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Best Things To Do This Weekend In Los Angeles and SoCal: Jan. 26 - 28
Chaka Khan performs live at Sydney Festival 2014 at the Domain on Jan. 11, 2014 in Sydney, Australia.
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What are you up to this weekend? No plans yet? Don't worry. We've got you covered.
See new art exhibits in Miracle Mile or Downtown L.A., enjoy a screening of 1998's Armageddon with a complimentary cocktail, or bring your pup to a special afternoon at a Shake Shack in West Hollywood that promises treats for our four-legged friends.
Plus, for anyone holding strong as Dry January nears the finish line, a Mid-City event boasts plenty of mocktail options during a completely alcohol-free night of music.
If you have event and experience tips to share, email us at bestthingstodo@laist.com .
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Events
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Sun, Jan 28Sunday Jazz at ORA
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ORA
4331 Degnan Blvd., Leimert Park
Leimert Park Jazz Festival presents Sunday Jazz at ORA.
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ORA
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'ART IRAN: Falling into Language'
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Craft Contemporary
5814 Wilshire Blvd, Mid-Wilshire
Craft Contemporary opens its exhibit ART IRAN: Falling into Language.
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Craft Contemporary
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Sat, Jan 27Chaka Khan (Live)
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Luckman Fine Arts Complex
5151 State University Dr., Cal State L.A.
The Luckman Fine Arts Complex presents Chaka Khan.
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Luckman Fine Arts Complex
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Sun, Jan 28'The Flop House' Live
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The Regent Theater
448 S. Main St., Downtown L.A.
Join Elliott Kalan, Dan McCoy and Stuart Wellington for a live episode of The Flop House podcast.
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The Regent Theater
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Sat, Jan 27Sip & Stretch Yoga
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Gilded Photo Studio
937 E Pico Blvd., Downtown L.A.
Take a break from your busy schedule and indulge in an invigorating yoga session.
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Gilded Photo Studio
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Sat, Jan 27Nuda Nights x DISCOVERY Experience (a dry January event)
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Delicious Pizza - West Adams
5419 West Adams Blvd., West Adams
Enjoy handcrafted mocktails by Bar Nuda, Superbloom Collective, and The Next Fun Thing.
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Delicious Pizza - West Adams
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Sat, Jan 27Art Class: BYOB Wine and Create
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Element Art Center
835 N Broadway, Chinatown
Paint and sip your way to relaxation with local artists!
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Element Art Center
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Sat, Jan 27'L.A. Intersections'
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The Broad Museum
221 S. Grand Ave., Downtown L.A.
Join after hours at The Broad for L.A. Intersections.
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The Broad Museum
Outdoor Pick
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Sat, Jan 27Outdoor Line Dance Party
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Southbay Pavilion Mall
20700 Avalon Blvd, Carson
Join others at the Southbay Pavilion food court parking lot for line dancing.
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Southbay Pavilion Mall
Viewing Pick
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Sun, Jan 28Sunday Movie Night
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DoubleTake LA
10740 Wilshire Blvd., Westwood
Join DoubleTake LA at Kimpton Palomar for a Sunday night film.
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DoubleTake LA
Dine & Drinks Deals
Indulge in a few dining and drink options to enjoy this week.
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Sun, Jan 28Lollipop Brunch Party
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Byblos Westwood
1964 Westwood Blvd., Westwood
Every Sunday, Byblos in Westwood hosts Lollipop Brunch Party with live DJs and sports games.
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Byblos Westwood
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Sat, Jan 27Howl and Shake Shack
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Shake Shack West Hollywood
8520 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood
Bring your furry friend to Saturday Dog Club and meet other dog owners.
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Shake Shack West Hollywood
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Sat, Jan 27Uncorked: LA Wine Fest
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Union Station
800 N. Alameda St., Downtown L.A.
Enjoy more than 150 wines and bubblies from across the globe!
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Union Station
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Thu, Jan 25Culinary Connections - Hamburger Fry
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The Crawford
474 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena
Join LAist for an old-school Hamburger Fry, featuring some of our favorite burger makers from around L.A.
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The Crawford
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