LOS ANGELES, CA – As the summer season takes hold, Los Angeles prepares for a dynamic weekend spanning June 20th through June 22nd, 2025, offering residents and visitors a diverse array of cultural, musical, and community events. A comprehensive compilation by Secret Los Angeles highlights 28 notable activities scheduled across the metropolitan area, ensuring a vibrant atmosphere from downtown districts to coastal enclaves.
The weekend’s agenda is anchored by significant ongoing traditions and prominent annual gatherings, reflecting the city’s multifaceted character. These events cater to a wide spectrum of interests, ranging from large-scale festivals celebrating local commerce and culture to intimate evening performances and established cinematic experiences under the stars.
Juneteenth Commemorations Continue Across the City
A key focus of the weekend’s activities includes continued Juneteenth celebrations occurring throughout Los Angeles. Observed annually on June 19th, Juneteenth marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and has become a significant federal holiday. While the official day falls mid-week, many community events, cultural programs, and reflective gatherings extend into the weekend, providing opportunities for remembrance, education, and celebration across various neighborhoods. These ongoing events underscore the importance of this historical milestone and foster community engagement and dialogue.
Details on specific times and locations for the array of Juneteenth-related activities across the city are available through local community centers, cultural institutions, and municipal event listings, inviting broad participation in honoring this pivotal moment in American history.
Venice Fest Takes Over the Boardwalk on Saturday
One of the most anticipated events of the weekend is the Venice Fest, slated for Saturday, June 21st. This large-scale community celebration will transform the iconic Venice beachfront area from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. The festival is set to be a major draw, with organizers expecting an attendance exceeding 100,000 people throughout the day.
The Venice Fest serves as a showcase for local talent and enterprise. The event will feature a robust lineup of live music, providing a soundtrack to the coastal festivities. A diverse selection of food trucks will be present, offering a wide range of culinary options to attendees. Furthermore, the festival provides a significant platform for the local economy, featuring participation from over 300 local brands and artists. This extensive involvement highlights the vibrant creative and entrepreneurial spirit of the Venice community and the broader Los Angeles area, making the Venice Fest a central highlight of the weekend’s offerings.
Free Jazz Nights at LACMA Continue
For those seeking cultural enrichment in a more relaxed setting, the long-running and highly regarded free jazz nights at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) present a compelling option. These weekly performances are a staple of the Los Angeles cultural calendar, taking place every Friday evening at 6 p.m. The series runs for an extended period each year, from May through November, providing months of accessible musical programming.
The performances are held at the Smidt Welcome Plaza, offering an open-air setting for guests to enjoy world-class jazz performances against the backdrop of the museum’s architecture and surrounding urban landscape. The continuation of this series into late June provides a consistent source of high-quality cultural entertainment free of charge, embodying LACMA’s commitment to community access and engagement with the arts.
Cinespia’s Outdoor Cinema Series at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
Another unique and enduring Los Angeles tradition continuing this weekend is Cinespia’s outdoor cinema series. Held in the atmospheric and historically significant grounds of the Hollywood Forever Cemetery, this series offers a distinct movie-going experience under the night sky. Cinespia has been a popular summer activity for over two decades, renowned for screening classic and contemporary films in a memorable setting.
The series commenced its 24th season on May 24, 2025, indicating its status as a firmly established event in the city’s summer programming. Attending a Cinespia screening provides not just a film viewing but a cultural experience, often including pre-show entertainment and picnicking opportunities on the cemetery’s spacious lawn. Its inclusion in the weekend’s activities underscores the variety of entertainment options available, blending leisure with the unique history and character of Hollywood.
A Weekend of Variety and Engagement
The concentration of 28 distinct activities, as compiled by Secret Los Angeles, underscores the breadth of experiences available throughout Los Angeles this weekend. From major festivals like the Venice Fest drawing large crowds to established cultural events like LACMA’s jazz series and Cinespia’s outdoor movies, the city’s calendar reflects a dynamic urban environment. These events not only provide entertainment but also serve as vital opportunities for community gathering, support for local businesses and artists, and engagement with cultural history and artistic expression.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to explore the full listing of 28 activities to tailor their weekend plans, taking advantage of the diverse offerings that define the Los Angeles experience from June 20th to June 22nd, 2025.
