# Things to Do in Los Angeles This Weekend \(Oct 16–18\)

Things to do in Los Angeles this weekend, Oct 16–18: 1 dated event, restaurants, family and date-night picks. Local guide refreshed daily. Updated Oct 13.

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This weekend in Los Angeles: Fri, Oct 16 – Sun, Oct 18, 2026 · 1 dated event

Updated: Oct 13, 2026

A live Los Angeles, CA guide: events, restaurants, and things to do — updated daily.

## Happening Today

Events and things to do tonight in Los Angeles

### SoFi Stadium Tours
Go behind the scenes of the NFL's architectural masterpiece with exclusive access to the locker rooms and field.
- Venue: SoFi Stadium Tours
- Location: Inglewood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 09:00
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Football fans and design lovers
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/sofi-stadium-tours-inglewood-california-10-13-2026/event/0A0064E2A62F6A23

### Sara Bareilles: The Good Grief Tour
Catch an intimate and moving evening of piano-driven pop and storytelling on the historic Hollywood stage.
- Venue: Dolby Theatre
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 20:00
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Music lovers
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/sara-bareilles-the-good-grief-tour-hollywood-california-10-13-2026/event/090064C2D945CF31

### The Outsiders \(Touring\)
Experience the gritty, Tony-winning Broadway musical adaptation brought to life on the grand Pantages stage.
- Venue: Hollywood Pantages Theatre
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-13 19:30
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Theater enthusiasts
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/the-outsiders-touring-los-angeles-california-10-13-2026/event/0B0064C3A7455627

## This Weekend in Los Angeles, CA

Top picks for the upcoming autumn weekend

### Milwaukee Brewers at Los Angeles Dodgers: NLCS
October baseball under the Chavez Ravine lights as the Dodgers kick off the National League Championship Series at home.
- Venue: Dodger Stadium
- Location: Echo Park, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-14 7:00 PM
- Cost: $$$$
- Best for: Sports fans
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/Z7r9jZ1AAZPfv

### Los Angeles Football Club vs. Austin FC
Fast-paced MLS action under the open-air canopy of BMO Stadium with the 3252 supporter section roaring.
- Venue: BMO Stadium
- Location: Exposition Park, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-14 19:30
- Cost: $$
- Best for: Soccer fans
- Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/los-angeles-football-club-vs-austin-los-angeles-california-10-14-2026/event/0A006373F37C9427

### Taste of Soul Family Festival
Stroll down historic Crenshaw Boulevard for L.A.'s premier free street festival celebrating community, live music, and incredible regional soul food.
- Venue: Crenshaw Blvd \(Obama Blvd to Stocker St\)
- Location: Crenshaw, Los Angeles
- Date: 2026-10-17 10:00 AM
- Cost: $
- Best for: Families and food lovers
- Link: https://lasentinel.net/taste-of-soul-2026

## Eat & Drink

New neighborhood spots and breezy patios for October weather

### Ka'teen
Dine beneath a reed tunnel entrance into a lush, jungle-like Tulum-inspired patio serving wood-fired Yucatán plates and mezcal cocktails.
- Location: Hollywood, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Date night
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Ka%27teen%20Hollywood%2C%20Los%20Angeles

### The Night We Met
A striking romantic dinner spot along the La Brea corridor blending modern Chinese and Thai flavors in a high-design setting.
- Location: Mid-Wilshire, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Groups and couples
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=The%20Night%20We%20Met%20Mid-Wilshire%2C%20Los%20Angeles

## New & Notable

Seasonal highlights and limited-run cultural experiences

### John Carpenter: Prince of Darkness Film Series
Spooky season is in full swing with 35mm screenings of classic horror masterworks accompanied by iconic pulsing synth scores.
- Location: Miracle Mile, Los Angeles
- Cost: $
- Best for: Film buffs
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=John%20Carpenter%3A%20Prince%20of%20Darkness%20Film%20Series%20Miracle%20Mile%2C%20Los%20Angeles

### FocusFest on the Universal Lot
An immersive studio-lot celebration featuring classic Focus Features screenings, themed photo-ops, and complimentary treats.
- Location: Universal City, Los Angeles
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Movie lovers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=FocusFest%20on%20the%20Universal%20Lot%20Universal%20City%2C%20Los%20Angeles

## Quick Escape

Weekend trips within a short drive of Los Angeles

### Ojai Valley & Pink Moment Sunsets
Drive 90 minutes north to unwind under ancient oak trees, browse indie bookstores in the rustic arcade, and watch the evening 'Pink Moment' light up Topa Topa mountain.
- Location: Ojai, CA \(90 min drive from LA\)
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Relaxation seekers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Ojai%20Valley%20%26%20Pink%20Moment%20Sunsets%20Ojai%2C%20CA%20(90%20min%20drive%20from%20LA)

### Catalina Island Coastal Retreat
Hop on the ferry from San Pedro or Long Beach for an hour-long ocean crossing to explore the Mediterranean-vibe streets of Avalon by golf cart.
- Location: Avalon, Catalina Island \(Ferry from LA ports\)
- Cost: $$$
- Best for: Adventure seekers
- Link: https://www.google.com/search?q=Catalina%20Island%20Coastal%20Retreat%20Avalon%2C%20Catalina%20Island%20(Ferry%20from%20LA%20ports)

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