Coming Soon: The Best Events in LA (August 18-24, 2025)

Summer is here! From cultural events to superstar concerts, exciting nightlife and world-class sports, Discover LA is your go-to source for the latest and greatest in LA. Find more events and nearby hotels at the DiscoverLA.com Events Calendar.

Los Angeles is home to a world-class collection of museums and cultural attractions. Best of all, LA museums are hosting events all summer long! From afterhours exhibits to concerts and movie screenings, read our guide to summer museum events in LA.

The Philharmonik - Blue Note LA (Aug. 18)
New Hollywood jazz venue Blue Note LA opens its doors on August 14 and you can expect performances nightly throughout the rest of the month. On Monday, August 18, The Philharmonik, who won last year’s Tiny Desk Contest for the song “What’s It All Mean?” stops by for two shows, at 7pm and 9:30pm. Table seating at the venue is all ages, but tickets for bar seating are 21+ only.

Rachmaninoff Under the Stars - Hollywood Bowl (Aug. 19 & 21)
Pianist Daniil Trifonov returns to the Hollywood Bowl to perform Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18 for Rachmaninoff Under the Stars on Tuesday, August 19. The program, conducted by Daniel Harding, will also include Rachmaninoff’s Second Symphony. This is the first of a two-night event at the Bowl. For the second night, on Thursday, August 21, Trifonov will perform the composer’s Third Piano Concerto. Gates open two hours before the 8pm performances.

Herbie Hancock - Hollywood Bowl (Aug. 20)
The LA Phil’s Creative Chair for Jazz, Herbie Hancock, takes the Hollywood Bowl stage on Wednesday, August 20. Catch the legend in concert, where he’ll be joined by Terence Blanchard (trumpet), James Genus (bass), Lionel Loueke (guitar, vocals) and Jaylen Petinaud (drums). Gates open two hours before the 8pm showtime.

"It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley" - Philosophical Research Society (Aug. 22)
Oscar-nominated filmmaker Amy Berg explores the brief-but-brilliant life of singer-songwriter Jeff Buckley in a new documentary that includes previously unseen footage, as well as interviews with those who were close to him. It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley screens at Philosophical Research Society on Friday, August 22. Tickets at Eventbrite.

Maestro of the Movies: Celebrating the Music of John Williams - Hollywood Bowl (Aug. 22-24)
A highlight of the Hollywood Bowl’s summer season, Maestro of the Movies: Celebrating the Music of John Williams returns for three nights beginning Friday, August 22. Conductor David Newman will lead the LA Phil through selections that include music from beloved films like Jaws, E.T., Superman, Raiders of the Lost Ark and, of course, Star Wars.

"Psycho" - Hollywood Forever (Aug. 23)
Cinespia screens Alfred Hitchcock’s horror classic, Psycho, at Hollywood Forever on Saturday, August 23. Gates open at 6:45pm, but showtime isn’t until 8:30pm, so bring a picnic to enjoy before the terror begins.

Off the 405: Emile Mosseri - Getty Center (Aug. 23)
On Saturday, August 23, the Getty Center wraps up its summer music series, Off the 405, with a performance by LA-based composer Emile Mosseri and an opening DJ set by omniscuro. Mosseri earned an Academy Award nomination for his score to Minari and also composed the acclaimed music for The Last Black Man in San Francisco and Kajillionaire. For his live shows, Mosseri weaves together material from his albums and film scores, creating intimate, genre-defying performances. Free with RSVP at the Getty website.

VinylCon - California Market Center (Aug. 23-24)
Get ready for some crate-digging when VinylCon takes over the California Market Center in Downtown LA on Saturday, August 23, and Sunday, August 24. The weekend-long event is geared towards record collectors, but also includes vendors who carry music released on other formats, as well as music memorabilia. Expect to hear DJs playing vinyl sets while you shop, with a lineup that includes Cut Chemist, House Shoes, Psycho Les and more.

Envisioning the Skies: A Short History of Astronomical Films - Mount Wilson Observatory (Aug. 23)
Mount Wilson’s Matinees on the Mountain series continues on Saturday, August 23, with a showcase of astronomical films going back to the 19th century. Presented with LA Filmforum, Envisioning the Skies includes images from astronomers like Jules Janssen and Bernard Lyot, as well as modern footage. The screening takes place in the 256-seat auditorium at the famed, mountaintop auditorium. For driving directions, follow the directions on the Mount Wilson website.

Fight off that live music FOMO with a show-centric trip to one of the world’s great music capitals! Whether it's historic theatres like The Greek and The Ford; or cozier venues like the Moroccan Lounge and Catalina Jazz Club, there's a concert for every genre on any night in LA.

AUGUST 2025

• Dave Matthews Band - Kia Forum (Aug. 22)
• Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals - Orpheum Theatre (Aug. 24)
• Toto + Men at Work + Christopher Cross - Kia Forum (Aug. 24)
• Cyndi Lauper - Hollywood Bowl (Aug. 29-30)
• "Weird Al" Yankovic - Kia Forum (Aug. 30)

SEPTEMBER 2025

• The Flaming Lips & Modest Mouse - Greek Theatre (Sep. 4)
• Jonas Brothers - Intuit Dome (Sep. 6)
• Oasis - Rose Bowl Stadium (Sep. 6-7)
• Lil' Wayne - Crypto.com Arena (Sep. 12)
• Neil Young - Hollywood Bowl (Sep. 15)
• The Who - Hollywood Bowl (Sep. 17 & 19)
• Nine Inch Nails - Kia Forum (Sep. 18-19)
• LCD Soundsystem & Pulp - Hollywood Bowl (Sep. 25-26)
• Ice Cube - Crypto.com Arena (Sep. 28)
• John Legend - Hollywood Bowl (Sep. 28)

OCTOBER 2025

• Erykah Badu - Hollywood Bowl (Oct. 3)
• Dua Lipa - Kia Forum (Oct. 4-5 & 7-8)
• Durand Jones & The Indications - Greek Theatre (Oct. 9-10)
• Chappell Roan - Rose Bowl Stadium (Oct. 10-11)
• The B-52s & Devo - Hollywood Bowl (Oct. 18)
• Morrissey - Intuit Dome (Oct. 25)
• Robby Krieger: A Doors 60th Anniversary Celebration - Greek Theatre (Oct. 30)

NOVEMBER 2025

• Brandy & Monica - Kia Forum (Nov. 9)
• Queens of the Stone Age - Dolby Theatre (Nov. 11)
• Sabrina Carpenter - Crypto.com Arena (Nov. 16-17, 19-20, 22-23)
• Bryan Adams - Kia Forum (Nov. 18)
• David Byrne - Dolby Theatre (Nov. 20-21)

DECEMBER 2025

• New Year's Eve with The Roots - Walt Disney Concert Hall (Dec. 31)

My Morning Jacket - Hollywood Palladium (Aug. 19)
In the midst of touring for their recently released 10th album, is, My Morning Jacket stops by the Hollywood Palladium on Tuesday, August 19, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the band’s 2005 album, Z. This is one of just five Z anniversary shows they’ll be playing on the current North American jaunt, so fans will not want to miss this all-ages show. New York-based Melt opens the night.

Tennis - The Greek Theatre (Aug. 20)
Last spring, Tennis released their final album, Face Down in the Garden, and this month, the indie pop duo will embark on a farewell tour. They’ll say goodbye to LA fans on Wednesday, August 20, at The Greek Theatre with support from Cults.

Kali Uchis - Kia Forum (Aug. 20-21)
Tickets are going fast to catch Kali Uchis on August 20, the first of her two nights at Kia Forum. If you can’t make it out this week, she’s bringing The Sincerely, Tour back to LA in September for a night at Intuit Dome.

Japanese Breakfast - The Greek Theatre (Aug. 22)
Japanese Breakfast are on the road in support of their fourth album For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women), which was released in March 2025. The Melancholy Tour stops in Los Angeles on Friday, August 22 at The Greek Theatre with support from Southern California-based Ginger Root. Gates open 90 minutes prior to the show’s 7:30pm start time.

Nelly - Intuit Dome (Aug. 23)
The party’s at Intuit Dome on Saturday, August 23, when Nelly brings the Where the Party At tour to Los Angeles. Ja Rule and Eve will be joining him, and the roster of special guests includes St. Lunatics and Chingy.

Kinky & Los Abandoned - Levitt Pavilion (Aug. 23)
Influential Mexican electronic rock band Kinky and a reunited Los Abandoned play Levitt Pavilion on Saturday, August 23, as part of the Levitt’s popular summer concert series. While the concert is free, RSVPs at Eventbrite are recommended.

Element Band - The Ford (Aug. 24)
Known for blending traditional Armenian folk music and contemporary sounds, Element Band celebrates their 20th anniversary at The Ford with a performance that will include 12 musicians, multiple vocalists and new compositions alongside crowd favorites.

Whether you’re looking for educational activities, entertainment, or just want to enjoy the great outdoors, LA has it all - and it’s at your fingertips all year long. Here’s a look at top family-friendly and super fun things to do in the City of Angels.

Moonrise Kingdom in 35mm - Academy Museum (Aug. 23)
Oscar-nominated for Best Original Screenplay, Wes Anderson and Roman Coppola’s quirky Moonrise Kingdom tells the tale of 12-year-olds Sam and Suzy, who escape from Camp Ivanhoe and abscond into the wilderness off the New England coast. The pair fall too deep into their cute courtship to care that every adult in their lives is trying to locate them before a dangerous storm makes landfall. Featuring first-time actors Jared Gilman and Kara Hayward as the charming tweens in a budding romance, this off-kilter camp story will screen in the Ted Mann Theater on Saturday, August 23 as part of the Academy Museum's ongoing Family Matinee series.

Michael Angelakos is Passion Pit - Moroccan Lounge (Aug. 19-20 & 26-27)
Michael Angelakos brings his series of residency shows, “Michael Angelakos is Passion Pit” to Los Angeles beginning Tuesday, August 19 at Moroccan Lounge. He’s anticipated to play new material and reworked favorites in the intimate shows, which will continue at the Downtown LA venue on August 20, 26 and 27.

Tim Heidecker and the Very Good Band - Lodge Room (Aug. 21)
Tim Heidecker and the Very Good Band will play Lodge Room on Thursday, August 21 with support from DJ Douggpound. There are VIP tickets for this show, which include a signed copy of Heidecker’s new album, Slipping Away, on CD; plus 5:30pm entry to the venue for a meet-and-greet photo opportunity.

Bob the Drag Queen (DJ Set) - Zebulon (Aug. 22)
Bob the Drag Queen who, in addition to winning Season 8 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, has racked up a Peabody and multiple GLAAD Media Awards, and recently hit the New York Times bestseller list with his debut novel Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert. Catch his DJ set at Zebulon on Friday, August 22. Tickets at Dice.

Lucha VaVoom de la Liz - Mayan Theatre (Aug. 22)
With The Mayan set to close in September, you won’t want to miss Lucha VaVoom de la Liz, which brings “The Good, The Bad and the Fabulous” to the historic venue on Friday, August 22. Come for the mix of lucha libre and burlesque, but be sure to soak in the details of this Downtown LA architectural gem while you’re there. Doors open an hour before the 8pm show time, so plan to arrive early.

Jesika von Rabbit - Zebulon (Aug. 24)
Having released her latest album, Bunnywood Babylon, back in June, Joshua Tree favorite Jesika von Rabbit heads to Los Angeles for a Sunday evening show at Zebulon. Opening performances from Dream Phases and Los Quinceaneros. Tickets at Dice.

LA Sparks vs. Dallas Wings - Crypto.com Arena (Aug. 20)
The Sparks go up against the Dallas Wings for the second time in a week, but this time they’re playing on their home court. Tipoff is 7pm on August 20 at Crypto.com Arena.

Angel City FC vs. Orlando Pride - BMO Stadium (Aug. 21)
Angel City FC takes on the 2024 NWSL champs Orlando Pride at BMO Stadium on Thursday, August 21. This will also be Toy Night, presented by Bandai Namco, the first toy brand to sponsor a major U.S. professional women’s sports team. The action starts at 7:30pm.

LA Galaxy vs. Colorado Rapids - Dignity Health Sports Park (Aug. 23)
The LA Galaxy are back home this weekend to take on Colorado Rapids at Dignity Health Sports Park for a 7:30pm match on Saturday, August 23. Gates open nine minutes before kickoff.

From local independent venues to Broadway blockbusters, there is no better city in the country to experience live theatre than Los Angeles. For a roundup of current and upcoming productions, visit the Discover LA Theatre page.

"Shucked" - Pantages Theatre (Aug. 19 - Sep. 7)
Shucked, the Tony-winning musical comedy with a book by Robert Horn (Tootsie) and music from Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, opens at Hollywood’s Pantages Theatre on Tuesday, August 19, where it will run through September 7, with matinee shows happening on the weekends.

"& Juliet" - Ahmanson Theatre (Aug. 19-24)
Writer David West Read, best known for his work on Schitt’s Creek, imagines a very different outcome for Romeo’s love in the Tony-nominated jukebox musical & Juliet. The Broadway hit will run at The Music Center’s Ahmanson Theatre through September 7. Both evening and matinee shows are on the calendar, so check the Center Theatre Group website for the full list of dates and showtimes. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

Lula Washington Dance Theatre 45th Anniversary - The Ford (Aug. 23)
LA’s own Lula Washington Dance Theatre celebrates their 45th anniversary with two North American premieres at The Ford: The Master Plan, a tribute to Pharoah Sanders choreographed by Lula Washington herself; and Tamica Washington-Miller’s And We Can Fly.