The official start of summer is here - Southern California lights up this weekend with Juneteenth celebrations, Pride festivities, and plenty of vibrant ways to kick off summer.
Nataly Tavidian has your weekend rundown.
DANCE DTLA: BOLLYWOOD NIGHT
Friday, June 20 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Walt Disney Concert Hall, BP Hall & The Blue Ribbon Garden, Downtown L.A.
• Kick off your weekend with energetic Bollywood-themed dance lessons and live DJ sets at the stunning Walt Disney Concert Hall. Beginner-friendly and free! (Note: This Friday’s event is relocated from Jerry Moss Plaza and runs 5-10 PM only.)
🔗The Music Center – Dance DTLA
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS — MULTIPLE LOCATIONS & DATES
Juneteenth was on Thursday, June 19, but celebrations continue all weekend in L.A. with music, food, reflection, and community events.
Culver City 2025 Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday, June 21 · 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ivy Station, 8840 National Blvd, Culver City
• Family-friendly gathering with live performances, kids’ activities, cultural marketplace, and soul food.
🔗Event Info & RSVP
Juneteenth Celebration – Inglewood (21+)
Saturday, June 21 · 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM
The Creative House, 122 N Market St, Inglewood
• Adults-only live music, food, and community vibes celebrating freedom and resilience.
🔗Event Info & Tickets
Juneteenth Celebration & Concert – Manhattan Beach
Sunday, June 22 · 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Polliwog Park, Manhattan Beach
• All-ages community event with live music, food trucks, and local vendors. Free admission.
🔗Event Info & RSVP
Juneteenth in South LA: Team Tennis Tournament & Beginners’ Clinic
Sunday, June 22 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Jackie Tatum Harvard Rec Center, Los Angeles
• Tennis tournament and free clinic, plus food, music, and giveaways.
🔗Event Info & Registration
SUMMER SALSA NIGHTS AT IVY STATION
Friday, June 20 · 6:30 PM – 8:45 PM
Ivy Station, 8840 National Blvd, Culver City
• Free salsa lessons and live Latin music with dance instructor Pepe Gonzalez and Fermín Sifontes Fusion Salsa. All ages welcome!
🔗Event Info & Tickets
2025 PRIDE ON THE PROMENADE
Saturday, June 21 · 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
• Celebrate LGBTQ+ pride with live music, community booths, games, and giveaways. Family-friendly and pet-friendly event.
🔗smpride.com
GRAND PERFORMANCES – FREE SUMMER CONCERTS IN DTLA
California Plaza, 350 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles
Friday, June 20 · 6:00 PM — Evening of poetry with Consuelo G. Flores and live music by Maritri Garrett
Saturday, June 21 · 6:00 PM — John Coltrane Tribute with Isaiah Collier
Bring a picnic and enjoy free outdoor arts with LA skyline views.
🔗grandperformances.org
SHREK THE MUSICAL AT THE NOCTURNE THEATRE
June 5 – July 20, 2025 · 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
The Nocturne Theatre, 324 N Orange St, Glendale
• Family-friendly Broadway-style musical based on the DreamWorks film—full of laughs, heart, and unforgettable songs.
🔗The Nocturne Theatre
TOCAPALOOZA 2025 – FREE ARTS FESTIVAL
Saturday, June 21 · 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance
• Live performances, art exhibitions, artist vendors, food trucks, and beer & wine for purchase. Free entry, VIP upgrades available.
🔗Event Info & Tickets
VENICE SUMMER FEST 2025
Saturday, June 21 · 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
12257 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles
• Free community festival with live music, yoga, wellness pop-ups, artisan shopping, and family-friendly fun.
🔗Event Info & RSVP
ACTIVE STREETS: MISSION-AT-TWILIGHT
Sunday, June 22 · 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Route connecting Mission Districts of San Gabriel, South Pasadena & Alhambra
• Celebrate the summer solstice with a 5-mile car-free route for walking, biking, and skateboarding, plus live music and food vendors. Free & family-friendly.
🔗ActiveSGV
LA OPERA COSTUME SHOP SALE
Saturday, June 21 · 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles
• Free admission to shop authentic opera costumes, wigs, masks, jewelry, and more from iconic productions. Early access available Friday, June 20 (6-9 PM) for supporters and via $100 tickets for others. No dressing rooms; try items on over clothing. Credit/debit cards only.
🔗laopera.org/costume-shop-sale
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