Thing to do in LA this Weekend Where You Can Meet NEw People [6.19-6.21]
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Juneteenth Flow at One Down Dog
6.19 | 9 AM | Echo Park
This Juneteenth gathering invites members of the Black community to come together for a morning of movement, reflection, and connection in Echo Park. Led by Asia Martin and Meagan Culberson, the class celebrates Black culture, community, and wellness while creating space to move with intention alongside others. Proceeds from the event support LA Crop Swap, helping extend the impact beyond the mat.
A Juneteenth Block Party
6.19 | 3 PM | Downtown LA
This outdoor Juneteenth celebration brings together music, food, games, and community for an afternoon that feels equal parts block party and family reunion. Expect free BBQ, DJs, interactive activations, special guests, and plenty of opportunities to connect with others while celebrating Black culture and community. Hosted by JSTAFREAKNIK, this 21+ gathering is all about spending the holiday outside with good people and good music.
Annual Juneteenth Improv Extravaganza
6.19 | 7 PM | Hollywood
This Juneteenth comedy show brings together a stacked lineup of Black and POC improvisers for a fast-paced night where no two performances are ever the same. Hosted by Sean Williams and Itanza Saraz, the show mixes improv, unexpected team pairings, and plenty of audience energy into a celebration that feels more like a comedy block party than a traditional night at the theater. Come ready to laugh and stay for the surprises.
Noche de Perreo: A Reggaeton Dance Party
6.19 | 8 PM | Hawthorne
If your ideal night out involves dancing, reggaeton, and a packed dance floor, this one's for you. I Love Micheladas and Common Space are teaming up for a free night of DJs, dancing, and good company in LA. Expect a crowd that's there to move, sing along, and stay out later than planned. No tickets, no fuss, just show up and join the party.
Dang! A Juneteenth Dance Party
6.19 | 10 PM | Silver Lake
DANG! celebrates Juneteenth with a dance floor built around soulful house, R&B, and genre-bending electronic music. Expect DJs spinning everything from Kaytranada and Channel Tres-inspired grooves to deep cuts designed to keep people moving all night. Whether you're there to dance for hours or simply soak in the music, it's a celebration of Black musical influence, community, and the joy of losing yourself in a great song.
Community Run & Cafecito
6.20 | 9 AM | Echo Park + Long Beach
Whether you're a runner, a walker, or somewhere in between, this community gathering is all about moving your body and meeting other women along the way. Choose between a walking group or a light jog, then stick around afterward for coffee, conversation, and a few surprises. Equal parts movement and social club, it's a welcoming space to build community one mile at a time.
1042 Flea: Nothing over $25
6.20 | 11 AM | Pasadena
This Pasadena flea market keeps things simple: affordable vintage finds, local artists, handmade goods, jewelry, thrifted treasures, and plenty of reasons to browse for a few hours. Expect $5 bins, $10 racks, live DJ sets, and a mix of vendors selling everything from artwork to trinkets and one-of-a-kind pieces. Free to attend and easy on the wallet, it's the kind of market where finding something unexpected is half the fun.
The Venice Fest Summer Kickoff
6.20 | 12 PM | Mar Vista
For one day, Venice Boulevard transforms into a street festival packed with live music, local vendors, food, art, and the kind of community energy that makes summer in LA feel like summer in LA. Expect a mix of shopping, eating, people-watching, and discovering local creatives, plus plenty of places to catch World Cup matches throughout the festival. Bring friends, bring your dog, and plan to spend a few hours wandering.
A Photo Walk at the LACMA Art Parade
6.20 | 2 PM | Mid-Wilshire
This community photo walk heads to LACMA's annual Art Parade, where large-scale performances, costumes, and crowds create plenty of opportunities for great photos. The group will meet before the parade begins to explore the area, scout locations, and take in the surrounding festivities before finding a spot along the route. While many attendees shoot instant film, photographers of all skill levels and camera types are welcome.
Garden Party: Pride Edition
6.20 | 4 PM | East Hollywood
This alcohol-free Pride celebration transforms an open-air garden into an afternoon of dancing, creativity, and connection. Expect house and disco DJs, local artisan vendors, crafting stations, good food, and a crowd looking for a different kind of day party. Equal parts dance floor and community gathering, it's a colorful, laid-back way to celebrate Pride while meeting new people in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Flowers for Fathers: Father’s Day Run Club + Wellness Morning
6.21 | 7:30 AM | Playa Del Rey
Hosted by Hermanos Wellness Club, this Father’s Day gathering brings together a 5K run, yoga, recovery, florals, and community to celebrate fathers, father figures, and the men who have helped shape our lives. Guests can move, connect, and slow down together through a mix of wellness activities, including a floral experience by Flores Linda. No experience needed. Just show up as you are and spend the morning with good people.
Pop-Up Ceramics Market
6.21 | 10 AM | Fairfax
This ceramics pop-up brings together a collection of local artists from across Los Angeles for a Sunday morning of browsing, coffee, and conversation. Expect handmade ceramics ranging from functional pieces to decorative works, plus free coffee, matcha, and DJ sets throughout the event. Whether you're looking to add something new to your home or simply support local makers, it's an easy way to spend a few hours on Melrose.
Summer Solstice Celebration at Getty
6.21 | 11 AM | Brentwood
The Getty Research Institute is welcoming the start of summer with an afternoon of art, music, crafts, and seasonal traditions. Guests can make cyanotypes, carve stamps, create seed balls, enjoy live jazz, receive tarot readings, and take part in collaborative performances throughout the day. The highlight is a rare chance to witness the Getty Library's oculus align perfectly with the sun at solar noon, a tradition celebrated only once each year.
Ceramic Wall Decor Workshop
6.21 | 2 PM | Echo Park
This hands-on pottery workshop invites guests to create a ceramic wall altar, shelf, candle holder, or decorative piece entirely of their own design. Spend the afternoon sculpting, painting, and adding personal details while meeting other creative people in a relaxed outdoor setting. No experience needed. Just bring your ideas and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece that will be professionally glazed and fired after the workshop.
River Solstice Festival
6.21 | 2 PM | Frogtown
River Solstice celebrates the first day of summer with an afternoon of live music, art, performance, and community along the LA River in Frogtown. Expect a mix of concerts, visual art installations, interactive experiences, and local organizations activating the park throughout the day. Free and open to all, it's a chance to experience one of LA's most creative neighborhoods while spending an afternoon by the river.
Rhythm & Brewed - R&B Cafe Experience
6.21 | 3 PM | Leimert Park
Rhythm and Brewed brings together R&B, coffee culture, and community for a Juneteenth celebration in Leimert Park. Expect DJs spinning R&B and Black music throughout the day, curated café drinks, a photo booth, and a crowd that appreciates a good playlist as much as a good matcha. Come dressed in earth tones and settle into an afternoon built around conversation, connection, and celebrating the people shaping the culture.
A Day Party Under the 6th Street Bridge
6.21 | 3 PM | Downtown LA
LINK UP returns to Los Angeles with a new home beneath the 6th Street Bridge. Expect a soundtrack that moves effortlessly between hip-hop, R&B, house, disco, afrobeats, and everything in between, plus a crowd that's there to dance, connect, and stay present. Equal parts dance party and community gathering, it's the kind of event where plans to stay for an hour rarely work out.
A Summer Solstice Dance Party in the Park
6.21 | 5 PM | Elysian Park
Celebrate the first day of summer with an outdoor dance party that feels distinctly LA. As the sun sets, DJs spin a mix of disco, house, funk, hip-hop, R&B, global grooves, and other dance-friendly favorites while guests spread out across the park. Dance the whole evening, bring a blanket and hang out with friends, or do a little of both. Complimentary non-alcoholic drinks are provided, and the location is shared with RSVPs the morning of the event.
Astronomy x Ecology Summer Solstice Hike
Host: @laparksecology
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a guided sunset hike through Griffith Park led by park urban ecologists and Griffith Observatory staff. Along the way, participants will learn about local ecology, astronomy, and the unique relationship between the natural world and the night sky. The route includes a moderate uphill climb, making it a great excuse to get outside, catch sunset views, and learn something new while you're at it.
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