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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.
Jay-Z (Jaÿ-Z30 Tour) - Night 1
Hip-hop icon Jay-Z celebrates the 30th anniversary of his debut album with a landmark performance at SoFi Stadium. This highly anticipated tour stop brings the legendary rapper's catalog and new material to Los Angeles fans.
Downtown Día de los Muertos — Gloria Molina Grand Park
A 10-day cultural celebration featuring 17 altars curated by artist Consuelo G. Flores with the theme "The Power of One." The opening day (October 24) includes live music, processional, face painting, and sugar skull workshops; the closing celebration adds hands-on crafts like paper weaving and Indigenous Mexican ribbon braiding. Free admission, 8 AM–9 PM daily.
Gloria Molina Grand Park's Downtown Día de los Muertos
A 10-day free outdoor cultural exhibition inviting all of Los Angeles to honor departed loved ones and celebrate living community connections. The 2026 event features 17 altars made by artists and community organizations, curated by artist Consuelo G. Flores.
Día de los Muertos – Hollywood Forever (27th Annual)
The historic cemetery transforms with altars, processional ceremonies, and contests of ofrendas and costumes. Live music features DannyLux, Trish Toledo, Tropa Magica, Los Shadows, and various DJs celebrating the Mexican holiday.
Angel City FC vs. Bay FC - Fan Appreciation Night
Women's soccer match at BMO Stadium featuring Angel City FC hosting Bay FC. Fan Appreciation Night offers special celebration of supporters throughout the match.
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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.
World-class art museum featuring masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and Cezanne displayed in a stunning postmodern complex. Free admission (parking fee required) with timed-entry reservations and beautifully manicured gardens to explore.
Hilltop art museum featuring world-class collections and sweeping views of Los Angeles and the Pacific. Free admission with timed-entry reservation; travertine architecture and sunset views make it essential.
Iconic hilltop landmark offering unparalleled views of the city and night sky from Griffith Park. Free admission with Samuel Oschin Planetarium and Tesla coil demonstrations inside, making it one of America's finest science museums.
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
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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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.
LA's finest attraction atop a 4,210-acre park with 53 miles of trails. The Samuel Oschin Planetarium and Tesla coil demonstrations make it one of America's best science museums, with unparalleled city and ocean views even when the observatory is closed.