Well it’s the first day of Fall, and the last day of the 3rd weekend of September….so that means it officially ends the busy burst of art openings that take place across the first two weekends, and yes these days now extends into the third weekend. Mama needs a vacation now. Sunday September 22, 2024 art parties and events include lots of music, as well as Mount Wilson Observatory’s Arts @ the Observatory and also the continuation of Cumbia Week in LA. Of course we have a couple art events too. Have fun, and I’ll catch you next week.
September 22 2024 Art Parties and Events
Downtown…Today’s Smorgasburg Los Angeles features ice cream pop-ups and also smorg resident cool treat vendors. It 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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Head to Hollywood for the final day of The L.A. Times Food Bowl. City National Bank presents the eighth annual event. As always it is being held at the Paramount Pictures Studios backlot. Attendees can enjoy unlimited bites from well known restaurants from the LA area in addition to special guest restaurants from other states. Guests will make new discoveries and find favorite restaurants as well. Sunday: Final night runs from 12-3pm for $176.17; OR VIP 11am-3pm for $286.28; Paramount Pictures Studios Backlot, 5555 Melrose Ave: Los Angeles: 90038; https://lafoodbowl.com/
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Santa Monica
Today the Americana in the Park continues at Gandara Park. The music series is presented in partnership with the City of Santa Monica and McCabe’s Guitar Shop. Each Sunday in September it will feature Americana music as well as offering eats available to purchase at several food trucks. Molly Miller opens with instrumental Americana jazz songs tinged with folk and Surf Rock vibes along with powerful original compositions of The Azar Lawrence Experience headlining. Performances run 5-7pm; Gandara Park, 1819 Stewart St., Santa Monica 90404; CLICK HERE for the direct link to the Santa Monica Gov event.
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Sorry folks, but the Mount Wilson Observatory’s Arts @ the Observatory‘s Cosmic Art Night has been canceled. Stay tuned for info about the October event.
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Hollywood
The City of Los Angeles celebrates Cumbia week from September 20, 2024, to September 27, 2024. Various venues across LA will participate in the event. Cumbia is one of Latin America’s most prominent folklore musical traditions. African, indigenous and early European settlers have inspired this stlye of music and rhythm. It was first established on the Colombian coast over a century ago.
Tonight head to the Hollywood Bowl to enjoy a full Cumbia line-up of amazing acts. Bands include: Grupo Cañaveral de Humberto Pabón,La Sonora Dinamita, Los Hermanos Flores, Cumbiatón, with KCRW Host Raul Campos.
Gates: 5:30pm; Performance: 7pm; Admission ranges from $20-$84; Visit the website for additional info, and to purchase tickets; The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, LA, 90068; https://www.hollywoodbowl.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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For additional art exhibitions, and performances as well as culinary events, see LAArtParty’s Upcoming Events Page.
