{"id":19548,"date":"2025-08-07T07:52:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-07T14:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/things-to-do-in-the-san-fernando-valley-la-area-aug-7-14\/"},"modified":"2025-08-07T07:52:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-07T14:52:46","slug":"things-to-do-in-the-san-fernando-valley-la-area-aug-7-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/los-angeles\/things-to-do-in-the-san-fernando-valley-la-area-aug-7-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, Aug. 7-14"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Introduction to the San Fernando Valley and LA Area<\/h2>\n<p>The San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area offer a diverse range of activities and events for all interests. From outdoor concerts and movie screenings to museum exhibits and farmers markets, there&#8217;s something for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n<h2>Events from Aug. 7-14<\/h2>\n<h3>Aug. 7<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>DineLA Restaurant Week Summer 2025<\/strong>: Participating restaurants offer special menus. Reservations are recommended. Prices vary by restaurant.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ventura County Fair<\/strong>: Runs through Aug. 10. Admission $20; $15 ages 65 and older and ages 6-12.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prosperity Market\u2019s Black Business Scavenger Hunt<\/strong>: Discover Black-owned businesses through Aug. 24.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beach Eats \u2013 Marina del Rey<\/strong>: Food trucks, 5-9 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Book Soup<\/strong>: Ellen Byron and Lee Hollis read from and sign their books, 7 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sunset Concerts at the Skirball Cultural Center<\/strong>: JoJo Abot and Say She She perform, 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Aug. 8<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Summer Movie Night \u2013 Hansen Dam Aquatic Center<\/strong>: Activities and a poolside screening of \u201cMoana 2,\u201d 6 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granada Hills Farmers Market<\/strong>: 6-10 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vroman\u2019s Bookstore<\/strong>: Dennis McNally discusses and signs \u201cThe Last Dream,\u201d 7 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Mary Houlihan Show<\/strong>: Comedy and music, 9:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Aug. 9<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>NoHo Farmers Market<\/strong>: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Canoga Park Farmers Market<\/strong>: 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>El Nido Farmers Market \u2013 Pacoima<\/strong>: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Woodland Hills Farmers Market<\/strong>: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nisei Week Japanese Festival<\/strong>: Through Aug. 17. Includes cultural activities, entertainment, and exhibits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Latin Goes Ska \u2013 Grand Performances<\/strong>: Free concert, 6 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Summer Movies in the Park \u2013 Agoura Hills<\/strong>: \u201cDespicable Me,\u201d 7 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concerts in the Park \u2013 City of Santa Clarita<\/strong>: Locked Out of Heaven performs, 7 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>NoHo Summer Nights \u2013 Valley Cultural Foundation<\/strong>: DJ Sal Roses performs, 7-9:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rodgers and Hammerstein\u2019s Cinderella<\/strong>: The musical, 8 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Aug. 10<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Classic Cars and Coffee \u2013 Forest Lawn-Glendale<\/strong>: 7:30-10:30 a.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encino Farmers Market<\/strong>: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Good Times Farmers Market<\/strong>: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Much Ado About Nothing<\/strong>: The play by William Shakespeare, 3:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grand Parade \u2013 Nisei Week Japanese Festival<\/strong>: 4-6 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Concerts at Warner Park \u2013 Valley Cultural Foundation<\/strong>: Which One\u2019s Pink? performs, with emerging artist Astral Mixtape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Aug. 13<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>An Evening with Walter Murch \u2013 ArtCenter College of Design<\/strong>: Discussion and book signing, 6:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A Midsummer Night\u2019s Dream<\/strong>: The play by William Shakespeare, starting Aug. 14.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wings Over Camarillo Air Show<\/strong>: Aug. 16-17.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Apartheid Years and Jews in South Africa<\/strong>: Discussion, Aug. 16.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Summer Concerts in the Park \u2013 Agoura Hills<\/strong>: Brandon Ragan Project performs, Aug. 17.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Seagull<\/strong>: The play by Anton Chekhov, retold by Ellen Geer, starting Aug. 17.<\/li>\n<li><strong>My Favorite Murder Live!<\/strong>: Oct. 28.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ongoing Events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Discovery Cube Los Angeles \u2013 Sylmar<\/strong>: \u201cRescue Exhibition\u201d through Sept. 1.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roots of Cool \u2013 A Celebration of Trees and Shade in a Warming World<\/strong>: Exhibit at Descanso Gardens through Oct. 12.<\/li>\n<li><strong>La Brea Tar Pits and Museum<\/strong>: Open daily, except the first Tuesday of the month and national holidays.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Natural History Museum Los Angeles County \u2013 Fierce! The Story of Cats<\/strong>: International traveling exhibit through Feb. 18.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Valley Relics Museum<\/strong>: Open Saturday-Sunday, check website for hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The San Fernando Valley and LA area are vibrant with activities that cater to a wide range of interests. Whether you&#8217;re looking for cultural experiences, outdoor fun, or educational exhibits, there&#8217;s always something to explore. Make sure to check the dates and times for each event and plan your activities accordingly.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Q: What are the admission prices for the Ventura County Fair?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A: Admission is $20; $15 for ages 65 and older and ages 6-12.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: How can I participate in the Prosperity Market\u2019s Black Business Scavenger Hunt?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A: Text #BBSH25 to 323-417-0465 to participate and earn points by visiting participating businesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: What are the hours for the NoHo Farmers Market?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A: 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturdays.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Q: How can I find more information about the events listed?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>A: Check the specific website or contact information provided for each event for more details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to the San Fernando Valley and LA Area The San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area offer a diverse range of activities and events for all interests. 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