Music, Arts, Sports, Restaurants, Nightlife, Nature, Festivals and More
By Shana Ting Lipton, About.com Guide
Art, Architecture and Film
The Southern California art scene has centered on the likes of such world-class creators as David Hockney, Ed Ruscha and Ed Moses. Our architecture includes the famous Disney Concert Hall, the Getty Center and works by Rudolf Schindler and Frank Lloyd Wright. Check out the galleries, museums and architecture that put us on the global cultural map.
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
- Getty Center Museum in Brentwood
- Top 10 Architecture Sights in Los Angeles
- Film Festivals Taking Place Year-Round in LA
- Guide to Art Spaces and Events in Los Angeles
- Photography Museums and Galleries in Los Angeles
- Hollywood Architecture and Ambiance Tour
- Shopping, High Tea and Art; Culver City’s Royal/T Has It All
- The Annenberg Space for Photography
- Downtown Los Angeles: Home of Art Walk, the Bank District and Artists' Lofts
- Downtown Art Walk: A Monthly Event in the Cultural Heart of LA
- Seasonal Warehouse Event Create:Fixate Mixes Art and DJ Grooves
Healthy Living
We didn't get our reputation as a 'healthopolis' by accident. It's true that many LA residents, live, breathe, eat and sleep wellness. Thankfully, there are lots of healthy living things to do in this town--from yoga and Pilates classes to hiking and vegetarian dining and food shopping.
- Getting in Shape and Staying in Shape in Los Angeles
- Advice and Info on Running the LA Marathon
- Finding the Right Gym in LA
- Guided Meditation and Hypnosis from Marina Del Rey Based Universal Creations
- Reiki and Thai Massage at the El Leon Spa
Adult LA
Take a walk on the wild and edgy side of LA, from the sexy side of life to late night life that happens in Los Angeles and stays in Los Angeles.
- Sexy Nurses and Gory Scenes With Art of Bleeding Mobile Cabaret
- Husband and Wife DJ Duo Synchronicity Rock the Playboy Mansion and Beyond
- Adult Film Director Joanna Angel's LA Picks and Sex Tips
Holidays and Special Occasions
Christmas in LA might not include snowball fights and going caroling, but that doesn't mean we don't celebrate the holidays in our own fun, unique style. From Halloween to Fourth of July, this city promises plenty of great ways to enjoy annual festivities.
- Valentine's Day Dining Specials at LA Restaurants
- Christmas Eve Dinner at Restaurants in Los Angeles
- Totally LA Holiday Shopping Guide
- Thanksgiving Dinner at Restaurants in Los Angeles
- Halloween Events Throughout October
- Halloween Events, Traditions and Legends in LA
- Halloween Costume Shopping in a Multicultural Film & TV Industry Town
- Fourth of July, Independence Day Events and Fireworks Shows
- Father's Day in Los Angeles
- Mother's Day at Restaurants in Los Angeles
- Los Angeles Gay Pride Festival and Parade in W. Hollywood
- New Year's Eve Events, Parties and Concerts in LA
- New Years Resolutions, the LA Way
Live Performance
Whether you're in the mood to catch the latest rumblings from the Indie music scene at Spaceland in Silver Lake, share an evening of jazz and fine dining with friends, or heckle or praise a comedian at the Laugh Factory--LA is packed with options for live shows.
- Walt Disney Concert Hall in Downtown
- House of Blues Sunset Strip
- The Ford Theatres in Hollywood
- The Greek Theatre in Griffith Park
- An Interview With KCRW DJ Garth Trinidad
- The Viper Room in West Hollywood: Club Review
- Fact Sheet: LA Philharmonic Music Director Gustavo Dudamel
- Top 15 Live Music Venues for Medium to Large Concerts in Los Angeles
- Free Comedy Shows and Workshops in Los Angeles
- Rock 'n Roll Wine Pairs 'Vino' and Live Music
- The Hollywood Bowl
Restaurants, Food and Drink
LA's fancies for restaurants, clubs and bars are constantly shifting. The best of the best in gastronomy and mixology come out here to make it. So, there's an assortment of great new hot spots that seem to crop up often alongside some equally worthy old mainstays.
- Chaya Brasserie (Downtown, Venice and Robertson/Beverly Hills Adjacent)
- Dog-Friendly Restaurants, Cafes and Coffee Shops
- Top Coffee Spots in West Hollywood
- Cocktailing on the Heels of Celebs at the Chateau Marmont
- Review of M. Cafe in Culver City, Beverly Hills and on Melrose
- Review of Oliverio at the Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills
- Review of Vinoteque on Melrose
- Review of Breadbar Cafe and Restaurant
- Review of Miru 8691 in Beverly Hills
- Review of Westside Tavern
- Los Angeles Area Farmers Markets by Neighborhood
- 10 Restaurants With Unbeatable Ambiance
- Top 12 Wine Bars in LA
- Saveurs Gourmet French Meals Hit Farmers Markets in LA
- Picnic Boxes, Lunch Boxes and Gourmet Deli Food
- Vegetarian and Vegan-Friendly Restaurants in LA
- Top 10 Hotel Bars and Lounges in Los Angeles
Nature and the Great Outdoors
All the glitters is not tinsel in the Golden State's entertainment capital. There's a whole natural world to discover in Los Angeles as well--from Topanga Canyon and Rustic Canyon, to the hills of Mount Washington and Marina Del Rey. LA's beaches, parks, canyons and hillside areas offer locals a chance to take a much-needed time-out from their busy metropolitan lives.
- Dog Walking Tour of LA's East Side Parks and Trails
- Malibu: A Day at the Beach
- Lake Shrine at the Self-Realization Fellowship in Pacific Palisades
Classes and Instruction
Whether you want to learn karate or screenwriting, there is a wide range of instructional courses and instructors available and accessible throughout LA.