DTLA news: Best of Things to Do
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Aug 15, 2022
Best Museum
The Broad
221 S. Grand Avenue
213-232-6250
The Broad is a leading art museum featuring a collection of contemporary and post-war art dating back to the 1950s. It houses nearly 2,000 pieces in its collection by over 200 artists. Through its art foundation, the museum loans work to other institutions around the world to inspire and enrich the largest possible audience.
Reader Recommended
The Grammy Museum
800 W. Olympic Boulevard
213-725-5700
Japanese American National Museum
100 N. Central Avenue
213-625-0414
Best DTLA Annual Event
DTLA Film Festival
2658 Griffith Park Boulevard
323-660-1935
Founded in 2008, the DTLA Film Festival aims to give a variety of films and independent filmmakers around the world a place on the screen. While emphasizing those exploring diverse history, culture and political and social issues, the festival also puts all aspects of the lively Downtown Los Angeles community on display. Over a thousand features and shorts have been screened at the festival since its establishment.
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Chinatown Summer Nights
984 N. Broadway
DTLA Proud
532 S. Olive Street
Best Music Venue (Large)
Walt Disney Concert Hall
135 N. Grand Avenue
213-972-7211
Opened in 2003, The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall is a sophisticated venue for jazz, classical, contemporary and world music, as well as the home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and Los Angeles Master Chorale. The concert hall was designed by architect Frank Gehry, who created the exterior and interior to provide world-class acoustics and intimacy.
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The Theatre at Ace Hotel
929 S. Broadway
213-235-9614
Orpheum Theatre
842 S. Broadway
1-877-677-4386
Best Music Venue (Small)
Rhythm Room LA
206 W. Sixth Street
213-537-0394
An underground speakeasy and lounge, the Rhythm Room LA is a perfect social space for nightlife and live music. Guests can enjoy music, drinks and occasional ballroom dancing with friends in a warm, intimate environment. The bar is committed to providing exceptional service and one-of-a-kind experience.
Reader Recommended
The Regent
448 S. Main Street
323-284-5727
La Cita Bar
336 S. Hill Street
213-687-7111
Best Free Event Series
Grand Performances
350 S. Grand Avenue
213-687-2190
A nonprofit organization founded in 1986, Grand Performances’ mission is to unite and inspire community and diversity through free global performing arts. It showcases live music, dance, theater and more at the California Plaza in the Grand Avenue Arts District. All performances are free and open to all ages of the public.
Reader Recommended
Downtown LA Art Walk
411 S. Main Street
Grand Park
200 N. Grand Avenue
213-972-8080
Best Tourist Attraction
Little Tokyo
250 E. First Street
213-880-6875
Los Angeles history has been shaped by Little Tokyo since the late 1800s, which is one of the focal points of Japanese American culture in the United States today. A destination for shopping, cuisine, business and religion, it also has an expanding residential population. Its nonprofit, the Little Tokyo Business Association, was founded in 1959 to help the historic district’s growth and development.
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Walt Disney Concert Hall
111 S. Grand Avenue
323-850-2000
Olvera Street
125 Paseo de la Plaza
213-485-6855
Best Farmers Market
Historic Downtown Los Angeles Farmers Market
209-211 W. Fifth Street
760-859-4757
Launched in 2012, the Downtown LA Farmers Market is organized by the community and is the only certified farmers market in the neighborhood. Occurring every Sunday, it features fresh produce, local food, artisans and live music.
Reader Recommended
Grand Central Market
317 S. Broadway
213-359-6007
Arts District Farmers Market
740 E. Third Street
323-710-4198