We are keeping the celebration going by throwing the ultimate free Block Party adjacent to the Parade, open from midday to the evening. It has a performance stage, a large vendor village, food and beverages, and more. It is the place to be after the Parade.
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PARADE BLOCK PARTY
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Upcoming Events
Free
The Crazy Superhero Vacation
The Crazy Superhero Vacation is a production by Ms. Neate’s class at Vena Avenue Elementary. Animation and editing are by Pieter Hardeman of Toy Story Lab. Southland Sings is a creative organization using the arts to unlock creative potential through live opera, musical theatre production, education assemblies, and music composition for all ages.
$15
Hola Mexico Film Festival
The festival strives to connect the audience to Mexico through cultural entertainment, creating the most authentic experience. The festival is for all audiences, and every event is open to the general public. Every film has English subtitles.
Free
Downtown Santa Monica Farmers Market
The Downtown Santa Monica Farmers Market is widely recognized as one of the largest and most diverse Certified Farmers Markets in the nation. Residents, out-of-town visitors, celebrities, and many of Los Angeles’ best-known chefs and restaurants can be found shopping at this location, which features over 60 California farms. The market is held weekly on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Free
LéaLA – Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival 2024
LéaLA, the premier Spanish Book Fair & Literary Festival, returns from September 19-22, 2024, at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes located at 501 N. Main Street in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Organized by the University of Guadalajara Foundation USA, this year’s event, themed Building Peace Together, celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the rich traditions, language, and culture of the Latino community through literature, art, and intellectual dialogue. As part of Hispanic Heritage Month, LéaLA will highlight…
Hogar Dulce Hogar
Hogar Dulce Hogar explores the profound meaning of home amidst global migration. Curated by César García, the exhibition showcases 18 artists from the Inland Empire, challenging traditional notions of home and emphasizing its dynamic nature. Through diverse mediums, the exhibition invites viewers to reflect on the universal longing for home and the resilience of the human spirit. See website for prices.