The Los Angeles cultural calendar features a diverse lineup of events running through late December, anchored by the David Lynch art exhibition at Pace Gallery.
David Lynch Art Exhibition at Pace Gallery
Pace Gallery at 1201 S. La Brea Ave. in Mid-Wilshire is hosting an exhibition exploring the intersection of David Lynch’s films, photography, and paintings through Dec. 23. Admission to the gallery space is free. Lynch helped shape modern-day Los Angeles through his cinematic works, visual art, and his daily weather reports on KCRW, capturing the distinct light and darkness of the city.
Community Gatherings and Film Showcases
Community resilience in the Pacific Palisades takes center stage Sunday, Oct. 4, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at The Longest Table. The free neighborhood potluck features long tables set up on Pampas Ricas Blvd. between Sunset and Chapala, inviting residents to bring dishes to share. Meanwhile, the 18th annual Hola México Film Festival runs through Saturday, Oct. 3, across various locations, concluding with an outdoor screening of a romantic comedy at Plaza de Culturas y Artes featuring a performance by Spaghetti Cumbia.
Art Walks and Specialized Workshops
Santa Monica commemorates the 100th anniversary of Historic Route 66 with the Montana Avenue Art Walk on Saturday, Oct. 3, stretching between 6th St. and 17th St. The event features art pop-ups, interactive displays, food, and music. For those seeking alternative activities, Hermosa Beach’s Clark Building hosts a romantasy-themed sword yoga class on Monday, Oct. 5, blending kung-fustyle sword fighting with yoga for $45.67.
Music and Comedy Performances
The Ford in Hollywood hosts “America(!) the Beautiful(?)” on Saturday, Oct. 3, starting at $35. The event brings together artists including Kai the Universe, Xiuhtezcatl, Marc Bamuthi Joseph, and Aja Monet for a night of soul, jazz, hip-hop, and poetry exploring national identity. In Silver Lake, Native American satirist Joey Clift hosts an all-Native comedy show at the Elysian Theater on Saturday, Oct. 3, celebrating his new book, “We’ve Been Here The Whole Time! A Not So Sacred Guide to All Things Native America,” with proceeds benefiting ChapterHouse LA.
Event Schedule and Details
- David Lynch: L.A. Exhibition: Free at Pace Gallery, Mid-Wilshire, through Dec. 23.
- The Longest Table: Free community potluck on Pampas Ricas Blvd., Pacific Palisades, on Sunday, Oct. 4.
- Montana Avenue Art Walk: Free celebration in Santa Monica on Saturday, Oct. 3.
- America(!) the Beautiful(?): Performances at The Ford, Hollywood, on Saturday, Oct. 3.
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