Things to do in LA This weekend that you can attend solo [8.8-8.10]
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Cold Plunge and Coffee
8.8 | 6:45 AM | Santa Monica + Hermosa beach
Start your Friday with a refreshing ocean dip and post-swim coffee at Tower 28 in Santa Monica or on 22nd st. in Hermosa Beach. Meet cool people, take a plunge, and soak it all in starting at 6:45 AM.
Summer Party @ The Padel Courts
8.8 | 5:30 PM | Los Feliz
A summer party for the books. Hosted at the padel courts, this hangout is all about good vibes, new faces, and a little friendly competition. There’ll be a DJ, drinks, games (padel and board), plus a sunset kiddush to keep things grounded. No padel experience needed—just show up ready to play or mingle. Whether you come solo or roll in with friends, you’ll leave with a full heart and maybe someone’s number.
Silver Lake Shorts
8.8 | 7 PM | Silver Lake
Silver Lake Shorts is back at El Cid this Friday with a night of local short films, good food, and post-screening mingling. It’s free to attend, and the filmmakers are in the room with you—making it feel more like a hang than a screening. Doors at 7, films at 8, and walk-ups are welcome even if RSVPs are technically full. Grab dinner, order a drink, and settle in for one of our favorite monthly events in LA.
Preciosa A.M. Perreo
8.9 | 9 AM | Echo Park
Preciosa Morning is bringing early perreo and cafecito to Echo Park with a steamy pop-up at queer-owned fave @couplet. Created by EDEN x JAY, this Queer/Latinx event centers POC, Latinx, and WLW joy with custom drinks, rainbow conchas (first come!), and surprise giveaways. Space is limited, vibes are not—come feel the love
Monthly Pop-Up with Homeboy Industries
8.9 | 10 AM | Chinatown
Homeboy Threads is back Saturday, August 9 from 10 AM–3 PM with their beloved pop-up sale at Homeboy Industries HQ. Shop vintage, designer, upcycled, and back-to-school gear—kids' clothes, backpacks, $5 shoes, $8 apparel, and $2–15 accessories. Come for the finds, stay for the cause.
Collage Workshop
8.9 | 1 PM | Downtown LA
Dive into the world of collage with artist Julia Walck in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for anyone who loves crafting, scrapbooking, or just playing with paper, you’ll learn the basics and get creative with vintage magazine cutouts. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a playful spirit. By the end, you’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind collage ready to frame and proudly display.
Open Mic at Corridor Flow
8.9 | 5:30 PM | Lomita
Open Mic Night at Corridor Flow is the perfect solo-friendly Saturday plan. Whether you're performing or just there to support, it's a welcoming space for music, poetry, and community. Sign-ups begin at 5 PM, with short time slots to keep the energy flowing. Come solo, grab a snack, and connect with others through creativity and shared vibes.
Dad’s Stroller Running Club
8.10 | 8:30 AM | Chinatown
Rolling With Dads hosts a weekly stroller-friendly run club for dads, father figures, and male caregivers at LA State Historic Park. Every Sunday at 8:30 AM, they meet for a 2-mile run, walk, or jog — strollers optional, all paces welcome. It's a space for movement, connection, and showing up for yourself and your kids. Free to join, kid-friendly, and filled with real community energy.
DIY Kite Making at the Park
8.10 | 9 AM | Griffith Park
This Sunday, join The Gratitude Group and The Adventure Squad for a playful, solo-friendly morning in Griffith Park. Meet at 9 AM across from Franklin’s Cafe for coffee, donuts, and OJ, then head out on an easy 30-minute hike to a hidden forest spot for DIY kite-making. End the day flying your creations at a dreamy vista point. Minimum $10 donation covers supplies, but extra support is welcome. Come solo and tap into some inner-child joy.
Pour & Pulse Coffee Rave
8.10 | 9 AM | Hollywood
Pour & Pulse Vol. 2 is going down at Sunset Rooftop and it’s exactly what it sounds like—a coffee rave with good music, good people, and really good brews. Come solo, grab a cup, and dance your heart out to live DJs while the caffeine kicks in. It’s fun, weird, and way better than your usual morning routine.
Yoga on the Court with OLYMPIA x LA SPARKS
8.10 | 12:30 PM | Downtown LA
Kick off your day with Yoga on the Court at Crypto.com Arena! This chill, feel-good yoga sesh from 12:45 to 1:45 PM will have you stretched out and centered before you dive into lunch and catch the LA Sparks battling the Seattle Storm at 5 PM. It’s the perfect combo of zen and hype—a solo-friendly way to treat yourself, move your body, and soak up some serious game-day energy.
Salsa on Sunset
8.10 | 7 PM | Silver Lake
Salsa on Sunset is back on August 10 for an outdoor night of dancing under the stars. The fun starts with a free salsa lesson at 6 PM, followed by open dancing from 7 to 10 PM. No partner or experience needed—just show up, move your body, and enjoy the summer vibes. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s super solo-friendly.
Fuck This Month *A Comedy Show*
8.10 | 7:30 PM | Frogtown
One of the funniest shows in LA, Fuck This Month invites the audience to vent about whatever’s making life a little extra right now—then a killer lineup of improv comedians turns those complaints into scenes you’ll laugh about for the rest of the week. It’s raw, ridiculous, and somehow exactly what you need.
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