Atwater Village Theatre, Casitas Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 18, 2026 To October 26, 2026
8:00 pm To 10:00 pm
The Echo Theater Company presents the world premiere of a darkly funny, emotionally charged new play written by Emmy-nominated playwright Janine Nabers. Featuring an ensemble cast that includes Kelly McCreary (Grey’s Anatomy), Tamberla Perry (Brilliant Minds) and John Clarence Stewart (Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, Brilliant Minds,… Read more…
Blue Note LA, 6372 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028
September 22, 2026 To September 24, 2026
7:00 pm To 11:00 pm
RAVI COLTRANE is a critically acclaimed Grammy nominated saxophonist, bandleader, and composer. In the course of a twenty plus year career, Mr. Coltrane has worked as a sideman to many, and recorded noteworthy albums for himself and others. Ravi has released six albums as a… Read more…
Riverside Art Museum, 3425 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501
September 23, 2026 To October 4, 2026
10:00 am To 5:00 pm
Presenting the evolution of Bernard Hoyes’ signature Rag Series, developed during the 1970s and expanded through collage, painting, and printmaking. His rhythmic compositions reflect Afro-Caribbean spirituality, rituals, and the power of women across music, dance, and magic. The works explore themes of race, identity, memory,… Read more…
Bovard Auditorium, 3551 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA
September 24, 2026 To September 24, 2026
7:00 pm To 9:00 pm
Marking the 50th anniversary of one of the most ambitious and influential albums in the history of popular music, Songs in the Key of Life at 50: Reimagined brings Stevie Wonder’s landmark 1976 recording to the stage for a one-night-only concert. Released in September 1976…
Sound Dhaba, 2441 Hunter Street, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 24, 2026 To September 24, 2026
8:00 pm To 9:30 pm
The versatile, bold, unique, fearless drummer, Jonathon Pinson, brings together an amazing line-up of musicians: Joel Ross on vibraphone, Braxton Cook on Alto Sax, Mark Turner on Tenor Sax, Liya Gigoryan on Piano, Luca Alamanno on Bass to pay tribute to the beautiful, spiritual and revolutionary… Read more…
Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, North Topanga Canyon Boulevard, Topanga, CA, USA
September 24, 2026 To September 24, 2026
7:30 pm To 9:00 pm
Experience the power of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through lesser-known speeches and hidden gems of his historic life and work. Longtime Theatricum Company Member Gerald C. Rivers weaves his own inspiring journey from Compton to Hollywood, to Morehouse College, and his dedication to… Read more…
UCLA, Kaufman Hall, Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 25, 2026 To September 25, 2026
7:00 pm To 9:00 pm
Join the UCLA Art & Global Health Center for a free screening of The Ebony Canal, directed by six-time Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Emmai Alaquiva. The documentary examines disparities in Black infant mortality and maternal health while sharing the experiences of Black mothers and highlighting solution-driven… Read more…
The Sun Rose, 8430 Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069
September 25, 2026 To September 25, 2026
6:30 pm To 11:00 pm
The Heavyweights, a powerhouse supergroup pushing the boundaries of funk, soul, jazz, and groove, return The Sun Rose for two intimate shows. The supergroup features Grammy winning and former Snarky Puppy keyboardist Cory Henry, Grammy winning Soulive guitarist and solo act Eric Krasno and Grammy… Read more…
Harun Coffee, 4336 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008
September 25, 2026 To September 25, 2026
7:00 pm To 10:30 pm
This month will be the premier of “Tribe” featuring Braxton Cook, Brandon Rose and Jonathan Pinson as they display their upcoming project “Black Renaissance”. There will be a live vinyl DJ set by Kacey Lynch selecting the sounds. Make sure to enjoy the drinks available in the shop. Seating is… Read more…
Kennth Hahn State Recreation Area, 4100 La Cienega Boulevard, Burke-Roche picnic area, Los Angeles, CA 90056
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
9:00 am To 10:30 am
Mike Check Yur Colon is hosting its first 5K run/walk. Join Hike 4 Mike, an event that is literally saving lives. Mike Check Yur Colon raises funds to provide Free Screening Colonoscopies for people under the age of 45. Young people between the ages of… Read more…
Lore Leimert Park, 4334 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
2:00 pm To 5:00 pm
Join African American Historic Places LA for one or all of the community workshops for the African American History of Los Angeles Historic Context Statement Update. The workshops will be held at various locations throughout the City and will provide multiple opportunities for collective storytelling… Read more…
Los Angeles State Historic Park, North Spring Street, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
10:00 am To 12:30 pm
BGST Workshop: Intro to Drone I Photography with Conner Varin Ready to take your visual storytelling to new heights? Join Black Girls Shoot Too for an immersive, hands-on Intro to Drone I Photography workshop at Los Angeles State Historic Park! Whether you’ve never touched… Read more…
Watts Towers Arts Center Campus, 1727 East 107th Street, Watts, CA 90002
September 26, 2026 To September 27, 2026
10:00 am To 6:00 pm
Celebrate art, music, and community at the Watts Towers Arts Center Campus! Experience two days of live music and cultural celebration at one of Los Angeles’ most iconic historic landmarks. The Day of the Drum Festival celebrates percussion traditions from across the globe. The Watts… Read more…
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, North Santa Monica Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
7:30 pm To 10:00 pm
On Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 7:30pm at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (The Wallis), Daymé Arocena takes the stage with a bold, genre-defying performance Alkemi that fuses her Afro-Cuban roots with neo-soul, jazz, and contemporary Latin pop in one dynamic exchange.…
Atwater Village Theater, 3269 Casitas Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90039
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
8:00 pm To 10:00 pm
The Peterson Show follows five former child stars who reunite as the legacy of their beloved television father collapses into scandal. With cameras swarming outside and decades of unresolved history inside, they confront old rivalries, buried secrets and the complicated bonds forged while growing up… Read more…
Long Beach, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
4:30 pm To 8:00 pm
Come out and support TEDxShorelineDrive as we bring powerful ideas, inspiring stories, and an unforgettable experience to Long Beach! Be in the room on September 26th and experience the power of Perseverance LIVE! Tickets available to on Eventbrite.
7825 South Western Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
7:00 pm To 11:00 pm
Join us for a fun-filled night of music, poetry, song & dance, spoken word, great food, and great social and cultural activities! “Come Home, Come Home to the Black Lands!”
Reparations Club, South Victoria Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA
September 26, 2026 To September 26, 2026
7:00 pm To 9:00 pm
Join Rep Club for a discussion on Mazywood by author Tananarive Due and moderator Rachel True S.A Cosby’s All The Sinners Bleed meets Percival Everett’s Erasure in this literary thriller following the grandson of a famous black actress from the 1920s to the 1940s, now… Read more…
The Den San Pedro, 1126 West 37th Street, San Pedro, CA, USA
September 27, 2026 To September 27, 2026
2:00 pm To 5:00 pm
Join authors Carla DuPree Clark and Windy Barnes Farrell for a special reading from Secrets of Shady: Book One. Through dramatic storytelling and soulful music, they will bring Shady’s remarkable journey through the Chitlin’ Circuit to life. The reading will be followed by a book… Read more…
ORA, Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008
September 27, 2026 To September 27, 2026
3:00 pm To 7:00 pm
Rhythm and Brewed is bringing together R&B lovers, coffee, tea, and matcha enthusiasts to unite over great taste, both in music and drinks. Come dressed in earth tones, white, yellow, green, or brown and immerse yourself in a space designed for connection, conversation, and community.… Read more…
Roscoe’s jazz Lounge 730 East Broadway Long Beach Calif. 90802
September 27, 2026 To September 27, 2026
4:00 pm To 7:00 pm
TRANE AT 100: A Centennial Celebration of John Coltrane TRANE AT 100 is an immersive centennial journey into the music, spirit and ever-expanding world of John Coltrane. The experience opens theatrically inside a Detroit jazz club in 1951. Actors Robert J. Carmack and Mechelle LaChaux portray…
765 Wall St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Monday - Sunday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
All of the dishes from the restaurant’s extensive menu are made from scratch, with original recipe’s crafted in Reed’s kitchen. Favorites off of the Poppy + Rose menu include Buttermilk Chicken + Waffles, the Fried Chicken Sandwich, Biscuits and Gravy and a Pulled Pork Hash Platter. Along with brunch staples are the restaurant’s equally loved, Read more »
2835 S Robertson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034, USA
Monday: Closed Tuesday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Ackee Bamboo is a family-owned and operated business that has been around since 2004. Our mission is to share a taste of our culture in every bite by providing fresh and quality food that is full of authenticity. We believe in putting out the highest quality products and customer service possible. This Caribbean restaurant has Read more »
207 S Market St, Inglewood, California, USA
Monday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM* Tuesday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM *Kitchen closes at 10:00 PM on Mondays'
Welcome to The Nile Bar, where the spirit of camaraderie, live music, and an energetic atmosphere converge to create a distinctive sports bar experience. Our patrons consistently applaud the seamless blend of entertainment and vibrant ambiance that defines our establishment. We take pride in delivering more than just a quick bite – we offer a Read more »
1649 North Cahuenga Boulevard, Central LA, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, until midnight Friday and Saturday, with weekend brunch starting at 11 a.m.
On the menu, diners can find crowd-pleasers like oxtail macaroni and cheese, traditional beef and vegetarian patties, coco bread, and an oxtail platter with caramelized plantains and rice and peas. Oysters get doused with jerk seasoning before being fried crispy, while “islander egg rolls” arrive filled with a choice of earthy jerk chicken, vegetables, or Read more »
339 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
Monday - Tuesday: Closed Wednesday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
What started as a simple request for some soul food, eventually drove us to rebranding ourselves and opening our very own Soul food restaurant. For over 20 years we had been catering under the name Annie’s Edibles. A few years ago, we had a client request us do soul food for their company lunch and Read more »
9077 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA
Open Tuesday - Sunday 6pm - 2am Dinner Service 6pm - 9:30pm
At Andys, we fuse the nostalgic vibes of the 1970s with modern energy to create a one-of-a-kind experience. In collaboration with the Anderson .Paak & Houston Brothers, our mission is to bring people together through live music, soulful New American bites with an Asian twist, and curated vinyl DJ sets. A restaurant lounge where creativity Read more »
Los Angeles - So Cal