Stumblday's hand-checked ranking of the best things to do in Los Angeles on Friday night, Oct 9: 50 picks, refreshed weekly.
50 picks · checked Sep 21
Participating Pasadena cultural venues, Pasadena, Pasadena & San Gabriel ValleyPhotograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net). · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOne evening of free entry and performances at Pasadena museums, with free shuttles between them.
Participating Pasadena cultural venues, Pasadena, Pasadena & San Gabriel ValleyPhotograph by Mike Peel (www.mikepeel.net). · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOne evening of free entry and performances at Pasadena museums, with free shuttles between them.
Add to calendarOne night only: Ludovico Einaudi plays Walt Disney Concert Hall downtown.
One night only: Ludovico Einaudi plays Walt Disney Concert Hall downtown.
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Wilshire Ebell Theatre, Mid-Wilshire, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireLos Angeles · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsIra Glass tells a reported story; improvisers who have not heard it build scenes from it.
Wilshire Ebell Theatre, Mid-Wilshire, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireLos Angeles · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsIra Glass tells a reported story; improvisers who have not heard it build scenes from it.
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The Neighbourhood headline the Kia Forum for a single night of their Wourld Tour.
The Neighbourhood headline the Kia Forum for a single night of their Wourld Tour.
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Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood & West HollywoodChristian Dionne · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsThe Tony-winning Best Musical brings Ponyboy and the Greasers to the Pantages.
Hollywood Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood & West HollywoodChristian Dionne · Public domain · Wikimedia CommonsThe Tony-winning Best Musical brings Ponyboy and the Greasers to the Pantages.
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Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella, Orange CountySombr brings the You Are The Reason Tour to Honda Center in Orange County for one night.
Honda Center, 2695 E. Katella, Orange CountySombr brings the You Are The Reason Tour to Honda Center in Orange County for one night.
Add to calendarLos Horoscopos de Durango play a single night at the Peacock Theater downtown, Oct 9 at 8pm.
Los Horoscopos de Durango play a single night at the Peacock Theater downtown, Oct 9 at 8pm.
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LACMA — Smidt Welcome Plaza, Miracle Mile, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireGunnar Klack · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFree Friday-evening jazz behind Urban Light, no tickets needed and picnics welcome.
LACMA — Smidt Welcome Plaza, Miracle Mile, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireGunnar Klack · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsFree Friday-evening jazz behind Urban Light, no tickets needed and picnics welcome.
Add to calendarfor King & Country play the Greek Theatre for one night only.
Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood & West HollywoodCodera23 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOne Friday night only at the Hollywood Palladium, marking a decade since the album's release.
Hollywood Palladium, 6215 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood & West HollywoodCodera23 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsOne Friday night only at the Hollywood Palladium, marking a decade since the album's release.
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Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, Orange CountyThree days of puja, Bengali food, family activities and headline concerts in Costa Mesa.
Orange Coast College, Costa Mesa, Orange CountyThree days of puja, Bengali food, family activities and headline concerts in Costa Mesa.
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Historic Downtown Murrieta, Murrieta, Inland EmpireMore than 4,000 spectators gather for classic cars, vendors, food and music in downtown Murrieta.
Historic Downtown Murrieta, Murrieta, Inland EmpireMore than 4,000 spectators gather for classic cars, vendors, food and music in downtown Murrieta.
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South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, Costa Mesa, Orange CountySCR marks Sondheim’s 40th anniversary with a full new production and an ASL matinee.
South Coast Repertory, Segerstrom Stage, Costa Mesa, Orange CountySCR marks Sondheim’s 40th anniversary with a full new production and an ASL matinee.
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The Belasco Theater, Downtown Los Angeles, Downtown LA & Arts DistrictThirty-two punk bands play three stages to benefit immigrant families in Los Angeles.
The Belasco Theater, Downtown Los Angeles, Downtown LA & Arts DistrictThirty-two punk bands play three stages to benefit immigrant families in Los Angeles.
Add to calendarBlonde Redhead plays a one-night show at The Bellwether in downtown LA, Oct 9 at 8pm.
Blonde Redhead plays a one-night show at The Bellwether in downtown LA, Oct 9 at 8pm.
Add to calendarGabriel Iglesias headlines Palmdale Amphitheater in the Antelope Valley for one night only.
Gabriel Iglesias headlines Palmdale Amphitheater in the Antelope Valley for one night only.
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Ontario Improv, Ontario, Inland EmpireKountry Wayne has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Ontario Improv, Ontario, Inland Empire
The Marriott Burbank Convention Center & Hotel, Burbank, Studio City, Burbank & the ValleySon of Monsterpalooza 2026 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
The Marriott Burbank Convention Center & Hotel, Burbank, Studio City, Burbank & the ValleySon of Monsterpalooza 2026 has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
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The Canyon - Agoura Hills, Agoura Hills, Studio City, Burbank & the ValleyGrammy winner Thelma Houston headlines a soul night with LA Winter and Bill Grisolia.
The Canyon - Agoura Hills, Agoura Hills, Studio City, Burbank & the ValleyGrammy winner Thelma Houston headlines a soul night with LA Winter and Bill Grisolia.
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Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireThe Fog in 4K has enough weekend energy to earn a spot on the board.
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Koreatown & Mid-WilshireJonathan Van Ness does stand-up at the Grove of Anaheim for one night only, Oct 9 at 8pm.
Jonathan Van Ness does stand-up at the Grove of Anaheim for one night only, Oct 9 at 8pm.
Add to calendarDeer Tick plays the Teragram Ballroom downtown for one night only, Oct 9 at 7pm.
Deer Tick plays the Teragram Ballroom downtown for one night only, Oct 9 at 7pm.
Add to calendarJorge Medina brings the Legendario Tour to YouTube Theater for one night only.
Jorge Medina brings the Legendario Tour to YouTube Theater for one night only.
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