5 Must Do Events For May In Los Angeles
The fifth month of the year is chock full of celebrations from the beginning to the end, with May 1 designated as May Day, May 8 designated as Mothers Day, and May 30 designated as Memorial Day. But these three significant calendar markers aren't the only games in town as spring slowly turns into summer. That said, consider the following five must-do events that will be happening come May in Los Angeles.
Olvera Street Festival
Olvera Street Festival
845 N. Alameda St.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 628-1274
www.olvera-street.com
April 30 through May 1 at Noon
Angelenos love to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, the day that commemorates the astonishing victory on May 5, 1862 of a small Mexican army over the powerful French in the battle of Puebla. To celebrate in style, join other like minds by heading over to the annual Olvera Street Festival expressly meant for this occasion, a time when streets are blocked off for partying, when all kinds of food and drink from south of the border are in abundance, and where mariachis play and folklorico dancers entertain, as do less traditional acts. Also on hand are a plethora of booths selling Mexican goods, a selection of carnival rides and even a celebratory beer garden. Also expect a bevy of fine museums to be open during this celebration, said to be the biggest of its type in the entire nation, and possibly in the entire world. Think massive block party with about half a million people enthusiastically taking part.
CicLAvia
525 S. Hewitt St.
Los Angeles, CA 900134-5
Event is Citywide
(213) 355-8500
www.ciclavia.org
May 15, 2016 at 9 a.m.
CicLAvia is the Spanish term for "bike way" which explains why, on this day in the middle of the month, some of Los Angeles' well worn streets are temporarily closed so that all kinds of vehicles without motors can get the chance to ride with pride as they preside over these thoroughfares. Everything from bicycles to tricycles, from skateboards to strollers are on hand for this special event that was first celebrated in Bogotá, Colombia. Along the route, food trucks and street performers will do their thing as shops and restaurants also are equipped to make this an especially memorable day in May.
The Forum: Rihanna Anti World Tour 2016
3900 W Manchester Blvd.
Inglewood, CA 90305
310) 330-7300
May 3 and May 4, 2016 at 7:30 p.m.
The always entertaining Rihanna will stop by the City of Angeles for her Anti World Tour 2016 in the beginning of May. The famous Barbadian singer will hit the Forum with special guest Travis Scott as fans go crazy for all the fun musical fare that takes place on this newly refashioned stage. Expect to hear many of her greatest hits from this Grammy award winning singer. It's a show you won't want to miss.
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Jazz At LACMA: Eric Reed Quartet
Los Angeles County Music of Art
5905 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 857-6000
www.lacma.org
May 6, 2016 at 6 p.m.
Free for all who want to take part, this Jazz at LACMA performance features pianist Eric Reed, a man who wears many hats as ensemble and solo performer, composer, educator and producer. If you're into this kind of music and all that jazz, head for the BP Grand Entrance of LACMA for a free May concert to remember.
Canoga Park Memorial Day Parade
Sherman Way and Owensmouth
Canoga Park, CA 91306
(818) 884-4222
www.cpwhchamber.org
May 30, 2016 at 11 a.m.
To celebrate those who lost their life in exchange for American freedom, this particular march is arguably Los Angeles' best. Taking place for the 27th time in 2016, this popular events' marching bands start to play as mighty floats start to slide along beginning at Sherman Way and Owensmouth in Canoga Park. Military aircraft will fly proudly above this celebratory scene.
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