MUSIC
An Evening With Jon Batiste – 5 PM, December 13: In association with Americana Music Foundation, the Grammy Museum is thrilled to welcome seven-time Grammy, Emmy, and Academy Award–winning singer, songwriter, and composer Jon Batiste to the Clive Davis Theater for an evening of conversation and a special live performance celebrating his GRAMMY-nominated ninth studio album, Big Money. Batiste is nominated for three 2026 Grammy Awards on behalf of the project, including Best Americana Album, Best American Roots Performance, and Best American Roots Song.
Grammy Museum L.A. Live, 800 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles.
FILM
Tales from the Video Store: Gus Van San – 7 PM, December 12: Vidiots is thrilled to welcome one of the greatest voices of American Independent Cinema, the legendary Gus Van Sant for the inaugural installment of our new series Tales from the Video Store, followed by a special preview screening of his newest film Dead Man’s Wire. Vidiots, 4884 Eagle Rock Blvd. Los Angeles.
What Is a Western? | Buck and the Preacher (1972), 1:30 PM, December 13: Part of the “What is a Western? Film Series”, Autry Museum in Griffith Park will screen Buck and the Preacher (1972). Directed by and starring Sidney Poitier alongside Harry Belafonte the film is a trailblazing Western that redefines the genre through a powerful Black perspective. Set in the post–Civil War era, the film follows two unlikely allies who protect formerly enslaved people from violent white bounty hunters. By centering Black protagonists and confronting racial injustice, Buck and the Preacher broke new ground in a genre long dominated by white narratives. With its mix of action, humor, and political edge, it challenged Western conventions and opened the door for more inclusive storytelling, making it a vital and enduring contribution to the genre. Introduced by Bomani J. Story, writer and filmmaker. Autry Museum in Griffith Park, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles.
35th Anniversary of Home Alone – 2 PM, December 13: Join actor Macaulay Culkin and director Chris Columbus in person to celebrate the holiday classic Home Alone. Culkin reached box-office stardom at age 9 with his instantly relatable performance as Kevin McCallister, a neglected son who finds himself the sole defender of his suburban home against a pair of bumbling but determined thieves (Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern). A collaboration between writer-producer John Hughes and director Chris Columbus, it was one of the most popular family films of its time. Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, 6067 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles.
COMEDY
Sage-Based Wisdom LIVE – 7 PM, December 13: Experience strength, healing, joy, and connection through humor at Sage-Based Wisdom LIVE. The beloved podcast offering the smudgiest, sagiest, solicited Native American advice to listeners will be recording an exciting new episode, live and onstage at The Broad! Hosts Jana Schmieding, Lakota comedian and television star, and Brian Bahe, Tohono O’odham, Hopi, Navajo television writer and comedian, impart deep knowledge through storytelling, one-liners, and ad-libs sure to induce smiles, chuckles and belly laughs. And if that wasn’t enough, the night’s special guest is 21-year-old rapper with Mexica roots, Xiuhtezcatl, bringing his quick-witted, raw, and thought-provoking lyrics to the stage for an electrifying performance. Oculus Hall at The Broad, 221 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles.
Largo Holiday Show hosted by Mae Martin – 7 PM, December 9: Hosted by comedian, actor, and podcaster Mae Martin, the Largo Holiday Show will feature Sara and Sean Watkins, Naomi Ekperigin and other special guests. Proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit the LA Mission. Largo at the Coronet, 366 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles.
ART
d. Sabela grimes – Parable of Portals, 8 PM, December 11: Parable of Portals is a creative constellation of sound-driven improvisational movement-meditations and poetic transmedia storytelling. Inspired by Octavia E. Butler’s interrelated notions of humanness in her Parable Series, this live performance experience reimagines Butler’s professional and personal writings into a living testament to the novel’s profound exploration of survival, resilience and community.Performers embody the struggles, hopes and transformations of Lauryn Olamina, kinetically shaping Earthseed’s doctrine — embracing change as a divine force and forging a collective path toward the nowness of recurring futures. Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, 4718 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles.
COMMUNITY
LA NDN Flea — A Native Market – 10 AM, December 13: Spend some time in the open air this holiday season browsing and shopping for unique, handcrafted goods by local and out-of-town Indigenous makers, participate in hands-on family activities while DJs spin, and get a FREE poster! Modeled after flea markets that can be found on many reservations, the biannual LA NDN Flea — A Native Market features everything from recycled clothing to handcrafted jewelry, original art, and much more. Visitors can connect with local Indigenous groups, dance to curated DJ sets by deesco (Teme-Augama Anishnabai), enjoy food vendors, and participate in a family-friendly hands-on activity that celebrates the vibrant intersection of Los Angeles’s cultural heritage and natural environment with a custom board game designed and developed by artist, musician, researcher, and educator, Lazaro Arvizu Jr. (Gabrielino/Tongva). East West Bank Plaza at The Broad, 221 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles.
Go Fact Yourself LIVE with Paul Feig vs. Anjali Bhimani – 7 PM, December 13: Go Fact Yourself is a pop culture trivia show hosted by J. Keith van Straaten and Helen Hong. On December 13, DGA-winning and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, writer, producer, and author Paul Feig and actor Anjali Bhimani plus other surprise guests and experts will join J. Keith and Helen for a trivia show like no other! The Crawford, 474 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena.
THEATER
Jingle and Mingle: A Holiday Concert, December 13: Celebrate the season with “Jingle and Mingle: A Holiday Concert” featuring students from Pasadena Playhouse classes! From the youngest Playhouse Players to our seasoned seniors, enjoy a heartwarming evening of song, story, and performance that showcases the creativity of our entire community. Highlights include a Frozen megamix, personal storytelling, festive tunes from the Playhouse Singers, and a joyful audience singalong. Gather with us for laughter, music, and a grand finale that captures the holiday spirit—Playhouse style! Pasadena Playhouse, 39 S. El Molino Ave. Pasadena.
FOOD
Tenkaippin opening: New ramen spot alert! Dubbed as the first true Kotteri Ramen created in Kyoto, Japan, Tenkaippin’s new Little Tokyo location in Los Angeles, has a beautiful dining room that draws inspiration from the original mobile street stand, featuring a Kamogawa-inspired chandelier and authentic Kyoto-made tiles. The LA flagship also introduces the first Tenkaippin bar, serving cocktails and mocktails specifically crafted to complement the Kotteri broth — offering light, refreshing flavors that balance the rich, hearty nature of the ramen. Tenkaippin, 333 1st St, Los Angeles.
