Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Weekly What To Do: Rising Revenge? Or Just Zombies & Eats

Wed, 26 Aug 6:00 PM - 08:00 PM 
 Collector’s Paradise North Hollywood
5118 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601

Meet superstar writer GERRY DUGGAN at our NoHo store on Wednesday, August 26!
 
Thursday, Aug 27, 2026  6pm - 9pm
Northern Café
6282 Hollywood Blvd
Admission is free to consumers 21+ and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to venue capacity.
 
It’s gametime LA! On August 27, UNO will be taking over No Vacancy and will feature Classic UNO gameplay that brings strangers together and tests friendships in the most fun way. Local MCs and DJs bringing their own flare to keep the good vibes going all night. Tons of prizes, including branded merchandise and UNO product packs. UNO-themed decor and custom signature drinks. Plenty of fun photo ops and memorable moments! Whether you’re in it to win or just want to grab a drink and watch, UNO Social Clubs are going to be the place to be this summer for game lovers and trendsetters alike. 
 
Friday, Aug. 28 (7 pm doors / 8 pm show)
Mayan Theatre (1038 S. Hill St.) in Downtown L.A.
$62  
(21+)
 
Now, with the Mayan Theatre reopened under new ownership as a live music and events venue, LVVDLL returns to the stage where it all began for one night only. Audiences can once again experience the show's original sexo y violencia spectacle—featuring high-flying masked luchadores, wild burlesque, live music, outrageous comedy, and the anything-can-happen energy that made the Mayan an L.A. institution for more than two decades.

 
Yoiyami Night at Common Space
Friday, August 28, 5:00 PM 11:00 PM
Common Space Brewery 3411 W El Segundo Blvd Hawthorne, CA 90250
 
Anime crafts, trading cards, books, beats, fresh beer and more!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Saturday, August 29
Sunday, August 30
Echo Park 
Free 
 
Transforming one of Los Angeles’ most iconic neighborhoods into a free, community-driven celebration of music, art, culture and local business. Among this year’s leading partners is Skyduster Beer, a longtime supporter of independent music and creative communities. Skyduster joins Echo Park Rising’s 2026 celebration alongside media partner KCRW and Sunboy Spiked Coconut Water, with special experiences planned throughout the weekend.
 
 
 
August 29 & 30, 2026
10 am - 10 pm
Lafayette Park at 625 S. Lafayette Park Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Parking: Street or Athena located at 611 Carondelet St. (Payment by cash or credit is $14)
Public transportation is recommended
 
The festival spans a seven-block stretch in the heart of the Guatemalan community in Lafayette Park. It is a two-day community event, open to the public and free of charge. Attendees will experience vibrant Guatemalan music, engaging arts and crafts, and delicious Chapin cuisine.
 
Starship Lotzilla Market
Saturday, 29 August 5pm-10pm
Revenge Of
3420 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90065


Revenge Of presents Starship Lotzilla, a dusk-to-dark market taking over the lot. Expect a beer garden by Verdugo Bar, food from Fish Oven Pizza and Swrlies, and a vendor lineup featuring Disperse Home Media, Hellpocalypse, and Severin Films. On-site tattoos by Johnny Vampotna and Heather Bailey will be available alongside a summer sale on comic bundles and graphic novels. 
 
 
Sun, Aug 30 • 1 PM
JAPAN HOUSE Salon | Level 5
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
$40
 
Join us for Movie & Bites, our popular event series celebrating the connection between Japanese food, film, and storytelling.

Families and friends are invited to enjoy two episodes from Netflix’s “The Makanai: Cooking for the Maiko House” by acclaimed Japanese filmmaker Hirokazu Kore-eda, followed by a talk and onigiri tasting experience by the show’s food stylist Nami Iijima.

Colony is in theaters Aug 28. It's from the director of Train To Busan and it's a new take on zombies

LA - FRANKLIN
$17.94
 
Remain seated please, keeping your hands, arms, feet, legs, and laughs in your seat at all times! Uncle Walt is here to present a magical and comedic variety hour of sketches, characters, music, improv, and chaos: all coming to your favorite theme parks real soon. Roller coasters can talk, animals can dance, and puppets can fly – anything can happen!

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An exciting new FREE outdoor summer event series celebrating live music, film, and community at Santa Monica's beautiful Tongva Park.

Presented by the City of Santa Monica Recreation & Arts Department and produced by Rum & Humble, the series will take place every Saturday from August 8 through September 12, beginning at 7 p.m. 

Guests are encouraged to pack a picnic, bring a blanket or low-back chair, and settle in for relaxed evenings just steps from the Pacific Ocean. Admission is free.

 

Sounds of LA County - 27 Parks. 108 Concerts. One County
A new standalone summer concert series for LA County Parks, produced by NextFest LA
Now - August 29, 2026
Multiple locations 
Free
 
The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation (LA County Parks) is launching its first official standalone FREE summer concert series in LA County Parks' history. Sounds of LA County - 27 Parks. 108 Concerts. One County highlights local artists from LA County's abundant indie music scene, bringing a music festival vibe to your front door. The free concerts, taking place Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings, are uniquely curated to reflect the culture, diversity, and energy of the communities where they are held.
 
They're back and ready to get you funky, check out the
June-September 
20 Events
Free, All-Ages 
 
"...Outdoor parties with iconic cultural partners across Southern California. We’ve got something for everyone — DJs, live bands, special exhibitions, food and libations, and tons of free fun. It’s the perfect way to find music you love, discover something new, and connect with your community. Don’t miss out — grab your friends and experience LA like never before."
 
L.A. River Expeditions is back for the Summer. Find the one-of-a-kind urban kayaking experience that's right for you! Sepulveda Basin Recreation Zone or Elysian Valley Recreation Zone 
 
Zebulon, this small live music venue features a healthy amount of concerts almost nightly. Go through it's huge list of who'll be there. One of the best aspects of the musics cafe is that it has a lot of free events to jam out and dance out to.
 
UCB, a cheapo comedy show almost every night, see comedians before they make podcasts and have stories about the UCB and before they hit the big time.



 
Little Tokyo Farmers' Market Saturdays
9:00 am - 2:00 pm every Sat
Isamu Noguchi Plaza
244 S. San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Free
 
"Join us at the Little Tokyo Farmers’ Market, a vibrant new Saturday tradition in the heart of Little Tokyo. Presented in partnership by JACCC and Food Access LA, this weekly market brings together fresh, affordable produce, rich cultural experiences, and meaningful community connection."
 

 

American Cinematheque-A celebrated independent theater group that brings both the talent and catalog of films to make for some of LA's best movie nights.
 
Cinespia -This hosts screenings outside at iconic venues including The Hollywood Forever Cemetery, The Greek Theatre, and Los Angeles Historic Park.
 

Secret Movie Club-Special edition posters and a large swatch of films to see.

Check out classics and cult movies just a few stories above street level. Rooftop Movies at The Montalbán. & Rooftop Cinema Club

New Bev-Tarantino owned independent theater with old school style
 
Brain Dead Studios-manages to fill its schedule almost every night
611 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
 
Vidiots -A one-of-a-kind hub for film lovers, filmmakers, and everyone curious about cinema. A small theater is more than made-up for with the constant content and special screenings.
4884 Eagle Rock Blvd
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Tuesday, August 25, 2026

The #1 Cartoon Injury Law Firm in Albuquerque: Coyote vs. Acme Has A Number You Can Call

 

 

Coyote vs. Acme is finally out August 28th.

You can read about it trying to be discarded by WB's as a tax write-off over here at Variety 

Will Forte Says Warner Bros. Shelving ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Ignited ‘White Hot Anger’ but Might ‘Help Get More Eyes on It’ When It Opens in Theaters Three Years Later 

 

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Early September: Taskmaster Series 22, Programmed by Mel Brooks: 100 Years at the Movies, Beard Papa's x Persona 30th, Neil Breen's Dire Duplicity @Alamo & Bring Your Own Bucket Day

 

Brand new Taskmaster (Series 22) will premiere on Thursday, September 3rd at 9pm BST on Channel 4 in the UK and then will be available worldwide at 10pm BST / 5pm EST / 2pm PST on the Taskmaster YouTube Channel. Who are the players this time: 
critically-acclaimed comedian and Edinburgh Fringe favourite Chloe Petts (Have I Got News For You, BBC One); award-winning comedian, writer, songwriter and actor Isy Suttie (Peep Show, C4); BAFTA winning actor, author, comedian, presenter, Matt Lucas (Gladiator II); actor, comedian, and ventriloquist Nina Conti (director of comedy feature Sunlight); and multi-award-winning comedian, actor, writer and director Richard Ayoade (Photographer at wedding in The Life & Death of Peter Sellers).

'Programmed by Mel Brooks: 100 Years at the Movies'
Thurs. Sep 3 - Thurs. Nov 1, 2026
Aero Theatre, Egyptian Theatre and Los Feliz 3

Don't worry, Mel Brooks isn't dead...ore at least isn't as of writing this. Because he reached 100 and is so beloved he's choosing 20 of his fav films for you to watch this September.

In celebration of Mel Brooks' 100th birthday, the American Cinematheque has had the incredible opportunity of collaborating with the actor and filmmaker himself to program a list of his favorite films. For the first time, Brooks is publicly sharing his favorites, with the series offering unique insight into his knowledge and appreciation of film history spanning the last century. The American Cinematheque is delighted to be sharing his selection with our audience this fall.

Beard Papa's x Persona 30th

press release:  CERRITOS, Calif. — August 19th, 2026 - Beard Papa's, bakers of the world's best cream puff, today announced a collaboration celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the acclaimed Persona series. From September 4 through October 4, 2026, participating Beard Papa's locations across the United States will feature limited-time cream puffs, collectible gift sets, merchandise, and themed in-store experiences inspired by one of gaming's most celebrated RPG franchises.

Developed in collaboration with ATLUS, the campaign celebrates the legacy of Revelations: Persona™ through Persona 5 Royal™ with original artwork created for Beard Papa's by ATLUS’ creative team, collectible rewards, and a dessert lineup crafted especially for the anniversary.

- The Beard Papa's Cerritos and Little Tokyo locations will also feature large-format anniversary murals designed as fan photo opportunities.



  

Well, even though Cinemark gave up and is okay with the Paramount & WB merger now, there at least doing one good this with a bring your own bucket day September 6th. 

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Monday, August 24, 2026

Game Hype: The Jackbox Party Pack 12, Sucker for Love: Crush Landing, Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look & Low-Budget Repairs

 
The Jackbox Party Pack 12 is out October 15th
Here's the games in the pack and how they play: Create goofy greetings in We Forgot a Card, wild image warping in Hyperface, absurd arguments in Debate and Switch, team-based fact battles in Idol Factions, and mind-melding friendship in MegaPals.
Sucker for Love: Crush Landing is out Aug 31st.

 Put the ‘love’ in 'Lovecraftian horror!' When a captivating comet named Hheily crashes into your apartment, you are drawn into an interplanetary conflict between light and dark. Feed Hheily's fire to save the world in this horror-comedy visual novel… and maybe even win a smooch!

Grand Theft Auto VI: An Extended Look is Premiering Exclusively on Netflix
Netflix members get an early look at the hotly anticipated game Aug. 27 at 12:00 p.m. PT.

 

Low-Budget Repairs is out now.

Imagine yourself as a DIY handyman, running your own small business in a Polish block of flats during the 1990s. Your mission? To make as much money as possible by cutting costs wherever you can!

Diluting paint with water to make it last for the entire apartment? Sure, the color might not be as vibrant, but who’s going to notice?

Laying tiles without a level? A bit of unevenness adds "character" to the space. After all, what matters is the quick result, not perfection!

Don’t worry—if the client spots any flaws after you’ve left, the profit is already yours!

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Friday, August 21, 2026

Weekend Round-Up

 405 Freeway lanes to close this weekend — and next month — in the Sepulveda Pass

Just Like Heaven | August 22, 2026
Pasadena

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Thursday, August 20, 2026

Halloween 2026: Cinematic Void Spooky Season Schedule

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Halloween 2026: Kwaidan 4K Restoration, Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort & California Adventure, Bob Baker's Hallowe’en Spooktacular & Spider Pavilion

The Kwaidan 4K Restoration from Janus Films is coming to theaters Sept 11th. Kwaidan is known as the classic ghost story anthology movie from Japan. It may not scare on the same level being from the 1960's, but like any good ghost story the dread and fear it casts are suppose to stay with you. And, the justified 4K restoration is because it supposed be a damn good looking horror film.

Halloween starts the earliest at Disney once again this year, starting this weekend. 

Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort & California Adventure
August 21 through October 31, 2025
Disneyland,  Anaheim, CA 92802
$$

Disneyland wants those kid dollars so Halloween once again starts first at this house of mouse. Special decked out rides, goods and food are all in a Halloween style at the parks. And, special trick-or-treat missions seems like another experience you can pay for. Check their site for more info.

September 5– November 8, 2026
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
4949 York Boulevard,
Los Angeles, CA, 90042
$ 
 
Hallowe’en Spooktacular is an hour-long, family-friendly boo-sical revue featuring over one hundred spirited puppets rallying to regale you with silly things on strings. From Frankenstein’s monster’s toe-tapping inception to an out-of-this-world Venutian dreamscape, Hallowe’en Spooktacular beckons you to the place where imagination … lurks!   

 

Starts September 20th
Natural History Museum
$10 per person. General Admission also required.
Free for Members. Reservation required.
*Please note that tickets are for 30 minute time slots

"This one-of-a-kind seasonal pavilion gives you a rare glimpse into the secret life of spiders. Stroll through the open air pavilion to see hundreds of orb weavers and their amazing webs all around you. Then enter the spider den to peer into enclosed habitats that house different species from tarantulas to jumping spiders. Along the way you'll hear amazing stories and get answers to all your arachnid questions from our Museum Educators."

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