The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles this Weekend: October 17-19, 2025

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:

• The B-52s and Devo - Hollywood Bowl
• LA Chargers vs. Indianapolis Colts - SoFi Stadium
• Les Misérables - Pantages Theatre
• Penn & Teller 50th Anniversary Tour - YouTube Theatre
• Taste of Soul - Crenshaw Boulevard

Find more events and nearby hotels at the DiscoverLA.com Events Calendar.

Come for the show, stay for the weekend!

Taking place on Saturday, October 25 from 11am to 4pm, Grand Ave Arts: All Access invites all to explore, be curious, pop in, and choose their own adventures. More than a dozen arts and cultural institutions along Grand Avenue will open their doors to visitors of all ages for a day of free workshops, performances, tours and interactive events. Explore art, music, dance, literature, art-making and more. All events are free and open to the public, rain or shine.

The Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion welcomes Complexions Contemporary Ballet for a weekend of performances from Friday to Sunday, October 24-26. The company will perform Retro Suite and For Crying Out Loud, the latter of which is set to the music of U2. Recommended for ages 8 and older.

Boz Scaggs, the GRAMMY-winning funky legend whose 1976 hit “Lowdown” continues to pack dance floors, performs his greatest hits at Walt Disney Concert Hall on Saturday, October 25.

On Saturday, October 25, the Bob Baker Marionette Theater presents the third annual Hallowe’en Costume Ball, a special 21+ fundraiser for the local institution. Norwegian disco diva Ora the Molecule will perform live and Estelle of Roadkill Jamboree will judge the costume contest.

Heather Henson’s Handmade Puppet Dreams and the LA Guild of Puppetry join forces for Ghoulish Glimpses 2025: Haunted Puppetry on Stage and Screen, a special night at Philosophical Research Society filled with short films and puppets. In addition to film screenings, there will be live puppetry performance installations throughout the PRS campus at this all-ages event. Children ages 10 and under can attend for free.

Taking place at The Ford on Saturday, October 25, the Labor of Love concert brings together the “King of Latin Soul,” Joe Bataan, with the long-running, GRAMMY-winning Chicano rock band Quetzal and poet Faith Santilla.

Calling all ghosts and ghouls for a wicked good time! On Saturday, October 25, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures will host the annual Monster Mash, a fun-filled day of screenings, special effects makeup demos, ghostly tours, special monster appearances and activities—all exploring the crossroads between the monstrous and the feminine in film. Embrace this year’s theme with the bride of Frankenstein, lovelorn witches, hungry demons and more. Films include an Accessible Screening of The Bride of Frankenstein in 4K; The Love Witch and Jennifer's Body.

Lorde brings the Ultrasound World Tour to Kia Forum on Saturday, October 18, with support from Blood Orange (whose own headlining show at The Shrine on October 16 is already sold out), The Japanese House and Empress Of.

Get ready for Penn & Teller's signature mix of subversive magic and edgy comedy when the legendary duo bring their 50th Anniversary Tour to Inglewood's YouTube Theatre on Saturday, October 18. Premium Club and Theater Box options are available.

The GRAMMY-winning Argentinian band Los Fabulosos Cadillacs celebrate their 40th anniversary at Walt Disney Concert Hall with concerts that will feature music from throughout their long and eclectic career.

"Meet Me at 3rd and Fairfax" for the Fall Festival, taking place at The Original Farmers Market on Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19. The weekend festivities include a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, fall-themed games, live music, kids crafts, photo ops and more. For more info and the full schedule, download the Fall Festival event flyer.

The LA Galaxy brings the MLS regular season to a close at Dignity Health Sports Park on Saturday, October 18, when they play Minnesota United FC. Kickoff is at 6pm.

Caroline Pardilla, author of Margarita Time, will be hosting a Margarita-paired dinner at Gracias Madre, featuring an array of Margarita riffs from her book. The evening kicks off with a Marg mixer on the patio followed by a three-course paired meatless dinner, live music, and a tequila masterclass in a private dining room. A portion of the proceeds will benefit CHIRLA.

Metal titans Judas Priest and Alice Cooper co-headline Kia Forum on Sunday, October 19, with support from Corrosion of Conformity. There are multiple VIP packages available for this show as well.

María “La Chacha” Bermúdez, artistic director of Olé Los Angeles, invites audiences of all ages to experience lively, traditional flamenco dance while learning up close about this unique art form. With live music and dancers, the program at The Ford features high-energy performances, storytelling through movement, and interactive moments that explore the improvisational Spanish dance. Come early as members of Flamenco! Santa Barbara lead family friendly activities.

Bob Baker Marionette Theater and Screen Novelties are collaborating for Spook-A-Nanny, a Halloween event that the whole family can enjoy! Taking place at Heritage Square Museum on Sunday, October 19, Spook-A-Nanny features spooky clips culled from VHS, DVDs and 16mm film; plus Bob Baker’s beloved puppets will perform a whimsical outdoor show. Be sure to bring a picnic blanket or folding chairs.

Angel City FC celebrates the final home game of the NWSL regular season with Fan Appreciation Day at BMO Stadium on Sunday, October 19. The Fan Fest starts at 10am with the gate giveaway to be announced. The match against Portland Thorns FC starts at 2pm.

The Los Angeles Chargers take on the Indianapolis Colts Sunday afternoon at SoFI Stadium in Inglewood. Kickoff is at 1:05pm.

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