LA Events This Week: August 31–September 6, 2026 — The Full Guide to Things to Do in Los Angeles

Looking for LA events this week? From August 31 through September 6, 2026, Los Angeles kicks off the unofficial end of summer with Muse at the Hollywood Bowl, J. Cole and BTS both playing arenas the same night, a Paul Greengrass double feature at the Aero, and a full slate of free museum hours, art walks, and outdoor concerts to close out the week. This guide covers it day by day — Los Angeles proper only.

Every link below goes straight to the venue, organizer, or official ticketing page.

Monday, August 31

• Muse: The Wow! Signal Tour — Muse headlines the Hollywood Bowl with Portugal. The Man and The Temper Trap opening. 7:00 PM. Paid — tickets from ~$40.
• Astronomy on Tap LA: Past, Present, & Future Telescopes — Outdoor talks from Caltech researchers on ground-based sky surveys and space telescopes, plus astronomy trivia and guided stargazing, at Dog Haus Biergarten in Old Town Pasadena. 7:30–9:30 PM. Free.
• Cinema Under Pressure: The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp — A free screening series on cinematic censorship at the Wende Museum, featuring the restored 1943 Powell & Pressburger satire, followed by a conversation with filmmaker Kevin Macdonald. RSVP required; seating first-come, first-served. 6–10 PM. Free.

Tuesday, September 1

• Dvořák & Bruch — LA Phil performs at the Hollywood Bowl. 8:00 PM. Paid.
• J. Cole: The Fall Off World Tour — Crypto.com Arena. 8:00 PM. Paid.
• Paul Greengrass Double Feature at the Aero — An advance screening of Greengrass’s new film *The Uprising* (starring Andrew Garfield), paired with a 10th-anniversary screening of *Captain Phillips*, followed by a Q&A with Greengrass moderated by Pete Hammond. Free with RSVP; seating first-come, first-served. 7:30 PM. Free.

Wednesday, September 2 – Sunday, September 6

• USC Pacific Asia Museum Free Admission — “Pay what you wish” hours Wed–Fri 4–5 PM courtesy of East West Bank, then free admission all day Sat–Sun 11 AM–5 PM. Also the last weekend to catch the *Mythical Creatures: The Stories We Carry* exhibit before it closes. Free (Sat–Sun); pay-what-you-wish (Wed–Fri, 4–5 PM).

Thursday, September 3

• Classical X DTLA ArtNight — A free outdoor concert at California Plaza exploring how Western classical composers absorbed Asian, Middle Eastern, and American influences, part of the monthly DTLA ArtNight. Featuring pianist Chi-Jo Lee, violinist Cheng Io Lo, and clarinetist Max Opferkuch. 6–7:30 PM. Free.
• Board Game Speed Dating — Tabletop games paired with singles networking for ages 25–39, at Relentless Brewing & Spirits in Eagle Rock. Advance tickets required. 7–9 PM. Paid — tickets from $35.
• Laugh Garden Comedy — Weekly outdoor stand-up at Fountain Community Gardens in Hollywood, this week featuring comedians with Netflix, Comedy Central, Hulu, and Amazon credits. Seating limited; reservations encouraged. 7:30 PM. Free — $10 suggested donation.

Friday, September 4

• KCRW Summer Nights at The Autry — The penultimate 2026 Summer Nights event, with a guest DJ set from Wooden Wisdom (Elijah Wood and Zach Cowie) plus KCRW DJs, after-hours museum access, and food and drinks for purchase. RSVP recommended. 6–10 PM. Free.
• Bixby Knolls First Fridays Art Walk — A Hispanic Heritage Month celebration along Atlantic Avenue with live music, local art, and late-night promotions at neighborhood shops and restaurants. Free shuttle service along the corridor. 6:30–9:30 PM. Free.

More Things to Do in LA This Week

Still deciding where to go? Here’s how to pick from this week’s Los Angeles events based on what you’re in the mood for:

• Big-ticket concerts: Muse at the Hollywood Bowl on Monday and J. Cole at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday are the week’s marquee shows.
• Free and easy: Astronomy on Tap, Cinema Under Pressure, the Paul Greengrass double feature, and KCRW Summer Nights are all free with RSVP.
• Culture on a budget: USC Pacific Asia Museum is free all weekend, and it’s your last chance to catch its current exhibition.
• Something social: Board Game Speed Dating on Thursday is a low-pressure way to meet people if you’re single in LA.

This LA events calendar is updated weekly — bookmark this page and check back for the latest things to do in Los Angeles, including concerts, pop-ups, festivals, and free events happening across the city. Every listing links directly to the venue or official ticketing source, so you always get accurate times, prices, and availability before you head out.

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