Looking for weekend plans?
From free salsa dancing and Shakespeare under the stars to the LA Public Library's Centennial Festival, the French Fry Festival, Lotus Festival, Music from the Films of Wes Anderson at the Hollywood Bowl and the Rose Bowl Flea Market, there's plenty happening around Southern California this weekend.
Dance DTLA: Salsa Night
Summary: Dance under the stars as Dance DTLA returns with free salsa lessons followed by an evening of social dancing at The Music Center.
Date/Time: Friday, July 10 | 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Place: Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center, Los Angeles
Website: https://www.musiccenter.org/experience-learn/exper...
Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival: Coriolanus
Summary: Pack a blanket or picnic and enjoy free Shakespeare in Griffith Park. Independent Shakespeare Company continues its summer production of Coriolanus through July 26.
Date/Time: Friday–Sunday | 7:00 p.m.
Place: Old Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Park
Website: https://indieshakes.org/
Music from the Films of Wes Anderson
Summary: The Hollywood Bowl celebrates the unforgettable music behind Wes Anderson's films with a live orchestral performance featuring songs and scores from some of the director's most beloved movies.
Date/Time: Friday–Sunday
Place: Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles
Website: https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/
Los Angeles Public Library Centennial Festival
Summary: Celebrate 100 years of the Los Angeles Central Library with live music, author talks, exhibits, family activities and special programming throughout the day.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 11
Place: Los Angeles Central Library
Website: https://www.lapl.org/events/central-library-centen...
French Fry Festival
Summary: Sample creative fry creations, browse vendors and enjoy live entertainment during this family-friendly celebration dedicated to everyone's favorite side dish.
Date/Time: Saturday, July 11
Place: Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/french-fry-festival-l...
Lotus Festival
Summary: Echo Park Lake hosts its annual Lotus Festival with cultural performances, food, music, dragon boat demonstrations and family-friendly activities celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander cultures.
Date/Time: Saturday–Sunday
Place: Echo Park Lake, Los Angeles
Website: https://www.laparks.org/lotusfestival
Rose Bowl Flea Market
Summary: Shop more than 2,500 vendors selling antiques, vintage clothing, collectibles, home décor and one-of-a-kind treasures at the world-famous monthly flea market.
Date/Time: Sunday, July 12
Place: Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rose-bowl-flea-market...
