Top Things to Do in SoCal This Week: September 29-October 5, 2025
Come for the books, stay for the goosebumps!
Get ready, book fiends, as Rare Books LA returns to Union Station for an electrifying celebration of books, maps, fine prints, book arts, and more. Dive into a monstrous marketplace with over 50 exhibitors and stay for a special fundraising event with Guillermo Del Toro and his upcoming Netflix release of Frankenstein to benefit the Library Foundation of Los Angeles. Whether you’re a serious collector or just love the thrill of the hunt, you’ll discover treasures both eerie and enchanting inside LA’s most iconic station where literature comes alive.
800 North Alameda Street
A Day of Native Art, Food, Music, and Stories
Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day with the Fowler Museum’s inaugural festival honoring the living traditions and cultural brilliance of Native communities across Southern California. This day-long gathering spotlights Indigenous artists, storytellers, musicians, poets, and community leaders through hands-on cyanotype art-making, live cooking demonstrations, music, poetry, and performance. Rooted in the themes of the Getty PST Art exhibition Fire Kinship, the program uplifts Indigenous perspectives on land and traditional ecological knowledge, offering visitors a chance to experience creativity, resilience, and community in action. Come join the circle and witness a powerful celebration of heritage, connection, and future vision.
308 Charles E Young Dr N
Celebrate Art with Artists
Be the first to explore Made in L.A. 2025 on opening night when the biennial returns to the Hammer Museum with 28 artists working across painting, performance, video, film, sound, sculpture, and photography. Among them include artists previously featured in Artbound including Alonzo Davis, Patrick Martinez, Gabriela Ruiz, and Carl Cheng. It’s the perfect mix of art, music, and nightlife, bringing together artists, art lovers, and the city’s creative community for an unforgettable evening.
10899 Wilshire Blvd
A Hands-On Harvest at The Huntington
Get your hands dirty at the 2nd Annual Shōya House Rice Harvest at The Huntington. From seed to grain, discover the story of rice while joining the fun of bundling, tying, threshing, and winnowing alongside agricultural experts. Horticulture curator of Asian gardens Aaron Hughes will keep things lively with bite-sized talks throughout the afternoon, sharing the traditions and techniques behind the age-old practice of rice cultivation. This harvest promises a playful, hands-on adventure that connects you to the land and its history.
1151 Oxford Rd
A Vibrant Celebration of Indian Food and Culture
Spice up your weekend at the 1st Annual Indian Food Festival where the bold flavors of India meet the vibrant energy of Los Angeles. From sizzling Mumbai street eats to secret off-the-menu fusion delights, this open-air festival is a feast for every sense. Sunset Blvd transforms into the city’s largest Indian cultural celebration complete with DJs, international performers, and local artists bringing the beats and color of India to life. Come hungry and stay for an unforgettable celebration of Indian cuisine, culture, and community.
7225 West Sunset Blvd