Sunday, June 21, 2026 Art Parties & Events close out a busy weekend of happenings in LA. Plus it’s Father’s Day….we have listed several fun things to do with DAD today. Be sure to check out our sister site EatTravelGo.com for Father Day Dining options.
June 21, 2026 Art Parties & Events
Celebrate Father’s Day at Smorgasburg Los Angeles 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/
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Anther fun thing to do with Dad is take him to the 31st annual Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance. Attendees will enjoy both classic and modern ‘trophy’ cars such as rare hypercars, vintage classics, coachbuilt icons. The vehicles coming from around the world will be all lined up on Rodeo Drive. The 2026 Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance honors America’s 250th anniversary during the Rodeo Drive Committee’s 50th year. Event: 10am-4pm; Rodeo Drive (between Wilshire Boulevard and South Santa Monica Boulevard) Beverly Hills, 90210; https://www.rodeodrive-bh.com/
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Downtown...Hospital of Emotions recently opened inside a former wing of St. Vincent Medical Center. Presented by House of Art and Dreams, ROYVA Group, and also St. Vincent Behavioral Health Campus, it transformed one of Los Angeles’ most historic hospital sites into a fully immersive, large-scale art experience.
Read more about it on the Hospital of Emotions Feature. Admission starts at $55 with discounts available for children, students, seniors and veterans; Hours: 10am-8pm; Hospital of Emotions, 2131 W 3rd St, LA, 90057; www.hospitalofemotions.com
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Father’s Day is a great time to climb aboard the Battleship USS IOWA with a traditional “Steel Beach” Barbecue. In addition to tours, attendees can enjoy live music, games, and of course waterfront views. Find out more about the museum on ETG’s Battleship USS IOWA article. Just head to our sister site EatTravelGo.com; Event: 12-3pm; Battleship USS IOWA, 250 S. Harbor Blvd, San Pedro; https://pacificbattleship.com/
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LA Theatre
Also downtown…Primary Trust continues its run through June 28, 2026 at the Mark Taper Forum. Written by Eboni Booth and directed by Knud Adams, it is the winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Primary Trust tells the story of a small town book store worker who is suddenly fired. While having to start over, he finds his life is completely changed by the kindness of others. Performances: 1pm and 7pm; Admission starts at $40.25; Visit the website for additional info, and to purchase tickets; Mark Taper Forum, 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles CA 90012; http://CenterTheatreGroup.org
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Downtown…LA Opera celebrates the first night of Mozart’s The Magic Flute at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. This is the its 40th anniversary season as well as Music Director James Conlon’s 20th and final season. Director Barrie Kosky created the production alongside the British theater collective 1927.
Soprano Sydney Mancasola performs as Pamina in addition to Tenor Miles Mykkanen who portrays Tamino, and baritone Kyle Miller appears as Papageno. Soprano Aigul Khismatullina takes on the role of Queen of the Night, and bass Kwangchul Youn portrays Sarastro. Several emerging artists from LA Opera’s Domingo-Colburn-Stein Young Artist Program also join the cast. Enjoy select dates through June 21, 2026; Read the LA Opera Magic Flute Feature. Visit the website for info, and to purchase tickets starting at $49; Performance: 2pm; Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, 135 North Grand Avenue, LA 90012; LAOpera.org
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Studio City
Act Your Age! continues its runs at Two Roads Theatre in the valley. Written by Art Shulman, and directed by Stan Mazin, the world premier comedy/dramais presented by Borough Park Productions, the plot deals with aging. The main character Jake is in denial since he was once the star player of the neighborhood basketball game each weekend. He is once again reminded of his age when attempts to keep up with younger players. Plus he is about to become a grandfather. Performance 3pm; Admission $30 with discounts for seniors, students and groups. Purchase tickets HERE; Two Roads Theatre, 4348 Tujunga Ave., Studio City, 91604; https://www.lifebookacting.com/tworoadstheater/
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After The Applause, a show shaped by the stories, traces, and objects that remain once the scene has gone quiet, brings together artists and designers from Mexico as well as Los Angeles. LA’s cinematic mythology as well as the Anthony Quinn mural visible from the gallery have influenced the exhibition. Therefore creating a one-of-a-kind exhibition. Artists include: : Angela Damman, Christian Anson, Christina Pierson, Corina Gamma, Erik Orsea, Ernesto Azcarate, Genaro Hoepfner, James Naish, Jason Mizrahi, Kasper Kovitz, Marly Beyer, Merrick Morton, Sona Gervyokian, Trine Churchill, Valerie Wilcox; Runs through June 28, 2026; Art Party: 4-8pm; RSVP for Opening at info@alratittostudio.com; Bradbury Building, 304 South Broadway, Suite 1-220, Los Angeles, CA 90013; Ground floor entrance on 3rd St.; ALRATITOstudio.com
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Sundays at the Mint
In Mid City…The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene.
But 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). I love that!! For table reservations, please email themintdinnerreservations@gmail.com Doors open: 7pm; Enjoy the jam with special guests at 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.com
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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
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Or enjoy artist / gallerist interviews on our Art Talk Page also on ETG.
