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BRAZILIAN EVENTS
GENERAL FREE EVENTS
GENERAL EVENTS – WORTHY TO PAY
CALIFÓRNIA FREE SUMMER FUN
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BRAZILIAN EVENTS

(Sat, Dec 7th, 8pm) Brazilian and Dance Social: Forró & Samba @ Motivo LA located at 3509 Casitas Ave, Los Angeles, 90039. Join a festive evening of samba de gafieira and forró, including a special dance and music showcase featuring local and Brazilian artists. DJ Yukicito will be laying down the best tracks straight out of Brazil while you have a blast dancing the night away and connecting with others. Participation of Samba Los Angeles (bateria band), and dancers performances of Aneska França & Clinton Lacerda, Sula Gomes & Romulo Sant, and Aninha Malandro.

(Sat/Sun, Feb 22 and 23) Travel & Adventure Show Los Angeles at L.A Convention Center. This event is not a particular Brazilian Event, but will have the participation of EMBRATUR (Brazilian tourism promotion governmental organization) that will have a stand to promote Brazil. Here you can discover thousands of the newest vacation options from the top destinations from around the globe, and of course, Brazil. Learn the latest travel tips, trends and advice on 4 theaters located right on the show floor, and get the chance to meet your favorite travel celebrities including Rick Steves, Josh Gates, Pauline Frommer and more. Plus, you’ll have access to over ten-of-thousands of dollars in travel savings, trip giveaways and exclusive show-only deals, all included with your ticket.

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(Nov 6 + Dec 14 + Jan 11) Star Party at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, Santa Barbara. A clear, cloudless night can reveal countless galactic wonders. FREE event on the second Saturday of each month, the Palmer Observatory opens its doors to the public to use its state-of-the-art telescope. Join the Santa Barbara Astronomical Unit and fellow star enthusiasts to learn about the night sky.

(Fri to Sun, Nov 22–24) Cathedral City International Balloon Festival. The 10th annual event FREE festival offers the chance to ride in or witness the soaring majesty of hot-air balloons. On-the-ground activities include balloon tether rides, evening balloon glows, live music, gourmet food trucks, an outdoor market, a kids’ zone, and an art show. On Sat, Nov 23, LeAnn Rimes will perform at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater; afterward, a balloon glow will take place in downtown Cathedral City. A limited number of free concert tickets will be available to Cathedral City residents ages 21 and over. Festival and balloon glows are free; Friday-evening opening is $15 for adults (children under 4 are free). LeAnn Rimes concert tickets start at $50. Various locations, Cathedral City and Rancho Mirage.

(Sat/Sun, June 28-29) Santa Monica Pier Beach Festival, a FREE event for the whole family that celebrates the best of beach life with an awesome, all-ages festival! Expect ocean sports competitions, live music, food and drinks, interactive games, sampling by some of your favorite brands and so much more. Whether you’re hanging with the family, competing on land or at sea, or partying with your friends, this is an event not to be missed to join SoCA beach culture and at an iconic spot!

GENERAL EVENTS – WORTHY TO PAY

(Fri to Sun, Jan 9-12) Animé Los Angeles 20 at the Long Beach Convention Center. Last year’s arcade-themed blowout drew more than 17,000 costumed folks to the Long Beach Convention Center. With an international array of artists, musicians, and even souped-up cars taking over the sprawling convention space, this annual event is a big draw for fans of nearly every aspect of Japanese anime culture. This year’s theme is “Historical”: Expect a cosplay masquerade, industry panels, a fashion show, an exhibit and art hall, and extremely bright colors. Single-day presale tickets start at $35; $40 at the door.

CALIFORNIA FREE SUMMER FUN

Every Summer one of the greatest things in California is the Free Outdoor and Indoor Music Series in different venues/locations in the golden state – live music and dance FREE to the public is offered during the whole summer every year. Here bellow we cover mostly of these events in Southern California – or at least the best ones!

Twilight on the Pier in Santa Monica –  It has been a Southern California tradition for over twenty years. After severe storms damaged the Pier in 1983, the newly formed Santa Monica Pier Restoration Corporation and the Santa Monica Arts Commission decided to put together a series of concerts to raise awareness about the restoration project and build community spirit. Putting together a small amount of seed money to start the event, the City staged the first concerts under a large blue and white tent dubbed “The La Monica” after the ballroom that graced the Pier from the late 1930s to the early 1960s. Long-time friend of the Pier Katharine King named the concerts as “Twilight Dance Series” that now is knowing as “The Twilight on the Pier” – www.santamonicapier.org.

The Summer Sessions Free Outdoor Concert at the Getty Center in L.A – Each year the series presents a diverse lineup of musical talents, many of whom mix and match musical traditions and genres. The series showcased a myriad of musical styles, from hip-hop, blues, and rock, to Latin boogaloo, Afro-Peruvian jazz, Mexican cabaret, merengue, electronic beats, Indian rhythms, and even Algerian trance music. All concerts are free and no reservations are needed. Concerts take place from 6:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center. www.getty.edu

Summer Series Culver City Music Festival – The Culver City re-development agency and the City of Culver City Presents every year the Annual Culver City Summer Sunset Music Festival. Listen to a mix of Jazz, Samba, Bluegrass, 60’s Rock and World Music at the Culver City Hall Courtyard. Bring a blanket, chairs and a picnic basket and get ready to dance the night away with your family and friends! For more information please call 310-253-5716 or visit their website at www.culvercity.org. Locate at9770 Culver Blvd, at Duquesne. Free street parking, meter parking free after 6pm.

Summer Series at Fisherman’s Village – Located in beautiful Marina Del Rey in L.A area, Fisherman’s Village offers Saturday concerts from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Listen to sounds of Jazz, Reggae, R&B, Funk, Soul, Latin Jazz and Americana Pop. Visit the series website here: events.visitmdr.com– At 13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey. Free parking for the firsts 2 hours.

Summer Series at Burton Chace Park – The Free Marina del Rey Summer Concerts are held in a beautiful waterside setting at Burton Chace Park. The series features Thursday evening classical concerts showcasing the Marina del Rey Summer Symphony, with Frank Fetta, conductor and guest soloists. On alternate weeks, Saturday pop concerts star celebrated musical entertainers. You are welcome to bring a picnic basket full of your favorite foods! For more information please call 310-305-9545 or visit their website at 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, Parking $5 – www.beaches.lacounty.gov.

Summer Series at Pershing Square – Pershing Square is an outdoor concert and event center located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. It hosts an array of free programs for the downtown community such as Swingin’ Wednesday, Lunchtime Concerts and Salsa Sundays. For more information call 213-847-4970 or visit their website: laparks.org. At 532 South Olive, Los Angeles, Parking is $6 on Sunday, $14 on Saturday.

Summer Series at Levitt Pavilion – Stretch out on cool grass on a warm summer evening, gaze up at the stars and listen to an amazing kaleidoscope of music in the peaceful setting of Memorial Park in Old Pasadena. Hear welcomed sounds flowing from most beautiful band shell on the West Coast and – it’s all free! Bring the family, a friend or arrive solo or visit their website: levittlosangeles.org  At 87 North Raymond, Pasadena, Public and Private parking, prices vary.

Summer Series at Japanese American National Museum – Located in Little Tokyo near Downtown Los Angeles, the Japanese American National Museum is proud to present the 1st & Central Summer Concerts. Enjoy an array of diverse cultural music as the mission of the museum is to promote cross-cultural diversity and understanding. Reservations are required for all programs and seating is limited. Please call 213-625-0414 to make reservations. Events are subject to change. You may also visit their website www.janm.org. At 369 East First Street, Little Tokyo in L.A. Public and Private parking, prices vary.

Summer Series at California Plaza – Grand Performances presents free performing arts that reflect the best of global culture and inspire community among the diverse peoples of Los Angeles. Located at California Plaza in the heart of the Financial District in Downtown Los Angeles, this spectacular venue hosts an eclectic group of talented artists from all over the world. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy a fantastic evening under the lights of downtown. For more information please call or visit their website at www.grandperformances.org. 300-350 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles. Located at California Plaza, parking is $5 after 5pm on weekdays and on weekends.

City of Beverly Hills “Summer Nights” – The city of Beverlly Hills offer the Concerts on Canon summer season which kicks off in 2024 with Pride Night!  Pride Night featured artists Boyish and Yancyabril are from Music Forward Foundation’s LGBTQ+ Emerging Artists Award program.  Custom poems will also be created for guests, courtesy of Brian Sonia-Wallace and the Pride Poets! Visit their website www.beverlyhills.org Thursdays, June 6 through August 22, 6pm-8pm.

City of Manhattan Beach “Concerts in the Park” (Polliwog Park) – Open seating and free to the public. There are no dogs, barbecues or wheeled vehicles allowed at any time in the concert area. Your cooperation to keep our parks clean is appreciated. Visit their website www.manhattanbeach.gov – From June 30 to Sept 1 in 2024!

City of Hermosa Beach Sunset Concerts – The Hermosa Beach Concert Series will debut in 2024, repositioning the City’s 25-year tradition of free concerts on the beach. The Hermosa Beach Concert Series will take place south of the Pier on the two Sundays following Labor Day weekend; Visit their website www.hermosabeach.gov – September 8 and September 15 beginning at 3:00pm.

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