Solo-friendly Events to go to in Los Angeles This weekend [11.14-11.6]
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Things on Strings & Sip
11.14 | 6:30 PM | Mid City
Join artist Patrick for a relaxed crafting night at Rediscover Mid City, where guests make accessories and decor using strings and a wide mix of creative reuse materials. The makerspace provides supplies and refreshments, and the vibe is casual and beginner friendly. It’s an easy, budget friendly way to unwind, try expansive beading, and make garlands, ornaments, charms, or decor while meeting other creative people.
Comedy Confessional
11.14 | 7:45 PM | Santa Monica
This monthly stand up show invites the audience to submit anonymous confessions that comedians weave into their sets, making every performance unpredictable and personal. Recommended for ages 18 and up, the show takes place in The Nest, accessible only by stairs. Doors open 30 minutes early and there’s no drink minimum plus free parking, making it an easy night out for big laughs and shared secrets.
Love Isn’t Blind: A Comedy Dating Show
11.14 | 8 PM | Downtown LA
At this dating show, men compete for one bachelorette without being allowed to speak. Through playful games like calling their moms and checking their phones, the audience gets to know them before a final winner is chosen on stage. To keep things interactive, the crowd wears wristbands to show their relationship status, and a wingcouple moves through the room to help everyone mingle after the show. If you’re looking for a fun show that doubles as a mixer, this is it.
Use code: THENEXTFUNTHING for a discount at checkout :)
Industry Panel for Show Creators
11.15 | 11:30 AM | Frogtown
So you’ve built a show. Now what?! Elysian Spaghetti hosts an industry panel this Saturday for emerging talent looking for the next step after they created a show concept. Pros from development, touring, representation, and production will share insights in a conversation moderated by Jessica Kelley. Featuring managers, producers, and execs from Levity, Omnipop, UCB, Trojan Horse Media, and more, this free event is open to creators, their teams, and the public. A great chance to learn, ask questions, and connect.
Experience ‘Mission K-Pop’ IRL
11.15 | 12 PM | Koreatown
USG Audio’s Mission K-POP is celebrating its finale with a super fun IRL pop-up at Sunright Tea Studio’s Koreatown Location. The podcast follows Caty Szeto, a 23-year-old from LA who moves to Seoul to train, audition, and chase her dream of becoming a K-pop idol. To wrap up the season, they’re bringing that world to life for one day with a Mission K-Pink drink, exclusive goodies like stickers and cup sleeves, cute photo moments, and 10% off if you follow the pod. It’s an easy, solo-friendly outing where you’ll be surrounded by K-pop fans, podcast listeners, and creative LA energy.
And don’t miss the finale episode of Mission K-Pop, releasing Tuesday, Nov 18th, wherever you get your podcasts.
Los Angeles Astronomical Society Star Party
11.15 | 5 PM | Mt. Wilson
Join Mt. Wilson Observatory for a public star party and enjoy a peaceful evening in the San Gabriel Mountains. Members of the Los Angeles Astronomical Society will set up telescopes for guests to explore the night sky, making it a relaxing and social way to experience the stars with fellow astronomy lovers.
DIY Journal Workshop
11.15 | 7 PM | Melrose
Create your own travel journal at this hands-on DIY workshop, where you’ll choose your leather color, cords, and charm before assembling everything step by step. Each ticket includes a leather cover, two inserts, a charm, cords, grommets, and tea with small bites. Optional leather stamping and decorative add ons let you personalize your journal even more. A cozy, creative night perfect for meeting fellow makers.
Coffee & Gaming
11.15 | 8 PM | Glassell Park
And Destroy Coffee House is hosting a Dungeon Crawler Carl night for fans who want to get nerdy together. Come in cosplay for a free potion, hang out with fellow enthusiasts, and listen to the first hour of the book. It’s a fun, low pressure way to meet other fans and enjoy a weird and wonderful Saturday night.
Tragedy + Time = A Dark Comedy Show
11.15 | 9:30 PM | Silver Lake
Tragedy + Time is a dark comedy show where comics turn their lived trauma into sharp, cathartic laughs. It’s a night for anyone who copes through humor and wants to connect with others who do the same. Expect honest storytelling, big laughs, and a reminder that sometimes comedy really is how we heal.
Applefest Fall Festival
11.15 & 11.16 | Lincoln Heights
Applefest 2025 brings the orchard to the city with a weekend full of cozy fall fun. Enjoy live music, autumn eats, hot mulled cider, and the release of Pippin Pommeau Batch 3. Join the annual Community Crush to help press apples on a handmade rack-and-cloth press, or just relax and soak in the seasonal vibes. It’s a sweet way to celebrate apple season with friends and neighbors.
Church of Craft: Holiday Crafts
11.16 | 10:30 AM | Hermosa Beach
Church of Craft: Holiday Edition is a playful night of DIY chaos and festive creativity. Dig through a mix of ribbons, ornaments, wreath supplies, and sparkly odds and ends to make anything from garlands to gifts. Bring your own materials if you’d like, sip something cozy, and enjoy a relaxed, social evening that kicks off the season with craft projects and good company.
Met Thru Friends: a coffee day party
11.16 | 11 AM | Harvard Heights
Coffee and brunch get a fun twist at this Sunday day party, where DJs spin live sets and the crowd dances, sings, and hangs out in a bright, social atmosphere. Met Thru Friends takes over Blackline Social from 11 to 3, creating an easy place to meet new people, enjoy good music, and start your Sunday with energy and community.
Angel City Brewery's Renaissance Faire!
11.16 | 12 PM | Arts District
Angel City Brewery transforms into a Renaissance Faire with jousting, live performers, medieval games, and seasonal brews. Wander through artisan booths, enjoy faire food, and join a crowd ready for playful, old-world fun. Costumes are encouraged, and the first guests in garb snag a free stein. A lively, social way to step back in time for the afternoon.
Stay Awhile x Saba: A Cup Full of Gratitude
11.16 | 12 PM | Mar Vista
A Cup Full of Gratitude is a cozy Sunday gathering at Saba Coffee where guests slow down over a warm drink and write gratitude letters sealed with wax and dried florals. Your ticket includes all the materials plus a beverage of your choice. It’s a calming, creative way to reflect, connect, and celebrate the season with others.
Pilates & Giving
11.16 | 3:15 PM | Santa Monica
This exclusive mat Pilates event with Ghazal Pilates and CEOactive brings together an energizing workout, great coffee, and a welcoming community vibe. Guests receive a wellness goodie bag, a CEOactive workout set, a handcrafted 7even Seas drink, plus a sound bath and mat Pilates class. It’s a feel good morning designed to help you move, reset, and meet new people.
SIP & SWAP BOOK LOVER'S SOIREE
11.16 | 6 PM | North Hollywood
The Sip and Swap is a cozy afternoon for book lovers to connect, browse, and trade favorites in the NoHo Arts District. Bring a book or two to swap and discover something new while enjoying complimentary drinks and good music. It’s an easygoing way to meet fellow readers, share recommendations, and leave with a fresh read and maybe a new friend.
An Evening of Music & Community
11.16 | 6 PM | Leimert Park
This evening at Sole Folks Art Lab brings together live music, community, and creative connection in support of the short film Weight of Silence. Enjoy performances by Rob LaRay, Jordan Black, and TA Thomas, plus time to mingle with fellow artists and supporters. With complimentary drinks and a welcoming crowd, it’s a warm, music filled night that helps bring an independent film to life.
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