Welcome to another exciting curated list of art parties and events. We have opening receptions, live music, stand up comedy, and Art in Odd Places kicks off on Friday and runs through the weekend. I want to remind our readers that this is the last week of the Great Elephant Migration. It runs through August 1, 2025. I have seen the installation in both Beverly Hills as well as NYC in 2024. Find out more about the project and my NYC experience with the Great Elephant Migration
It’s located in Beverly Gardens Park (where the Beverly Hills Sign is). Beverly Gardens Park, 9439 Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA. 90210; https://beverlyhills.org/1288/Events
July 24-25, 2025 Art Parties & Events
Deborah Blum My Heritage, 2025, acrylic, collage on canvas, 36 x 36 inches; courtesy of the artist and 7811 Gallery
Thursday, July 24, 2025
7811 Gallery debuts a new exhibition titled Between the Lines. The group show features new and recent works by Deborah F. Blum (see image above), Natasha Rindt, and Leora Tofler, Though each artist works in a distinct visual language—from delicate mark-making to bold symbolism and expressive abstraction—they converge through a shared commitment to intuitive, process-driven creation. Art Party: 6-8pm; 7811 Gallery, 7811 Melrose Ave, LA, 90046; https://www.7811gallery.com
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Skirball Sunset Concerts are alive and well. Tonight enjoy two bands, La Perla, as well as the Meridian Brothers. La Perla, a Bogotá trio, formed in 2014 by Karen Forero, Giovanna Mogollón, and Diana Sanmiguel, fuses folklore, feminism, and Indigenous stories. Driving percussion powers their bold sound, challenging norms while honoring roots. Meanwhile, Eblis Álvarez’s Meridian Brothers mix cumbia, vallenato, and psychedelic rock with technical mastery, creating adventurous, genre-bending music that bridges tradition and experimentation.
Remember although the concerts are free the parking is $20 – so carpool with your buddies, and pick a designated driver. Street parking is prohibited. Event 7-9:30pm; Doors Open: 6pm; Event: Free Parking $20 upon arrival; 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd, LA 90049; https://www.skirball.org/
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Friday, July 18, 2025
In West Hollywood…Art in Odd Places (AiOP) features 30+ projects and art collectives as well as projects that will participate in Art in Odd Places 2025: VOICE / West Hollywood. The event kicks off today, and will celebrate the 40th year of West Hollywood’s incorporation as an independent municipality. This outdoor visual and performance art festival is curated by Deborah Oliver and takes place at Plummer Park today (Friday).
Beck+Col with Tetiana Sklyarova and Kayla Aguila, Revolutions @beckandcol
Then it continues at various venues throughout the weekend. Event: 4-9pm; Plummer Park. 7377 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046; https://voice.artinoddplaces.org
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Venice
The Venice Heritage Museum hosts a happy hour hub every fourth Friday of the month. Mingle among other locals and learn more about Venice’s past with a guided tour through the museum collection. Beer and wine available. Art Party: 5-7pm; VHM, 228 Main Street, Venice 90291; https://www.veniceheritagemuseum.org
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Mid City
Joey Feldman Gallery celebrates its one year at its Pico Blvd location. New paintings from Joey Feldman’s studio will be unveiled. Moreover, the event will debut the Steadman Salon Wall. It is a special installation showcasing works from Joey’s personal collection of Ralph Steadman art. In addition, there will be rare prints, one-of-a-kind pieces, and other select works available for sale, celebrating over 25 years of friendship between Feldman and the Steadman family. Art Party: 5-8pm; Joey Feldman Gallery, 5760 West Pico Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90019; https://joeyfeldman.com/
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The Hollywood Bowl presents the legendary Diana Ross for two nights. This will be an exceptional performance. BTW – there are so many great acts performing at the Bowl this season. Visit LAArtParty’s Hollywood Bowl 2025 Season Feature for more info. Event: 8pm; Gates Open: 6pm; Admission starts at $41; Admission starts at $42; The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068; https://www.hollywoodbowl.com
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Santa Monica
The Fantasticks continues at the Ruskin Group Theatre. This enchanting multi-award-winning musical is still to this day the longest running off Broadway play. This is a wonderful show. I saw it when it when I lived in NYC (a very long time ago). The original off-Broadway production opened in 1960 and ran for 42 years. Although I didn’t catch the original cast (Hey, I’m not that old), I did thoroughly enjoy it.
Director Elina de Santos takes the story into the 21st century, keeping the same wit, sensitivity and beauty of the original story. Her staging brings fresh insight with an imaginative flair to a cherished classic. Actors include: Michael D. Cohen, Danny Bernardo, Rhett Hemingway, Kiel Kennedy, Sophie Pollono, Michael Redfield, Raven Scott, John Wuchte, and Silas Shultz. Run time is approximately 120 minutes (including one 10-minute intermission). The show runs through August 24, 2025; Performance: 8pm; Tickets are $45 (student/senior discounts $30 and groups 10+ $33) and can be purchased in advance at www.ruskingrouptheatre.com or by calling (310) 397-3244. Free parking available on-site. Ruskin Group Theatre, 3000 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90405; https://www.ruskingrouptheatre.com/
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West Hollywood
Jetpack Comedy is LA’s best Friday stand-up comedy showcase. Comics from HBO, Netflix, and also SNL cast members, all drop-in for a night of laughter. Headliners and surprise drop-ins have included: Sarah Silverman, Kevin Nealon, Fred Armisen, Bob Odenkirk, Pete Holmes, Hannibal Buress, Kumail Nanjiani, Maria Bamford, Hasan Minhaj, Jeff Garlin, Ali Wong, Demetri Martin, as well as many more.
Event begins: 8:30pm; Admission starts at $20; Visit the website to RSVP for events (multiple dates); FB Page; Bar Lubitsch, 7702 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, 90046; https://jetpackcomedy.com/
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