Upcoming in Los Angeles
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Don Omar
Reggaeton artist Don Omar performs at Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Tickets start at $59.
Renegade Craft Fair: Los Angeles Winter
Curated indie crafts, art, and design showcase featuring LA's creative community on display at NEONIKA in the Arts District.
Purpose at Geffen Playhouse
Broadway and Steppenwolf Theatre Company production directed by Phylicia Rashad. A critically acclaimed theatrical experience in West Hollywood's premier venue.
The Smashing Pumpkins
Alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins performs at Kia Forum in Los Angeles. Tickets start at $40.
Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink
Outdoor ice skating in Downtown LA with special holiday events including the DTLA Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 19, K-Pop Holiday Skate on December 15, and A Country Christmas on December 22. Multiple themed skating nights throughout the season.
Night Tales
The Natural History Museum features glowing installations and cinematic projections throughout its galleries. An immersive holiday-season art experience blending light, technology, and museum collections.
Top things to do
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Free admission to this iconic 1935 observatory with sweeping views of the Hollywood Sign and city skyline. The planetarium ($12) offers stargazing experiences, and the building itself is featured in classics like 'Rebel Without a Cause' and 'La La Land.' Best visited at sunset or weekday mornings to avoid crowds.
One of North America's largest urban parks offering spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign from high above the city. Features hiking, horseback riding, and a planetarium with views spanning the city, mountains, and beyond.
Perched high above the city at 4730 Hollywood Blvd, this free-admission observatory offers spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign. Griffith Park is one of North America's largest urban parks with hiking, horseback riding, and unmatched sunset vistas.
World-class art museum featuring European masters including Van Gogh's 'Irises' in a stunning architectural setting with panoramic city views. Free admission with $20 parking; plan 3–4 hours for exploration. Accessible by car or metro.
Hilltop art museum with free admission (parking $10–$25), tram ride, extensive gardens, and masterpieces including Van Gogh's Irises. Meticulously landscaped grounds showcase the relationship between nature and creative expression. Best light 10 a.m.–noon.
Among the most famous municipal parks in North America, spanning from Los Feliz to the San Fernando Valley with endless hiking trails, picnic areas, and multiple attractions including the LA Zoo, Autry Museum, and Griffith Observatory. Film-famous for its appearances in countless movies.
Tours & excursions
All excursions →Evening visit to view the city and universe through public telescopes at this free hilltop observatory. Best at sunset to catch Hollywood Sign, downtown towers, and coast views, followed by planetarium shows ($6–$10).
Explore 4,210 acres of hiking trails in Griffith Park with guides who lead you to iconic viewpoints and the historic Observatory. Multiple trails range from easy to moderate, with options for sunrise hikes and sunset views of the city and Hollywood Sign.
Gustavo Dudamel conducts a complete cycle of Beethoven piano concertos at Walt Disney Concert Hall, December 5-6 and beyond. Free events available at 1pm December 5, with ticket options for evening performances.
Where to stay
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Located in the historic United Artists Building (1927), this mid-range hotel features a rooftop swimming pool and bar with panoramic city views. The Art Deco architecture and nightly entertainment make it a stylish base for exploring Downtown LA's arts and culture scene.
Perched above Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, this legendary celebrity hideaway offers a secluded, residential-style retreat with storied Old Hollywood glamour and discretion that has defined the property for decades.
Los Angeles' first Four Seasons, this city icon has perfected California living with a rooftop pool, lush gardens and seamless access to Beverly Hills glamour and West Hollywood's creative energy. Open since the brand's arrival in LA, it remains a symbol of effortless sophistication.