As Los Angeles Dodgers followers depend down the times till Opening Day 2026, there are many occasions and actions occurring across the metropolis for followers to take pleasure in with their households, pals and even solo this weekend.
There are a number of cultural occasions occurring this weekend that may embrace tradition and neighborhood with vibrant celebrations for Black Historical past Month, Mardi Gras, and Lunar New Yr
Choose your favourite occasions, mark your calendar and take advantage of your weekend in LA!
Music & Arts
Dates: February nineteenth – twenty fifth
Location(s): Landmark Sundown Hollywood, DGA Theater Advanced
The Slamdance Movie Pageant will highlight rising filmmakers from all over the world, that includes 141 movies, together with 50 world premiere and representing greater than 50 international locations. The 2026 lineup was chosen from 10,000 submissions, with 28 p.c coming from Los Angeles-area filmmakers.
This would be the second 12 months Slamdance Movie Pageant is widely known in Los Angeles. Along with the movie lineup, the competition will embody neighborhood occasions similar to Market Monday on Feb. 23.
Dates: February 20-22
Location: Blue Word Los Angeles – 6372 Sundown Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Lizzo is taking the Blue Word stage three nights in a row this weekend. There might be a full bar and meals menu obtainable, with a $20 minimal spending finances per particular person. This can be a 21+ occasion.
Sports activities
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 6:30 pm
Location: LA Memorial Coliseum
This is without doubt one of the most anticipated 2026 MLS season openers occurring this weekend, between LAFC and Inter Miami. Inter Miami celebrity Lionel Messi, who’s arguably probably the most embellished soccer participant in historical past, is anticipated to play on Saturday with the reigning MLS Cup champions towards LAFC.
Date: Saturday, February 21
Location: Dodger Stadium – 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Conquer the Spartan Stadion Race at Dodger Stadium this weekend, which options 20 completely different obstacles throughout a 5k race. Race finishers will obtain a medal and finisher T-shirt. For an opportunity to take part within the occasion free of charge, take a look at volunteer choices on the official Spartan web site.
Cultural Occasions
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
Location: Chinatown LA
Rejoice the beginning of the Yr of the Horse on the 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade hosted by the Chinese language Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles this Saturday. From cultural performances just like the Lion Dance to enjoyable traditions just like the fortunate crimson envelopes, there are a number of alternatives to have fun Lunar New Yr this weekend.
Parade Route: Hill Road at Temple towards Bernard. Proper on Bernard, proper on Broadway again to Broadway & Temple. Runs from 1-4pm.
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 12:00 PM 11:59 PM
Location: Benny Boy Brewing – 1821 Daly St. Los Angeles, CA 90031
Expertise a style of New Orleans’ Mardi Gras on Saturday at Benny Boy Brewing. There might be five-piece stay jazz band, king cake, and a crawfish boil by Crawdaddy Boiler together with a pet parade. This can be a 21+ occasion, and admission is free.
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 from 9:30?PM 10:45?PM
Location: The Elysian Theater – 1944 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039
Comic Brandon Collins is internet hosting a Drunk Black Historical past present at The Elysian Theater on Saturday. A bunch of drunk comedians, writers and consultants will inform the biography of a historic Black determine or occasion that many individuals haven’t heard about it. This occasion will put a enjoyable twist on studying about essential figures and occasions in historical past.
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