Weekend Guide

Record Store Day - April 12

Every year, music collectors celebrate as record stores across Los Angeles release special limited-edition items, such as colored vinyl and reissues. Major spots like Amoeba in Hollywood often draw long lines out the door.

Spring Soiree at the Americana at Brand — April 12

Hop into spring at Americana at Brand’s annual Easter celebration, where family fun takes center stage. This year’s festivities promise a day of delightful moments, from a charming petting zoo and toe-tapping live tunes by The BeatBuds to whimsical crafting stations courtesy of Mastercard. Little ones will love the face painters and balloon artists, while grown-ups can savor complimentary bites from beloved eateries at The Americana at Brand. Don’t forget to snap a few photos—picture-perfect memories await around every corner.

Dapper Day at Disneyland — April 12-13

Dapper Day weekend returns to the Disneyland Resort with two stylish days of retro-inspired revelry. The highlight? A sprawling 30,000-square-foot Expo marketplace at the Disneyland Hotel, brimming with vintage and contemporary fashion finds—think dashing apparel, accessories, cosmetics, barbers, shoes, and hats—all curated to help you craft that perfect photo-ready look. Guests can enjoy live music, dancing at the Expo stage, and special photo ops inside the park (with separate admission). It’s a celebration of timeless style and Disney magic, all wrapped into one chic weekend.

Spring Block Party at the Garland — April 13

The Front Yard Spring Block Party—an afternoon of live music, pop-up shopping, gourmet bites, and top-tier beer and wine tastings, all in support of Best Friends Animal Society. Tickets are available at the door, with proceeds helping an inspiring organization work toward a no-kill nation for shelter pets.

Don McLean at Barnes & Noble at The Grove — April 13

Book lovers, take note— Barnes & Noble at The Grove is hosting a can’t-miss signing event right out front with Don McLean. Swing by for a chance to meet the author in person, get your copy of Vincent: A Starry Starry Night signed, and enjoy a one-on-one moment with the mind behind the pages and the songs. It’s a charming way to spend an afternoon in one of L.A.’s favorite open-air shopping spots.

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