21 Things to Do in Los Angeles This Week · July 9–12, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Lipgloss Party: Tracey Brakes & Pradafursuit

A hyperpop dance party featuring Tracey Brakes and Pradafursuit at El Cid in Silver Lake.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:30 PM · El Cid, Los Angeles

Tonight at the Improv ft. Craig Robinson & Esther Povitsky

A powerhouse comedy lineup featuring Craig Robinson, Esther Povitsky, Brian Monarch, and very special guests at the Hollywood Improv's main room.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Hollywood Improv, The Main Room, Hollywood

Louie Vega Day Party

Legendary house music selector Louie Vega headlines an extended set alongside Karizma, DJ Sneak, Heidi Lawden, and more at this stacked two-stage day party running from 2pm to midnight.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 2:00 PM · Los Angeles

Arts & Culture

Smoke Show with Sweetin: A Comedy Pageant

A comedy pageant show hosted at Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café in Silver Lake.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Lyric Hyperion Theatre & Café, 2106 Hyperion Avenue, Los Angeles

Mexodus at Pasadena Playhouse

A pulse-pounding live-looping hip-hop musical exploring the Underground Railroad's hidden southern route toward liberation in Mexico, performed by Brian Quijada and Nygel D. Robinson.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Pasadena Playhouse, Pasadena

Estefania Ajcip: Folded Memories Opening

Opening reception for Estefania Ajcip's new exhibition 'Folded Memories' at Charlie James Gallery, running through August 22.

Friday, July 10, 2026 5:00 PM · Charlie James Gallery, Los Angeles

TECHSPRESSIONISM Opening at LA Center for Digital Art

Opening night for TECHSPRESSIONISM, a new exhibition exploring the intersection of technology and expressionism at the Los Angeles Center for Digital Art.

Friday, July 10, 2026 6:00 PM · Los Angeles Center for Digital Art, Los Angeles

Date Night

Phantom of the Opera at Hollywood Pantages

The iconic Andrew Lloyd Webber musical returns in a touring production at the historic Hollywood Pantages Theatre.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Hollywood Pantages Theatre, Hollywood

The Dollface Dames Burlesque & Variety at Sofitel Beverly Hills

A glamorous burlesque and variety show at Riviera 31 Lounge inside Sofitel Beverly Hills — a stylish date night with drinks and live entertainment.

Friday, July 10, 2026 · Riviera 31 Lounge, Sofitel Beverly Hills

Bacchus Uncorked: A Roman Dinner Party Lost at Sea

An immersive Roman dinner party experience at The Getty Villa blending ancient myth, food, and theatrical storytelling over two evenings.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · The Getty Villa, Los Angeles

Sports

LA Sparks vs. Indiana Fever

The Los Angeles Sparks host the Indiana Fever in a home WNBA game at Crypto.com Arena.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles

LAist Dodger Night

Join LAist members and hosts for the fourth annual LAist Night at Dodger Stadium, sitting together and rooting for the Dodgers.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Dodger Stadium, 1000 Vin Scully Ave., Elysian Park

Pro Padel League at Barkar Hangar Santa Monica

The world's top padel players compete live in LA for four days only at the historic 35,000 sq ft Barkar Hangar in Santa Monica.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Barkar Hangar, Santa Monica

Free Events

Golden State Comedy at North Figueroa Bookshop

A stand-up comedy show held in the intimate setting of North Figueroa Bookshop in Highland Park.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:30 PM · North Figueroa Bookshop, 6040 North Figueroa Street, Los Angeles

Grand Park Wellness Break: Yoga & Breathwork

Free outdoor yoga and breathwork class in the heart of downtown LA at Gloria Molina Grand Park.

Friday, July 10, 2026 12:00 PM · Gloria Molina Grand Park, Downtown Los Angeles

Outdoors & Active

WeHo Run Club Thursday Run

The West Hollywood Run Club's weekly Thursday run departs from 8221 Melrose at 7pm — all paces welcome for 3 miles through WeHo.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 7:00 PM · 8221 Melrose, West Hollywood

Huntington Evening Garden Opening

For four evenings only this summer, the Huntington's 130-acre gardens stay open past dusk so visitors can experience the magical grounds at sunset.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · The Huntington, San Marino

Mikkeller Running Club LA – Monday Run

The Mikkeller Running Club meets every Monday at 8pm at The Hermosillo in Highland Park for 3mi and 5mi runs with post-run drinks.

Monday, July 13, 2026 8:00 PM · The Hermosillo, Highland Park

Festivals & Special Events

Leuzinger High School Summer Jam at View Music Bar

A summer community jam featuring Olympians, alumni, and community members at View Music Bar.

Friday, July 10, 2026 8:00 PM · View Music Bar, Los Angeles

Family-Friendly

Way to Play Day at Pretend City Children's Museum

A fun-filled day of imaginative play for families at Pretend City Children's Museum.

Friday, July 10, 2026 10:00 AM · Pretend City Children's Museum

Mummies of the World: The Exhibition

Real mummies from ancient Egypt, South America, and Europe are on display at the California Science Center in the final stop of this international tour.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 10:00 AM · California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles