Your Guide to May in L.A.
TVMay 1This Netflix miniseries written by Tina Fey, Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield, is an adaptation of the 1981 Alan Alda film of the same name. Fey, Steve Carell, Colman Domingo and Will Forte star in the romantic comedy exploring three evolving relationships. netflix.comBOOK by Melissa de la Cruz — May 1Mindy's Kaling's publishing imprint, Mindy's Book Studio, releases this coming-of-age story about three young celebrity girlfriends navigating the challenges of fame. brilliancepublishing.com
FAIRL.A. County Fair — May 2-26Greasy food, carnival rides, livestock, car shows, art and shopping are just some of the amusements at the annual shindig, which also offers top-notch music acts including War (May 2), Shaggy (May 3) and Cheap Trick (May 23), to name a few. lacountyfair.comFOODTaco Madness — May 3L.A. TACO's Cinco de Mayo weekend event, now in its 16th year at La Plaza de Cultura y Artes, highlights a dozen of L.A.'s favorite taquerias. Beer, micheladas, mezcal and tequila will also be served and entertainment includes DJs and live graffiti art. lataco.com
CONCERTSCercle Odyssey — May 7-11The world's first 360-degree 'nomadic concert experience,' at the L.A. Convention Center launches with a stellar lineup of immersive music shows this month. Check out Paul Kalkbrenner (May 7), Empire of the Sun (May 8), Moby (May 9), The Blaze (May 10) and Black Coffee (May 11). odyssey.cercle.ioARTVenice Family Clinic Art Walk — May 9-18Raising money for community health care, the annual exhibit-driven gathering at Venice Art Walk Gallery showcases established, mid-career, and emerging artists with proceeds funding the clinic's innovative programs and services. venicefamilyclinic.org
ARTJeffrey Gibson: The Space in Which to Place Me — May 10-September 28The Broad presents the Indigenous artist's multidimensional oeuvre, adapted from its original presentation in the U.S. Pavilion at the 60th Venice Biennale in 2024. Over thirty works colorfully convey inclusivity, cultural critique and hope for a more equitable future. thebroad.orgCONCERTOutlaw Music Festival — May 16Willie Nelson and his musical family are joined by Bob Dylan, Billy Strings and Sierra Hall for this sure to be epic country, folk and blues extravaganza. hollywoodbowl.com
FESTIVALCruel World Festival — May 17Considered a Generation X-geared alternative to Coachella, the flashback flaired music fest at Brookside at the Rose Bowl, features an array of dark dance, goth and new wave artists including New Order, Nick Cave, The Go-Go's, Devo, Garbage, Madness, She Wants Revenge and more. cruelworldfest.comGALARace to Erase MS —May 16The annual fundraiser supporting multiple sclerosis research presents its 32nd annual gala at the Fairmont Century Plaza featuring a star-studded fashion show from Veronica Beard, a silent auction, dinner and music from Robin Thicke, A Great Big World and Siedah Garrett. erasems.org
CULTUREAAPI Joy — May 17Celebrate the cultural diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities at the Central Library's free AAPI Heritage Month function featuring readings, panel discussions, Taiko drum performances and more. lapl.org/aapi-joy
CONCERTJon Batiste — May 19The Grammy-winning music artist's 'Maestro Tour' comes to the Walt Disney Concert Hall, melding diverse genres and styles on the piano, inspired by classical music, Black culture and improvisational jazz. laphil.comHOLIDAYL.A. Fleet Week — May 21-26Memorial Day brings SoCal's series of events spotlighting United States Sea Services with ship tours, military displays, demos, and other events involving local Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Army teams at the L.A. Waterfront at the Port of Los Angeles. lafleetweek.com
FILMSMay 23Director Guy Ritchie's latest for Apple TV+ stars John Krasinski, Natalie Portman, Eiza González and Stanley Tucci in a thrilling heist adventure. tv.apple.com — May 23The eighth of the franchise starring Tom Cruise as super-spy Ethan Hunt promises plenty of action, intrigue and stunts. It also sees the return of characters from past films including those played by Angela Bassett and Ving Rhames. missionimpossible.com
BENEFITSMOCA Gala —May 31Famed architect Frank Gehry, artist Theaster Gates and environmental philanthropist Wendy Schmidt will be honored, and Tierra Whack will perform, at this artsy annual fundraiser held at MOCA's the Geffen Contemporary branch in Little Tokyo. moca.orgChrysalis' All In For Changing Lives Poker & Party — May 31Held at the Santa Monica Bay Woman's Club, the tournament brings together community leaders, philanthropists, and card players for an evening of entertainment and helping others. Proceeds support work programs helping individuals experiencing homelessness. changeLives.org/all-in.
FOOD & DRINKLA Wine Fest — May 31- June 1It's the 20th anniversary of this wine lovers affair, which features some of the best vineyards and breweries in the business. A fleet of food trucks will be on hand along with brand activations, exhibitors and vendors. lawinefest.com
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