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There is A LOT happening in the city right now. And we’re not just talking about events. Still, we’re keeping the beat with a few cultural happenings to check out if the spirit moves you.
On deck this June 9-13 in Los Angeles, you’ll find a Twin Peaks screening at Vidiots, a Y2K party at Alcove and Big Bar, the Hollywood Fringe Fetsival, KCRW Summer Nights at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, the return of Shakespeare By the Sea, an exhibition opening celebration at The Hammer, and more.
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Things To Do This Week
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission, TP = Top Pick
Seoul Festival at Walt Disney Concert Hall – M > On Tuesday, the Seoul Festival at Walt Disney Concert Hall wraps up a 8-day run with a evening of chamber music by acclaimed Novus String Quartet and rising stars from South Korea, who will perform works by Brahms, Schumann, and more. Tickets available for as low as $24.50. Program begins at 8 p.m. Get more info here.
MUSKAT K Beauty Pop Up -> Now through Tuesday, K-Beauty brand MUSKAT continues its takeover of Melrose with a spotlighting eight of the hottest next-gen Korean skincare and makeup lines. Shop cult-faves like Amuse, Nutexture, and Unleashia at 20% off, explore the curated MUSKAT Lip Bar, and snap plenty of Instagram-worthy moments. The first 50 customers each day score a welcome gift valued at $50. Located at 8371 Melrose Avenue. More info here.
Twin Peaks: The Return at Vidiots – FA > Calling all David Lynch fans. This Wednesday, FANGORIA and streaming service MUBI team up for a one-night-only screening of episode 8 of Twin Peaks: The Return at Vidiots Theater in Eagle Rock. FANGORIA Digital Editor Angel Melanson hosts the evening, which will also include show trivia, a costume contest and giveaways. Free to attend with RSVP. Event starts at 6:30 p.m. More info here.
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Y2K Party at Alcove + Big Bar – FA TP > Alcove and Big Bar in Los Feliz throw it back in style with a full-blown Y2K summer party on Thursday, June 12 from 7:30 p.m. to midnight. Step into themed spaces that bring the early 2000s to life—from an Internet Café with retro cocktails, to a Sex & the City bar channeling all your favorite moments in drink form. Sip throwback-inspired creations in a Bath & Body Works tribute garden, hang out in two interactive MTV zones, or browse the Blockbuster Video Bar for movie-themed sips. There’s even a Y2K bedroom setup straight out of your teen dreams. Dress the part—prizes for best fit include gift cards, cocktails, and Big Bar’s private batch mezcal. Brown Sugar Burlesque performs a nostalgic set while DJ Chromequeen keeps the party bumpin’. More info here.
Hollywood Fringe Festival -> Starting Thursday, The Hollywood Fringe Festival returns for a summer run with hundreds of comedy shows, ensemble plays, dance performances, and immersive experiences taking over venues like Zephyr Theatre, The Broadwater, and Three Clubs, all running from June 12-29. More info here.
Waning Crescent at Oxy Arts – FA > This Thursday, Oxy Arts marks the the opening of Waning Crescent: a meztli projects group show with an evening of food, music and community. The new exhibition celebrates the journey of meztli projects in supporting Native and Indigenous artists. 11 artists made contributions to the new show. The reception runs 6 to 8 p.m. and is free to attend. More info here.
KCRW Summer Nights at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium – FA > On Friday, Cabrillo Marine Aquarium and KCRW are hosting a party with music sets from KCRW DJs and access to the aquarium. Guest will also get to hatch grunion eggs, explore tidepool animals, marvel at life-sized inflatable whales and head to the beach to witness the fascinating grunion run. The event is free but it requires registration. More info here.
Ivy Station Summer Kickoff – M FA > Ivy Station’s monthly night market kicks off summer this Friday with 30+ local vendors plus food trucks, craft beer, lawn games, and music. Free to attend as always. Runs 5 to 10 p.m. More info here.
The Hammer’s Exhibition Opening Celebration – FA TP > The Hammer is staying open late this Friday to celebrate the launch of the new Noah Davis exhibition. Expect after-hours gallery access, plus music in the courtyard all evening, and food/drinks available for purchase. Free to attend, but admission is granted on a first-come, first-served basis. Starts at 8 p.m. More info here.
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Common Space Brewery and LA Ale Works Block Party -> Head to Hawthorne this Friday as Common Space Brewery and LA Ale Works team up for a festive kickoff celebration to LA Beer Week. There will be Live music set at Common Space gets things started kicks off with live music beginning at 6 p.m.. Make sure to hop over to LA Ale Works for fun activations including flash tattoos, DJ sets, specialty drinks, and tunes from Wasabi (a Tribute to Red Hot Chili Peppers) beginning at 8:30 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Shakespeare By the Sea – FA > Beginning this Friday, the 28th anniversary season of Shakespeare By the Sea kicks off in June at The Bandshell at Recreation Park in Long Beach with productions of Shakespeares As You Like It and Julius Caesar. All shows are free to attend, but donations are gladly accepted. Performances run at locations throughout L.A. and Orange County through July 26. More info here.
Summer of Salsa – M FA > LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes’ Summer of Salsa returns for its second installment of 2025 this Friday. The Echo Park Project headlines the June event, with a free dance lesson kicking things off at 6 p.m., then the main set beginning at 7 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Pride Night at The Aquarium of the Pacific – M > In partnership with The LGBTQ Center Long Beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific is celebrating the LGBTQ+ community this Friday evening with an all ages event featuring drag queen storytelling, rainbow themed activities and much more. Tickets cost $24.95. More info here.
Outdoor Movies at the Skirball Cultural Center > The Skirball’s annual outdoor movies series returns this June, beginning with a screening of Black Panther this Friday. Guests are invited to come early to view the latest Skirball exhibition Jack Kirby: Heroes and Humanity, which delves into the six-decade career of legendary comic book artist Jack Kirby. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the film begins at 8:30 p.m. Tickets start at $18. More info here.
Dining & Drinking
(picks by Christina Champlin)
Moo’s Craft Barbecue Turns 4 -> Moo’s Craft Barbecue in Lincoln Heights celebrates four smokin’ years with a week of daily specials from June 12–15. The festivities kick off Thursday with Smoked Beef Cheek Tacos, followed by Friday’s lineup of Poc Chuc–style pork steak and handcrafted habanero citrus sausage. On Saturday, Moo’s teams up with Holy Basil for a Thai-meets-Texas BBQ feast featuring Smoked 5-Spice Duck, Paratha Whole Hog, Panang Curry Pork Belly Ends, and Savory Chrysanthemum Greens. Everything is first come, first served—and Moo’s full menu will also be available. More info here.
Majordōmo Weekday Pre Fixe -> Majordōmo spices up the start of your week with a $65 three-course prix fixe dinner, offered Mondays through Wednesdays in Chinatown. The meal kicks off with tuna carpaccio dressed in yuzu, avocado, and sesame, followed by either a salad with vinaigrette or their signature bing—a Chinese flatbread paired with a selection of dips. For the main event, dig into steak frites, served with golden fries and a rich béarnaise sauce. Bring your favorite bottle on Mondays—corkage is on the house. And don’t skip the new cocktails: sip on the vibrant Ichigo-Rita with reposado tequila and strawberry sake, the tropical POG Frozen, or the elegant Sakura Old Fashioned infused with ume and sakura bitters. More info here.
Tuesday BOGO at Blu Jam Café -> Blu Jam Café launches Two’s Day at Blu Jam, a summer-long Tuesday special running now through August 26. Buy any entrée—like their iconic Crunchy French Toast—and get a second dish of equal or lesser value free. The deal is available all day at all six Blu Jam locations.
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