Saturday, August 13 through Sunday, August 21, 2022
*Yes, we know it's longer than a week, it's just
Little Tokyo, Multiple locations
Our favorite event below is always the Little Tokyo Grand Parade. Remember to bring sunscreen, shades, cold drinks and maybe even some portable chairs. Then enjoy your own slice of hometown parade with a Japanese twist.
Coronation
Saturday, August 13, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. | Aratani Theatre
Experience the crowning of the 2022 Nisei Week Queen. The Nisei Week court candidates will show off the results of their training and vie to be crowned the 2022 Nisei Week Queen.
Cultural Exhibits
Saturday, August 13, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. | JACCC
Enjoy rich Japanese culture by viewing collected Japanese objects such as bonsai, calligraphy, Ikebana, and more will be on display inside the JACCC.
Grand Parade
Sunday, August 14, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Little Tokyo
Stop by and visit one of the largest Japanese American parades in the country. The streets of Little Tokyo will be filled with Japanese dancers, displays of vibrant colors, festive music, talented musicians, floats, and more.
Awards Dinner
Sunday, August 14, 6:00- 8:30 p.m. | Double Tree by Hilton
The community of Little Tokyo will be recognizing community individuals who go above and beyond – including Frances K. Hashimoto community service honorees, inspiration award honorees, and grand parade marshals.
Experience the crowning of the 2022 Nisei Week Queen. The Nisei Week court candidates will show off the results of their training and vie to be crowned the 2022 Nisei Week Queen.
Cultural Exhibits
Enjoy rich Japanese culture by viewing collected Japanese objects such as bonsai, calligraphy, Ikebana, and more will be on display inside the JACCC.
Grand Parade
Sunday, August 14, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | Little Tokyo
Stop by and visit one of the largest Japanese American parades in the country. The streets of Little Tokyo will be filled with Japanese dancers, displays of vibrant colors, festive music, talented musicians, floats, and more.
Awards Dinner
Sunday, August 14, 6:00- 8:30 p.m. | Double Tree by Hilton
The community of Little Tokyo will be recognizing community individuals who go above and beyond – including Frances K. Hashimoto community service honorees, inspiration award honorees, and grand parade marshals.
We'll give you a reminder next week as the festival starts Aug 20th
Sat, August 13, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Terasaki Budokan
249 South Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
$0 – $20
Ronin-Expo returns now in a new location in Little Tokyo. You got cosplayers and voice actors and hopefully some nice merch booths. Hope for a nice artist alley too.
Mike Mignola Doc + Q&A & BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN (35mm)
Sat, August 13, 20226:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Million Dollar Theater 307 South Broadway
$14 – $24
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER: Comic book artist and creator Mike Mignola as well as documentary filmmakers Jim Demonakos and Kevin Konrad Hanna (makers of the Mignola documentary MIKE MIGNOLA: DRAWING MONSTERS which we are also screening) join us for a Q&A about Mr. Mignola's process, his love of cinema, and thoughts on the intersection of comics, art, and cinema following the two movies!
PLUS Mr. Mignola and colorist Dave Stewart have created a limited edition poster JUST FOR THIS EVENT! We'll announce it and put it on sale asap. So stay tuned. We've already seen it and it's amazing.
August 13th, 2022, Saturday, at 1 PM to 4 PM
Game Realms in Burbank
Norris Cinema Theatre at the Frank Sinatra Hall, 3507 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Followed by a Q&A with Dr. Rebekah McKendry, PhD
Moderated by Elric Kane
Moderated by Elric Kane
*My favorite horror podcast remaining hosts from Colors of the Dark.
Spiraling out after a bad breakup, Wes (Ryan Kwanten) ends up at a
remote rest stop miles away from civilization. His situation worsens
after he finds himself locked inside the bathroom with a mysterious
figure (J.K. Simmons) speaking to him from an adjacent stall. As Wes
tries to escape, he finds himself an unwilling player in a situation
bigger and more terrible than he could possibly imagine…
Aug 11-20
LA's Oscar qualifying short film festival is taking place from August
11-20, showcasing 400 short films selected from over 5000 entries
Saturday, August 13 and Sunday August 14 from 11am-6pm
Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza
Immerse yourself in the rich culture, art, and history of L.A.’s Black arts district at Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza with Crenshaw Creative. Hear stories of elders, participate in hands-on workshops, and discover a rapidly growing community of artists, artisans, educators, and performers. Plus, enjoy food vendors, photo booths, giveaways, and an immersive digital experience of Getty collections.
August 13 -14
Santa Monica, CA 90401
The market is free to attend, but advance tickets are required for entry.
The market brings together food lovers with some of the most unique eats Southern California has to offer, featuring approximately three dozen food, merch and craft vendors. Some of the most popular local small business vendors from the market's flagship events will include Cafe 949, Why So Shellfish, Chick N’ Skin, Ghostix and Cheese Wheel Pasta. An alcohol garden will also be available for attendees 21 years and older. The market is open to all ages and free to attend with advanced ticket reservations.
The Festival of Arts 90th Birthday Bash will start at 12noon on Saturday, August 13
Festival of Arts Grounds
650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
;admission is free to the art show only, excludes Pageant of the
Masters. The Festival of Arts Fine Art Show is open daily now through
September 2, 2022. Weekday general admission tickets to the Festival’s
Fine Art Show are $10 per person, and $15 per person the weekends.
To celebrate 90 years of art, the Festival of Arts is hosting a 90th Birthday Bash celebration in partnership with the City of Laguna Beach on Saturday, August 13, 2022. This exciting day will include birthday-themed art projects, photo booths, live music with Grammy-nominated musician and Bass Player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker, giveaways, surprises and much more. Making this special occasion even more of a celebration, the Birthday Bash is open to the public and admission is FREE to the Fine Art Show all day long!
Saturday, Aug. 13 at 4 p.m.
Angel's Point Picnic Area
Elysian Park
Los Angeles, CA 90012
FREE
Extras
Fall is in theaters Friday and looks like pure ridiculous schlock
Michael Brewster Acoustic Sculptures
+ Nighttime Telescope Observing
7:30 on Sat. Aug. 13
Every Sunday
10am-4pm at @rowdtla
Free Entry, Family Friendly Beer Garden, No Pets.
Free Entry, Family Friendly Beer Garden, No Pets.
Smorgasburg is the largest weekly open-air food market in America, with markets in Los Angeles attracting 50,000 people each weekend to eat from a hundred local vendors.
Largo,
known for comedy shows. Grab some
tickets before everything sells out. Many new shows from some of LA's
top comedians. We see Bill Burr, Patton Oswalt,
Pete Holmes and Sarah Silverman performing here to name a few.
2021 kayaking season runs from Memorial Day (May 31) through Labor Day weekend (September 5)
Two
different Kayak companies to choose from, spend a few hours on the LA
River for a strange and beautiful experience of kayaking through the
city.
Film
Summer Screenings
The Hammer, KCRW, and the UCLA Film & Television Archive present Summer Night Cinema.
Tuesdays this summer, make a night of it at the
Hammer with after hours gallery access, drinks and bar bites at Lulu,
and free film screenings. Galleries will be open until the films begin
at 7:30 p.m.
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Movies On The Roof 
Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks, CA
Your favorite summer cinema series “Movies On The Roof” is back at
Westfied Fashion Square. This year they have teamed up with My Valley
Pass for 20 Classic Films in an upscale setting. This series will include state-of-the-art
projection and sound in an elevated rooftop setting with comfortable
seating on plush bean bag chairs, under-the-stars blanket setups, or
other additional cozy seating. All seating is available on a first come,
first serve basis.
Moonlight Movies on the Beach
Different Locations Around Long Beach
Summer Music
KCRW announces today the line-up for the station’s signature event series, Summer Nights, with free, all-ages, outdoor performances featuring KCRW-curated bands, and the tastemaker station’s stellar DJs.
Hana Vu
KCRW DJs: Dan Wilcox & Valida
Thursday, July 28
Summer Nights at the Hammer Museum
Sly5thAve
KCRW DJ: SiLVA
Saturday, July 30
Summer Nights at Grand Performances
KCRW DJs: Dan Wilcox & Valida
Thursday, July 28
Summer Nights at the Hammer Museum
Sly5thAve
KCRW DJ: SiLVA
Saturday, July 30
Summer Nights at Grand Performances
SUNSET CONCERTS
Thursday evenings, July 21–August 25, 2022, at 8:00 pm
Thursday evenings, July 21–August 25, 2022, at 8:00 pm
ROCKY DAWUNI DJ set by KCRW DJ Francesca Harding Thursday, July 28, 8:00 pm
From
beloved Sunset Concerts alumni to up-and-coming international
performers, this season offers artistry and storytelling that harnesses
music’s unique power to bring communities together, forge cultural
bonds, and move hearts and minds.
The Regulars
