Mark your cal for these pop-up shops and markets, stylish soirées, trunk shows, and other cool Los Angeles events.
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Ongoing Pop-Up Shops & Events
Chamberlain Coffee Pop-Up (Melrose): Coffee lovers, rejoice! Influencer Emma Chamberlain's coffee brand, Chamberlain Coffee is taking over Los Angeles' Carrera Cafe this weekend. The 'grammable cafe will be serving the java brand's Family Blend and featuring latte art designs that include the brand's core characters, a bird, cat, dog, and owl.
When: Friday, May 14 through Sunday, May 16
Where: Carrera Cafe, 8251 Melrose Ave., L.A., 90046
Kinjaz x Row DTLA Pop-Up (Arts District): The global dance group, media house, and lifestyle brand Kinjaz is hosting a pop-up that will include a retail store and weekly dance workshops. Dance the night away on the DTLA rooftop and get exclusive deals on KinAesthetik apparel and KinjaBang Noodles. Advanced level dance classes are $15, while beginner classes are free. All proceeds will go to the GoFundMe AAPI Community Fund; get more details here.
When: Saturday, May 8 through Sunday, May 29
Where: Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda St., L.A., 90021
Elsewhere At the Madcap Motel (Arts District): After being postponed for nearly a year due to the pandemic, the Elsewhere at Madcap Motel is finally opening its doors for visitors. The immersive experience will allow guests to journey through a time-warping worm-hole and take photos in the many decorative rooms. Tickets are $30 for children and $40 for adults; you can purchase them here. We're also giving away a pair of tickets to one lucky winner. Enter to win here.
When: Now through Sunday, June 27
Where: Elsewhere at the Madcap Motel, 940 East 4th St., L.A., 90013
Rumble Outdoor Fitness Classes (Santa Monica): Looking for a unique way to stay in shape? Santa Monica Place and Rumble are teaming up to bring boxing-inspired group fitness classes to the Place's rooftop deck. The 45-minute class will feature 10-round full-body workouts with their specially designed equipment. Rumble's outdoor classes start at $32 per class or $225 for 10 classes and can be purchased here.
When: Now through May 31
Where: Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Pl., Santa Monica, 90401
Spring Garden at the Beverly Center (Beverly Grove): Capture picture-perfect memories at the Beverly Center's spring garden, located at the shopping center's Third Street entrance. Expect flower blooms, lemonade stands, and many other selfie-ready spaces.
When: Now through May 31
Where: Beverly Center, 8500 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 90048
Thursday, May 13
Rooftop Cinema Club Coming to America Screening (El Segundo): Rooftop Cinema Club is back and they're bringing their movie nights back on the roof. The outdoor theater will be screening 1988's Coming to America. Tickets for one lounge seat start at $18.50; book your spot online here.
When: Thursday, May 13 at 8:15 p.m.
Where: Rooftop Cinema Club El Segundo, 1310 East Franklin Ave., El Segundo, 90245
Friday, May 14
Hollywood Legion Theater The Bourne Identity Screening (Hollywood): Watch an action film from your car in the heart of Hollywood. The Hollywood Legion Drive-In will feature The Bourne Identity. Tickets are $65 and they include a spot for one vehicle, candy, soda and unlimited popcorn. Buy your drive-in tickets here.
When: Friday, May. 14 at 8:15 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Legion Theater, 2035 North Highland Ave., L.A., 90068
Saturday, May 15
Donni.'s Waffle Bar Pop-Up at Fred Segal (West Hollywood): Shop L.A. label Donni.'s chic half-zip waffle sweaters ($234) and get your goods customized, plus enjoy hot Belgian waffles and free florals during the afternoon pop-up.
When: Saturday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Fred Segal Sunset, 8500 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 90069
Makers Market L.A. (Silver Lake): Shop over 20 local vendors offering handmade, sustainable, and unique goods, including clothing, accessories, jewelry, bags, art, home goods, confections, and more. There'll also be oracle readings and tunes on vinyl by Matcab, and Jewel will also be serving food.
When: Saturday, May 15 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Jewel, 654 North Hoover St., L.A., 90004
Unique Markets Spring Pop-Up (Arts District): Unique Markets is back! Shop over 100 vendors offering clothing, accessories, home decor, art, beauty, skincare, and more at this two-day outdoor pop-up at Row DTLA. Tickets are $10 per day; buy them here.
When: Saturday, May 15 through Sunday, May 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda St., L.A., 90021
Skirball Cultural Center Reopening (L.A.) With Los Angeles moving into the yellow tier, many of our favorite museums are reopening and increasing their capacity, including the Skirball Cultural Center. The educational institution will be opening its doors to the general public and debuting its new exhibit, "Ai Weiwei: Trace." General Admission is $12; purchase your tickets here.
When: Saturday, May 15
Where: Skirball Cultural Center, 2701 North Sepulveda Blvd., L.A., 90049
Sunday, May 16
Electric Dusk Drive-In Screening of Pixar Disney's Finding Nemo (Glendale): The Electric Dusk Drive-In and Secret Movie club is back and screening the family-friendly film Finding Nemo. The single feature screening is $23; buy the tickets here.
When: Sunday, May 16 at 8:15 p.m.
Where: Glendale Sears Parking Lot, 211 West California Ave., Glendale, 91203
Melrose Trading Post (Melrose): Continuing their Sunday stay, the Melrose Trading Post is back and hosting their weekly flea market. Visitors can shop art, clothing, furniture, beauty products and more from local vendors. Safety protocols include limited capacity and mandatory masks. Tickets to RSVP for the Melrose Trading post are $5; buy online here.
When: Sunday, May 16 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Fairfax High School, 7850 Melrose Ave., L.A., 90046
Rosé All Day (Westlake Village): Sip on rosé all afternoon at the dreamy Mediterranean-inspired Westlake Village Inn, where vino lovers are encouraged to wear their pink chic best. Guests will enjoy six two-ounce tastings of rosés from around the world, a half dozen oysters and shrimp cocktails from Stonehaus, and a commemorative glass alongside live music. Tickets are $75 per person plus tax; buy online here.
When: Sunday, May 16 from 2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Westlake Village Inn, 31943 Agoura Rd., Westlake Village, 91361
