Explore LA with these Free Ways to Play this May | April 29–May 5

Photoville LA

The fun keeps coming after Sunday's CicLAvia. From a family-friendly Cinco de Mayo celebration to complimentary art exhibitions and festivals, here are some fun, free ways to play in LA while closing out April and welcoming May.

May 2-5

  • Head to Century Park for Photoville LA, an New York-based festival making its LA debut at the Annenberg Space for Photography. Enjoy outdoor displays, attend workshops, indulge with Smorgasburg, and more.

May 3

May 4

  • Watch 16 student-made short films and sit in on a panel discussion from noon to 5pm at the annual UCLA Extension Film Fest
  • Enjoy live music, performances, and festivities during a naming ceremony celebrating the unveiling of the Barack Obama Boulevard sign.
  • Head to The Regent Theater for a Rock 'N' Roll Flea Market featuring antique goods and vintage clothing on the first Saturday of each month.

May 5

  • Pack a picnic, grab a friend, and head to the Palisades for the first event of the season at Will Rogers Polo Club. Matches are free, open to the public, and take place most Saturdays from 2-5pm and Sundays from 10-1pm.
  • Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the entire family during this free, all-ages event starting 7pm at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Photo source: REMEZCLA