What To Do This Memorial Day Weekend 2026

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FIND WHAT TO DO ON MEMORIAL DAY 2026:

1. Topanga Memorial Day Parade

This is the Topanga Days Memorial Day Parade, a lively community celebration where vintage and decorated cars roll down the street as part of the festivities.

Topanga's wildest weekend tradition — parades, music, and canyon magic all in one.

📍 Where: Topanga Community Center, 1440 N Topanga Blvd, Topanga CA 90290

🎟️ Cost: FREE

💡 Insider Move: Skip moving your car after the parade — free shuttles to the festival save a major headache.

🌐 Website: Official Link

2. MDW: Beverly Hills Rooftop Pool Party

Skyline Swim Club at the Montrose Beverly Hills with a panoramic view of Los Angeles for the Memorial Day Weekend event flyer.

Rooftop views, poolside vibes, music, dancing, and a live mermaid — MDW done right.

📍 Where: Montrose Beverly Hills, 900 Hammond St, West Hollywood, CA 90069

🎟️ Cost: $35+

💡 Insider Move: Valet, it's only $10 for the event.

🌐 Website: Official Link

3. LA County Fair 2026

The LA County Fair shows a lively carnival scene with amusement rides in the background, colorful lights, and various booths and attractions.

Deep-fried everything, neon Ferris wheels, and SoCal's biggest summer kickoff.

📍 Where: Fairplex, 1101 W. McKinley Ave., Pomona, CA 91768

🎟️ Cost: $15+

💡 Insider Move: Arrive right at opening and hit popular rides first.

🌐 Website: Official Link

4. Miley Cyrus @ Hollywood Walk of Fame

Miley Cyrus in a striking, fierce-looking portrait where she appears confident and stylish.

Miley gets her star — and Hollywood Blvd turns into the place to be.

📍 Where: Hollywood Walk of Fame, 7011 Hollywood Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90028

🎟️ Cost: FREE

💡 Insider Move: Get there by 9 AM and stand along Hollywood Blvd (7000–7100 block) for a clear view.

🌐 Website: Official Link

5. Long Beach BBQ Festival

An aerial view of the Long Beach BBQ Festival shows large crowds, food stalls, and a lively seaside setting.

Smoke, sauce, and sunshine by the lagoon — LA's most flavorful holiday move.

📍 Where: Rainbow Lagoon Park, 400 East Shoreline Dr. Long Beach, CA 90802

🎟️ Cost: $0 - $268.61

💡 Insider Move: Bring a low-profile chair since tall beach chairs are often turned away at entry.

🌐 Website: Official Link

6. Valley Greek Festival

At Valley Greek Festival, where men in traditional white long-sleeve outfits are dancing, celebrating with lively cultural music and coordinated folk-style movements.

Greek food, live music, and Mediterranean magic in the heart of the Valley.

📍 Where: Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, 9501 Balboa Boulevard Northridge, CA 91325

🎟️ Cost: $5

💡 Insider Move: Grab food early, as popular items like gyros and baklava sell out fast.

🌐 Website: Official Link

7. Fiesta Hermosa Beach

An aerial view of Fiesta Hermosa shows large crowds of people walking through the streets, with festival stalls and activity along the way.

The South Bay's biggest beach party — 300+ vendors, two stages, zero excuses.

📍 Where: Hermosa Ave & Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254

🎟️ Cost: FREE

💡 Insider Move: Park a few blocks inland—beach-adjacent lots fill up fast and are hard to exit.

🌐 Website: Official Link

8. K-Pop Concert @ K-Expo USA

The K-Expo USA K-Pop Concert with multiple performers gathered on one stage, celebrating together in a large group performance with a lively concert atmosphere.

K-Pop takes over downtown LA for one electric Memorial Day night.

📍 Where: Peacock Theater, 777 Chick Hearn Ct, Los Angeles, CA 90015

🎟️ Cost: $75+

💡 Insider Move: Go early for merch and fan perks—popular items and lightsticks sell out fast.

🌐 Website: Official Link

9. MAINOPOLY

A group of girls sitting at a table during MAINopoly at Santa Monica, enjoying their drinks and food purchased from the event in a relaxed, social atmosphere.

Main Street turns into one giant tasting menu — sip, snack, repeat.

📍 Where: 2807 Main Street Santa Monica, CA 90405

🎟️ Cost: $28+

💡 Insider Move: Go mid-afternoon for smoother entry and shorter tasting lines before peak crowds.

🌐 Website: Official Link.

10. Moulin Rouge @ Hollywood Forever

Moulin Rouge musical performers on stage, delivering a vibrant live performance with energetic choreography, colorful costumes, and a theatrical cabaret-style atmosphere.

Iconic film, iconic cemetery, iconic LA night under the stars.

📍 Where: Hollywood Forever, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90038

🎟️ Cost: $29.99+

💡 Insider Move: Go for the sunset entry so you can grab a good blanket spot before the lawn fills up.

🌐 Website: Official Link

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