Events Happening in Los Angeles This Weekend where you can meet new people [4.17-4.19]
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Pups, Pals, & Pours. An event for dog lovers and their dogs.
4.16 | 6:45 PM | Arts District
A dog park hang that doubles as a social mixer, with wine flowing and adoptable pups stealing the spotlight. Show up for a casual yappy hour or opt into the speed friending rounds designed to actually help you meet your kind of people. It’s easy, outdoorsy, and very solo-friendly, especially if your ideal conversation starter has four legs.
Writing Gets Lonely: Open Writing Studio
4.17 | 1 PM | Echo Park
A simple, focused writing session where the only goal is to get words on the page. Bring whatever you’re working on and settle in alongside others doing the same, no prompts, no pressure. It’s calm, quietly social, and a solid way to stay accountable while still feeling like you’re writing on your own.
Book Swap: Bring a Book, Take a Book
4.17 | 5 PM | Mar Vista
A casual book swap built around sharing the stories you’ve loved and discovering new ones in return. Bring a favorite, browse what others brought, and see what finds you. It’s easy, social without trying too hard, and a nice way to meet fellow readers even if you come solo.
Star Gazing at Mt. Wilson Observatory
4.17 | 7:00 PM | Mt. Wilson
An easy, no-frills night in the mountains where the main plan is to look up. Head to Mount Wilson for a public star party with telescopes, quiet views, and a crowd that’s just happy to share the sky. It’s peaceful, a little magical, and surprisingly social for something so low-key, especially if you come solo and linger between constellations.
Drunk Theatre: 5 Shots in 5 Seconds to start the performance
4.17 | 9 PM | Santa Monica
An improv show built on a simple, slightly dangerous premise. One comedian takes five shots, then joins a cast of sober performers to try and hold it together on stage. The result is messy, unpredictable, and genuinely funny in a way that feels different every time. It’s a great pick if you want a lively night out and a crowd that’s ready to laugh with strangers.
Coffee, Coastlines, and a Cause
4.18 | 8 AM | Santa Monica
An Earth Day beach clean-up that feels just as social as it is meaningful. Start the morning with coffee, then hit the sand alongside a community that cares about real impact. It’s easy to show up solo and leave with new connections, plus a free event tee if you’re early. Come for the cause, stay for the people, and be part of something that actually gives back.
Earth Day in the Park with Music, Makers, and Community
4.18 | 11 AM | Elysian Park
A laid-back Earth Day festival tucked into Elysian Park, where music, workshops, and community all blend into one easy afternoon. Wander between booths, join a yoga or sound bath session, and connect with people who care about the same things you do. It’s free, open to everyone, and very solo-friendly, with plenty of ways to jump in and feel part of something bigger.
Brunch, Books, and the Open Water
4.18 | 12 PM | Marina Del Rey
A yacht day that blends a little luxury with a lot of intention. Settle in for ocean views, a thoughtful conversation with author Devi Brown, and a crowd that actually wants to connect. Between brunch, wine, and a sound bath, it’s equal parts social and grounding. Ideal for coming solo and leaving with new friends who also brought a book to brunch.
Speed Dating at the L.A. Festival of Books
4.18 | 1:30 PM | University Park
Set inside the L.A. Times Festival of Books, this is speed dating with a softer, more thoughtful energy. You’ll sip a latte, meet curated matches, and spend the afternoon talking to people who actually came to connect. It’s easy to arrive solo, especially with a built-in crowd of fellow book lovers and a setting that already feels a little romantic.
Twilight Watch Party
4.18 | 7:30 PM | Hollywood Hills
A Twilight watch party that leans all the way in. Think cocktails with a bite, themed snacks, and a crowd that’s just self-aware enough to commit to the bit. It’s playful, a little chaotic, and easy to walk into solo if you’re looking to meet fellow fans or just relive the drama in good company. Location stays secret, but the vibe is very much a vampire house party in the hills.
Ranch Yoga + Sound Bath with Horses
4.19 | 9 AM | Topanga
A slow morning in the mountains that feels worlds away from LA. Spend time with horses, move through a grounding outdoor yoga flow, and settle into a sound bath as the ranch quiets everything down. It’s calm, spacious, and easy to come solo, especially if you’re craving fresh air, softer energy, and a reset that doesn’t feel forced.
A Long Walk on the Beach
4.19 | 10 AM | Long Beach
An easy, feel-good beach walk designed for fresh air and real connection. Expect ocean views, a relaxed pace, and a group of women who are just as open to conversation as they are to a quiet moment by the water. It’s simple, grounding, and very solo-friendly, especially if you’ve been meaning to get out more and meet people without overthinking it.
Record Store Meetup at the Record Fair
4.19 | 12 PM | Arts District
A casual meet-up for people who still get excited flipping through vinyl. Start at the record fair, swap intros, and spend the afternoon digging for finds, talking music, and seeing what everyone’s into. It’s low pressure, easy to join solo, and built for anyone who wants to turn a shared taste in music into actual new friendships.
Intro to Tarot workshop
4.19 | 1 PM | Lincoln Heights
A beginner-friendly tarot class set inside a lively brewery, which makes the whole thing feel a lot more social than serious. You’ll learn the basics, practice readings, and pick up a few tricks without any pressure to know what you’re doing. Come solo, grab a cider, and settle into a space that’s equal parts learning and low-key mingling with other curious minds.
Mushroom Disco in the Garden
4.19 | 4 PM | Larchmont
An open-air day party that feels like a dreamy escape in the middle of East Hollywood. Expect house and disco sets, plant-based bites, and a crowd leaning into the mystical dress code. It’s part dance floor, part wander-and-discover with tarot, crafting, and low-key lounging built in. Easy to show up solo and fall into conversation, especially if you like your parties a little more cosmic than chaotic.
Boozey Brunch: Burlesque & Drag Marketplace
4.19 | 12 PM | Downtown LA
Part marketplace, part performance, this daytime hang leans all the way into sparkle and self-expression. Browse racks of costumes and statement pieces, sip something while you shop, and catch drag and burlesque popping up throughout the afternoon. It’s social, high-energy, and an easy place to show up solo and find your people.
Chess Tournament with an After Party
4.18 | 5 PM | South Pasadena
A night where chess meets live music and the energy shifts as the hours go on. Early on, it’s focused and competitive with a real tournament feel. Later, it opens up into a social scene with games scattered across the room, drinks in hand, and conversations flowing between moves. Come for the strategy or just the vibe, it’s an easy place to drop in solo and find your rhythm.
L.A. Times Festival of Books
4.18-4.19 | 10 AM | University Park
The L.A. Times Festival of Books is the largest literary event in the U.S., transforming USC’s campus into a two-day celebration of storytelling each spring. It brings together hundreds of authors, panels, book signings, performances, and vendors, all centered around the written word. With free entry and something for every kind of reader, it’s equal parts cultural event, book fair, and community gathering.
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
4.17-4.19 | Various Times | Long Beach
The Grand Prix of Long Beach is a three-day motorsports festival that takes over downtown streets with high-speed racing and big energy. Anchored by the IndyCar race, the weekend also features multiple racing series, concerts, and fan experiences. It’s one of North America’s most iconic street races, blending adrenaline, ocean views, and a festival-like atmosphere.
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