A look at what’s on the docket for today in L.A., including the annual Great Los Angeles Walk, the premiere of La Bohème at LA Opera, Jackalope in Pasadena, a Community Holiday Event at The Greek, Venice Winter Fest in Mar Vista, and more.
Top picks to do this Saturday
Great Los Angeles Walk
The 20th edition of the Great Los Angeles Walk returns this Saturday, inviting participants to join a group walk across the entire length of Wilshire Boulevard from Pershing Square to the beach. The annual event always occurs the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Walkers just need to show up. People’s Vision Zero will also hold a crosswalk paint party in Westwood later in the day. The walk begins at 9 a.m.
LA Opera presents La Bohème
Beginning this Saturday, the LA Opera celebrates its 40th Anniversary Season with Herbert Ross’s production of Puccini’s La Bohème. The production is conducted by Resident Conductor Lina González-Granados and runs for six performances at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Tickets start at $37.50.
Jackalope Pasadena
After a rainout postponed the event from last weekend, Jackalope returns to Central Park in Old Pasadena this Saturday and Sunday. The indie craft market features over 200 local hand-selected artisans. Free to attend. Runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days.
A few more things to do in L.A. today
The holiday season kicks off at the Los Angeles Greek Theatre with a free day of family fun on the Front Plaza, featuring snow sledding, arts and crafts, music, and photo opportunities with Santa. Runs 3 to 6 p.m.
Venice Winter Fest brings a festive block party in Downtown Mar Vista with retro ski lodge charm and surf-town energy. Free admission.
The USC Pacific Asia Museum hosts “Threads of Identity,” an evening exploring Filipinx American identity through fashion, from 6 to 10 p.m. Free admission.
Corita Day at the Marciano Art Foundation offers an afternoon of art activities for all ages from 1 to 4 p.m. Free admission.
The Venice Oceanarium invites the public to listen or volunteer to read from Herman Melville’s Moby
Dick at Venice Beach, a tradition in its 30th year, held from sunrise to sunset. Free admission.
The LA Auto Show continues at the Los Angeles Convention Center from November 21-30.
Enchanted Forest of Light continues at Descanso Gardens through January 4.
