Destination Africa: World Cup Watch Party

Date

June 13

Time

10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Cost

Free 

Council District

City Council District 9
Event Schedule

A celebration of Africa in LA. Live music & performances, authentic African food, and a World Cup watch party, all in one place.

AFRICA ARRIVES IN LOS ANGELES

A celebration like no other. A vibe you don’t want to miss.

Destination Africa is bringing the rhythm, the flavor, and the culture of the continent straight to LA.

Join us on June 13 from 10:00 AM -8:00PM at Los Angeles Trade Technical College (LATTC) for a FREE, family-friendly cultural celebration.

Experience:

🎶 Live music, performances, & DJs

🍽️ Authentic African food

🎨 Art showcases & cultural experiences

⚽ World Cup watch party

🛍️ Unique vendors & curated marketplace

🍚 Jollof Rice Competition

Whether you’re rooted in the culture or simply ready to explore something new, this is where you need to be.

Come for the experience. Stay for the vibe.

Upcoming Events

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm -
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$0.00 - $7.00

Hollyhock House Tours

Experience the interior of Hollyhock House at your own pace with a self-guided tour. Docents are on hand to provide information and answer questions.

June 16 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm -
The Ford,

2580 Cahuenga Blvd East
Los Angeles, CA 90068
United States

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THE FORD 2026 SUMMER SEASON

The historic Ford Theatre presents a summer season of music, dance, theatre, film, and family events in its 1,200- seat outdoor amphitheater. Picnicking is encouraged! Food and beverages are available for purchase on site.

June 16 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -
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GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE X CAMP

A family destination featuring an immersive Gabby’s Dollhouse experience, hands-on fun at the Slime Bar, and a Craft Studio where visitors can design plush pillows, paint ceramics, and more. The store also offers curated toys, books, and gifts for the whole family.

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Free

HEAVY METAL

This group exhibition examines sculpture and large-scale abstraction through a contemporary lens, revisiting the legacy of formalism while confronting themes such as colonial histories, memory, and the natural environment. Artists employ diverse materials and approaches to reconsider monumentality and spatial relationships.

June 16 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm -
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FÚTBOL IS LIFE: ANIMATED SPORTRAITS BY LYNDON J. BARROIS, SR.

Celebrating the arrival of the World Cup, Fútbol Is Life presents works by animator and visual‑effects artist Lyndon J. Barrois, Sr. His multi-media miniature Sportraits capture iconic moments in women’s and men’s soccer with the artist’s inventive approach to storytelling and animation.