From fall festivals and family block parties to horse racing, pickleball, reggae, and hip hop legends, there’s no shortage of things to do across Southern California this weekend. Here are some highlights:
Westminster Fall Festival
Date/Time: Thursday, Sept. 25 – Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025
· Thursday · 5 – 9 PM (Cultural Night)
· Friday · 5 – 11 PM (TGIFood Trucks)
· Saturday · 12 – 11 PM (Embrace Aging Expo 1–4 PM, The Makers Hive Market 6–10 PM)
· Sunday · 12 – 9 PM (Dreamers Market 12–4 PM)
Place: Westminster Civic Center, 8200 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, CA
The City of Westminster’s 4th annual Fall Festival returns with carnival rides, food trucks, live entertainment, cultural programming, and markets. Admission is free, and more than 12,000 visitors are expected.
Full Link: Westminster Fall Festival
Santa Anita Park Autumn Meet Opening Weekend
Date/Time: Friday, Sept. 26 – Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025
Place: Santa Anita Park, 285 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, CA 91007
Santa Anita kicks off its Autumn Meet with free admission and happy hour on Friday. Saturday and Sunday bring Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” qualifying races and the Goodwood Celebration, complete with English-inspired dining, cocktails, and live music.
Full Link: Santa Anita Events Schedule
Autry Annual Block Party — Honoring First Responders
Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 · 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Place: The Autry Museum of the American West, Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA
The Autry’s annual block party celebrates the Los Angeles community and honors first responders with carnival rides, live music, plein air painting, classic cars, cultural performances, and family activities. Admission is free for first responders, active military, and veterans with valid ID.
Full Link: Autry Block Party
Young & Healthy’s Pickleball Palooza
Date/Time: Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025 · 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Place: Arcadia County Park Pickleball Courts, 405 S. Santa Anita Ave., Arcadia, CA
A day of tournaments, clinics, beginner play, food, and raffles — all in support of Pasadena nonprofit Young & Healthy, which connects underserved families with free healthcare services. Registration ranges from $50–$75.
Full Link: Pickleball Palooza Tickets
Ice Cube’s LA Takeover Tour
Date/Time: Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 · 8:00 PM
Place: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Ice Cube returns home for his first headlining tour in more than a decade. The sold-out show at Crypto.com Arena marks 40 years of Cube’s impact on hip hop with a setlist spanning his legendary career.
Full Link: Crypto.com Arena Event Page
UB40 at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
Date/Time: Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025 · 7:00 PM Place: Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, Cerritos, CA
British reggae-pop band UB40 performs timeless hits including “Red Red Wine” and “(I Can’t Help) Falling in Love With You.” A perfect way to close out the weekend.
Full Link: Cerritos Center Event Page
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