Gillian Glover

We don’t know about you, but our mind is always focused on the weekend. It can never come soon enough—which is why we’re already thinking about what new restaurants we want to try or where we can drive for the day. Whether you’re looking to scope out the latest museum exhibitions or watch a movie outdoors, you’ll find plenty of things to do in L.A. this weekend. We curate an L.A. weekend itinerary of the city’s best concerts, culture and cuisine, every week, just for you.

If we could write the rules of living in Los Angeles this would be our No. 1, always at the top of our list: When you live in this city, there’s no excuse for boredom just because it’s a weeknight. There are hundreds of things to do in Los Angeles each week, whether you hit the beach at sunset or go for a morning bike ride, or catch a concert or a comedy show—and that’s really only scratching the surface. Well, we don’t make the rules, but we will provide you with plenty of ideas for your next free weeknight right here. Now go out and tackle these things to do in L.A. this week.

When you’re living in the mecca of movie magic and special effects, Halloween aficionados are spoiled for choice when it comes to picking the perfect costume. Thanks to endless productions and, frankly, Angelenos’ affinity for going all out—be it for Coachella or your nephew’s Disney-themed birthday party—many costume shops are open year-round. If you need a one-stop shop for over-the-top masquerade outfits, superhero getups, Halloween Horror Nights-caliber masks or even just inspiration, check out these 15 costume stores. These shops have the goods (including ghoulish décor) and the professionals to help you stand out from the crowd at all those Halloween parties you may hit up this year (or the spirited Halloween events you might be more inclined to frequent). Even if you’re kicking back at home watching a scary movie or taking a trip to the the city’s best pumpkin patches, get in the holiday spirit with a costume from one of these top-tier boo-tiques. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Halloween in L.A. Halloween Town (Burbank)  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Halloween Town. Burbank, CA. (@halloweentownstore) Come spooky season, this year-round Halloween destination offers not one, not two, but three stores in the same vicinity! It’s a one-stop Halloween-prep outing. Take a peek inside the original Halloween Town (2921 W Magnolia Blvd) and its sister shops, Halloween Town Costumes (3021 W Magnolia Blvd) and Halloween Town Kid

For a classy, classic alternative to your typical costume party, the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles is hosting an inaugural vintage Halloween experience in the historic Oviatt Penthouse. Paper Moon Vintage’s Nicole Marsak will present a collection of vintage costumes from the 1920s and ’30s. And vaudevillian duo (and Magic Castle regulars) the Cosmic Romantics will host a séance and close-up magic. There will also be music, refreshments, a cash bar, an Art Deco scavenger hunt and awards given out for best handmade costume and best true vintage costume, so get creative with your getups! Space is limited, so there are three timed entry slots; each experience will last 90 minutes.

Travel back in time to 1969 this Halloween at West Hollywood’s Hotel Ziggy. DJ Sophenom will be spinning rock ‘n’ roll, funk, soul and disco at the hotel, which pays homage to the musical history of the Sunset Strip. Come dressed in your Woodstock, retro and funky finest. If you opt for a party-hop VIP ticket, you’ll also get access to Skybar’s Fright Night a block away.