Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Weekly What To Do: Rising Revenge? Or Just Zombies & Eats

Wed, 26 Aug 6:00 PM - 08:00 PM 
 Collector’s Paradise North Hollywood
5118 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601

Meet superstar writer GERRY DUGGAN at our NoHo store on Wednesday, August 26!
 
Thursday, Aug 27, 2026  6pm - 9pm
Northern Café
6282 Hollywood Blvd
Admission is free to consumers 21+ and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to venue capacity.
 
It’s gametime LA! On August 27, UNO will be taking over No Vacancy and will feature Classic UNO gameplay that brings strangers together and tests friendships in the most fun way. Local MCs and DJs bringing their own flare to keep the good vibes going all night. Tons of prizes, including branded merchandise and UNO product packs. UNO-themed decor and custom signature drinks. Plenty of fun photo ops and memorable moments! Whether you’re in it to win or just want to grab a drink and watch, UNO Social Clubs are going to be the place to be this summer for game lovers and trendsetters alike. 
 
Friday, Aug. 28 (7 pm doors / 8 pm show)
Mayan Theatre (1038 S. Hill St.) in Downtown L.A.
$62  
(21+)
 
Now, with the Mayan Theatre reopened under new ownership as a live music and events venue, LVVDLL returns to the stage where it all began for one night only. Audiences can once again experience the show's original sexo y violencia spectacle—featuring high-flying masked luchadores, wild burlesque, live music, outrageous comedy, and the anything-can-happen energy that made the Mayan an L.A. institution for more than two decades.

 
Yoiyami Night at Common Space
Friday, August 28, 5:00 PM 11:00 PM
Common Space Brewery 3411 W El Segundo Blvd Hawthorne, CA 90250
 
Anime crafts, trading cards, books, beats, fresh beer and more!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Saturday, August 29
Sunday, August 30
Echo Park 
Free 
 
Transforming one of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighborhoods into a free, community-driven celebration of music, art, culture and local business. Among this year’s leading partners is Skyduster Beer, a longtime supporter of independent music and creative communities. Skyduster joins Echo Park Rising’s 2026 celebration alongside media partner KCRW and Sunboy Spiked Coconut Water, with special experiences planned throughout the weekend.
 
 
 
August 29 & 30, 2026
10 am - 10 pm
Lafayette Park at 625 S. Lafayette Park Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Parking: Street or Athena located at 611 Carondelet St. (Payment by cash or credit is $14)
Public transportation is recommended
 
The festival spans a seven-block stretch in the heart of the Guatemalan community in Lafayette Park. It is a two-day community event, open to the public and free of charge. Attendees will experience vibrant Guatemalan music, engaging arts and crafts, and delicious Chapin cuisine.
 
Starship Lotzilla Market
Saturday, 29 August 5pm-10pm
Revenge Of
3420 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065


Revenge Of presents Starship Lotzilla, a dusk-to-dark market taking over the lot. Expect a beer garden by Verdugo Bar, food from Fish Oven Pizza and Swrlies, and a vendor lineup featuring Disperse Home Media, Hellpocalypse, and Severin Films. On-site tattoos by Johnny Vampotna and Heather Bailey will be available alongside a summer sale on comic bundles and graphic novels. 
 
 
Sun, Aug 30 • 1 PM
JAPAN HOUSE Salon | Level 5
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
$40
 
Join us for Movie & Bites, our popular event series celebrating the connection between Japanese food, film, and storytelling.

Families and friends are invited to enjoy two episodes from Netflix’s “The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House” by acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda, followed by a talk and onigiri tasting experience by the show’s food stylist Nami Iijima.

Colony is in theaters Aug 28. It's from the director of Train To Busan and it's a new take on zombies

LA - FRANKLIN
$17.94
 
Remain seated please, keeping your hands, arms, feet, legs, and laughs in your seat at all times! Uncle Walt is here to present a magical and comedic variety hour of sketches, characters, music, improv, and chaos: all coming to your favorite theme parks real soon. Roller coasters can talk, animals can dance, and puppets can fly – anything can happen!

Extra To Do:

 
An exciting new FREE outdoor summer event series celebrating live music, film, and community at Santa Monica's beautiful Tongva Park.

Presented by the City of Santa Monica Recreation & Arts Department and produced by Rum & Humble, the series will take place every Saturday from August 8 through September 12, beginning at 7 p.m. 

Guests are encouraged to pack a picnic, bring a blanket or low-back chair, and settle in for relaxed evenings just steps from the Pacific Ocean. Admission is free.

 

Sounds of LA County - 27 Parks. 108 Concerts. One County
A new standalone summer concert series for LA County Parks, produced by NextFest LA
Now - August 29, 2026
Multiple locations 
Free
 
The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks) is launching its first official standalone FREE summer concert series in LA County Parks' history. Sounds of LA County - 27 Parks. 108 Concerts. One County highlights local artists from LA County's abundant indie music scene, bringing a music festival vibe to your front door. The free concerts, taking place Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, are uniquely curated to reflect the culture, diversity, and energy of the communities where they are held.
 
They're back and ready to get you funky, check out the
June-September 
20 Events
Free, All-Ages 
 
"...Outdoor parties with iconic cultural partners across Southern California. We’ve got something for everyone — DJs, live bands, special exhibitions, food and libations, and tons of free fun. It’s the perfect way to find music you love, discover something new, and connect with your community. Don’t miss out — grab your friends and experience LA like never before."
 
L.A. River Expeditions is back for the Summer. Find the one-of-a-kind urban kayaking experience that's right for you! Sepulveda Basin Recreation Zone or Elysian Valley Recreation Zone 
 
Zebulon, this small live music venue features a healthy amount of concerts almost nightly. Go through it's huge list of who'll be there. One of the best aspects of the musics cafe is that it has a lot of free events to jam out and dance out to.
 
UCB, a cheapo comedy show almost every night, see comedians before they make podcasts and have stories about the UCB and before they hit the big time.



 
Little Tokyo Farmers' Market Saturdays
9:00 am - 2:00 pm every Sat
Isamu Noguchi Plaza
244 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Free
 
"Join us at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market, a vibrant new Saturday tradition in the heart of Little Tokyo. Presented in partnership by JACCC and Food Access LA, this weekly market brings together fresh, affordable produce, rich cultural experiences, and meaningful community connection."
 

 

American Cinematheque-A celebrated independent theater group that brings both the talent and catalog of films to make for some of LA's best movie nights.
 
Cinespia -This hosts screenings outside at iconic venues including The Hollywood Forever Cemetery, The Greek Theatre, and Los Angeles Historic Park.
 

Secret Movie Club-Special edition posters and a large swatch of films to see.

Check out classics and cult movies just a few stories above street level. Rooftop Movies at The Montalbán. & Rooftop Cinema Club

New Bev-Tarantino owned independent theater with old school style
 
Brain Dead Studios-manages to fill its schedule almost every night
611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
 
Vidiots -A one-of-a-kind hub for film lovers, filmmakers, and everyone curious about cinema. A small theater is more than made-up for with the constant content and special screenings.
4884 Eagle Rock Blvd
 
 
 
 
 
 

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