We're all about the movies, music, and munchies this weekend. We have two generation-defining films, two musical festivals, and ample opportunities for beer and tacos, with a side of social justice. It's all happening Los Angeles.
Thursday, August 16
40th Anniversary of Grease
Do you have chills? Are they multiplying? Are you losing control? Well then you better shape up and catch this screening of Grease celebrating its 40th anniversary. Era appropriate attire is encouraged and there's even an afterparty in the lobby.
Land To Sea
Angel City Brewery is partnering with Surfrider LA for a special art exhibition benefitting One Watershed, a beach access initiative that brings at-risk kids from some of LA's most underserved communities to the beach for surf lessons.
Deets: Angel City Brewery- DTLA; 7 pm; Free; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @surfriderla
Friday, August 17
Lady Gaga Night - The Fame 10 Year Anniversary
Practice your best Poker Face and get ready to Just Dance in honor of the 10 year anniversary of Lady Gaga's The Fame.
Deets: Los Globos; 10 pm; $5+; More info HERE
Image courtesy of Club 90's
Saturday, August 18
To Kill A Mockingbird on 35mm
It's rare that a movie carries as much relevancy 56 years after its release as To Kill A Mockingbird does. Catch it on 35mm at The Vista, a theatre that's been around longer than this movie has.
Kenneth Tam Opening Reception
Using summer camp as the frame, Tam explored social dynamics within all-male groups and summer camp as a rite-of-passage. This video work features working-age men of all backgrounds that were invited participate in a three-day experimental summer camp, away from the strict social demands of waged work.
Deets: 18th Street Arts Center; 5 pm; Free; More info HERE
Image courtesy of 18th Street Arts Center
Saturday + Saturday
All My Friends
The cancellation of FYF left a hole in our musical festival loving heart, but luckily, All My Friends is here to fill it. The inaugural year of this two day festival is bringing artists including RL Grime, Gucci Mane, MIA, and Jamie XX to heart of the LA Arts District.
Deets: ROW DTLA - Alameda; Multiple Dates & Times; $89+; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @amfamfamf
Sunday, August 19
Los Angeles Taco Fest
LA has a lot of taco festivals, for good reason. This isn't just any other taco festival though. On top of its sweet lineups of vendors including Kogi and Epic Tacos, proceeds will be going to Jovenes to support homeless youth.
Deets: Grand Park; 12 pm; Free; More info HERE
Image courteys of @latacofestival
All Weekend
Echo Park Rising
A summer musical festival where venues are air conditioned, there's cheap drinks, and it's free? Sign us up. There's no better weekend for local music than Echo Park Rising. Pro tip: don't try to park in the area, it's not going to happen.
Deets: Echo Park; Multiple Dates & Times; Free; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @echoparkrising
Header image courtesy of @rmartinezzzz
