SoCal Museums is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural landscape of Southern California. SoCal Museums presents a diverse assortment of museums, reflecting the unique character of Southern California itself. Whether it’s art, natural history, science, or culture, there’s something for everyone, and you can find out which museums are free today.
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Summer Concerts at the Warner Center
Since 1975, the Valley Cultural Center has presented a series of free Concerts during the summer. Organized to enrich the lives of Valley residents, these concerts feature top pop, jazz, classical, folk, and world music performances in the afternoon at Warner Park. The series include food, booth vendors, and a children’s play area.The program schedule is on the website.
Free
Artists in Fellowship Event – From Idea to Screen
Women In Film (WIF) is excited to host FROM IDEA TO SCREEN- EMILY GROOMS, featuring works (episodes, short films, scenes, features) created by the class of the 2024 Fellowships. A virtual event is schedule for Thursday, May 22, from 6:00 to 7:40 p.m. and in-person event is scheduled Tuesday, June 3, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at WIF Headquarters. Each screening will include a hands-on review of the script or other artistic process material. Followed by a moderated conversation on…
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Masks & Metamorphosis
In line with GFBLA’s history of championing the needs and rights of queer people, this concert will spotlight the trans and gender-expansive community with a program of Concert Band music that evokes transformation and self-expression. Masks & Metamorphosis takes on themes of historical triumph and discrimination, freedom of expression, “othering” and dysphoria, community, acceptance of an authentic self, and the frustrations and bliss of transformation.
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Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles
Club Tempo is one of the only remaining Gay Latino Bars in the area with an emphasis on the LA vaquero (cowboy) scene. Mariachi Arcoiris de Los Angeles, or The Los Angeles Rainbow Mariachi (in English), is the world’s first LGBTQ+ mariachi. A unique and dynamic ensemble representing the traditions of the rich culture of Mexico, this group was created as a haven for mariachi musicians who identify as LGBTQ+ to come together and perform traditional Mexican regional music in…
Free
Walking the Japanese Garden on a Crisp Early Spring Morning
For over a century, the historic Japanese Garden has been one of the most beloved and iconic landscapes at The Huntington, with its distinctive moon bridge, picture-postcard views of koi-filled ponds, and the historic Japanese House. One of the most popular spots at The Huntington, the Japanese Garden has attracted millions of visitors and remains a site of both fascination and contemplation.