van Manen\u2019s Frank Bridge Variations; and a world premiere by LAB artistic director Melissa Barak.\u00a0losangelesballet.org<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n

Gala<\/p>\n

MusiCares Person of the Year<\/p>\n

Jan. 30<\/p>\n

\"Mariah\"MariahCredit: Ethan James<\/p>\n

MusiCares celebrates Grammy weekend with its annual fundraiser and a tribute to Mariah Carey for her career exceptionalism and commitment to philanthropic causes. musicares.org<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"L.A. Art Show, Golden Globes, a Selena Quintanilla exhibition and more come to town this month January brings…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":117771,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[21473,61656,48,52,51,47,50,2497,49,30890,62572],"class_list":{"0":"post-117770","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-los-angeles","8":"tag-golden-globes","9":"tag-january-2026","10":"tag-la","11":"tag-la-headlines","12":"tag-la-news","13":"tag-los-angeles","14":"tag-los-angeles-headlines","15":"tag-los-angeles-lakers","16":"tag-los-angeles-news","17":"tag-selena","18":"tag-the-pitt"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117770","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=117770"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/117770\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/117771"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=117770"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=117770"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=117770"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}