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Comedy Courtyard at The Everly Hollywood! Join us for some side-splitting laughs at the Comedy Courtyard at The Everly Hollywood - it's going to be a night full of hilarious stand-up! This month we have the pleasure of having the hilarius Betsy Cox hosting. Welcome to the Comedy Courtyard at The Everly Hollywood! Get ready to laugh your socks off at this hilarious event taking place at the Kimpton Everly Hotel. Join us for a night of side-splitting comedy in a beautiful outdoor setting. Sit back, relax, and enjoy some of the best comedians in town as they tickle your funny bone. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of laughter and fun! We have comics from Netflix, HBO, Comedy Central..etc. Date and time: Thursday, July 11 · 8 - 11pm PDT
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Check out this free pop up by BABYLON & NEIGHBORHOOD in LA BABYLON & NEIGHBORHOOD are joining forces for a capsule release and art show by Ric Clayton. Folks can expect live music, art, pop-up shop, and more. The event is free and open to the public. July 12, 2024 at 6 — 9 p.m.
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Enter another realm at The Obscure! Shake things up by venturing into the mysterious realm of The Obscure, an exclusive distillery and cocktail bar where ethereal spirits and fine liquors intertwine in the shadows. Illuminated by candlelight, guests will embark on a multi-sensory journey through history, legend, and lore. Each cocktail and spirit tells a captivating story, transporting you with every sip into forgotten tales and untold legends. The Obscure promises an unparalleled cocktail-tasting experience filled with delightful surprises for the curious soul.
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Perch: Amazing rooftop views downtown! An elevated resting place. Sky-high relaxation. Such a fun place to catch up with your besties! 🥂♥️
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Photo taking mirror. The new SELF photo shoot concept in LA. Doing it alone unlocked so much confidence for someone who doesn’t always feel comfy getting pictures done. It is like selfie mode, comfortable at home, but with the professional equipment. And this magic mirror! ✨🪞 📸
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DTLA ArtNight! Thursday, July 11 · 6 - 10pm PDT DTLA ArtNight July is a must-attend event for art enthusiasts and anyone looking to have a great time. Immerse yourself in the vibrant art scene of downtown Los Angeles as you explore galleries, exhibitions, and interactive installations. From stunning paintings to thought-provoking sculptures, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the creativity and talent that DTLA has to offer. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable night of art and fun! Starting Point at Emerging Gallery 125 W. 4th St Vinyl Gallery featuring the Mermaid 501 S. Spring ST Vendor Market with Grammy Winning Celloist Pete Jacobson at 540 Broadway Support over 20 local artists and take home a new gift for yourself for 2024!
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Wicked Wednesday at Break Room 86! Not just any 80's party, DANCE Hits. We play Michael Jackson, Madonna, Talking Heads, Human League, Hall and Oats, New Order and much more. Wednesdays at Breakroom 86 are always a hit. Dj Niko Brando has a recognizable but fresh spin on the 80's dance classics, mixing in a house/edm element that makes all your favorite songs from the 80's sound like they were released yesterday. July 10 · 10pm - July 11 · 1am PDT
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🇮🇹 Donna’s 🍝 East coast style Italian lands in L.A in one of the 🔥 must try restaurants in the city.
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JOSÉ ANDRÉS' RETURNS TO LOS ANGELES The Bazaar: a vibrant mix of sophisticated cuisine! José Andrés’ is excited to announce its return to Los Angeles with the opening of brand new restaurants in Downtown Los Angeles at The Grand LA and Conrad Los Angeles. Designed by the legendary Frank Gehry, architect of Walt Disney Concert Hall, The Grand LA represents the completion of his vision for Downtown Los Angeles. The new 305-room Conrad Los Angeles, the contemporary luxury brand’s debut in California, will be home to two original concepts from ThinkFoodGroup. Located on the 10th floor arrival lobby and with sweeping views of downtown LA, a new open-air, rooftop dining destination will offer a Latin- and Asian-inspired menu, as well as a dedicated pool-side menu designed for light and leisurely snacking and sharing. A second original concept restaurant, also located on the 10th floor, will be dedicated to classic Spanish flavors and dishes that come alive from morning to night with California’s vibrant, farm-fresh ingredients.
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Immerse yourself in a symphony of lights and creativity at LACMA's Urban Light exhibit! It's an urban masterpiece like no other 💡✨
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A night TATEL Beverly Hills is great stop in Beverly Hills to pop in for a cocktail and enjoy the live music! 🍸🎺 Spanish fine & fun dining 🇪🇸🌍 “One of the 25 restaurants in the world worth flying for”(USA TODAY) Tatel has live music every Weds-Sun from 8-10:30pm
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Charming little walk-up cafe in Arden Café Your daily dose of pink, blooms, and brunch happiness! The Arden Cafe opens M-F at 8am and 10am on the weekends. The perfect place for a quick matcha, coffee meet or casual brunch!
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Olive Ateliers - A peaceful and charming place full of beautiful home decor and accents! 😍 Objects with Old Souls... A wanderlust inspired Drop, with scenes celebrating the most curious corners of the globe from which we source; Europe, Indonesia, Turkey, India, Morocco and more. Open Wednesday - Saturday, 10am - 4pm
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☕️ The newest addition to the Downtown Coffee scene has arrived at the gorgeous Concierge Coffee in the Arts District and this is one you don’t want to miss 🤌🏽
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Waves is back at Harbor House DTLA! Enjoy a night at a rooftop club overlooking the historic 110 freeway and city lights of DTLA
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The West Hollywood EDITION The sleek and modern place offers a truly beautiful LA rooftop oasis. At The Roof rooftop bar, but maybe even more so at the rooftop pool deck. Perched above Sunset Boulevard and with amazing views of the Hollywood Hills, Beverly Hills and the iconic LA skyline, here guests staying at the hotel can soak up the sun and enjoy refreshing swims elevated high above the city. Surrounded with lush botanicals, mature trees and terra cotta-potted plants, as well as bespoke wooden loungers, the rooftop pool deck is the perfect spot to catch the sunrise, sunset and everything in between.
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Mondrian Los Angeles: this rooftop pool can boast of one of the best views in all of LA. Part of SkyBar, set on the 14th floor of Mondrian Los Angeles in West Hollywood, here you get sweeping skyline views as far as the eye can see. Sky Bar is a rooftop oasis, and also a true hotspot for the LA nightlife and bar scene. During daytime the atmosphere is more relaxed and calm, then from late afternoon the tempo and party feeling starts to take over.
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🍷 A magical little space you must experience known as Bar Mateo in LA 🤍
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🦩 Cocktails, Bites, Good Vibes, and Flamingo’s at The Arts District’s 🍹 Lounge. Great Music! Cute cocktails and late night kitchen. Come check us out. 🪩🦩🪩🦩
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Pulling Me Back - A Journey Through R&B and Hip Hop Memories in LA Experience an unforgettable voyage through the most memorable R&B and Hip Hop anthems, complemented by beloved B side classics. No Cover with RSVP All Night! July 20 · 10pm - July 21 · 2am PDT Dance and sing along to classic throwback R&B / Hip Hop / Reggae / and Dancehall hits from T-Pain, Mya, Nelly, Pretty Ricky, Jay Z / Roc-A-Fella, Beyonce / Destiny’s Child, Chris Brown, Ray J, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Soulja Boy, Plies, Dipset, Kanye West, 50 Cent / G unit, Lil John, Usher, Mario, Keyshia Cole, Cash Money, Fabolous, TLC, Lloyd, Fat Joe, Eve, Sean Paul, Rihanna, Wayne Wonder, Serani, Rupee, Brandy, Monica + many more!!!
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Electroton! House & Techno in DTLA Friday, July 12 A night of music, dancing, and non-stop fun with Electroton and Off-Record at a secret location in DTLA. Join top DJs in the underground electronic scene for an epic event leading to after-hours featuring state-of-the-art Danley sound and a welcoming community of music lovers. Bringing you VIP table area and outdoor patio with food service. Limited free tickets available – secure yours now.
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Have a movie night at historic The 1917! Experience an outdoor movie night at The 1917 Wine Bar Patio at San Antonio Winery in Los Angeles, courtesy of Electric Dusk Cinema. Arrive early to savor dinner at the restaurant until 7 p.m., or grab light snacks just before the show! This weekend you can catch The Big Labowski. Tickets are $40 per person and include: Open seating for the movie. (Bring your own chairs, blankets, and more. Chairs will be available for rent.) Two drink coupons (wine, beer, & soda) Complimentary popcorn 🗓️When: July 12, 2024 at 8:00 p.m.
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Celebrate Echo Park‘s Lotus Festival! Join in on the festivities being held at Echo Park Lake’s annual Lotus Festival — where you can enjoy a vibrant celebration of Asian-American culture in Los Angeles. The event itself is free, but of course you might spend some money at the local vendors and artisans. Nothing wrong with supporting local businesses! Indulge in delicious food, listen to lively music, witness dragon boat races, and even lantern launches. With luck, you might also witness the beautiful lotus flower beds in full bloom, adding to the festival’s charm. (Of course, this depends on mother nature.) This year marks the 43rd anniversary, and it proudly honors the Filipino community for their significant contributions to the city. 🗓️ When: July 13 & 14, 2024
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AS YOU LIKE IT by William Shakespeare at Independent Shakespeare Fest! Fall in love this summer with our As You Like It, a screwball romantic comedy with songs inspired by 1930’s crooner, Al Bowlly. Irrepressible cousins, Rosalind and Celia, fall afoul of the Duke, and make their escape into the Forest of Arden. There, they discover a world of vivid characters and romantic possibilities. When class and gender boundaries shatter, they discover both themselves and a beguiling truth: transformation is always possible. In the hour before the performance, you’re invited to explore the world of the play during an immersive prologue. There, you will have the opportunity to interact with characters as well as learn a few secrets. Once the play begins, you’ll get cozy in your spot and enjoy one of Shakespeare’s most heartfelt and witty comedies. Be advised: although audience members of all ages are welcome and encouraged to come, Shakespeare’s plays all deal with the adult themes that invariably arise in human relationships, and include allusions to both sexuality and violence. This production contains no nudity nor graphic violence. It does however include shameless flirting, double entendres, and may make you want to get up and dance. July 10 - September 1 Wednesday - Sunday @ 7:00 pm
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☀️ Summer Nights at Figueroa Eight ✅ 🤯 WOW! I am almost speechless….. 🙏🏽 A huge thank you to each and every one of you beautiful people for coming out to our official launch party and Summer kick off event at Figueroa Eight. Truly humbled, grateful and blown away by all of the love, energy, and support from all of you last night and thank you for showing UP and making this event one for the ages. Truly love and appreciate each and every one of you and thank you from the bottom of my heart. See you at the next 🥳
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🍳 Breafast is served 🔥 Eggslut Los Angeles is the BEST and the ONLY way to start the day ☀️🍳 STEAK & EGGS 🍳🥩 and much more
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RECOLLECT LADIES NIGHT Get ready for an unforgettable night with a full female lineup in the heart of downtown Los Angeles! Thursday, July 18
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Have you checked out this quant little pasta stop ? 🍝 Known for their uni pasta it’s definitely a place you don’t want to miss. Conveniently located in Los Angeles, CA of CA, Pasta e Pasta by Allegro restaurant serves authentic Mexico and Thai cuisines with fresh ingredients and affordable prices. A wide variety of menu items are cooked up by our talented and creative chefs! We use 100% vegetable oil. Come to experience our friendly atmosphere and excellent service.
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KCRW Summer Nights with LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes! An evening of Cumbia from across the continent. Curated by music journalist Betto Arcos, CUMBIA SOMOS will showcase the rich and diverse sounds of cumbia from its origins in the region known as Montes de María, Colombia, to the urban centers of every Latin American city, including Los Angeles. Bring your dancing shoes, this is an evening that celebrates the most popular dance style in the continent. Jul 13 • 6:00 pm PDT The evening will unfold in four different parts: Presentation and talk about the book SOMOS CUMBIA, with music journalists Jaime Andrés Monsalve from Colombia, Enrique Blanc from Mexico and host-curator Betto Arcos; Jaime Andrés Monsalve will comment on the origins of cumbia and introduce the first group, Eduardo Palo Cuero; Betto Arcos will comment on the spread of Cumbia across the continent and introduce cumbia band El Conjunto Nueva Ola ECNO, and finally, Enrique Blanc comments on the significance of the Sonidero culture and introduces Sonidero Luis “La Rumba” Noriega and KCRW DJ Wyldeflower.
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‘Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition’ Celebrates The Filmmaker’s Distinctive Style! Feel like you’ve stepped inside Fantastic Mr. Fox, The Grand Budapest Hotel, or Moonrise Kingdom as you explore Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition, the upcoming experience that might as well be a set for the filmmaker’s next movie. Featuring stunning travel photography in the style of Wes Anderson, this charming exhibit which will open in mid-April at the Santa Monica Art Museum (1219 3rd Street Promenade).
Exploring Burbank's Family-Friendly Spots
When it comes to family-friendly activities, Burbank near LA holds a treasure trove of hidden gems. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the typical tourist trails, these local secrets ensure that you and your family have a memorable experience. Read on if you're looking to uncover some authentic and trending family activities that the locals swear by.
Magnolia Park - The Heart of Community Engagement
Magnolia Park is a lively area often celebrated for its vintage boutiques, custom eateries, and delightful bakeries, but it also provides an excellent setting for families. On weekends, you can stumble upon various community events such as street fairs, where musicians, artisans, and food vendors set up shop. Drop by for their monthly Ladies & Gents Night Out, where the streets come alive with laughter and vibrant activities suitable for children and adults alike.
Kidspace Children's Museum
Even though it’s a bit of a hidden jewel slightly off the main drag, the Kidspace Children’s Museum offers an unparalleled experience for families. This interactive museum encourages kids to get hands-on with exhibits that range from archaeology digs to creative art projects, ensuring endless exploration possibilities. Locals suggest visiting during weekdays to avoid crowds and maximize your child’s engagement in the activities.
Wildwood Canyon Park - A Haven for Nature Lovers
For families who enjoy the great outdoors, Wildwood Canyon Park is the ideal venue. This scenic and relatively under-explored park offers various trails suitable for children, making it a favorite weekend getaway for local families. The area's tranquillity allows you to indulge in relaxation while the kids explore and encounter native wildlife like rabbits and hawks. Pack a picnic and make a day out of your visit – you won’t regret this local insight into Burbank's natural beauty.
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
Forget those commercialized tourist traps; a visit to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood provides a slice of local magic with a dose of Hollywood glamour. Merging education with entertainment, this tour provides an exciting adventure that will captivate both children and adults. Witness the behind-the-scenes action of some of your favorite films and TV shows, engage with authentic stage sets, and even partake in interactive exhibits. When booking your tour, opt for slots during non-peak hours to avoid the larger rush and make the experience more personalized for your family.
Johnny Carson Park - Relaxation and Recreation
Named after the legendary talk show host, Johnny Carson Park offers an oasis for local families. Featuring extensive playgrounds, shaded picnic areas, and winding walking paths, this park is a fantastic spot to spend a laid-back afternoon. You’ll often find locals engaging in casual sports games or enjoying a serene walk by the river. It’s particularly peaceful during morning hours, so swing by early to enjoy some quiet family time before the park fills up.
Burbank Town Center - Not Your Ordinary Mall
Shopping malls might not always seem family-friendly, but Burbank Town Center bucks the trend. With a variety of activities catering to children, including a kid's club that features storytelling and craft sessions, it transforms shopping into an enjoyable outing. There are also family-focused dining options that provide an array of cuisines to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Local tip: don’t miss the LEGO Store, where interactive displays allow kids to create their own brick masterpieces.
Pony Rides at Griffith Park
A short drive from Burbank gets you to Griffith Park, where the Pony Rides are a perennial favorite among local families. Often overlooked in favor of the larger attractions, these gentle rides offer young children the thrill of riding a pony in a safe, supervised environment. It’s recommended to arrive early in the day as Griffin Park is known for its sweeping views of the city which can become a bit crowded as the day progresses.
Verdugo Aquatic Facility
When the temperature rises, locals in the know head to the Verdugo Aquatic Facility for a refreshing dip. This family-friendly facility offers a zero-depth entry pool, a dedicated splash pad for younger children, and even swimming lessons for various age groups. Given its popularity among local families, it’s wise to check the schedule for off-peak hours to make your visit more comfortable.
Autry Museum of the American West
For an educational twist on family fun, the Autry Museum of the American West provides fascinating insights into the westward expansion. Featuring interactive exhibits that engage children and teach them about this significant period in American history, the museum is a hidden gem often frequented by local educational groups. With ample parking and accessible facilities, it’s an easy and intriguing spot to add to your family outing itinerary.
Next time you find yourself in Burbank, venture beyond the usual spots and dive into these local family-friendly activities. You’ll discover why this area is a beloved enclave for both relaxation and exploration, brimming with authentic experiences that the whole family will treasure.
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