Things to Do in LA: Vintage Bazaars, Car Shows, and Sensory-Friendly Saturdays

Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Los Angeles! Today’s date is Saturday, September 13, 2025, and the City of Angels is positively buzzing. LA woke up to classic California sunshine with temps flirting in the low 80s—perfect for getting out and embracing this city’s unbeatable blend of urban energy and laid-back cool. The streets are alive thanks to a burst of cultural festivals, pop-up markets, and events for every age and appetite. If you’re sensing extra excitement, that might be the whiff of a new restaurant grilling up K-Town BBQ, or maybe it’s the crowd lining up for a vintage car show right by the Pacific. Either way, LA’s giving full festival mode and you’ll want to get in on the action.Let’s zoom right into today’s most electric happenings around town! Over in the Art Deco Society’s Vintage Bazaar, you’ll find a two-day treasure trove of authentic and reproduction threads, accessories, art, and housewares from 1900 to 1970. Anyone who loves historic style or just great people-watching should hit this event for both the shopping and the textile demos—and yes, there are food trucks and free admission for the kiddos. That’s at Art Deco’s spot, running from late morning to early evening.If family fun is on your mind, the Los Angeles Libros Festival at the Central Library is a celebration of bilingual storytelling, live music, crafts, and author meet-and-greets. Perfect for kids and bookworms! Meanwhile, classic car buffs will want to roll down to the Santa Monica Pier, where 200 shiny vehicles from the 1930s onward are on display with proceeds supporting local youth programs. Imagine talking horsepower while oceanside breezes tangle your hair.For music and culture lovers, the GRAMMY Museum’s Sensory-Friendly Saturday offers a quieter, carefully curated experience for families and anyone seeking a gentle intro to LA’s musical legacy. Sneaking in with the under-18 crowd? You’re in free! And for pure nightlife, Factory 93 is turning up the heat at Exchange LA downtown with a high-energy DJ set from Charlie Sparks and Parfait—doors swing open at 10 PM and the beats don’t quit until you do.But that’s not all. If your tastebuds are tingling, the Family Style Food Festival unleashes a delicious showdown between pop-up vendors, local favorites, and creative new menus all over the city. And down in Long Beach, it’s Plant Fest, with workshops, food, and every houseplant you never knew you needed.Speaking of city updates, LA’s public transit lines are adding extra trains this weekend for crowd-busting ease, so ditch the car and enjoy that stress-free ride—remember, nobody wants to circle for parking while there’s epic fun to be had. New on the restaurant scene, East Hollywood welcomes “Kogi House,” a modern Korean BBQ getting raves for its fusion tacos and sidewalk seating—absolutely worth a pit stop for lunch or late-night bites.Craving a uniquely LA experience? Grab a cocktail at one of our iconic rooftop bars and watch that sunset paint the city in gold and rose. Or see a classic musical—An American in Paris—at the Academy Museum’s Family Matinee, then stick around for a playful drop-in workshop on dance and movie magic.Local tip: Always bring a light jacket! Even the warmest LA days can turn breezy at night, especially near the coast. And if you’re wandering the markets or piers, a reusable tote is your best friend.Coming up tomorrow, don’t miss the Natural History Museum’s Dino Fest for hands-on paleontology and the city’s legendary Independence Day Parade in East LA, featuring floats, folkloric dancers, and live music galore. Trust me, you’ll want to be part of it all.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out