Barker Hangar

Discover the next big thing at this biannual art fair, which is a more accessible than most (meaning you can find original art for under $500). For the September installment, the Other Art Fair is promising “something different” designed for “experience-seekers” at the Barker Hangar, along with works by over 150 up-and-coming and independent artists. The more “bizarre, unexpected” sibling of L.A. art shows places an emphasis on experiencing art, offering immersive installations, performances and DJs.   

Not to be confused with the old L.A. Food & Wine Festival, the L.A. Wine & Food Festival is a Tastemade-sponsored, weekend-long affair at Santa Monica’s Barkar Hangar with a decent lineup of restaurants and chefs. Highlights include Ludo Lefebvre (Petit Trois), Jazz Singsanong (Jitalda), Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat, Top Chef) and Brooke Williamson (Playa Provisions, the Food Network). Day passes are on the pricey side, but they come with unlimited food and drinks, and food festival superfans can also opt for a three-day pass, which comes in at $319 (a 30 percent discount).