Upcoming Events: March 7-13, 2016

Get Happy – Old Pasadena Happy Hour Week
March 1-14
Participating locations, Old Pasadena
http://www.oldpasadena.org/happyhourweek/

Enjoy extended Happy Hour food & drink specials at participating locations in Old Pasadena during this two-week period.

San Diego Burger Week
March 3-12
Participating locations, San Diego County
http://www.sdcitybeat.com/sandiego/burgerweek

Enjoy select specialty burgers from participating locations all over San Diego County during this 10-day period for just $5 each!

Orange County Restaurant Week
March 6-12
Various restaurants in Orange County
http://www.orangecountyrestaurantweek.com/

For one week, numerous restaurants in Orange County will offer prix-fixe multi-course meals, ranging from $10-20 for lunch and $20-40 for dinner.

1UP Wednesday
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 9
The Rookery, Pomona
http://rookeryalehouse.com/Events.html

Every month, The Rookery in Pomona will have a featured video game available for free play along with a beer pairing for it. This month, they will have Castlevania available to play, and Ommegang Abbey Ale as the featured beer pairing.

Unwritten Law & Fenix TX: On Tour
7:30 pm – 12:30 am, March 9, The Glass House, Pomona http://www.theglasshouse.us/event/1007913-unwritten-law-fenix-tx-pomona/
7:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 10, The Palladium, Hollywood http://www.thehollywoodpalladium.com/events/pennywise-2/
http://fenixtx.net/

Unwritten Law and Fenix TX embark on a cross-country tour starting this week in Southern California. Tickets to these all-ages show vary in price, so click on a show’s link for pricing details.

20th Annual Taste of Third
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, March 10
3rd Avenue b/t E St & G St, Chula Vista
http://thirdavenuevillage.com/2016-taste-of-third/

Stroll up and down Chula Vista’s 3rd Street and enjoy eats from the local shops this Thursday evening. Participation costs $20 and provides food and drink samples from participating businesses while supplies last.

Business & Beer @ King Harbor Brewing
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, March 10
King Harbor Brewing, Redondo Beach
http://www.businessnbeer.com/

This monthly networking event for small business owners visits a South Bay brewery every second Thursday of the month. This month, they will hit up King Harbor Brewing in Redondo Beach. If you have involvement with a small business, love craft beer, or both, then stop by this Thursday night.

Downtown Los Angeles Art Walk (Second Thursdays)
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 10
Downtown Los Angeles
http://downtownartwalk.org/

This free monthly event takes place over many blocks in Downtown Los Angeles. Many galleries will open late, and some parking lots will contain more art, vendors, food trucks, entertainment, and more. Unless you know business owners, free parking barely exists in Downtown LA, although some meters only operate until 8pm. First-time visitors should attend with someone who has gone here prior.

4th Annual Bankers Hill Art & Craft Beer Festival
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 10
The Abbey, Bankers Hill, San Diego
http://new.bankershillbusinessgroup.com/

Bankers Hill will host a beer and art festival this Friday night for the third year in a row. Tickets cost $30 presale or $35 at the door, and include ten 4oz beer pours plus unlimited food from participating local vendors while supplies last. No one under 21 may attend.

Pennywise: Three Albums, Three Nights
7:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 10-12
The Palladium, Hollywood
http://pennywisdom.com/

Punk band Pennywise will headline three consecutive nights at the Hollywood Palladium this week, playing a different album each night. Tickets to these all-ages shows vary in price, so check with the website to see prices.

Dirty Little Secrets Burlesque – Music Video Mania
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm, March 11
Harvelle’s, Downtown Long Beach
http://www.dirtylittlesecretsburlesque.com/

Check out a burlesque show that pays tribute to old music videos this Friday night in Long Beach. General admission costs $15 while a reserved seat costs $30. No one under 21 may attend.

Halftoberfest @ Alpine Village
8:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 11
Alpine Village, Torrance
http://www.alpinevillagecenter.com/events/alpine-village-halftoberfest/

Missing the feel of Oktoberfest? Relive it this Friday night at Alpine Village in Torrance, complete with everything that Alpine Village’s actual Oktoberfest has. Entry costs $8, or anyone dressed in Oktoberfest clothes gets in for free!

Into The Wild – OC Trail Run
8:00 am – 11:00 am, March 12
Irvine Regional Park, Irvine
http://www.intothewildoctrailrun.com/

Seeking a challenging run through the wilderness? Check out Into The Wild, a 10k or 21k course running through trails of rocks, dirt, and more uneven ground. Registration costs $55 presale, and $60 on the day of the race.

3rd Annual Street Machine & Muscle Car Nationals
9:00 am – 4:00 pm, March 12-13
Fairplex, Pomona
http://www.streetmachinenationals.net/StreetMachineAndMuscleCarNationalsPomona

Come see over a thousand muscle cars, classic cars, hot rods, and more at this weekend-long car show at the Fairplex in Pomona. Tickets cost $18 if purchased from participating O’Reilly Auto Parts stores, or $20 if purchased online or at the gate. Children can enter for $5. Bring cash for parking which may cost up to $10.

3rd Annual Los Angeles IPA Festival
9:30 am – 9:30 pm, March 12
Mohawk Bend, Echo Park
http://www.laipafestival.com/

Find over 60 different California-brewed IPA’s at Mohawk Bend this Saturday during the LA IPA Fest. This event operates differently than a typical festival – instead of tickets, interested individuals may only make a reservation as a group of six of more. Reservations only last 90 minutes, and require a minimum order of $30 per individual. All beer servings cost $4 for an 8oz serving, meaning that every person must purchase at least eight pours. To make a reservation, send an email to ipafest@mohawk.la to indicate the amount of people in your reservation and the time that your party will arrive. Guests should park in the neighborhood north of Mohawk Bend.

International Tiki Market Place
10:00 am – 3:00 pm, March 12
Don The Beachcomber, Sunset Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/514145005423386/

For $10 admission gain access to a plethora of tiki-themed vendors in Sunset Beach this Saturday afternoon. Admission comes with a $10 voucher for food & drink, so technically you get in for free!

$3 Hakata Ramen Sale
10:00 am – 10:00 pm, March 12-13
Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata, Fountain Valley
http://www.shinsengumigroup.com/en/event/2016_fountainvalleyramen.php

In celebration of their 15th anniversary, Shin-Sen-Gumi in Fountain Valley will offer $3 bowls of their famous ramen this weekend. They will stop when they reach a thousand bowls served per day. Arrive early to score this deal!

4th Annual Holi Festival of Colors – Los Angeles
11:00 am – 4:00 pm, March 12
Excelsior High School, Norwalk
http://festivalofcolorsla.com/

Want to get covered in color without the necessity of moving for five kilometers? Check out the annual Festival of Colors this Saturday. As simply a celebration of color, guests will enjoy live music the entire time, all while mingling and showing off colors. Color throwing occurs every two hours starting at noon. Admission costs $5, and guests can purchase colors at the festival.

Sam Fest – 3rd Annual Los Angeles Barleywine Festival
11:30 am – 12:00 am, March 12
38 Degrees Ale House, Alhambra
http://38degreesalhambra.com/
http://www.facebook.com/events/988650914540087/

This Saturday, 38 Degrees will tap over 30 different barleywines in honor of Sam Samaniego, a beer enthusiast who traveled to Toronado Barleywine Festival annually. Come enjoy some barleywines, and check out some of the rare beers available too. This event requires no admission fee – simply show up, and pay as you drink. Guests can park for free in the parking lot behind the restaurant.

Irish Heritage Parade & Festival 2016
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm, March 12
Promenade Park, Downtown Long Beach
http://irishheritageparade.com/

Celebrate the arrival of St. Patrick’s Day with an Irish-themed festival and parade this Saturday in Downtown Long Beach. The parade will run down Pine Avenue from 2pm to 3pm, while the free all-ages festival will take place at Promenade Park complete with booths, arts & crafts, food, drinks, live entertainment, and more.

Best Coast Beer Fest
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm, March 12
Embarcadero Marina Park South, San Diego
http://bestcoastbeerfest.com/

This looks like another big corporate beer festival, so stay wary. This one takes place in Downtown San Diego, and will take place over two 4-hour sessions: 12-4pm and 5-9pm. The evening session will include a movie screening of Anchorman plus another secret movie. General admission costs $45 per session or $75 for both sessions, while a VIP admission exists that costs $125.

Phantom Carriage Brewery’s One Year Anniversary Celebration
12:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 12
Phantom Carriage Brewery, Carson
http://www.phantomcarriage.com/calendar/2016/2/1/year-one-anniversary-celebration

Phantom Carriage turns a year old this week, and to celebrate, they will have their very own festival at their tasting room in Carson this Saturday. All day long, they will show classic horror films, serve dozens of exclusive cellar brews, have live music, and host gourmet mobile food vendors. Admission costs $36 presale or $40 at the door, and comes with five beer pours, a food voucher, and a souvenir glass. No one under 21 may attend.

Akiba Day #1
2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, March 12
Weller Court, Little Tokyo, Downtown Los Angeles
http://akihabaraday.com/
http://www.facebook.com/events/777063215757238/

Check out this free and all-ages meetup for fans of anime and manga. Expect to see a handful of cosplay here as well.

Blacklight Run – Irvine
4:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 12
Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, Irvine
http://www.blacklightrun.com/irvine/

The fun run madness continues with this nightly run through Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. This run takes place at night, and requires participants to wear all white while getting splattered with neon powder throughout the blacklight-filled course. By the end of the run, all participants will glow with many different colors and enjoy seeing a sea of glowing runners at the afterparty. Registration costs $20 by Wednesday and $45 afterwards, and comes with an event t-shirt, a glow pack to throw at other runners AFTER you have crossed the finish line, and a goodie bag full of items from the event sponsors.

Electric Asian Night Market
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, March 12
All Souls Church, Alhambra
http://www.electricnightmarket.com/

The night market craze comes to Alhambra this Saturday night, free for all ages. Visitors will find lots of cultural food and drinks, as well as live music and other entertainment.

The Grabbers & The Crowd at The Karman Bar
7:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 12
The Karman Bar, Laguna Niguel
http://www.facebook.com/events/1552024365110824/

Rock out to some local punk bands this Saturday night in Laguna Niguel. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.

False Confession: Live in Ventura
8:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 12
The Garage, Ventura
http://www.facebook.com/events/1738052169765232/

Release some inner aggression at this punk show in Ventura this Saturday night. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.

Bonecrusher @ The World Famous Doll Hut
8:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 12
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/1089625631078440/

Get your weekly dose of punk rock at the Doll Hut in Anaheim this Saturday night. The cover for this show costs $7. No one under 21 may enter.

St. Patrick’s Ska Bash
8:30 pm – 11:30 pm, March 12
Out Of The Park Pizza, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/528561320658625/

Get your skanking on at this free and all-ages local ska show this Saturday night in Anaheim.

5th Annual Leprechaun Leap 5K
7:00 am – 12:00 pm, March 13
The District at Tustin Legacy, Tustin
http://leprechaunleap.org/

Warm your body up for St. Patrick’s Day with this Irish-themed 5k run/walk this Sunday morning in Tustin. Registration costs $40 for adults or $18 for minors.

42nd Annual Festival of the Kite
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, March 13
Redondo Pier, Redondo Beach
http://www.redondopier.com/event/42nd-annual-festival-of-the-kite-at-redondo-beach-pier/

Free to attend for all ages, kite flyers from all over will gather to all fly kites in unison. Participants can win prizes for highest flying, best handmade, youngest kite flyer, and more. Other activities include a yo-yo competition, a hot dog eating competition, and plenty of merchandise vendors.

Upcoming Events: March 2-8, 2015

Orange County Restaurant Week
March 1-7
Various restaurants in Orange County
http://www.orangecountyrestaurantweek.com/

For one week, numerous restaurants in Orange County will offer prix-fixe multi-course meals, ranging from $10-20 for lunch and $20-40 for dinner.

Get Happy – Old Pasadena Happy Hour Week
March 1-14
Participating locations, Old Pasadena
http://www.oldpasadena.org/happyhourweek/

Enjoy extended Happy Hour food & drink specials at participating locations in Old Pasadena during this two-week period.

Odd Market – Eagle Rock
5:30 pm – 9:30 pm, March 2
All Star Lanes, Eagle Rock
http://theoddmarket.com/eaglerock/

A handful of gourmet food trucks and local vendors will swarm into Eagle Rock tonight for some bowling and local fun. Free to attend, simply drop on by and bring out your friends and family.

H.R. from Bad Brains – Live in Long Beach
7:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 4
Blacklight District Lounge, Long Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/875495262502591/

Get your mid-week fill of punk rock at this show in Long Beach this Wednesday night. The cover for this show costs $12. No one under 21 may enter.

Dirty Little Secrets Rock Burlesque – First Wednesdays @ The Copper Door
9:30 pm – 12:00 am, March 4
The Copper Door, Downtown Santa Ana
http://www.facebook.com/events/1548768698721064/

Get your fill of burlesque every first Wednesday of the month at The Copper Door in Downtown Santa Ana, for free! Guests can park on the street for free after 8pm. No one under 21 may enter.

First Fridays
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 6
Various locations
Long Beach: http://firstfridayslongbeach.com/
Venice: http://www.abbotkinney1stfridays.com/

This monthly artwalk occurs on the first Friday of every month. Each location offers different activities, but most will contain food & drink specials, art exhibits & displays, street performers, and more. Venice and Long Beach have the two largest gatherings of all First Fridays. Other locations include Westchester, Fullerton, and City of Industry. Most First Fridays locations cost nothing to attend, while the local businesses uphold their standard rules (e.g. bars 21+ only).

Figueroa Mountain Brewing Tap Takeover
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 6
Alpine Village, Torrance
http://www.facebook.com/events/288160744640890/

Come to Alpine Village in Torrance this Friday evening and check out a lineup full of Fig Mtn brews.

Valiant Brewing 2nd Anniversary Celebration
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm, March 6
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, March 7
Valiant Brewing, Orange
http://valiant.bpt.me/

Valiant opened their doors to the public two years ago, and to celebrate, they will have two days of beer tasting at their tasting room in Orange. On Friday night, check out a VIP night that costs $70 to attend, and includes unlimited tasters of Valiant’s anniversary brews plus food pairings that include chocolate, coffee, and other hors d’oeuvres. On Saturday from noon to 4pm, Valiant will have their grand tasting event that costs $40 to attend, and includes unlimited tasters of most of Valiant’s lineup of brews, plus some in-house brewed sodas. No one under 21 may attend either event.

Rikk Agnew Band @ The World Famous Doll Hut
8:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 6
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/763991957009721/

Get your weekly dose of punk rock at this local bands show this Friday night at the Doll Hut in Anaheim. The cover for this show costs $6. No one under 21 may enter.

7 Seconds – Live in Southern California
8:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 6, Borderline Bar & Grill, Thousand Oaks http://www.facebook.com/events/436017816550013/
7:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 7, The Observatory, Santa Ana http://www.observatoryoc.com/event/7-Seconds

Legendary punk rock band 7 Seconds will embark on a mini California tour starting with these two shows in Southern California. Each show has its own ticket price and age limit, so click on the link of a show for more information.

The Secret Affair – 60’s Night
9:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 6
Alex’s Bar, Long Beach
http://www.alexsbar.com/event/198128

Occurring on every month’s first Friday, this 60’s night at Alex’s Bar will play all vinyl music of motown, northern soul, boogaloo, 60’s pop, and more. Feel free to dress up too, as the bar staff will hold costume contests and dance contests.

The Shell Corporation @ The Redwood
9:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 6
The Redwood Bar, Downtown Los Angeles
http://www.facebook.com/events/323422677854225/

Check out some awesome local punk bands this Friday night at The Redwood in Downtown LA. The cover for this show costs $8. No one under 21 may enter.

Viernes 13 – Live in Riverside
9:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 6
Mission Tobacco Lounge, Riverside
http://www.facebook.com/events/1375896709394318/

Check out this skacore show in Riverside this Friday night featuring a handful of local bands. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.

8th Annual Holi on the Beach
11:00 am – 3:00 pm, March 7
Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach
http://la-oc.aidindia.org/holionthebeach

For those unfamiliar with Holi, if you have ran in a color run before, Holi takes the running part out of it, and adds music, dancing, and other activities, such as yoga. Celebrate Indian culture by getting covered with color and listening to entrancing music. Admission to this all-ages events costs $12 presale and $15 on the day of the event. Most importantly – wear old clothes, and keep spare towels in your car.

3rd Annual Holi Festival of Colors – Los Angeles
11:00 am – 5:00 pm, March 7
Excelsior High School, Norwalk
http://festivalofcolorsla.com/

Want to get covered in color without the necessity of moving for five kilometers? Check out the annual Festival of Colors this Saturday. As simply a celebration of color, guests will enjoy live music the entire time, all while mingling and showing off colors. Color throwing occurs every two hours starting at noon. Admission costs $5, and guests can purchase colors at the festival.

West 3rd Street Crawl
11:00 am – 4:00 pm, March 7
Link, Beverly Grove, Los Angeles
http://www.eventbrite.com/e/ludlows-west-3rd-street-crawl-tickets-15733039946

Stroll and explore the businesses of West 3rd Street at this pub-like crawl. Participation costs $45, and comes with a handful of food & drink tastings and exclusive access to sales at select locations.

2015 Spring Busker Festival
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm, March 7-9
Seaport Village, San Diego
http://www.seaportvillage.com/entertainment/busker-festival

Basically, Circue du Soleil. This artful all-ages outdoor festival brings out performers of various entertainment trades (jugglers, contortionists, stilt-walkers, etc) to entertain visitors. Free to attend, guests should seek alternate methods of transportation to arrive here, such as carpooling or public transportation, as decent parking will likely take a long time to find.

14th Annual Lantern Festival
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm, March 7
Chinese American Museum, Los Angeles
http://www.camla.org/lanternfestival.html

This free and all-ages festival celebrates Chinese tradition with recreations of street fairs filled with illuminating lanterns, music, lion dance, interactive arts & crafts, and more, all culminating with a glow-in-the-dark dragon dance at the end of the day. Local food businesses will sell authentic Chinese food and drinks as well.

Best Coast Beer Fest
12:00 pm – 9:00 pm, March 7
Embarcadero Marina Park South, San Diego
http://bestcoastbeerfest.com/

This looks like another big corporate beer festival, so stay wary. This one takes place in Downtown San Diego, and will take place over two 4-hour sessions: 12-4pm and 5-9pm. The evening session will include a movie screening of Anchorman plus another secret movie. General admission costs $45 per session or $75 for both sessions, while a VIP admission exists that costs $125.

Phantom Carriage Brewery – Grand Opening
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm, March 7
Phantom Carriage Brewery, Carson
http://www.facebook.com/events/796410000434190/

Carson’s first production microbrewery officially opens the doors to their tasting room this Saturday, and they have invited YOU to come check them out! Phantom Carriage will have ten of their brews on tap for the public to try, as well as some rare beers from guest breweries. No admission required – simply show up, and pay for beers as you go.

2015 Los Angeles Celtic Faire
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm, March 7
12:00 pm – 6:00 pm, March 8
Fairplex, Pomona
http://www.celticfaireatfairplex.com/fp/events/irishFestival/

Prepare yourself for St. Patrick’s Day by immersing yourself in the culture this weekend at the 2015 Los Angeles Celtic Faire at the Fairplex in Pomona. Featuring authentic food, beer gardens, live music, dancing, arts & crafts, storytelling, merchandise vendors, athletic competitions, piping, and more, guests will find plenty to do here to remain occupied all day. Single-day admission costs $10, while children enter for $5. Parking costs $10, so I suggest carpooling to alleviate that fee.

Sam Fest – 2nd Annual Los Angeles Barleywine Festival
12:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 7
38 Degrees Ale House, Alhambra
http://38degreesalhambra.com/event/sam-fest-2nd-annual-los-angeles-barleywine-festival/

This Saturday, 38 Degrees will tap over 30 different barleywines in honor of Sam Samaniego, a beer enthusiast who traveled to Toronado Barleywine Festival annually. Come enjoy some barleywines, and check out some of the rare beers available too. This event requires no admission fee – simply show up, and pay as you drink. Guests can park for free in the parking lot behind the restaurant.

Self Help Festival 2015
1:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 7
NOS Event Center, San Bernardino
http://selfhelpfest.com/

The festival for hardcore fans comes to Southern California this Saturday. Admission to this all-day music festival costs $42.50.

Howl Event Space – Official Launch Party
2:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 7
Howl Event Space, Long Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/401934749985836/

The Howl Event Space in Downtown Long Beach officially opens for business this week, and to celebrate their opening, they will have a FREE launch party for everyone to come check out. Experience live music, vendors, food, drinks, a photo booth, and more.

Blacklight Run – San Diego
4:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 7
Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego
http://www.blacklightrun.com/sandiego-ca/

The fun run madness continues with this nightly run through Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. This run takes place at night, and requires participants to wear all white while getting splattered with neon powder throughout the blacklight-filled course. By the end of the run, all participants will glow with many different colors and enjoy seeing a sea of glowing runners at the afterparty. Registration costs $20 by Wednesday and $45 afterwards, and comes with an event t-shirt, a glow pack to throw at other runners AFTER you have crossed the finish line, and a goodie bag full of items from the event sponsors.

Agent Orange – Live in San Diego
8:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 7
The Casbah, San Diego
http://www.casbahmusic.com/event/5155

Legendary surf punk band Agent Orange will headline a show in San Diego this Saturday night. Tickets to this show cost $13 presale or $15 at the door. No one under 21 may enter.

The Dickies @ Characters Sports Bar
8:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 7
Characters Sports Bar, Pomona
http://gonzopresents.com/event/196179

Legendary punk band The Dickies will headline a show in Pomona this Saturday night. Tickets to this show cost $13 presale or $15 at the door. No one under 21 may enter. Guests can find plenty of free parking in the area, and can avoid paying to park in the adjacent parking lot.

The Coaster Run 5K/10K/Kids Run
6:00 am – 10:00 am, March 8
Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park
http://endurancecui.active.com/event-reg/select-race?e=9382051

Participate in a charity run through an amusement park this Sunday morning with the Coaster Run. Choose between a 5K or a 10K, or a Kids Run for the little ones. As a charity run, no participant can win – all participants will receive a commemorative medal for finishing the run, plus a complimentary slice of Boysenberry Pie. All participants also receive a coupon for half off an adult’s admission to the amusement park good for up to a month following the run. Registration varies in price depending on the course, so refer to the website for details.

41st Annual Festival of the Kite
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm, March 8
Redondo Pier, Redondo Beach
http://www.redondopier.com/event/40th-annual-festival-of-the-kite/

Free to attend for all ages, kite flyers from all over will gather to all fly kites in unison. Participants can win prizes for highest flying, best handmade, youngest kite flyer, and more. Other activities include a yo-yo competition, a hot dog eating competition, and plenty of merchandise vendors.

LA Weekly’s The Essentials
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, March 8
California Market Center, Downtown Los Angeles
http://microapp.laweekly.com/essentials/2015/

Basically, a food & wine fest for the rich. General admission costs $65 presale or $70 at the door, starts at 2pm, and comes with unlimited food & drink tastings until they run out. VIP admission costs $85 presale or $90 at the door, starts at 1pm, and includes a VIP gift bag.

Upcoming Events: March 17-23, 2014

St. Patrick’s Day
March 17
Worldwide

Too many places to name will do something special on this day, so check with your favorite local establishment to see what they have going on. Have a good time, and stay safe!

Burlesque Fandom Battle: Star Wars vs Star Trek
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm, March 18
Bar Lubitsch, West Hollywood
http://www.facebook.com/events/258706104303437/

The age-old debate of Star Wars versus Star Trek remains in a stalemate, and will remain that way for eternity. You can witness a more entertaining take on that debate this Tuesday night with this burlesque show depicting one world versus the other. The cover for this show costs $10. No one under 21 may enter.

Bottle Share @ The Rookery
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 19
The Rookery, Pomona
http://www.facebook.com/events/785839171443598/

Share your favorite craft beer with other craft beer enthusiasts at this bottle share this Wednesday night in Downtown Pomona. Bring in a 750ml bottle of craft beer and order at least $10 of food in order to participate. Guests can find plenty of free parking in the area, and can avoid paying for parking entirely.

Scrapbook Expo – Orange County
10:00 pm – 6:00 pm, March 20-22
Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim
http://www.scrapbookexpo.com/

The nationally-famous Scrapbook Expo comes to Southern California this week! Admission to this all-ages expo varies in price, starting at $8 for a one-day general admission adult ticket.

IPA & Curry Night
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 20
Beachwood BBQ, Seal Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/663635343693616/

Beachwood BBQ returns with another special food night. This time, they will serve five variations of curry, similar to Curry Night last year. In addition, catch special IPA pairings for each curry variation. No reservations required – simply show up, have a seat, and order!

7th Annual Musink Tattoo & Music Festival
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm, March 21
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm, March 22
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm, March 23
OC Fair & Events Center, Costa Mesa
http://musink.org/

Welcome to Musink, an all-ages music, tattoo, skateboarding, and pin-up festival that takes place at the OC Fairgrounds this weekend. Some of the largest names in punk rock will perform this weekend, such as The Descendents and The Vandals. Over 300 tattoo artists from around the world will fly in for the weekend. Tickets will remain on sale until the end of the fest on Sunday, so do not worry about not obtaining a ticket. Bring cash, as most of the vendors do not accept cards. Parking costs $10 per vehicle, so I highly recommend carpooling or getting dropped off.

Free Punk Show @ Blacklight District Lounge
7:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 21
Blacklight District Lounge, Long Beach
http://www.facebook.com/events/582092611881278/

Catch a free local punk rock show this Friday night in Long Beach. No one under 21 may attend.

Free Punk Show @ The World Famous Doll Hut
8:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 21
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/226477260890909/

Take our some inner aggression at this free show this Friday night in Anaheim. No one under 21 may enter.

Dirty Ass Punk Night
9:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 21
Loaded Hollywood, Hollywood
http://www.facebook.com/events/1480269448867416/

Local punk bands hit up Hollywood this Friday night. Check out this fun lineup for just $5 at Loaded Hollywood. No one under 21 may enter.

The Zombie Run Extreme/Black Ops – Los Angeles
9:00 am – 10:00 pm, March 22
Acton Movie Ranch, Acton
http://thezombierun.com/location/socal/

You never truly run a 5k or obstacle course until you have to run it under fear! This two-part zombie run places you in the shoes of a survivor or zombie. In the morning, participate in a 5K obstacle course, where you can register as a fleeing human, or as a zombie seeking to capture the humans. At night, participate in the same setup, but under the cover of darkness with little to no light. Registration varies depending on the course, time, and role, starting as low as $45 for a single zombie.

3rd Annual Winners’ Circle BBQ Championship
10:30 am – 4:00 pm, March 22
Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
http://santaanitabbq.com/

Enjoy some traditional BBQ meats this Saturday afternoon at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia. Admission to this all-ages food fest costs around $12 per person, and once inside, tasting tickets cost $1 each. Each vendor takes a varying amount of tickets depending on the item offered.

Holi on the Beach 2013
11:00 am – 3:00 pm, March 22
Will Rogers State Beach, Pacific Palisades
http://www.aidla-events.org/holionthebeach/

Missed Festival of Colors last weekend? You have another chance at it this Saturday. For those unfamiliar with Holi, if you have ran in a color run before, Holi takes the running part out of it, and adds music, dancing, and other activities, such as yoga. Celebrate Indian culture by getting covered with color and listening to entrancing music. Admission to this all-ages events costs $10 presale and $15 on the day of the event. The first 150 cars receive $2 off the parking fee, so try to arrive early! Most importantly – wear old clothes, and keep spare towels in your car.

Let There Be Light: A Spring Equinox Design Fair
12:00 pm – 7:00 pm, March 22-23
405 Mateo St, Downtown LA Arts District
http://parachutemarket.com/

This all-ages design fair showcases the latest seasonal trends in furniture, objects, fine arts, sculptures, and fashion. Tickets cost $8 presale and $10 at the door, and admit you for one day only. Attendees should park at any metered parking spot on the streets nearby, which only requires coinage until 4pm. Attendees can park on the street for free on Sunday.

FirkFest – A Cask Ale Festival
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm, March 22
Anaheim Farmers Park, Anaheim
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/539158

Craft beer fans will want to travel to Anaheim this Saturday, as Anaheim hosts FirkFest, a beer fest with only cask ales. FirkFest will feature over 30 breweries, and costs $50 to get in. Use promo code mothercolony to save $10! No one under 21 may attend.

Sam Fest – The Inaugural Los Angeles Barleywine Festival
12:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 22
38 Degrees Ale House, Alhambra
http://38degreesalhambra.com/event/sam-fest-the-inaugural-los-angeles-barleywine-festival/

This Saturday, 38 Degrees will tap over 30 different barleywines in honor of Sam Samaniego, a beer enthusiast who traveled to Toronado Barleywine Festival annually. Come enjoy some barleywines, and check out some of the rare beers available too. This event requires no admission fee – simply show up, and pay as you drink. Guests can park for free in the parking lot behind the restaurant.

Ska Night @ The Glass House
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm, March 22
Glass House, Pomona
http://www.theglasshouse.us/event/503029-code-name-rocky-gogo-13-pomona/

Get your skanking on this Saturday night in Pomona with this great lineup of local ska bands. Tickets to this all-ages show cost $10. Guests can park for free around Downtown Pomona, so avoid paying for parking where possible.

Punk Night @ The World Famous Doll Hut
8:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 22
The World Famous Doll Hut, Anaheim
http://www.facebook.com/events/1377882519125212/

For just $5, rock out with some great local punk rock bands at the Doll Hut in Anaheim. No one under 21 may attend.

CH3 @ Redwood Bar
9:00 pm – 1:00 am, March 22
Redwood Bar, Downtown Los Angeles
http://www.facebook.com/events/247991278713224/

CH3 headlines a small show this Saturday night in Downtown Los Angeles. The cover for this show costs $8. No one under 21 may enter. Street parking meters go off at 8pm, so guests can park on the street for free.

Naked Aggression @ Billy O’s
9:00 pm – 2:00 am, March 22
Billy O’s Restaurant & Saloon, Ventura
http://www.facebook.com/events/741595079186066/

Naked Aggression will headline a small local show this Saturday night in Ventura. The cover for this show costs $8. No one under 21 may attend.

Los Angeles Seafood Festival
10:00 am – 6:00 pm, March 23
Olvera Street, Downtown Los Angeles
http://www.lafoodfestivals.com/

Dozens of food vendors will serve up delicious seafood along Olvera Street this Sunday afternoon. Free to attend for all ages, visitors can simply pay for the food that they want without the worry of paying to enter.

Voodoo Glow Skulls @ Dipiazza’s
6:00 pm – 12:00 am, March 23
Dipiazza’s, Long Beach
http://www.dipiazzas.com/index.php?option=com_events&task=view_detail&agid=2048&year=2014&month=03&day=23&Itemid=12

Voodoo Glow Skulls currently tours along the west coast, and they will swing by Long Beach for an all-ages show this Sunday night. Although not specified, this show should cost around $10.