Los Angeles County Calendar of Annual Events
JUNE
EVENTS
Please Note:
We no longer offer specific
dates for listed events. For specifics regarding each event,
please follow the link or call the information number.
Summer Nights at the Ford
(Hollywood) --
John Anson Ford Amphitheatre, Los Angeles
World and classical music, dance,
jazz, film, and family events in the historic John Anson Ford
Amphitheater. A picnic area, food & beverage concessions and a gift shop.
Admission charge. Information: (323) 461-3673
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Shakespeare
by the Sea -- Point Fermin Park, 807 Paseo Del Mar,
San Pedro.
Outdoor summer performances of a
selected play by
Shakespeare. Free to the public. Bring a
picnic basket. |
Children's
Nature Institute's Kids' Festival --
Pacific Palisades (Temescal
Gateway Park)
Just for 0-8 year olds! Over 25 hands-on activity booths that
teach children about nature! Have an undersea adventure, spin your own
spider web, run through mole mazes, and more! Admission charge.
Information: (310) 998-1151
L.A. Kids Read Festival -- Los Angeles
(Los Angeles Central Library, 630 West Fifth Street)
A free day of storytellers, crafts, refreshments, live music, dance, and
theater performances for the whole family. Information: (213) 228-7006
Long Beach Chili Cook-Off -- Long Beach
(Marina Green - Across from Long Beach Convention Center)
Chili cook-offs, entertainment, unusual races and contests make this a fun fundraiser. Information (949) 376-6942 x18
Montrose Arts & Crafts Festival --
Montrose (Shopping Park)
Arts and crafts from all over the country, including painting,
pottery, jewelry, clothing and garden accessories. Information: (818)
957-5277
Valley Fair --
Castaic (Castaic Lake Park)
Carnival rides, rodeos, dancing, live entertainment and more.
Also features gardening and farm exhibits. Information: (818) 557-1600
The IFP
Los Angeles Film Festival -- Los Angeles (Directors Guild of
America, 7920 Sunset Blvd)
This festival showcases the best of American and international
independent cinema with over 100 screenings. The festival has evolved into
a world-class event, uniting emerging filmmakers with critics, scholars,
film masters, and the movie-loving public. Information: (310) 951-7090
Juneteenth Jubilee
2003 Celebration -- Long Beach
(Martin Luther King, Jr. Park)
This celebration observes the anniversary of the signing of the
Emancipation Proclamation. It includes non-stop entertainment and gospel music,
a family-style barbecue, a moon bounce, and face painting for the kids.
Information: (562) 570-4405
Great American Irish Fair & Music Festival
-- Encino (Festival
Fields, Woodley Park)
The Largest American-Irish Event in
the Western United States. A celebration of everything Irish. Information: (626)
503-2511
Playboy Jazz Festival -- Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles
The premier jazz festival of the West Coast. A musical feast
with two days of continuous jazz entertainment from the best-selling
artists in jazz, blues, big band and fusion. Seventeen and a half hours of
music with no intermission.
Summer Solstice Folk Music Dance & Storytelling Festival -- Calabasas
(Soka University of America)
A variety of international dancing, concerts, music lessons, crafts, workshops and food.
Admission charge. Information: (818) 817-7756
JMP Jazz & Blues Festival -- Los Angeles (Leimert Park Village)
The culminating event of the Jazz Mentorship Program featuring
performances by master jazz and blues artists as well as by their young
protégés. Other activities, including instrument-making, dance and arts
& crafts for all age groups are offered in several venues.
Information: (213) 485-0709
Mariachi-USA Festival
(Hollywood) -- Los Angeles (Hollywood Bowl)
A celebration of family, culture and tradition. Mariachi music, Ballet Folklorico, special guest performances and a breathtaking fireworks finale. Information:
(323) 848-7717 or 1-800-MARIACHI
Long
Beach Bayou Festival -- Long Beach (Queen Mary Events Park)
Live, non-stop music and dancing! Lots of tasty food
featuring Cajun/Creole cuisine. Children’s arts & crafts, and
costume making for Mardi Gras parade, and a great selection of folk art
and merchandise. Admission charge. Information: (562) 427-3713
Van Nuys Air Show -- Van
Nuys Airport
Popular event featuring military exhibits, live
entertainment and demonstrations. Information: (818) 785-8838.
Christopher Street West - Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Pride Celebration -- West Hollywood
The largest gay and lesbian pride festival west of the Mississippi. Dancing, music, entertainment, vendors, arts and crafts. Information:
(323) 969-8302
Juneteenth Celebration --
Northridge (9015 Wilbur Ave/Cross
Street Nordhoff)
Learn about African American culture
and the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation which set slaves free in
January 1863. There will be music from Jazz
to Hip Hop, Councilmen and Military Personnel.
Information: (818) 464-3502
Artwallah Festival of South Asian Arts
-- Los Angeles (LAGLC’s Village,
1125 N McCadden Place)
Showcasing artforms representing the South Asian diasporic experience,
including dance, film, literature, music, theater, visual arts, and
spoken word. The four-day festival is comprised of daytime
programming, spotlighting artists and different genres, and evening
shows, sampling the festival as a whole in a three-hour performance. Information:
(310) 428-6414
Sawdust
Art Festival -- Orange County
Although this
festival is located in neighboring Orange County, it does warrant mention
here. Several hundred artisans and crafts people showcase their works in an original environment of hand-built booths, strolling entertainment and
free art and craft lessons for children. Information: (949) 494-3030
Festival on the Green "American Salute"
-- Arcadia (The Arboretum of Los Angeles County, 301 N Baldwin Ave)
The California Philharmonic hosts its Festival on the
Green concert series at the Arboretum of Los Angeles County. Music, food,
and a great location combine into a magical blend unparalleled in Southern
California. An engaging maestro, a world-class orchestra, and top soloists
ensure enjoyment for all. Information: (626) 300-8200
Absolut Chalk Street Painting
Festival -- Pasadena City Hall
The event features more than 600 artists, live music, a
variety of food, farmers market, outdoor art gallery and silent auction,
and Chalkland, an area for children and families to draw. Information:
(626) 440-7379
Fiesta of
Gems Rock & Mineral Show -- Culver City
This fiesta highlights jewelry design and lapidary arts demonstrations. Information: (310)
625-0252
International Young Artists Peninsula Music Festival -- Palos Verdes Peninsula
(Norris Theatre for the Performing Arts)
A unique
gathering of classical music performed by concert stars from around the world. Information: (310)
544-0403
Hollywood Black Film Festival -- Hollywood (TBA)
Jun. 22-27. A six-day celebration of black cinema bringing together
filmmakers, film and television stars, writers, directors, industry
executives, and new audiences from Southern California and around the
world. Information: (310) 712-3998
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