Los Angeles is buzzing with excitement as bowl concerts return, Pride celebrations are on deck, and a plethora of free events flood the city this weekend from June 6-8.
Among the highlights is the 55th Annual LA Pride Parade, which marks a significant milestone in LGBTQ+ history and culture.
Taking place this Sunday, the parade will weave its route along Hollywood Boulevard, Cahuenga Boulevard, Sunset Boulevard, and Highland Avenue, featuring over a hundred vibrant floats and attracting tens of thousands of spectators.
In addition to the parade, attendees can enjoy a Hollywood Boulevard street fair extending from Argyle to mid-Bronson Ave, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and celebration.
For those planning to attend, the parade kicks off at 11 a.m., and it is free to join.
To get there easily, the Los Angeles Metro offers convenient access with B or D Line services to the Hollywood/Highland or Highland/Vine stations.
This weekend isn’t just about Pride; there are numerous activities planned across the city.
**Late Night at Skirball: Dirty Dancing** is a top pick this Friday as the Santa Monica Mountains transform into a Catskills-inspired setting for a special after-hours celebration.
Participants can revel in the exhibition, “Away in the Catskills: Summers, Sour Cream, and Dirty Dancing” by Marisa J. Futernick, showcasing prints that capture the essence of freedom and family experiences in the Catskills.
The event includes food trucks, dance lessons, shuffleboard courts, and drag bingo.
General admission is priced at $18, promoting a lively and interactive evening.
**NHM First Fridays** also returns this month, emphasizing the experience of sound with an event titled AMPLIFIED.
This signature monthly series at the Natural History Museum runs from 5 to 10 p.m. on Friday and will feature DJ sets in the nature garden and pop-up sound experiences throughout the museum.
Tickets are available for $25, providing a unique blend of music and nature.
On the cultural exploration front, the **Santa Monica History Museum** is collaborating with the **Gabrielino-Tongva Springs Foundation** this Friday for a free event celebrating Indigenous heritage at the Kuruvungna Sacred Springs and Cultural Center.
Visitors can partake in a guided tour and explore the museum’s current exhibitions for free.
**First Fridays at MOCA Geffen** will also take place on Friday, featuring an in-gallery performance by Ashley Younniä from The Children of Sound as part of their dance floor residency program.
This event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. and is free, although advanced reservations are necessary to attend.
Frogtown will see its **First Fridays** return, featuring a celebration of Pride month with various art activations across participating venues adjacent to the L.A. River Path, including free or low-cost art activities, giveaways, and live music.
This lively event will run from 5 to 10 p.m. and is free for everyone.
The **Jazz at LACMA** series, offering free weekly concerts, brings the Jacques Lesure Organ Quartet to the Smidt Welcome Plaza starting at 6 p.m., enriching the Friday evening atmosphere.
In addition, LACMA is free for Los Angeles County residents with ID on weekdays after 3 p.m., making this concert a perfect opportunity.
For those interested in beauty, K-Beauty brand **MUSKAT** is hosting a pop-up this Friday in Melrose, spotlighting eight trendy Korean skincare and makeup lines with special discounts.
The pop-up, located at 8371 Melrose Avenue, will feature a live appearance by popular Korean beauty icon Risabae on June 6.
The first 50 customers each day will receive a welcome gift valued at $50.
The weekend continues with the **Hollywood Bowl Season Kickoff** featuring Hugh Jackman performing hits from his favorite shows on Saturday, followed by renowned hip-hop artists at the Roots Picnic on Sunday.
This marks the official opening of the Hollywood Bowl’s 2025 concert calendar, reaffirming that summer is here.
**Latin Sounds at LACMA** will feature a free performance by Las Guaracheras, a Latin Music sextet from Cali, Colombia, on Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m., offering attendees a taste of the lively Latin music scene.
The Petersen Automotive Museum is set to debut its latest exhibition titled **”Totally Awesome! Cars and Culture of the ’80s and ’90s”**, celebrating the iconic style and cultural impact of those decades.
With a variety of concept cars and interactive experiences on view through April 2026, guests can take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with museum admission priced at $21.
The **Carnival of the Cats**, hosted by the Tail Town Cat Café in Pasadena, offers a delightful day for families featuring 30-40 rescue cats and activities like cat bingo and cornhole.
This free event runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. but requires advanced reservations for timed slots.
Torrance will kick off its **Summer Nights** series this Saturday at Wilson Park with a free tribute concert by Britain’s Finest, a Beatles tribute act, running from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
**Last Remaining Seats**, an annual film screening series by the Los Angeles Conservancy, will present classic films at historic theaters this Saturday, beginning with a 2 p.m. screening of *The Freshmen* (1925) and an 8 p.m. showing of *Roman Holiday* (1953).
Tickets for this special experience start at $25.
This Saturday will also mark the return of the **Venice Pride Block Party**, a vibrant and inclusive event at Pacific Avenue and Windward Avenue celebrating the LGBTQ+ community with food trucks, DJs, and a queer marketplace from 4 to 11 p.m.
For those looking for more nightlife, Gaywatch will host a ticketed dance party at Baja Cantina from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
The 34th Annual **American Indian Arts Festival** at the Autry recognizes and honors the rich culture of Native American traditions through music, dance, workshops, and hands-on activities this Saturday and Sunday, enhancing cultural understanding.
Families can enjoy **Puppets in the Park** at Hollyhock House’s west lawn on Sunday, where Bob Baker Marionette Theater will perform two shows for free alongside art activities.
The **Out Block Party** on Sunday brings together GLAAD, Makeshift Muse, and DTLA Proud for a Pride-themed celebration with live music, drag shows, and unique vendors from noon to 7 p.m.
Lastly, the **Monrovia Music Fest**, free for all, will invite families to Library Park with a full day of live music, activities, and an artisan market on Sunday, celebrating community engagement.
This exciting weekend in Los Angeles is a perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to explore and participate in the vibrant cultural landscape that the city has to offer.
With so many free events to enjoy throughout Pride weekend, make the most of it and celebrate love, diversity, and community.
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