Jump into full summer mode, if you’re not already! This last weekend of June is full of great ways to enjoy community, sports and a lot of summer fun. Celebrate Pride in the San Fernando Valley and Culver City or play some volleyball at Santa Monica’s beach festival. Wherever you plan to go, Metro can get you there! Keep reading for details.
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Friday, June 27
Ivy Station Movie Night
Culver City’s Ivy Station is hosting a summer movie night on the lawn this Friday with a showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, the beloved 1980s teen classic.. Bring a blanket and low-back chair –– seating is first-come, first-served.
Lawn opens 7:30 p.m.; Movie 8:30 p.m. FREE
Go Metro: Take the E Line to Culver City Station
Saturday, June 28
Culver City Pride Ride & Festival
The Saturday evening Pride celebration will take place at Town Plaza in downtown Culver City. The party promises a fun and inspiring good time for all, with DJs and dancing, drag performers, community speakers … and some surprises! Are you a bike lover? Join a community ride starting at Sydney Kronenthal Park and finishing at the festival.
Ride 4 p.m.; Festival 6 to 10 p.m.
Go Metro: Take the E Line to Culver City Station
KCRW Summer Nights with LA Plaza del Cultura y Artes
This edition of KCRW Summer Nights is very special, as it is accompanied by the highly anticipated exhibit A Great Day in East L.A.: Celebrando the Eastside Sound. The multimedia show explores the influences of East L.A.’s eclectic musical sound and history. Souldies rock group, The Altons, will headline the festivities, bookended by special guest DJs.
6 to 11 p.m. FREE
Go Metro: Take the A, B or E Line to Los Angeles Union Station, or take the Metro J Line bus and a number of local bus lines at Union Station.
San Fernando Valley Pride and Festival
The month of Pride festivities wraps up this weekend in the San Fernando Valley with a unity march! It starts at the intersection of Van Nuys Bl. and Gault Street and concludes at the Van Nuys Civic Center. The Valley Pride Festival’s family-friendly fun will feature a community resources fair, live entertainment, including renowned performers Mariachi Arcoiris, food trucks, games and a pop-up marketplace.
March 11 a.m.; Festival 1 p.m.
Go Metro: Take bus Line 233 or 237 to Van Nuys Civic Center
Saturday and Sunday
Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival
Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival will celebrate the best of beach life with an awesome two-day festival for all ages! From live music and a beer garden to a roller rink, kids obstacle course and next-level sandcastle displays, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss the beach volleyball, lifeguard and strongman competitions, skateboarding, paddleboarding and swimming in the sea.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. FREE
Go Metro: Take E Line to Downtown Santa Monica Station
Sunday, June 29
LAFC Soccer
Vancouver Whitecaps FC heads on down to sunny Los Angeles for an epic match against LAFC. Come out and cheer for our home team at BMO Stadium.
Go Metro: Connect to the E Line and exit Expo Park/USC, or take the J Line bus to 37th St/USC. Tips for your match day trip.
LA Sparks Basketball
The Sparks face the Chicago Sky this Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. Can the Sky even the score after a loss on Tuesday?
Go Metro: Take the A or E Line to Pico Station, which is a one-block walk from Crypto.com Arena in downtown L.A. The Metro J Line bus, as well as other local bus routes, also stop near the arena. Tips for your game day trip.
Check back next week for another weekend roundup!
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