Solo-Friendly Events Happening in Los Angeles this Weekend [11/28-11.30]
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Fourth Fridays in Long Beach
11.28 | 6 PM | Long Beach
Retro Row in Long Beach lights up on the fourth Friday of each month, and this edition gets a special Pride twist. From 6 to 9 PM, shops along 4th Street between Temple and Cherry stay open late with pop-ups, live performances, and plenty of festive energy. It’s a great chance to browse local small businesses, kick off holiday shopping, and mingle with a lively crowd, an easy, walkable night out whether you come with friends or solo.
Freaky Fridays Dance Party
11.28 | 7 PM | Lincoln Heights
Freaky Fridays wraps its season with a final night of dancing, powered by Blaec Elite DJs, who have already become favorites at the venue’s Thursday parties. Each edition brings a new sound and a fresh crowd, and this last installment promises a lively mix of beats and energy that keeps the floor moving. With everyone there to dance and unwind, it is an easy event to slip into solo, join the rhythm, and let the night unfold.
Gardening Day at San Dimas Canyon Nature Center
11.29 | 8 AM | San Dimas
This hands-on gardening day at the San Dimas Canyon Nature Center brings together We Explore Earth, LA Hikes, and the center’s gardening club for a morning of native planting, ecological restoration, and community connection. Volunteers of all ages will remove invasive plants, plant native trees, water new flora, collect seeds, and build shelters for local wildlife. No experience is needed, and the collaborative nature of the work makes it an easy space to meet people and show up solo while giving back to the environment.
Saturday Stairs Workout at the Hollywood Bowl
11.29 | 8 AM | Hollywood
Saturday Stairs is a free weekly fitness meetup at the Hollywood Bowl that welcomes athletes of every level, from beginners to seasoned pros. The group meets at 8 AM and trains on the bowl steps or the surrounding 80 acres when events are underway, creating a challenging but supportive environment. Dogs on leashes are welcome, and the friendly, come-as-you-are vibe makes it easy to show up solo and instantly feel part of the group.
The Coffee Drop
11.29 | 10 AM | Santa Clarita
The Coffee Drop is a new hangout built around good coffee, great beer, music, and community. Created by people who take their drinks seriously and their friendships even more so, it’s a casual spot to sip, meet new faces, and ease into conversation. Whether you come with friends or walk in solo, the vibe is warm and low-pressure, making it easy to settle in and connect.
Art Lab at the Hammer Museum
11.29 | 1 PM | Westwood Village
Art Lab at the Hammer Museum offers free, drop-in creative activities every Saturday from 1 to 4 PM, giving visitors of all ages a relaxed space to make art inspired by works in the galleries. Hammer educators guide the projects, and no tickets are required, so you can stop by whenever you like. It’s an easy solo outing since you can work at your own pace, join quietly, and naturally chat with others making art alongside you.
Pupusas and Punchlines
11.29 | 6 PM | Larchmont
Pupusas and Punchlines brings together a lineup of comedians from ABC, Netflix, Hulu, and more for a night of laughs paired with delicious Latin food from Jaragua. With no drink or food minimums and a crowd that shows up ready for a good time, it is an easy, low-pressure outing whether you come with friends or arrive solo. Great comedy, great comida, and a lively room make it one of those classic LA nights that feels fun from the moment you sit down.
Saturday Sounds at The Roguelike Tavern
11.29 | 7 PM | Burbank
The Roguelike Tavern hosts a live performance by Austin Rogers on Saturday, November 29 at 7 PM, offering a cozy space to unwind with good music, great drinks, and a welcoming crowd. It is the kind of relaxed neighborhood hang where you can show up solo, settle in with a drink, and easily enjoy the night without feeling out of place, whether you stay for the full set or just drop by to soak up the vibe.
The November Chess Social
11.29 | 8 PM | South Pasadena
The November Chess Social returns on November 29 at Griffins of Kinsale, a cozy Irish bar that sets the perfect tone for a night of casual and competitive games. Guests can drop in anytime between 8 PM and midnight to play, meet new people, and enjoy live music from William Fox, Mitchel Campbell, Groove Collectors, and newly married member Danny Griffin and his band. An optional non-perishable food drive supports local food banks, and parking is free and easy.
Line Dancing Lessons at Eastwood
11.29 | 9 PM | Koreatown
Eastwood Bar in Koreatown is offering free line dancing lessons on Saturday night. IInstructors guide newcomers through each routine, so no experience is required, and the crowd tends to pick things up together, creating an easy sense of camaraderie. It is a low-stakes, high-fun way to meet people, making it an especially welcoming option for anyone dropping in solo.
Free Yoga LA: VINYASA IN THE PARK
11.30 | 9:30 AM | Culver City
Serenity Sundays offers a donation-based, all-levels yoga class every Sunday at 9:30 AM, combining a 50-minute vinyasa flow with a 10-minute meditation in a peaceful park setting. The class includes breathwork, grounding, accessible movement, and optional hands-on adjustments for those who want them. It is a relaxed, welcoming environment where people come to connect, reset, and practice mindfulness, which makes it an easy and comfortable outing for anyone joining solo.
Sketch a Holiday Card
11.30 | 10 AM | Downtown LA
SketchXLA pops up at Smorgasburg this Sunday for the third time, offering a festive twist with a holiday card–themed sketch session. Guests can sit at the booth and use provided materials or bring their own, with optional donations benefiting Feeding America—just $1 helps provide 10 meals. With free parking for the first two hours and an easy drop-in vibe, it’s a fun, creative way to spend a Sunday and give back.
Holiday Hangout at Melrose Trading Post
11.30 | 10 AM | Melrose
Melrose Trading Post hosts a packed holiday Sunday with free yoga from WalkGood LA, a free painting party by Respira Studios, DJ sets from VFresh, live performances by Kovey Coles and Hunter & Braden, and more than 260 local vendors to shop. It is also the first Sunday of their toy drive, where bringing a new unwrapped toy gets you free entry for the next three weeks. With so many activities happening at once and plenty of friendly vendors and visitors, it is an easy place to wander solo and naturally meet people while you explore.
One-Day Choir: Singing ‘For Good’
11.30 | 1 PM | Downtown LA
Gaia Music Collective’s One-Day Choir invites singers of all experience levels to gather for a single day of warmups, connection games, and group rehearsal of a chosen song, this time “For Good” from Wicked. Participants receive learning materials in advance, then come together to explore the lyrics, shape musical moments, and record casual rehearsal videos. With no auditions or pressure, it is an easy and welcoming space to show up solo, meet new people, and experience the joy of singing in harmony.
Paint Party at Asteroid Vinyl Cafe
11.30 | 3 PM | Inglewood
Asteroid Vinyl Café in Inglewood is hosting a playful paint session where guests can create their own clown-themed canvas while enjoying music and drinks. Each attendee gets a pre-sketched design and the option to follow step-by-step guidance from instructor Pastel Ohwell or paint freely with support nearby. With café drinks available for purchase and limited seating, it’s a fun, creative way to spend an afternoon, perfect for solo drop-ins.
Runyon Sunset Club
11.30 | 3:45 PM | Hollywood
This Sunday at 3:45 PM, this group will meet at Runyon Canyon for a gratitude-focused Thanksgiving weekend hike. Each gathering begins with introductions and ends with a moment of reflection at the peak, creating space for real conversation and connection. It’s a warm, welcoming group built on openness and vulnerability, which makes it especially friendly for anyone showing up solo, most people do, and it’s one of the easiest ways to meet new friends.
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