Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Los Angeles! Today’s date is Friday, November 14, 2025, and I’m Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting sports and adventure fanatic, reporting from the heart of LA—where the only thing more unpredictable than the freeways is the entertainment scene! As the city shakes off a few morning clouds, the weather gods are promising delicious sunshine with perfect sweater weather, highs in the upper 60s. Locals are buzzing with playoff energy, a fresh wave of concerts, and wild holiday spirit already kicking off!

Let’s dive into the kaleidoscope of events electrifying Los Angeles today. If you’re a sports fan, UCLA Men’s Basketball goes head-to-head with Arizona this afternoon—expect both grit and glam at Pauley Pavilion. For a cultural kick, the LA Philharmonic serves up Mozart, Ravel, and Pintscher at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Speaking of music, Portugal. The Man will light up the night at 7 PM, and not far behind, Hiroyuki Sawano’s live performance at Peacock Theater promises to thrill anime and J-rock fans alike.

Think LA nightlife is all velvet ropes? Tonight, DJ Spinna’s Soul Slam brings Motown magic to Echoplex, while the cheeky “Santa’s Secret” cabaret immerses you in holiday mischief at Voss Events. For families, the Hollywood Christmas Parade launches the holiday season with floats, marching bands, and enough sparkle to rival the Walk of Fame. If you want starry vibes, the Rooftop Cinema Club is screening films downtown; catch a movie under the city lights—wireless headphones included, boas optional.

Let’s take a quick pit stop for city news! For all you foodies, heads-up: Los Angeles Magazine’s much-anticipated FOOD Event has been postponed due to incoming storms next week, so hang tight and keep those forks polished. On the bright side, new Italian café Il Fresco just opened in Silver Lake, with rumors of a tiramisu that’ll change your life. Metro is easing weekend service along the Expo Line for the games and parade, so ditch the car if you can.

Whether you’re an LA lifer or it’s your first day in Tinseltown, you’ve got to taste the city’s energy. Hop over to Grand Central Market for legendary carnitas tacos, or if you’re legend-hunting, check out the murals on Melrose Avenue—perfect for that “I woke up in LA” photo op. If you’re chasing the weird side of the city, did you know LA hosts a yearly Stone Skipping Championship at Echo Park Lake? Winners have been known to spark the envy of ducks citywide.

Looking ahead, tomorrow brings the opening of Yuletide Cinemaland at Heritage Square—think Christmas movies among Victorian mansions with carolers and cider. And if you missed Portugal. The Man, Sigur Rós serenades the city Saturday night for all you lovers of ethereal vibes.

Thanks for tuning in, thrill-seekers and city explorers. Keep your sneakers laced and your calendars handy, because in LA, the adventures never sleep.

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