41 Things to Do in September in Los Angeles after Labor Day
Labor Day might be behind us, but these 41 things to do in September in Los Angeles will make you feel like your life is one big holiday! Scroll to the end for events designed for the whole family, happening throughout the month.
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September 2nd to September 7th
Wednesday, September 4th, is the birthday of…LOS ANGELES and the city is 244 years young this year! Celebrate with a visit to the historic heart of Los Angeles: Olvera Street.
Friday, September 5th, is National Cheese Pizza Day, and restaurants like Round Table Pizza are offering hot deals, including discounts on Personal Pizzas for their rewards members. Historically, Prime Pizza has also offered discounts.
Friday, September 5th, and every Friday in September, offers FREE Jazz on the plaza at LACMA beginning at 6 p.m. You don’t need reservations, but arrive early to claim a seat or picnic spot.
Friday, September 5th, and every Friday until September 26th, is the Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting on the West Lawn of the Hollyhock House. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and ticket sales directly benefit the preservation of this historic space. Also on view is COLA 2025 “Design and Visual Artist Exhibition” at DCA’s Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery. Tickets begin at $47.75 for those choosing to imbibe and just $26.75 for designated drivers. A select number of tickets also include a tour of The Hollyhock House by Frank Lloyd Wright for an additional fee.
Saturday, September 6th, is a Free Comedy Show and Pizza Night in Santa Monica, featuring headliners Burt Teplitzky and Luz Pazos. Reserve on Eventbrite. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 6th, is Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Block Party: Celebrating L.A. Culture & Community.The FREE 6-hour block party is meant to reclaim Downtown L.A. and celebrate all Angelenos through culture, dance, theatre, food, and mLA Hours are 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Get more details here .
Saturday, September 6th, is a screening of This is Spinal Tap at The Hollywood Forever Cemetery at 8 p.m. Get your tickets here beginning at $25 before fees. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Remember to dress to impress!
Sunday, September 7th, is the first L.A. Rams game of the season against the Houston Texans. Get tickets here for the 1:25 p.m. game at SoFi Stadium.
September also happens to be Bourbon Heritage Month, and one of my favorite ways to enjoy it is with Bourbon Barrel-Aged Wine. 1000 Stories Wines is the originator of the aging process, which uses Bourbon Barrels to age only the finest selection of their crop. The one to try from them is the 1000 Stories Zinfandel.
September 8th to September 14th
Friday, September 12th, and every Friday in September, offers FREE Jazz on the plaza at LACMA beginning at 6 p.m. You don’t need reservations, but arrive early to claim a seat or picnic spot.
Friday, September 12th, and every Friday until September 26th, is the Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting on the West Lawn of the Hollyhock House. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and ticket sales directly benefit the preservation of this historic space. Also on view is COLA 2025 “Design and Visual Artist Exhibition” at DCA’s Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery. Tickets begin at $47.75 for those choosing to imbibe and just $26.75 for designated drivers. A select number of tickets also include a tour of The Hollyhock House by Frank Lloyd Wright for an additional fee.
Friday, September 12th to the 14th, is Chicago at the Hollywood Bowl with a Fireworks Finale. Get tickets beginning at $41 here.
Friday, September 12, and Saturday, September 13th, is The 2nd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine. Forty-six of the best chefs in Los Angeles will be gathering in Manhattan Village, and besides having an awesome time, you can drink and dine with confidence knowing that it benefits the Culinary Careers Program (C•CAP). Get your ticket in the event link.
Saturday, September 13th, is Noche de Cumbia at The Ford in Hollywood. Tickets are hyperlinked.
Saturday, September 13th, is Family Style Food Festival LA, presented at LA Historic Park. Restaurant highlights include Kato, N/Soto, Holy Basil, and dozens more. Tickets begin at $47, and that includes 5 Free Meal Tickets.
Sunday, September 15th, is the start of Hispanic Heritage Month. September 15th is National Independence Day in many Latin American countries, such as Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Guatemala, among others. This is why the celebration runs from September 15th until October 15th, rather than starting on September 1st.
- An event to consider is the 17th Annual Hola México Film Festival, presented by Toyota, taking place from September 12th to September 20th, from Hollywood to downtown Los Angeles. Learn more here.
Sunday, September 14th, is an LA Family Soundscapes Concert at The Ford Theater in Hollywood. Hangawi: The Autumn Festival of Korea is a celebration of Korean culture that’s best for audiences from 3 to 11, which is reflected by an 11:30 a.m. showtime. Best of all, you can get up to two FREE Tickets for children under 12 with each adult ticket purchase, plus enjoy crafts beginning at 10 a.m. It’s truly an event not to be missed for the Sunday Funday family. Get tickets here.
September 15th to September 21st
Tuesday, September 16th, is National Guacamole Day, which is less exciting than National Avocado Day because Chipotle doesn’t honor it :). Visit Tocaya and enjoy a FREE half-size side of chips and guac with any $15+ when you purchase through their Rewards program.
Thursday, September 18th, is National Cheeseburger Day, which is the perfect excuse to indulge. While I’m sure McDonald’s and Burger King will offer a nearly free meal deal, I’d save your calories for something a little more special. Burgers Never Say Die and For the Win are still two of my favorites in the city.
Friday, September 19th, and every Friday until September 26th, is the Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting on the West Lawn of the Hollyhock House. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and ticket sales directly benefit the preservation of this historic space. There’s also a slew of artists outside the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery selling their work, most of which is tied to a good cause. Tickets begin at $47.75 for those choosing to imbibe and just $26.75 for designated drivers. A select number of tickets also include a tour of The Hollyhock House by Frank Lloyd Wright for an additional fee.
Friday, September 19th, is the return of The Los Angeles Haunted Hayride at Griffith Park. This year features a partnership with the Mistress of the Dark herself, Elvira (Cassandra Peterson). Tickets begin at $38.99, and the hayride runs through November 2nd. Get yours here.
Also, on Friday, September 19th, is the kickoff of Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns at the South Coast Botanical Garden in Palos Verdes. Get details here. The lights stay on in this pumpkin patch until November 2nd. It’s a little more child-friendly than the Haunted Hayride.
Last on the Halloween lineup: Friday, September 19th, is the start of The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor: Summoned by the Seas in Long Beach. The world’s most haunted ship runs select nights through November 2nd, with tickets starting at $45.99.
Friday, September 19th, and every Friday in September, offers FREE Jazz on the plaza at LACMA beginning at 6 p.m. You don’t need reservations, but arrive early to claim a seat or picnic spot.
Friday, September 19th through the 21st, is Oktoberfest at Benny Boy Brewing. The 3-day fest is FREE to enter and features Beers and Ciders, Live Music, Pop-up Food Vendors, and more. Wear your lederhosen and dirndls for $1 off steins. The event is for individuals 21 and over only.
Saturday, September 20th, features West Side Story, presented by the L.A. Opera, at a discounted price. Click the link for details, including additional show dates – as it runs through October 12th, 2025.
September 22nd to September 30th
Monday, September 22nd, is the first day of fall. Celebrate the Autumn Equinox with a visit to Oak Glen, California, and some Apple Picking.
Monday, September 22nd to the 24th, is Rosh Hashanah and Gelson’s is making it easier than ever to host. They’ve got 5 different dinners for 4 people, like a CAB® Beef Brisket Dinner or BBQ Rotisserie priced at just $90. Orders can be placed at gelsons.com through September 22nd with pickup from the 22nd to the 24th.
Thursday, September 25th, is National Lobster Day, and The Lobster in Santa Monica is the perfect place to stretch your claws out. Visit from 3 to 6 p.m. for their Daily Happy Hour or 2 Buck Shuck from 5 to 6 p.m. for Oysters.
Friday, September 26th, is the LAST the Barnsdall Fridays Wine Tasting on the West Lawn of the Hollyhock House. Hours are 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and ticket sales directly benefit the preservation of this historic space. There’s also a slew of artists outside the Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery selling their work, most of which is tied to a good cause. Tickets begin at $47.75 for those choosing to imbibe and just $26.75 for designated drivers. A select number of tickets also include a tour of The Hollyhock House by Frank Lloyd Wright for an additional fee.
Friday, September 26th, offers FREE Jazz on the plaza at LACMA beginning at 6 p.m. No reservation is needed, but arrive early to claim a seat or a spot for a picnic.
Saturday, September 27th, is a night of FREE Culture, as the LA Opera presents a West Side Story Simulcast called “Opera in the Park” for audiences in Altadena and Santa Monica. Sign up in advance at these links, LAOpera.org/Beach or LAOpera.org/Park, and you could even receive a free gift.
Saturday, September 27th, is the Worldwide Day of Play at the Southern California Children’s Museum. Admission is FREE and includes Bubble Art, Music, and much more! Reserve your free spot here.
Saturday, September 27th, is the inaugural fashion show for the Tierra Del Sol Foundation. The show will be showcasing the fashions of eight differently-abled artists ahead of their six-week museum run at Tierra del Sol’s Gallery (7414 Santa Monica Blvd). Grab your FREE tickets here for the 2 p.m. show at Fiesta Hall at Plummer Park in West Hollywood.
Sunday, September 28th, marks the fourth anniversary of The Academy Museum in Mid-City, and they are celebrating with FREE Admission and Free Matinee Screenings. Reservations are encouraged but not necessary. See details here.
Monday, September 29th, is National Coffee Day, which promises the perfect jittery start to your week if you take advantage of all the FREE CUPS OF COFFEE coming your way. I always enjoy Krispy Kreme since they throw in a free doughnut, too.
Need Ideas for the Family? These are Happening All Month Long
- Afterschool Happy Hour is back at All’Acqua in Glendale. This means Specialty Priced Drinks and Bites for kids and parents alike from 5 to 7 p.m. on weekdays. I don’t know about you, but that sounds like the perfect no-mess dinner!
- Embrace your inner tourist and take a ride on the Swan Boats of Echo Park. Boats depart daily every 12 minutes, and the rides last approximately one hour. This pre-purchase will ensure you don’t have to wait. Children up to 17 are $7.50, and adults are $12. Map yourself to 751 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles. While you’re there, enjoy a bite from Piknik, from the folks behind The Lonely Oyster.
- Speaking of living the tourist life, are you one of those folks who has never hiked to the Hollywood Sign even though you’ve been an Angeleno for several decades? Sign up for the Hollywood Sign Hiking Tour to Griffith Observatory if you want to explore the natural side of this sprawling city while getting to the highest photo spot near the sign. It’s $38.95 a person, with 3-hour tours that leave at different times throughout the day. Even kids are allowed ($34.95). Purchase here.
- The Culver Hotel turns 101 this month and they’re celebrating with a $101 Meal for 2. The coursed dinner includes historic dishes from the hotel and takes place beginning at 5 p.m. in The Grand Lobby Dining Room. Live music starts at 7 p.m. nightly so make it a date night to remember and kick things off when the sun goes down. Reserve here .
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