Los Angeles February 2023 Events Calendar
Los Angeles Farmers Markets
There are many certified farmers’ markets in Los Angeles! For the most current list of open farmers’ markets, go to www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/docs/CurrentMrktsCounty.pdf to find one near you.
74th Grand National Roadster Show
See the contenders for America’s Most Beautiful Roadster, marvel at the classics in the Suede Palace and find a parking spot for your own roadster in the Grand Daddy Drive-In. A special feature for this year’s event includes a Pinstriper Charity Fundraiser. World-class pinstripers are creating fabulous art while raising money for a worthy charity. Bring your items and for a nominal cost, get it striped by one of our artists.
Location: Pomona Fairplex
Info: rodshows.com/grand-national
2/3-2/5: Fri 12pm-8pm, Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am6pm
Compton Community Health Fair
Get free screenings and information about cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, height/weight/BMI, as well as free grocery distribution and more.
Location: Grocery Outlet, Compton
Info: www healthmatters clinic/upcomingevents/n2w8na63s279d1d2utjq8n90bltl4n
2/4: 10am-2pm
P-22 Celebration of Life
Los Angeles and the world lost the beloved mountain lion P-22 on December 17. We will all be grappling with the loss for some time, trying to make sense of a Los Angeles without this magnificent wild creature. Let’s come together as a community to celebrate his remarkable life. Musical performances, dancing, food, and so much more.
Location: Greek Theatre
Info: www.lagreektheatre.com/events/detail/p-22celebration-of-life
2/4: 12pm
Happy Valentine’s Day
Winter Wonder Music Festival
A fundraiser to enhance the life skills of adults with special needs in a meaningful way. Pickleback Shine, a country rock band, and The Stardust Ramblers (rockabilly, hillbilly boogie, and western bop), will provide the entertainment for this event. The catering will be provided by "It's In the Sauce Barbecue, and beverages by "Wandering Spirits Mobile Bar.
Location: Oak Park Community Center
Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-wonder-musicfestival-tickets-467955656967
2/4: 4pm-7pm
Free-For-All Day
Dozens of museums – presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science – will open their doors and invite visitors to attend their museums free of charge.
Location: various museums throughout Southern California
Info: socalmuseums.org/annual-free-for-all-23
2/5: various hours
KFWE Los Angeles
This exclusive Kosher Food & Wine Event is the premier kosher food and wine show in the world, showcasing hundreds of wines from across the globe and delectable food prepared onsite by the hottest kosher restaurants!
Location: Hollywood Palladium
Info: kfwe.com/la
2/8: 6pm–9:30pm
Pan African Film + Arts Festival
The Film Festival showcases new films that reinforce positive images and help destroy negative stereotypes. The ArtFEST features established and emerging fine artists and quality craftspeople from all over the world.
Location: Various Info: www.paff.org
2/9-2/20: Various times
Subculture Party Heart Destroyerz Fest 2023
A queer-centric gathering of a vast variety of individuals coming together to dance, express themselves and let loose in an alternate reality.
Location: Catch One, Los Angeles
Info: www.subcultureparty.com
2/10-2/11: 9pm-2am
Conscious Life Expo
All of us who are witnessing and participating in the transformation of the world will gather at a 4-day conference and exposition with 200 exhibitors and over 150 lectures, workshops, and special events.
Location: LAX Hilton
Info: consciouslifeexpo.com/conscious-life-expo/ 2/10-2/12: Fri 1pm-10pm, Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am8pm
California International Antiquarian Book Fair
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Women’s Suffrage in the United States with a special exhibit –Votes for Women – documenting women’s effort to secure political equality. Also celebrating the centennial of beloved science fiction and fantasy writer Ray Bradbury with a special exhibit of his works.
Location: Pasadena Convention Center
Info: www.abaa.org/cabookfair
2/10-2/12: Fri 3pm-8pm, Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am4pm
Super Bowl LIV
Watch the 57th Super Bowl game Sunday, February 12, from Phoenix, AZ, on Fox at 3:30 pm. This year’s half time performers are Rihanna! Even if you don't like football, the commercials are worth it!
Location: televised by Fox
Info: www.nfl.com/super-bowl
2/12: 3:30pm
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Los Angeles February 2023 Events Calendar
Capcom Cup IX
Street Fighter League: World Championship returns to Capcom Cup after a thrilling season. The champions of all three leagues (Street Fighter League: Pro-JP 2022, Street Fighter League: Pro-US 2022 and Street Fighter League: Pro-EUROPE 2022) will compete in a grueling season-ender for a chance at a $150,000 prize pool.
Location: Avalon Hollywood & Bardot
Info: capcomprotour.com/capcom-cup-ix
2/14-2/19: 10am-10pm
LA Art Show
The most comprehensive international contemporary art show in America! More than 200,000 square feet of exhibition space committed to today’s prominent galleries.
Location: Los Angeles Convention Center
Info: www.laartshow.com
2/15-2/19: Wed 6pm-10pm, Thu-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-6pm
MakeUp in Los Angeles
Experience the West Coast skincare and makeup event! As a Glo.cal* business facilitator, MakeUp in LosAngeles orchestrates a friendly and intimate BtoB event gathering the most dynamic and creative suppliers with the most successful skincare and make-up brands, in THE city embodying beauty: Los Angeles!
Location: LA Convention Center
Info: www.makeup-in.com/losangeles
2/16-2/17: 9am-5pm
Frieze Los Angeles
Taking place for the first time at Santa Monica Airport, the fair expands to feature more than 120 galleries, including new specialists in 20th-century art, alongside restaurants and Frieze Projects spread across the multiple sites.
Location: Paramount Studios
Info: www.frieze.com/fairs/frieze-los-angeles
2/16-2/19: Various times
Gallifrey One
The world’s largest and longest-running annual Doctor Who fan convention! This year’s theme is 33 1/3: Long Live the Revolution. Enjoy speakers, interviews, panels, workshops, auctions, and much more entertainment!
Location: Marriott LAX
Info: www.gallifreyone.com
2/17-2/19: various times
Cali Vibes Reggae Fest
A three-day reggae festival featuring Snoop Dogg, Jack Johnson, Rebelution, and many many more!
Location: Marina Green Park, Long Beach
Info: www calivibesfest com
2/17-2/19: 12pm
Bubble Run 5K
If you’ve done a traditional 5K, you know they can be a bit lackluster. But the Bubble Run is like running through Willy Wonkas’ factory. Clad in white t-shirts, adults, kids and strollers run, walk, dance and play across 3 miles of absolute fun!
Location: Pomona Fairplex
Info: bubblerun.com/locations/pomona
12/18: 9am
Pasadena Black History Parade and Festival
This community event honors the African American history and heritage. There will be fun activities for kids, music, displays and food for purchase.
Location: Robinson Park Recreation Center, Pasadena
Info: www.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices/community-event/black-history-parade-andfestival
2/18: 10am-4pm
Travel & Adventure Show
At America’s favorite travel show, you’ll: explore endless vacation options, discover over 350+ destinations, plan your trip face-to-face, meet travel celebrities, attend dozens of educational seminars, immerse yourself in faraway cultures, enjoy fun for the whole family, and save big with exclusive showonly specials.
Location: Los Angeles Convention Center
Info: www.travelshows.com/shows/los-angeles
2/18-2/19: Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Firecracker Festival
A free festival that celebrates the cultural diversity and talent of Los Angeles over the course of two days. Come celebrate the Year of the Rabbit! Events include the Firecracker run/walk, kiddie run, PAW’er dog walk, and more!
Location: Chinatown, LA or Virtual Info: firecracker-3afe3.firebaseapp.com
2/18-2/19: various times
Endless Night: Los Angeles Vampire Ball 2023
This year’s theme will be: Anti-Valentines Day, bring out your deepest and finest reds. The name Endless Night comes from the William Blake poem “Auguries of Innocence” in which he states “Some are born to Sweet Delight, Others are born to Endless Night."
Location: Globe Theatre Los Angeles
Info: endlessnight.com/losangeles2023
2/19-2/20: 9pm-2:30am
Temple City Camellia Festival
Three days of fun inspired by the exquisite blossoms, The festival features a parade, a carnival, and the Royal Court Play Day Contest! This year’s theme is “Imagine If…”!
Location: Temple City City Hall
Info: www.camelliafestival.org
2/24-2/26: parade Sat 10am, carnival times tba
Sicker Than Your Average
Epic Pro Wrestling presents Peter Avalon vs Kidd Bandit, and more!
Location: The Bill Green Sports Complex, Cudahy Info: www.eventbrite.com/e/epic-pro-wrestlingpresents-sicker-than-your-average-in-los-angeles-catickets-477083969997
2/25: 7pm-10pm
Professional Bull Riders: Unleash the Beast
The top bull riders in the world compete against the fiercest bucking bulls on the planet!
Location: Crypto.com Arena
Info: www.pbrtickets.info
2/25-2/26: Sat 6:45pm, Sun 1:45pm
Skyline
A massive weekend of the best in house and techno presented in collaboration with Factory 93 and Day Trip!
Location: Exposition Park Info: skylinefest.com
2/25-2/26: 3pm-11pm
CicLAvia – The Valley
On Sunday, February 26 (rain or shine!), we're opening up Sherman Way from Canoga Park through Winnetka and into Reseda for a 5-mile stretch of open streets. Jog, ride, bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and enjoy the route however you want. Our routes are welcoming to people of all ages and abilities!
Location: The Valley Info: www.ciclavia.org/the_valley23
2/26: 9am–3pm
