LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA – Make the most of summer!
Patch has rounded up some the best events — festivals, street fairs, outdoor concerts and movies and more — nearby and throughout the Southland.
And don’t miss from July 13-27: dineL.A. Restaurant Week – Summer 2018: Throughout Southland. Fifteen days of lunch and dinner special-priced menus at top eateries.
Enjoy, and Happy Summer from Patch!
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BELMONT SHORE:
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS through AUG. 21: ‘Moonlight Movie On The Beach’ 2018: Belmont Shore & Moncton. Food trucks, too!
AUG. 18-19: Tiki Beach Festival 2018: Belmont Shore – Moncton. Tiki dancers, Polynesian food & Hawaiian music add up to two fun days.
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BEVERLY HILLS:
JULY 12, 18-21 : The Wallis’ Sorting Room Nightclub. “Compelling and eclectic mix of music, comedy and cabaret.”
JULY 18: iPalpiti Festival 2018 Concert: Greystone Mansion. “Take-your-breath-away demonstrations of musicianship and technique.”
JULY 27-AUG. 12: Hershey Felder: BEETHOVEN Musical Play Brings Composer to Life. At The Wallis.
AUG. 7: National Night Out & Family Fun. Save the date!
THURSDAYS through AUG.: Free ‘Concert On Canon’ 2018: Beverly Canon Garden. Order carry-out or pack a picnic for a delightful evening.
AUG. 9: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. Pack a picnic and settle in under the stars for night of classic entertainment.
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BRENTWOOD:
JULY 14: Library’s 24th Anniversary Celebration. “Enjoy a magical afternoon of remembrance, musical entertainment and delicious refreshments.”
JULY 23: goop Lab’s Meditative Morning Sound Bath: Country Mart. “Meditate, listen to the humming from the Himalayan singing bowls, and let the energizing sound waves crash over you.”
WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 29: Movie Night In The Courtyard 2018: Country Mart. See the line-up, and save the dates!
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BRENTWOOD:
JULY 14: Library’s 24th Anniversary Celebration. “Enjoy a magical afternoon of remembrance, musical entertainment and delicious refreshments.”
JULY 23: goop Lab’s Meditative Morning Sound Bath: Country Mart. “Meditate, listen to the humming from the Himalayan singing bowls, and let the energizing sound waves crash over you.”
WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 29: Movie Night In The Courtyard 2018: Country Mart. See the line-up, and save the dates!
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CARSON:
AUG. 15: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. “The tales are timeless, the admission ticketless, and the experience priceless.”
AUG. 16: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. Pack a picnic dinner!
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CENTURY CITY:
JULY, 19, AUG. 16, SEPT. 20: UCLA Health: Walk With A Doc: Westfield Century City. Get out, get active and learn about health topics during morning stroll.
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CERRITOS:
MONDAYS JULY 9, 16, 23, 30, AUG. 6 & 13: Monday Night At The Movies: Amphitheater. Entertainment under the stars.
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 15: $1 Summer Movie Express 2018: Edwards Theater. Super deal!
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CULVER CITY:
JULY 22: Potluck 4 H. S. students and chaperones from Iksan, So. Korea. Culver City Community is invited to come and welcome our visitors for a fun Potluck meal. At Dr. Paul Carlson Park. Please RSVP.
JULY 28: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck. The adorable truck offers sweet treats and collectible merchandise.
AUG. 24-26: ‘Fiesta La Ballona’ Summer Carnival. Live entertainment, carnival rides, games, food trucks, food court, beer & wine garden, artisan wares.
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HERMOSA BEACH:
JULY 11: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. Pack a picnic for great night of timeless entertainment under the stars.
JULY 12: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. “Rollicking romantic comedy … mischief & mayhem galore.”
AUG 1-5: International Surf Festival 2018: Hermosa & Manhattan Beach. Participants range in age from 8 to late 80s.
SUNDAYS AUG. 5, 12, 19, 26: Free, Summer Concert On The Beach. A great evening with sunset backdrop.
SEPT. 1-3: ‘Fiesta Hermosa’ Labor Day Weekend . Art, music, food, kiddie carnival and charity beer & wine garden.
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HOLLYWOOD:
JULY 14: Firefighters’ Fallen Heroes Memorial Ride: Hollywood To Calabasas. Music, lunch & raffle at Sagebrush Cantina.
FRIDAYS through AUG. Wine Tasting & Music – Summer 2018: Barnsdall Art Park. Iconic destination features Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House.
DAILY: New ‘Virtual Reality’ Experience: Madame Tussauds. Be a hero in your own virtual-reality, time-travel mission!
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ECHO PARK
JULY 14-15: 38th Annual Lotus Festival 2018: Echo Park Lake. Delightful two days with dragon-boat races, tea house, food court, children’s area & more.
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LAKEWOOD:
JULY 13: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale.
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LONG BEACH:
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 15: $1 Summer Movie Express 2018: Edwards Theater. Pack up the kids: great summer value.
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS through AUG. 21: ‘Moonlight Movie On The Beach’ 2018: Belmont Shore & Moncton. Food trucks, too!
JULY 21: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. “The tales are timeless, the admission ticketless, and the experience priceless.”
JULY 22: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. Pack a picnic!
JULY 28-29: 2018 Dragon Boat Festival. “One of largest dragon boat competitions in California, plus Chinese traditional art, acrobats, dance, music, food and martial arts performances.
AUG. 18: ‘Taste Of Brews’ Craft Beer Fest. Expected to sell out, so get tickets soon!
AUG. 18-19: Tiki Beach Festival 2018: Belmont Shore – Moncton. Tiki dancers, Polynesian food & Hawaiian music add up to two fun days.
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LOS ANGELES:
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 15: $1 Summer Movie Express 2018: Regal Theatre. Easy-on-the-budget entertainment.
JULY 13: Outdoor Movies At The Skirball Cultural Center. Arrive early and enjoy the exhibits.
JULY 20, AUG. 17, SEPT. 14: Roaring Nights At L.A. Zoo. The best mix of music, art & wildlife. Ages 21+.
Through SEPT. 1: Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket and a friend, and enjoy free theater under the stars.
JULY 15, AUG. 19: Swing Dancing Summer: The Wiltern. “Learn to jump and jive from professional instructors and show off your moves to the tunes of authentic live bands.”
JULY 27: ‘Up in Smoke’ 40th Anniversary Summer Event: Wiltern. General admission tickets priced at $4.20.
AUG. 2: Beatles ‘Yellow Submarine’ 50th Anniversary: Wiltern. Screening, sing-along, food & drinks!
AUG. 3: Brew At The L.A. Zoo . Music, breweries, zookeeper talks & pub-style grub.
AUG. 18: Annual LA Taco Festival 2018: Grand Park, Downtown. Supports homeless youth Great bands & tacos. Admission free.
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LYNWOOD:
THURSDAYS, JULY 12, 19, 26: Free, Outdoor Movie In The Park. Bring your popcorn!
JULY 18: Ice Cream Social & Town Hall For Teens: Sheriff Station. Voice concerns in relaxed atmosphere.
JULY 21-22: Relay For Life of South Gate/Lynwood. “A community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer.”
AUG. 7: National Night Out – Music & Entertainment. At City Hall.
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MALIBU:
JULY 13: Shabbat at the Beach – Summer service at Zuma Beach. Enjoy sand and sea, picnic dinner, Shabbat service, challah and dessert!
JULY 14, AUG. 11, SEPT. 8: Malibu Lumber Yard KidX Club. Different theme each month.
JULY 21: Dive-In Movie ‘Moana’ At High School Pool. Free admission.
AUG. 18: Outdoor ‘CineMalibu’ Jungle Adventure & Food Trucks. Great evening with the family!
AUG. 31-SEPT. 3: Annual Chili Cook-Off & Carnival, Labor Day Weekend. Boys & Girls Club of Malibu hosting.
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MANHATTAN BEACH:
SUNDAYS through SEPT. 2: Summer ‘Concert In The Park’ . Take advantage of these great, free shows and enjoy summer!
AUG 1-5: International Surf Festival 2018: Hermosa & Manhattan Beach. Participants range in age from 8 to late 80s.
AUG. 10: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. Free, quality entertainment at Polliwog Park.
AUG. 11: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. Rollicking romantic comedy with mischief and mayhem galore.
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MARINA DEL REY:
THURSDAYS through SEPT: Beach Eats Food Trucks + Music. Enjoy picnic & music by the sea!
JULY 12: Sunset ‘Opera At The Shore’ 2018: Free . Brilliant music under the stars.
JULY 14, 28, AUG. 11: Outdoor Flick & Dance Lesson – Marina Movie Night. You’ll love the tap, swing & tango lessons!
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PACIFIC PALISADES:
AUG. 4, 11, 18, 25: Free Movie In The Park. See what’s playing, and save the dates.
AUG. 11:‘Pretty Woman’ & Food Trucks: Will Rogers Park. Dog-friendly, too!
AUG. 11-12: Dog Iron Polo Cup 2018: Will Rogers Park. “There is no finer spectacle in the world of sports than polo. The horses are thoroughbreds, breathtakingly beautiful and conditioned to perfection. The players are unique athletes, successfully balancing horsemanship, gamesmanship and ball control while galloping at top speeds.”
SEPT. 1: ‘Wedding Singer’ & Music: Will Rogers Park. Advance ticket sales only.
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RANCHO PALOS VERDES:
JULY 21, AUG. 18: Free Movie In The Park & Food Trucks. Three different parks & three family-friendly flicks.
JULY 17: Lower Hesse Park Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. Celebrate newly-renovated Lower Hesse Park.
JULY 29: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. “The tales are timeless, the admission ticketless, and the experience priceless.” At Terranea Resort.
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REDONDO BEACH:
JULY 13-15: South Bay Greek Festival. Opa!
THURSDAYS & SATURDAYS through AUG. 30: 2018 Summer of Music. Free concerts at the pier.
JULY 14, AUG. 11, SEPT. 8: Free Yoga on the Octagon. At the pier. All levels welcome.
JULY 21: Nothin’ But Sand Beach Cleanup. Join in as individual or family.
AUG. 25: Endless Summer Beach Party. Hosted by Richstone Family Center.
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ROWLAND HEIGHTS:
JULY 18: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. “Rollicking romantic comedy which tells of Falstaff’s folly: courting two married women at the same time.”
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SAN PEDRO:
JULY 20: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. At Marine Mammal Care Center.
AUG. 17: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. “Story of Leontes, a King who banishes his family wrongfully, and is taught the meaning of forgiveness through the inspired plan of a wise, loyal woman.”
AUG. 18: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. “A rollicking romantic comedy which tells of Falstaff’s folly: courting two married women at the same time.”
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SANTA MONICA:
Through AUG. 4: ‘Mary Poppins’ Musical: Morgan-Wixson Theatre. Family favorite brought to the stage.
JULY 14 -29: ‘Junie B. Jones Is Not A Crook’ Opens: Morgan-Wixson. Saturdays & Sundays
JULY 21: The Garagiste Festival: Urban Exposure. “48 one-of-a-kind micro wineries pouring their handcrafted wines — all on one day and under one roof.”
JULY 23: goop Lab’s Meditative Morning Sound Bath: Country Mart, Brentwood. “Meditate, listen to the humming from the Himalayan singing bowls, and let the energizing sound waves crash over you.”
JULY 27: Uncorked: LA 90+ Wine Festival: Barker Hangar. Gourmet food trucks, too!
AUG. 5: Festival Of Chariots & Parade 2018: Santa Monica & Venice Beach. Decorated four-story tall chariots lead colorful parade toward Ocean Front Walk Plaza for Venice Beach festival.
AUG. 7: National Night Out & Food Trucks. Take part in the Unity Art Project.
WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 29: Movie Night In The Courtyard 2018: Country Mart, Brentwood. See the line-up, and save the dates!
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SOUTH GATE:
FRIDAYS JULY 13, 20, 27: Free Concert In The Park. An evening of wonderful music.
JULY 21-22: Relay For Life of South Gate/Lynwood. “A community gathering where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer.”
FRIDAYS, AUG. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Movie In The Park. Don’t forget your picnic dinner.
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS through AUG. 15: $1 Summer Movie Express 2018: Edwards Theater. Entertainment easy on the budget!
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TORRANCE:
JULY 14: Hello Kitty Cafe Truck. The adorable truck offers sweet treats and collectible merchandise.
JULY 27: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. Pack a picnic dinner!
JULY 28: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Merry Wives of Windsor. Under the stars at Wilson Park.
AUG. 25: “Honda Evening Under the Stars” Gourmet Food & Wine Festival. With saxophonist Kenny G.
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UNIVERSAL CITY:
JULY 13: ‘Rising Stars’ Street Performer Concert: CityWalk. “Today’s brightest up-and-coming stars in a free concert.”
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VENICE:
JULY 19: Summer Art Crawl. Enjoy the art & fun along Washington Boulevard.
JULY 21 & SEPT. 15: ARTHUR TRACE: The Artful Deceiver. “One of the most unique acts in the world of magic today.”
JULY 28-29: Venice Beach Festival 2018: Boardwalk. A weekend of fun & festivities!
AUG. 5: Festival Of Chariots & Parade 2018: Santa Monica & Venice Beach. Decorated four-story tall chariots lead colorful parade toward Ocean Front Walk Plaza for Venice Beach festival.
AUG. 26: Go Topless Day . Coincides with Women’s Equality Day.
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WEST HOLLYWOOD:
JULY 13: Family Masquerade Ball! “The magnificent day is here at last, refreshments and dancing, a dynamic blast! Find a mask and wear it well, so your true identity no one can tell.”
SUNDAYS, JULY 22, AUG. 19, SEPT. 16: ‘Summer Sounds’ Free, Outdoor Concert. Pack a picnic for a perfect evening.
JULY 14: Rock N’ Roll Camp For Girls L.A. 2018: Troubadour. Showcase of original songs & debut videos.
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WHITTIER:
AUG. 1: Shakespeare by the Sea’s The Winter’s Tale. Pack a picnic!
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FOR THE FULL REGIONAL LIST: Summer Fun Activity Guide: Los Angeles County 2018
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