L.A. RiverFest

It’s not just for big-budget action scenes: The L.A. River inspires and supports artistic creations of all sizes and scopes, and you can check a bunch of them out during this annual event from Friends of the L.A. River. Swing by L.A. State Historic Park for live music, performances by Aztec dance company Xipe Totec and eco-minded art activities, as well as food trucks and a marketplace with 40 booths from local vendors. Admission is free, but registration is required, so book your tickets online ahead of time.