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Fun Things To Do In LA When It’s Raining

March 17, 2012 2:00 PM

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The song definitely got it wrong, but at least there are plenty of fun things to do when it rains in Southern California. From indoor skydiving to cooking classes and dance lessons, some of the Southland’s best activities are completely weather-proof.

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EATZ

1032 N. Spaulding Ave.
West Hollywood, CA 90046
310-824-3586
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Feast on tantalizing cuisine while learning how to replicate mouth-watering recipes at home. Cozy cooking classes at EATZ utilize seasonal ingredients and include a surprise appetizer, as well as wine pairings or cocktails made from scratch. From a month-long culinary series to a three-hour course on quick yet delicious meals (think Crab and Applewood Smoked Bacon Mac and Cheese), EATZ has something for every epicure.

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The Original Pantry

877 South Figueroa St.
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213-972-9279
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Fluffy pancakes, hearty comfort food or a hot cup of joe will warm you from head to toe at The Original Pantry. Open 24-7, this world-famous diner now owned by former L.A. Mayor Richard Riordan hasn’t closed its doors once since 1924.

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3rd Street Dance

8558 W. 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
310-275-4683
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Not in the mood for a soggy run? Dust off your dancing shoes and perfect your moves at 3rd Street Dance. Argentine tango, salsa, swing, ballroom and even wedding prep classes certainly beat a boring afternoon at the gym.

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iFly Hollywood

Universal Studios City Walk
Universal City, CA 91608
818-985-4359
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First-time and seasoned skydivers can leave the rain – and gravity – behind at iFly Hollywood. For just $60, the popular Earn Your Wings package gets you two indoor flights in a vertical wind tunnel, which is equivalent to the flight time of three tandem skydives.

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Muvico Theaters

166 West Hillcrest Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
805-496-5487
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Enjoy your favorite fall brew or a glass of wine while taking in a flick at Muvico Theaters in Thousand Oaks. Be sure to purchase tickets for the Premier Level, an adults-only section with plush, couch-like seating and access to Bogart’s Bar and Grill.

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Petersen Automotive Museum

6060 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-930-CARS
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Check out highlights from Robert E. Petersen’s automotive collection at the Petersen Automotive Museum. As creator of Hot Rod and Motor Trend magazines, it’s no surprise that you’ll be able to see everything from his 1925/34 Rolls-Royce Phantom I Aerodynamic Coupe “Round Door Rolls” to a 1942/46 Lincoln Presidential Limousine used by presidents Roosevelt and Truman.

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Chado Tea Room

79 North Raymond
Pasadena, CA 91103
626-431-2832
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Choose from more than 300 types of specialty teas at Chado Tea Room locations in Los Angeles, Hollywood and Pasadena. From chai blends to reserves and loose-leaf teas, there’s a little something for everyone. Pair your favorite cup with soup, salad or a sandwich. Scones and cakes are also available.

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Los Angeles County Museum Of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-857-6000
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With more than 100,000 objects from various time periods on display, there’s no better time than a rainy day to explore the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. As the largest art museum in the western United States, LACMA is constantly debuting new exhibitions.

Julia BR

Went to Paint:Lab on Main Street Santa Monica last Saturday evening for Paint, Wine and Cheese. What a cool thing to do if it were raining. It’s got a nice, warm feel to it that make it the perfect little art studio to try your hand at painting for the day. They let you stay and paint for the day, and for $20 + canvas price they give you the paint and paintbrushes to use.

Would love to hear if anyone else has ever tried it.

They’re at 2912 Main Street, Santa Monica, their website is http://www.paintlab.net
Maria

The funnest thing to do when its raining is to have sex over and over and over and over again. Just being honest =)
Dave Ockun – REALTOR® Keller Williams

The Pantry is truly an amazing place to go for breakfast Rain or Shine! I think the Arclight would be a great addition as well to this list as the movies is always a great option when its raining.