Sunday, August 25 2024 art parties and events offer some broad choices of entertainment. A festival celebrating Guatemalan art and culture, in addition to art, live music and also foodie events all make up today – Sunday.
August 25 2024 Art Parties and Events
Koreatown
The Chapin Summer Festival known for celebrating Guatemalan art and culture abroad takes place today and tomorrow. It is a free event that attracts a multicultural audience from across SoCal. Vendors and artisans selling Footwear, pottery, jewelry, clothes, tablecloths, and traditional purses will be on hand as well as the traditional foods of Guatemala available for purchase. Event: 10 am -10 pm; Athena Parking – 611 Carondelet St (Cash or Credit $14); Lafayette Park, 625 S. Lafayette Park Pl., LA 90057; https://festivalchapin.com/
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Downtown…Smorgasburg Los Angeles is a 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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South Bay
Torrance Art Museum (TAM) presents the second installment of TRYST, as well as the third edition of an annual pop-up exhibition titled NOMAD. TRYST, an alternative art fair is produced by TAM, and supported by the City of Torrance and will include all works such as painting, sculpture, photography, video art, installation, and lots more
NOMAD III exhibition will showcase over 150 artists from Southern California also featuring all media. Both events take place across this weekend, and share the same dates and times. The events will both be held at the below address. Event: 12pm to 6pm; Admission is Free; Del Amo Crossing, 21535 Hawthrone Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503; https://www.torranceartmuseum.com
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Mid City
Finally, The Mint presents Jazz Sundays. The rotating selection offers the best in LA’s Jazz Music scene, and stay late for its Sunday residency with The Sam Hirsh Trio. 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). 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; CLICK HERE for the full schedule. The Mint, 6010 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035; https://themintla.com
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Santa Monica
Tonight HFP LIVE presents the final performance of the world premiere of pianist/actor/playwright/producer Hershey Felder and Jonathan Silvestri in Rachmaninoff And The Tsar at The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica. Moreover, this is the first time another actor will join Felder on stage in one of his productions.
Hershey Felder, Jonathan Silvestri
CLICK HERE for more info about this production as well as Felder. Ticket prices start at $41. Box office is open daily from 12-5pm; Call (213) 544-0477 or visit the website to purchase tickets and more info. Performance: 7:30pm; The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage, 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401; https://rachandthetsar.com/
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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
Let’s not forget all the free music happenings in LA. CLICK HERE to see our FREE summer concert list. Also be sure to check out our many screenings listed by venue.
