This post covers the best things to do in Los Angeles in November and has been updated for 2022.
It includes a top ten list, evening, free, and family-friendly activities.
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- Family-Friendly Activities
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TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN NOVEMBER
This section covers our top ten list for the month of November.
For more ideas on popular activities and attractions in LA, see our popular posts here:
1. Discover Los Angeles on a Walking Tour
If you’re interested in learning about the history of Los Angeles and seeing some of the most notable landmarks in the city, we offer a few different pay-what-you-want walking tours.
Our main tour covers Downtown Los Angeles and it includes sites such as the Walt Disney Music Hall, Pershing Square, the Bradbury Building and more.
We also have a Hollywood tour which will take you to several sites such as the walk of fame, the Capitol Records building, and the TCL Chinese Theatre.
In addition to those opportunities, we also have a few self-guided Los Angeles tours and GPS enabled audio tours.
2. Go to a Concert
Los Angeles is one of the biggest hubs for entertainment in the world, so you can expect a lot of notable musical artists to perform in the area throughout the month.
Here are a few of the best concerts to attend this November:
- The Who | November 1st
- Harry Styles | November 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th, 9th, 11th, 12th, 14th, 15th
- Zac Brown Band | November 4th
- B-52s/KC and the Sunshine Band | November 4th, 5th
- Gloria Gaynor | November 5th
- Jeff Beck | November 6th
- Post Malone | November 10th, 13th, 15th, 16th
- Ryan Adams | November 10th
- Arcade Fire/Beck | November 16th, 17th
- Elton John | November 17th, 19th, 20th
- Lizzo | November 18th, 19th
- Smashing Pumpkins/Jane's Addiction | November 19th
- The Flaming Lips | November 21st
You can find all the concerts in LA here.
3. Attend a Sporting Event
There are several professional sports teams in the Los Angeles area, and many of them will be performing at home this November.
Basketball fans will have several games in LA this November.
Hockey fans can also look forward to some games:
Football fans can look forward to at least a few games from both the Rams and the Chargers this month.
You can find all professional sporting events in LA here.
4. See a Hit Musical
Los Angeles may not be the home of Broadway, but they do have several theaters that host off-Broadway musicals and other great performance art.
There are so many shows taking place during November that it’s hard to highlight just one of them.
Instead, take a look at this list of musicals you can see in LA this month:
In addition to these musicals, the Los Angeles Opera will also be performing both Omar and Tosca in November.
You can find all the theatrical performances in LA here.
5. See a Show at the Walt Disney Concert Hall
This unique venue is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic, who will be holding several performances throughout the month of November.
You can also see the Los Angeles Philhamonic at Disney Concert Hall as there will be several opportunities to attend a live performance this month.
If you’re interested in a different kind of musical performance, make sure to check our list of Los Angeles concerts in November.
6. Take the Kids to the Turkey Trot
Before losing yourself in a Thanksgiving feast (or football game) come to DTLA for a 5k or 10k fun run for a good cause!
The annual Turkey Trot benefits The Midnight Mission, which is dedicated to helping the homeless in a variety of ways. Both races will take place on November 24th from 8 am - 12 pm.
The race itself weaves through downtown and past a handful of notable landmarks.
Even if you don’t feel like taking part in this activity, you can always come and cheer on participating athletes.
For more family-friendly activities, please read our things to do with kids section.
7. See Live Stand-up Comedy
If you’re in need of a good laugh, Los Angeles is home to some of the best comedy clubs in the world and there are a lot of notable comedians who perform here throughout the year.
During the month of November, you can expect the following famous comedians and others to host stand-up specials in the LA area:
- James Acaster | November 6th
- Bret McKenzie | November 11th, 14th
- Chris Rock | November 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th
- Jo Koy | November 23rd, 25th, 26th, 27th
You may also want to drop by the historic Comedy Store which has a long history of hosting some of the greatest comedians in the world.
Many of these stand-up performances will take place at around 7 pm - 9 pm, making this one of the best activities to enjoy after dark.
For even more great nighttime activities, please read our things to do at night section.
8. Experience Flutter
Flutter is the perfect name for an "immersory sensory experience" that is sure to have a stong and positive impact on those who visit.
Artists have come together to build an interactive exhibit includes light projection mapping, virtual reality, sound baths, and more.
This all takes place in 14 rooms on South La Brea, not far from The Grove.
For a 90 minute guided expereince, purchase tickets here.
9. See A Magical Cirque Christmas
A Magical Cirque Christmas returns to LA in November 2022.
These talented aerial artists and performers put on a Christmas themed show from November 25th - 27th at the Dolby Theatre.
Everyone in the family will enjoy the talents of these artists! Tickets can be purchased here.
For more family-friendly fun, please read our things to do with kids section.
10. Use a Tourist Pass to Save Money
There are several tourist attraction discount passes available in Los Angeles, and each one offers an opportunity to save money on the most popular activities in this city.
While all-inclusive passes provide admission to dozens of attractions over the course of a specific number of days, there are also services that allow you to pay one flat price for a set number of activities instead.
Alternatively, you can also “build your own pass” and save up to 20% off general admission prices at several popular locations when you purchase at least four tickets.
Here are some of the more notable attractions included with these tourist passes:
- Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tours
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- Sony Pictures Studio Tour
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour
- Six Flags Magic Mountain
- TCL Chinese Theatre Tour
- Natural History Museum
- Madame Tussauds
- Knott’s Berry Farm
- Los Angeles Zoo
- OUE Skyspace
- LEGOLAND
- And more!
In addition to receiving general admission for these activities, you’ll also get skip-the-line privileges at a few of the more popular locations.
Depending on which service you use and how you plan out your itinerary, a Los Angeles tourist pass could save you anywhere from 20% - 50% off tickets.
For more details, make sure to read our post covering Los Angeles tourist passes.
FREE THINGS TO DO IN NOVEMBER
There are a lot of free activities to enjoy during your time in LA. In this section, we will be covering some of the best things to do for free in November.
Some of the items we’ve mentioned like the Dia De Los Muertos display in Grand Park and self-guided walking tours are free of charge for everyone!
If you’re looking for more ideas, check our post covering free things to do in Los Angeles .
Visit a National Park for Free
Spend some time at one of the National Parks that are a day trip away from Los Angeles without worrying about park admission fees.
Pack the car and head to Joshua Tree, Sequoia and Kings Canyon, or make your way to Yosemite instead.
In honor of Veterans Day, the National Park Service will be offering free admission to all visitors on November 11th.
Free days can be busy but they are a big money saver!
Go to the Museum of Contemporary Art
Featuring a vast amount of contemporary and pop art, the Museum of Contemporary Art, or MOCA, is a great place to spend an afternoon.
Stroll through their galleries to see the artwork of names like Roy Lichtenstein, Franz Klein, Mark Rothko, and Jean Frautier among many others.
Although this museum usually charges for entry, you can visit any Thursday from 5 pm - 8 pm and receive free admission.
This is just one of many museums in the city that offers free entry.
If you’re interested in visiting other locations, please read our post covering free museums in Los Angeles.
See the Hollywood Sign
Located in Griffith Park, this historic sign is absolutely free to visit throughout the year – all you have to do is make the hike!
While the walk to this sign isn’t necessarily going to be easy for everyone, it won’t cost a thing to enjoy this activity and you’ll burn a few calories while you’re at it.
While you’re in the area, you may also want to enjoy one of the best views of Los Angeles at the Griffith Park Observatory.
If you don’t mind spending a few bucks, you can take a Hollywood hills hiking tour which includes a trip to the Hollywood sign.
If you’re looking for more ideas, check our post covering free things to do in Los Angeles.
THINGS TO DO AT NIGHT IN NOVEMBER
This section includes some great nighttime activities in LA in addition to some that we’ve already mentioned in this post like concerts, musicals, sporting events, stand-up comedy and more.
For suggestions on other nighttime activities, see our post, Things to do at Night in LA.
See Los Angeles After Dark on a Night Tour
See the city lights, a movie studio, celebrities' homes or Hollywood's hippest night clubs by taking a night tour.
Night Bus Tours are popular and fun. Check out the LA City Tour By Night to get an overview of the city.
If you came to see the stars (and not the ones in the sky), take a Celebrity Home tour that runs into the early evening.
For TV and movie buffs, you can take a Paramount Studios After Dark tour.
Want to dive into the LA night scene? Take a Hollywood Club Crawl!
Attend the AFI Film Festival
Film enthusiasts will love the annual AFI Film Festival! Taking place in Hollywood, the American Film Institute fall festival will feature red carpets, a number of special screenings, tributes, and panel discussions.
The goal of this festival is to celebrate the international cinema created by emerging artists and modern masters.
In 2022 the festival runs from November 2nd - 6th.
If you’re interested, you can purchase either passes to see several films or individual tickets for specific movies.
For more details, make sure to check the AFI Fest website .
Have a Haunted Encounter on the Queen Mary
This famous 1930s cruise ship (now a hotel) was once considered by Time Magazine as one of the "Top 10 Most Haunted Places on Earth".
You can take their one-hour Haunted Encounters tour, offered several times daily.
If you prefer to visit this ship for its lush art-deco design and to learn its history, you can get a general admission ticket to tour parts of the ship.
For more spookiness, check out other haunted LA tours.
TIP: Admission to the Queen Mary is included with the Go Los Angeles Card.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES IN NOVEMBER
Many attractions and activities in LA are fun for people of all ages. This section will cover a few of the best things to do with kids in November.
Some of the things we’ve already mentioned like the Turkey Trot and visiting a National Park are great free activities for families.
You can find more family-friendly things to do here.
Get Ready for the Holidays at a Theme Park
Most of the popular amusement parks in Los Angeles hold special holiday-themed events beginning in November.
Holidays at Disneyland Resort features a holiday-themed parade, fireworks, and even augments to popular rides such as It’s a Small World and the Haunted Mansion!
Knott’s Berry Farm turns into Knott’s Merry Farm which focuses more on holiday stage shows and even an ice show featuring Snoopy.
There are similar events at the following locations:
- Six Flags Magic Mountain
- Universal Studios Hollywood
- LEGOLAND California
Admission to each of these theme parks is included with at least one major Los Angeles tourist pass.
Check out the Autry Museum of the West
Located in Griffith Park, the Autry Museum of the West covers an extensive history of the American West. Throughout the exhibits, see old western movie props, art, Native American artifacts, and more.
Best of all, admission to this attraction is included with some tourist passes, so you don’t even have to pay full price to get inside!
For more ideas on activities and attractions in the park, check out our Things to do in Griffith Park post!
Visit the LA Zoo
With over 250 species to visit, the LA Zoo is a great place to spend the day in LA with kids. They also have a beautiful botanical garden to enjoy!
You can get up close to some of these animals with experiences like giraffe feedings and mingling flamingos!
Tie pass into it: Learn more about saving on admission to the LA Zoo with the LA Discount Pass.
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