Sunday, October 25, 2026 Art Parties & Events finalize the weekend’s happenings with fantastic diversity. We have lots of options, a food event, a dance event, a jazz festival, lots of art openings, as well as some more live music too.

October 25 2026 Art Parties & Events

Smorgasburg Los Angeles

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

The Art of Adventure directed by Alison Reid is set to be screened at Laemmle Monica Film Center. The documentary opens tonight and runs through October 29, 2026. It follows the journey of wildlife artist Robert Bateman and biologist Bristol Foster’s 1957 around the world. The two men set out in a Land Rover called Grizzly Torque for the adventure of a lifetime.

October 22-23 2026 Art

The Art of Adventure directed by Alison Reid

Both artist’s Bateman’s paintings and Foster’s original 16mm footage trace reveal their lifelong friendship. Moreover, the duo share a commitment to nature conservation. Director Alison Reid will be in attendance at the film for a Q & A. Check the website for ticket prices and showtimes; Laemmle Monica Film Center, 1332 2nd Street, Santa Monica, 90401; https://www.laemmle.com/film/art-adventure

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Mid Wilshire (Little Ethiopia)

Adventureland by Los Angeles-based visual artist Dylan Harney opened yesterday at Exhibit A Gallery. Presented by Journey Art Productions the solo show features over 90 works of art. The artist will be in attendance both days. Opening: 1-6pm; Exhibit A Gallery, 1056 S Fairfax Ave, LA, 90019; https://www.exhibitagallery.org/  www.journeyartproductions.org

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Leimert Park Jazz Festival hosts its monthly Sunday jazz event today. Mekala Session will be taking over for Devin Daniels the original host who recently booked a tour with Joel Ross. Therefore Daniels, an LA drummer, and bandleader will host the event. Raised in Leimert Park, Session studied with iconic drummer Billy Higgins at The World Stage when he was quite young. Then at the age of 13, he joined the Pan Afrikan Peoples Arkestra, founded by Horace Tapscott. Today he serves as the band’s director.

Doors open: 2:30; Mekala Session Set: 3-4pm; Open Jam 4-5pm; Tickets start at $15; Visit the website for more info; The World Stage, 4321 Degnan Blvd., LA 90008; https://www.theworldstage.org

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Melrose Arts District

The 7811 Gallery hosts a closing art party for Cultures: Selected Photographs by Elie Berkman. The photography exhibition features hand-printed archival fiber paper photographs. The solo show focuses on a global survey of portraits, landscapes, as well as daily life scenes. Closing: 2-4pm; 7811 Melrose Ave, LA, 90046; https://www.7811gallery.com/

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Downtown

The BALLET FESTIVAL: JEROME ROBBINS completes its run at the Ahmanson. Presented by the Music Center and curated by Tiler Peck, it honored the magnificent talent of Robbins. Hence the Joyce Theater Production live experience was a popular dance event. Performance: 2pm; Admission starts at $42; The Music Center’s Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012; https://www.musiccenter.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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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.

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