The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles this Weekend: Jan. 16-18, 2026
From cultural events to superstar concerts and world-class sports, Discover LA is your go-to source for what's happening in Los Angeles. Be sure to follow @discoverla on Instagram to find out even more about what to do in LA. Read on for the best things to do in LA this weekend, including:
- Wyclef Jean - Blue Note Hollywood
- the Dickies, DI, Angry Samonans - The Roxy
- Twice - Kia Forum
- MLK Day Parade - Crenshaw
- LA Clippers vs LA Lakers - Intuit Dome
Find more events and nearby hotels at the DiscoverLA.com Events Calendar.
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Wyclef Jean - Blue Note (Jan. 15-18)
Wyclef Jean kicks off a weekend of shows at Blue Note Los Angeles on Thursday, January 15, when he plays at 7pm and 9:30pm. He’ll continue his run of two nightly performances at the Hollywood jazz venue through Sunday, January 18.
The Dickies, DI, Angry Samoans - The Roxy (Jan. 17)
It’s a night of Southern California punk legends at The Roxy on Saturday, January 17, when The Dickies - who have been going strong for some 49 years - play alongside D.I. and The Angry Samoans. Tickets at AXS.
Chus & Ceballos - Academy LA (Jan. 17)
Spanish DJ/production duo Chus & Ceballos play Academy LA in Hollywood on Saturday, January 17 as part of their 2025 Reunion Tour. LA-based Of the Moon plays in the support slot. VIP table reservations are available for this event.
Official MLK Day Parade - Crenshaw (Jan. 19)
Thousands will gather for LA's Official MLK Jr. Day Parade. Nearly 150 colorful floats, marching bands, drumlines, dancers and performers will take over Crenshaw on Jan. 19, celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The 2026 parade will be led by actor and comedian Cedric the Entertainer, who was named grand marshal. The parade will begin at Western Ave. and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., heading west on MLK Blvd. to Crenshaw Blvd., before heading south toward Vernon Ave., ending at Leimert Park.
Twice - Kia Forum (Jan. 21-22, 24-25)
K-pop stars Twice begin their four-night stint at Kia Forum on Wednesday, January 21. The hit-making girl group will continue their This Is For World Tour on Thursday, January 22, and will return to Kia Forum for shows on Saturday, January 24 and Sunday, January 25.
LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers - Intuit Dome (Jan. 22)
It’s LA versus LA on Thursday, January 22, when the Clippers and Lakers go head-to-head at Intuit Dome! The action starts at 7pm.
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