Your ultimate guide to March 2025 in LA —think Oscar parties, Dodgers baseball opening day, and all the secret festivals and conventions that you don't know about...yet!
Find March 2025 Events & Experiences
1. POP ART PLAYGROUND
Art + Social + Dance Party
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE+
Step into the POP ART PLAYGROUND where YOU become the masterpiece! This is the ultimate nightlife experience for creatives, trendsetters, and partygoers. Immerse yourself in a dazzling experience featuring 5 unique photo rooms with professional photographers, over 100 creatives, artists, and influencers, vibrant POP ART face and body painting, captivating live collaborative art, electrifying music and dancing with special guest DJs, Instagram-worthy drinks and desserts, and an exclusive VIP lounge with a complimentary drink to elevate your night.
2. LA Clippers
Watch a Game at Intuit Dome
Pack yourself into the Intuit Dome this March to catch an epic Los Angeles Clippers NBA game. Surround yourself with high-energy fans and feel the roar inside the stadium when the Clippers take the court. With seven home games in March at varying times, you'll be sure to find a seat that suits your budget - with tickets starting as low as $29.
3. Rolling Loud Music Festival
Sing and Dance to Your Favorite Hip Hop
Get ready to turn up the volume at Rolling Loud California 2025, the world's largest hip-hop music festival, hitting Los Angeles on March 15-16 at Hollywood Park. With headliners like A$AP Rocky, Playboi Carti, and Peso Pluma, this festival promises a weekend of non-stop hip-hop energy.
4. Dodgers Opening Day
Join the Celebration at Dodger Stadium
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $35+
Considering the Dodger's won the World Series in 2024, if you find yourself in LA on March 27, catching the season-opening game at Dodger Stadium at 4:10PM is a must-do activity in Los Angeles. With tickets starting at just $35 each, people can expect an epic banner-raising ceremony before the game to celebrate their recent triumph, and a stadium full of proud, passionate crowd.
5. LA Collect-A-Con 2025
Trading Cards, Anime, and More
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $50+
Get ready to geek out at LA Collect-A-Con 2025, the nation's largest trading card, anime, and pop culture extravaganza. Happening at the Los Angeles Convention Center on March 1-2, from 10AM to 6PM on Saturday and 10AM to 5PM on Sunday, this event promises a weekend packed with over 900 vendor tables, celebrity guests, live performances, and exclusive collectibles.
6. Los Angeles Got Sole 2025
Buy, Sell, and Trade Sneakers
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $30+
Calling all sneaker-heads to mark their calendars for Los Angeles Got Sole 2025. On Saturday, March 1 from 12PM to 6PM, the Los Angeles Convention Center will transform into a sneaker paradise. Join over 5,000 enthusiasts and 400+ vendors to buy, sell, and trade the freshest kicks and street wear. Guests can expect to see special guests, live performances, as well as free giveaways. The best part? The event is helping support Los Angeles Wildfire Relief.
7. Holi Festival of Colors
Celebrate Together, Throw Colors
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $15+
Get ready to splash into a sea of colors at Holi & The Beach: LA's Biggest Festival of Colors. On March 29-30 from 11AM to 4PM at the Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach, this two-day celebration is packed with Bollywood beats, non-stop color throwing, and pure joy under the sun. Prepare to leave looking (& feeling) like a walking rainbow.
8. LA Fashion Week
See the Latest in Fashion Design
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE
LA Fashion Week is the most stylish week of the year in Los Angeles, and from March 20-23, Art Hearts Fashion will be hosting a series of different fashion shows for up-and-coming designers to showcase their incredible work. Located at The New Mart, the shows are completely free to RSVP. Music and drinks will be provided all night.
9. LA Food & Wine Festival
Sip & Savor on the Santa Monica Pier
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $225+
Indulge your taste buds at the LA Wine & Food Festival, a culinary dream that is set to take place in March like it did in 2024, although no solidified date has been announced just yet. Located at the Santa Monica Pier each year, the event features over 90 chefs and 17 headliners, offering a diverse mix of eats. Tickets typically begin at $225 per day per person, which covers all of the delicious food and yummy beverage costs.
10. Crimson and Clover
Burlesque at The Hollywood Roosevelt
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $50
Explore the seductive world of Crimson & Clover, a cabaret show experience at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel in Los Angeles. The show will transform guests to the world of the 1920's on March 15, with the show beginning at 8:45PM. The tickets begin at about $50 per person, offering each guest an unforgettable night of entertainment as well as food and drink.
11. Chinatown Firecracker Run
Walk, Run, Bike or Dog Walk
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE+
Ready to kick off the Year of the Snake with a bang? Join the 47th Annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run, a celebration featuring 5K and 10K runs, a 1K Kiddie Run, a 2K PAW'er Dog Walk, and 20/50-mile bike rides. Originally set for February, the event has been rescheduled to March 8-9, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza. Participants can expect scenic views of Los Angeles during their route, while spectators will be able to immerse themselves into the Chinese culture while cheering on the runners and riders.
12. Tarantino: Pulp Rock
Live Concert Meets Immersive Theater
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $70+
Ever wondered what it's like to step into a Quentin Tarantino film - minus the bullets but with all the badass music? Head on over to see 'Tarantino: Pulp Rock' at CineVita in Inglewood. This live concert-meets-immersive-theater experience celebrates the legendary director’s iconic soundtracks. Running from February 11 through March 9, this event blends live rock performances and cinema-like visuals, transporting you straight into the stylish, action-packed world of Tarantino.
13. Hollywood Wax Museum
Snap Selfies with Hollywood (Wax)
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $26+
Dying to meet your celebrity crush, but struggling to find them hanging out around Los Angeles? Well, you'll be sure to find them at the Hollywood Wax Museum - they just may not speak, blink, or breathe. The Hollywood Wax Museum in LA is one of the most iconic spots to see your favorite wax sculptures of the biggest celebrities in Hollywood and take some photo's that you'll remember forever.
14. Mardi Gras Party
At the Original Farmer's Market
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE
Ready to live like you're in New Orleans for Mardi Gras? Join the Original Farmers Market Mardi Gras Party in Los Angeles, running from Saturday, March 1 through Tuesday, March 4, with daily festivities from 12PM to 9PM. Expect live zydeco music, mouthwatering Cajun cuisine, and of course the "Mutti Gras" pet parade, where costumed pups show off their cuteness. Best of all, it's free and open to all ages.
15. Tuk Tuk Taco Nights
Grab Your Friends and Go Eat Tacos
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE
If you're craving a taste of Thai, head over to Tuk Tuk Thai in West Los Angeles for their Tuk Tuk Taco Nights, a fusion of Thai and Mexican street flavors. Kicking off on Friday, March 7 and running every weekend through March 30, the festivities begin at 6PM. No entry fee required - just bring your appetite.
16. Fork 'N' Film Shows
An Immersive Cinematic Show
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $200+
Ever fancied dining during your film? Fork 'N' Film in Los Angeles provides an immersive cinematic experience, pairing multi-course meals with your favorite films. The final unsold March show, 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', is scheduled for March 27 (6:30PM) & 28 (10:30PM) at The Wayfarer Hotel in Downtown LA. Guests can expect a unique menu and crafted cocktails that transport you further into the world of the film.
17. The LA Marathon
Run or Cheer from the Sidelines
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE+
Ready to cheer on thousands of runners as they dash from Dodger Stadium to Century City's Avenue of the Stars? Mark your calendar for the Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday, March 16, with the race kicking off at 7AM. This 26.2-mile journey showcases LA's iconic landmarks and diverse neighborhoods, making it a must-watch spectacle of city pride.
18. Venice Love Fest 2025
Free Festival of Love & Creativity
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 FREE
Groove to some lovely live music this March at the 2025 Venice Love Fest. On Saturday, March 22 from 11AM-7PM, people can head over to the Venice Boulevard for a free festival of spreading community love and creativity. Expect to hear live music, indulge in food trucks, see over 400 local artists, relax at the beer gardens, and partake in lots of activities for all the family to enjoy.
19. Sunset Ranch Hollywood
Ride Horses in the Hollywood Hills
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $75+
Nestled under the Hollywood Sign sits a quiet, hidden gem called the Sunset Ranch Hollywood. This historic ranch offers horseback riding experiences through the scenic paths of Griffith Park - making it the best March activity in Los Angeles. Visitors have the choice from multiple different trails and tours, depending on their preference of price, trip duration, and time of day. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or a newbie, Sunset Ranch promises an unforgettable ride through some natural beauty.
20. Astra Lumina
Enchanted Walk Among The Stars
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $35+
Up until March 9, head over to the South Coast Botanic Garden on the Palos Verdes Peninsula to check out the Astra Lumina Night Walk. You will be able to see 87 acres of land transformed into a colorful, light-filled wonderland. The immersive experience has light displays, soundscapes, and cosmic projections - making it a must-see for anyone looking to add a little bit of special starry-vibes to their evening.
21. Yellow Paper Burger
Dine at this Smash Burger Pop-Up
🌐 WEBSITE | 📍 DIRECTIONS | 💰 $10+
Lost in Los Angeles on an empty stomach? Not anymore once you put this into your GPS! Yellow Paper Burger in Eagle Rock makes classic smash burgers in a nostalgic yellow paper - hence the name of the shop. This hotspot offers a range of items such as single and double burgers, all-beef hot dogs, hand pies, and more for an affordable price. The shop is open Wednesday-Sunday from 1PM-7PM. Satisfy for your burger cravings in Los Angeles in March by dining here.
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