10 Things To Do For This Saturday in L.A. [2-8-2025]

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Los Angeles State Historic Park. Photo by Brian Champlin

A fresh Saturday, a fresh list of fun to-dos in Los Angeles.

On the docket for today in L.A. you’ll find a Love Letter to LA at LA Plaza, an after-hours exhibition celebration at The Hammer, a free immersive experience at The Music Center, the Frogtown Heart Walk, and more.

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Make Metro Part of Your Weekend

Love Letter to LAFA M > On Saturday, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes is LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes hosts a day for the whole community featuring artmaking, wellness activities, music, access to essential relief resources, tea tastings, and more. Lil’ Libros will be on hand to assist with the artmaking, and guests are encouraged to create Valentine’s Day cards dedicated to Los Angeles. It’s all free and open to the public. Runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. More info here.

Go Metro: Take the A, B or D Lines to Union Station.

Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday

M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission

Hammer Opening Celebration: Alice Coltrane, Monument EternalFA TP > The Hammer is hosting an evening shindig on Saturday to celebrate their newest exhibition, Alice Coltrane, Monument Eternal. Expect late-night gallery access paired with DJ-spun tunes in the courtyard plus food and drink available for purchase. Party starts at 8 p.m. Free to attend with RSVP. More info here.

The Music Center Presents: The Gift FA M > This Saturday, step into a 30-minute immersive, music-filled reading room at The Music Center, where the story of two intertwined stars explores themes of grief, loss, human connection, and self-discovery. As part of PST ART, the event also includes a conversation with Reading Rainbow legend LeVar Burton (4:30–6:30 p.m.), which is already at capacity—but a standby line will be available. More info here.

Frogtown Heart WalkFA > This Saturday, Frogtown Arts (organizer of the semi-annual Frogtown Art Walk) is hosting a day of community and kindness along the LA River with over a businesses and food stops included in the activation. A central photo exhibit called Love Letters to LA will be on display at Happier Cafe, with proceeds from art sales to go toward wildfire relief efforts. The event runs noon to 5 p.m. More info here.

Six More Things To Do in L.A. Today

  • On Saturday, Santa Monica Place celebrates the Year of the Snake with a free Lunar New Year celebration, hosted by comedian Paul “PK” Kim. FA
  • The Center for the Arts Eagle Rock hosts a Valentine’s-themed art show this Saturday, featuring a Polaroid photo booth and a marketplace of unique art and zines.
  • The Chinese Club of San Marino brings its annual Lunar New Year Festival to Lacy Park this Saturday with a day of cultural performances, games, and plenty of festive eats. FA
  • The Lunar New Year Celebration at One Colorado this Saturday features live music, traditional dragon and lion performances, crafts, red envelope giveaways and more. FA
  • The Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival pops up this Saturday with a day of cultural performances, live art, cooking demonstrations, and local vendors at an artisan alley. FA
  • This Saturday, Common Space Brewery is hosting a special fundraiser to raise money for Pups Without Borders, with an aim to support pets impacted by the LA fires. FA

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