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Still blazing hot out there today, but we’ve got a few to-dos in mind if you’re ready to brave the heat.
On deck for this Saturday in L.A. you’ll find a Community Concert at LA Plaza, new exhibitions at the Torrance Art Museum, the El Segundo Art Walk, Fiesta Ballona in Culver City, Off the 405 at The Getty, and more.
Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission
Community Concert at LA Plaza – M FA > This Saturday, LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes hosts a community concert organized to spotlight the new temporary exhibition A Great Day in East L.A.: Celebrando the Eastside Sound—a multimedia exhibition that delves into the rich musical legacy of East Los Angeles. Tropa Magica and Buyepongo will both perform. La Junta DJs will provide supporting sets, and there will be food and drinks available for purchase. Runs from 6 to 10 p.m. and free to attend. More info here.
Exhibition Opening at TAM – FA > This Saturday, the Torrance Art Museum will host an evening reception to celebrate the opening of new fall exhibitions, including SUR: biennial, which examines the influence of Latin American cultures on contemporary art, and Affective Territories, Alternate Belongings, an international, media-focused exploration of identity and technology. The reception runs from 6 to 9 p.m., and works will remain on view through September 27. TAM is always free to attend. More info here.
El Segundo Art Walk – FA > On Saturday, an indie, self-guided art event highlights the creative businesses throughout Downtown El Segundo while showcasing local artists. Expect food trucks, live music, and extended hours from the El Segundo Museum of Art. Runs 3 to 9 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today
- Culver City’s annual Fiesta Ballona returns this Friday to Sunday at Veterans Memorial Park, featuring live performances, carnival rides, pool movie screenings, games, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, and a vendor village with local groups and artisan wares. FA
- Levitt Pavilion Los Angeles continues on Saturday with an evening of electro-rock and Latin beats featuring Kinky and Los Abandoned. FA
- Mount Wilson Observatory continues its Matinees series this Saturday with Envisioning the Skies: a Short History of Astronomical Films presented in a cozy 256-seat auditorium
- Off the 405 at The Getty comes to a close this Saturday with a performance from Emile Mosseri. FA
- The Department of Beaches and Harbors hosts Marina Movie Nights at Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey on select Saturdays in August and September, staring this weekend with Jumanji at 8 p.m. FA
- Maestro of the Movies is back at The Hollywood Bowl this Friday through Sunday with a three-day salute to John Williams features featuring selections from some of the composer’s most inspiring scores of the past half century.
- BONUS: Exclusive for We Like L.A. readers: Pacific Park is offering 50% OFF Unlimited Ride Wristbands at the Santa Monica Pier now through August 28. Just use the promo code WELIKELA50.
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