Iron Maiden and Megadeth headline BMO Stadium on Friday, but Los Angeles’s real character this weekend lives in the collision between arena metal and the city’s most eclectic smaller stages. From bluegrass to electronic, comedy to musicals, the next three days stretch across wildly different moods and rooms.
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- Iron Maiden, Megadeth & Anthrax at BMO Stadium
- Billy Strings at Orpheum Theatre
- Faye Webster at The Fonda Theatre
- Tig Notaro at Largo at the Coronet
- Water for Elephants – The Musical at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
- Alex Isley at Blue Note Los Angeles
- Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at Walt Disney Concert Hall
- Fontaines D.C. at Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever
- Riley Green at Greek Theatre
- The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at Hollywood Bowl
Iron Maiden, Megadeth & Anthrax at BMO Stadium
Fri, Sep 25, 6:15 PM · BMO Stadium · from $191
Three metal titans share one stage for a rare convergence of hard rock and metal legacy. Expect decades of anthems, technical mastery, and the kind of crowd energy that only happens when these bands align.
Billy Strings at Orpheum Theatre
Fri, Sep 25, 7:30 PM · Orpheum Theatre – Los Angeles · from $300
The bluegrass virtuoso brings his genre-defying energy to an intimate downtown room. Strings has built a devoted following by refusing to stay contained within traditional bluegrass boundaries—expect precision, innovation, and the kind of musicianship that transcends genre.
Faye Webster at The Fonda Theatre
Sat, Sep 26, 7:00 PM · The Fonda Theatre · from $90
Webster’s deadpan indie-pop sensibility and wry humor have made her a fixture on alternative radio. Her live show balances lo-fi production with genuine emotional weight, drawing crowds who appreciate wit and vulnerability in equal measure.
Tig Notaro at Largo at the Coronet
Fri, Sep 25, 8:00 PM · Largo at the Coronet · from $76
The comedian’s distinctive deadpan delivery and willingness to find absurdity in everyday moments have made her a critical favorite. Largo’s intimate setting amplifies her observational precision and timing.
Water for Elephants – The Musical at Hollywood Pantages Theatre
Fri, Sep 25, 8:00 PM · Hollywood Pantages Theatre – CA · from $58
The circus-set musical brings spectacle and emotional depth to one of the city’s most storied theaters. Expect elaborate staging, soaring vocals, and the kind of theatrical grandeur that defines the Pantages experience.
Alex Isley at Blue Note Los Angeles
Fri, Sep 25, 7:00 PM · Blue Note Los Angeles · from $104
The R&B and soul vocalist commands intimate rooms with sophisticated vocal control and emotional presence. Blue Note’s legendary acoustics pair perfectly with Isley’s nuanced approach to contemporary soul.
Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Fri, Sep 25, 8:00 PM · Walt Disney Concert Hall · from $145
The 1980s rock icon brings her powerhouse vocals and catalog of arena hits to one of the city’s most acoustically pristine venues. Benatar’s enduring presence in rock history makes this a rare opportunity to hear her legacy in an unexpected setting.
Fontaines D.C. at Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever
Fri, Sep 25, 7:00 PM · Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever · from $508
The Dublin post-punk band’s angular guitars and literary lyrics have earned them critical acclaim across indie and alternative circles. Their live show crackles with intensity and precision, drawing devoted crowds who appreciate guitar-driven alternative rock.
Riley Green at Greek Theatre
Fri, Sep 25, 7:00 PM · Greek Theatre – Los Angeles CA · from $104
The country artist brings his modern take on country storytelling to one of LA’s most iconic outdoor venues. Green’s blend of traditional country values and contemporary production appeals to both country traditionalists and crossover listeners.
The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA at Hollywood Bowl
Fri, Sep 25, 8:00 PM · Hollywood Bowl · from $21
ABBA’s catalog of disco and pop perfection gets a full theatrical treatment under the Bowl’s stars. The tribute captures the Swedish group’s infectious energy and undeniable hooks, making it an ideal fit for the Bowl’s massive stage and enthusiastic crowds.
Check dates and venues carefully—several shows span multiple nights or have specific start times. Book early for the larger venues; smaller rooms fill quickly on weekends.
