The Best Things to Do in LA This Weekend (October 10-12, 2025)
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Las Cafeteras: Hasta La Muerte - The Ford (Oct. 11)
With a mix of original and traditional music, Las Cafeteras fuses concert and theatrical experiences when the East LA band brings their Day of the Dead show, Hasta La Muerte, to The Ford on Saturday, October 11.
Dudamel Conducts Mahler’s Resurrection - Walt Disney Concert Hall (Oct. 9-12)
On Thursday, October 9, Gustavo Dudamel will conduct more than 200 musicians for Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 in C Minor, “Resurrection.” This is the first of four performances, including a Sunday matinee, that will take place at Walt Disney Concert Hall over the weekend.
"Jaja’s African Hair Braiding" - Mark Taper Forum (Oct. 10-12)
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding, the Tony-winning comedy set in a Harlem salon, comes to Los Angeles for a month-long run at Center Theatre Group's Mark Taper Forum. Written by Jocelyn Bioh and directed by Whitney White, the play opens on Wednesday, October 1 and will offer both evening and matinee performances through November 9.
"The Little King of Norwalk" - Latino Theater Co. (Oct. 10-12)
A tribute to Chicano identity in its many forms, The Little King of Norwalk blends satire, a touch of magical realism, and a nod to Gogol’s The Inspector General. Commissioned by Latino Theater Company and developed through its Circle of Imaginistas playwriting group, this world premiere is a modern barrio fable about power, politics and the price of survival.
SG Lewis - Shrine Expo Hall (Oct. 10)
SG Lewis, the English musician and producer known for his collaborations with artists from Dua Lipa to Clairo, headlines Shrine Expo Hall on Friday, October 10. Don’t be late because you’ll want to catch Peruvian DJ/producer Sofia Kourtesis, who opens the show.
Mau P - LA State Historic Park (Oct. 10)
Dutch DJ Mau P, known for dance floor hits like “Drugs for Amsterdam” and “Metro,” plays the first of two headlining gigs at Los Angeles State Historic Park on Friday, October 10. Joining him for the party are ChaseWest and Gordo. Saturday night’s event is already sold out, so get your Friday tickets at Dice ASAP!
Les Misérables - Pantages Theatre (Oct. 10-12)
The beloved musical Les Misérables is back in Los Angeles for a run at the Pantages Theatre that begins on Tuesday, October 7 and concludes on October 19.
Kamasi Washington - Blue Note (Oct. 10-12)
Acclaimed jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington concludes his 12-night run at Blue Note Los Angeles with weekend shows from October 10-12. There will be performances at 7pm and 9:30pm each night.
West Side Story - Dorothy Chandler Pavilion (Oct. 11-12)
James Conlon conducts the LA Opera Orchestra in the company’s production of Leonard Bernstein’s classic West Side Story at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. The show's final weekend features an evening performance on Saturday, October 11 and a matinee on Sunday.
Sextile - The Novo (Oct. 11)
LA-based Sextile dropped an album loaded with bangers, Yes, Please, earlier this year. Catch them live at The Novo on Saturday, October 11 with support from Automatic and Discovery Zone.
Victorian Halloween Magic Lantern Show - Philosophical Research Society (Oct. 11)
Terry Borton, founder of the American Magic Lantern Theatre, takes audience members back to a time before film, when visual stories were told with glass slides and narration. Taking place on Saturday, October 11, this flashback to the era of Victorian magic lantern shows is co-presented by the Philosophical Research Society and the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. Tickets at Eventbrite.
Secret Sixteen: Ha Ha Horror 16mm Movie Marathon - Brain Dead Studios (Oct. 11)
Secret Sixteen brings out six 16mm films from its collection for a 12-hour movie marathon at Brain Dead Studios on Saturday, October 11. The identity of the films won’t be revealed beforehand, so be prepared for surprises and delights from this collection of horror flicks.
LA Galaxy vs. FC Dallas - Dignity Health Sports Park (Oct. 11)
The LA Galaxy takes on FC Dallas at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson on Saturday, October 11. The action starts at 7:30pm.
LA Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors - Crypto.com Arena (Oct. 12)
The LA Lakers begin the NBA pre-season against their cross-state rivals Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, October 12. Tipoff is at 6:30pm.
LA Clippers vs. Denver Nuggets - Intuit Dome (Oct. 12)
The LA Clippers take on the Denver Nuggets at Intuit Dome on Sunday, October 12, for their first home game of the NBA pre-season. Tipoff is at 7pm.
A Quiet Afternoon with The Mekons - Gold-Diggers (Oct. 12)
Following their successful U.S. tour and Tiny Desk performance, the Mekons head to Gold-Diggers for a special, one-off acoustic performance with an early showtime. They’ll hit the stage at 3pm for this Sunday afternoon event. Tickets at Dice.
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