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Heading into this Super Bowl weekend, the big game is on a lot of minds. But if you’re no fan of the pigskin, we’ve got a few other ideas to direct you towards.
On tap this February 6-8 in Los Angeles, you’ll find the debut of The Willows at a mansion in West Adams, What A Wonderful World at the Variety Art Theater, the South Pasadena Arts Crawl, The Bunny Bowl, Sounds of L.A. at The Getty, Wild Up at The Broad, and more.
Things To Do This Weekend
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
The Willows -> From the creators behind Creep JFI Productions, The Willows is an immersive, two-hour theatrical experience that fuses dinner theater with psychological horror, set to open this Thursday. Set inside the historic Beckett Mansion near West Adams, the show welcomes just 25 guests into an intimate (and increasingly unsettling) family gathering. Forget jump scares—this is slow-burn tension at its finest, driven by surreal moments, creeping dread, and performances so convincing you’ll feel pulled straight into the story. Actors stay fully in character and engage directly with guests, making participation part of the thrill. Tickets are $250 per person and routinely sell out. Hosted drinks and hors d’oeuvres are included. Engagements run through March 29. More info here.
What A Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem – FA TP > Beginning this Friday, the Julia Stoschek Foundation takes over all six floors of the Variety Arts Theater with What A Wonderful World: An Audiovisual Poem, marking the first U.S. presentation of the renowned collection. The immersive exhibition blurs the boundaries between art and cinema, pairing major video works by artists like Marina Abramović, Doug Aitken, Paul McCarthy, and Wolfgang Tillmans with silent and classic films by pioneers including Alice Guy-Blaché, Georges Méliès, Luis Buñuel, and Walt Disney, turning viewers into active participants in a sensory journey. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to midnight, it’s free to attend—with complimentary popcorn. Runs through March 20. More info here.
NHM First Fridays – M > Celebrate 20 years of First Fridays at the Natural History Museum with a night of music, science, and after-hours exploration this Friday. February kicks off the “Life, From Our Guts to the Galaxy” discussion series, featuring a deep dive into how microscopic life shapes human identity. Catch live performances by headliner Jay Som and Georgia Maq in the North American Mammal Hall, or dance to sets from KCRW DJs Novena Carmel and Wyldeflower among the dioramas. Admission includes access to the Fierce! The Story of Cats exhibition before it closes later this month, plus local food trucks and themed cocktails. Public tickets are $30, though members get in for $20 and enjoy early entry at 5:30 p.m. Runs 6 to 10 p.m. More info here.
First Friday in Bixby Knolls -> Bixby Knolls’ favorite community activation returns to celebrate Black History Month and Bob Marley’s birthday this Friday. The evening features a special lineup including the “African Americans in Rock n Roll” exhibit at the Expo Arts Center and live reggae from Devine Timing and Lovers Bash Sound. Local spots like Ambitious Ales and Lola’s will offer themed food and “Bag Juice” boozy slushies, while KUBO hosts an artist-in-residence opening. Explore over a dozen live music sets and art pop-ups along Atlantic Avenue. Admission is free. Runs 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. More info here.
The Fifteen Percent Pledge Block Party – TP> Celebrate Black History Month at the Paramount Backlot this Saturday with a massive festival featuring 100+ Black-owned businesses. Shop “stoop sales” from brands like ISM Fashion House, visit retail pop-ups like Brother Vellies, and grab bites from food trucks like Lettuce Feast. The weekend includes live music, book signings, and sets by DJ Hed and Tommy the Clown. Tickets are required and event is 21+. A weekend pass is $40 and a Sunday ticket is $25. More info here.
South Pasadena Arts Crawl – M FA > This Saturday, take a stroll through South Pasadena’s historic Mission Street district for a family-friendly night of art and community. This seasonal “Neighborhood-Night-on-the-Town” features local art exhibitions, live music, and interactive activities like making Valentine’s Day boxes or Chinese scrolls. Explore local shops with open houses, special discounts, and pop-up vendors. Free to attend. Runs 2 to 7 p.m. More info here.
Casa Kyoto: Craft & Design Forum – M > This month, the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center brings Kyoto to Little Tokyo with Casa Kyoto: Craft & Design Forum, a rare two-weekend gathering of 16 master artisans from Kyoto, many visiting the U.S. for the first time. From February 7-8 and February 14-15, explore handcrafted works from Nishijin-ori textiles and metalwork to glass, furniture, and culinary goods for sale. Join hands-on workshops in everything from tea ceremony and prayer-bead making to gold-leaf techniques and hinoki woodworking. Pieces range from about $23 up to $50,000, and workshop tickets vary by session starting at $25, with a 10 % discount for booking three or more.
The Bunny Bowl -> Get ready for the Big Game’s halftime energy early at the Nativo Casita in Highland Park on Saturday This Bad Bunny-themed bash features a look-alike competition, DJ sets by No Effort Radio, and flash tattoos. Shop the Planeta pop-up or hit the photo booth between drinks. The night also supports Inclusive Action, a nonprofit focused on economic justice for street vendors. The party is free to attend, though early arrival is recommended. Runs 5 to 10 p.m. More info here.
Lunar New Year Celebration at Ovation Hollywood – M FA > Celebrate the Year of the Horse at Ovation Hollywood’s courtyard this Saturday with a family-friendly festival featuring martial arts, traditional dance, and live music. Guests can enjoy fan painting and origami at various craft stations. A major highlight is the East-meets-West fashion show by designer Kiki Wang, blending traditional regal elements with modern glamour. The event is free and runs noon to 3 p.m. More info here.
Sounds of LA: Pamyua – FA > On Saturday and Sunday, experience “Inuit Soul” at the Getty Center with Pamyua, a group blending Indigenous Arctic drumsongs with modern funk and R&B. Founded by the Blanchett brothers, the ensemble creates a “blizzard of interlocking harmonies” that honors Yup’ik-Inuit culture through contemporary vocalization. While tickets are free, a reservation is required and serves as your museum entry. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Saturday and 4 p.m. on Sunday. More info here.
Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden -> Starting this Saturday and Sunday, The South Coast Botanic Garden celebrates Lunar New Year with three consecutive weekends of special activities and live performances, including lion dancers. Free with garden admission, which starts at $18 for adults. More info here.
Wild Up: The Great Learning at The Broad –M > This Saturday, The Broad invites Angelenos to a one-of-a-kind sound experience featuring Grammy-nominated ensemble Wild Up. They’ll offer a community performance of Cornelius Cardew’s The Great Learning, teaching the work to a public ensemble as voices and percussion unfold through listening and response—blurring the line between performer and participant in a ritual of collective sound. Performances are at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tickets are $25 and include access to The Broad’s special exhibition Robert Therrien: This is a Story. More info here.
STRONG Pilates West Hollywood Grand Opening -> STRONG Pilates officially opens its West Hollywood studio with a full weekend of fun. Known for its high-energy, low-impact format, STRONG fuses Pilates, cardio, and strength into one workout designed for those who row, ride, and reform. Guests can tour the studio, meet the team, and explore classes and memberships while enjoying partner-led workouts with Aurora Science, Therabody, Dermalogica, and StretchLab, plus on-site wellness vendors serving mocktails, protein drinks, and açaí bowl samples. Expect giveaways, raffles, and swag bags packed with wellness essentials. More info here.
F*CK ICE MAKE ART – FA TP > This Sunday, Channel your creativity into activism at The Midnight Hour for a community art session and supply trade. This gathering invites guests to create protest posters, zines with resource hotlines, or art prints to protect local spaces. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own supplies and snacks, or utilize the free art table where you can leave or take materials. This resistance-focused event is free and takes place at 1101 San Fernando Rd. Runs noon to 4 p.m. More info here.
Día del Cariño: Valentine’s Day Workshop -> Celebrate “El día del Cariño” at the Museum of Latin American Art during their annual Children’s drop-in card-making session on Sunday. This all-ages event opens the MOLAA Art Studio to the community, providing a creative space to craft personalized Valentine’s cards with provided materials and kind messages. It is a wonderful way to experience the traditions of this holiday as celebrated in both the U.S. and Latin America. Admission to the workshop is free. Runs 1 to 3 p.m. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Arroz & Fun at Chifa (February 7) -> Lincoln Heights Arroz & Fun heads to Chifa in Eagle Rock serving coffee, breakfast, and lunch. The opening party runs Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring new menu items, the return of the Bolo Boa Breakfast, Cipota Coffee, cocktails, and DJ sets spinning throughout the afternoon. More info here.
Hokkaido Fried Chicken for Super Bowl Sunday (February 8) -> Hokkaido Fried Chicken levels up game day with an eight-piece Japanese fried chicken bucket inspired by zangi, Hokkaido’s deeply seasoned style of fried chicken, marinated in a sweet-and-spicy soy sauce before frying. The bucket comes with your choice of two sides (charshu pork fried rice, wasabi mashed potatoes with charshu gravy, miso slaw, or cucumber salad) for $42.99. Preorders are open now through Sunday, and the full menu of tenders, sandwiches, and nuggets is also available for pickup and delivery. More info here.
Super Bowl Sunday at Danny Boy’s Famous Original Pizza (February 8) -> Danny Boy’s, our go-to for classic New York–style slices, is throwing a Super Bowl watch party at its Westwood location with a big-screen TV, plenty of pizza, plus beer and wine flowing. Seating is first-come, first-served. Staying home? Danny Boy’s DTLA and Westwood locations are offering game-day packages starting at $90, designed to feed 6–22 people, featuring NY-style cheese or pepperoni pies, crispy Buffalo hot wings with housemade ranch, and Caesar salads. More info here.
Super Bowl Sunday at Yi Cha (February 8) -> Korean gastropub Yi Cha in Highland Park opens at noon on game day and turns the main dining room into prime viewing, with the game projected on the wall and bar seating available first-come, first-served. Not here for football? The alleyway stays game-free. For takeout, Yi Cha goes big with Korean fried chicken, gochu buffalo wings, pimento scallion pork ribs, and more. Preorders close Friday at 5 p.m. for Sunday pickup. More info here.
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