This free event has just about everything kids love, from singing and dancing with musical instruments to stories and crafts. The folks at Books and Cookies are even bringing out the parachute (a gym class classic) to ensure a fun-filled day in the sun on the Ivy Station lawn.

Spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more amazing marine life aboard this 2.5-hour tour, accompanied by educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific.

Whether you’re a true crime enthusiast, a Hollywood historian, or a spooky cynic, you will find yourself amused, scared, and surprised on this dark tour of the Boulevard of Broken Dreams.

Looking for some free world-class jazz in a romantic setting? On Thursday nights, the candle-lit Continental Club hosts free performances featuring special guests and complimentary mini cupcakes.

The Setup hosts this pop-up comedy show on a patio near WeHo Sausage Company. Expect a handful of great comedians and food and drink options from nearby vendors.

This Glendale open mic welcomes comics to put their money where their mouths are, offering 5 minutes of stage time for $5. If you don't feel like telling jokes, you can always show up to watch — and audience admission is free.

This burlesque variety show featured in Thrillist’s list of "Best Burlesque Shows In LA" has been a staple of LA’s burlesque scene for over eleven years. Join host Lola Boutée and the talented line-up for their triumphant return to live shows.

When the week is only halfway over, sometimes you need to unwind on the dance floor with the help of some nostalgic tunes. This inclusive weekly party The Continental Club prioritizes good vibes.

This casual pottery class is perfect for beginner ceramics artists. There’s nothing like getting your hands dirty and shaping that earth into something you can use, display, or brag about. A complimentary glass of Prosecco comes with the cost of class. You’re also welcome to BYOB.

Imagine tasting the terroir of a sweet glass of grapes as you fold literal earth with your hands. This no-experience-necessary pottery class is the perfect place to get your hands dirty and your whistle wet — all while creating something beautiful and useful.

Follow the folks at Dress Up Studio down the rabbit hole for a dress up party in their Alice in Wonderland-inspired space. Styles will span decades and their vast collection of wigs pair perfectly with whatever get-up you get into.

A speakeasy is, by definition, hidden from the public eye. How best to find them but a tour! This one combines some great drinking spots with history from Hollywood's golden era.

Legendary LA performer Lola Boutée and her seductive crew dance, sing, and juggle fire in the round at open-air cocktail bar Saint & Sinner, which includes access to an afterparty where you can dance to a DJ's tunes.

Kick off the week by waking up early for a relaxing hour-long session with SoulPlay Yoga. If you care for brunch afterwards, you’ll get a free cocktail with your entree.

Whether you’re looking to meet your next fur baby or simply want to snuggle with a cute critter, bring your hugs (and your kids) to this literary cuddle sesh. All kids will walk away with a free book — and of course, one of the adoptable cuddle bugs, if you so choose.

Celebrate the return of spring with this metaphysical and spiritual pop-up. Over 75 vendors offering vegan food, live music, and tarot readings will leave you feeling the energy of the cosmos.

Depart from Long Beach on this 2.5-hour tour, where educators from the Aquarium of the Pacific will help attendees spot whales, dolphins, sea lines, and more amazing marine life.

A truly psychedelic bash is brewing. Frankie and the Witch Fingers, joined by Tropa Magica and Zig Zags, play this top-notch indie club. There'll be vegan banh mi sandwiches and a VIP afterparty if you feel like throwing down some extra dough.

There's going to be a (fake) murder at Guido's restaurant in Santa Monica! Amateur sleuths can help find the killer, and they'll enjoy a tasty dinner while they're working through the clues.

Ready for graceful meditative movements and flowy breathing out in the open air? This relaxing class in Culver City is specifically designed for newbies.

Join this celebration of the founder of the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, a man who loved puppets and brings like-minded folks together for puppet shows, art, and more. Entry is free, but a $20 donation helps keep the theater running.

Learn about the gunslinging Angelenos of Wild West times, see design marvels like the Art Nouveau lobby of a 1913 hotel, and take your tastebuds on a tour tour of LA's melting pot food scene.

Sad you can't catch Coachella IRL this year? Put on your coziest poor-me duds and party at Elevate Lounge. DJs will be spinning all the good stuff — sounds like it could be pretty fun to stay in town after all.

Take a deep dive into the classics at this monthly screening at The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel hosted by film critic and winemaker José Ignacio Cuenca.

Join the professional foodies from CocuSocial for a ravioli-making workshop in Green Haus’s beautiful and airy kitchen studio. From shaping to stuffing to saucing it all up, you’ll learn techniques for making tasty vegetarian pasta.

Hollywood cocktail bar The North End invites you to fine-tune your taste for tequila during this tasting session. Whether you’re a Mezcal mule, agave aficionado, or know nada, you’ll find something you enjoy drinking here.

Mindfulness meets dance at this free workshop at Hermon Park. Find connection with your body and the Earth — and also with your community at the post-workshop picnic.

Trading the therapist’s couch for the stage, the comedians at Hilerapy will be working through some of their most painful moments in front of an audience. You might cry, but only from laughing so hard.

Want to get your hands dirty for the community? Swing by these project days at Arlington Gardens, where you'll work on long-term improvements and learn about regenerative gardening and landscaping.

Join the California Native Plant Society as you learn about our delicate ecosystem and remove invasive mustard. After your hard work, take a nature walk with the San Fernando Valley Audubon Society. You can borrow some binoculars, but make sure to bring your own water bottle.

Bouncing cars, souped-up motorcycles, and masked luchadores are among the spectacles you'll witness during this two-day celebration of lowrider culture.

Prolific top-selling author Anne Lamott explores love in its many forms in her new book. In a talk-back with local Episcopal priest Mike Kinman, you can expect a discussion of spirituality and the complexity of life.

Love the historic homes of Pasadena? Sign up for Bungalow Heaven's Home Tour, which has been running since 1990. This year's tour feature eight different homes, where volunteer docents will fill you in on architecture, history, and art.

The snarky host of HBO's "Real Time" comes to the Robert Frost Auditorium to speak about his latest book, collecting his direct-to-camera speeches about politics, culture, and world events.