Wow…Sunday April 27, 2025 offers arts of all kinds in the City of Angels. It is also the final day of several weekend fairs such as the L.A. Times Festival of Books, The Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair, and also Parallax Art Fair Los Angeles. In addition, there’s a food fest, live music and theatre too.
April 27, 2025 Arts of all Kinds
The 2025 L.A. Times Festival of Books hosts its final day and event. Taking place on the USC campus, it is the country’s largest literary festival. Explore this year’s indoor and outdoor events including over 200 author and celebrity panels, book signings, exhibitor booths, food and cooking demos, bilingual programming and more.
Special guest award-winning writer, activist and Book Prizes Innovator’s Award recipient Amanda Gorman is scheduled to be part of The L.A. Times Festival of Books. She will discuss her latest release, Girls on the Rise. As always admission is FREE. Visit the website for more info as well as a full schedule; Event: 10-5pm; USC Campus, 3551 Trousdale Parkway, LA, 90089; https://events.latimes.com/festivalofbooks
————————————————————————
In Pasadena…It’s the second and final day of the Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair. Featuring over 200 artists, enjoy a day in Central Park in Old Pasadena. Perfect for families, kids can partake in art classes, face-painting and more. Plus Jackalope fair highlight Ricky and Song, is back for an interactive kids music experience. This year the fair will also be hosting an open mic event from 4pm -5pm each day for any local musician interested in taking the stage. Moreover all types of food will be available for sale at the event.
Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair; courtesy of Jackalope;
Basket Raffle Supporting Fire Relief: Purchase a $5 raffle ticket online or onsite for a chance to take home an awesome gift basket full of artisan goodies. Proceeds will benefit Jackalope Gives, and specifically the artists from the Jackalope community who lost their homes in the devastating fire. Event: 10am-5pm; Pasadena Central Park, 275 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, 91105; https://www.jackalopeartfair.com
————————————————————————
Downtown
Today’s Smorgasburg Los Angeles features ice cream pop-ups and also smorg resident cool treat vendors. It is a popular weekly culinary adventure at Row DTLA every Sunday. Additionally this lively open-air market features an array of local food vendors as well as a family-friendly beer garden. Be aware no dogs are permitted. Event: 10am to 4pm; Row DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St. LA, 90021; https://la.smorgasburg.com/
————————————————————————
It’s the final day of Parallax Art Fair Los Angeles. Originating in London in 2010, it was established as a ‘radical’ fair.
Screenshot
However it still maintains traditional approaches to thinking about objects. Parallax is a conceptual work as a whole in addition to being an art fair. Attendees can purchase work directly from the artist. For example Linda Sue Price is an incredibly talented neon artist, and she is participating in this year’s event. Art Fair Entry Times: 12pm-6pm; Parallax Art Fair at Honeypot LA, 212 W 12th St, LA; https://www.hnyptla.com https://www.parallaxaf.com
————————————————————————
West Hollywood
7811 Gallery announces an intimate Artist Talk celebrating Dorothy Rice, the late model, actor, and artist, whose life and work continue to inspire. An esteemed panel will delve into the rich legacy of this multifaceted artist. Art Talk: 2-4pm; 7811 Gallery, 7811 Melrose Ave, LA, 90046; https://www.7811gallery.com
————————————————————————
LA Theatre
In Hollywood…The School of Night presents the World Premiere of Hellas, written and directed by Christopher William Johnson at the Broadwater Mainstage. Tonight’s performance is 5 hours. It features parts 1 & II (with three intermissions). The story is split into two parts while encompassing the evolution of societal structures, revenge along with unlikely alliances, and an emerging system of justice.
Read more on the Hellas at the Broadwater Mainstage Feature. Tickets range from $25 – $30; $5 off for students with ID. Group discounts available. Visit the website for more info or see link to make reservations: https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/school-of-night/hellas
Performance 2-7pm (Parts 1 & II along with three intermissions); The Broadwater Mainstage, 1076 Lillian Way, LA, 90038; https://www.thebroadwaterla.com
————————————————————————
Downtown…Murmurs brings us L.A. Stories, a reading and fire relief fundraiser presented by Tierney Finster. Join us on Sunday, April 27th at 2 p.m. for a series of readings celebrating life in L.A. Featured readers include Wendy C. Ortiz, Anna Dorn, Jasmine Johnson, Alicia Novella Vasquez, Heather Jewett, Tasbeeh Herwees, Taleen Kali, Clement Goldberg, and Marcel Alcalá. Stick around for a DJ set from Niko the Ikon immediately following the program.
Tickets are available at a sliding scale of $5-$55 via the link above. 100% of all ticket proceeds will go to the nonprofit Altadena Girls and their ongoing restoration and rehabilitation projects. Please reserve ASAP. The gallery will also have a few complimentary tickets available for those directly impacted by the L.A. wildfires. Email gabrielledatau@murmurs.la for more info. Event: 2-6pm; Murmurs, 1411 Newton St. LA 90021, https://murmurs.la
————————————————————————
Mid City
The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene, and stay late for its Sunday residency. Be sure to check the Mint’s calendar for up-to-date info as well as guest performers/musicians. Furthermore, Musicians who want to jam will get in free with an instrument after 9pm (one drink minimum). For table reservations, please email themintdinnerreservations@gmail.com Doors open: 7pm; Enjoy the jam with special guests; Sam Hirsh Trio: 9:30pm; Ticket prices vary depending on entry time; Visit the website for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.
————————————————————————
For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
Read more about Arts and Entertainment throughout the world on our sister site EatTravelGo.com, an art inspired travel site.
Or enjoy interviews with artists and gallery owners on our Art Talk Page also on ETG.
