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Last Week
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Events for Tue, September 15th, 2026
This Week
Here’s the list of free shows happening this week! Click the day of the week to see what’s ahead (the arrow will take you to next week). Calendar resets on Saturday night…
Week of Events
Sunday, September 13, 2026
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September 13, 2026Strange Hotels: It’s My Friday Every Sunday
Strange Hotels: It’s My Friday Every Sunday
Discover Strange Hotels’ electrifying Sunday night residency at Davey Wayne’s in Hollywood, where the weekend doesn’t end — it transforms into an unforgettable experience.
Monday, September 14, 2026
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September 14, 2026Minglewood Mondaze
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September 14, 2026Hot Club of Los Angeles
Minglewood Mondaze
Join Ashton Slater’s Minglewood Mondaze at the Barrel Tavern in Sherman Oaks—a free weekly Grateful Dead tribute night featuring top LA jam scene talent.
Hot Club of Los Angeles
Hot Club of Los Angeles brings sizzling Django-inspired gypsy jazz to Monday nights. Discover LA’s beloved residency since 2011—no cover, free parking!
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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September 15, 2026Bluegrass Night
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September 15, 2026The Brig Band
Bluegrass Night
Discover Bluegrass Night every Tuesday at Bigfoot East in Atwater Village. Enjoy live banjo music and boot-scootin’ fun from 8 ’til late, presented by Hellbent Booking.
The Brig Band
Discover the Brig Band, an iconic L.A. jam band blending jazz, funk, hip-hop, and rock since 2002, featuring world-class musicians from legendary acts.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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September 16, 2026Ojai Valley Bluegrass Pick
Ojai Valley Bluegrass Pick
Join our weekly Wednesday bluegrass jam night at the brewery, 6–8pm. All skill levels welcome — bring your instrument, enjoy BBQ and cold beer. No cover charge!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
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September 17, 2026Ventura Dead Night
Ventura Dead Night
Join Ventura Dead Night every Thursday at Winchester’s! The Peoples Dead delivers free, all-ages Grateful Dead jams from 6–10pm with community vibes downtown.
Friday, September 18, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
No events on this day.
Next Week
Plan ahead for the free shows that are coming next week in Los Angeles! Don’t forget, these are only the free events, if you want to check out the full calendar, check out All Shows.
Strange Hotels: It’s My Friday Every Sunday
Good Times at Davey Wayne’s 1611 N El Centro Ave, Los AngelesWeek of Events
Sunday, September 27, 2026
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September 27, 2026Strange Hotels: It’s My Friday Every Sunday
Strange Hotels: It’s My Friday Every Sunday
Discover Strange Hotels’ electrifying Sunday night residency at Davey Wayne’s in Hollywood, where the weekend doesn’t end — it transforms into an unforgettable experience.
Monday, September 28, 2026
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September 28, 2026Minglewood Mondaze
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September 28, 2026Hot Club of Los Angeles
Minglewood Mondaze
Join Ashton Slater’s Minglewood Mondaze at the Barrel Tavern in Sherman Oaks—a free weekly Grateful Dead tribute night featuring top LA jam scene talent.
Hot Club of Los Angeles
Hot Club of Los Angeles brings sizzling Django-inspired gypsy jazz to Monday nights. Discover LA’s beloved residency since 2011—no cover, free parking!
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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September 29, 2026Bluegrass Night
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September 29, 2026The Brig Band
Bluegrass Night
Discover Bluegrass Night every Tuesday at Bigfoot East in Atwater Village. Enjoy live banjo music and boot-scootin’ fun from 8 ’til late, presented by Hellbent Booking.
The Brig Band
Discover the Brig Band, an iconic L.A. jam band blending jazz, funk, hip-hop, and rock since 2002, featuring world-class musicians from legendary acts.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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September 30, 2026Ojai Valley Bluegrass Pick
Ojai Valley Bluegrass Pick
Join our weekly Wednesday bluegrass jam night at the brewery, 6–8pm. All skill levels welcome — bring your instrument, enjoy BBQ and cold beer. No cover charge!
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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October 1, 2026Ventura Dead Night
Ventura Dead Night
Join Ventura Dead Night every Thursday at Winchester’s! The Peoples Dead delivers free, all-ages Grateful Dead jams from 6–10pm with community vibes downtown.
Friday, October 2, 2026
No events on this day.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
No events on this day.