"The Playground" Your Guide To What To Do This Weekend...

by Jessica Mahmoudian · May 7, 2011

    It's time to figure out where some of the best parties are this weekend. Below are our picks of the weekend's top events. And, as always, you can find the full details as well as more events on our Calendar page.

    LACMA Jazz Nights- Evvery Friday When: Fri, May 6,6:00 pm - 11:00 pm Where: LACMA Why: The jazz quartet House of Games has been thrilling audiences since 1990 with their distinctive blend of jazz, fusion and original compositions. [Details]

    The Clash 35 Year Anniversary Tribute Night When: Fri, May 6,9:00 pm - 11:30 pm Where: The Smell Why: Come celebrate 35 years of "the only band that matters" with covers of all your favorite Clash songs all night long. [Details]

    Hyundai x Antenna present The Food Truck Derby When: Sat, May 7,3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Where: Siren Studios Why: Some of LA's very best cuisine on wheels all in one spot. [Details]

    Soffer Ari Presents: New Artwork & Jewelry by Kami Lerner ~ "Love, Life & Happiness" When: Sat, May 7,7:00 pm - 11:00 pm Where: Soffer Ari Flagship Store Why: Come & enjoy an evening with light Hors d'oeuvres & cocktails, a chance to win a Soffer Ari original piece of jewelry and support a great cause. [Details]

    Tyler Shields Presents Life is Not a Fairytale When: Sat, May 7,8:00 pm - 12:00 pm Where: Event Location Why: This centerpiece of the exhibit will not be your average painting as he has used blood samples from 20 of Hollywood's famous and powerful to create an artwork. [Details]

    Fiesta Broadway Cinco de Mayo Street Fair Los Angeles When: Sun, May 8,1:00 am - 6:00 pm Where: Event Location Why: Largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the world. You'll find lots of food, fun and games for the whole family. [Details]