Spotlight on SoCal | Events & Things To Do in Southern California
EnglishEspañol中文

Southern California

What's Going On In SoCal

Festivals, fall harvests, film, food and live music from Los Angeles to San Diego, with Orange County at the heart. Search everything, including events that have already happened!

Free to browse. No account needed. · Provided by Bruce Clark and Veronica Ruiz | Real Broker

130Happening today3,119Upcoming events2,865Concerts, sports & theater2,778Past events archived
Local & communityFarmers markets (322)Kids & family (131)Holiday events (78)
UpcomingTodayThis weekendNext 7 daysBy monthPast eventsEverything
Or jump straight to a city:
Within 50 miles of Montclair 3 mi5 mi10 mi25 mi50 mi Clear
★ November spotlight: Music (965)Free to attendKid-friendly

On set dates

176 events
Nov11Wed

San Fernando Valley Veterans Day Parade

Wed, Nov 11  ·  11:11 AM
Laurel Canyon Blvd., Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

A parade honoring those who serve and have served, with a carnival at Ritchie Valens Recreation Center.

HolidaysDetails →
Nov13Fri

Japanese Food Expo in LA 2026

Nov 13 to 14  ·  Fri 5 to 8 PM; Sat 11 AM to 1:30 PM, 2:30 to 5 PM or 6 to 8:30 PM
Ovation Hollywood, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

Japanese dishes, drinks and workshops with representatives from Japan's prefectures.

Food & DrinkDetails →
Nov14Sat

Veterans Day Freedom Run

Sat, Nov 14  ·  7:30 AM
Palisades Park, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

5K, 10K and half marathon honoring veterans.

Sports & FitnessDetails →
Nov16Mon

The World Animation Summit

Nov 16 to 18  ·  Various
The Garland, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

Top names behind the year's animated features discuss awards-season work and the animation business.

Arts & FilmDetails →
Nov20Fri

L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow

Nov 20, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027  ·  Box office opens 5:45 PM
Los Angeles Zoo, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

A walk-through holiday light show at the zoo. This year's theme is nature, with lit birds, butterflies, marine creatures and Ice Age giants, plus an ice rink and Santa...

HolidaysKid-friendlyDetails →
Nov20Fri

LA Auto Show

Nov 20 to 29  ·  Various
Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

First look at 2027 vehicles, concept cars, mods and classics, with immersive exhibits.

Festivals & FairsDetails →
Nov22Sun

LA Classic Turkey Trot

Sun, Nov 22  ·  7:45 AM
Griffith Park, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

3rd annual Thanksgiving-week race with a 5K run/walk, 5 miler and 15K through Griffith Park.

Sports & FitnessDetails →
Nov26Thu

LA Turkey Trail

Thu, Nov 26  ·  7 AM
LA Turkey Trail, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

Trail race on Thanksgiving morning in the mountains.

Sports & FitnessDetails →
Nov26Thu

Turkey Trot LA

Thu, Nov 26  ·  7:30 AM
Downtown LA, Los Angeles
about 32 mi (city area)

14th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Trot through downtown Los Angeles.

Sports & FitnessDetails →

Running all season

13 listings
SeasonMulti-week

Mini Melodies at MainPlace

Every first Wednesday
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
about 25 mi (city area)

A free monthly music session for young children, held the first Wednesday of each month.

MusicFreeKid-friendlyDetails →
SeasonMulti-week

Primrose Market

Ongoing
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
about 25 mi (city area)

A recurring market held at MainPlace Mall.

Markets & ShoppingDetails →
SeasonMulti-week

20 Years Later: The Great Picture

Jun 11 to Dec 11
Irvine City Hall, Irvine
about 28 mi (city area)

A City of Irvine exhibit at Irvine City Hall marking 20 years since The Great Picture.

Arts & FilmDetails →

Running all season (13) →

New on Spotlight on SoCal

Sports pages

A page for each sport, including soccer, swimming, football, basketball and more, with pro, college and high school games in one list.

See all sports

See everything new →

Thinking about buying or selling in Southern California?

Reach out to Bruce and Veronica and let them help you make sense of the market, cities and neighborhoods.

Email usSend a message