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We know it’s going to be a hot one today out there. But if you must get out and about, we’ve got a few ideas for you.
On tap for today in L.A. you’ll find the Montana Ave Art Walk, Snarky Puppy at The Soraya, the Muertos Artwalk, Carved at Descanso, the annual Scaredown in Torrance, and more.
Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission
Montana Ave Art Walk – FA > Santa Monica’s Montana Avenue closes to vehicle traffic between 7th and 17th Streets for the annual Montana Ave Art Walk. The ten-block community festival features local artists, neighborhood boutique shopping, a classic car show, food trucks, a kids’ teddy bear clinic, dog adoptions, and live music across two stages. Admission is free. Runs 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. More info here.
Muertos Artwalk – M FA > Olvera Street’s Muertos Artwalk is back this Saturday, offering a family-friendly outdoor marketplace celebrating local artists and traditional culture. Over 35 Los Angeles artisans showcase original artwork, handmade jewelry, clothing, and face painting alongside the street’s historic merchants. The event features a full lineup of live entertainment, including Xipe Totec Aztec Dancers, Ballet Folklorico Mi Lindo Mexico, and regional musical groups. Admission is free. Runs 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. More info here.
Snarky Puppy at The Soraya -> Five-time GRAMMY Award–winning collective Snarky Puppy makes their debut at The Soraya this Saturday alongside special guest Varijashree Venugopal. Led by Michael League, the genre-defying ensemble presents an evening of fusion, jazz, and R&B featuring music from their album Somni. Tickets cost $49–$99. Concert starts at 8 p.m. More info here.
Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today
- Beginning this weekend, Descanso Gardens’ family-friendly Carved returns with a pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, an illuminated railroad, whimsical wood spirits, hundreds of carved pumpkins and kid-friendly activities.
- The Fairplex transform into a fantastical Bavarian Oktoberfest every Friday and Saturday through October 17.
- The Long Beach Open Studio Tour opens the doors to over 80 studios and 120 artists across multiple neighborhoods every Saturday and Sunday through October 25. FA
- Night of the Jack is back at King Gillette Ranch on select dates through November 1.
- Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch in Culver City is back starting this weekend with family activities include photo ops in front of giant pumpkin installations, a straw maze, a super slide, petting zoo, giant rocking horses, and pumpkin decorating sessions.
- Old Torrance kicks off spooky season with the 10th Annual Scaredown in Downtown on Saturday. FA
- IKEA and XBOX are teaming up for a collaboration event featuring games, drawings, and prizes at the Burbank Ikea this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. FA
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