Now that school’s almost out, everyone’s making plans for the summer! For those who are too broke to travel far, here are some cool things you can do in Los Angeles:
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626 Night Market (June 30-September 2)
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Located in Santa Anita Park and Orange County (OC Night Market), this place lights up the night, not ending until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays (12am on Sundays). The market is filled with Asian street food, live music, artists, films, and so much more! There is always something new to discover, so come hungry for adventure—food adventure!
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Rooftop Film Club (until June 30)
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Ever wonder what it would be like to watch a movie on a rooftop? Find out at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre in Hollywood, or at LEVEL in Downtown L.A. Reserve some tickets and curl up with a blanket on your individual lawn chair provided by the theatre. Tickets cost $19-35 for this amazing experience!
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Anime Expo (July 1-4)
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Anime lovers will spent their Fourth of July weekend at the Los Angeles Convention Center, where they celebrate the culture of anime. Dress up as your favorite character (or not), learn about upcoming games or shows, and explore the wonderful world of anime. Famous stars and artists in the anime world come to speak and meet the fans as well! There is also a section of the convention made especially for gamers, so get your geek on!
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Fourth of July Block Party
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Join others at Grand Park to watch the fireworks in Downtown L.A.—for free! There will be food trucks, live music, and more. Bring your family and friends (and yes, pets are allowed), and join fellow Angelenos in celebrating America’s independence.
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Harry Potter in Concert (July 6-8)
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For all you Harry Potter fans: this one’s for you! Come to the Hollywood Bowl and watch Harry Potter 2 and 3 while the LA Philharmonic performs the music LIVE! The Hollywood Bowl is a great place to watch a movie, and the live music makes the experience extra magical!
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D23 Expo (July 14-16)
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This year is a special year for Disneyland enthusiasts, because the D23 Expo is coming to the Anaheim Convention Center! This event is a little expensive, but you get an all access behind the scenes look at upcoming films and updates for the theme parks! Enjoy the magic as you explore the future of Disney.
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Lotus Festival (July 15-16)
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Enjoy the fresh smell of blooming lotus flowers at Echo Park Lake while celebrating the contributions of the Asian-American community to Los Angeles. There will be plenty of cultural food, dragon boat races, and full fields of beautiful lotus flowers in a spot of nature near the city.
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FYFest (July 21-23)
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Attend a Coachella-like music festival without the desert environment—FYFest has headliners like Missy Elliott, Frank Ocean, Nine Inch Nails, Iggy Pop, Solange, Anderson .Paak, Kehlani, and many more! This festival costs $130 for a single day, and $340 for the whole weekend, so you better save up to see this amazing lineup at Exposition Park near USC!
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US Open of Surfing (ends July 31)
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Be a spectator at the largest surfing competition in the nation! Enjoy the sports expo, live music, and food as you cheer on the surfers and party with the locals!
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Hard Summer (August 5-6)
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Yet another music festival that occurs every summer, Hard focuses more on EDM, dance music, and hip hop artists! This year’s lineup includes: DJ Snake, Justice, Rae Sremmurd, Zeds Dead, Migos, and a special set from Snoop Dog!
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Hamilton (August 11-December 29)
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You should probably get tickets for this musical—two months ago! Hamilton is Broadway’s hottest new musical, and it’s finally coming to L.A.! This modernized hip-hop musical makes history fun, so get your tickets now before they sell out!
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Museum of Ice Cream (ends August 21)
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This pop-up museum fuels your ice cream obsession. The Museum of Ice Cream is filled with exhibits dedicated to different kinds of desserts: enlarged popsicle sculptures, huge gummy bears, a pool filled with sprinkles (yes, you can jump in), a room with bananas hanging from the ceiling, and so much more. Don’t forget to try their signature ice cream treats before leaving! Book your tickets at the museum website now!
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Movies on the Beach (ends August 30)
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Watch free movies on a giant inflatable screen on the beach! Grab some chairs and pack a picnic as you head to Long Beach for this experience—be sure to check out Alfredo’s Beach Club website for showtimes!
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Butterfly Exhibit (ends September 4)
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Visit the Butterfly Exhibit at the Natural History Museum and learn all about these flying insects. Experience a multitude of butterfly kisses as they land on your arms or shoulders. Afterwards, you can spend the rest of the day exploring the rest of the museum!
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LA Zoo at Night (ends September 16)
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Adults can unleash their inner kid during these special night hours at the L.A. Zoo! Encounter all kinds of animals and learn more about them from the pop-up zookeeper talks. Live music, dancing, local food trucks and a full bar awaits you as you party with the animals. For 18+ only.
Have a great, well-planned summer!