Cheap Activities Los Angeles

Creative Recharge ⚡️ 11/11/26

Join us for our November event in Pasadena! Give yourself a dose of creative play to boost your energy & wellbeing this month! As high-achieving adults, we often spend so much time focusing on all the things we need to do that we never make time for the things we want to do that just sound fun. Let's change that! This is a space to connect, create, have fun, & recharge with each other together in real life. :) * BYO craft or use art supplies provided * BYO food & non-alcoholic drinks * Zero artistic skills needed * Adults only (18+) * Suggested donation $5 per person ([donate here](https://account.venmo.com/u/playtronus)) See you there? ❤️ Kat . . . 🌴 Founder, Playtronus LLC *** ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: This event is being hosted in a historic building with accessibility limitations. If you are unable to walk up a flight of stairs, but would like to attend the event, please contact Kat (katpineda@playtronus.com) by at least a week prior to the event so we can make arrangements.

Yoga in the Park | Go Heart Adventist Health

**Enjoy a morning of all levels yoga, fresh air, and community. Your new favorite activity!** Our amazing community is coming together again in 2026 to live better, longer! Together we're bringing "Soulful Saturdays" to the lovely Verdugo Park, **the first Saturday of every month**: * One hour yoga session **starts at 10am**. * **FREE with RSVP!** * Please bring a **YOGA MAT** if you have one. And if not, we'll have a few extras available. * Find us on the **north side of Verdugo Park (see map below)**. Parking is available at both the lots and on street. * Class is suited for both beginners and experienced yogis. This popular offering is part of Adventist Health Glendale's **"Go Heart LA" wellness program** \- which is free to the public\. For more info & to join our mailing list\, visit [GoHeartLA.com](https://www.adventisthealth.org/glendale/health-wellness/go-heart/). **WHERE to FIND US:** We'll be on the north side of the park, across from the baseball field. Look for the Adventist Health table, and happy people :)

A San Marino/Lacy Park & Beyond, 10k-Steps Challenge #47 [TCP MOAI Adventure]

**Welcome to [The Canis Pack IKIGAI 10K Adventure] + Purpose, Friendship, Togetherness & Support!** **We Will Not Wait Until Life Is Not Hard To WELCOME Strength, Beauty & Joy Into Our Lives!** **SNIFF - EXPLORE - EXERCISE** [**THIS IS A WALK FOR PEOPLE WHO DO NOT HAVE DOGS - AND FOR THOSE WHO DO**] **AGENDA;** **\- Gathering at 5:45 \- 1485 Virginia Rd\. Lacy Park** **\- Leaving at 6:00 pm Promptly** **\- Bathroom Break as we head out** **\- Continue with the Inner and Outer Loop walk** **\- After the Loops\, then exploring the surrounding San Marino neighborhood\.** **\- This will be a 10K Walk – About 6\.2\-5 miles** **\- 2 Hours or so Walk** **\- 8:00 pm \- Returning to Lacy Park** **WHAT TO BRING;** **\- Water** **\- A Warm Jacket for Chilly Nights** **\- Flash Lite** **\- Bug Spray** **\- Snacks if needed** **\- Good walking shoes** **\- Comfortable walking clothes** **\- A bright Jacket for the Dark days** **LISTEN THERE'S MORE;** **Goal: A STRONG LIKE-MINDED TOGETHERNESS!** \* We will Establish Togethereness \* We will Bring about a Strong Awareness \* We will Establish a Strong National Presence \* We will Be Active and Responsible \* We will Always Think as a Like-Minded Group \* We will Put our Health and Wellbeing First \* We are a Pack-Family **\* We will Gather and Walk with Harmony** I know—10,000 steps might not sound like a lot, but for those of us who sit at desks or stand in one place all day, it's not always easy to hit that goal. And while 15,000 or 20,000 steps would be great, they also require more time. So to make it fun and manageable, we’re starting with 10k steps as a challenge—and we may increase the goal in future events. **THE IMPORTANT POINTS ARE THESE;** Space is limited, so **please RSVP only if you’re 100% sure you’ll attend.** 🙏🏾If you RSVP and don’t show, you will be 🚩Red Flagged 🚩for future events—we all appreciate reliability and respect for others' abilities to get a spot to walk!🙏🏾 Expect to hit somewhere between **10,000–12,000 steps (approximately 7.5-9 miles),** depending on the pace and group. This **midweek walking event** is going really well. So, let’s **stay active together** and **make this a Strong part of our routine.** **See You There.** [COMMENT BELOW IF YOU ARE IN AGREEMENT] **NOW IS THE TIME, LET’S GET TO WALKING;** Btw. Yes, Lacy Park allows dogs. However, they must be on a leash and it will be your own responsibility. No running involved. Just a casual, social walk. Bring water if you need it. **Free street parking is available in the surrounding areas. Please avoid parking inside the park lot, as the gates may close before we finish our walk.** **Park closes at dusk so I strongly advise against parking inside any of the lots. Just drive around, and you can easily find free open parking spaces.** **Lacy Park is located at 1485 Virginia Road, San Marino, CA 91108**

DTLA Chess Club

Welcome! The DTLA Chess Club is a lovely gathering every Sunday afternoon! This casual club is completely free and open to everyone! For three years, the DTLA Chess Club has been meeting at the Il Cafe, a lovely coffee shop with food and beverage options. (they also have beer/wine) As this event is held on the outside patio, on street level, dress appropriate for the weather. It is a fantastic and friendly group that has the feel of the famous New York Central Park chess scene. You may even be lucky to meet some celebrity chess players! Drop in whenever, grab some games, and enjoy the beautiful Downtown architecture! Other Notes: -If it is raining, or incredibly windy, the DTLA Chess Club will be cancelled automatically, regardless if we remember to update meetup. -This club has seasonal tournaments, and will be announcing special events, which are planned to occur once a month on Friday evenings, so stay tuned! Organized by Phil Warther (really fun guy) Check them out on Instagram for current updates @dtlachess

Easy Origami: Fold, Create & Have Fun!

$12 per person. Cash, Venmo or Zelle will be accepted at the event. Come, relax, fold and have fun with us😻💖🎉 We’ll make some fun and easy origami together. No experience is needed - beginners are very welcome! Origami paper and supplies will be provided. Please purchase a drink or something from the Village Bakery to support our lovely host venue. All ages are welcome! Come join us for a fun, creative afternoon!

NOHO Chess Social

NOHO Chess Social Tuesdays @ Brews Brothers 5140 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601 7pm–10pm Join us every Tuesday night for the NOHO Chess Social, the North Hollywood sister club of the LA Chess Social! Hosted at Brews Brothers — a lively local favorite with top-notch craft beer and occasional live music — this weekly meetup brings together chess enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, you’re welcome here! Boards and pieces are available on-site, but bringing friends (and a chess clock if you have one) is always encouraged. Hosted by NOHO Alej

First Holiday Mixer of the season & Potluck @ Hollywood Sculpture Garden

The Hollywood Sculpture Garden is really a neat place . . . AND WE GET TO VISIT AND HAVE A SOCIAL THERE!!! It's located on private property and not normally open to the public. So it is indeed a special thing for us to go. (for free) Now . . . About this event: It is outdoors in a super-funky, pretty and cute location of The Hollywood Sculpture Garden. **This is intended as a "New To Meetup Mixer." Meaning if you are new to Meetup, or new to the group, been in the group for a while but not attended an event or even just new to the city, . . . then come.** A perfect way to meetup some quality people over some even better wine. **And very perfect if this is your first meetup ever!! Come join us.** If you are an existing member, . . . then you are equally welcome. After all . . who will be the welcome wagon for all the new people? Now . . . A little bit MORE about this event: Sunset is expected for 4:55 PM 4 PM Event STARTS 4 to 5 PM . . . General arrival window. 4:55 PM . . . . Sunset (if all goes according to plan) 6:00 PM . . . . The light show begins 4:0 PM to 8:59 . . . General socializing & art appreciation over food and drinks. 9:00 PM Event Ends 9:01 onwards . . . the night is young. Head off to other cool places with new friends. Oh!!!!!! One other thing **It's Pot-luck/Drink-luck.** Your ticket for entry is a dish or a drink. Bring anything that is good to share for serve 10 people. Or a nice bottle of wine, or dozen beers (if cheap beer), 6 pack of craft beer. We will provide the tables, dishes, plastic-ware, cups, napkins, etc. **Frist:** RSVP **SECOND**: Be sure to Fill out the Attendees Form so have name on guest list [https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9](https://forms.gle/oPv6oB7gmV6wL8Pf9) **Third**: Pick up a dish or drink to bring to the event. **Fourth**: Show up (at the event) with your best self and be ready to be social and have fun. I know what you are thinking . . . * will this be fun? * is this a cool place? * will there be people as cool as me there? * or even . . . . I'm not cool & I am shy/introverted . . . * will I be able to fit in and enjoy too? ***And the answer is yes to all.*** **[WATCH THIS!!!](https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI) Here is a vid from an actual event we did there.** It was summer of 2021. Watch the whole thing and you will see the food/wine . . . the place, . . . where we hang out and how. As well as what it looks like at day and nite. AND . . . you get of feel of the people, place and vibe. (reg link to the vid) [https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI](https://youtu.be/xm3TLYKLHqI) And to see pix from past visits. [https://photos.app.goo.gl/dGoqMzDfCuFT4NDJA](https://photos.app.goo.gl/dGoqMzDfCuFT4NDJA) ***The Plan:*** * ***Event Starts 4:00 PM*** * ***We socialize . . . Catch Sunset.*** * ***Then more socialize and the the lights will go on.*** ***Question:*** Tell me about this socialize thing? ***Answer:*** It's a Potluck. Bring a dish. OR bring Merlot. Then social happens from there. Question: ***The cost for all this?*** Answer: ***FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE FREE. And bring a dish or drinks.*** PARKING: Parking is tight to non-existent the location. The Google Form will used to make sure you have ALL the best parking info. This event is cross posted to several meetup groups. So there will be plenty of folks. Some goals for this event . . . * To make new friends. * To make more friends. * To go to new places. * To be more social (in real life). NOTICE: For our events we do not discriminate by Age, Race, Color, Religion, Ethnicity, National Origin, Political Affiliation, Relationship Status, Gender, Gender Preference, or even Belly Button Lint. We welcome all, . . . and that includes you.

*SOLD OUT* LUCAS MUSEUM OF NARRATIVE ART

Let's visit the brand new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art This will be very popular so buy your tickets now. **When:** Saturday, October 31, 2026 **Time:** 12:30 PM - meet at 12:00 PM. Give yourself plenty of time - it will be a high traffic day **Where:** Lucas Museum of Narrative Art One Lucas Plaza @ Exposition Park Los Angeles, CA 90037 **Cost:** $25 Adults, $21 seniors 65+ [BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE](https://my.lucasmuseum.org/production/timed-entry/86,205) Tickets are timed. Choose October 31 @ 12:30 PM Paid parking will be available through Exposition Park, including two lots on site and four in Exposition Park. All revenue from parking remains in Exposition Park to support the park and state museums. The closest public transit stop is at the Expo/Vermont train station at the intersection of Exposition Boulevard and Vermont Avenue. The Vermont/39th bus stop is also conveniently located next to the museum.

Let's Play Pictionary!

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

Silverlake can be quite beautiful at night. Walk is mostly easy 2.2 miles RT around the lake. Walk is approx. 1 hour. There is short uphill on this walk--approx. 10 minutes Some members go to the local Oyster bar afterwards. **Rain will cancel walk. Dogs ok as long as on leash.** Parking: Street parking. There is more parking when you park along the lake --along W. Silverlake Dr.

Italian for our tummy! 🍝North Hollywood

🍁🎶 SWING INTO NOVEMBER: DANCE, LIVE MUSIC & A NIGHT ON YOUR FEET! 💃🕺

**We've conquered summits and sand. Now let's conquer the dance floor!** After hiking mountains, strolling beaches, and even fraternizing with trolls, it's time for another kind of adventure! Join hike leaders Dean and Andy as we trade our hiking boots for dancing shoes and head to **Rusty's Rhythm Club** for a Friday night of live music, swing dancing, and fun! **Did you know that two hours of lively swing dancing can burn as many calories as a 3-mile hike?** And this time, the trail comes with a live soundtrack, a wooden dance floor, and a bar! 🍹 Whether you're an experienced dancer, a complete beginner, or simply want to enjoy some terrific live music with friends, there's something for everyone. No partner or previous dancing experience required! Our destination is **Rusty's Rhythm Club**, a Los Angeles swing-dancing tradition since 1998, held at the Elks Lodge in Playa del Rey. We'll be treated to live music by **Lil' Mo & The Dynaflos**, with a beginner-friendly swing lesson to get everyone moving before the band takes the stage. And remember, the Santa Monica Hiking Club is about more than hiking. From our Summer Soirée and Botanic Garden Adventure to our beach walks and sunset gatherings, some of our best memories happen when we get together and try something new. So come reconnect with old friends, make some new ones, and let's swing into November together! **EVENT DETAILS** 📍 **Location:** Rusty's Rhythm Club at the Elks Lodge 8025 W. Manchester Avenue, Playa del Rey 📅 **Date:** Friday, November 6, 2026 ⏰ **Doors Open:** 7:30 PM 💃 **Beginner Swing Lesson:** 8:00 PM 🎷 **Live Music & Dancing:** 8:30 PM–Midnight 🎟️ **Admission:** Approximately $23 in advance or $25 at the door. Special-event pricing may vary; please confirm when purchasing. 🎶 **Live Band:** Lil' Mo & The Dynaflos 🍹 **Bar & Lounge:** Available on-site 🅿️ **Parking:** Free parking behind the lodge 👞 **Attire:** Dressy casual. Comfortable shoes suitable for dancing are recommended. **No dance partner or experience necessary!** 🎟️ **Event Information & Tickets:** [https://rustysrhythmclub.com/rhythmclub-lineup.html](https://rustysrhythmclub.com/rhythmclub-lineup.html) **A FEW THINGS TO KNOW** This is a social event rather than one of our traditional hikes, and everyone is welcome to participate at their own pace. Dance all night, take a few spins around the floor, or simply relax and enjoy the music and company. Admission is paid individually to Rusty's Rhythm Club and is not collected by the Santa Monica Hiking Club. Please RSVP here on Meetup so Andy and I know who's joining us! **LEGAL STUFF ⚖️** By attending this event, you acknowledge that you assume all risks associated with participation. Meetup and the organizers are not responsible for your safety. Please review Meetup's Terms of Service, particularly section 6.2.