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.

Business

Save 20% at CALCON Expo
Learn about construction apprenticeship programs, build relationships with government agencies, building and civil engineering contractors, and more at the California Construction (CalCon) Expo.
Dates: Thursday August 12, 8am-4pm
Discount: 20% off admission.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the entrance.
Where: Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E. Green St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Memorial Park Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Arroyo/Green (177, 256) Los Robles/Green (264/267)

Sports

Save 10% on L.A. Sparks Home Games
See professional sports at its best and catch All-Star DeLisha Milton-Jones, four-time WNBA Champion Tina Thompson and 2005 WNBA Champion Ticha Penichiero as they lead their team to victory in the Los Angeles Sparks’ 14th season. You’ll have an action-packed evening watching these ladies strut their game on the court.
Dates: Tuesday August 10, Tuesday August 17, Friday August 20
Discount: 10% off home game admission for tickets between $10 and $55.
Restrictions: Discounted tickets are subject to availability.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the STAPLES Center box office.
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)

Dining (check out our Dining Map for a full list of deals)

Receive a Complimentary Cheese Plate with purchase at The Wine Bar Café
Just steps from the famous Kodak Theater and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, The Wine Bar Café is a fun place for locals and visitors to hangout. Meet new friends, eat good food, have a beverage, watch the game, and go home happy.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: Receive a complimentary cheese plate for four with the purchase of four select beverages.
Restrictions: Purchase of four select beverages required.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro rail ticket or TAP card to your server.
Where: Hollywood & Highland Center, 6801 Hollywood Boulevard
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)