Listeners looking for a memorable week in Los Angeles will find a city bursting with iconic adventures, pop culture wonders, outdoor escapes, and culinary gems. For pure fun-by-the-sea, Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier boasts 12 rides including the solar-powered Pacific Wheel, with rides, games, and seaside eats running every day this week from 11 AM to 10 PM. Venice Beach buzzes nearby with street performers, vibrant murals, skate parks, and muscle beach workouts. If you want to cruise the coastline, rent a bike and ride The Strand, a 22-mile beachside path.

Live music lovers have huge opportunities: legendary punk band The Offspring lights up the Kia Forum on August 29 at 7 PM, making for an unforgettable LA night. Downtown’s California Plaza often hosts free concerts in an electric urban setting, while Sunset Boulevard is famous for its late-night music clubs from the Whisky a Go Go to the Troubadour. Dodgers fans can catch the Arizona Diamondbacks at Dodger Stadium on August 31—a classic LA sports experience surrounded by the energy of the faithful.

Theme park enthusiasts have top choices: Universal Studios Hollywood is both a working film studio and a full theme park with Wizarding World of Harry Potter attractions, while Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in Anaheim offer Pixar-themed rides and fairy tale magic. For history and science, check out the La Brea Tar Pits for ongoing fossil excavations, and tour the California Science Center, where you can see the Space Shuttle Endeavour.

Art seekers should visit the Getty Center for medieval to modern masterpieces with panoramic views, or The Getty Villa for ancient Greek and Roman antiquities beside the Pacific. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art houses over 150,000 works and is the largest in the western U.S.

Outdoor adventurers will find scenic hikes like Runyon Canyon and Griffith Observatory Trail for inspiring city views. If you're feeling bold, try a guided horseback ride to the iconic Hollywood sign or take a paddleboard lesson in Malibu. Ocean lovers can surf famous breaks at Santa Monica or Manhattan Beach, or even take a yoga class right on the sand at Dockweiler State Beach.

For foodies, the Original Farmers Market at 3rd and Fairfax is a culinary playground with everything from gourmet tacos to Parisian pastries, while the Santa Monica Farmers’ Market offers fresh Southern California produce. Beverly Hills promises luxury, with elegant shopping on Rodeo Drive, but even more fun is people-watching at trendy cafés or simply window shopping among designer boutiques.

Hidden gems abound: the Night Market during the Downtown LA Art Walk has street food, pop-up art, and local music. Secret Los Angeles recommends exploring vintage speakeasies or taking a coastal wine tasting tour for something totally unique.

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