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GloRilla – The Glorious Tour
Date: April 15, 2025
Location: The Novo, Los Angeles
Details: American rapper GloRilla brings her first headlining tour to Los Angeles, supporting her debut album "Glorious." Opening acts include Real Boston Richey and Queen Key.
MLW Battle Riot VII
Date: April 5, 2025
Location: Thunder Studios Arena, Long Beach, CA
Details: Major League Wrestling's annual event featuring a multi-competitor match where wrestlers are eliminated until one remains. The winner receives a future MLW World Heavyweight Championship title shot.
On Sunday, April 6; between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. CicLAvia will celebrate its 59th car-free open streets event catalyzing vibrant public spaces, active transportation and good health through car-free streets. CicLAvia—Koreatown meets Hollywood connects Hollywood, East Hollywood, Melrose Hill, and Koreatown, welcoming everyone of all ages and abilities to enjoy this day-long 4.75-mile pop-up park. You can enjoy the day with your favorite people-powered way, whether that's walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating. Always free, CicLAvia participants can show up anywhere along the route between 9am-4pm to enjoy the open streets, take the time to explore, and see where the day takes you.
Imagine streets alive with joy, laughter, and the freedom to roam. CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout Los Angeles County transforming city streets into a car-free celebration of community, connection, and possibility — places where participants can slow down, connect, and appreciate the city in a new way. CicLAvia is about reimagining our city streets as welcoming spaces for everyone — places for walking, running, rolling, skating, cycling, gathering, and enjoying the moment. As a nonprofit organization, CicLAvia relies on the public’s support to continue bringing opportunities for meaningful community connections, mindful exploration, and greater understanding across Los Angeles.
CicLAvia—Koreatown meets Hollywood includes four (4) Hubs filled with plenty of activities and programs along the route. Hubs are walking zones (mandatory bike dismounts) and meeting points along the route which includes the Hollywood Hub located on Vine St south of Hollywood Blvd; Santa Monica Blvd Hub located just east of Western Ave; Western Ave Hub located near 2nd street; and Koreatown Hub located on Wilshire Blvd just west of Vermont Ave. Hubs offer family-friendly activities, restrooms, free water refilling stations, free basic bike repair, bike parking, places to sit and meet up with friends and family, and first aid. Free pedicab rides are available at each hub’s information booth.
The CicLAvia—Koreatown meets Hollywood route is accessible via many different forms of transportation. There is not one place to start or finish. Read more about getting to the route through these links: hubs, Metro, bike rentals, parking for the event, group meet ups: walk/run clubs, feeder rides, bus detours, and help getting to CicLAvia. In addition, near the Koreatown Meets Hollywood route, there are 2.1 miles of protected bike lanes on Hollywood Boulevard, between Gower Street and Hillhurst Avenue, part of LADOT’s Access to Hollywood plan. These streets are not part of the route and will have regular car traffic on them. Please note, if you are biking to and from CicLAvia along any streets that are open to cars, it is at the discretion of the individual.
John Williams describes his friendship with legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma as “one of the treasures of my life,” and Ma has affectionately referred to the composer as “Ludwig.” The duo has been close collaborators since the early 1980s, leading to Williams writing music with Ma’s cello in mind and working together on the 2022 album A Gathering of Friends. Williams and Gustavo Dudamel share a similar friendship, built on artistic admiration and understanding, and the trio combine for an exhilarating night of Williams’ music.
This performance is generously supported by the Elaine and Bram Goldsmith Great Artists Fund.
A free concert for wildfire first responders and impacted community members
Gustavo Dudamel, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, global superstar Christina Aguilera, and additional special guests come together for a free concert recognizing the bravery and selflessness on display during the Los Angeles wildfires.
Known for her remarkable impact on pop music, Aguilera brings her powerhouse voice back to the Bowl, reuniting with Dudamel and the LA Phil for an extraordinary night honoring first responders and impacted community members.
Leading contemporary composer Gabriela Ortiz champions the idea that “music has the power to grant us access to the intangible, healing our wounds and binding us to what can only be expressed through sound.” The orchestra takes up this powerful calling with Ortiz’s celebratory Kauyumari, followed by Mahler’s poignant “love letter” and a selection of film-music favorites by the legendary John Williams.
Gerald Clayton, the six-time Grammy-nominated pianist raised in Altadena, joins the LA Phil for Gershwin’s jazzy and intricate Variations on “I Got Rhythm,” the Palisades Charter High School Band helps kick off the evening with “The Star-Spangled Banner,” and more special guests (to be announced) perform additional symphonic classics.
WE ❤️ LA is generously supported by Anne Akiko Meyers and Jason Subotky; Gregory Annenberg Weingarten, GRoW @ Annenberg; Terri and Jerry Kohl; and Barbara and Jay Rasulo.
Register to Access Tickets: First responders and community members directly impacted by the wildfires must register for a chance to access free tickets. Registrants will be randomly selected and notified beginning Thursday, March 20 at 12pm PST. Free tickets will be available for selected registrants on Friday, March 21 at 10am PST. Read Terms & Conditions.
This program will be broadcast live on Classical California KUSC in Los Angeles (91.5FM) and on Classical California KDFC in San Francisco (90.3FM). The KUSC and KDFC websites will simulstream the live broadcast, and will offer on-demand streaming of the program for one week afterward.
Programs, artists, dates, prices, and availability subject to change. Ticket limits may apply. All sales are final.
Who among us doesn’t love Vanity Fair? And if you do, it’s because of visionary editor Graydon Carter. For 25 years, Graydon Carter in no small way helped to define– and create– contemporary pop culture, both here and in Europe.
While Carter’s resumé includes dazzling entries (including co-founding the defiantly satirical and hilarious Spy Magazine), it was Vanity Fair that catapulted Carter into the imagination of mainstream America and Europe. He molded Vanity Fair into a magazine that cheerfully embraced the highs and lows of American arts, culture, politics and commerce through features and photography by wonderful writers and great photojournalists.
In his new book, When the Going Was Good: An Editor’s Adventures During the Last Golden Age of Magazines, we see Carter’s profound influence on American lifestyle and culture. While no longer steering Vanity Fair, he is now the co-founder of the indispensable digital magazine, Air Mail. Graydon Carter’s inestimable impact cannot be understated: we see it not only in the glamour of the entertainment industry, but more important, in magazine journalism, just brimming with features and photography that have been so fundamental to our culture. When the Going Was Good spills over with great stories featuring outsize personalities. Graydon Carter cultivated wonderful writers, artists, and photographers when he ran Spy and Vanity Fair. And his own story is as captivating as any that appeared under his watch.
Moderator to be announced.
Urgent: Action Alert on the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles
Submitted by Barbara Broide
Take Action: Submit a comment to LA City Council File 15-0989-S47 here:
🔗 Public Comment Portal
The proposed City Council motion would allow any Olympic or Paralympic-related development—temporary or permanent—to bypass essential regulations, including:
This could allow nearly any project claiming an Olympic connection to override land use rules, with little to no public oversight.
✅ Submit a Public Comment: LA City Clerk Comment Portal
✅ Read the Full Motion: City Council File
✅ Learn More: "The No-Plan Olympics" Article
🚨 Attend the Council Meeting: Friday, 2/28/25 at 10 AM at Van Nuys City Hall (14410 Sylvan St.).
Los Angeles was promised a “no-build” Olympics. This motion undermines that commitment and opens the door to unchecked development. Make your voice heard before it’s too late!
47th Annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker
Celebrating Lunar New Year and Year of the Snake
One of the Largest and Oldest Lunar New Year 5K Fun and Timed Runs, 10K Run, 1K Kiddie Run, 2K PAW’er Dog Walk, and 17th Annual 20/50-Mile Bike Rides Events in the United States
RESCHEDULED to March 8-9, 2025; Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza
WHAT: L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K Fun & Timed Run, 10K Timed Run, 1K Kiddie Run, 2K PAW’er Dog Walk & 17th Annual 20/50-Mile Bike Rides — Celebrating 47 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events takes place over the weekend of March 8-9, 2025, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza.
March 8-9 are the new dates for the 2025 Firecracker L.A. Year of the Snake Chinatown events with a choice to participate in-person or virtually. Each registered participant receives a commemorative 2025 Firecracker race bib, exclusive collectible finisher’s medal, limited edition t-shirt (even for registered kids and dogs), goody bag, and much more. In addition, participants and their guests will enjoy the Lunar New Year Celebration in the heart of historic Chinatown with an opening ceremony filled with lion dancers and the traditional lighting of 100,000 firecrackers. The Firecracker post events festival is a two-day expo including exhibitors, beer garden, vendors, activities for children, plenty of live entertainment, and free to the public. The 47thAnnual Firecracker runs are approved 2025 USATF Sanctioned Events.
The 47th Annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is produced by the nonprofit L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee (LACFRC), a group of volunteers who donate their time and energy to organize and stage events and programs promoting healthy lifestyles, fitness, cultural awareness, supports education and encourages community participation. LACFRC continues to give back with proceeds reinvested in the community providing service and programs benefiting elementary schools and local nonprofit organizations.
WHEN:
March 8-9, 2025
• Sat, March 8: 50-mile Bike Ride; 8:00 a.m. – via Chinatown, LA River Bike Trail, Griffith Park, Glendale, Eagle Rock, El Sereno and Lincoln Heights (Avoids Pasadena/Altadena due to fires)
• Sat, March 8: 20-mile Bike Ride; 8:20 a.m. – via Chinatown, LA River Bike Trail, Griffith Park
• Sat, March 8: 2K PAW’er Dog Walk; 9:00 a.m.
• Sun, March 9: 5K Run/Walk; 8:00 a.m. Run / 8:20 a.m. Walk
• Sun, March 9: 10K Run/Walk; 8:20 a.m. Run / 8:40 a.m. Walk
• Sun, March 9: 1K Kiddie Run: 9:00 a.m.; includes Kiddie Fun Zone (Carnival Games, Face Painting, Petting Zoo, Arts & Crafts activities, Puppet Shows, and much more...)
WHERE:
Los Angeles Chinatown Central Plaza
943 N Broadway, Downtown Los Angeles 90012
REGISTRATION: $28 - $65
*All previously registered participants will automatically be transferred to the new dates and no further action is required on your part.
However, if you require any adjustments to your registration, here are the available options:
You may initiate any of these options by logging into your Run SignUp account and following the instructions found here: Registration Options
If you would like details on the event, please visit L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Events
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
HOW TO REGISTER AND MORE INFORMATION:
• Firecracker L.A. Website: https://firecracker10k.org/
• Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/LosAngeles/LAChinatownFirecracker
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefirecracker10k
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firecracker10k/
• Twitter: https://x.com/firecracker10k
• Email: [email protected]
• #firecrackerLA; #47years
• L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Trailer/Broll: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXnjkQtweFc; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw5h2HgDdCo&authuser=1
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Controller Kenneth Mejia is kicking off the City’s budget season by hosting a virtual Budget - and Finance Town Hall on Thursday, February 27 at 8 PM where he will discuss the City’s budget and finances as well as answer questions. You will need to register.
Since taking office in late 2022, Mejia has been vocal about the City’s budget deficits and years of short term balance budget balancing measures at the cost of long term fiscal sustainability. There are departmental over expenditures, overly optimistic revenue projections and subsequent revenue shortfalls, the increase in liability claims, the impact of new labor agreements, and the depletion of the Reserve Fund. And now the City needs to address the fiscal stress from the impact from the firestorm disaster.
Mejia has also made a number of common sense recommendations, including, but not limited to, the following:
· Implement a two year budget cycle
· Develop a five year strategic plan to fix the City’s finances
· Develop an infrastructure plan to address the City’s deferred maintenance needs
· Reform the City’s budgeting process and priorities
The Controller will be issuing his charter mandated Revenue Forecast Report for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year within the week. This will provide us with insight into the City’s seven economically sensitive taxes (Property, Business, Sales, Utility, Hotel, Documentary Transfer, and Parking Occupancy comprise about 75% of General Fund revenue) and the impact of the wildfires on these taxes.
This revenue estimate does not address appropriations and the General Fund and overall budget. We will need to wait until April 20 when the Mayor submits her Proposed Budget to the City Council for its consideration.
Suki's three-night residency at the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles from March 3-5. At the shows, she'll perform "Dream Woman" live for the first time. After the residency, the performer will make several international festival appearances.
In 2024, Suki embarked on a North American tour in support of her sophomore album, Memoir of a Sparklemuffin.
The "Nostalgia" singer also opened for Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour stops in her hometown of London in August of last year. The following day, she expressed gratitude for the moment in a sentimental Instagram post.
An unmissable highlight among Los Angeles March events for music lovers is Saint Motel’s The Symphony in the Sky Tour. Renowned for their catchy melodies and imaginative visuals, the band combines cinematic flair with indie-pop ingenuity for a live show like no other. Their performance at The Wiltern offers an ideal mix of nostalgic hits and fresh tracks, ensuring both old and new fans have plenty to enjoy. Expect interactive set pieces, playful lighting effects, and a lively crowd ready to dance the night away. To top it off, The Wiltern’s historic architecture adds an air of timeless charm. If you’re craving something a little different from your typical concert scene, Saint Motel’s performance guarantees a memorable night out in LA.
One of the most delicious Los Angeles March events extends beyond city limits at Disney California Adventure Park, where gastronomy and entertainment merge. This annual festival showcases mouthwatering dishes, refreshing beverages, and fun cooking demonstrations that highlight California’s culinary heritage. Between bites, you can enjoy live music performances and browse various pop-up marketplaces that offer handcrafted goodies. The park’s signature attractions serve as a scenic backdrop, making it easy to split your day between rides and foodie pursuits. Families appreciate the festival’s interactive events, which often include kid-friendly activities and taste-testing opportunities. When you add the signature Disney magic into the mix, this festival becomes the perfect way to savor the flavors of the Golden State.
High-stakes soccer action lands in LA for the CONCACAF Nations League Finals, an international showcase that belongs on any list of must-see Los Angeles March events. Hosted at the cutting-edge SoFi Stadium, this tournament features North and Central America’s premier teams competing in thrilling semifinals, a third-place match, and a championship showdown. Expect an electric atmosphere as passionate fans cheer on their national squads with flags, chants, and waves of team spirit. Off the pitch, you’ll find plenty of concessions, interactive fan zones, and merchandise stands celebrating the global game. Each match offers edge-of-your-seat intensity and a chance to witness world-class athletes battling for continental glory. For soccer devotees and casual spectators alike, the CONCACAF Nations League Finals promise an unforgettable sporting spectacle.
Hip-hop lovers flock to Rolling Loud Los Angeles, a festival that consistently ranks among the liveliest Los Angeles March events. Legendary MCs share the stage with breakout talent, ensuring you discover new artists while enjoying iconic headliners. The event’s vibrant atmosphere includes eye-catching stage designs, diverse culinary options, and an inviting community spirit. Between performances, you can explore art installations, pick up limited-edition merchandise, or refuel at a variety of food stalls. The festival’s commitment to celebrating hip-hop culture is evident in surprise guest appearances and setlists that cover decades of influential sounds. Whether you’re a longtime hip-hop devotee or just exploring the genre, Rolling Loud Los Angeles is guaranteed to leave you buzzing with excitement.
PaleyFest LA stands out as one of the top Los Angeles March events for television enthusiasts. This star-studded gathering offers exclusive screenings of hit shows like Severance, The Handmaid’s Tale and Gilmore Girls, complete with special panels featuring cast members and showrunners. You’ll be treated to behind-the-scenes anecdotes, never-before-seen footage, and insider takes on fan-favorite series. The Dolby Theatre transforms into a hub for TV superfans, with buzz-worthy moments waiting around every corner. In addition to the main panels, interactive exhibits and potential meet-and-greet opportunities add to the festival’s allure. No matter what genre you love, PaleyFest LA is a can’t-miss chance to connect with others who share your passion for standout television.
Get your tickets for LA's largest and longest-running art fair at the Los Angeles Convention Center, February 19-23, 2025!
The 5-day event kicks off with an Opening Night Premiere, featuring actress and producer Jenna Dewan as Celebrity Host. Opening Night also presents artist Robert Vargas creating a live mural "Heroes" honoring first responders.
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CicLAvia Announces 2025 Car-Free Open Streets Schedule
Line Up Includes 8 CicLAvia Sundays
Season Kicks Off with New Route:
CicLAvia—West Adams Meets University Park
Sunday, February 23, 2025; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (February 14, 2025) — In its 15th year, CicLAvia is bringing Los Angeles together with more open streets, more miles of smiles, and more active recreation spaces, CicLAvia announces its 2025 schedule of car-free open streets events, including some new routes and two CicLAminis. In addition to the 4-7 miles of CicLAvia’s traditional open streets events, there will be two 1-2 mile CicLAminis - compact, pedestrian-oriented neighborhood routes designed to inspire participants to slow down and enjoy the streets in a more leisurely fashion. Expect activities like self-guided walking tours, scavenger hunts, street games, local business engagements, and art and cultural activities for all-ages at every CicLAvis Sunday.
WHERE & WHEN: CicLAvia 2025 Schedule (subject to change)
- February 23: CicLAvia—West Adams Meets University Park: This new route, CicLAvia’s 58th event, connects La Brea and Vermont Aves along Jefferson Blvd, and on Vermont Ave between Jefferson and Exposition Blvds, 9am - 3pm
- April 6: CicLAvia—Koreatown Meets Hollywood, presented by Metro, 9am - 4pm
- May 18: CicLAmini—Pico Union, new route, 10am - 3pm
- June 22: CicLAvia—Historic South LA Meets Watts, presented by Metro, 9am - 4pm
- August 17: CicLAvia—Culver City Meets Venice, presented by Metro, 9am - 4pm
- September 14: CicLAmini—San Pedro, 10am - 3 pm
- October 12: CicLAvia—Heart of LA, presented by Metro, 9am - 4pm (annual anchor route & fan favorite)
- December 7: CicLAvia—Melrose Ave, 9am - 3pm
"For 15 years, LADOT's partnership with CicLAvia has unlocked the potential of our streets and turned them into neighborhood celebrations," said LADOT General Manager Laura Rubio-Cornejo. "We look forward to hitting the streets from West Adams to University Park with another great event that allows Angelenos and visitors to walk, bike, and roll through vibrant communities, meet up with friends, and support local businesses."
“We appreciate that Metro is again partnering with the City of LA and neighboring cities to provide funding for CicLAvia’s 2025 season,” says CicLAvia Executive Director Romel Pascual. “As a non-profit, this partnership allows us to continue to offer and expand our beloved open streets events throughout the Los Angeles region. Our work at CicLAvia also relies on our coalition of supporters, which includes foundations, individual donors, community organizations, and companies who share the vision of safe, diverse, and inclusive open streets. We are excited to start our 2025 season with new CicLAvia routes in West Adams and Pico Union. The diversity of community and small businesses remind us of what makes CicLAvia special, impactful and so popular. We will see eight CicLAvia open streets events in 2025, and we are thrilled to celebrate LA alongside our dynamic communities.”
WHAT: CicLAvia
CicLAvia car-free open streets for all to enjoy as temporary park spaces – free of charge. Participants of all ages and abilities can play, explore local gems, and sightsee, while experiencing the joy of safe, people-powered transportation on car-free open streets. CicLAvia events range from 1 to 7.5 miles, in different neighborhoods all around Los Angeles.
Show up anywhere along the route at any time and have fun! Hubs have restrooms, free water refilling stations, free basic bike repair, bike parking, and first aid. In addition, free pedicab rides are available at each information booth.
Hubs are resting and meeting points along the route and offer additional programming and activities. Every route highlights local gems in the neighborhood, from eateries to cultural institutions to mom and pop shops.
CicLAvia is a nonprofit that catalyzes vibrant public spaces, active transportation, and good health through car-free streets. It has never been more important to improve people’s lives and strengthen communities, breaking free from isolation, exploring the connection between our health and our planet's health and to support sustainable systems and materials that sync with nature. Instead of building permanent infrastructure, CicLAvia builds unifying social fabric, joyously connecting culturally diverse neighborhoods and neighbors to each other through open streets. CicLAvia is not just about cycling, it’s also about multiple modes of people-powered transportation. Whether one walks, strolls, skate, jogs, scooter, or bikes, CicLAvia creates so many incredible moments and experiences enjoying our city streets together.
More than just an open streets movement, CicLAvia helps communities re-imagine a greener and cleaner Los Angeles, while also promoting equitable transportation options, healthier lifestyles, and closer connections to community. Inspired by Bogotá’s weekly ciclovía, CicLAvia has been temporarily closing streets to car traffic and opening them as public parks in Los Angeles since 2010. With more than 294 miles of open streets, Melrose Valley is CicLAvia’s 50th event.
Only people-powered vehicles are allowed. No electric scooters, electric skateboards, hoverboards, electric unicycles, motorcycles and other non-people-powered vehicles are allowed at CicLAvia. Class 1 e-bike pedal-assist allowed. Class 2 e-bikes are allowed when the throttle is powered off. Class 3 e-bikes allowed when pedal-assist is powered off. Motorized wheelchairs are allowed. Learn more here.
Participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia. More information regarding participants rights can be found here: https://www.ciclavia.org/ciclavia-safety
WHO:
Free for all, CicLAvia is a nonprofit organization working to connect neighborhoods to each other across a sprawling city, creating a safe place to walk, skate, roll, bike, play and dance through Los Angeles County. CicLAvia engages with people to transform our relationship with our communities and with each other.Participants of all ages and abilities will enjoy a day to sightsee, play and explore local gems, while experiencing the joy of safe, people-powered transportation on car-free open streets.
HOW & MORE INFORMATION:
• Visit https://www.ciclavia.org/ for more detailed information
• [email protected]; 213-355-8500
• Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ciclavia
• Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciclavia/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CicLAviaLA
• Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/laciclavia/sets/with/72157656013962875
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