While I do love living in Downtown LA, sometimes I’m jealous of you Westsiders who can go to the beach all the time without crossing the 405. Does anyone know of any fun beach volleyball leagues I could join this summer?

Also, as we’re heading into the 3-day weekend, we’re updating our “Best Beaches in LA” guide and would love to know – what are your favorite beaches to spend a summer afternoon? Any hidden gems we should know about?

And if you love surfing and/or dancing with your toes in the sand, this next giveaway has your name all over it…

The Challenger Series returns to Huntington Beach 7/25-8/2 for the 2026 Lexus US Open of Surfing presented by Pacifico. The nine-day surfing festival will feature three exciting evenings of music with G. Love, Real Estate, Allah-Las, Local Natives, and more! We’re giving away tickets for each night!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Alt-pop agitator girli has always been bold, provocative, and unapologetically herself. Win a pair of tickets to witness the “Matriarchy” songwriter dismantle the patriarchy in real-time at Lodge Room next Wednesday, 6/24!

• Drive all the new cars. Rip around on a motorcycle. Take a dirt bike, ATV or Side-by-Side through the dirt. Your ticket to Demo Days gets you in, on, and behind anything with a motor at Rose Bowl Stadium 6/27-28!*

• Celebrate National French Fry Day with Street Food Cinema on Saturday, 7/11 at The Autry! From classic golden fries to loaded creations and a curated sauce bar, the Los Angeles French Fry Festival will be a day of flavor & fun!*

• 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 her Middle of Somewhere Tour at Crypto.com Arena this October!*

• Plus fresh announcements from Grupo Duelo, American Aquarium, Keller Williams, and more!

WORLD CUP EVENTS IN LA

LA’s entered its World Cup era, whether we’re ready or not. Our General Manager Dave was lucky enough to catch Team USA beat Paraguay at “Los Angeles” Stadium last week – huge thanks to Nike for hosting him!

The events and watch parties are already popping off around the city, so if you wanna stay ahead of the crowds and know what’s happening, we've got you covered.

THIS WEEK

LOCALS ONLY

• Pack your blankets, lawn chairs, and sunscreen for a beautiful neighborhood celebration along the water with local art galleries and live music! Catch the free River Solstice Festival at Lewis MacAdams Riverfront Park this Sunday, 6/21!

• The ultimate SGV foodie destination is back! Head to Arcadia for the return of the 626 Night Market at Santa Anita Park this Friday through Sunday, 6/19-21 to eat your way through hundreds of local food vendors, viral street snacks, live entertainment, and original art pieces.

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