Tickets are now live for the 2026 Los Angeles Auto Show, returning downtown with test drives, custom cars and a limited-time discount.

Roger’s Gardens is bringing Venice-after-dark vibes to Corona del Mar with a free Halloween boutique opening Aug. 28.

John Carpenter is bringing his first original graphic novel and a heavy-metal companion album to Midsummer Scream in Long Beach this weekend.

A $40 outdoor movie night at Regent Santa Monica Beach pairs <em>Eat Pray Love</em> with ocean views, unlimited popcorn, and Route 66 flair.

A West Hollywood grocery run turned into a Spider-Man kissing booth as fans lined up for upside-down smooches and photos.

Vans Warped Tour will return to Long Beach’s Shoreline Waterfront for another two-day festival in July 2027, with presale tickets coming Friday.

Doja Cat will play Chase Center on Oct. 19, 2026, with Latto joining the North American leg. Tickets and VIP packages are available through official channels.

YG and The Game will trade hits on VERZUZ in Los Angeles on July 23, streaming on Apple Music and Complex.

After Tuesday’s draw produced no grand-prize winner, Mega Millions climbed to an estimated $743 million for Friday’s drawing. Two tickets matched five numbers and paid multimillion prizes.

COAST 2026 turns more than a mile of downtown Santa Monica car‑free this Sunday, with stages, wellness programming and big screens for the World Cup final.

The OC Fair opens Friday in Costa Mesa with new cultural exhibits, returning rides and expanded concert nights. Pre‑sale discounts end July 16; advance tickets are recommended.

Knott’s long‑shuttered Montezooma’s Revenge returns this July as MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress, with a new storyline and randomized launches. Fans finally get to ride again.

French media groups Banijay and Bolloré have surfaced as potential suitors for Lionsgate Studios as the company reviews strategic options. The interest shines a light on the studio’s valuable franchises and who might pay for them.