15 Labor Day Weekend Events in Los Angeles that are Actually Worth it

I don’t know about you, but the words labor day make me think of having a baby and Americans working too darn hard! While this holiday is a day” in honor of working people,” wouldn’t it be nice to get a break from fighting crowds in the name of FOMO events? Here’s a list of the 15 easiest Labor Day weekend events in Los Angeles to do just that.

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Specialty Bites for Labor Day Weekend

If you still haven’t had lobster this summer, sink your claws into this deal: the annual 3-Course Lobster Menu at The Palm DTLA. Pricing begins at $139 for two people and includes a starter, such as Lobster Bisque, a Jumbo Lobster main course, and a Dessert to share. Reserve here until September 1st.

How does an ice-cold Martini sound? Well, what if it were just $10 and still the regular size? Queen’s Raw Bar & Grill in Highland Park offers this special from 5 to 6 p.m. weekdays and from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Fridays. Menu options include a Classic Gin or Vodka Martini with a hint of dry vermouth, or a Swashbuckler Martini featuring house-made oyster and olive brine. That all pairs nicely with Queen’s signature Mackerel Tartare and a plate of Hushpuppies. Special hours for Labor Day are Noon to 6 p.m., and they’ll be pouring those specially priced martinis ALL DAY LONG!

Taste the #9 Pizzeria IN THE WORLD this Labor Day Weekend while they pop up at the Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica. Truly Pizza from Dana Point will be slicing from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, August 31st, and Monday, September 1st. Reserve on Resy.

Foodie Events

The 626 Night Market is happening from August 29th to August 31st at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia. Admission is $5.90 pre-sale, and children under three are admitted free. The Night Market features a variety of food stalls, crafts, games, and more. Hours are 4 p.m. to midnight. Get your tickets here.

Also for your consideration is the weekly Smorgasburg LA at Row DTLA. Sunday, August 31st, is the last day to enjoy Ice Cream Alley with favorites like Kinrose Creamery and the Churro Boss Truck. Also on deck are more than a dozen other foodie vendors. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with one hour of free parking included. Go early to avoid the rush. Admission is FREE!

August 30th is National Mai Tai Day, and Islands Restaurants usually celebrates with Mai Tais for just $5.99. Still confirming details for 2025. You can’t go wrong with Tonga Hut in the valley either.

Music and More

Head to The Hollywood Bowl on August 29th and 30th for the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour. Get your discounted tickets here! Sunday, August 31st, takes things in a different direction with Dave Koz and Friends, and tickets are available for less than $40.

Step back in time at Warner Bros. Studios with the TCM Classic Films Tour. The experience is 2-3 hours and includes the opportunity to Relive Classic Film Moments and explore over 100 years of film history. It’s the perfect Hollywood Way to spend an L.A. holiday.

In baseball news, the Dodgers are playing a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on August 29th, 30th, and 31st. Discounted tickets, beginning at $67, are hyperlinked for each date.

As far as FREE Concerts go, LACMA has its weekly Jazz on the Plaza on Friday at 6 p.m. and Latin Sounds on Saturday night at 5 p.m. Find the artists and the art here. There are also two KCRW Summer Nights Concerts this weekend, on Friday at Descanso Gardens and Saturday at the Bowers Museum. Check out the schedule here and reserve your spot. If you’re near MacArthur Park, check out Mambolero! on Friday, August 29th, at 7 p.m. at the Levitt Pavilion – also FREE, but be sure to reserve.

Lastly, on Saturday, August 30th, and Sunday, August 31st, you’ve got the Gelato Festival World Masters at Ovation Hollywood, which is great for the whole family. The event showcases the top ten gelato chefs in the country, who are competing to represent North America in the World Finals for 2026. Ticket prices begin at $22 for kids and include Tastings.  

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