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Ongoing Pop-Up Shops & Events
Lunya's The Bedroom Pop-Up at The Grove (Beverly Grove): Shop the chic L.A. sleepwear label's functional and fashionable loungewear during its month-long pop-up at The Grove. Plus, don't forget to swing by Friday, Feb. 7 and Saturday, Feb. 8 for special dream-inspired immersive installation.
When: Now through Tuesday, Feb. 28
Where: The Grove, 189 The Grove Dr., L.A., 90048
Well(un)known pop-up at Row DTLA (Arts District): After launching last year, cool online boutique Well(un)known is bringing its roster of forward-thinking emerging designers to Shopify's pop-in space at Row DTLA. Expect womenswear, menswear, and accessories from Vala Los Angeles, Brother Vellies, A.W.A.K.E., Mara Paris, Christos, Percy Lau, and more. Plus, swing by during the shop's last day from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for a discussion on entrepreneurship as part of Shopify's Black History Month festivities.
When: Now through Thursday, Feb. 27
Where: Shopify at Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda St., Building 1, Suite 100, L.A., 90021
Wednesday, February 12
Kyle Richards' Galentine's Day at Kendra Scott (Century City): The RHOBH star is taking over jewelry designer Kendra Scott's Westfield Century City boutique for a night of charitable shopping. Enjoy sips and sweets while you shop; plus, 20% of the evening's proceeds will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. RSVP online here.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Kendra Scott at Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Century City, 90067
La Kaiser x Veronica Beard Pre-Valentine's Day Shopping Party (West Hollywood): Shop for yourself or your favorite valentines when fine jewelry designer Cindy Kaiser's namesake brand, La Kaiser, takes over Veronica Beard's Melrose Place boutique. Who What Wear writer Dale Arden Chong will be hosting the soirée from 6 to 8 p.m., when guests can enjoy bubbly while they shop and mingle. RSVP to melrosersvp@veronicabeard.com.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Veronica Beard, 8471 Melrose Pl., West Hollywood, 90069
Sculpting with Tori Simeone at Carbon38 (Pacific Palisades): Get toned at Palisades Village's park with Tone It Up fitness instructor Tori Simeone during the free total-body barre workout, which incorporates low-impact, high-intensity moves. Spots are first-come, first-serve; RSVPs are encouraged by emailing rsvp@carbon38.com.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 12 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Where: Palisades Village, 15225 Palisades Village Lane, Pacific Palisades, 90272
Thursday, February 13
After Hours at Platform (Culver City): Enjoy tarot card readings, live poetry, wine tastings, and a live performance to celebrate Maison Kitsuné's opening during the pre-Valentine's Day edition of Platform's weekly After Hours soirée.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Platform, 8850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 90232
Beverly Hills Lingerie Party at Fred Segal (West Hollywood): Enjoy sweet treats and cocktails while you shop Beverly Hills Lingerie's luxe underpinnings at Fred Segal's Collective space.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 from 3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Collective at Fred Segal, 8500 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 90069
Celebrate Black Entrepreneurship at Shopify (DTLA Arts District): Soak up words of wisdom during Shopify's second annual Black Entrepreneurship Celebration. Uzo Ejikeme from Stuzo Clothing, Justin Phillips from Support Black Colleges and Loraine Dowdy from Coloured Raine Cosmetics will share insights on commerce and more at the panel moderated by Paigion Walker. Plus, shop black-owned businesses, enjoy bites and drinks, and mingle with other creatives.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Shopify at Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda St., Building 1, Suite 100, L.A., 90021
Dover Street Market x Frieze L.A. Installations (DTLA Arts District): Celebrate the international contemporary art fair's return to L.A. at Dover Street Market, where there'll be complimentary drinks, special launches, and more all weekend. Expect free sips from Rose Bakery Friday and Saturday (3 to 6 p.m.) and Sunday (3 to 5:30 p.m.) while browsing the newest installations from Nike x Tom Sachs, Mikimoto Comme Des Garcons, Brett Westfall x Virgil Normal, Cactus Store, Vyner Articles, Brain Dead, and Online Ceramics; new launches include Palace, Irak, Marine Serre, Idea, Cecilie Bahnsen DSM Exclusives, Maison Margiela, Kiko Kostadinov x Asics, Suzanne Kalan, Lizworks, The Beauty Space by Race Willard, Vintage Cartier Watches by Harry Fane, and Noah SS20. Get the full rundown here.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 16
Where: Dover Street Market L.A., 1438 E. 6th St., L.A., 90021
Felix Art Fair (Hollywood): The second annual Felix Art Fair once again takes over the iconic Roosevelt Hotel, bringing together renowned contemporary art galleries from across the world under one stylish roof. This year's special project theme — curated by William J. Simmons — is "Cruel Optimism," which focuses on theorist and historian Lauren Berlant's concept that "exists when something you desire is actually an obstacle to your flourishing." Tickets are $25 for the entire weekend (including Thursday evening's preview hours starting at 6 p.m.); buy them online here.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 16
Where: The Hollywood Roosevelt, 7000 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 90028
Frieze Los Angeles (Hollywood & beyond): The contemporary art fair takes over L.A. for an entire week of collaborations with galleries and museums, public exhibitions, performances, and more. From Feb. 14 to 16, expect a full schedule of panel discussions, film screenings, food, and showcases from over 70 galleries at Paramount Pictures Studios' movie set backlot. Frieze is also partnering with the Broad, the Getty, the Hammer, LACMA, MOCA, and others for off-site events and exhibitions, such as a mural by Barbara Kruger at NeueHouse Hollywood, a showcase of Louis Vuitton's Objets Nomades collection at Milk Studios, screenings at NeueHouse and West Hollywood Edition, and much more. General admission tickets for Frieze's programs and galleries for Saturday and Sunday start at $125, while Friday preview tickets are $225 to $500; see the full schedule here and buy tickets online here.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, Feb. 16
Where: Paramount Studios, 5515 Melrose Ave., L.A., 90038; other venues
Hulu's High Fidelity Pop-Up at Amoeba (Hollywood): To toast the streaming giant's new series starring Zoe Kravitz and inspired by the Nick Hornby's cult classic book and film (which starred her mother, Lisa Bonet), Amoeba Records will be transformed into a High Fidelity-inspired space. Expect interactive experiences, giveaways, and more; plus, Hulu is partnering with Little Kids Rock for all three days and matching 50% of sales, which will go to the music education nonprofit.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 to Saturday, Feb. 15 (1 to 7 p.m. daily)
Where: Amoeba Records, 6400 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, 90028
Kule "His & Hers Stripes" Trunk Show at The Optimist (Culver City): Swing by cult-favorite label Kule's pre-Valentine's Day trunk show at stylish men's concept boutique The Optimist and pick up matching striped sweaters, outerwear, accessories, and more; RSVP by emailing hello@theoptimistla.com.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Optimist at Platform, 8820 Washington Blvd., Suite 102, Culver City, 90232
Spring/Break Art Show (DTLA Arts District): For its second L.A. event, the contemporary art show will feature the theme of "In Excess," which will bring over 50 curated exhibitions of local artists, curators, collectives, and galleries to Row DTLA's Skylight space. Tickets are $25 to $50; get more details and buy them onine here.
When: Friday, Feb. 14 to Sunday, Feb. 16
Where: Skylight at Row DTLA, 757 South Alameda St., L.A., 90021
The Sill's One-Year Anniversary Party (Beverly Grove): Toast fashionable plant shop The Sill's first anniversary in L.A. and enjoy vino, bites, and 10% off storewide (be sure to mention the code AnniversaryVIP), including on Valentine's Day bundles.
When: Thursday, Feb. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Sill, 8125 West 3rd St., L.A., 90048
Friday, February 14
Bumble x Élephante Valentine's Day (Santa Monica): Stylish rooftop eatery Élephante is teaming with Bumble to celebrate love and equality on V-Day. Expect plenty of Mediterranean-inspired food alongside cocktails by Select, El Tesoro, and Haku Vodka. Get on the invite-only list by emailing mallory@beverlybondpr.com, and don't forget to flash your Bumble app upon arrival!
When: Friday, Feb. 14 from 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: Élephante, 1332 2nd St., Santa Monica, 90401
Pixi Glow & Go beauty bash (Century City): Get pampered at Pixi's L.A. flagship at Westfield Century City, where beauty buffs will enjoy gratis personalized skincare and makeup mini-treatments, surprise gifts, deluxe samples, refreshments, and more. There's a $25 reservation fee (which will go towards your in-store purchase); save your spot and buy your ticket online here.
When: Friday, Feb. 14 from 4 to 8 p.m.
Where: Pixi Beauty at Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 2380, L.A., 90067
Rosé and Clay at Still Life Ceramics (DTLA Arts District): Learn how to make your own pottery and celebrate with some rosé at Still Life Ceramics' space at Row DTLA. After the class, Rappahannock will treat guests to a glass of vino. The one-hour class is $65 per person; book online here.
When: Friday, Feb. 14 starting at 7 p.m.
Where: Still Life Ceramics at Row DTLA, 767 South Alameda St., Suite 198, L.A., 90021
Friday, February 28
Caucus, Cocktails, & Cabaret (Silver Lake): Sip cocktails (open bar!), sing your favorite Broadway tunes, and do your political due diligence ahead of the March primary at this pre-election event with Courage California. They'll be sharing a progressive voter guide to help Angelenos decide on how to vote for public school funding, judges, initiatives, and other local issues; tickets are $10 and available here.
When: Friday, Bef. 28 from 7 to 10 p.m.; open bar is from 7 to 8 p.m. and show is from 8 to 10 p.m.
Where: El Cid, 4212 Sunset Blvd., 90029
