DCBID Releases 'Summer in the City' Event Guide Showcasing Outdoor Movies, Live Music and More!
Located Online at DowntownLA.com/Summer, ‘Summer in the City’ Returns as Your One-Stop Guide to a Full Line-up of Outdoor Activities Across Downtown Los Angeles
Downtown Los Angeles, CA (PRUnderground) July 13, 2016
The Downtown Center Business Improvement District [DCBID] revealed this summer’s slate of DTLA outdoor activities with the release of its online ‘Summer in the City’ guide at DowntownLA.com/Summer. Providing helpful details to plan an unforgettable day in DTLA, ‘Summer in the City’ returns to recommend the best outdoor events, travel tips, and suggestions for what to do before and after each activity.
According to Carol Schatz, President and CEO of the DCBID, ‘Summer in the City’ is DTLA’s most comprehensive outdoor event guide and each year the events get more and more spectacular. If you haven’t experienced dancing or eating under the stars in DTLA, be prepared to make a habit of it.”
Flix at Fig: Now – August 17…Every 3rd Wednesday @ 6PM
This free film showing also includes a live DJ and a Happy Hour at 6pm every 3rd Wednesday at the TASTE Food Hall. Don’t forget to bring a blanket and a healthy appetite to enjoy dinner before the movie.
FIGat7th Downtown Festival: Now – August 19………………………. Every Friday @ 7:30PM
For six consecutive Friday nights, FIGat7th’s outdoor plaza converts into an entertainment venue featuring musical performances by prominent pop, jazz, soul, and alternative artists. The free festival also includes a live DJ and cocktails beginning at 7:30 p.m., with performances beginning at 9 p.m.
Friday Night Flicks at Pershing Square: July 15 – August 19…. Every Friday @ Sundown
Watch classic pop films on a 20-foot inflatable screen for free beginning at sundown every Friday on Pershing Square’s lush lawn. This year’s summer series features films starring Los Feliz native, Leonardo DiCaprio.
Lunchtime Concerts at Pershing Square: July 13 – August 19.. Every Wed & Fri @ Noon
Grab lunch at the Farmer’s Market or food trucks, and enjoy free afternoon concerts featuring Zydeco, Jazz, Rock, and Country bands in the heart of Downtown.
Downtown Stage at Pershing Square: July 9 – August 20 ………….. Every Sat @ 8PM
This summer’s lineup features classic, alternative, and world beat music artists – all for free. Bring a jacket and enjoy an evening in Pershing Square, as well as cash for food trucks and the beer garden.
Grand Performances at Cal Plaza: Now – August 21…. Thurs @ 4:30PM; Fri – Sun @ 8PM
Back for its 30th season, Grand Performances celebrates culture through music, dance, film, and spoken word. The free events are held outdoors at Cal Plaza from Friday through Sunday, so bring a blanket, a bottle of wine, and a picnic for a fun-filled evening with friends and family. Happy Hours with celebrated DJs start at 4:30PM on Thursdays.
Dance DTLA at The Music Center Plaza: Now – September 2………… Fridays @ 7 – 11PM
Bring a picnic and your dancing shoes for a free night of music and dancing at the Music Center Plaza. Each Friday evening has a different theme and style, so enjoy dancing with your friends to everything from Salsa to Bollywood to Disco!
Street Food Cinema – Exposition Park: Now – October 22 ………….. Fri & Sat @ 5:30PM
The outdoor event at Exposition Park combines progressive new music, a pop culture film, and gourmet street food. Come prepared with cash and a hoodie for a tasty evening on Friday or Saturday. View the varied line-up and purchase discounted tickets in advance.
For more on ‘Summer in the City’, visit DowntownLA.com/Summer
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