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LACMA — Smidt Welcome Plaza, Miracle Mile, Koreatown & Mid-Wilshire

Jazz at Lacma

Bring a picnic to LACMA’s free Friday jazz series on Smidt Welcome Plaza.

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The combination of a museum plaza, live local jazz and a bring-your-own picnic makes this an easy gathering point for a Friday evening.

What to expect

An outdoor plaza concert; check the museum calendar for the lineup on your chosen Friday.

Good to know

  • Friday concerts are listed for 6–8pm.
  • No concert ticket is needed.
  • Picnics are welcome.
  • The venue is Smidt Welcome Plaza; check that Friday’s artist on LACMA’s calendar.

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Common questions

Is museum admission required for the concert?

The series is advertised as free and open to all, with no tickets needed.

Who is playing this Friday?

Artists rotate by date. Consult the event calendar linked from LACMA’s season announcement.