As you're drowning your cash reserves on drinks atop rooftop bars, you'll be glad to know that there are plenty of free things to do in LA this June. From a car-free street festival in Santa Monica to outdoor movie screenings, these are the best ways to make the most of your month without breaking into your wallet.
June 3-Sep 30
Grand Central Market Summer Nights; Grand Central Market
Celebrate the food hall's summer hours with live music, evening menu specials, a massive happy hour and free shuttle service.
June 3-Sep 2
Dance Downtown; The Music Center
Brush up on your Bollywood and line dancing steps during the first month of this Downtown tradition.
June 4-Sep 17
KCRW Summer Nights; Various locations
Bust a move as this beloved live music and DJ series returns with nights in Pasadena, Chinatown and Anaheim.
June 4, 5
JPL Open House; Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Meet robots and Mars rovers at the popular Pasadena-area NASA open house.
June 5
Coast; Santa Monica
Take the Expo Line to the beachfront city for this car-free afternoon of pop-up performances and cultural activities.
June 5
Urban Air Market; Downtown LA
Stock up on handmade wares at the Historic Core's latest open-air artisan market, with more than 85 sustainable and ethical fashion brands.
June 7
Be Kind and Rewind LA; The Virgil
Pull out your ripped jeans, LA Gear shoes and flannels for this '90s-themed party—Blockbuster membership card optional.
June 10
Friday Flights at the Getty; Getty Center
Ride the monorail to the Getty for the first seasonal performance of this art-centric take on a tasting flight.
June 11
Make Music Pasadena; Downtown Pasadena
See sets from Atlas Genius, Bear Hands, the Mowgli's and more at this free Pasadena-wide festival.
June 11
World Naked Bike Ride Los Angeles; Various locations
Let it all hang out as the "bare as you dare" bike ride comes to town.
June 11-July 2
Summer Movie Series; Malibu Country Mart
Set out for the ocean-adjacent shopping center as it hosts this family-friendly series, starting with Pee-wee’s Big Adventure.
June 12-Aug 28
Made in L.A.; Hammer Museum
Scope out works from 26 emerging and under-recognized LA artists in the Westside museum's biennial.
June 16
Bloomsday; Hammer Museum
Celebrate the date on which James Joyce’s Ulysses is set with Irish food, music and pours of Guinness, along with dramatic readings.
June 17
Odd Nights at the Autry; Autry National Center
Head to the latest installment of this monthly market, nighttime dance party, happy hour and shopping extravaganza.
June 18
Saturdays Off the 405; Getty Center
Enjoy a free outdoor concert from Moses Sumney and evening views of the city at this summertime series.
June 18, 19
Pasadena Chalk Festival; Paseo Colorado
Watch where you step as dozens of chalk art masterpieces cover the sidewalks during this Father's Day tradition.
June 21-Aug 30
Moonlight Movies on the Beach; Granada Beach
Pack up your folding chairs and head to Long Beach for this unique outdoor screening, starting with Pirates of the Caribbean and Pretty in Pink.
June 23-Sep 15
Silver Lake Picture Show; Sunset Triangle Plaza
Liven up your Thursday nights at this Eastside screening series, beginning with Raiders of the Lost Ark.
June 16-Aug 20
Shakespeare by the Sea; Various locations
Enjoy Shakespeare's plays (either Othello or Cymbeline) at various parks and amphitheaters around Southern California.
Ongoing
Free concerts; Various locations
Listen to some tunes without breaking the bank with free shows at the Echo, the Satellite, Grand Park and more.
Ongoing
Free museum days; Various locations
Make the most of free days at LACMA, the Natural History Museum and more, plus always-free museums like the Hammer, Getty and Broad.