Listeners looking for entertaining and unique things to do in Los Angeles this week have a range of options, whether you're in town for just a day or exploring like a local. For music fans, L.A. LIVE is buzzing: this evening, July 20th, hear Los Horóscopos de Durango at 11 AM, or plan ahead for Disney Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour on July 26th at 7:30 PM and A.R. Rahman’s Wonderment Tour that same night at 8 PM. Classical, pop, and global music take over iconic venues from the GRAMMY Museum and Hollywood Bowl to the Novo and Peacock Theater—each night holds new rhythms and major acts across the city. Songkick highlights The Psychedelic Furs, SiR at the Hollywood Bowl, and indie faves The Buttertones at Troubadour this week, giving live music lovers plenty of choice.

If you’re into sports, the city’s energy is electric with matches like LAFC vs. Galaxy at BMO Stadium on July 19th and the Sparks vs. Las Vegas Aces at Crypto.com Arena on August 1st. Dive into the action, or if you’re more hands-on, get outdoors and join the Los Angeles Hiking Group's “Perfect Weather Hike” in Griffith Park every Saturday around 5:30 PM. These two-hour guided adventures take you through hidden trails, up to Beacon Hill, and offer spectacular city views, mixing exercise with a bit of local culture—plus optional post-hike snacks at a neighborhood bakery.

Art lovers and culture seekers, head to Barnsdall Art Park for Friday Night Wine Tastings—one of L.A.'s best-loved summer events. Relax on the historic Hollyhock House lawn with boutique wines, city views, and a rotating mix of food trucks. Events at Beverly Hills, like Gagosian’s “The Domes” exhibition and the ongoing Concerts on Cañon, offer another slice of L.A.’s sophisticated, art-forward scene. For hidden gems, the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is perfect for morning explorations or picnics, and close by, El Matador State Beach tempts with wild coastal beauty just outside the city bustle.

Thrill-seekers can see Los Angeles from a whole new angle with a helicopter tour over downtown and the beaches, or hop on a guided bike ride through colorful Santa Monica and Venice Beach. For water lovers, try a small group surf lesson in Santa Monica—perfect for “first wave” photos and lifelong beach memories.

Film buffs: this month features outdoor screenings at classic sites. Top Gun, La La Land, and Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion light up the July events calendar according to TimeOut Los Angeles, often paired with food, fireworks, or themed parties. And all year, quirky gems like The Original Hollywood Sign Hike commemorate moments like the sign’s 100th anniversary—a must-do for Insta snaps and skyline views. If city traffic gets you down, the Pacific Coast Highway smartphone audio tour lets you DIY a road trip from L.A. to Santa Maria packed with local lore.

Craving something distinctly L.A.? Don’t miss the Beverly Hills Farmers' Market for celebrity sightings, gourmet bites, and California-fresh produce, or swing by The Village Cafe post-hike for classic pastries and cooling drinks. The art colony scenes in neighboring Laguna Beach offer open studios and ongoing events like Festival of Arts’ Battle of the Arts, perfect for a creative day trip by the sea.

Los Angeles never sleeps and neither does its calendar, mixing blockbuster attractions with hidden, hyper-local experiences—from world music at sunrise to indie bands in speakeasy basements, street food celebrations to secret staircase hikes. Whether you love sports, music, sunshine, or a taste of showbiz sparkle, Los Angeles offers an adventure for every style this week.

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