The longest day of the year ’round these parts \u2014 read: the Northern Hemisphere \u2014 will be Sunday, June 21 in 2026, and summer-loving revelers around Los Angeles are conjuring colorful ways to celebrate.<\/p>\n
Where will you go to find that sunny solstice spirit or, if you’re in an astronomical mood, a deeper dive into what makes the longest day of the year such a cosmic event?<\/p>\n
The Main Street Summer Soulstice<\/a> is a free festival happening on summer’s eve. Head to Santa Monica on June 20 for “live music, interactive pop-ups, kid activities,” and lots more around the easy-to-stroll area.<\/p>\n A VCA Pet Zone, the Route 66 Roadhouse Beer Garden, and plenty of uplifting diversions will fill the outdoor area. Note that there is a ticket fee to enter the beer garden.<\/p>\n The Litha Ball<\/a> will magically materialize at the enchanting Witch’s Cottage in North Hollywood on June 20, with masquerade merriment and other ensorcelled touches adding swirl and sparkle.<\/p>\n Salt and Straw<\/a> will “Make It a Double” on June 21, which means that ice cream lovers can turn any single scoop order into a double delight.<\/p>\n A Spirits Summer Solstice Dance with Richie Hawtin and John Gerrard<\/a> will shimmer at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art June 21, a program that is part of the museum’s Third Weekends at LACMA series.<\/p>\n The Fowler Museum at UCLA’s Under the Sun: Solstice Soundscape with Film, Poetry & Music<\/a> is set to shimmer on the evening of the solstice; entry is free but be sure to RSVP.<\/p>\n And up, up, up the hill at Griffith Observatory? <\/p>\n You’re invited to join a free Golden Hour: Summer Solstice<\/a> event on June 21. Make for the landmark’s West Terrace at 7 p.m. for “beautiful views and live music accompaniment”; look for bonus content celebrating all things solstice on the observatory’s social pages.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t