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Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival

Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival

Old LA Zoo Picnic Area 4801 Griffith Park Dr., Los Angeles

Independent Shakespeare Co. presents “Coriolanus” June 24–July 26 and “The Comedy of Errors” Aug. 5–Sept. 6 for this season’s Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival, held near the old Zoo picnic area Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Arrive early July 12 and Aug. 22 for a special pre-show family workshop with Players in the Park. Other special […]

Free
Thomas Dambo Trolls

Trolls: A Field Study

South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Estates

Danish artist Thomas Dambo's giant trolls return to South Coast Botanic Garden for a new whimsical installation. Find all 12 trolls tucked away in various corners of the Garden's 87 acres. General admission includes Thomas Dambo's TROLLS: A Field Study. For an additional ticket (ranging $12 - $33) sign up for Troll Treks, a 40-minute […]

$12 – $33
Butterfly Pavilion

Butterfly Pavilion

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles

Walk among beautiful butterflies in NHM's seasonal Butterfly Pavilion. This outdoor exhibition features hundreds of butterflies, colorful native plants, and plenty of natural light to help you see these creatures shimmer. With lots of flight space and a variety of resting spots, come get one of the best views in Los Angeles of these amazing […]

Marina del Rey Hotel Pool Party

Sunday Funday Pool Party

Sunday Funday Pool Party
Marina del Rey Hotel 13534 Bali Way, Marina Del Rey

Sunday Funday returns to Marina del Rey Hotel this summer, a family-friendly pool party experience happening Sunday afternoons through Sept. 6. Enjoy a poolside afternoon with the family enjoying live DJs, BBQ, drink specials and waterfront views. Photo credit Marina del Rey Hotel  

$23.82 – $55.62

RiverFest

RiverFest

Los Angeles State Historic Park 1245 N. Spring St., Los Angeles

Friends of the Los Angeles River hosts its 5th annual RiverFest, a free arts and community festival celebrating the culture, history and people that shape the L.A. River. The family-friendly event will have live performances, interactive eco-activities for all ages, food trucks, marketplace featuring local artisans and booths from community partners.