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228 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Los Angeles, California

Updated November 7, 2022

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Originally named “Venice of America,” Venice, California, owes its existence to a wealthy developer’s dream of a canal-laden resort town west of Los Angeles. The dream didn’t last long: After opening in 1905, the city went broke before joining Los Angeles in 1926. The decades of neglect that followed earned Venice the nickname “the slum by the sea,” but its affordability also attracted artists, beginning with the Beats in the late ’50s. Venice’s identity as a rough-around-the-edges artist haven endures more than 60 years later, though its affordability less so. If you’re looking to plot a trek across Los Angeles pavement and beaches, zero in on Venice with a run that oscillates between fast-and-furious and slow-and-curious. Take on this 5.2-mile run in one go, break it up into multiple runs, or do it in reverse. With the right running shoes, you’ll be ready to navigate Venice’s storied past and its eternally eccentric personality.

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Your (Un)Natural Garden

Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge, CA

The Sturt Haaga Gallery at Descanso Gardens presents artist Adam Schwerner’s immersive work in “Your (Un)Natural Garden.” Visitors are invited to experience nine large-scale multimedia...

04/16/2022 - 01/08/2023: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Babies!

Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA

Experience the heartwarming joy of baby animals like fuzzy sea otters, tiny cuttlefish that change color, miniature sea jellies, and baby sharks through the new...

05/27/2022 - 04/30/2023: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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foaSOUTH Off-Site Exhibit: People & Places

Active Culture, Laguna Beach, CA

Festival of Arts Continues 90th Anniversary Celebration with the debut of foaSOUTH Off-Site Exhibit: People & Places, a diverse range of artwork from the Festival...

10/24/2022 - 01/15/2023: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Ice at Santa Monica

Downtown Santa Monica, Santa Monica, CA

After a two-year hiatus, the Ice at Santa Monica skating rink returns to Winterlit, Downtown Santa Monica’s holiday celebration. From Nov. 11 through Jan. 16,...

11/11/2022 - 01/16/2023: 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Lightscape

Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, Arcadia, CA

Internationally acclaimed Lightscape will return to the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. The after-dark, illuminated trail will span one mile and feature spectacular...

11/11/2022 - 01/08/2023: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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Milpa Music Festival

The Ecology Center, San Juan Capistrano, CA

Celebrate the harvest season with this two day music fest featuring local bands, local food and family-friendly activities at The Ecology Center’s Regenerative Organic Farm.

11/12/2022 - 11/13/2022: All Day

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Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails!

Discovery Cube LA, Sylmar, CA

Explore and interact with the familiar faces and iconic locations from the popular Mattel series, "Thomas & Friends." Designed for ages 2-7. Sept. 24 through...

11/12/2022: All Day

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Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience

Magic Box LA, Los Angeles, CA

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience takes visitors back in time, 3,000 years ago, and into the world of Tutankamun. The multi-gallery, narrative-led...

11/12/2022: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Fall Games

Fountain Valley Recreation Center & Sports Park, Fountain Valley, CA

800 Special Olympics Southern California athletes reach for the gold while competing in golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and volleyball at the 2022 Fall Games.

11/12/2022 - 11/13/2022: 9:00 am - 3:15 pm

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Torrance Craftsmen's Guild 53rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Faire

Torrance Cultural Arts Center, Torrance, CA

Join the Torrance Craftsmen's Guild for their 53nd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Faire, featuring door prize, drawing, music, refreshments and handmade crafts from local...

11/12/2022 - 11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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The Mummy @ Electric Dusk Drive-In

Electric Dusk Drive-In, Glendale, CA

LA's longest running Pop-Up Drive-In, Electric Dusk Drive-In presents "The Mummy."

11/12/2022: 9:00 pm

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Thomas & Friends: Explore the Rails!

Discovery Cube LA, Sylmar, CA

Explore and interact with the familiar faces and iconic locations from the popular Mattel series, "Thomas & Friends." Designed for ages 2-7. Sept. 24 through...

11/13/2022: All Day

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Sandy Sprint California

Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA

Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundations hosts this 5K walk/run, including a survivor ceremony and photo and musical performances.

11/13/2022: 8:00 am - 11:00 am

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Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience

Magic Box LA, Los Angeles, CA

National Geographic’s Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience takes visitors back in time, 3,000 years ago, and into the world of Tutankamun. The multi-gallery, narrative-led...

11/13/2022: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Early Discoveries Nature Club

Parent & Me (caregivers welcome) weekly nature club meets around the L.A. area for stories, walks, art and fun on Thursday mornings Sept. 15 through...

11/13/2022: 9:30 am - 11:30 am

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Spider Pavillion

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

Get a glimpse into the secret life of spiders at Natural History Museum’s seasonal Spider Pavilion. Stroll through the open-air pavilion to see hundreds of...

11/13/2022: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

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A Real Boy: The Many Lives of Pinocchio

Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA

An exhibition designed to engage visitors of all ages, a journey into the many incarnations of a beloved character, on display toys, books and costumes....

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Bob Baker Marionette Theater: 60 Years of Joy & Wonder

Forest Lawn Museum, Glendale, CA

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Bob Baker Marionette Theater through this retrospective exhibition, featuring almost 100 artifacts, including hand-crafted marionettes, original concept art, archival art...

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Fun at the Farm

Kindred Spirits Care Farm, Chatsworth, CA

Join Kindred Spirits Care Farm on Sundays to play with alpacas, pigs, goats, sheep, horses, emus and many other animals living on their 7-acre ranch.

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Saturday STEM Club

Discovery Cube Los Angeles, Sylmar, CA

Children (grades 3-5) are invited to play and learn all about coding, programming robots and games. Fall themes include Boo-tacular Bots and Cookie Cutter coding.

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Sticker Planet 30th Anniversary

Sticker Planet, Los Angeles, California

Join Sticker Planet in celebrating their 30th anniversary with free DIY door hanger days for kids every Saturday through the end of 2022. Children ages...

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Waterwise Community Festival

California Botanic Garden, Claremont, CA

Learn and play at California Botanic Garden and Sustainable Claremont's free Waterwise Community Festival, featuring exhibitor booths, mini-workshops, family-friendly story time and craft stations, food...

11/13/2022: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Códice Maya de México: Accordion Book Workshop

Getty Center, Los Angeles, CA

Celebrate the oldest book of the Americas by creating your own accordion-style manuscript inspired by the Códice Maya de México.

11/13/2022: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Family Flicks: Wizard of Oz

Billy Wilder Theater, Los Angeles, CA

UCLA Film & Television Archive and Family Flicks Film Series presents free matinee screenings for families and film buffs. "Wizard of Oz" is recommended for...

11/13/2022: 11:00 am

What should I do for a day in LA?

One Day in L.A.: The 10 Best Things to Do in a Single Day.
Hike to the Hollywood Sign..
Visit Griffith Observatory..
Walk the Hollywood Walk of Fame..
Roll Down Sunset Boulevard..
Lunch at In n Out Burger..
Explore Getty Center..
Stroll on Santa Monica Pier..
Sunset at Venice Beach..

Where can I find cool events in Los Angeles?

The News Sites With L.A. Event Pages.
L.A. Times. http://www.latimes.com/about/la-events-listings-htmlstory.html..
L.A. Weekly. http://www.laweekly.com/calendar/.
LAist. http://laist.com/tags/events..
EventBrite. http://www.eventbrite.com/directory/California/Los+Angeles..
TimeoutLA..

How can I have fun in Los Angeles?

72 Best & Fun Things To Do In Los Angeles (California).
The Getty Center. Ken Wolter / Shutterstock. ... .
Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Michael Gordon / Shutterstock. ... .
Hollywood Bowl. Joseph Sohm / Shutterstock. ... .
4. Walt Disney Concert Hall. ... .
The Broad. ... .
TCL Chinese Theatre. ... .
Angeles National Forest. ... .
Universal Studios Hollywood..

What is the most visited place in LA?

1 – Universal Studios Hollywood By far one of the most popular tourist attractions in the City of Angels, Universal Studios Hollywood lets everyone experience the action and glamour of the movies. For all of you aspiring magic-makers, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter offers tons of thrills and enchanting encounters.