23 Things to Do in Los Angeles This Week · May 28–31, 2026

Arts & Culture

Catherine Opie: Holding Blue

Opening reception for Catherine Opie's new exhibition at Regen Projects, on view through July 3.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 PM · Regen Projects, Los Angeles

Tonight at the Improv ft. Melissa Villasenor, Donnell Rawlings & Damon Wayans Jr.

A stacked Thursday night lineup at the Hollywood Improv featuring SNL's Melissa Villasenor, Donnell Rawlings, Damon Wayans Jr., and very special guests.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 7:30 PM · Hollywood Improv, The Main Room

Let's Get It On: The Wearable Art of Betye Saar

Opening reception for an exhibition celebrating the wearable art of legendary LA artist Betye Saar at Roberts Projects.

Friday, May 29, 2026 5:00 PM · Roberts Projects LA

Hell's Kitchen at Pantages

The Tony Award-winning musical Hell's Kitchen, set to the music of Alicia Keys, continues its run at the Hollywood Pantages through June 21.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Pantages Theater Hollywood

Punk Culture 1976–86 Exhibition at Skirball

Skirball Cultural Center opens 'Outsiders, Outcasts, Rebels + Weirdos: Punk Culture 1976–86,' tracing the raw energy of punk from NY and London to LA, including Jewish punk voices.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles

Food & Drink

Barnsdall Fridays Wine Nights Kick Off

The beloved summer series returns to Barnsdall Art Park for wine nights with views of the city, kicking off a full season of Friday evening gatherings.

Friday, May 29, 2026 5:30 PM · Barnsdall Art Park, Los Angeles

She Sparkles: An Ember Breeze Tasting Experience

A featured tasting experience event in Lake Elsinore near LA for an evening of sparkling drinks and socializing.

Friday, May 29, 2026 6:00 PM · Lake Elsinore

Date Night

Salsa for Singles

A beginner-friendly salsa night at Dancer University Westwood where singles learn moves and meet each other on the dance floor — no partner needed.

Friday, May 29, 2026 · Dancer University, Westwood

Primary Trust

Center Theatre Group presents the moving and intimate Pulitzer Prize finalist play Primary Trust at the Mark Taper Forum.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Mark Taper Forum, Los Angeles

Free Events

Grand Park's Wellness Break: Yoga & Breathwork Class

Free outdoor yoga and breathwork class at Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown LA — all levels welcome.

Friday, May 29, 2026 12:00 PM · Gloria Molina Grand Park, Downtown LA

KCRW Summer Nights Free Outdoor Parties

KCRW's beloved free outdoor summer party series returns across LA and SoCal cultural spots all summer long — DJs, live bands, food, drinks, and community vibes.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Various LA & SoCal cultural spots

The Climb LA

Every Saturday at 10am, the Climb Community takes over the Culver City Stairs for a free group workout combining good vibes, hard work, and community.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM · 6105 Hetzler Rd, Los Angeles (Culver City Stairs)

Museums of the Arroyo Free Admission Day

Once a year, five Arroyo-area LA museums open their doors for free admission from 12–4pm — a rare chance to explore multiple institutions in one afternoon.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 12:00 PM · Arroyo area, Los Angeles

Outdoors & Active

Sweat Yoga Run & Flow – Pride Kick Off

Run from the West Hollywood studio at 7am then flow inside the hot room at 8:30am — a special Pride month kick-off event led by instructor Léa.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 7:00 AM · Sweat Yoga West Hollywood Studio

STRENGTH IN THE CITY LA

A free high-energy oceanfront wellness festival at Venice Beach featuring a run club, sound bath, yoga, boxing, reformer Pilates, spikeball tournament, recovery lounge, and community vibes from 8am to 1pm.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 8:00 AM · Venice Beach Club, Rose Avenue, Venice

WeHo Run Club Global Running Day

West Hollywood's beloved run club celebrates Global Running Day on June 3rd at 33 Taps — the first 40 RSVPs get exclusive goodie bags.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 · 33 Taps, West Hollywood

Festivals & Special Events

Downtown Burbank Summer Arts Festival

Over 170 hand-selected local artisans showcase indie goods including original fashion, jewelry, paper goods, and innovative art at this Jackalope-curated outdoor arts festival in Downtown Burbank.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Downtown Burbank

BEASTS VS BOTS Costume Party at Sassafras Saloon

Versus Events and Sassafras Saloon team up for a wild cybernetic vs. primal costume party — come as your best bot or beast for a jam-packed night.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Sassafras Saloon, Los Angeles

Music & Nightlife

Chris Dave x Pino Palladino x Isaiah Sharkey Trio

Three world-class musicians — drummer Chris Dave, bassist Pino Palladino, and guitarist Isaiah Sharkey — perform an intimate jazz-soul trio engagement at Blue Note LA through May 31.

Friday, May 29, 2026 7:00 PM · Blue Note LA

Susie Hansen Latin Band Live Concert

Beloved LA salsa and Latin band Susie Hansen brings a live concert performance full of infectious rhythms and dance energy.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 7:00 PM · Los Angeles

Family-Friendly

Ghouls' Day Out 2026

A family-friendly ghoul-themed event at Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles.

Friday, May 29, 2026 11:00 AM · Immanuel Presbyterian Church, Los Angeles

Mommy & Me Pilates at Hazeltine Park

A baby-friendly, postpartum-safe outdoor Pilates class at Hazeltine Park in Sherman Oaks, led by certified instructor Brittany Breslauer — babies welcome on the mat.

Friday, May 29, 2026 11:00 AM · Hazeltine Park, 14201 Huston Street, Sherman Oaks

Trading Post at LA Equestrian Center – Griffith Park

A family-friendly trading post event at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center in Griffith Park.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 · Los Angeles Equestrian Center, Griffith Park