Things to Do in Los Angeles This Weekend that are Solo-Friendly [5.16-518]
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Sunset Session at The Penmar
5.16 | 6 PM | Venice
Sunset Sessions returns May 16 from 6–9PM with live sets by Moon Cougar and Todd Hannigan & friends. Soak in golden hour vibes, great music, and pre-summer energy. Plus, Something New will be on-site with games—making this a perfect, low-key hang for solo attendees.
Drunk Theatre: La’s Wildest Improv Comedy Show
5.16 | 9 PM | Santa Monica
One drunk actor. Five sober ones. Zero script. What could go wrong? Drunk Theatre is back at the Santa Monica Playhouse with an unhinged, entirely improvised show where one brave (and very tipsy) comedian downs five shots of whiskey before joining five sober castmates to make up a play on the spot. It’s unpredictable, chaotic, and dangerously funny. Doors at 8:30PM, show at 9.
Sofar Sounds: An Intimate BYOB Concert Experience
5.16 | 7:30 PM | West Adams
SoFar Sound Shows are are favorites for a reason. Set in an intimate, cozy space with floor seating, you'll feel every lyric and melody up close. Bring your own drinks (yes, alcohol's allowed!) and small snacks—just don’t forget your cups or bottle openers. It’s a chill, indoor vibe with free public parking nearby. Perfect for music lovers who like their shows up-close and personal.
Exposition Park Community Walk
5.17 | 10:30 AM | South LA
@BLKEventsLA is hosting their May community walk in support of @SouthLACafe — a beloved local spot founded by Joe & Celia Ward-Wallace to bring fresh food and real love to South Central. After the walk, we’ll meet back at the cafe for lattes, coffee cake, and connection. Come solo or bring your crew — either way, you’ll leave feeling inspired, caffeinated, and more grounded in community.
Dogs Only Social Club Pop-Up
5.17 | 11 AM | Santa Monica
Downtown Santa Monica’s AAPI Heritage Month Market is going full pawsitive vibes only this weekend with a full block takeover by Dogs Only Social Club.Think: a VIP doggy lounge, AAPI pet brands, rescue orgs, live music, cultural performances, and photo ops so good your pup might go viral. Perfect for solo dog parents too—it’s a built-in way to meet fellow pet lovers while your four-legged BFF makes friends of their own.
Beat, Balance, & Breath
5.17 | 11 AM | Santa Monica
This Saturday at Hotchkiss Park, enjoy a donation-based wellness day featuring yoga, a sound bath, and a park picnic with live DJs. Sponsored by Supermush, Beats N Balance, and more, the event offers mushroom gummies, hydration, and skincare samples. Free for students and perfect for solo attendees seeking calm, community, and good vibes.
Soul Sisters: Yoga & Sounbath
5.17 | 11:30 AM | Santa Monica
Ladies of Los Angeles® hosts a soul-nourishing beach gathering at Tower 24 in Santa Monica featuring cacao, slow flow yoga, ear seeding, and a closing soundbath. Bring water and a towel or mat for this peaceful, solo-friendly event designed to connect with yourself—and maybe some new friends.
La Esquinita Community Workday
5.17 | 1 PM | Northeast LA
This Saturday join Herb Club LA for a tea meditation and community garden workday at La Esquinita. Sip tea, slow down, and help care for a blooming space that still needs hands and heart. A calm, solo-friendly way to connect—with nature and others.
Community & Unity People’s Kite Festival
5.17 | 2 PM | Chinatown
Float into community joy at the 5th Annual People’s Kite Festival, hosted by Clockshop at Los Angeles State Historic Park. This free, all-ages event transforms the sky into a gallery of soaring kites, celebrating the neighborhoods that shaped and fought for this green space. With flying demos, hands-on art workshops, live music, and local orgs on site, it’s a beautiful way to honor culture, connection, and shared skies.
Spring Fling Roll Jam
5.17 | 2 PM | Long Beach
Roll into Junipero Beach Roller Rink on May 17 from 2PM to sunset for an open-air skate jam with community vibes, music, and a 5PM roll out. Rentals available if you don’t have skates. A beloved local skater is heading into a new chapter—another great solo-friendly excuse to lace up and join the fun.
Matinees on the Mountain
5.17 | 3 PM | Mt. Wilson
This Saturday, Mount Wilson Observatory is screening 2001: A Space Odyssey in its historic 256-seat auditorium—yes, the one inside the actual astronomical museum. It’s not your average movie night: you’re watching a sci-fi masterpiece at 5,700 feet, surrounded by telescopes and history. Solo-friendly, awe-filled, and totally unique—this is how you do a night at the movies right.
Sad Song Sing Along
5.17 | 6 PM | Downtown LA
This May 17, unleash your inner drama queen at Creature Comforts’ Sad Song Singalong—where belting your heartbreak is a group therapy session, not karaoke torture. No mic solos, just a live band and a crowd that gets your sad jams—from “Jolene” to “Killing Me Softly.” Fuel your soul (and stomach) with Black Market Burger bites. Free, fun, and perfect for solo sobbing... uh, singing!
Cars + Coffee
5.18 | 8 AM | Long Beach
On Sunday join Volume 8 of Cars & Coffee at 4th & Cherry in Long Beach from 8–10AM. Cruise enthusiasts can enjoy free coffee and breakfast burritos while connecting with the local car community. Early arrival is recommended for the best spots. Family-friendly and all makes welcome—perfect for solo attendees looking to soak up morning vibes and automotive culture.
CicLa Mini: Pico Union
5.18 | 10 AM | Pico Union
CicLAmini heads to Pico Union on May 18 for its 60th event! From 10am–3pm, enjoy a pedestrian-friendly route filled with street games, art, local eats, and cultural fun. It’s the perfect solo-friendly Sunday for walking, biking, or skating through one of LA’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Record Store Meetup
5.18 | 11 AM | Pasadena
Join a monthly Record Store Meet Up with fellow music lovers, this time visiting Sibylline and Commune Records. Expect casual hangs, vinyl browsing, and a chance to meet the owners. It’s a solo-friendly way to explore LA’s record scene, support local shops, and make new IRL music nerd friends.
Manila Sound: A filipino American Backyard Disco
5.18 | 4 PM | Lincoln Heights
Tell your tita her favorite dayparty’s back at Benny Boy Brewing! Sunday, May 18, 4–9PM. DJs spinning, tasty food, cold drinks, and pop-up vendors—all free and 21+. Whether you want to dance, chill, or meet new people, it’s easy to jump in and feel part of the scene without any pressure.
Hollywood Hoedown:A Sunset Country Party
5.24 | 4 PM | Hollywood (happening next weekend, but register now!)
Imagine a rowdy, rustic scene in the heart of Hollywood. The sun’s going down, your boots are on, and your weekend’s about to kick off with a cold drink, a hot dance floor, and a whole lot of good company. . Line dancing, live music, singles games, a silent date auction, and southern-style eats make this the ultimate country pregame before your wild weekend.
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