The Venice sign on Pacific Ave & Windward Ave. Photo by Christina Champlin.
Last day of the of the first month of the year. Let’s make it count!
On the docket for this Saturday in L.A. you’ll find a Lunar Night Market in K-Town, a A Twilight Zone Charity Reading at Dynasty Typerwriter, a Miyawaki Forest Planting Day at Grand Park, a community swap shop in Venice, and more.
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Three Top Picks To Do This Saturday
M = Less than .5 miles from an L.A. Metro Station, FA = Free Admission
Koreatown Lunar Night Market 2026 – FA > Celebrate the Year of the Horse in K-Town this Saturday at the Koreatown Plaza with a free festival featuring Lion Dances, Korean drumming, and AAPI-owned vendors. Head to the basement food court for staples like Tonkatsu House and Pao Jao. The first 350 attendees can also grab $15 food vouchers! Runs 3 to 6 p.m. Free to attend. More info here.
Love Thy Neighbor: A Twilight Zone Charity Reading -> Step into the fifth dimension at this Saturday at Dynasty Typewriter with a star-studded live script reading of two iconic Twilight Zone episodes: “The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street” and “It’s A Good Life.” This one-night-only fundraiser features an incredible ensemble including Gates McFadden, Sean Gunn, Khary Payton, and Rekha Sharma. Beyond the sci-fi nostalgia, a portion of proceeds supports Hello Neighbor, a nonprofit providing essential resettlement and legal services for refugees and immigrants. Tickets are $45 for in-person general admission or $30 for the livestream, with no item minimum required at the venue. 18+ event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. More info here.
Miyawaki Forest Planting Day – M FA > Witness a historic environmental milestone at Gloria Molina Grand Park this Saturday to mark the creation of Los Angeles’ first urban Miyawaki Forest. This high-density, rapid-growth ecosystem is designed to restore biodiversity in the heart of DTLA. The day begins with a ceremonial land acknowledgment and features a hands-on “Legacy Workshop” where you can help plant native species. Guests can also enjoy live DJ sets by Hello Stranger, an Aztec dance blessing by Yankuititl, and an eco-focused partner village. The event is free to attend, though an RSVP via Eventbrite is encouraged. Runs 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More info here.
Seven More Things To Do in L.A. Today
- This Saturday and Sunday, the City of Monterey Park celebrates Lunar New Year with a two-day festival offering live entertainment, food booths, family activities, and vendors.
- Two Grammy-winning titans of the classical world, pianist Garrick Ohlsson and violist Richard O’Neill, unite this Saturday for a masterful 75-minute program at BroadStage.
- Refresh your wardrobe sustainably this Saturday at the Circular Library on Abbot Kinney. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Swap Shop community gathers to exchange pre-loved adult clothing and accessories.
- On Saturday, the Santa Monica Mountains Fund’s Yoga on the Mountain series returns to King Gillette Ranch on the last day of January. Join instructors Greg and Dawn for an outdoor yoga experience with live acoustic music under sycamore trees.
- Lawless Brewing in NoHo hosts Bier & Bavaria, a Bavarian-themed apres-ski weekend this Saturday and Sunday.
- The Fire Stories Project comes to the Community Room of the Altadena Library this Saturday.
- The Los Angeles LGTB Center hosts New Year New Me 2026 this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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