• Fri, February 28, 2025

by: LAist

Best things to do this weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California: February 28 - March 2

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Best things to do this weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California: February 28 - March 2

Oscar Sunday watch parties, the closing event for PST Art, L.A. Zine Fest, UCLA women's basketball takes on USC, and more of the best things to do this weekend.
The article from LAist outlines a variety of events and activities for the weekend of February 28 to March 2 in Los Angeles and Southern California. Highlights include the opening of the "Black Power Naps" exhibit at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles, which explores rest as a form of resistance. The L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run, one of the largest running events in the U.S., offers races and a festival atmosphere. The Los Angeles Restaurant Week kicks off, providing food lovers with special menus at various eateries. Music and dance events include the "Dancing with the Stars" live show at the Dolby Theatre, and the "CicLAvia" event in the Heart of LA, where streets are closed to cars for people to enjoy on foot, bike, or other non-motorized transport. Additionally, there are cultural festivals like the Cherry Blossom Festival in Torrance, celebrating Japanese culture, and the L.A. Comic Con, appealing to fans of comics, sci-fi, and pop culture. The article also mentions ongoing attractions like the "Beyond King Tut" exhibit and various performances and shows around the city.

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https://laist.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/best-things-to-do-weekend-los-angeles-southern-california-feb-28-mar-2

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