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.
This week in Arts/Entertainment:
This week in Family Friendly:
- Save up to 50% on merchandise at Chinatown Year of the Rabbit Celebrations
- Save $3 Off Registration and Get Free Bag Check-In Service at 33rd Annual LA Chinatown Firecracker 5k/10k Run
This week in Arts/Entertainment:
This week in Dining:
- Save 20% Off Your Meal at Koji’s Sushi & Shabu Shabu
- Don’t forget to check out the other participating restaurants offering discounts to Metro riders in our Destination Discounts Dining Map.
Details after the jump.
Arts/Entertainment
Save Up To 57% to see the L.A. Premiere of TRACES
TRACES was created by 7 Fingers (Les 7 doigts de la main), an astonishingly talented French Canadian company, who pioneered a whole new brand of circus, infusing it with infectious urban energy.
Dates: Jan. 11 – Feb. 13
Discount: Save 20-57% on select tickets.
Restrictions: Offer valid for performances 1/11- 2/13/11. Offer excludes Center Orchestra A –J and is a savings of 20-57%. Other restrictions apply. May be discontinued at any time without notice.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the Pantages Theatre Box Office, buy tickets at BroadwayLA.org/Traces or call 1.800.982.ARTS (2787) and use the promotional code PRE2X.
Where: Ricardo Montalban Theatre, 1615 Vine Street
Nearby Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Vine Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Vine (210, 212/312, 222, 217, 780)
Family Friendly
Save up to 50% on merchandise at Chinatown Year of the Rabbit Celebrations
Bring in the Chinese New Year with two weeks of festivities in Chinatown. It starts with a midnight ceremony to usher in the New Year at Thien Hau Temple on February 2 and continues on the weekends of February 5 and February 12.
Dates: February 2 and the weekends of February 5 and February 12
Discount: Receive a Shopper’s Pass good for up to 50% off at select Chinatown merchants.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the Visitors Booth in Central Plaza on February 5 and 6.
Where: Chinatown, Broadway/College
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Chinatown Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Broadway/College (45, 68/84, 83)
Save $3 Off Registration and Get Free Bag Check-In Service at 33rd Annual LA Chinatown Firecracker 5k/10k Run
Celebrate Valentine’s Day early along with the Chinese Year of the Rabbit! Participate in the running of the 33rd Annual LA Chinatown Firecracker 5k/10k Run, Walk, Kiddie Run and Bike Ride the weekend of February 12.
Dates: 10am-10pm Feb. 12, 12-3pm Feb. 13
Discount: $3 off the race registration fee and free bag check-in service
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Visit firecracker10k.org and use the promotional code GOMETRO.
Where: Chinatown, Broadway/College
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Chinatown Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Broadway/College (45, 68/84, 83)
Arts/Entertainment
Take a FREE Metro Art Tour and save at Hollywood & Highland Center restaurants
Join Metro for free docent-led tours every first Thursday and Saturday of each month and learn how the Metro Art Department commissions artists to incorporate art into a wide array of transportation projects throughout LA County. Then show your pass at participating Hollywood & Highland Center restaurants and save even more!
Dates: Thursday Feb. 3, 7pm and Saturday Feb. 5, 10am
Discount: You’ll receive a date-stamped Metro Art Tours badge that allows you to ride the entire Metro Rail system for free on the day of the tour. Also, show your pass at participating Hollywood & Highland Center restaurants and save even more!
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Meet at street level entrance to Hollywood/Highland Station.
Where: Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Rail: Red Line Hollywood/Highland Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Hollywood/Highland (212/312, 222, 217, 780, 156/656)
Dining
Save 20% off your meal at Koji’s Sushi & Shabu Shabu
Enjoy a classic Shabu Shabu meal with fresh vegetables, two delicious dipping sauces, a bowl of rice, and your selection of meat or seafood. Don’t forget to try fresh selections of sushi, sashimi and specialties like Koji’s original cut rolls.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: Save 20% off bill.
Restrictions: Excludes alcohoic beverages.
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)
Categories: Destination Discounts, Metro Lifestyle