Dirty Little Secrets Rock Burlesque – First Wednesdays @ The Copper Door
9:00 pm – 11:00 pm, August 5
The Copper Door, Downtown Santa Ana
http://www.facebook.com/events/912260378832892/
Get your fill of burlesque every first Wednesday of the month at The Copper Door in Downtown Santa Ana, for free! Guests can park on the street for free after 8pm. No one under 21 may enter.
IPA Day @ Valiant Brewing
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, August 6
Valiant Brewing, Orange
http://www.facebook.com/events/1648486905364885/
Celebrate IPA Day this Thursday evening at Valiant Brewing in Orange as they bring their Overdrive Quad IPA out on draft and in bottles.
El Segundo/Monkish Collaboration Beer Release
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, August 6
Select Beer Store, Redondo Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/824680040981172/
Come enjoy the release of Beer.Hops.Love. (Hoppy Belgian-style Tripel) collaboration between local brewing powerhouses El Segundo Brewing Company and Monkish Brewing Company. No admission required – simply show up and savor this brew.
45 Grave @ The World Famous Doll Hut
6:00 pm – 12:00 am, August 6
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/1095922713754639/
Release some mid-week aggression at this local punk show at the Doll Hut this Thursday night. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.
62nd Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo
8:00 am – 12:00 pm, August 7
Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier, Long Beach
http://www.alfredosbeachclub.com/seafest-fishing.html
This FREE kids’ fishing contest will provide a safe environment for kids to learn how to fish, about fishing equipment, and about the environment. All participants must supply their own rod and reel – the event will provide bait and tackle.
626 Night Market
4:00 pm – 1:00 am, August 7-9
Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
http://www.626nightmarket.com/
The largest Asian night market in America returns to Santa Anita Park this weekend. For just $3 to enter, this flea market of sorts will host tons of vendors selling Asian wares, merchandise, apparel, appliances, food, drinks, and more.
First Fridays
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, August 7
Various locations
Long Beach: http://firstfridayslongbeach.com/
Venice: http://www.abbotkinney1stfridays.com/
This monthly artwalk occurs on the first Friday of every month. Each location offers different activities, but most will contain food & drink specials, art exhibits & displays, street performers, and more. Venice and Long Beach have the two largest gatherings of all First Fridays. Other locations include Westchester, Fullerton, and City of Industry. Most First Fridays locations cost nothing to attend, while the local businesses uphold their standard rules (e.g. bars 21+ only).
4th Annual Ribs, Pigs, & Watermelons – Beer Festival & Pro BBQ Competition
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, August 7
10:00 am – 8:00 pm, August 8
10:00 am – 5:00 pm, August 9
Huntington Beach State Beach, Huntington Beach
http://www.rpwbbq.com/
Indulge in BBQ, pork, watermelons, and beer this weekend in Huntington Beach. Grill masters from across the country will fly in to compete for the grand prize of $10,000, and attendees will share the delight to sampling all the delicious meaty goodness. Attendees will also find all the watermelon they can eat, as well as watermelon-related activities such as carving, seed-spitting, eating contests, and more. Also catch live music all weekend on the stage. General admission valid for all three days cost $10, $5 for children ages 8-12, and free for younger children. General admission only grants entry to the festival – all attendees must pay for food separately.
67th Annual La Habra Corn Festival
5:30 pm – 11:00 pm, August 7
11:00 am – 11:00 pm, August 8
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm, August 9
El Centro Park, La Habra
http://lahabracornfestival.com/
This city fair celebrates corn with food, rides, games, drinks, vendors, merchandise, raffles, entertainment, and more. This fair will have a parade on Saturday afternoon too. Free to attend for all ages, visitors can also participate in a corn-eating contest, cutest baby contest, dog costume contest, apple pie contest, and more.
Brew at the Zoo
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, August 7
Los Angeles Zoo, Los Angeles
http://lazoo.org/brew/
This craft beer fest at the Los Angeles Zoo will allow you to drink while exhibiting the animals. Also expect to see comedians, DJs, bands, vendors, and more. General admission costs $50, starts at 7pm, and includes unlimited 5oz beer tasters and entry into the park to look at the animals. VIP admission costs $99, starts at 6pm, and includes access to two VIP lounges. No one under 21 may attend.
Duane Peters Gunfight @ The World Famous Doll Hut
8:00 pm – 1:00 am, August 7
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/822535934492885/
Get your weekly dose of punk rock this Friday night at the Doll Hut in Anaheim. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.
The Secret Affair – 60’s Night
9:00 pm – 1:00 am, August 7
Alex’s Bar, Long Beach
http://www.alexsbar.com/event/919781-secret-affair-long-beach/
Occurring on every month’s first Friday, this 60’s night at Alex’s Bar will play all vinyl music of motown, northern soul, boogaloo, 60’s pop, and more. Feel free to dress up too, as the bar staff will hold costume contests and dance contests.
8th Annual Surf Guitar Convention & Festival
8:00 am – 8:00 pm, August 8
Garden Grove Elks Lodge 1952, Garden Grove
http://surfguitar101.com/convention/HOME.html
Come see lots of surf music bands perform at this benefit show. This all-day all-ages show costs $30 to attend.
2015 Lucas Oil Long Beach Sprint Nationals
8:00 am – 5:00 pm, August 8-9
Marine Stadium, Long Beach
http://www.scscracing.com/
Powerboat racers from across the country will congregate in Long Beach this weekend for this annual competition. Admission costs $15 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.
3rd Annual Pawsapalooza: Dog Walk & Festival
9:00 am – 2:00 pm, August 8
West Hollywood Park, West Hollywood
http://www.pawsla.org/pawsapalooza-2015/
This free and all-ages event unites dogs and dog lovers for a day of furry friendly fun. Experience dog performance demos, free treats & pet goodies, arts & crafts, costume contests, and more.
10th Annual Cardiff Dog Days of Summer
9:30 am – 6:00 pm, August 8
Cardiff Town Center, Cardiff
http://www.cardiffdogdaysofsummer.com/
Want a little exercise, socialization, and bonding with your dog? Come enjoy dog contests, custom pet products and animal adoptions. Vendors will display the latest dog products and much more. San Diego County’s largest dog-centric event draws thousands attendees from all over San Diego to see over 200 vendors, dog contests, live music, food, an agility course, a doggie photo booth, doggie crafts and a large silent auction. Completely free to attend for all ages, attendees should park at or near Encinitas City Hall and take the free shuttle.
2015 Reptile Super Show
10:00 am – 6:00 pm, August 8
11:00 am – 5:00 pm, August 9
Fairplex, Pomona
http://reptilesupershow.com/
Check out all things reptiles and amphibians at this weekend expo at the Fairplex in Pomona. Open to all ages, attendees will find reptiles, amphibians, turtles, supplies, cages, lights, supplements, educational workshops, and more. Admission costs $14 for adults and $9 for children 12 and under – check the website for a printable coupon good for $1 off admission. Parking costs $10 per vehicle – guests must enter through blue gate 9, located on White Avenue south of Arrow Hwy.
7th Annual Unique LA Summer Show
11:00 am – 6:00 pm, August 8-9
The California Market Center, Downtown Los Angeles
http://www.uniqueusa.com/markets-la
The largest independent design show in the country, attendees get the rare chance to meet and shop directly from hundreds of hand-selected designers and artists. The exciting two-day shopping event makes it easy for you to buy local and support LA’s economy, discover great design and deals, join in community, and have a blast. The $10 admission allows for unlimited reentry for both days, and anyone buying presale online will receive a free tote bag. Guests over 21 can receive free cocktails, while all guests may receive other free drinks, like teas and waters. The show will also feature some of LA’s most popular restaurants and food trucks serving their delicious food. Parking directly at the venue costs $6, while nearby parking lots will range from $3-5.
3rd Annual ScareLA
11:00 am – 6:00 pm, August 8-9
Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena
http://scarela.com/
Welcome to Southern California’s premier Halloween convention. At this weekend event, get a glimpse at all things Halloween, preview this year’s top costumes, and get info on the world’s scariest haunted houses or mazes. Check out over a hundred Halloween vendors, makeup artists, scare demos, costume demos, and more. Visitors may also want to wear their costume to this expo to “practice” for Halloween! The price of admission varies based on the day of attendance, and any of the extras included with admission. General admission (no extra goodies) costs $35 on Saturday and $30 on Sunday. See the website for a full breakdown of prices.
28th Annual Long Beach Jazz Festival
11:00 am – 10:30 pm, August 8-9
Rainbow Lagoon Park, Long Beach
http://www.longbeachjazzfestival.com/
Soak in the sun with classy R&B and jazz music this weekend in Long Beach. Discover the best in local music under the sun in the park by the beach, and check out the local food and art also available at this all-ages fest. Admission varies based on attendance method, with rates starting at $50. Parking in nearby lots and structures cost $10 per vehicle – consider parking in the neighborhood east of Alamitos Avenue to circumvent parking fees.
Star Wars: It’s A Tap!
11:00 am – 11:00 pm, August 8
Pizza Port, San Clemente
http://www.facebook.com/events/697272197074251/
Pizza Port will tap & pour Star Wars themed beers all day for $3 or $4 a pint depending on the beer. They will also have food specials, movies, costume contests, and more. No admission required – you only pay for what you consume.
9th Annual Los Angeles Skacore Invasion
1:00 pm – 12:00 am, August 8
Plaza De La Raza, Los Angeles
http://www.fla.vor.us/skacoreinvasion15
Check out this all-day all-ages ska/punk/reggae/hardcore outdoor concert going on this Saturday in Los Angeles, complete with two stages and over 30 bands. Tickets cost $22 presale or $28 at the door.
LA Weekly’s Burgers & Beer
2:00 pm – 7:00 pm, August 8
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum & Sports Arena, Los Angeles
http://microapp.laweekly.com/burgersandbeer/2015/
Hang with hipsters at this gourmet foodie and craft beer event in Los Angeles this Saturday afternoon. Find burgers from dozens of Los Angeles County’s hottest burger joints, and enjoy beer samples from dozens of Southern Californian microbreweries. General admission starts at 3pm and costs $75 with beer or $55 without beer. VIP admission costs $90 and starts at 2pm. All attendees receive unlimited samples until it runs out. No one under 21 may attend.
Hollywood Beer & Music Festival
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, August 8
The Reserve Lot @ Hollywood & Vine, Hollywood
http://www.hollywood-beerfestival.com/
Get chocolate-wasted in Hollywood this Saturday afternoon complete with bros, hos, brews, queues, and more. General admission costs $35 and starts at 4pm. VIP admission costs $50, starts at 3pm, and has access to exclusive cocktails. No one under 21 may attend.
2015 Long Beach Grand Cru
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, August 8
South Coast Botanic Garden, Palos Verdes Estates
http://www.longbeachgrandcru.org/
Wine lovers will not want to miss this year’s Long Beach Grand Cru, a wine competition and tasting extravaganza, featuring some really rare and/or expensive wines. General admission costs $250 and starts at 6pm, while VIP admission costs $350 and starts at 5pm, but also includes access to a VIP area with premium food and drinks.
Larrypalooza
5:00 pm – 1:30 am, August 8
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/1594412624161805/
Check out this long punk show featuring many local bands this Saturday evening at the Doll Hut in Anaheim. The cover for this show costs only $5 if entering before 7pm, or $7 afterwards. No one under 21 may enter.
Art Crawl Experience
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, August 8
Center Street Promenade, Downtown Anaheim
http://www.downtownanaheim.com/artcrawlexperience
Downtown Anahiem will see a variety of activities and exhibits this Saturday night. Visitors can expect to find tons of art exhibits, live music, food, food trucks, drinks, yoga, dance, and more. Visitors may park for free in the parking structure located at S Clementine Street and W Oak Street.
The Full Pint 7th Anniversary Celebration
6:00 pm – 2:00 am, August 8
The Lost Knight, Echo Park
http://thefullpint.com/events/tfp8/
This beer fest will bring out the big guns, as The Full Pint brings out all the rare beers that attendees can handle. A VIP session starts at 6pm, but has already sold out. General admission starts at 8:30pm and costs $10 to enter – from there, attendees will pay for beer as they go, and each beer will vary in price.
Screeching Weasel: Live in Southern California
7:00 pm – 1:00 am, August 8, The Observatory, Santa Ana http://www.observatoryoc.com/event/screeching-weasel
7:00 pm – 1:00 am, August 9, The Observatory, North Park, San Diego http://observatorysd.com/?event_id=5838085
Famous punk band Screeching Weasel will headline all-ages shows in three consecutive days in California this weekend, with two of them taking place in Southern California. Each show has a different ticket price, so click on a link for details.
Punk Night @ Fitzgerald’s
8:30 pm – 1:00 am, August 8
Fitzgerald’s, Huntington Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/832678750139864/
Enjoy a local punk show this Saturday night in Huntington Beach. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.
Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show
5:00 am – 2:00 pm, August 9
Fairplex, Pomona
http://www.pomonaswapmeet.com/
See thousands of original and restored classic cars at the Fairplex this Sunday morning. Many of the vendors will also sell automotive accessories, parts, and more as well. This all-ages show cost $10 to enter, while children 10 and under get in free with a paid adult admission. Parking costs $10 per vehicle – guests must enter via gate 17 on Fairplex Drive, directly off the 10 freeway.
7th Annual OC Fair Fun Run 5K
8:00 am – 12:00 pm, August 9
OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
http://www.ocfair5k.com/
The OC Fair hosts a 5K at the fairgrounds this Sunday morning. Registration costs $40 presale and $45 on the day of the race, if any spots remain. Children ages 6-12 register for $25 presale and $30 on the day of the race, if any spots remain. Online registration closes this Thursday. All participants receive a goodie bag, which includes a T-shirt, a medal for participating, and one admission into the OC Fair.
CicLAvia
9:00 am – 4:00 pm, August 9
Culver City to Venice
http://www.ciclavia.org/
Much of Washington Blvd, Venice Blvd, and surrounding streets in Culver City and Venice will close to bikers this Sunday afternoon. Cars may not enter the designated areas during this time – only bikers and pedestrians may roam the streets.
30th Annual Children’s Festival of the Arts
12:00 pm – 4:30 pm, August 9
Paramount Studios, Hollywood
http://www.hollywoodartscouncil.org/
Bring out the family to this FREE art day in Hollywood this Sunday afternoon. Children will enjoy all the activities involving art, dance, music, face painting, characters, and more.
Blue Palms Brewhouse 7th Anniversary Celebration
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, August 9
Blue Palms Brewhouse, Los Angeles
http://www.shop.bluepalmsbrewhouse.com/Blue-Palms-7th-Anniversary-Blue-Palms-7th.htm
Blue Palms Brewhouse turns seven this week, and would like to invite you to join in on the festivities! Admission costs $60, and comes with twenty 3oz beer tasters, a souvenir glass, and food while it lasts.
3rd Annual Avocado Fest
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm, August 9
Angel City Brewery, Los Angeles
http://angelcitybrewery.com/community/did-somebody-say-avocado/
Angel City Brewery brings back their Avocado Ale this Sunday, and to celebrate, they will have multiple activities going on at their tasting room in Downtown Los Angeles., such as avocado-themed food trucks, live art, live music, vendors, games, brewery tours, and more. This event requires no admission – simply pay for beer and other products as you go.
31st Annual Hillcrest CityFest
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm, August 9
5th & University, Hillcrest, San Diego
http://fabuloushillcrest.com/events/hillcrest-cityfest/
Have fun at this street fair in Hillcrest this Sunday with games, activities, vendors, live music, food, a beer garden, and more. Free to attend for all ages, visitors should park at the San Diego School District Building on the east side of Hillcrest.
