PARTY: KCRW Summer Nights with CAAM

Summer nights don’t get cooler than this. KCRW and the California African American Museum are throwing an all-ages dance party under the stars with live sets from DJ Damar Davis and KCRW’s Novena Carmel. Sway between exhibitions, groove in the courtyard, snack from food trucks, and sip from the beer garden. Explore CAAM’s powerful shows — from Nellie Mae Rowe to reparations-themed works — all after hours. Art, music, and community, all in one unforgettable night.

GO: 🎶 Wizkid with Color of Noize at the Bowl

Experience global groove as Afrobeats superstar Wizkid takes the Hollywood Bowl stage with the Color of Noize Orchestra on June 22nd — a sonic collaboration blending orchestral elegance with chart-topping hits like “Essence.” The lush amphitheater fills with resounding rhythms, symphonic swagger, and KCRW flair via host Novena Carmel. It’s an unforgettable fusion under the stars — bring your crew, your dancing shoes, and your love for boundary-bending beats.

PLAN: A Concert Picnic 🍱

Elevate your outdoor hors d’oeuvres this summer at parties and shows throughout LA. Sure, you could pack chips and dip. Or you could curate a show-stopping spread that rivals the setlist. Enter the ultimate guide to LA’s multi-cultural takeout picnic — perfect for outings like KCRW Fest at the Bowl or Summer Night Series. Evan Kleiman recs options from Kismet’s tahini-roasted veg to flaky Sephardic borekas and sushi from Yama Marketplace, the city's flavors travel well.

DO: 🎭 LA Opera Costume Shop Sale 🎭

Calling all costume connoisseurs: LA Opera is opening its vault for a one-of-a-kind costume shop sale for the first time in ten years! Scoop up handcrafted treasures from productions like Carmen, The Magic Flute, and Macbeth — 16th-century finery, wigs, masks, shoes, and jewelry — and the fantastical creations of many more productions. Shop for showstopper outfits and own a piece of operatic history!

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BIKE: CicLAvia: Historic South Central Meets Watts 🚴🚴🚴

Roll into South Central on June 22nd for an open‑streets spectacle where cars bow out and community rolls, strolls, skates, bikes, and mingles along a vibrant route from Historic South Central to Watts. Pop‑up park vibes energize the entire four‑mile ride. It’s car‑free, creativity‑charged, and totally free — just bring your wheels, your crew, and your sense of wander.