Solo-Friendly Events Happening in Los Angeles this weekend [9.26-9.28]
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Barktoberfest
9.26 | 5 PM | Culver City
Barktoberfest takes over LA Ale Works in Culver City, where pints flow from 25 rotating taps and food trucks line the lot. Between the clink of glasses and the hum of conversation, adoptable pups make the rounds, charming would-be owners and casual dog lovers alike. The tasting room buzzes with an easy Friday energy—leashed dogs at their owners’ feet, new faces swapping stories, and the weekend starting with a wag.
Summer Wine Tasting in the Park
9.26 | 5:30 PM | Barnsdall Art Park
The season’s final Barnsdall wine tasting unfolds on the west lawn, where sunsets bleed into the city skyline and glasses from Silverlake Wine catch the light. Picnic blankets scatter across the West Lawn, DJs spin as food trucks perfume the air, and conversations drift between art galleries and the Hollywood Sign’s perfect backdrop. It’s a ritual equal parts elegant and easygoing—a Friday night gathering where locals toast the end of summer with culture, community, and just enough buzz.
Friday Night Moonlight Hike + Concert
9.26 | 7:00 PM | Beverly Hills
High above Mulholland Drive, TreePeople hosts an evening where music, tea, and ecology meet under the fading light. Guests gather ridge-side with blankets in hand, sipping hot brews while Pink Dolphins set the mood with improvised keys and flute. As twilight deepens, eco educators lead small groups onto the trails, each hike tuned to different paces and abilities. The night feels equal parts concert, community, and quiet communion with the mountains.
BYOB Comedy Show
9.26 | 7:30 PM | Los Feliz
The Los Feliz Comedy Show sets up shop in a clothing store, where racks of denim and dresses frame a night of sharp stand-up. The lineup is stacked—comics with credits worth bragging about, even if the flyer won’t. Guests show up with six-packs or wine tucked under their arms, ready to laugh shoulder-to-shoulder in a space that feels more house party than club. Between the jokes and the chance to browse the racks, the vibe is loose, funny, and a little offbeat.
Slay Athletic Club
9.27 | 9:30 AM | Hollywood
Slay Athletic Club gathers at the Hollywood Bowl for a free, women-led workout that dials up energy without demanding endurance. Each 60-minute session offers two paths—power walking or power running—both guided by trainers who keep the focus on strength, confidence, and connection. The vibe is supportive, social, and high-spirited: part workout, part community meetup, and all about reclaiming your inner athlete with power and joy.
Gardening Practices & Techniques
9.27 | 10 AM | Lincoln Heights
This hands-on workshop in organic, regenerative gardening invites participants to dig into the essentials—soil preparation, planting, composting, and irrigation—all guided by the rhythms of a working farm. Between garden beds and trellises heavy with seasonal growth, attendees gain practical skills while swapping questions and ideas. The setting feels both educational and communal, with proceeds supporting local high school garden programs.
Montana Ave Art Walk
9.27 | 11 AM | Santa Monica
Montana Avenue shuts down the cars and opens up to art, music, and wine, turning Santa Monica’s prettiest stretch into an all-day street festival. More than 150 artists line the avenue, boutiques spill onto the sidewalks, and kids lose themselves in free painting workshops. A $20 ticket gets you into the Bottled Poetry Wine Garden, where tastings meet DJ sets, while live jazz, Latin grooves, and cover bands soundtrack the day. The vibe is neighborly, creative, and effortlessly chic.
Breathe and Grieve
9.27 | 11 AM | Runyon Canyon
Runyon Canyon sets the stage for A Grief Like Mine, where the group gathers for a gentle outdoor flow led by instructor Veronica Cecchetti. The class moves at an unhurried pace, inviting breath, release, and reflection in the open air. With the city stretched below and community close by, the practice becomes both grounding and connective—a moment to honor loss while making space for renewal.
Dealbreakers: An interactive Dating Show
9.27 | 7 PM | Hollywood
On September 27 (National Singles Day), The Next Fun Thing presents DealBreakers, the interactive dating show hosted by comedian Jared Freid (Netflix’s 37 & Single). Watch as four of LA’s most eligible singles are pitched on stage by their best friends to a crowd of 150+ singles. But the audience isn’t just watching, they’re part of the show. Using custom event tech, single audience members can signal interest in the singles on stage, and three lucky hopefuls will be pulled into outrageous “dealbreaker” challenges until one match remains. The rest of the audience votes to help crown the final choice. Add in cocktails, comedy, and a post-show singles mixer, and you’ve got a one-night-only spectacle you won’t want to miss.
Host: @thenextfunthing + @getloveinla
A Field Day For ADULTS
9.28 | 9:30 AM | Elysian Park
Field Day gets a grown-up remix—mimosas in hand, music pumping, and a lineup of playground classics turned full-throttle competition. Teams face off in sprint relays, hacky sack challenges, and tug-of-war battles that trade childhood nostalgia for bragging rights and prizes. The atmosphere is rowdy but playful, equal parts teamwork and trash talk, where new friends are made between races and the winning squad takes it all.
Outfit Repeater Closet Sale
9.28 | 12 PM | Silver Lake
Outfit Repeater returns to El Condor, turning it into a buzzing bazaar of closets cracked open and style set free. Racks spill over with curated pieces—vintage finds, designer gems, and the kind of personal treasures you’d never spot in a thrift store. Between cocktails and conversation, the crowd—trendsetters, creatives, and curious locals—drifts from rack to rack, where discovery feels as social as it is sartorial.
HOst: @outfit.repeater.la
The final Sunday Swim Social
9.28 | 1 PM | Silver Lake
Silver Lake Pool & Inn ends pool season with a final Sunday Swim—sunlight bouncing off the water, drinks in hand, and Soso and Chromequeen trading beats all afternoon. The crowd skews stylish but relaxed: DJs off duty, creatives fresh from brunch, neighbors who wandered in for one more taste of summer. The vibe is easy, a little glamorous, and just rowdy enough to make Sunday feel like the week’s real finale.
Baby Goat + Lamb Yoga
9.28 | 1 PM | West LA
Goat yoga returns to Laughing Frog Yoga, this time with baby goats and a miniature sheep wandering between mats. The class mixes lighthearted chaos with gentle movement—downward dogs interrupted by curious hooves, laughter blending with breath. Indoors, the vibe is playful and low-pressure, welcoming beginners and seasoned yogis alike. After the flow, the animals stick around for selfies and snuggles, turning a yoga class into a memory you’ll actually want to frame.
Stay Awhile Presents: A Book Swap
9.28 | 1:30 PM | Manhattan Beach
The book swap keeps things simple: bring a story you’ve loved and leave with something new. People show up with well-worn paperbacks or sleek hardcovers, each one carrying a piece of their personality. It’s low-key, friendly, and full of those small conversations that start with, “Oh, you have to read this.” Between swapping titles and setting up library cards, the vibe is less formal book club, more easygoing exchange of favorites.
Chicken Shit Bingo
9.28 | 2 PM | Lincoln Heights
The season closes with one last round of Chicken Shit Bingo—a raucous afternoon where cowboy hats mingle with cold beers and the soundtrack swings from country covers to live bands. Squares go fast at three bucks a pop, and the crowd roars when the chickens finally do their part. Between line dancing lessons, market vendors, and tacos on standby, the day drifts from playful chaos into a boots-stomping party that won’t return until next year.
Surf & Shuck
9.28 | 4 PM | Santa Monica
Surf n Shuck lands on Santa Monica Beach with oysters on ice, pizza boxes warming in the sand, and the golden hour stretching overhead. From seasoned surfers to beginners wobbling into the break—or friends who just came for the food and sun—the vibe is casual, salty, and communal. Between waves and bites, sponsors keep the beach buzzing with sips, snacks, and gear, making it less an event than a Sunday ritual in the making.
Behind the Keyhole
9.28 | 7 PM | Mid-City
Step into the secret! “Behind the Keyhole” is LA’s brand new speakeasy variety show with comedy, burlesque, drag, live music, poetry and more. The twist?! Audience members can take to the stage too! Arrive early, sign up and join the lineup
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