Solo-Friendly Events Happening This Weekend in Los Angeles [10.3-10.5]
Sunrise ocean dip
10.3 | 6:55 AM | Santa Monica + Hermosa Beach
Swim and Social invites early risers to a free sunrise dip at Santa Monica and Hermosa Beach, beginning at 6:55 AM. Participants simply show up, take a refreshing plunge, dry off, and connect with others—all before the workday starts. With no cost or commitment, it’s a welcoming way to greet the morning, making it especially approachable for those attending solo.
OLA’s 3 Year Anniversary Luau
10.3 | 5 PM | Santa Monica
OLA celebrates its three-year anniversary with a festive luau at Perry’s Beach Club, bringing together the community that started as a dream on the sand. Guests can enjoy complimentary massages, special gift bags, and island vibes with food and drinks available for purchase. Live DJ Evangelos will set the soundtrack for dancing at sunset, while the luau attire theme encourages creativity. The warm, welcoming atmosphere makes it easy to join in solo.
APÉRO Afterwork - Expats & Locals
10.3 | 6:30 PM | Santa Monica
Apéro Afterwork brings young professionals, expats, and Francophiles together for a first Friday social at Loulou Santa Monica on October 3 at 6:30 PM. The evening begins with food, drinks, and conversation in a casual bohemian setting before transitioning to lively DJ sets that keep the energy going. Designed for connection and fun, the event blends networking with nightlife, making it an easy and welcoming space for solo guests to unwind.
Silver Lake Shorts
10.3 | 7 PM | Silver Lake
Silver Lake Shorts is a free Friday night event blending short films, community vibes, dinner, and drinks. Part film festival, part mixer, it’s a laid-back way to enjoy great storytelling and meet new people. Grab a seat indoors or outdoors, mingle between screenings, and soak up the creative energy.
Drunk Theatre
10.3 | 9 PM | Santa Monica
Drunk Theatre brings chaotic fun to Santa Monica Playhouse, where one comedian downs five shots of whiskey before attempting to perform an improvised play with five sober castmates. The result is an unpredictable, hilarious night that’s earned buzz from outlets like TimeOut, LA Times, and DoLA. With check-in at 8 PM and the show starting at 9, seating is limited, so early arrival is encouraged. The wild, anything-can-happen energy makes it especially fun to attend solo.
Crafting in the Garden
10.4 | 10 AM | Eagle Rock
Oxy Arts and Green Girl Crafts host a free, all-ages Crafting in the Garden event at Occidental’s FEAST Garden, inspired by the exhibition Flesh of the Forest. Guests can enjoy tea and light bites while making art together with provided supplies, though bringing personal materials is also encouraged. The welcoming setting offers a relaxing, creative way to spend the afternoon, perfect for those joining solo.
Coffee & Chill
10.4 | 11 AM | Venice
Coffee & Chill teams up with Rhone for a special World Mental Health Day event at a brand-new surprise venue from 11 AM to 1 PM. Guests can expect coffee, community, and cold plunges alongside giveaways, wellness activities, and treats from local partners. With saunas, mini games, vitamin shots, and plenty of energizing sips, the morning is designed to highlight mental fitness while offering a welcoming space to recharge and connect—perfect for showing up solo.
Oddities Flea Market
10.4 | 11 AM | Downtown LA
The Oddities Flea Market returns to the historic Globe Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, offering three floors of anatomical curiosities, medical history ephemera, natural history items, taxidermy, jewelry, art, and more. Founded in Brooklyn in 2017, the market has grown into a multi-city event known for its carefully curated vendors and rare finds. Perfect for anyone with a taste for the macabre, it’s a unique experience that’s just as fun to explore solo.
Barks & Boos
10.4 | 11 AM | Pasadena
Barks & Boos invites dog lovers to a festive day of pups, craft beer, and community fun from 11 AM to 4 PM at Mt. Lowe Brewing Company. Guests can meet adoptable dogs from Pasadena Humane, enjoy food trucks and brews, and let their pets explore the garden or tackle an agility course. A Halloween costume contest for dogs kicks off at 2:30 PM, with humans encouraged to join the theme. Tickets are $10 per dog, making this a playful outing for solo attendees and their four-legged friends.
Tarot & Intuition Social
10.4 | 2 PM | Studio City
Tarot & Psychic Social invites guests to an afternoon of intuitive connection, energy reading, and mystical practice. Participants can explore tarot, oracle cards, astrology, and divination tools in a supportive peer-to-peer setting, with space to share insights and practice together under the sky. Free and community-driven, the gathering encourages bringing personal decks, drinks, and something comfortable to sit on, making it an open and welcoming experience for all levels.
Country Beach Party
10.4 | 3 PM | Santa Monica
Summer lingers a little longer with Country Night at Perry’s Beach, hosted with Assistants vs Agents. This beachside rager features a high-energy YEEDM DJ set, giveaways, and plenty of dancing under the sun and stars. With a lively, come-as-you-are vibe, it’s an easy spot to join solo and soak up the last waves of summer fun.
LA Instant Photo Walk
10.4 | 4 PM | South Pasadena
The For the Love of Instant LA photo walk returns in South Pasadena, meeting at the historic Fair Oaks Pharmacy before setting out on a spooky October stroll. Participants will visit the iconic Michael Myers house and then loop back to enjoy the Pharmacy’s retro charm and classic ice cream parlor. Though the walk highlights instant photography, all cameras and skill levels are welcome, making it an easy way to explore and connect solo.
FULL MOON PARTY
10.4 | 5 PM | Silver Lake
Guests can drop in without reservations and dance under October’s harvest supermoon, the first of four in a row to close out 2025. Although the full moon officially peaks on October 6, the celebration takes place Saturday, offering tarot card readings, tattoos, and a lively, mostly sapphic community that makes it easy to join in solo.
Live at Glass Hill
10.4 | 6 PM | Glassell Park
Glass Hill hosts an intimate evening of live music with meadows and Noah B Harley in Glassell Park, with the address shared on the day of the show. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair, BYOB, and wear comfortable shoes for the hillside setting. With limited seating, a relaxed atmosphere, and a focus on listening, the event offers a cozy way to enjoy music while connecting with others—perfect for anyone attending solo.
Murder Mystery Ghost Tour
10.4 | 6 PM | Downtown LA
The DTLA Murder Mystery Ghost Tour explores the noir underbelly of Los Angeles with chilling stops and cocktails in haunted bars. Guests visit the Biltmore Hotel, last seen haunt of the Black Dahlia, and step inside Clifton’s, Hotel Cecil, and the Alexandria, each with sinister histories of crime and restless spirits. Along the way, guides recount tales of serial killers, massacres, and infamous trials, creating an eerie yet social evening ideal for curious solo adventurers.
Sunday Funday in the Park
10.5 | 10 AM | Elysian Park
To welcome autumn, the Gratitude Group begins the day with its Slow Mornings for Fast Times gathering, offering a soothing sound bath, journaling, and community sharing. Afterward, the event transitions into Sunday Funday until 1 PM, featuring music, pizza, and games with We Explore Earth, plus a special collaborative art activity from SketchXLA that blends storytelling and creativity. The mix of reflection and play makes it inviting for solo attendees.
Temple Art Market
10.5 | 11 AM | Echo Park
Temple Art Market in Echo Park hosts a spooky edition filled with Halloween-inspired creations. Visitors can browse mixed-media originals, framed and unframed prints, zines, greeting cards, and stickers, or sit for a custom portrait—done live in about 20 minutes—or commission one from a favorite photo. With art celebrating queerness, body acceptance, and playful seasonal themes, it’s an inviting stop for anyone exploring solo.
Junk Journal Club: Halloween Block Party
10.5 | 12 PM | Frogtown
A crafty Halloween block party kicks off October with vendors, art activities, and community fun. The day starts with a junk journal picnic at Elysian Valley Gateway Park, followed by a Halloween-themed sketch session with SketchXLA. Guests can also join a blind book exchange, swapping wrapped books for surprises, or take part in a clothing swap with Creative Swap. The celebration continues with an after party at 5 PM co-hosted by Trinket Party, making it easy to drop by solo and stay all day.
Concerts in the Dome
10.5 | 3 PM + 5 PM | Mt. Wilson
On Sunday, October 5, audiences can experience chamber music inside the historic 100-inch Telescope Dome, where Hubble discovered the expanding universe. Concerts at 3 PM and 5 PM highlight the lush sounds of winds and strings with works by Hans Gál, Britten, and Prokofiev. The setting offers both scientific history and stunning acoustics, creating a rare afternoon of music that feels intimate, awe-inspiring, and welcoming for solo attendees.
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