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November 2021 events calendar for Los Angeles
Plan your month with our November 2021 events calendar of the best activities, including drive-in concerts and free things to do
There are plenty of things to do in our November events calendar before you need to start thawing that turkey—or, you know, just tapping a button to secure your fully-cooked dinner order. Balance the upcoming holidays with equal parts generosity (try one of these volunteer opportunities) and gluttony (gorge on the best pies in Los Angeles). So bundle up for an early peek at Christmas lights or some festive screenings and take advantage of all there is to do in our November 2021 events calendar.
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This November’s best events
Immersive Van Gogh
True to its name, this exhibition transforms the iconic paintings of Vincent van Gogh into moving, wall-filling projections. “Immersive Van Gogh” promises half-a-million cubic feet of projections that pull from some of the post-Impressionist’s most recognizable pieces, including The Bedroom, Sunflowers and, yes, The Starry Night. We don’t have any location info yet, but we do know that it’s set to open on May 27, with presale tickets available on February 10 and general sale on February 13. Tickets start at $30 for kids and $40 for adults; “peak” times top out at $50, but you’ll find a whole bunch of premium ticketing options that tack onto the price. In the meantime, check out this preview from our friends at Time Out Chicago.
Hamilton
The bad news: Performances of Hamilton have been canceled again, and this time they’re through February 2021. But raise a glass: The touring production of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s immeasurably popular musical will relaunch in April 2021. Awesome. Wow. Before the world turned upside down, the hip-hop history of Alexander Hamilton’s life had just returned to the Pantages Theater for a run that was initially slated through September and then extended through November. But as events across L.A. were canceled, so too progressively were performances of Hamilton—initially for just a few weeks but now through next year. Its new run dates: April 6 through June 27, 2021, followed by October 12, 2021 through January 2, 2022 (The Lion King will be occupying the theater over the summer). But if you’re helpless in the face of news of an extension, then mark July 28 at 10am on your calendar. That’s when the new block of dates will go on sale to the general public. But between now and then, ticketholders of early canceled performances will be contacted and given a first shot at the new block of tickets.
Looking for some more things to do this month?
Order takeout from one of your favorite local restaurants
You’ve eaten through two bags of beans and six cans of chickpeas. Now what? You leave it to some of the city’s top restaurants and bars, who are making your social distancing as painless as possible. We’re keeping a running list of our favorite pickup and delivery menus that are popping up at L.A. restaurants.
And make sure to add in a booze order, too
Some of L.A.’s best restaurants and bars have your back when you need a stiff drink at home. Restaurants and bars can now deliver alcohol to your door—whether it’s craft beer, wine or house-made cocktails—as long as they’re offering food, which means we can finally sip from some of our favorite spots in town from the comfort of our own couches.
Go to the drive-in
Cinephiles, rejoice! You can watch a movie from somewhere other than your couch at L.A.’s half-dozen or so old-school drive-ins.
Or head to one of these pop-up drive-ins
Alfresco screenings usually pop up across the city well past the summer season. But this year, with most screenings pivoting to drive in formats, it seems like we still have months of movies to look forward to.
Take a scenic drive around L.A.
Finally, our automobile-addicted culture has an upside: You can see some of L.A.’s most stunning scenery safely from your car window. With traffic still relatively low, you may be inclined to drive as far as you can, but we’d stick to whichever scenic drive in our guide is closest to your area. Drive safe!
Go for a walk or hike
Runyon’s open again… yay? But for real, we’re so thankful that we have access to some many incredible trails in L.A. (assuming you’re following proper social distancing guidelines and wearing a face covering). But if you’re looking to avoid crowds, maybe stick to a walk in your own neighborhood or a lesser-known hike.
Find some peace at a botanical garden
If your neighborhood isn’t conducive to walking and you’re looking for a wide-open outdoor space, most major gardens are open again. Do note that tickets are limited and must be purchased online. And remember to keep a safe distance from other visitors.