Weekend Guide

Das Bunker's 'History of Industrial' Night at Catch One — May 3

L.A.’s longest-running industrial club cranks up the nostalgia with a Y2K-themed night devoted to the gritty, thumping roots of the genre. Catch One will echo with darkwave, EBM, and industrial classics spun by a stacked DJ lineup including Baby Magick, Mimi Cry, and Rev. John himself. Come for the music, stay for the cyber-goth looks and throwback drink specials.

Arthur Russell 24 to 24 Music at REDCAT — May 1-3

Minimalist disco meets art-house rave in this three-night happening from Wild Up. Inspired by Arthur Russell’s legendary downtown NYC sound, the REDCAT stage morphs into a glowing, beat-driven dancefloor experience—equal parts concert and club. With immersive lighting and open-form jams, it’s a tribute to the spirit of 1979 that pulses straight through 2025.

Dave Chappelle at The Upstairs L.A. — May 1-2

Comedy’s most provocative voice lands in Downtown L.A. for a rare two-night set at The Upstairs. Known for mixing razor-sharp wit with no-holds-barred commentary, Dave Chappelle’s shows are as unpredictable as they are unforgettable. Expect an intimate venue, high demand, and material that sparks just as much laughter as it does conversation. Tickets won’t last.

The Branded Arts Festival at Manual Arts High School — May 1

A week of bold murals and boundary-pushing visuals wraps up with a public celebration at this South L.A. high school turned art hub. The closing event features work by heavyweights like Shepard Fairey and Ozzie Juarez, plus talks, community gatherings, and a final chance to witness the transformation of the campus walls into a living canvas.

Bamboozled at South Coast Botanical Gardens — Opening May 1

Take a stroll through 87 acres of lush garden transformed by art in this whimsical new outdoor exhibit. Bamboozled invites visitors on a scavenger-style adventure to discover eight towering bamboo bird sculptures by artist duo The Myth Makers. Part nature walk, part art hunt, it’s an imaginative escape perfect for spring.

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