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Night at the Library: A Century of Light

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Saturday, May 2, 2026
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Central Library
    630 W. 5th St.
    Downtown L.A. 90071
$25-$150

Presented by the Library Foundation of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Public Library, and LAist

$25 Pre-sale | $30 General admission begins on March 12

Celebrate a century of light at the iconic Richard J. Riordan Central Library in Downtown Los Angeles with an immersive festival featuring more than 200 performers, artists, and storytellers. Discover interactive art installations around every corner, delight in surprise performances, engage in intimate conversations with creators, and enjoy live music, DJ sets, local food and drink, and dancing among the stacks! Night at the Library transforms the beloved historic Central Library into a vibrant, after-hours playground—celebrating 100 years of illumination, inspiration, and impact in spectacular style.

Presenters and more announced on March 12.
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This series is presented in partnership with The Library Foundation of Los Angeles & The Los Angeles Public Library

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