Catalina Museum for Art & History’s Oktoberfest returns to Avalon this Friday, October 3 from 6–9 p.m., featuring live Bavarian music by The Hammerstein Band, authentic bratwursts, and the chance to bring your own stein (BYOS) for a special raffle.
Guests are encouraged to don lederhosen and dirndls for a festive night celebrating Bavarian tradition by the sea. Tickets are $30 for members, $35 for non-members, and $15 for kids.
Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.) will host its first-ever Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., inviting the community to a free event featuring festive games, themed drinks, live music and more. Taking place within the newly launched Entertainment Zone – where guests can enjoy alcoholic beverages throughout Third Street Promenade – the 1200 block will serve as the hub for live entertainment and activities, with Bavarian-inspired décor extending across all three blocks.
Guests can look forward to lively German music, including a performance by the Zeitgeist Oktoberfest Band, who will kick off the festivities and lead traditional games, along with high-energy sets from Partydoktor Tom und die Sauerkrauts. The celebration will feature programming such as Polka dances, Oktoberfest games, themed photo opportunities and a dedicated kids’ play area.
Festivalgoers who purchase a beverage at participating Entertainment Zone locations will also receive a complimentary reusable Oktoberfest stein, while supplies last. Entertainment Zone participating businesses include 1212 Santa Monica, Barney’s Beanery, Cabo Cantina, Casa Martin, Holey Moley, Pickle Pop and Ugo Santa Monica. Community partners include the German American Club of Santa Monica and local exhibitors such as Fred Fitness and Goethe-Institut Los Angeles, with additional participants to be announced.
WHEN
Saturday, September 27, 2025
2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
WHERE
Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Stage located on the 1200 block of Third Street Promenade
REGISTRATION
Attendance is free, but registration is encouraged at Eventbrite.
MORE INFORMATION
Must be 21+ to purchase alcohol and participate in the Entertainment Zone. Please drink responsibly.
Credit: Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.)
The Jewel City Concert Seriesreturns this fall with five consecutive Saturdays of live music on the Artsakh Paseo, located at 127 Artsakh Avenue in Glendale’s Downtown Arts & Entertainment District. From September 27 through October 25, the community is invited to gather at 5:00 PM each Saturday for an eclectic mix of performances that reflect Glendale’s creative spirit and cultural diversity.
“The Jewel City Concert Series is part of our ongoing commitment to enliven the Artsakh Paseo and create meaningful cultural experiences in Downtown Glendale,” said Director of Glendale Library, Arts & Culture, Lessa Pelayo-Lozada. “The series highlights the creative talent within our community and adds something special to Saturday nights, bringing people together through music in a setting that feels uniquely Glendale.”
Presented by the City of Glendale Library, Arts & Culture Department and sponsored by the Arts and Culture Commission through funding from the Urban Art Program, the series brings neighbors, families, and friends together for a casual evening of live music in the heart of the city. Each concert turns the Paseo into a welcoming outdoor space where people can unwind, connect, and enjoy the rhythm of the city.
This year’s lineup includes:
Concertgoers are encouraged to arrive early to explore the surrounding district and support local businesses before the music begins. All performances are free and open to the public. Attendees are welcome to bring their own chairs, as seating is not provided. Performances run approximately 60 minutes without intermission.
About Library, Arts & Culture
Founded in 1907, the Glendale Library, Arts & Culture Department includes eight neighborhood libraries including the Brand Library & Art Center, a regional visual arts and music library and performance venue housed in the historic 1904 mansion of Glendale pioneer Leslie C. Brand, and the Central Library, a 93,000 square foot center for individuals and groups to convene, collaborate and create. The department also serves as the chief liaison to the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission which works to continually transform Glendale into an ever-evolving arts destination. Glendale Library Arts & Culture is supported in part through the efforts of the Glendale Library Arts & Culture Trust (GLACT). For more information visit GlendaleLAC.org, or contact Library, Arts & Culture at 818-548-2021 or via email at LibraryInfo@glendaleca.gov.
About the City of Glendale
Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of almost 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks & facilities, with easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking. Visit GlendaleCA.gov for more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.
About the Arts and Culture Commission
The mission of the Glendale Arts & Culture Commission is to enrich the human experience, reinforce Glendale’s identity and civic pride through arts and culture, and to recognize the importance of arts to our quality of life and to the local economy. This is accomplished by consciously integrating arts and culture into the daily life of the people of Glendale through urban design, planning, economic development, and education. For more information about the Glendale Arts & Culture Commission see the website: GlendaleArtsAndCulture.org
Lights. Camera. Coastline! Evenings on California’s Central Coast at Ventura Harbor Village just got a lot more fun, as the waterfront destination unveils its highly anticipated 2025 Seaside Movie Nights – a cinematic experience that fuses beloved throwback films with coastal charm. This free movie series spans from Summer to Fall 2025 at Ventura Harbor Village. www.VenturaHarborVillage.com
Taking place on three unforgettable Saturdays – August 9, September 6, and October 11 at sunset – this free outdoor movie series invites guests to gather outdoors on the scenic Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn, steps from the scenic marina. With cult
classics, such as E.T. The Extra- Terrestrial, JAWS, and Hocus Pocus, complimented by preshow fun, and plenty of seaside flavor, it’s a can’t-miss community tradition for locals and travelers alike!
This year’s theme is “Nostalgia on the Big Screen, “a tribute to the epic films of the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s that continue to capture the hearts of film lovers.
2025 SEASIDE MOVIE LINE-UP:
Saturday, August 9 – E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial
“Phone home” for this unforgettable journey from director Steven Spielberg that redefined movie magic.
• Preshow kicks off at 7:00 PM with glow crafts & giveaways
• Movie begins just after sunset around 8:00 PM
Saturday, September 6 – JAWS (50th Anniversary Screening)
Celebrate five decades of Spielberg’s thrilling masterpiece that changed summer cinema forever.
• Preshow at 6:30 PM with thrilling surprises & interactive fun
• Movie begins just after sunset around 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 11 – Hocus Pocus
Get spellbound by this Halloween cult favorite—costumes highly encouraged!
• Preshow at 5:30 PM includes a costume contest & spooky fun
• Movie begins at approximately 6:30 PM
Moviegoers are encouraged to arrive early to soak in the coastal ambiance. Dine waterside, enjoy DJ tunes, costume contests, and giveaways before the show. Bring low-back chairs and
cozy blankets—then settle in with fresh popped kettle corn, coffee, or tasty takeout from Village restaurants.
Need a cozy hoodie or soft blanket? Harbor Village shops have you covered! Prime viewing spots go fast—arrive at least an hour before sundown for the full experience.
Seaside Movie Nights will be hosted on the Ventura Harbor Village Main Lawn by Ventura Port District and sponsors at1583 Spinnaker Drive. Admission to the movies is FREE. Find more
details: www.VenturaHarborVillage.com
Parking: On-site paid parking now in effect on Saturdays with evenings free after 8 PM. Free parking options remain along Spinnaker Drive and at the Dolphin Lot (Safe Harbor Ventura Isle).
Accessibility: Wheelchair viewing is available along the promenade and near the stage.
Special thanks to Spotlight Sponsors: Brophy Bros. Clam Bar & Restaurant and On the Alley, with Community Contributors: Creative Coast Productions and Sunbelt Rentals.
Located along California’s stunning Central Coast, Ventura Harbor Village is a vibrant, family-friendly destination offering seaside dining, unique boutiques, live entertainment, and outdoor
adventure. Just minutes from Highway 101, and home to the Channel Islands National Park Visitor Center—it’s where coastal culture meets cinematic magic.
Follow & tag: @VenturaHarbor #SeasideMovieNights
Credit: Ventura Harbor Village.
TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, JULY 25 AT CIRQUEMUSICA.COM
TCG Entertainment, the leading producer of live entertainment, announces its all-new Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland tour to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada. A must-see holiday event and beloved tradition for families everywhere, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland launches with two tours on Nov. 19 in Ottumwa, Iowa and Nov. 25 in Rochester, Minnesota before traveling to more than 80 cities across the U. S. and Canada, including Seattle, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Tampa and Dallas/Fort-Worth. Tickets for all markets go on-sale Friday, July 25, 2025 at www.CirqueMusica.com.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland 2025 will have all-new costumes, new music and even more spectacular cirque acts, making this year’s show the most ethereal and breathtaking in its 16 years of inspiring holiday joy. Popular V.I.P. experience tickets are available in select markets for guests to go behind the scenes to meet cast members, pose for photos with props and more.
“This year, Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland has even more cirque acts to captivate and inspire awe in our audiences. We are proud to say it’s one of our most beautiful shows in all our years of holiday magic making,” said Stephen Cook, President of TCG Entertainment, Producer of Cirque Musica. “We are so excited to announce we have two Cirque Musica tours stopping in more than 80 cities this year. We look forward to working with our partners, venues and talented cast to bring our spectacular show to families everywhere.”
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland blends the spellbinding grace and daredevil athleticism of today’s greatest circus performers with a musical mix of timeless seasonal music. With some of the best cirque performers from around the world, audiences can expect a night of inspiring holiday entertainment accompanied by breath-taking acrobatic feats of strength and skill.
2025 Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland Tour Dates – Additional markets in the U.S. and Canada will be announced later this summer.
11/20/25 Mason City IA NIACC
11/21/25 Green Bay WI Weidner Center
11/22/25 Wausau WI Grand Theater
11/23/25 Burnsville MN Ames Center
11/25/25 Sioux Falls SD Washington Pavilion
11/25/25 Evansville IN Victory Theater
11/26/25 Ames IA Stephens Auditorium
11/26/25 Joliet IL Rialto Square Theater
11/28/25 Davenport IA Adler Theatre
11/28/25 Clarksville TN F&M Bank Arena
11/29/25 Bloomington IL Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
11/29/25 Rockford IL Coronado Theatre
11/30/25 Cedar Rapids IA Paramount Theater
11/30/25 Grand Forks ND Alerus Center
12/2/25 St. Louis MO The Factory
12/2/25 Edmonton AB River Cree Resort and Casino
12/3/25 Greenville PA Palace Theatre
12/3/25 Grand Prairie AB Bonnetts Energy Centre
12/4/25 Springfield MA MGM Springfield
12/4/25 Prince George BC CN Centre
12/5/25 Easton PA State Theater Center for the Arts
12/5/25 Abbotsford BC Abbotsford Centre
12/6/25 Cherokee NC Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort
12/6/25 Spokane WA First Interstate Center
12/7/25 Wilkes-Barre PA FM Kirby Center
12/7/25 Seattle WA Angel Of The Winds
12/9/25 Albany NY The Palace Theatre
12/10/25 Lowell MA Lowell Memorial Auditorium
12/11/25 Syracuse NY The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
12/11/25 San Jose CA San Jose Civic
12/12/25 Louisville KY Louisville Palace Theatre
12/12/25 Riverside CA Fox Theater
12/13/25 Rochester NY Kodak Center
12/13/25 Laughlin NV Fiesta Showroom at Harrah’s Laughlin
12/14/25 Atlantic City NJ Ocean City Casino Resort
12/15/25 Richmond VA Altria Theater
12/16/25 Roanoke VA Berglund Performing Arts Theatre
12/16/25 Folsom CA Harris Center
12/17/25 Augusta GA Miller Theater
12/17/25 Los Angeles CA Youtube Theater
12/18/25 The Villages FL Savannah Center
12/18/25 Friant CA Table Mountain Casino
12/19/25 Clearwater FL Ruth Eckard Hall
12/19/25 Friant CA Table Mountain Casino
12/20/25 Melbourne FL King Center
12/20/25 Mesa AZ Mesa Arts Center
12/21/25 Sarasota FL Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
12/21/25 Prescott AZ Findlay Toyota Center
12/22/25 Jacksonville FL Florida Theater
12/22/25 Grand Junction CO The Avalon Theatre
12/23/25 Baton Rouge LA Raising Cane’s River Center
12/23/25 Loveland CO Blue Arena
12/24/25 Cedar Park TX H-E-B Center at Cedar Park
12/26/25 Frisco TX Comerica Center
12/26/25 Amarillo TX Civic Auditorium
12/27/25 Fort Worth TX Will Rogers Auditorium
12/27/25 Santa Fe NM Buffalo Thunder Casino
12/28/25 San Antonio TX Tobin Center
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland is an unforgettable experience for the entire family to enjoy – a world-class circus experience infused with the holiday classics we all love. For more information on ticketing, visit www.CirqueMusica.com.
Credit: TCG Entertainment.
Looking for an unforgettable summer activity in Los Angeles? Titanic: A Voyage Through Time is a breathtaking virtual reality experience now open at Beverly Center, offering visitors the rare chance to step aboard history’s most legendary ship and journey to the ocean’s depths.
Presented by Fever, the leading entertainment discovery platform, and developed with Musealia’s historical experts, this immersive, interactive VR experience transports guests through time and space:
Whether you’re a history enthusiast, adventure seeker or simply looking for a unique way to spend a summer day, Titanic: A Voyage Through Time is an unforgettable experience for individuals, friends and families.
WHERE:
Beverly Center
8500 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
MORE INFORMATION:
For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit titanicexperiencevr.com/los-angeles/.
Credit: Fever.
Dogs! A Science Tail, a hands-on science exhibition that highlights the unique and dynamic nature of the bond between humans and dogs and enables guests to experience the extraordinary way that dogs see, hear, and smell the world, returns to the California Science Center and is now open. This free, immersive, multisensory, and highly interactive exhibition enables guests to learn first-hand the many ways dogs experience the world around them.
The exhibition demonstrates how science is helping us better understand and communicate with each other, which lies at the heart of the unique relationship between humans and dogs, and what makes this one of the most successful interspecies partnerships of all time. Dogs! A Science Tail was created and developed by the California Science Center in 2019 with support from the Annenberg Foundation and Wallis Annenberg PetSpace. PetSmart Charities®, the leading funder of animal welfare in North America, sponsored the subsequent national tour.
“Dogs! A Science Tail explores the powerful connection between dogs and humans, while examining their extraordinary traits and abilities,” said Jeffrey Rudolph, President and CEO of the California Science Center. “There is so much we can learn from dogs—how they restore our calm, strengthen communities, and live up to their title as man’s best friend. This has been a popular exhibition as it has toured the country, and we are delighted to bring it back home to advance our mission to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone.”
Guests will be able to explore the world from a dog’s perspective through a variety of hands-on exhibits. Experiences will range from listening to hidden sounds that dogs can hear but humans can’t, excavating replicas of fossils to determine if they belong to wolves or dogs, walking through an interactive neighborhood to understand how pets strengthen the community, or testing your pop-culture knowledge during a game of “Jeopawdy!” based on the show Jeopardy! and hosted by the late Alex Trebek. Guests can also interact with virtual dogs, explore the jobs that dogs and humans undertake together, test their running speeds, and get inside a dog’s head to see and hear like them.
Pets are not permitted inside the Science Center (apart from service dogs*), but guests can share personal digital photos and record stories of their dogs on a digital sharing wall in the exhibition photo gallery.
(*The Science Center welcomes service dogs. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service dog is defined as one that is individually trained to do work or perform specific tasks for a guest with a disability. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, pets and therapy dogs are not service animals under the ADA and are not permitted in the Science Center. Service dogs must behave in a safe manner and be under control at all times.)
Credit: The California Science Center.
