Things to do in los angeles this friday

Fall has indeed fallen: the leaves are crispy and on the ground, the temperature isn’t gonna get above 80 for a while, and we’d put money down that you’ve ingested something pumpkin spicy in the last week or so. So it’s no surprise there are a ton of great fall-flavored events happening this weekend, including an Oktoberfest throwdown, a country hoe-down, and a chance to stack LEGOs at an adults-only event. And if you’re looking for even more ideas for an epic weekend, you can get spooked at Halloween events, support local Latinx-owned businesses, or do a day trip in San Pedro.

By the way, you may have recently heard some infuriating and racist leaked audio featuring three city councilmembers and a local labor leader. While we wait for them to resign, it’s a good time to check out our LA voting guide for information on the November midterm elections, including important local and statewide races, how to vote by mail, and more.

Immerse yourself in your favorite shows at Netflix at the Grove

Opens Thursday, October 13 through the holidays
The Grove (Mid-City)
The first multi-title Netflix experience follows successful pop-ups built around individual shows and is fully taking over a 10,000-square-foot space for photo opps, shopping sprees, and more. Items for sale include the Hellfire Club shirt from Stranger Things, Shonda Rhimes’ new Bridgerton book, and Squid Game funkos. In December, they’re also going to open even more space with goodies from Emily In Paris, Enola Holmes, and their Christmas movie slate.
Cost: Free

Eat your way around the city with DineLA

Friday, October 14-Friday, October 28
All over the city
DineLA is back for its fall edition, bringing Angelenos two full weeks of discounted meals and deals across the city, including newcomers like Canopy Club and Melrose Place, as well as stalwarts like Beauty & Essex and Lunetta.
Cost: Varies

Doll up your walls at the Superfine Art Fair

Thursday, October 13–Sunday, October 16
The Magic Box (DTLA)
This annual art fair showcases dozens of local artists’ work, with curated selections that fit into just about every budget (pieces start at just $50.) There are multiple meet-the-artists events throughout the weekend, including a VIP gathering on Thursday and a bagels-and-bubbly brunch on Sunday.
Cost: $28+

Grab a bite at Hollywood’s newest destination eatery, Lemon Grove

Ongoing
1717 Vine St (Hollywood)
Frequent Top Chef contestant Marcel Vigneron helms the kitchen at this new rooftop restaurant, which sits atop the members-only Aster Club & Hotel. The menu is focused on seasonal freshness, with dishes like Hamachi Carpaccio Pizza with avocado and asian pear, Whole Grilled Branzino with chimichurri pickled peppers, and Lemon Pasta with kaffir lime and tom kha cream.
Cost: Varies

Get a free caffeine jolt at goodboybob

Through Sunday, October 16
Multiple locations
The luxury coffee roaster goodboybob is making sure you’re not bleary-eyed this weekend with a super-special: anyone who buys a bag of beans gets a free cold brew to go along with it. The offer is good this weekend while supplies last, so grab your fix asap.
Cost: Varies

Celebrate the season with booze at Oktoberfest at Fig@7th

Friday, October 14–Saturday, October 15
Fig@7th (DTLA)
DTLA’s mall/eatery/courtyard Fig@7th is throwing a big ‘ol 21+ Oktoberfest party with craft beer, schnitzel, bratwurst, and DJs curated by the Regent Theater.
Cost: Free

Yee-to-the-haw at Boots and Brews

Friday, October 14
Surfer’s Point Live (Ventura)
Country superstar Tim McGraw is the headliner at this end-of-festival-season bash out right by the water in Ventura. Openers include Michael Ray and Bailey Zimmerman and there will also be a ton of food and beer vendors, as well as line dancing.
Cost: $99+

Celebrate LA’s community of writers, publishers, and artists at the Print Bazaar

Saturday, October 15
BEYOND THE STREETS (La Brea)
Newly opened street art gallery Beyond the Streets is hosting its inaugural Print Bazaar in partnership with LA artist Ozzie Juarez and his South Central-based Tlaloc Studios, bringing the community an art market that blends book fair, zine fest, and flea market into one amazing event. Trust Records will keep guests on their feet with live music, Monty’s Good Burger will be slinging plant-based patties, and Liquid Death will make sure everyone stays hydrated.
Cost: Free admission.

Head to South LA for a Taste of Soul

Saturday, October 15
Crenshaw Blvd, between Stocker St. and Obama Blvd.
Family-friendly Taste of Soul returns to Crenshaw for its 17th annual festival featuring over 300 vendors selling everything from food to fashion to art and more, live performances, a beer garden, plus the Brenda Marsh-Mitchell Gospel Stage which will showcase choirs and choral ensembles and Children’s World, where kids can play games and activities. Skip driving and ride the newly opened Metro K Line to the Expo/Crenshaw station.
Cost: Free admission.

Get spooky (and boozy) at House of Spirits

Opens Saturday, October 15
Casa Vertigo (University Park)
The resurrection of this spooky season event is a super-immersive spectacle with more than 30 actors, tarot readings, and games, paired with four to five mini-craft cocktails guests can imbibe while stifling screams.
Cost: $65+

Make your inner child super happy at the LEGO® Center for Creative Flow

Saturday, October 15
1200 S Hope St (DTLA)
If you’re trying to find that childlike sense of wonderment within yourself again, make it happen at the LEGO® Center for Creative Flow, a one-off, adults-only event. You’ll get lessons in how to build lego flowers, plus adult libations as well.
Cost: Free

Get extreme at Red Bull Straight Rhythm

Saturday, October 15
Huntington Beach
This motorcycle race returns beachside after a COVID hiatus, with a two-stroke dirt bike race as the main event. The bikes will ride on a half-mile course that includes “whoops, jumps, and tabletops” and there’s also a vendor village with custom bikes, an art show, live music, and more.
Cost: $45-70

’Cue it up at Blocktoberfest

Sunday, October 16
Maple Block BBQ (Culver City)
To celebrate their seventh anniversary, Maple Block BBQ is throwing a massive bash with all-you-can-eat sausages, tri-tip, spare ribs and unlimited beer, as well as a collab with chef Eric Greenspan, who’s finally launching his long-in-the-works, super-great American Cheese (seriously!). There’s also a cornhole tournament, live music, prizes, and swag.
Cost: $55+; use the code BLKTBR22 for a discount while it lasts.

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