Los Angeles Free Activities And Deals Museum Days Holiday Specials And More In 2019

Los Angeles offers numerous free activities and deals throughout the year, providing residents and visitors with opportunities to enjoy cultural experiences, dining, and entertainment without cost. This article explores the various freebies available in Los Angeles in 2019, including free museum days, holiday specials, restaurant offers, and unique food experiences at local events.

Free Museum Days in Los Angeles

Los Angeles boasts a rich cultural scene with numerous museums offering free admission days throughout the year. In August 2019, several museums provided free admission during specific hours, allowing visitors to explore art, history, and culture without financial barriers.

The Japanese American National Museum offered free admission from 5 to 8 p.m. on both August 1 and August 8. The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) Grand also had free hours from 5 to 8 p.m. on the same dates. The Skirball Cultural Center provided free entry from noon to 5 p.m. on both August 1 and August 8.

Other museums with free admission in August included: - Long Beach Museum of Art (3 to 8 p.m. on August 1 and August 8) - USC Pacific Asian Museum (5 to 8 p.m. on August 1 and August 8, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on August 11) - Norton Simon Museum (5 to 8 p.m. on August 2) - Museum of Latin American Art (August 4 and August 11) - Craft and Folk Art Museum (pay what you can on August 4 and August 11) - Kidspace Children's Museum (Free Family Night from 4 to 8 p.m. on August 6)

Notably, the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) offered free admission to L.A. County residents with valid identification on August 13.

Some museums offer free admission year-round. Over two dozen museums in and around Los Angeles provide complimentary entry regularly, including popular destinations such as The Getty, Getty Villa, California Science Center, California African American Museum, and The Hammer Museum.

The Natural History Museum and La Brea Tar Pits Museum typically offer free days in July and August, but skipped their free days in August 2019. However, L.A. County residents can still visit these museums free of charge Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m. with valid ID or utility bill. Additionally, the Tar Pits Museum offered free admission on late-night Fridays (5 to 8 p.m.) through the end of August 2019.

The La Brea Tar Pits Museum also provided a special discount of $2 off admission for visitors who shared an Instagram post of the newly opened Second Home Serpentine Pavilion and tagged the Tar Pits accounts.

Memorial Day Weekend Specials in Los Angeles

Memorial Day weekend 2019 offered several free activities and deals for Los Angeles residents and visitors. The weekend featured free music events, restaurant promotions, and family-friendly activities.

LACMA in mid-city hosted a free performance of Munyungo's Jungle Jazz at 6 p.m. on May 23. The Los Angeles Philharmonic (LA Phil) presented Gershwin & Strauss performances throughout Memorial Day weekend, with both evening and afternoon shows available from Friday, May 23 through Sunday, May 25.

For families with children, the TNT series "The Librarians" sponsored the coolest Little Free Library in the city on Sunday, May 25. Participants could use the Little Free Library map or download the app to find participating libraries near them, which were decked out with collectible freebies available for the next three months.

Restaurant deals during Memorial Day weekend included a special offer from Habit Burger & Grill, which provided two charburgers for the price of one from May 26 to June 1, 2019. To access this deal, customers needed to sign up for the Habit Burger app or use the website and enter the code "2CHARS" under the "My Offers" tab.

Veterans Day Offers for Military Personnel

Veterans Day 2019, observed on Monday, November 11, saw numerous California restaurants offering free meals and discounts to honor retired and active-duty military personnel. These offers ranged from free entrees to discounted meals, with most requiring proof of military service or a military ID.

Among the participating restaurants were: - Applebee's: Offered free selection of one of seven entrées from an exclusive menu for dine-in only at participating locations with proof of military service. - BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse: Provided complimentary entree priced up to $14.95 plus a Dr. Pepper with military ID or other proof of service, valid for dine-in only. - Denny's: Offered free Grand Slams. - Black Angus and Sizzler: Provided free steak dinners. - Wienerschnitzel: Offered free chili dogs. - California Pizza Kitchen (CPK): Provided free pizzas or pasta. - Rubio's: Offered free entrees. - Applebee's and Olive Garden: Offered free entrées. - TCBY and Menchie's: Offered free frozen yogurt.

Many of these offers were available at participating locations only, and customers were advised to confirm participation with their local restaurant before visiting. Restrictions varied by establishment, and proof of service was generally required.

New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Deals

The transition from 2018 to 2019 brought numerous freebies and deals to Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Many establishments offered special promotions to celebrate the new year, while others provided complimentary services to ensure safe celebrations.

Restaurant specials on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day included: - Applebee's: Offered the January drink of the month, the "$2 Captain and Cola," made with Captain Morgan Spiced Rum and Pepsi and served in a 10-ounce mug. - Bahama Breeze: Provided Caribbean-inspired Legendary Island Cocktails for $2.19 from 9 p.m. on New Year's Eve until close. The menu included drinks like the Killer Bee, Painkiller, Goombay Smash, Zombie, and Dark 'N Stormy. - Baskin-Robbins: Offered regular and kids-sized scoops of ice cream for $1.50 on New Year's Day at participating locations nationwide. - Bob Evans: Starting at 3 p.m. on New Year's Eve and continuing on New Year's Day, provided two select adult entrees for $9.99 each, plus free kids meals. - Burger King: Offered a free order of Chicken Fries when customers spent $5 on DoorDash from December 31 through January 6 with promo code "NEWYEAR." This was limited to the first 30,000 orders and valid only for participating Burger King locations within DoorDash's delivery zones. - Chili's: Featured the first $5 margarita of the month for 2019, The Cherry Blossom, made with Lunazul tequila, St-Germain, Fresh Sour, and Grenadine. - Cumberland Farms: Provided a free cup of coffee, hot or iced, from 5 p.m. on New Year's Eve through 5 a.m. on New Year's Day.

AAA participated in the holiday celebrations by offering free rides for both members and non-members in many parts of the country through New Year's Day as part of its holiday safe ride program. This initiative aimed to address the increased risk of impaired driving during the holiday season, which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identifies as one of the deadliest times on the roads.

LA County Fair Food Offerings

The 2019 LA County Fair featured a variety of food options, including notable items and special offerings. Most menu items included a 16-ounce beverage according to the fair's offerings.

For visitors seeking vegan options, the fair introduced Govina's Veggie Bomb, featuring soft tacos made with jackfruit instead of barbecued pulled pork, priced at three for $12. Hot Dog on a Stick also offered veggie dog options. Scoops on Tap, an ice cream concession, provided a vegan flavor called vanilla coconut bourbon. While Scoops specialized in handcrafted ice creams and beer infusions, most of their offerings were dairy-based. At the fair, they served blackberry buttermilk ice cream made with ale from Ballast Point Brewing.

The fair also showcased creative uses of Flaming Hot Cheetos as a condiment and filling. Biggy's offered several Hot Cheetos-infused items, including stuffed hollowed-out dill pickles, crushed French fries, and spicy turkey legs topped with the snack. Big Bubba's Bad BBQ featured a corn stand serving Hot Cheetos Corn on the Cob as well as corn in a cup.

Many concessions at the fair were traveling businesses, though some had connections to brick-and-mortar restaurants. Comedian George Lopez both performed and provided food offerings at the fair.

Conclusion

Los Angeles in 2019 offered numerous free activities and deals across various categories throughout the year. From free museum days and holiday specials to restaurant promotions and unique food experiences, residents and visitors had multiple opportunities to enjoy the city without significant financial expenditure. The free museum days provided cultural enrichment, while holiday offers honored military personnel and celebrated the new year with food and drink specials. The LA County Fair showcased creative culinary offerings, including vegan options and unique food combinations. These freebies and deals demonstrate Los Angeles's commitment to providing accessible entertainment and dining experiences for all residents and visitors.

Sources

1. Free Museum Days in Los Angeles – August 2019
2. Memorial Day in Los Angeles
3. Veterans Day Restaurant Offers
4. New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Deals
5. LA County Fair Food Offerings