It’s almost Hallo-weekend and we’ve got a list of thrilling things to do in and around town. Here are some spooky (and not-so-spooky) options to fill your weekend with:
Guillermo Del Toro: At Home with Monsters August 1-November 22, 2016
In conjunction with the holiday, we recommend the Guillermo Del Toro: At Home with Monsters exhibition currently on view at LACMA to fulfill your monster hunting quota for the weekend.
Mexican born director Guillermo Del Toro (of Crimson Peak, Pacific Rim, & Hellboy fame) has his first museum retrospective displaying his vast collection of media (paintings, drawings, sculptures, personal notebooks, and much more) that illustrate his interest in the fantasy worlds he’s famous for creating on the big screen. On Madison saw the exhibit a few weeks ago; see above for a sneak peek of what you can expect.
Grand Ave Arts Saturday, October 29, 2016 (10am-5pm)
If monsters don’t interest you, there’s an amazing full day of free arts activities happening this weekend on Grand Ave. The second annual Grand Ave Arts event will grant locals and visitors free access to Downtown Los Angeles’ thriving art institutions. Participants will have special events and activities going on throughout the day as well as free performances, behind-the-scenes tours, family activities and food trucks. Event and participant information here. Complete list of festivities here.
Los Angeles Downtown Modernism Saturday October 30, 2016 (8am-2pm)
For all the Modernism lovers out there, we’re ecstatic for the Modernism tent sale taking place Saturday. Hosted at the Modernica factory on Saco Street in Downtown Los Angeles, the sale will feature 80+ of the best vintage Midcentury Modern dealers throughout California. You’ll even be able to tour the factory and see how those famous fiberglass chairs are made. Bring the whole family: dogs are welcome, and there will be gourmet food trucks, coffee, and pastries available. Admission is $8. See updates via their Facebook page here.