For this Thursday, Friday, October 10-11, 2024, we have a variety of art parties and events which also include a two-day food festival that kicks off Friday, and continues through Saturday. Plus there are some great live music acts performing on Friday evening in the City of Angels.
October 10-11, 2024 Art Parties and Events
Photo by Beth Dubber
Thursday, October 10, 2024
In Inglewood…IOS (Inglewood Open Studios) hosts its artist mixer at 1019 WEST and Beacon Arts Building. Join other artists as well as locals to talk and also enjoy refreshments while learning about the upcoming Art Walk! Art Mixer 5-7pm; 1019 WEST, 1019 Manchester Ave, Inglewood 90301; https://inglewoodopenstudios.org
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Mid Wilshire
TAG (The Artists Gallery) presents the opening reception for Collected Stories – five solo shows, featuring original work by both California-local and internationally based visual artists. Artists include: Mel Smothers, Lynette K. Henderson, Gina Leon-Gutierrez, Barbara Tevarotto, and Gianna Vargas. In addition TAG Artists Present Journey, The Adventure. Art Party: 6-9pm; TAG Gallery, 5458 Wilshire Blvd. LA, 90036; https://www.taggallery.net
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Boyle Heights
Pio Pico presents Golden Sunshine by Alex Stern. Like many artists he was inspired by the art of Ed Ruscha which drew him to Los Angeles. This is his first exhibition with the gallery. Art Party: 6-8pm; Pio Pico, 3311 E Pico Blvd, LA, 90023; https://piopico.us/
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Friday, October 11, 2024
In the Mid Wilshire area….As part of the Angel City Jazz Fest, Ofmaro Ruiz performs a FREE show at LACMA. The talented jazz pianist hails from Venezuela, and is known his versatility as well as virtuosity. Performance: 6pm; LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., LA; https://www.lacma.org
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Manhattan Beach
It’s the first night of the Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival. The two-night strolling festival kicks off tonight. The event features the top tastemakers as well as culinary and beverage connoisseurs. Enjoy amazing cuisine as well as cocktails, wine and beer.
Manhattan Beach Food Wine Media Event: Photo by Richard Bilow
Moreover, attendees can enjoy tastes from an all-star lineup of 50 top chefs and restaurants. CLICK HERE for more info, in addition to a full list of participating chefs; GA runs 7:00pm – 10:00pm; VIP begins at 6:00pm; Admission starts at $209.67 + fee for GA and $425 + fee for VIP; Manhattan Village, 3200 North Sepulveda Boulevard Manhattan Beach, 90266; https://www.manhattanbeachfoodandwine.com
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Glendale Junction
Last Projects hosts a closing art party for Nuestro Pueblo: LA Landscapes as well as a birthday celebration for Rachid Bouhamidi. In addition enjoy a performance by The Wicklow Men. Art Party: 7-10pm; Last Projects, 206 S Ave 20, LA, 90031; http://www.lastprojects.org
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Los Feliz
Live Nation and Nederlander Concerts present NIKI: BUZZ WORLD TOUR with Allison Ponthier and also THAT BAND HONEY at the Greek Theater. Singer-songwriter NIKI is currently on tour supporting her latest album Buzz. Doors: 6pm; Performance: 7:40pm; Admission ranges from $41-$103. The Greek Theatre, 2700 N Vermont Ave., LA, 90027; https://www.lagreektheatre.com
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Downtown
Get ready for a late show with Swedish rapper, singer Bladee. Performing at the Shrine LA tonight, he was first inspired by American hip hop, and has found his own distinct niche. Doors open: 9pm; Performance: 10pm; The shrine Auditorium, 665 W. Jefferson Blvd., LA, 90007; https://www.shrineauditorium.com/
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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
