Beat the summer doldrums by going Metro this weekend to any number of great events – many of them FREE or DISCOUNTED for Metro riders! Tonight plan a dinner date at California Plaza in downtown L.A. with a Destination Discount at Grand Performances, featuring Africa Caribe and Palenque Soultribe. Tomorrow take a Metro bus down to Venice Beach for Summer Fest or stay land locked and check out BloomfestLA in the Arts District. On Sunday take the Red Line to the Los Feliz Village Street Fair or head out to Highland Park for a refreshing drink at the first ever Summer Soda Tasting at Galco’s Soda Pop Store.

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, July 22

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Grand Performances: Africa Caribe + Palenque Soultribe
Africa Caribe — New York’s Joaquin “Joe” Claussell and his six-piece band remixing for Fania records — a new vibe for classic recordings by such Latin funk/salsa/merengue greats as Mongo Santamaria, Ray Barretto and Celia Cruz. “Palenque Soultribe” shares the stage with a mix of electronica, pop, rock and Colombian folk sounds, all driven by turntables and looped laptop grooves.
Website:
http://www.grandperformances.org/

When: 8pm
Price: FREE
Where: 350 S. Grand Ave
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Pershing Square Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Grand/3rd (14/37, 70, 71, 76, 78/79/378, 96, 442, 485, 487/489, 770, Metro Silver Line)

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
L.A. Latino International Film Festival
LALIFF will present feature films, documentaries, shorts and special screenings, with opportunities for public interaction with filmmakers in Q and A sessions, workshops, panels and lectures.
Website:
http://latinofilm.org/

When: Various times, all weekend
Price: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the box office and save $1 off individual screening tickets.
Where: Egyptian Theater, 6712 Hollywood Boulevard
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Las Palmas (212/312, 222, 217), Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)

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“Departures” at NoHo Arts Center
In DEPARTURES, fifteen travelers find their life stories entwined in this humorous and touching story.  From a runaway bride in her wedding dress with an extraordinary case of cold feet to a grandfather determined to bring his young grandson home from Iraq; these characters share their dreams, their fears and their secrets with each other as each one takes the defining journey of their life.  At turns comical and moving, hopeful and nostalgic, DEPARTURES blends the voices of an eclectic group of eight writers into a tapestry of lives at their most daring moment – the moment of leaping into thin air, and letting Faith give you wings.
Website:
http://www.thenohoartscenter.com/

When: 8pm
Price: $25 (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive 25% off)
Where: 11136 Magnolia Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line North Hollywood Station
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Go Metro to some great FREE summer events this weekend. Take advantage of Destination Discounts available at Grand Performances tonight and tomorrow. Downtown Burbank is throwing the Party of the Century tonight to celebrate their centennial, and you should hop on a Metro bus or Metrolink train to join the festivities. Meet Me @ Metro II returns for another weekend of traveling circus surprises*. On Sunday ride over the the Original Farmers Market for Summer Family Fun.

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, July 8

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Grand Performances: Diavolo + Noruz
Los Angeles’ highly celebrated international touring modern dance company, Diavolo, is a unique collection of gymnasts, acrobats, athletes and actors who create along with leader Jacques Heim, powerful, witty and exhilarating movements for the stage. Colombia-based Noruz features two dancers and an actress.
Website:
http://www.grandperformances.org/

When: 8pm
Price: FREE
Where: 350 S. Grand Ave
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Pershing Square Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Grand/3rd (14/37, 70, 71, 76, 78/79/378, 96, 442, 485, 487/489, 770, Metro Silver Line)

Downtown Burbank Party of the Century
On the anniversary of its incorporation in 1911, the City of Burbank will celebrate its 100th year with the Party of the Century in Downtown Burbank. A supersized festivity with flybys, parades, multiple stages, memorabilia, mascots, children’s entertainers, stilt walkers, awesome food from Downtown Burbank restaurants, community booths and more, the Party of the Century will be the ultimate night on the town for kids and families alike.
Website:
http://www.ci.burbank.ca.us/

When: 5pm
Price: FREE
Where: Downtown Burbank, 275 E Olive Ave.
Nearby Metro Buses: Olive/San Fernando (92, 94, 96, 155, 183, 794)
Other Operators: Metrolink Burbank-Bob Hope Airport Line, Metrolink Antelope Valley Line, Metrolink Ventura County Line

Ritmo Caliente at MacArthur Park
Open lawn seating and music from around the world reflecting the diversity of Los Angeles.
Website:
http://www.levittla.org/

When: 7pm
Price: FREE
Where: MacArthur Park
Nearby Metro  Rail: Red/Purple Line Westlake/MacArthur Park Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Alvarado/6th (18, 200, 603) Alvarado/7th (26/51/52/352, 200, 603) Alvarado/Wilshire (20, 200, 720)

Sonny & The Sunsets at The Echo
Sonny Smith writes songs so catchy they sound familiar on the first listen. He’s displayed this skill in the past on a series of albums that featured such heavy-hitters as Neko Case, Jolie Holland, Mark Eitzel, and Wilco’s Leroy Bach.
Website:
http://www.attheecho.com/

When: 8:30pm
Price: $10
Where: The Echo, 1822 Sunset Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Glendale/Park (92), Sunset/Park (2/302, 4), Sunset/Alvarado (704, 2/302, 4, 200, 603)

Into the Night: Music and Magic at Skirball Cultural Center
Party with friends at this late-night event featuring local indie bands Autolux and Superhumanoids, KCRW DJ Anthony Valadez, strolling magicians, a screening of the Harry Houdini serial Master Mystery (1920), and after-dark access to the galleries.
Website: 
http://www.skirball.org/

When: 9pm-1am
Price: $15
Where: Skirball Cultural Center,  2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Sepulveda/Skirball Center (233, 761)

Eddie Vedder at The Wiltern
Website:
http://www.livenation.com/The-Wiltern-tickets-Los-Angeles/venue/73790

When: 6:30pm
Price: $78
Where: The Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Boulevard
Nearby Metro Rail: Purple Line Wilshire/Western Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Wilshire/Western (20, 66, 207, 209, 710, 757)

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Kick off your Independence Day Weekend with Metro. All weekend long there’s the Anime Expo, fireworks with Daryl Hall and John Oates at The Hollywood Bowl and the Everything is Festival at the Cinefamily theatre. On Saturday don’t forget to check out the sequel to last year’s unique transit event, Meet Me @ Metro. There’s also Metro’s own Art’s a Trip tours of the art of the Metro Rail system. And for more sustainability action, and a chance to win an electric scooter courtesy of Transit TV there’s a screening of What is the Electric Car? at the Silverlake Library on Saturday.

Don’t forget, buses and trains are on Sunday schedules on Monday, July 4th!

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, July 1

New Kids On The Block + Back Street Boys at Staples Center
The best of 90′s boy bands join forces this Friday at Staples.
Website:
http://www.staplescenter.com/

When: 7:30pm
Price: $29.50-$99.50
Where: Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Blue Line Pico Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Figueroa/Pico (81, 442, 445, 460, 701, 721, Silver Line), Olympic/Figueroa (28, 728)

Anime Expo 2011
North America’s largest anime and manga convention.
Website:
http://www.anime-expo.org/

When: All weekend
Price: $50 one-day pass; $65 two-day consecutive pass; $75 four-day pass; $35 kids 6-12; 5 & under free
Where: L.A. Convention Center, , 1201 S. Figueroa St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Blue Line Pico Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Venice/Figueroa (33, 81, 442, 445, 460, 733) Pico/Figueroa(30, 81, 439, 442, 445, 730, Silver Line)

Everything is Festival at The Cinefamily
An insane and eclectic five day celebration of everything we both love: discovery, weirdness, and just plain fun.
Website:
http://www.cinefamily.org/

When: Various times, all weekend
Price: $10-$14
Where: The Cinefamily, 611 N. Fairfax Ave.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Melrose/Fairfax (10/48, 217, 218, 780)

Dance Downtown – Bollywood/Bhangra
Two left feet? Learn how to dance and shake it, move it and groove it under the stars with live music/DJ and beginner dance lessons sprinkled throughout the evening. No experience necessary.
Website:
http://www.musiccenter.org/

When: 6:30pm
Price: FREE
Where: L.A. Music Center, 135 North Grand Ave.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Temple/Grand (2/302, 4, 10/48, 92, 445)

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Wow. It’s a huge June weekend for Metro accessible events – this list goes on and on. But that’s a good thing! There’s tons of great discounts available for Metro riders this weekend as well, so make sure to flash your TAP card and Destination Discount events. Here’s a sample itinerary: tonight, head downtown for Charles Phoenix and his Los Angelesland show at Grand Performances. Tomorrow hit up the Leimert Park Village Book Fair and then take the Red Line up to NoHo for the Rockin’ Food Truck Fest – Metro riders get a free poster at the book fair and save $1 at the food truck event. On Sunday hop on the Gold Line and head over to East L.A. for the L.A. Taco & Music Fest (get a free beverage when you show your TAP) and then check out the Self Help Graphics Annual Print Fair and Exhibition. Or, do something completely different!

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, June 24

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Los Angeles Film Festival
The festival provides access to outdoor screenings and star-studded galas, one-of-a-kind panels and signature events with the most critically-acclaimed filmmakers, film industry professionals and emerging talent from around the world.
Website:
http://www.lafilmfest.com/

When: Various times, all weekend
Price: $13/screening (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive $2 off)
Where: Regal Cinemas at L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Blue Line Pico Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Figueroa/Olympic (28, 81, 439, 728, Silver Line)

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Hollywood Fringe Festival
Dedicated to creating a forum for local, national and international artists, the Fringe provides a framework for producers to present an incredible variety of work in an accessible and festive environment.
Website:
http://hollywoodfringe.org/

When: Various times, all weekend
Price: $10 (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive $2 off Hollywood Fringe merchandise)

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
East West Players KRUNK FU BATTLE
A hip-hop musical extravaganza!
Website:
http://eastwestplayers.org/

When: 8pm
Price: $15-$50 (Metro riders save $10 off single-ticket prices for regular performances.)
Where: 120 Judge John Aiso St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Judge John Aiso/1st (30, 40, 42) Judge John Aiso/Temple (40, 42, 445) Where: 6567 Santa Monica Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Santa Monica/Wilcox (4, 156/656)

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
“Departures” at NoHo Arts Center
In DEPARTURES, fifteen travelers find their life stories entwined in this humorous and touching story.  From a runaway bride in her wedding dress with an extraordinary case of cold feet to a grandfather determined to bring his young grandson home from Iraq; these characters share their dreams, their fears and their secrets with each other as each one takes the defining journey of their life.  At turns comical and moving, hopeful and nostalgic, DEPARTURES blends the voices of an eclectic group of eight writers into a tapestry of lives at their most daring moment – the moment of leaping into thin air, and letting Faith give you wings.
Website:
http://www.thenohoartscenter.com/

When: 8pm
Price: $25 (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive 25% off)
Where: 11136 Magnolia Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line North Hollywood Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Orange Line North Hollywood Station, Magnolia/Lankershim (152/353, 156/656, 183, 224)

Charles Phoenix: Los Angelesland
Showman, author and humorist Charles Phoenix presents a fun-filled tour of the city’s many “lands” including Downtown and Boyle Heights – all new, and created especially for Grand Performances!
Website:
http://www.grandperformances.org/

When: 8:30pm
Price: FREE
Where: 350 S. Grand Ave
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Pershing Square Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Grand/3rd (14/37, 70, 71, 76, 78/79/378, 96, 442, 485, 487/489, 770, Metro Silver Line)

Novlima at MacArthur Park
Open lawn seating and music from around the world reflecting the diversity of Los Angeles.
Website:
http://www.levittla.org/

When: 7pm
Price: FREE
Where: MacArthur Park
Nearby Metro  Rail: Red/Purple Line Westlake/MacArthur Park Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Alvarado/6th (18, 200, 603) Alvarado/7th (26/51/52/352, 200, 603) Alvarado/Wilshire (20, 200, 720)

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Make dad proud this Father’s Day weekend by going Metro to any, or – if your dad is an alpha male – all of these great L.A. events. Try this itinerary on for size: tonight, take in a flick at the L.A. Film Festival or head over to Opening Night at The Hollywood Bowl. On Saturday there’s the free music festival Make Music Pasadena, easily accessible by the Gold Line. Or head to Long Beach on the Blue Line with dad and enjoy the Urban Ocean Festival at The Aquarium of the Pacific. On Sunday take dad to a Free Cumbia Concert at MacArthur Park or hop on the Red Line to Hollywood for a special Father’s Day Egyptian Theatre Historic Tour. Dad will be so proud of your ability to save money, bypass traffic and help the environment.

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, June 17

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Los Angeles Film Festival
The festival provides access to outdoor screenings and star-studded galas, one-of-a-kind panels and signature events with the most critically-acclaimed filmmakers, film industry professionals and emerging talent from around the world.
Website:
http://www.lafilmfest.com/

When: Various times, all weekend
Price: $13/screening (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive $2 off)
Where: Regal Cinemas at L.A. Live, 800 W. Olympic Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Blue Line Pico Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Figueroa/Olympic (28, 81, 439, 728, Silver Line)

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
“Departures” at NoHo Arts Center
In DEPARTURES, fifteen travelers find their life stories entwined in this humorous and touching story.  From a runaway bride in her wedding dress with an extraordinary case of cold feet to a grandfather determined to bring his young grandson home from Iraq; these characters share their dreams, their fears and their secrets with each other as each one takes the defining journey of their life.  At turns comical and moving, hopeful and nostalgic, DEPARTURES blends the voices of an eclectic group of eight writers into a tapestry of lives at their most daring moment – the moment of leaping into thin air, and letting Faith give you wings.
Website:
http://www.thenohoartscenter.com/

When: 8pm
Price: $25 (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive 25% off)
Where: 11136 Magnolia Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line North Hollywood Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Orange Line North Hollywood Station, Magnolia/Lankershim (152/353, 156/656, 183, 224)

Dance Downtown – Lindy Hop/Swing
Two left feet? Learn how to dance and shake it, move it and groove it under the stars with live music/DJ and beginner dance lessons sprinkled throughout the evening. No experience necessary.
Website:
http://www.musiccenter.org/

When: 6:30pm
Price: FREE
Where: L.A. Music Center, 135 North Grand Ave.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Temple/Grand (2/302, 4, 10/48, 92, 445)

Insect Ensemble at Hammer Museum
Performers will be scattered around the Hammer terraces making insect noises with hand percussion and mouth sounds.
Website:
http://hammer.ucla.edu/

When: 6pm
Price: $10
Where: Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Wilshire/Westwood (20, 233, 720, 761)
Other Operators: Wilshire/Westwood (Big Blue Bus 2, 3, Culver City 6)

Opening Night at The Hollywood Bowl
One of the most anticipated highlights of the season! This star-studded evening features performances by 2011 Hall of Fame inductees Harry Connick, Jr. and Gloria Estefan, plus an exclusive live sneak preview of Cirque du Soleil’s first Hollywood production, Iris
Website:
http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/

When: 8:30pm
Price: $11-$158
Where: The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 North Highland Avenue
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station (Transfer to Bowl Shuttle), Red Line Universal City Station (Transfer to Bowl Shuttle)

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The weekend is here, Go Metro for maximum fun! Tonight, head out to Eagle Rock for the Futura independent music event featuring piano and vocals from Baths. On Saturday you’ve got a wide range of options: the LA PRIDE Festival in WeHo, KCRW/One Colorado Summer Nights in Old Town Pasadena and the Iron-N-Ink tattoo festival on the Queen Mary in Long Beach. On Sunday, ride the Red Line to Universal City to check out Bruno Mars at the Gibson Amphitheatre.

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, June 10

DESTINATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
“Departures” at NoHo Arts Center
In DEPARTURES, fifteen travelers find their life stories entwined in this humorous and touching story.  From a runaway bride in her wedding dress with an extraordinary case of cold feet to a grandfather determined to bring his young grandson home from Iraq; these characters share their dreams, their fears and their secrets with each other as each one takes the defining journey of their life.  At turns comical and moving, hopeful and nostalgic, DEPARTURES blends the voices of an eclectic group of eight writers into a tapestry of lives at their most daring moment – the moment of leaping into thin air, and letting Faith give you wings.
Website:
http://www.thenohoartscenter.com/

When: 8pm
Price: $25 (Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card at the box office and receive 25% off)
Where: 11136 Magnolia Blvd.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line North Hollywood Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Orange Line North Hollywood Station, Magnolia/Lankershim (152/353, 156/656, 183, 224)

Enanitos Verdes at Gibson Amphitheatre
Successful rock trio from Argentina, formed in 1979 in the city of Mendoza.
Website:
http://www.citywalkhollywood.com/concerts.php

When: 8:15pm
Price: $50-$105
Where: Gibson Amphitheatre, 100 Universal Terrace Parkway
Nearby Rail: Red Line Universal City Station

Deftones at Hollywood Palladium
Deftones were one of the first groups to alternate heavy riffs and screamed vocals with more ethereal music and hushed singing — spawning a fair amount of imitators in their wake.
Website: 
http://www.livenation.com/Hollywood-Palladium-tickets-Hollywood/venue/73794
When: 7pm
Price: $30.50
Where: Hollywood Palladium, 6215 W. Sunset Blvd.
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Vine Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Sunset/Vine (2/302, 210)

Futura at Eagle Rock Center for Arts
Eagle Rock Music Festival presents a monthly, all ages event in Los Angeles with Baths, Asura & yuk.
Website:
http://www.centerartseaglerock.org/

When: 9pm
Price:$10
Where: Eagle Rock Center for Arts, 2225 Colorado Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Colorado/Eagle Rock (68/84, 83, 81, 780, 180/181)

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All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, June 3

First Fridays at The Natural History Museum
A talk by Dr. Luis Chiappe, performances by the band Gayngs and Dirty Beaches.
Website:
http://www.nhm.org/

When: 5:30pm-10pm
Price: $9
Where: The Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Vermont/Exposition (102, 204, 550, 754), Figueroa/Exposition (102, 442, 445, Silver Line)

Dance Downtown – Line Dance/Two-step
Two left feet? Learn how to dance and shake it, move it and groove it under the stars with live music/DJ and beginner dance lessons sprinkled throughout the evening. No experience necessary.
Website:
http://www.musiccenter.org/

When: 6:30pm
Price: FREE
Where: L.A. Music Center, 135 North Grand Ave.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Temple/Grand (2/302, 4, 10/48, 92, 445)

Arctic Monkeys at Hollywood Palladium
Arctic Monkeys became one of the U.K.’s biggest bands of the new millennium.
Website: 
http://www.livenation.com/Hollywood-Palladium-tickets-Hollywood/venue/73794
When: 8pm
Price: $29.50
Where: Hollywood Palladium, 6215 W. Sunset Blvd.
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Vine Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Sunset/Vine (2/302, 210)

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Take advantage of the long weekend and Go Metro! There’s lots of great all-weekend events to keep you occupied. Ride the Gold Line to Little Tokyo and enjoy live jazz at the Los Angeles Jazz Collective Memorial Weekend Festival. The Green Line gets a little love this weekend thanks to Fiesta Hermosa, and event celebrating everything Hermosa Beach – with free shuttles to the event from an lot near the Redondo Beach Green Line Station. The The 25th Annual Jazz and Reggae Festival takes place on Sunday and Monday at UCLA and should satiate anyone’s need for culture, music and community.

It’s probably a good weekend to remind readers to take advantage of Metro’s Destination Discounts – they’re a great way to save a little cash by going Metro to participating destinations.

All events are subject to change or may be be sold out, please check with the venue before making plans.  To plan your trip and to check all other transit options, please consult Google Transit or the Metro Trip Planner.

Friday, May 27

Gangi at The Echo
Since completing their 2009 Spaceland Residency, Gangi has been garnering rave reviews of their live show from sources ranging from SPIN to LA Record.
Website:
http://www.attheecho.com/

When: 8:30pm
Price: $8
Where: The Echo, 1822 Sunset Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Glendale/Park (92), Sunset/Park (2/302, 4), Sunset/Alvarado (704, 2/302, 4, 200, 603)

Los Angeles Jazz Collective Memorial Weekend Festival
Four shows and thirteen groups – live jazz!
Website:
http://bluewhalemusic.com/

When: 9pm Friday, 3pm Saturday, 8pm Sunday
Price: $10
Where: The Blue Whale, 123 Astronaut E S Onizuka Street
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Los Angeles/1st (30, 40/42, 439, 442)

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