News | In The News

PLASTIC UTENSILS WILL ONLY BE GIVEN BY REQUEST IN LOS ANGELES

As of Monday, Los Angeles restaurant-goers will no longer be given plastic utensils unless it is by request.

Travel | Travel

10 Facts About Joshua Tree National Park | Mental Floss

Only two hours outside Los Angeles, Joshua Tree National Park has always had a glamorous cachet. But it also has a fascinating history filled with Hollywood-style drama.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (9-24-2021 to 9-26-2021)

This weekend, from September 24-26, features LA Haunted Hayride, The Other Art Fair, a Totally Valley Block Party, DinoFest at Natural History Museum, ] LA Tequila Fest, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

Los Angeles was voted the most expensive, inconvenient city in North America. Congrats?

On the flip side, we’re the most creative city on the continent.

A city can’t be “voted” most expensive. It either is, or it isn’t. The rest of it sounds true though…and Los Angeles is VERY expensive.

Travel | Travel

Why Is Pacific Coast Highway So Loved (And What To See Along The Way)

It's easy to see why the Pacific Coast Highway is so popular, but you don't really know until you've driven - and experienced it - for yourself.

News | The News

Orange County’s oldest Taco Bell is closing Sept. 7 – Orange County Register

The Laguna Beach restaurant opened in 1967 and still resembles the fast food chain’s early architectural style.

Another price of Southern California history gone. How does a business that has existed for 54 years lose its lease? No doubt it’s another casualty of greedy developers.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

22 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (8-9-2021 to 8-13-2021)

This week, from August 9 to 13, features a Japanese food workshop, Dance DTLA at The Music Center, a scent-based immersive pop-up, free screenings of The Underground Railroad, Outfest LA, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (8-6-2021 to 8-8-2021)

Levitt Pavilion Concerts, a Hello Kitty Carnival, Shakespeare in the Park, Movies on Location, the Rose Bowl Flea Market, a new cocktail pop-up, and more!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

18 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (8-2-2021 to 8-6-2021)

This week, from August 2 to 6, features a burger week in the LBC, public art pianos in Beverly Hills, a free comedy show at Permanent Records, fireworks at The Bowl, free Parks After Dark movies, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

31 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. {7-23-2021 to 7-25-202)

This weekend, from July 23 to July 25, features proof of vax bars, Night Dive at the Aquarium, a Nina Simone Tribute at The Bowl, Sunday Sessions in Grand Park, Picnic on the Plaza in Little Tokyo, and more!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

23 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-19-2021 to 7-23-2021)

This week, from July 19 to July 23, features a free taco pop-up via LeBron James and Fortnite, a Vegan Playground in the Arts District, Fourth Fridays at The Broad, Night Dive at the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Chocolate & Art Show, and more!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

25 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (7-16-2021 to 7-18-2021)

This weekend, from July 16 to July 18, features a DiscOasis, an HBO takeover of the Santa Monica Pier, a Kite Festival in Chinatown, Summer Music Strolls at Descanso Gardens, Ice Cream Alley at Smorgasburg, and more!

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

The 15 best day trips from Los Angeles

Make the most of your day off with these easy, affordable and quick day trips from Los Angeles to SoCal beaches, wineries, ranches and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-12-2021 to 7-16-2021)

This week, from July 12 to July 16, features National Michelada Day, an HBO takeover of the SM Pier, the public reopening of MOLAA, an outdoor Shakespeare performance, the return of the OC Fair, and more!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

28 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (7-9-2021 to 7-11-2021)

This weekend, from July 9 to July 11, features the return of 626 Night Market, a Night Sky Star Party at Paramount Ranch, a Bazaar Bizarre at Zombie Joe's, Pasadena POPS at the Arboretum, an outdoor art experience in Santa Monica, Grand Performances in DT

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

25 Fun Things to do This Week in L.A. (7-5-2021 to 7-9-2021)

This week, from July 5 to July 9, features Divine Immersion at the Pacific Asia Museum, a Cardboard City on 3rd Street Promenade, the 626 Night Market in the SGV, National Fried Chicken Day, more!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

28 Fun Things to do This 4th of July Weekend in L.A. (7-2-2021 to 7-4-2021)

This weekend, from July 2 to July 4, features the reopening of Smorgasburg, Fourth of July at the Hollywood Bowl, Americafest at the Rose Bowl, a movie and fireworks at Hollywood Forever, the Day Trip Festival, LOTS of Independence Day food specials, and

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

34 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-25-2021 to 6-27-2021)

This weekend, from June 25 to June 27, features Movies on Location in the The Valley, The Other Art Fair, the reopening of The Autry, a Toyzilla swap meet in the SGV, a Cars and Coffee meet-up in Griffith Park, the Creative Communal Market in Long Beach,

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

33 Fun Things to do This Father's Day Weekend in L.A. (6-18-2021 to 6-20-2021)

This Father's Day weekend, from June 18 to June 20, features tons of Father's Day food ideas, Juneteenth celebrations, pop-up markets, drive-in movies, an immersive audio play series, a Freedom Day Walk, and more!

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

California's reopening day has arrived. Here's everything that changes in Los Angeles.

No more social distancing, no more capacity limits and no more masks (mostly).

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

22 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-11-2021 to 6-13-2021)

As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

24 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (6-4-2021 to 6-6-2021)

This weekend features a donut freebie from Dunkin', a colorful art walk in Santa Monica, the L.A. Zoo's Beastly Ball, First Fridays at NHM, a DIY boba kit, and more!

History | Historic Los Angeles

The History Los Angeles Has Lost to the Pandemic

The city is opening up, but here are some landmarks and treasures that we miss already.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

24 Fun Things to do This Memorial Day Weekend in L.A. (5-28-2021 to 5-31-2021)

As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

26 Fun Things to do This Weekend in L.A. (5-21-2021 to 5-23-2021)

As Los Angeles finds its way out of the pandemic and restrictions gradually ease, we’re continuing our bi-weekly round-ups…

History | History

How Car Culture Shaped The Crazy, Cool Architecture Of Midcentury LA | LAist

Decades after they were built, some of the most iconic structures built to sell and service automobiles are being restored and repurposed.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

57 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (5-14-2021 to 5-16-2021)

This weekend, we've got Ai Weiwei’s Trace at the Skirball, pop-up markets, a ‘20s-themed lawn party, NHM’s virtual bug fair, fun restaurant mashups, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

62 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (5-7-2021 to 5-9-2021)

We used to tell you about all the things you could go out and do in Los Angeles on…

News | News

Los Angeles is Re-Opening Fast!: COVID-19 Updates: Reopenings, Outdoor Happenings

Here at DoLA, we want to keep you as updated as possible on the latest surrounding re-openings, new social-distancing safe events, testing sites, event cancellations, and regulations set in place by the city of Los Angeles and the state of California to s

News | News

L.A. County meets threshold to enter California’s least restrictive yellow tier; widest reopenings could come soon

Los Angeles County has one foot in the most lenient category of the state’s COVID-19 reopening system, a momentous achievement for a region that was once so ravaged by the coronavirus it was considered the epicenter of the pandemic in California. Accordin

News | In The News

L.A. County continues to report progress in coronavirus fight

Encouraging statistics have buoyed hopes that authorities can vaccinate enough people at a sufficient speed to head off a potential variant-driven surge.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

33 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-23-2021 to 4-25-2021)

This weekend, we've got new exhibits at the Japanese American National Museum and Hauser & Wirth, virtual cooking classes, Oscars panels and dining events, a market with baked goods and vintage clothing, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

39 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-16-2021 to 4-18-2021)

This weekend, we've got the reopening of the Huntington, the Hammer, and LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, plus a new AR exhibit from LACMA, a virtual wellness fest, free affogatos, and more.

News | The News

Hopeful Disneyland fans wait for hours to get a ticket. ‘Anxiety is through the roof’

Disneyland launched its ticket and reservation system Thursday for the park’s reopening and hopeful park goers are waiting for hours to get their tickets.

Entertainment | The Hometown

LA Neighborhood Deteriorates Into Violent Gang-Run Street Slum

A homeless encampment in northeast Los Angeles overrun by gang activity has prompted frustrated residents to beg apathetic city officials for help.

LA will just continue to slide into a dystopian future if the people who live here don’t wake up and start voting for responsible politicians, instead of just the current, corrupt slime that currently run the city. I doubt that they will. Free stuff and constant emotionally based propaganda is far too much for the millions of ignorant, shallow people who comprise the majority of the electorate today in California.

News | News

Grunion Run In Santa Monica: Look, Don't Touch This Month

Grunion Run In Santa Monica: Look, Don't Touch This Month - Santa Monica, CA - It's "look but don't touch" spawning season for the small silver fish. Area experts discuss why this is the best time to see them in action.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

60 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-9-2021 to 4-11-2021)

This weekend, we've got several new gallery openings, a one-night-only walk-through art experience, outdoor yoga, a new cocktail bar, a virtual comedy fest, online tours and lectures, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (4-2-2021 to 4-4-2021)

This weekend, we've got Dine Out Long Beach, in-person and online art shows, Easter markets and brunch specials, new exhibits at LACMA and the Natural History Museum, an online murder-mystery game, and more.

News | The News

Riot Police Clash With Hundreds of Homeless in Los Angeles

Echo Park Lake in Los Angeles has been home to thousands of homeless people since 2019.

It’s Blade Runner now.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-26-2021 to 3-28-2021)

This weekend, we've got an outdoor market to benefit Stop AAPI Hate, museum reopenings, drive-in comedy, baking workshops, new pop-up restaurants, Passover menus for takeout and delivery, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

As LA Eases Restrictions, the City’s Beloved Dive Bars Begin to Plan for Reopening - Eater LA

As the county plans to move into the less restrictive orange tier, some of LA’s most popular drinking dens could once again serve alcohol on-site

They can reopen, but only outdoors. What good does that do for dive bars?

News | News

Disneyland will reopen on April 30th, for California residents only

One year after Disney shut its doors indefinitely, laying off tens of thousands of staff, Disneyland will reopen on April 30th, the company announced. Masks will be required, and only California residents can attend for now.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

37 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-19-2021 to 3-21-2021)

This weekend, we've got the return of Desert X, new virtual and IRL art, drive-in movies, March Madness food deals, and more.

News | The News

Speed Cameras In LA? A New Bill Would Allow CA Cities To Explore The Technology

State and local leaders call speed cameras a 'proven tool' to reduce speeding and save lives.

This is another reason for people to leave California. The government is exploiting “safety” to add another level of revenue to the massive revenues already seized from its citizens.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

38 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (3-12-2021 to 3-14-2021)

This weekend, we've got a Jarritos soda pop-up, drive-in comedy and movies, Pi Day specials, new art shows, and more.

News | News

Kroger closes 3 stores in Los Angeles over a $5-per-hour hazard pay mandate

Kroger said it will close three stores in Los Angeles after local officials mandated $5-per-hour hazard pay for grocery and drug store workers.

How do people not get that if you are forced to raise expenses, jobs will be cut?

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

43 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-26-2021 to 2-28-2021)

This weekend, we've got a Spongebob Squarepants drive-in experience, rooftop yoga, virtual art galleries, Bob Baker Day, Golden Globes takeout specials, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

9 Southern California Spots for Actual Carhop Service

Burgers, shakes, pizzas, and more — and sometimes even served on roller skates

News | The News

Appointments are no longer needed to get tested for COVID-19 at L.A. city-run sites

People interested in getting tested can show up to one of the city’s testing sites during the normal business hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., from Monday through Saturday, Mayor Eric Garcetti said…

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-19-2021 to 2-21-2021)

This weekend, we've got a themed carwash, a conversation with Ai Weiwei, virtual poetry slams, online art exhibits and astronomy events, drive-in cinema, a new seafood restaurant, sushi deals, and more.

Entertainment | Entertainment

Art House Movie Theaters Fight On Amid Pandemic | Hollywood Reporter

While some independent movie houses have closed indefinitely, others persevere with a mix of drive-ins, virtual screenings and concession sales as they apply for long-awaited federal relief.

Politics | Politics

A Day In The Life Of A Brewery Crushed By LA's Shifting COVID Rules

The county even regulates what meets the standard of a 'bonafide meal' each group of customers is required to buy if they would like to order beer.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

51 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-12-2021 to 2-14-2021)

This weekend, we've got Lunar New Year events, Mardi Gras and Valentine's Day specials, a mysterious online cruise, a drive-thru food fest, romantic drive-in screenings, candle workshops, a birding class, and more.

News | The News

Metro considers congestion pricing for DTLA, I-10 Freeway, Santa Monica Mountains

Two years ago, the Metro Board of Directors voted to explore strategies to ease the snarling traffic that famously plague Los Angeles - including congestion pricing.  Now,

This will affect poorer people the most. It will also drive even more people out of Los Angeles. It is another myopic and stupid plan by the officials who “run” Los Angeles.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

31 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (2-5-2021 to 2-7-2021)

This weekend, we've got Super Bowl-themed takeout specials and cooking classes, the Puppy Bowl, film and literature discussions, art activities for kids, and more.

Entertainment | The Hometown

Outdoor dining can resume in L.A. County, but no TV allowed and no more than 6 people per table | KTLA

After a two-month ban, Los Angeles County restaurants are once again welcoming customers for outdoor dining Friday. California state officials lifted the regional stay-at-home order earlier this week, and L.A. County officials announced that restaurants,

Has anyone else noticed that everything the LA County/City government does always includes something that demonstrates how ridiculously incompetent and childish they are? They always seem to ad an element of control that is designed just to show that they have power. In this case: no TV. No one watches TVs in restaurants. The last time TV wasn’t prohibited. There is no science to support this, just like there was no science to support shutting down outdoor dining in the first place. It is the nanny state, with very controlling, and very foolish, nannies.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

28 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-29-2021 to 1-31-2021)

This weekend, we've got a new Brazilian restaurant, a sexy film fest, a star-studded comedy show, fortune readings, photo exhibits, and more.

News | The News

L.A. County to allow outdoor dining Friday after California lifts regional stay-at-home order

After Gov. Gavin Newsom lifted the regional stay-at-home order, Los Angeles County officials on Monday announced many venues can reopen and outdoor dining can resume Friday. The county is aligning with the state’s COVID-19 restrictions, allowing activitie

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

24 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-22-2021 to 1-24-2021)

This weekend, we've got a women-focused food fest, a video art & music series, fantastical tours, movie trivia, virtual concerts, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

COVID-19 Updates: Reopenings, Outdoor Happenings, Cancellations + More

Here at DoLA, we want to keep you as updated as possible on the latest surrounding re-openings, new social-distancing safe events, testing sites, event cancellations, and regulations set in place by the city of Los Angeles and the state of California to s

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

24 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (1-1-2020 to 1-3-2020)

busy, make you laugh, teach you something, or help you feel less alone.This week, we’ve got a drive-thru festival, online quests and variety shows, the Japanese American National Museum’s virtual Oshogatsu Family Festival, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

35 Things to Do in L.A. This Weekend (12-18-2020 to 12-20-2020)

This weekend, we have a Home Alone pizza pop-up, interactive online concerts and theater, outdoor art, a new sushi spot, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

63 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (12-10-2020 to 12-16-2020)

This week, we've got Hanukkah events and food specials, holiday markets, virtual performances and tours, and more.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

43 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (12-3-2020 to 12-9-2020)

This week, we've got new options and specials for takeout, in-car holiday spectacles, and virtual theater, lectures, film debuts, and more.

News | The News

L.A. County’s holiday COVID-19 restrictions face skepticism from weary public

It was a Black Friday contrast that speaks to the immense challenge facing public health officials as they try to slow an unprecedented coronavirus surge during a holiday season that many hoped would be a reprieve from a year of pandemic restrictions. Los

Sports | Surfing/SUPing

The Truth About Surfing in Los Angeles

Here's the truth about surfing in Los Angeles, to be more specific the South Bay region of Los Angeles. Forget the social media post. Photographers and video...

Entertainment | The Hometown

Pasadena to keep outdoor dining open despite L.A. County health order | KTLA

The Pasadena City Council decided Monday to keep restaurants open for dining, despite the Los Angeles County public health order requiring outdoor dining to halt as of Wednesday. While the city cou…

GOOD for them. The order is absurd and people need to fight back.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

53 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (11-12-2020 to 11-18-2020)

This week, we've got holiday displays, food pop-ups, DesignerCon, bake sales, Adult Swim Festival,and more.

News | News

LA Restaurant Owners React to County’s Proposed COVID-19 Recovery Fee Surcharge

The proposed fee would be an additional charge for diners eating on the premises

Food & Drink | Food & Drink

Bootleg, One of LA’s Best Pan Pizza Spots, Gains Mid-City Storefront - Eater LA

Bootleg Pizza has gone from underground hit to food truck, and now it’s jumping into the brick and mortar restaurant game

I love this place!

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

VOTE AND TREAT YOURSELF TO A DEAL OR FREEBIE - YOU DESERVE IT!

Vote and Treat Yourself to a deal or Freebie - You Deserve It! 

One of the many benefits of voting is the opportunity to score great deals and freebies around LA. Turn in your early voting ballot or show up to the polls on election day, just make sure to

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

56 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (10-22-2020 to 10-28-2020)

We used to tell you about all the things you could go out and do in Los Angeles on…

Miscellaneous | Other Stuff

Swingers to Reopen: Westside Food Scene - WestsideToday

Westside Food Scene October 22, 2020 By Kerry Slater Swingers Back in Businesses Swingers, the popular American diner, is reopening...

I always loved this place!

Food & Drink | Food

The Best Hamburgers for Pickup & Delivery Near Me | October 2020

Wondering where to eat the best hamburgers with kids in Los Angeles? Try one of these places where you can find Los Angeles' best hamburgers.

Miscellaneous | Things To Do: Los Angeles

59 Things to Do in L.A. This Week [10-15-2020 to 10-21-2020]

This week, we've got hikes with rescue dogs, private puppet shows, pumpkin patches, outdoor puzzle hunts, the virtual LA Times Festival of Books, interactive art walks and horror screenings, and more.

History | Historic Los Angeles

So Long, Sears. What Comes Next For These Empty Architectural Behemoths?: LAist

In Boyle Heights, the nine-story, Art Deco store that started it all is a strange mix of bustling commerce and yawning, empty space.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

A Eulogy for L.A.’s Fallen Restaurants

Let us toast the fantastic local eateries lost to COVID-19.

LosAngeles, SoCal, LARestaurants, Covid19, Coronavirus

News | News

Disneyland layoffs include 2,800 restaurant workers, food cart vendors and Club 33 staff – Orange County Register

Disney has notified Workers United Local 50 that the union’s Disneyland and Disney California Adventure employees will absorb one in ten of the 28,000 layoffs coming to the Disney Parks, Ente…

Politics | Op-Ed

Ben Shapiro: Why I'm Leaving California

I want my kids to grow up in a community with a future, with more freedom and safety than I grew up with. California makes that impossible.

News | News

OC restaurant appeals to LA anti-mask crowd with ‘Godfather’-inspired billboard

Basilico Pasta e Vino in Huntington Beach took out advertising on a billboard near the Beverly Center with the words ‘Leave the Mask, take the cannoli.’

Politics | Malfeasance

Homeless Anarchy in Los Angeles - American Greatness

nyone thinking about blaming the police for the anarchy that grips America’s liberal cities is not paying attention. The police know how to do their jobs. The politicians, elected by progressive liberals, do not let them. And often enough, even when there

The entirety of California is a disaster. Los Angeles is a nascent third world country within that disaster.

News | In The News

Airline Pilots Landing At LAX Report "A Guy In Jetpack" Flying Alongside Them

Even in an era in which congress wants to openly investigate UFOs, a dude flying alongside an airliner over Los Angeles in a jetpack is still bonkers

Even LA’s air has tons of traffic!

News | News

How Disneyland could reopen under California’s 4-tier plan

Would you return to Disneyland if you couldn’t go on Rise of the Resistance, Space Mountain, Fantasyland dark rides and other indoor attractions?

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

55 Things to Do in L.A. This Week [8-27-2020 to 9-2-2020]

This week, we've got online music and film festivals, outdoor dining pop-ups and music video screenings, new podcasts, drive-in comedy, virtual cooking classes, and more.

Miscellaneous | Los Angeles Stuff

54 Things to Do in L.A. This Week (8-13-2020 to 8-19-2020)

This week, we've got comedy drive-ins, free ice cream, a summer potluck contest, outdoor spin classes, Nisei Week’s first online festival, takeout and delivery deals, online art openings, DIY cake kits, and more.