The first phase of the D Line Extension is open, connecting Beverly Hills to downtown Los Angeles and the celebration is just getting started. For the first 90 days of service, Metro is partnering with nearly a dozen local small businesses to transform Wilshire/Fairfax, Wilshire/La Brea and Wilshire/La Cienega stations into vibrant community destinations. Riders can expect farmers markets, coffee service, salsa dance classes, craft markets and more throughout May and June. Find a list of station activations below.
Metro Station Activations
PRO Dance Free Outdoor Salsa Class
An interactive salsa class transform the station plaza into a live dance floor. Open to all skill levels.
Every other Saturday starting May 9, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax Station
Free, pre-registration is required.
A recurring retail activation spotlighting local entrepreneurs and small businesses, creating consistent opportunities for community commerce and rider engagement.
Every Monday and Tuesday starting May 11, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/La Brea Station
Coffee Cart Service
Local coffee vendors enhance the morning commute with high-quality beverage options during peaking commute hours.
Elllas Coffee will be at Wilshire/Fairfax Station.
Crenshaw Coffee will be at Wilshire/La Brea Station.
TBA at Wilshire/La Cienega Station
Monday through Friday starting May 11, 7-11 a.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax or Wilshire/La Cienega Stations
Farm Habit Farmers Market
A community-centered farmers market bringing locally source produce and goods to riders every week.
Every Tuesday at Wilshire/Fairfax starting May 12, 3:30-7:30 p.m.
Every Sunday at Wilshire/La Brea starting May 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax Station or Wilshire/La Brea Station
PRO Dance Free Outdoor Salsa Class
A one-time salsa class activation at Wilshire/La Brea, turning the station plaza into a live dance floor.
Friday, May 16, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Free, pre-registration required.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/La Brea Station
PIKL LA Pickleball Activation
PIKLA LA brings pickleball to the station plazas at Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Brea stations, creating an interactive, high-energy experience that activates public space through play, competition and community.
Second Thursday of every month starting, May 14, 3-7:30 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax or Wilshire/La Cienega stations
A cultural and culinary activation celebrating Latina-owned businesses through food and music, highlighting local entrepreneurs and community pride.
Friday, May 16, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Free
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax Station
A cultural immersive celebration of Ethiopian food, music and small businesses along the Wilshire corridor.
Wednesday, May 20, 12-6 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax Station
Craft Contemporary Basket Weaving
A hands-on basket weaving activity inviting riders to slow down, make something with their hands and connect with the community.
First Sunday of every month starting June 7, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the D Line to Wilshire/Fairfax Station
California Cultural Festival
A community wellness festival featuring guided yoga, meditation, sound baths and live music for a claiming, restorative afternoon at the station.
Saturday, June 27, 4-8 p.m.
Go Metro: Wilshire/Fairfax Station
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