What to eat, see and do in August in Los Angeles

DineLA Returns August 14

DineLA returns from August 14 through 28 with specially priced lunch and dinner menus throughout Los Angeles. Check https://www.discoverlosangeles.com for more information.

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Summer Sounds Returns to Plummer Park

The City of West Hollywood's free Summer Sounds concert series wraps up its summer season on Sunday, Aug. 16 at Plummer Park. The outdoor concert invites guests to bring blankets and low-back chairs for an afternoon of live music in one of the city's favorite summer traditions.

YOSHI Launches Matcha Liqueur

YOSHI, the first matcha liqueur blends ceremonial grade matcha and oat milk and is non dairy and gluten free. Perfect for a Matcha martini.

National Night Out

On Tuesday, Aug. 4, West Hollywood hosts National Night Out, bringing together residents, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department and city officials for an evening of public safety demonstrations, family activities and community engagement. The free event takes place at West Hollywood Park.

Celebrate National Dog Month

Created for guests traveling with their four-legged companions, the Paws & Pause package at AKA West Hollywood brings together in-suite comforts and pet-friendly amenities for a seamless and relaxing stay. The resort houses an on-site pet path, provides a curated neighborhood guide highlighting nearby parks, pet-friendly cafés, and local favorites. The experience includes a $100 food and beverage credit to one of West Hollywood's most iconic luxury grocers, as well as a Lola pet blanket, an in-suite Vitruvi diffuser featuring a signature scent, Dr. Lisa calming dog spray, and a calming sound machine to create a soothing environment for your dog throughout your visit.

At The Peninsula Beverly Hills, pets are pampered with gourmet treats served via doggie room service, fluffy beds and optional canine spa treatments. Guests and their four-legged friends can enjoy the lush gardens on-site or explore the city with a dedicated dog walker arranged by the concierge, with a $35 per day pet fee.

At the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, pets up to 15 pounds are welcomed into an iconic Beverly Hills setting, with in-room amenities including water bowls, piddle pads, and a Beverly Wilshire pet bed. Located in the heart of the city, the hotel's concierge provides dog-friendly recommendations, from nearby Beverly Hills Community Dog Park to walking and grooming services, so guests and their pets can experience the famed 90210 together.

At the Beverly Hills Hotel, pets are welcomed with true Hollywood flair, from a red-carpet arrival to in-room touches including luxurious dog beds, bowls, and personalized bone-shaped cookies handcrafted by the hotel's bakers, with a $35 per day pet fee.

The Beverly Hilton has a welcoming policy for up to two furry friends weighing up to 75 pounds. Just steps from Rodeo Drive and Will Rogers Memorial Park, guests and their pups can enjoy leisurely walks, playtime, or poolside lounging, all while soaking up the star-studded energy of this iconic hotel, with a $50 per pet fee.

At L'Ermitage Beverly Hills, pets are welcomed by name with a dog bed, leash, food and water bowls, plush toys, and treats waiting in-suite upon arrival. Guests and their furry friends can enjoy personalized dog walks arranged by the concierge or relax in-suite with a "pet in room" door hanger, with a $50 per night pet fee.

At The Maybourne Beverly Hills, pups are welcomed with plush beds, food bowls, to-go water bottles, and a warm, luxurious greeting. Just steps from Beverly Canon Gardens and Rodeo Drive, guests and their furry companions can enjoy scenic strolls or curated walks with a trusted dog walker arranged by the concierge, with a $50 per day pet fee.

At the the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, four-legged guests are welcomed in style with a personalized note, treats, and a custom food bowl. Pups can enjoy the lap of luxury with in-room comforts, on-demand dog walking, in-room pet sitting, or pampering sessions through the hotel's mobile grooming service, all for a $200 per stay pet fee.

Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach has a Paw-sea Pup Play Park, a 1,100 square-foot outdoor, fenced off-leash play area outfitted with a lifeguard station doghouse; a dedicated pet menu at the hotel's restaurant Lōrea; and concierge services to arrange dog sitting or walking. The hotel also offers the Very Important Pet (VIP) package for pet owners looking to further enhance their furry best friend's experience. This pet-focused package includes dog-friendly accommodations, doggy keepsakes, one complimentary entrée from Lōrea's pet menu, VIP passport with redemptions, and waived pet fees.

Double Chicken Please Pop Up at Ardor

Cocktail lovers won't want to miss New York's Double Chicken Please, ranked among the World's 50 Best Bars, which is hosting a two-night pop-up at Ardor inside The Sun Rose Hotel on Aug. 13-14. Guests can sample the bar's signature cocktails while enjoying dinner at Ardor.

See The Phantom of the Opera at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre

Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera continues its limited engagement at the Hollywood Pantages through Aug. 9, offering audiences a chance to experience one of Broadway's most iconic productions before it closes. Beginning Aug. 12, Disney's Beauty and the Beast arrives with beloved songs and spectacular staging for audiences of all ages.

SusieCakes Dog Days of Summer

SusieCakes is celebrating National Dog Day all month. If you purchase a Dog Frosted Sugar Cookie or Susie's PupCake, $1 will be donated to Wags & Walks.

Spend a Summer Night at the Hollywood Bowl

The Hollywood Bowl's August lineup features something for nearly every musical taste. Highlights include John Mellencamp on Aug. 10, Santana and The Doobie Brothers on Aug. 13, and Japanese pop sensation YOASOBI on Aug. 16, along with performances by the Los Angeles Philharmonic throughout the month.

Watch Classic Movies Under the Stars with Cinespia

Cinespia's outdoor movie series at Hollywood Forever Cemetery continues throughout August with fan-favorite screenings in a one-of-a-kind setting. This month's lineup includes "X" and "Pearl" on Aug. 8, Coming to America on Aug. 15, Labyrinth on Aug. 22, and Josie and the Pussycats on Aug. 29.

Lawry's Restaurants Launches New Menus

Lawry's The Prime Rib will celebrate National Filet Mignon Day on August 13. Guets can enjoy filet mignon with classic sides and handcrafted cocktails. They also have launched a new lunch menu featuring a prime burger, Oscietra Caviar Chips with crème fraiche and other dishes. They are also offering the Mini Meal Monday through Friday from 4:30 to 6:30pm for $29 at the bar featuring a mini cheeseburger, potato bite and a full size Meat & Potato martini.