Independence Day may have broken up your week into two, but that's no excuse not to still enjoy the weekend. And even with triple-digit heat in the forecast, we're keeping it cool this weekend: from a trip back to the ice age, to ample air-conditioned opportunities, it's all happening Los Angeles.
All Weekend
Sawdust Art Festival
Art by the beach? Sign us up. The Sawdust festival brings together some of the best crafts and wares for a festival that has something for everyone. With temperatures rising in LA, Laguna Beach is going to be the perfect spot to escape the suffocating heat.
Deets: Sawdust Art Festival; Multiple Dates & Times; $9; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @joyotravels
Rohit Records: A Record Store for Bands That Don’t Exist
We’re a sucker for a good album cover, and we can admit it. This art show mimics our favorite record stores with handmade one-of-a-kind album covers, concert posters, and band t-shirts.
Deets: Pop Obscure Records; Multiple Dates & Times; Free; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @rohitrecords
Depop x SoKo
Ever wanted a shot at SoKo's style? This is your chance. Depop is bringing the best of her closet to their space for you to shop all weekend. You can also hang with SoKo herself on the 7th.
Friday, July 6
Late Night Friday at the La Brea Tar Pits
When was the last time you were at the Tar Pits? We promise it's as cool as you remember, and even better after dark. Plus, it's free admission.
Deets: La Brea Tar Pits; 5 pm; Free +; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @thelabreatarpits
Scott Pilgrim vs. The World on 35mm
In an age when we all watch videos, movies, and entire TV series on our laptops (or even smartphones) 35mm makes things better. That's just a fact. And Scott Pilgrim is no exception.
Deets: Nuart Theatre; 11:55 pm; $12; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @iamissen
Saturday + Sunday
3rd Annual DTLA Salsa Festival
It’s all things salsa downtown this weekend. From dips to dancing, get ready for some spice in the heat.
Deets: Pershing Square; Multiples Dates & Times; $5; More info HERE
Image courtesy of Latin Salsa Festival
LA Dessert Festival
The best of dessert is descending upon LA for the second year of this highly Instagrammable and very sweet festival. They have it all covered from conchas to caramel to cookies.
Deets: Cooper Design Space; Multiples Dates & Times; $10+; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @omgdessertgoals
Saturday, July 7
Mac and Cheese BeerFest
When beer and cheese meet, magic happens. Add pasta into that mix, and you’ve hit nirvana. It’s going to be three floors of craft beer, live music, and most importantly, mac and cheese, so come prepared to indulge.
Deets: Globe Theater; 2 pm; $35+; More info HERE
Image courtesy of @slaters5050
Sunday, July 8
Workshop: Frozen Treats and Preserved Eats
Store-bought sorbet is going to have nothing on you after this workshop. You’ll learn how to prepare yogurt, granita, and ice cream, along with preservation techniques for sour stone fruits, lemons, and summer grapes. It'll all be rounded out with a dessert tasting from Manuela.
Deets: Hauser & Wirth; 1 pm; $20; More info HERE
Image courtesy of Hauser & Wirth
Header image courtesy of usa_losangeles
