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Aaron Plessinger photo courtesy of Monster Energy AMA Supercross
Aaron Plessinger photo courtesy of Monster Energy AMA Supercross
1/8/25 - By Toby B

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend

It's a wild ride this weekend, as Monster Energy AMA Supercross tears it up at Angel Stadium. The tributes to Martin Luther King start early, including a ceremony at the Carson Event Center and a concert at the Skirball. The Central Library goes all out for Lunar New Year, with an abundance of free activities such as a dumpling demo, a traditional cloth wrapping workshop, bilingual Vietnamese storytime, and a Lion Dance. 

Our hearts and thoughts are with those affected by the fires. Please check venue websites before attending any events this weekend for updates on possible event cancellations and business closures as a result of the air quality and fire conditions. 

Ways To Support First Responders 

First Responders are working tirelessly in Los Angeles to help contain the fires. You can support these heroes by donating to the California Fire Foundation and the World Central Kitchen Relief Team in Southern California. The California Fire Foundation supports firefighters, families of fallen firefighters, and their communities.The World Central Kitchen Relief Team provides meals to First Responders and families impacted by the LA fires. 

Here are more ways you can help First Responders and families affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. 

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Best Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles

Carson Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr

Carson - FREE
Friday, January 10
Carson's annual tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. features live entertainment, essay contest winners, and refreshments. This free event is held at the Carson Event Center READ MORE

Jurassic Quest (Anaheim)

Anaheim
Friday - Sunday, January 10 - 12
EVENT UPDATE:  "We are monitoring the current wildfire situation. At this time, the event will take place as scheduled this weekend.  As a convenience to guests with travel challenges, you are welcome to use your tickets at any time during our operating hours this weekend, regardless of the day and time listed on your ticket."   Jurassic Quest takes visitors on a walk through the Cretaceous, Jurassic and Triassic Periods, allowing them to experience what it was like to be among dinosaurs of all kinds. The experience has the nation’s biggest... READ MORE

Central Library Lunar New Year Festival

DTLA - FREE
Saturday, January 11
The Central Library celebrates the Lunar New Year with an afternoon of family-friendly cultural programs. The day includes storytime, hands-on crafts and workshops, and performances. READ MORE

New Date: Martin Luther King Jr. Day Concert at the Skirball

Brentwood - FREE
Saturday, January 11
POSTPONED  In response to current wildfires taking place across Los Angeles, this program is now being held March 9.   READ MORE

OCSA Connects Community Arts Festival

Santa Ana - FREE
Saturday, January 11
Arts-minded children can enjoy a full day of play at the OCSA Connects Community Arts Festival, a free community event, hosted on the Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) campus. Kids and their families are invited to come and enjoy live performances by OCSA’s talented students while engaging in arts activities, interactive play areas, and creative games. READ MORE

NEW DATE Burrr-bank North Pole Plunge

Burbank
Saturday, January 11
UPDATE:  This event has been rescheduled to January 18. Putting the brrrr in Burbank! The Verdugo Aquatic facility is open for an afternoon of wintry fun at the pool. READ MORE

Hope and Peace Park Playground Opening

Westlake - FREE
Saturday, January 11
It's playtime! The new playground at Westlake's Hope and Peace Park celebrates its grand opening. Families are invited for a fun afternoon with games, activities, and music. READ MORE

Monster Energy AMA Supercross

Anaheim
Saturday, January 11
Monster Energy AMA Supercross brings indoor motocross to Angel Stadium in Anaheim. READ MORE

Reptile Super Show (Pomona)

Pomona
Saturday & Sunday, January 11 & 12
All the cool(-blooded) creatures are in Pomona this weekend. READ MORE

A Chance to Dance by the Los Angeles Ballet Company

Sawtelle - FREE
Sunday, January 12
One Sunday each month during Los Angeles Ballet's season, LAB dancers offer free ballet classes and more. The day's classes are usually centered around a theme. Some classes are specifically geared towards children, like Children's Creative Movement, so make sure to check the schedule to find specific times. READ MORE

CANCELED Second Sundays: Japanese New Year

San Marino
Sunday, January 12
Families can celebrate the new year at the Japanese Heritage Shōya House at this all-ages event. Traditional Shōgatsu (New Year’s) activities include taiko drumming, botanical craft-making, ikebana floral displays, and a mochi-pounding demonstration. READ MORE

Free Children's Workshop: Binary Code Bracelets

Long Beach - FREE
Sunday, January 12
Kids can learn how binary code can be translated into colorful patterns for bracelet designs, and make one to take home. READ MORE

Tidepool Walks

San Pedro - FREE
Sunday, January 12
NOTE:  Due to the fire alert for Los Angeles, all of the Aquarium's weekend outdoor programs January 10-12 have been CANCELLED.  Cabrillo Marine Aquarium educators conduct tours of the Point Fermin tide pools. Venture out on a naturalist-led ramble on the rocks to see animals in their natural habitat. READ MORE

'A Complete Unknown' Costume Exhibition at ASU FIDM Museum

DTLA - FREE
Tuesday - Saturday through January 17
How does it feel? Or perhaps we should ask -  how are they dressed?  ASU FIDM Museum's latest exhibition features the costumes from the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown. The 2024 film is directed by James Mangold and stars Timothée Chalamet, Monica Barbaro, Edward Norton and Elle Fanning.  The exhibition showcases the film's unique, hand-crafted costumes created by costume designer Arianne Phillips, as well as several props from the film, led by production designer François Audouy. READ MORE

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