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Brian Henson's Puppet Up!

Brian Henson's Puppet Up! is scheduled at Ricardo Montalban Theatre in Los Angeles. Confirm the showtime, age rules, and entry details before you go.

Los Angeles · Ricardo Montalban TheatreRicardo Montalban Theatre
ArtsFamilyIndoor
Free

Gloria Molina Grand Park's Sunday Sessions

Free house music dance parties return to Gloria Molina Grand Park on July 19 and August 16. Live DJs, a 21+ beer garden, and local makers in DTLA.

Los Angeles · Grand Park LA Events: Gloria Molina Grand Park's Sunday SessionsGrand Park LA Events: Gloria Molina Grand Park's Sunday Sessions
OutdoorsFamilyfreeFree
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EATS at Gloria Molina Grand Park

Head over to EATS at Gloria Molina Grand Park's, where vibrant food trucks will serve up a variety of delicious dishes to satisfy all!

Los Angeles · Grand Park LA Events: EATS at Gloria Molina Grand ParkGrand Park LA Events: EATS at Gloria Molina Grand Park
OutdoorsFamilyOutdoor
Free

Gloria Molina Grand Park Presents: VendorFest Night Market

Celebrate L.A. street culture at VendorFest Night Market. Experience food, art, and community in Downtown L.A. Free event: March 29, 5-9 PM.

Los Angeles · Grand Park LA Events: Gloria Molina Grand Park Presents: VendorFest Night MarketGrand Park LA Events: Gloria Molina Grand Park Presents: VendorFest Night Market
MarketFamilyfreeFree
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New here? Start with Los Angeles

If you are new to Los Angeles, CA, start with the kind of day you want instead of a giant list: family-easy, adult/date, group-friendly, or weather-safe.

KidsParks, museums, markets, and short downtown stops

Family plans should be easy to enter, easy to leave, and clear about bathrooms, food, weather, and parking.

  • Check age fit.
  • Keep drives short.
  • Pick food before the main stop.
AdultsDinner, music, patios, museums, wineries, or brewery routes

Adult plans work best with one timed anchor and a nearby place for food or a walk.

  • Check hours.
  • Book if needed.
  • Keep the route walkable.
GroupFestival, game, market, or activity venue

Groups need one clear meet-up point and a plan that still works if people arrive late.

  • Share the map.
  • Pick one anchor.
  • Have a backup nearby.
RainIndoor backup near the same neighborhood

Weather-safe plans should stay close to the original area so the day does not fall apart.

  • Check closures.
  • Avoid long outdoor walks.
  • Use official pages for changes.

Summer plans work best when you balance one outdoor anchor with shade, water, food, and an evening option.

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