SoCal Culture Pulse

• Route 66 caravan kicks off Saturday from Santa Monica with 70 drivers heading 2,448 miles to Chicago in classic cars.
• Vehicles range from Model...

Santa Monica offers two distinct family-friendly cultural events this Sunday, June 7.

• Pops nostalgia: SMC Wind Ensemble performs "6-7" concert...

WeHo Pride runs June 5-7, 2026, with the Outloud Music Festival launching Friday night at West Hollywood Park.

• Catch the vibe: Festival highlights from KTLA's coverage
• Sunday plans: Get ready for the annual parade
• Watch live: Stream it all on KTLA

Discover timeless ragtime at Half Off Books in Fullerton, where the Orange County Ragtime Society performs free monthly shows featuring classics like...

Eastside events this weekend blend Native artistry and Chicano culture for a vibrant cultural immersion.

• American Indian Arts Marketplace at The...

The longtime El Torito on MacArthur Boulevard has closed, ending decades of service as a community hub for family celebrations, Sunday brunches, and...

Santa Monica Pier teams up with Chicago's Navy Pier for a unique coast-to-coast 'Pier to Pier' event celebrating Route 66's 100th anniversary on June...

Soundpedro returns to Angels Gate Cultural Center for its 10th year this Saturday, showcasing dozens of artists creating everything from serene pieces...

Pride Weekend Events

• 🔥 WeHo Pride 2026: WeHo Pride returns this weekend with the annual parade on Sunday along Santa Monica Boulevard, street...

• Festival kickoff: Outloud Music Festival opens Friday with dozens of performers like the Pussycat Dolls, drawing first-timers who call the vibe...

Descanso Gardens fuses life-size dinosaur sculptures crafted from natural materials by Applied Imagination with its popular miniature railroad,...

This first June weekend brings Pride Month energy plus diverse arts and sports options across LA.

• WeHo Pride runs Sat-Sun on Santa Monica Blvd with...

• Upland Lemon Festival kicks off today, honoring 1906 citrus heritage with food, bands, and vendors.
• Expect ~100k visitors over three days enjoying...

The Claremont Art Walk returns Saturday, June 6, from 5 to 8 p.m. across village venues.

• Benton Museum showcases three exhibitions including...

70 artists have transformed the historic St. Vincent Medical Center into the Hospital of Emotions, converting 80 rooms into installations across...

Two live tours offered distinct ways to explore Downtown LA's creative scene on June 4.

• Bike Ride Tour: Cyclists cruised murals, sculptures, hidden...

• CAKE PICNIC brings 800 homemade cakes to Tongva Park with morning and afternoon sessions where bakers trade slices
• Walk for Peace covers 12 miles...

Festival Announcements

• 🔥 Just Like Heaven: The Strokes and LCD Soundsystem will lead the indie rock and dance festival on August 22 at...

SoCal families: La Brea Tar Pits hosts STEAM Family Day, a one-day outdoor/indoor event where youth ages 8–18 dive into STEAM activities, meet STEM professionals, and explore future opportunities. Perfect cultural outing!

• March 17, 2026 meeting now on YouTube
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  Perfect for Culver City arts fans prepping for events like the book festival.