From the reopening of the Getty Villa to a massive Mid City arts festival, there’s no shortage of things to do in Los Angeles this weekend. Whether you’re into music, movies, art, or just some good food and wine, there’s something for everyone from Friday, June 27, through Sunday, June 29, 2025.

🎭 Top Picks (FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick)

🌞 Friday, June 27

• Getty Villa Reopening – FA, TP
  After months of closure due to the Palisades Fire, the Getty Villa reopens with The Kingdom of Pylos, a new exhibition featuring ancient Greek artifacts. Free admission with a timed reservation.
  📍 Pacific Palisades
• Dance DTLA: Afrobeats – FA
  Free dance party under the stars at Jerry Moss Plaza, with Afrobeats instruction by Kara Jenelle. 7–11 p.m.
  📍 Downtown LA
• Movie Night at Ivy Station – FA
  Watch Ferris Bueller’s Day Off on the lawn in Culver City. Seating opens at 7:30 p.m., movie starts at 8:30 p.m.
  📍 Culver City
• Outdoor Movie at Skirball: Captain America
  Catch Captain America: The First Avenger under the stars at the Skirball Cultural Center. Tickets start at $18.
  📍 Brentwood
• One Night in the Valley Comedy Benefit
  Stand-up show at Valley Relics Museum with Dana Gould, Aparna Nancherla, and more. Tickets are $55, which includes an open bar.
  📍 Van Nuys
• Grease Sing-A-Long at the Hollywood Bowl
  Sing along to Grease with lyrics on screen at one of LA’s most iconic venues. Tickets start at $18.
  📍 Hollywood
• LA Design Festival Block Party – FA
  ROW DTLA hosts food, music, and the ANCESTRAL FUTURES exhibit as part of the LA Design Festival. 7–9 p.m.
  📍 Arts District

🎨 Saturday, June 28

• KCRW Summer Nights + LA Plaza Opening – FA, TP
  Celebrate the new A Great Day in East L.A. exhibition with live music by The Altons, artmaking, and tours. Events start at noon; the concert begins at 6 p.m.
  📍 LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Downtown LA
• Grand Performances: Dr. Dre Tribute – FA, TP
  A 30-piece orchestra led by Sly5thAve performs Dre’s biggest hits in a free concert downtown. Begins at 6 p.m.
  📍 California Plaza
• Good Boy & Friends Wine Fest
  Natural wine lovers unite! Over 40 winemakers, DJ sets, food, and more. GA tickets $65.
  📍 Arts District
• Shakespeare by the Sea – FA
  Enjoy Julius Caesar or As You Like It at Rush Park or Sepulveda Garden Center. All shows start at 7 p.m.
  📍 Various LA locations
• Mid City Arts + Music Festival – FA, TP
  Free neighborhood festival with multiple stages, roller rink, food trucks, kids’ activities, and more. Noon–7 p.m.
  📍 Washington Blvd & West Blvd
• East Side Print Fair – FA
  Biennial celebration of printmaking at Plaza de la Raza. Live art, poetry, vendors, and hands-on workshops. Noon–5 p.m.
  📍 Lincoln Heights
• Levitt Pavilion LA Concert – FA
  Dengue Fever headlines this free concert with opening acts including Spaghetti Cumbia. Starts at 7 p.m.
  📍 MacArthur Pak
• Pier 360 – FA
  Two-day beach festival on the Santa Monica Pier with surf comps, beer garden, live music, and games. 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
  📍 Santa Monica
• EEEEEATSCON by The Infatuation
  A food fest packed with top restaurants from LA and NYC. GA tickets from $25.
  📍 Santa Monica Barker Hangar

🎉 Sunday, June 29

• Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks – FA, TP
  A powerful day of celebration and cultural performance in Leimert Park. Procession and ceremony start at noon.
  📍 Leimert Park
• Roots & Rave: Afro House & Amapiano Party – FA
  Join @rootsandrave for a free Afro House day party at Member West Hollywood (7627 W Sunset Blvd). Free with RSVP.
  📍 West Hollywood
• Concerts in the Dome – Mount Wilson
  Two intimate classical concerts inside the historic Mount Wilson Observatory dome. Tickets $60.
  📍 Angeles National Forest
• Art Beyond the Glass
  Bartenders create cocktails and art at Catch One. Proceeds benefit MusiCares. Tickets $81.41. 3–7 p.m.
  📍 Pico Blvd, Mid-City
• Shakespeare by the Sea – FA
  Final weekend performances of As You Like It or Julius Caesar. Starts at 7 p.m.
  📍 Rossmoor & Encino
• Pier 360 – FA (Day Two)
  More music, sports, and beachside fun.
  📍 Santa Monica Pier
• EEEEEATSCON – Day Two
  Wrap up the food fest with one last day of indulgence.
  📍 Santa Monica

🚇 Skip the Parking Stress

Make Metro part of your weekend! Many of these events are easily accessible via LA’s Metro system. Check your route and go car-free.

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