The World Cup has finally arrived! If you’re looking for places to watch, we rounded up a full list of watch parties and local events so you don’t miss a single moment. Mandatory viewing tonight: Team USA takes on Paraguay at SoFi Stadium! Kick-off’s at 6PM.

And they aren’t the only national treasures coming to town…

Kacey Musgraves writes country-pop songs about heartbreak, weed, small-town gossip, and existential dread. Sometimes all at once. Win a pair of tickets to catch the GRAMMY-winning songwriter at Crypto.com Arena this October on the Middle of Somewhere Tour!*

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• Hey gamers! Get a first look at FIFA World Cup™ – Launch Edition gameplay, plus food, drinks, giveaways, and more at the FIFA Gaming Couch Launch Party at Academy LA in Hollywood this Sunday, 6/14! Free with RSVP!*

• Two tribute bands, one night. Win a pair of tickets to sing along to your fave RHCP and No Doubt tunes with the Red NOT Chili Peppers and Just A Girl at The Bellwether next Friday, 6/19!*

• Phoebe Bridgers haunts Intuit Dome for three nights with Alex G in tow for the most stacked indie Halloween… maybe ever?? Tickets for The Lost Tour are on sale now, or you can enter to win a pair for 10/30 or 10/31!*

• Bringing their signature blend of roots reggae, dub, and laidback grooves to Long Beach in July 2027, we’re giving away tickets to see Stick Figure at F&M Bank Amphitheater! Enjoy The Ride!*

• Plus fresh announcements from Keith Sweat, Murda Beatz, Midland, and more!

BONNAROO ACTS COMING TO LOS ANGELES

The 2026 Bonnaroo lineup is looking seriously good with The Strokes, Skrillex, RÜFÜS DU SOL, Noah Kahan, and more rockin’ out in Manchester, TN right now. Couldn’t make it to the Farm this year? Same. So we rounded up all the events featuring Bonnaroo artists as they pass through Southern California in the next few months:

• FREDDIE GIBBS - Sunday, 6/21 at House of Blues Anaheim

• SG LEWIS - Saturday, 7/11 at Gin Ling Way

• WOLFMOTHER - Saturday, 7/11 at The Wiltern

• BLUES TRAVELER + GIN BLOSSOMS - Saturday, 7/18 at The Hollywood Bowl

• RÜFÜS DU SOL - Thursday, 8/6, Friday, 8/7, Tuesday, 8/11, Wednesday, 8/12, & Thursday, 8/13 at The Kia Forum

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THE LOCAL’S LIST: DoFESTIVAL SEASON WITH PJ

We’re asking locals what they’re actually into lately. They pick the topic, we share the list. Every Friday, new person, new subject, maybe a new friend?

Meet PJ Acerno, Director of Festival Talent at Goldenvoice. Professionally, he’s known for helping shape the talent lineup for Goldenvoice’s flagship festivals, as well as beloved regional festivals like Just Like Heaven and Portola.

Off the clock, PJ proudly calls Los Angeles home and has lived in the city for the past 25 years. When he’s not onsite at a festival, he enjoys exploring neighborhoods, supporting local businesses, and staying connected to the community. Whether it’s discovering a hidden-gem bar or restaurant, finding the perfect weekend activity, or recommending a new favorite hangout, PJ is a trusted resource for friends, colleagues, music fans, and now Angelenos alike.

Want to know PJ’s 5 Places to Unwind During Festival Season?

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