Sure, riding Metro saves you from the stress of traffic, reduces your environmental impact and lowers your monthly transportation costs – but did you know it also entitles you to a bunch of great deals around L.A.? That’s what Destination Discounts is all about – and The Source is here to make sure you don’t miss out.  Every week we’ll highlight our favorite deals from Metro’s local partners – destinations, sporting events, concerts, museums, theme parks, shops and more – and provide all the info you need to take advantage of these offers.

Arts/Entertainment

Save 25% on Select Seating for IN THE HEIGHTS at Pantages Theatre [add to Google Calendar]
Winner of four Tony Awards including Best Musical, IN THE HEIGHTS is a sensational new show about chasing your dreams and finding your true home. Experience the next chapter of the classic American story — what it takes to make a living, what it costs to have a dream, and what it means to be home.
Dates: June 22 – July 25
Discount: 25% off on selected seating.
Restrictions: Offer limited to Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday evening performances between 6/22-7/11/10 + Thurs matinee 7/1. Excludes Center Orch A-Z and side Mezz J-Q. Subject to availability. Online and phone orders incur customary Ticketmaster convenience charges. Offer may be discontinued at any time.
How to get it: Order your tickets online at BroadwayLA.org/Metro, by phone at 1.800.982.2787 (ARTS), or visit the Pantages Theatre Box Office. Use code METRO when ordering.
Where: Pantages Theatre, 6233 Hollywood Blvd.
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Vine Station

Save $2 On Regular Screenings at LA Film Festival [add to Google Calendar]
This year’s Festival includes more than 200 features, shorts, and music videos from more than 40 countries.
Dates: June 17 – June 27
Discount: $2 off the admission price of a regular screening
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card to the cashier at the Coca-Cola Ticket Center.
Where: Various Downtown L.A. locations including Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE Stadium 14, REDCAT Theatre, and Downtown Independent.
Nearby Rail: Blue Line Pico Station, Red/Purple/Blue Line 7th Street Metro Center, Red/Purple Line Pershing Square, Red/Purple Line Civic Center

Save 20% On Tickets To South Pacific [add to Google Calendar]
Set on a tropical island during World War II, South Pacific tells the romantic story of two couples and how their happiness is threatened by the realities of war and their own prejudices.
Dates: Through June 24
Discount: Save 20% on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evening performances and Thursday matinees.
Restrictions: Subject to availability. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. May not be combined with any other offer. Offer may be revoked at anytime. Please be sure to select the lowest price when ordering online.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the Ahmanson Theatre Box Office, or buy tickets by phone at 213.972.4400 or online at CenterTheatreGroup.org and use the promotional code METRO.
Where: Ahmanson Theatre, 135 N. Grand Ave.
Nearby Rail: Red/Purple Line Civic Center Station

Family Friendly

10% off at Leimert Park Village Book Fair [add to Google Calendar]
The fair will feature writing workshops, book signings, poetry readings, panel discussion, stage events and a variety of activities for children and young adults. Authors and poets at the festival will sign copies of their works.
Dates: June 26, 10am to 6pm
Discount: 10% discount on all Leimert Park Village Book Fair merchandise.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card to the Leimert Park Village Information Booth.
Where: Leimert Park, 4300 Degnan Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: 43rd/Degnan (42)

Save $5 at Long Beach Bayou Festival [add to Google Calendar]
Entertainment will feature the best in Cajun, Zydeco, Blues and Jazz performers. Other highlights include free arts and crafts for children, a Mardi Gras Parade, a replica French Quarter and more.
Dates: June 26 – 27, 11:30am – 8pm
Discount: $5 off all day tickets.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the box office.
Where: Rainbow Lagoon
Nearby Rail: Blue Line Long Beach Transit Mall Station

Dining

Save 15% Casey’s Irish Pub
Stop by Casey’s Irish Pub, the historic Downtown tavern in Downtown LA, for mouthwatering burgers, hearty stews and desserts like Irish bread pudding.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: 15% off entire bill
Restrictions: Excludes alcoholic beverages.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card to your server.
Where: Downtown L.A., 613 S. Grand Ave.
Nearby Rail: Red/Purple/Blue Line 7th Street Metro Center