24 upcoming art events
Legacy
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 12:00 PM
Hammer Museum
Legacy at the Hammer Museum is a contemporary art exhibition exploring memory, inheritance, and impact through works by diverse artists. The gallery unfolds themes of lineage and cultural context in a polished museum setting, complemented by talks and programs that invite close looking and reflection.
Mini Makers Kids Camp: Summer Art Party (Drop-In)
Sun, 26 Jul 2026
These Hands Makers Collective
End the summer with a relaxed, screen-free open-studio week for kids at These Hands Collective in Los Angeles. Mini Makers Camp offers daily crafts and maker activities in a flexible, drop-in format.
Ireicho National Tour
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
Japanese American National Museum
A stop on the Ireicho National Tour arrives at the Japanese American National Museum, presenting a traveling exhibition that blends history and contemporary perspectives. The program highlights Fort Snelling's heritage through artifacts and storytelling, offering a thoughtful, museum‑level experience in Los Angeles.
LA Art Show 2027
Tue, 5 Jan 2027
Los Angeles Convention Center
Experience LA Art Show 2027 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, a premier contemporary art fair featuring galleries, live installations, and diverse works across painting, sculpture, and design in a landmark venue.
Holiday Member Evening at the Autry Museum
Fri, 16 Oct 2026
Autry Museum of the American West
Exclusive member evening at the Autry Museum of the American West in Los Angeles, featuring member perks and discounted pricing. Enjoy a festive holiday gathering on Saturday, Oct 17, 2026, 5:30–8:30 p.m.
Los Angeles Auto Show at LA Convention Center
Thu, 19 Nov 2026
1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015-1308, United States
Visit the LA Auto Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center for a premier automotive showcase. Discover the latest production cars and concept vehicles, manufacturer displays, and interactive exhibits in a vibrant downtown setting. Tickets grant access to a marquee event drawing car enthusiasts and industry pros.
Mummies of the World: The Exhibition
Sat, 6 Feb 2027
California Science Center
Explore ancient civilizations through real mummies and artifacts in this immersive traveling exhibition at the California Science Center. Mummies of the World presents hands-on displays, replicas, and stories from diverse cultures, ideal for families and curious adults.
Haegue Yang Walkthrough at MOCA Grand Avenue
Sun, 7 Mar 2027
MOCA Grand Avenue
Join an artist-led walkthrough of Haegue Yang's Star-Crossed Rendezvous at MOCA Grand Avenue. Explore installations up-close, learn about materials and ideas, and gain fresh insights into Yang's contemporary practice in downtown LA.
Paint Your Own Pottery Session
Mon, 22 Mar 2027 at 3:00 PM
These Hands Makers Collective
Join The Painted Vessel for a cozy 2-hour open studio where you paint your own pottery. Suitable for all skill levels, with a rotating selection of mugs and decorative pieces and guidance as needed. Located at These Hands Collective in Los Angeles; pieces are priced individually.
First Fridays: MONUMENTS
Sat, 6 Mar 2027 at 3:00 AM
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
Kick off the weekend with First Fridays at The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA and explore MONUMENTS with free admission from 11am to 8pm. This contemporary-art experience delivers bold installations, immersive environments, and the Los Angeles museum vibe that makes MOCA a must-visi
Mira Dancy: Mourning's Orbit
Sat, 20 Feb 2027
Night Gallery
Explore Mira Dancy's Mourning's Orbit at Night Gallery in Los Angeles, a contemporary art exhibition running Feb 21–Apr 4, 2026. The show blends provocative imagery and contemporary aesthetics to probe memory and loss in a compact gallery setting.
A New Song: Langston Hughes in the West
Tue, 23 Mar 2027
California African American Museum
An immersive exhibition at the California African American Museum exploring Langston Hughes's West Coast connections through archival materials, letters, and related art. Running March 24–September 13, 2026 in Los Angeles, it invites poetry fans, scholars, and curious visitors to discover Hughes's enduring cultural impact.
Reimagining MONUMENTS
Fri, 19 Mar 2027 at 12:00 PM
MOCA
MOCA hosts a conversation on reimagining monuments through contemporary art and public memory. Scholars and artists examine how monuments can reflect diverse histories and future narratives in Los Angeles.
Braided River
Fri, 5 Feb 2027
Night Gallery
An opening exhibition at Night Gallery in Los Angeles titled Braided River, featuring works by artists including David Armstrong Six, Claire Colette, Catherine Fairbanks, Nadia Myre, and Melanie Schiff, exploring braided narratives and layered textures.
Elizabeth Murray and Betty Woodman Exhibition
Thu, 18 Mar 2027
David Kordansky Gallery
David Kordansky Gallery in Los Angeles presents a dual exhibition of Elizabeth Murray and Betty Woodman from March 19 to April 25, 2026. The show juxtaposes Murray’s bold, colorful paintings with Woodman’s distinctive ceramic sculpture, highlighting their inventive approaches to form and color. An essential stop for contemporary art fans.
Factory Doomsscroll
Sat, 20 Feb 2027
Night Gallery
A contemporary art exhibition at Night Gallery in Los Angeles featuring Christine Tien Wang and Rachel Youn, exploring factory-era aesthetics, doomscroll culture, and speculative futures.
Braided River: Group Exhibition
Sun, 31 Jan 2027
Night Gallery
Braided River is a contemporary group exhibition at Night Gallery in Los Angeles, featuring artists David Armstrong Six, Claire Colette, Catherine Fairbanks, Nadia Myre, and Melanie Schiff. The show weaves diverse practices into a single dialogue within the intimate, light-filled space of the gallery.
Bones in the Canal and Other Photographs: Torbjørn Rødland
Thu, 11 Mar 2027
David Kordansky Gallery
Solo photography exhibition by Torbjørn Rødland titled Bones in the Canal and Other Photographs at David Kordansky Gallery in Los Angeles. The show surveys Rødland’s provocative, meticulously composed images that fuse corporeal textures with surreal motifs, presented in a contemporary gallery setting.
MOCA Grand Avenue Talking Tour
Fri, 5 Mar 2027 at 9:00 AM
MOCA Grand Avenue
Join MOCA Grand Avenue for a guided Talking Tour of contemporary artworks, where curators spotlight highlights from the collection, share insights, and invite dialogue amid the striking spaces of this Los Angeles landmark.
Monuments Talking Tours
Sun, 14 Mar 2027 at 7:00 AM
The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA
Join a guided talking tour at MOCA's Geffen Contemporary that explores monumental artworks and architectural details in contemporary art. This 2pm session features expert commentary and opportunities for discussion as you view highlighted works in a landmark space.
BLUSH: Night Gallery Exhibition
Wed, 17 Mar 2027
Night Gallery
BLUSH debuts at Night Gallery (Los Angeles), a contemporary art exhibition in collaboration with Christie's. Running March 18–May 9, 2026, the show features bold color, provocative imagery, and intimate viewing in a sleek gallery setting.
Hopes and Fears: Tristan Unrau
Thu, 18 Mar 2027
David Kordansky Gallery
Tristan Unrau's solo exhibition 'Hopes and Fears' opens at David Kordansky Gallery in Los Angeles. The show probes emotional tension through contemporary works that move between optimism and anxiety, housed in a crisp, white-walled gallery setting. An essential stop in LA's current contemporary-art scene.
Westside Print Club with Stavisky Studio
Thu, 18 Mar 2027
These Hands Makers Collective
Join Westside Print Club for a relaxed, drop-in printmaking night with Stavisky Studio at These Hands Maker’s Collective in LA. Come for 3 hours of low-pressure, creative play, meet fellow makers, and try hand-printed pieces. BYOB, 18+ welcome; doors open 6–9pm; price around $30.95–$35.
Seat map
Sat, 2 Jan 2027 at 11:00 AM
Ebell of Los Angeles
A downloadable PDF seat map for the Ebell of Los Angeles, detailing seating sections, aisles, and entry points to help attendees and event planners locate seats before doors open at this historic indoor venue, for the 2027-01-02 19:00 UTC slot.