Best Things to Do in SoCal and LA This Week: June 15-21, 2026
LACMA block party and parade
To celebrate the opening of the new David Geffen Galleries, LACMA is throwing the biggest gathering they’ve ever hosted by inviting the public for the LACMA Block Party. Visitors can enjoy free admission to the entire museum, family-friendly art activities inspired by the museum’s collection, and live performances ranging from cumbia and house music to funk as well as a special edition of their Latin Sounds concert series. And don’t miss the Art Parade, filling Wilshire Blvd with local artists and plenty of surprises throughout the day.
5905 Wilshire Boulevard
When the world comes to you
Celebrate the world's biggest soccer tournament at the LA World Cup Fan Zone at The Original Farmers Market. Fans can gather to cheer on their favorite teams while enjoying an international celebration of food, music, and culture from the Market’s 40+ eateries and specialty shops. From beer gardens to live DJs, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities, this fan festival invites the public to experience the intersection of nations and communities.
6333 West 3rd Street
The shape of water
Descanso Gardens presents Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity, marking the 60th anniversary of the Japanese Garden. This group show brings together six contemporary Japanese women artists whose work explores water as both a life-giving force and unpredictable. Curated by Japanese art historian Meher McArthur, the exhibition spans sculpture, printmaking, and paintings, revealing water’s many moods and manifestations.
1418 Descanso Dr
Ride for freedom
Celebrate Juneteenth on two wheels at Black Folk's 3rd Annual Juneteenth Freedom Ride, a community and pedal-powered event that blends culture and cycling through the streets of Los Angeles. Cyclists of all ages are invited to join this uplifting ride through Central Los Angeles, passing significant Los Angeles landmarks while honoring the legacy of freedom and Black excellence. Be a part of a collective journey that culminates at the Leimert Park Juneteenth Festival, where live music, art, and a community celebration awaits.
3650 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Imagine the future
Step into a world where innovation, artistry, and storytelling converge at the 2nd Annual Afrofuturist Art Fair: Industry Night Celebration. Held at The Colony Theatre in Burbank, this immersive gathering invites artists, writers, cultural workers, and curious minds to explore Afrofuturism through visual art, literature, live performances, and conversations. Inspired by the principles of Sankofa, the evening features curated exhibitions, book signings, live music, networking opportunities, and an interview taping with multidisciplinary artist Shola Adewusi.
555 North 3rd Street