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:
- Save $10 on East West Players KRUNK FU BATTLE BATTLE
- Catch a Metro dining discount at Hollywood & Highland Center and a free jazz concert
This week in Sports:
This week in Family Friendly:
This week in Museums:
This week in Dining:
- $1 off General Admission tickets to Foodtruck Chow Down at Los Angeles State Historic Park
- Save 15% Casey’s Irish Pub
- Save 10% off at Night Toast
- Don’t forget to check out the other participating restaurants offering discounts to Metro riders in our Destination Discounts Dining Map.
Mark your calendars for these upcoming Destination Discount promotions:
- June 16 – June 26: Save $2 on tickets to the Los Angeles Film Festival
- June 16 – June 26: Save $2 off merchandise at the Hollywood Fringe Festival
- June 18: Receive a free beverage at Educating Young Minds’ ACCESS/NO EXCUSE Website Launch Celebration
- June 18: Receive a Free Ticket to Keren Ann Show at Make Music Pasadena
- June 25: Get $1 off admission to the NoHo Rockin’ Food Truck Fest
- June 26: Receive a free beverage at L.A. Taco & Music Festival
Don’t forget to check out our NoHo Destination Discount round-up.
Details after the jump.
Arts/Entertainment
Save $10 on East West Players KRUNK FU BATTLE
East West Players produces outstanding works and educational programs that give voice to the Asian Pacific American experience. Now Showing: KRUNK FU BATTLE, a hip-hop musical extravaganza!
Dates: through June 26.
Discount: $10 off single-ticket prices for regular performances.
Restrictions: Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling 213.625.7000.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at Will Call.
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)
Catch a Metro dining discount at Hollywood & Highland Center and a free jazz concert
This entertainment center neighbors Madame Tussauds, Disney’s El Capitan Theatre, the Jimmy Kimmel Live show, and is home to the renowned Kodak Theatre, Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, The Highlands Hollywood nightclub, Lucky Strikes Lanes, Spa Luce, popular shops, gourmet and casual dining, and endless entertainment opportunities. Check out the Wine, Jazz & Moonlight concert series.
Dates: Wine, Jazz & Moonlight every Tuesday at 7pm through August 31
Discount: Various discounts at the following locations: The Grill on Hollywood, Koji’s Sushi & Shabu Shabu, Kelly’s Coffee & Fudge Factory, The Wine Bar Café
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)
Sports
Save on classes and gear at Karate4Kids USA
Karate 4 Kids USA builds strong, safe and smart kids and adults through the teaching of Martial Arts in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Their unique program builds self-esteem, respect and discipline and is taught to hundreds of children each week in an enriching, family-like atmosphere.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: NEW STUDENTS: First month of Karate and Uniform $50 ($200 value), CURRENT STUDENTS: 10% Discount on Uniforms/Gear/Weapons
Restrictions: Not applicable with any other discount offered.
How to get it: Show your Metro Pass, Metro Rail Ticket or TAP Card.
Where: 5215 Bakman Ave.
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), Magnolia/Tujunga (183, 224)
Family Friendly
Save $2 on Admission to Houdini: Art and Magic at Skirball Center
Through heart-stopping feats, magician and escape artist Harry Houdini exhilarated audiences worldwide. Visit the galleries and view rare photographs, spectacular footage, and props used by the showman himself, all illuminating Houdini’s extraordinary life and enduring legacy.
Dates: Ongoing
Discount: $2 off admission
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card at the box office.
Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd.
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Sepulveda/Skirball Center (233, 761)
Museums
Get $2 off admission to LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes in Downtown LA
Discover LA’s rich historical roots as LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes (LA Plaza) opens April 16 in Downtown LA. Adjacent to the Olvera Street marketplace and El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument where LA was founded in 1781, the Mexican American cultural center is housed within the newly renovated Vickrey-Brunswig Building and Plaza House on Main Street.
Dates: Ongoing.
Discount: $2 off adult admission.
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro rail ticket or TAP card.
Where: 501 N Main St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Union Station, Gold Line Union Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Spring/Cesar Chavez (70, 71, 76, 78/79/378, 83, 84/68, 96, 728, 770)
Dining
$1 off General Admission tickets to Foodtruck Chow Down at Los Angeles State Historic Park
Los Angeles’ biggest foodtruck spectacular that will showcase over 50 of LA’s best foodtrucks in a festive food and fun filled event your whole family can enjoy.
Dates: 11am-6pm, June 11
Discount: $1 off General Admission
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card
Where: Los Angeles Historic State Park
Nearby Metro Rail: Gold Line Chinatown Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: Alameda/College (76)
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
Save 10% off at Night Toast
Looking to fill your stomach with a tasty treat? Stop by Night Toast in Downtown and choose from their selections of sandwiches, salad bar, juice bar or Lavazza expresso. They’re open Monday through Friday from 9am to 10pm and Sunday from 9am to 3pm.
Discount: 10% off purchase
Restrictions: None.
How to get it: Show your valid Metro pass, Metro Rail ticket or TAP card
Where: 653 South Spring St.
Nearby Metro Rail: Red/Purple Line Pershing Square Station
Nearby Metro Bus Stops: 7th/Spring (20, 26/51/52/352, 33, 35/335, 55/202/355, 60, 733)
Categories: Destination Discounts, Metro Lifestyle