What to do for the Rest of August in Los Angeles

August in Los Angeles might mean the end of the Summer, but it’s not over yet! Join me outside this month for free concerts, delicious events, screenings, and more!

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Week of August 21st-27th

Wednesday, August 23rd is a FREE Wine tasting with wine professional Sarah Mathias, from Regal Wines from 5 to 8 p.m. at The Hollywood Bowl. The 8 p.m. concert is Herbie Hancock. You don’t need to attend the concert to take advantage of the wine tasting, but it would be fun if you did.

Thursday, August 24th, and Friday August 25th brings you SMORGASBAR at Row DTLA. It’s an offshoot of the Smorgasburg LA street food festival-style, but this one’s at night. The event runs from 4 to 10 p.m. both days and features BBQ and music by DJ Diego Fuego.

Thursday, August 24th, also offers a one-night-only screening of Beauty and the Beast to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Disney. Tickets are $25 and include Popcorn, Beverage, and a Souvenir, which if you haven’t been to the movies in a while is a DEAL! Purchase here.

Thursday, August 24th to Sunday, August 27th is The World of Barbie at Santa Monica Place which lets you enter lifesize Barbie experiences like the Dreamhouse, Space, and of course, the Closet. Tickets begin at $25.50 for children 12 and under and $34.50 for adults. Purchase here for 1-hour time slots.

Friday, August 25th, is the final concert in The Commerce Summer Concert Season at The Commerce Casino with Flashback Heart Attack with special guests Led Zep Again and Twisted Gypsy. Tickets begin at just $9.55. and you can grab yours here.

Friday, August 25th, and every Friday until October, 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, August 26th offers a chance to go to C.A.M.P. which stands for Community | Art | Music | Picnic in Santa Monica. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Tongva Park and includes musical performances, craft making, and more. The event is free save for a few vendors like The Ice Guys. Don’t forget to pack a picnic! More info can be found here.

Saturday, August 26th, and Sunday, August 27th gives a chance for two KCRW Summer Nights Concerts in Chinatown and Santa Ana. The events begin at 8 p.m., and admission is FREE but be sure to reserve on the website.

Saturday, August 26th, and every Saturday until October, offers a FREE Latin Sounds Concert, beginning at 5 p.m. in the Hancock Park area of the LACMA compound in mid-city. The event is free.

Saturday, August 26th is also National Dog Day and Yogurtland is celebrating with some pup-approved merch whose proceeds benefit various animal charities around the country. Use the code DOGDAY to get 15% off Toys, T-Shirts, and More!

Sunday, August 27th, is Dirty Dancing at the ACE Hotel. This screening closes out their 80’s Extravaganza month. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for kids. If you pre-brunch at LOAM you can also treat yourself to 20% off your meal and a FREE POPCORN at the movies. Purchase here for the 2 p.m. show.

Sunday, August 27th from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. is a Wine tasting with winemaker Jim Knight, from Jellyroll Wines at The Hollywood Bowl. The concert at 6:30 p.m is Smooth Summer Jazz with Dave Koz and Friends.

Week of August 28th-31st

Tuesday August 29th to Thursday, August 31st, get tickets for as low as $59 to see Les Miserables at the Pantages in Hollywood. The show begins at 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, August 30th, and Thursday, August 31st, feature a Two Day Menu Takeover at Bread Head LA Featuring Ginza Nishikawa Shokupan. What that means is for two days, some of the best sandwiches in Los Angeles will be made using Shokupan. Stop into JuneShine Santa Monica at 2914 Main St. from Noon to 5 p.m. to get yours. Might I suggest the White Chocolate Ganache Peanut Butter, Blueberry Jam, and Neuskes Bacon ($14)?

Thursday, August 31st, brings you SMORGASBAR at Row DTLA. The event runs from 4 to 10 p.m. and features Korean Street Food from Chimmelier and music by DJ Que Madre.

Thursday, August 31st, also features The Four Seasons by Vivaldi at The Hollywood Bowl at 8 p.m. Get your discounted tickets for just $19 here.

ALL MONTH LONG!

• Bubble World offers rooms full of bubbly fun, including V.R. Technology and plain old-fashioned bubbles. Tickets begin at $20.90 for kids 4-14, and adults are $26.90. Purchase your tickets here. The event takes place in Montebello.
• The Friends Experience is happening in Long Beach most days in August. Guests can enjoy set recreation experiences, photo ops, and you’ll even take home a free mug. Tickets start at $30.

September Preview

Start planning now for the 7th Annual L.A. Times Food Bowl taking place during September in Los Angeles with curated dinners, events, and more. Tickets are already selling out so get moving if you’d like to attend any of the hot events below or anything throughout the month.