Sunday, October 18, 2026 Art Parties & Events closes another busy weekend with a bang. Santa Monica Auctions hosts its Fall event, plus there are some fantastic openings at the Brick and Studio 37. Also enjoy closing reception too at Matter Studio. Moreover if you love music, you will not want to miss Musician/Singer/Songwriter Cory Henry. The Grammy winner has residency at the Blue Note LA. I absolutely love him, and have attended Gospel Brunch Experience previously – it’s fantastic.
October 18 2026 Art Parties & Events
Smorgasburg LA
Downtown…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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SANTA MONICA AUCTIONS (A5) holds its Fall Auction. Take home artworks from iconic artists Keith Haring, Marc Chagall, and David Hockney, in addition to many other Californian and international masters. Event: 12pm; SANTA MONICA AUCTIONS, A5, Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Ave, Santa Monica, 90404; https://www.smauctions.com/
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Hollywood
Five-time GRAMMY-winning keyboardist, producer, and songwriter Cory Henry and his Gospel Brunch Experience Residency is now at The Blue Note LA. Henry will be performing material off of his brand new album Devotion that features Stevie Wonder, Fred Hammond, Hezekiah Walker, Jonathan McReynolds, Lena Byrd Miles, Lillian Lloyd, Aaron Marcellus, and Jeff Bradshaw.
Cory Henry
This residency is the first-ever brunch series Blue Note LA has hosted. Moreover, the venue will be serving an exceptional brunch menu with food and specialty drinks created for this performance.
Two Shows at 11:30am and 1:30pm; Blue Note Los Angeles, 6372 W Sunset Blvd, LA, 90028; https://www.bluenotejazz.com/la/
Find out more about Cory on his website – https://coryhenry.com/
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East Los Angeles
The Brick presents Todd Gray: Church and State. The solo show includes three works, including two new mural-scale pieces. Church and State spotlights Gray’s personal and professional life as a young Black man growing up in post-war LA.
Event: 2-5pm; The Brick, 518 N. Western Ave. LA, 90004; https://the-brick.org
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Pico Robertson area
Studio 37 hosts the closing reception of Under the Armor by Yasaman Farmanara. Moreover the closing will feature an afternoon tea as well at 3pm. This is the artist’s first solo show with the gallery. While featuring the softer side that we all hide under our armor, it showcases paintings, drawings, and also bronze sculpture. Closing Art Party: 3-5pm; studio 37, 1537 S La Cienega Blvd, LA, 90035; https://www.studio37la.com
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Mid City
Matter Studio Gallery throws a closing art party for Memory by Deena Capparelli. The artist utilizes recycled materials such as discarded plexiglass as well as other items to create her art.
Closing Art Party: 4-6 pm; Matter Studio Gallery, 5080 W. Pico Blvd., LA, 90019; https://matterstudiogallery.com/
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Beverly/Fairfax area
Craft in America brings us a concert featuring Aperture Duo and Friends. Tonight’s show spotlights Mona Tian, on violin, as well as Mia Barcia Colombo on cello who will join the duo. Be sure to visit the exhibitions currently on view at the center. Performance: 6-7pm; Please email rsvp@craftinamerica.org to attend; Craft in America, 8415 W. Third St. LA, 90048; https://craftinamerica.org
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Westwood
The Nimoy Theater hosts it’s second and final performance of Victoria Marks, A Deer Walks into a Dance. Presented by CAP UCLA, the world premiere opened yesterday and features the award-winning choreographer Victoria Marks.
courtesy of CAP UCLA
Performers include: Rian Alcid, Maya Billig, Karen Chuang, and also Aaron Mason. Find out more about this show on the Victoria Marks A Deer Walks into a Dance Feature; Performance: 8pm; The Nimoy Theater, 1262 Westwood Boulevard, LA, 90024; https://cap.ucla.edu
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Hollywood Hills/Cahuenga Pass
Theatre West debuts the World Premiere of The Feel Good Story America Needs Right Now. Written by Mark Wilding and directed by Charlie Mount, it is produced by Garry Kluger for Theatre West and Little Jack Productions. A network newsmagazine wants to do a big story about a group of former American hostages who escaped the brutal terrorist group The Hand of God. However, not everything is as it seems. Needless to say havoc ensues. Shows run through November 8, 2026; Performance: 8pm; Theatre West, 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, in LA, 90068; https://theatrewest.org
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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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