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Modest Mouse
Indie rock legends Modest Mouse perform at the Hollywood Palladium with their first new album in five years. An essential show for fans of the band's distinctive angular rock sound and experimental approach to alternative music.
Modest Mouse
Indie rock band Modest Mouse performs at Hollywood Palladium, featuring music from their first new album in five years, 'An Eraser and a Maze.' A must-see for alt-rock fans.
The Super Graphic Spectacular
An all-ages, two-day charity fundraiser for The Midwest Princess Project benefiting trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities, featuring headline performance from Chapell Roan. This event combines music and social impact in an inclusive atmosphere.
AFI FEST
LA's premier international film festival featuring premieres, documentaries, and independent cinema across various LA venues. Experience world-class cinema from October 21-25, 2026.
Lakers vs. Warriors
NBA season opener featuring the Los Angeles Lakers taking on the Golden State Warriors. Tickets starting from $119 available through SeatGeek.
The Super Graphic Spectacular
All-ages charity fundraiser at Shrine Auditorium featuring headline performance by Chapell Roan and supporting acts, benefiting The Midwest Princess Project. October 21-22, 2026.
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The Samuel Oschin Planetarium and Tesla coil demonstrations make it one of the finest science museums in America. Griffith Observatory delivers the best free city view in America, with 4,210 acres of hiking and horseback riding trails throughout the park.
A sprawling 4,210-acre urban park featuring the Griffith Observatory, LA Zoo, Autry Museum, Greek Theatre, and 53 miles of hiking trails through chaparral-covered hills. The Observatory offers free entry on clear nights with unbeaten city views.
A must-visit museum in Brentwood featuring European art from the Middle Ages to the present, with equally stunning views and gardens overlooking the city and Pacific. Arrive around 3 PM on Saturday for reduced parking ($10) and golden hour light on the terraces.
World-class art collection with stunning architecture and panoramic views over the city—free to enter. The beautifully manicured gardens and hilltop setting make it an astounding place to spend a day marveling at world-class art.
The world's only active, urban Ice Age excavation site. The Page Museum displays mammoths, saber-toothed cats, dire wolves, and other fossils discovered here, with the Ice Age Encounters show bringing the prehistoric world to life.
Watch the sunset from this iconic pier featuring amusement park rides, arcade games, and the Pacific Park roller coaster. Beach access is free with direct ocean views and the classic Santa Monica experience.
Tours & excursions
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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.
Free viewing of illuminated vessels parading through Marina del Rey on December 12, 2026. A festive seasonal experience showcasing decorated boats in the holiday season.
Where to stay
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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.
Downtown luxury property with rooftop pool offering city views, modern design, and family-friendly amenities including an outdoor restaurant and rooftop terrace. Located in the heart of downtown LA's cultural district.
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.