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- Father's Day Food
Get ready for a weekend full of celebrating, from brunches and a beer festival for the dad in your life to family events for Juneteenth and more plays, musicals and one-person shows than you can possibly fit into a weekend at the Hollywood Fringe Festival.
Plus, sharpen your reading skills for Bloomsday at the Hammer, head downtown to dance your socks off with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, or head to Manhattan Beach for a surf class.
Visit LAist.com for more to explore, including learning more about local James Beard honoree Chef Lord Maynard Llera, the best spots to take a hike in Griffith Park, and a reminder that the Tournament of Cheeseburgers is right around the corner!
Events
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June 13, 2024 through June 30, 2024
Hollywood Fringe Festival
- Multiple Locations
Cost: Varies; Most shows are $10 and up but there are many FREE shows too ; More Info
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The annual Hollywood Fringe Festival is L.A.’s unequivocal “yes” answer to "Is L.A. really a theater town?” From solo performances to immersive shows that take you out of your seat, to ones that are short and sweet (I’m here for the 30-minute one-act over the three-hour Dune movie any day, my friends), the Hollywood Fringe always has gems that surprise and delight. Take your pick from the dozens of shows on offer (it is overwhelming!) and support the many black box theaters along Santa Monica Blvd through the end of the month.
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June 14, 2024 through June 15, 2024
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It’s not quite the dog days of summer yet, but Pershing Square is bringing the paw-ty downtown. Grab your furry friend (start with Bring Your Dog to Work Day on Friday) and then head to events like dog walking, dog caricatures, photo ops, and even puppy yoga on Saturday. Paid registration for that is here.
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Dirty Dozen Brass Band
- Grand Performances
350 S. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.
Cost: Free with RSVP ; More Info
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Who dat? You may have gathered in reading this column that I’m a bit of a jazz fan and New Orleans jazz specifically. So while you can wait for Trombone Shorty’s tour to hit the Hollywood Bowl in September (which will be great!), you can also head downtown and see the incredible Dirty Dozen Brass Band (for free) at Grand Plaza this weekend. I’m ready to Second Line all the way down the Expo Line.
- Grand Performances
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM
3rd Annual Q Con
- Fiesta Hall in Plummer Park
7737 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood
Cost: FREE ; More Info
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See AlsoLos Angeles, CA Crawl Events This Weekend | Eventbrite4 breezy L.A. hikes to beat the heat waveChurch of Scientology Los Angeles Launches a Summer of Fun for the Entire Community - Send2Press NewswireChurch of Scientology Los Angeles Memorial Day Event Launches a Season of Programs for the East Hollywood Community - Send2Press NewswireCan’t wait for Comic-Con? Q Con, Southern California’s only LGBTQ+ comic convention, is happening in West Hollywood, featuring special appearances by X-Men ’97 cast members Holly Chou and JP Karliak. The event champions LGBTQ+ voices in comics and graphic novels and will feature comics creators, cosplayers, and panels. You can even bring your own work for a comics portfolio review by comics professionals.
- Fiesta Hall in Plummer Park
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Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM
A first edition copy of James Joyce's novel 'Ulysses' is seen before it's shown to Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, duch*ess of Cambridge in 2020.
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James Joyce’s Ulysses follows the lives of three Dubliners over the course of a single day – June 16, 1904. And for years, avid readers around the world have taken to reading the modernist masterpiece aloud on the anniversary of that day. The Hammer is in its 15th year of hosting a Bloomsday party, and this year features songs, readings, and of course, Guinness on tap. Slainte!
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Juneteenth Celebrations
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Friday, June 14, 2024 at 5:30 PM
Kickoff Juneteenth Comedy With Mayor Karen Bass
- Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
5919 Franklin Ave., Hollywood
Cost: $10 advance ; More Info
Los Angeles Mayor-elect Karen Bass addresses a news conference after her L.A. mayoral election win.
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What other city can say their mayor is doing a standup routine at UCB? Enough said. Go for guest monologist Mayor Karen Bass (who also recently made a cameo on John Mulaney’s Netflix series), but stay to enjoy comedy from improvisers including Evan Cleaver, Aricia Skidmore-Williams, Phil Augusta Jackson, Ronnie Adrian, Lamar Woods, and Caroline Martin, all doing variations on Juneteenth themes.
- Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Long Beach Juneteenth
- Rainbow Lagoon Park
400 E. Shoreline Dr., Long Beach
Cost: Reserved seat: $80, General Admission: FREE ; More Info
Anderson .Paak & The Free Nationals perform onstage during 2019 Boston Calling Music Festival.
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Gospel performances, African drumming, DJs, poetry readings, and a set by Anderson .Paak. All top off a full day of festivities at the Long Beach Juneteenth celebration.
- Rainbow Lagoon Park
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Juneteenth at CAAM
- California African American Museum (CAAM)
600 State Dr., University Park
Cost: Free ; More Info
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Enjoy yoga, a sound bath, storytelling, and zinemaking at the California African American Museum celebration. While you’re there, make sure to see the Simone Leigh exhibit!
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00 PM
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Head to Pasadena for a day of food, dancing, and celebrations of Black American culture. There’s an African arts and crafts table for kids, a group quilting activity, lessons on the origin of braids, and much more.
Outdoor Pick
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Sunday, June 16, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Beach Yoga + Learn To Surf
- Bruce's Beach
2600 Highland Ave., Manhattan Beach
Cost: $75 DONATION ; More Info
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First, join a beach yoga class with Sarah Ann Suwanasung, then jump into the ocean for a donation-based (from $75) 90-minute surf class for beginners, hosted by Wondery Outdoors and Arc’teryx. Your contribution goes to helping Los Courage Camps, which provides outdoor activities for underprivileged kids across the L.A. area.
- Bruce's Beach
Viewing Pick
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Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM
'Pretty Woman' At Poolside Cinema
- Fairmont Miramar
101 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica
Cost: $45, includes popcorn + food and beverage credit ; More Info
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It’s finally warm enough by the beach to think about being in a pool at night, so head to the Fairmont in Santa Monica for their Poolside Cinema series and enjoy some swim-ema. This week they are showing Pretty Woman, but the Hulu-sponsored event runs through September with a range of films on offer.
- Fairmont Miramar
Dine & Drinks Deals
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
LA Independent Beer Fest
- Shoreline Aquatic Park
200 Shoreline Way , Long Beach
Cost: $65 ; More Info
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Maybe the dad in your life is a beer lover? Or maybe that’s you? Either way, head to Long Beach for the L.A. Independent Beer Fest with more than 75 local brewers sampling 150 craft beers. Plus, a Red Hot Chili Peppers Cover band! Designated driver tickets are just $20, so plan accordingly.
- Shoreline Aquatic Park
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Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 6:00 PM
LA Taco’s Taco Madness
- LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St., Chinatown
Cost: $15 and up; FREE for members ; More Info
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Support local journalism and have all the tacos you can dream about while you’re at it. L.A. Taco is hosting its 15th TACO Madness Festival, with dozens of L.A.'s best taqueros behind the grill. Enjoy DJs, live art, micheladas and Boomtown ales, plus a Best In Show taco contest to award the best taco of the day.
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Father's Day Food
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Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 10:30 AM
Father’s Day Premier Brunch Cruise
- Fisherman’s Village
13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey
Cost: $115 and up ; More Info
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City Experiences hosts a two-hour brunch and beer cruise around the Marina for Father’s Day with unlimited mimosas, entertainment, and more.
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Sunday, June 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM
Thin Crust Pizza Cooking Class
- The Gourmandise School
395 Santa Monica Pl. #323, Santa Monica
Cost: $145 ; More Info
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The thin crust pizza class is already sold out, but join the waitlist for a chance to get in, and even if you can’t throw dough on Sunday, Sounds of Santa Monica will have a special Father’s Day live musical performance by Sierra Sellers for families to enjoy 12 - 3 p.m.
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Friday, June 14, 2024 at 6:00 PM
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The Spire offers insane views of the city, so try not to give dad vertigo if you head to the La Boucherie whisky tasting, featuring Oban, Lagavulin, and Mortlach samples.
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