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The best Los Angeles events for the week of June 3 - June 9

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Los Angeles always has a plethora of events going down at every corner. Whether it’s a convention or some local stand-up comedy, there’s always something to do if you’re looking to leave the house. We look at some of the best events going down in Los Angeles this week (June 3 through June 9).

Friday June 7

Summer Game Fest @ YouTube Theater (1011 Stadium Dr.)
Doors: 12 p.m. (tickets)

Summer Game Fest returns to YouTube Theater to showcase what's coming up in the world of video games. Some games slated to appear at the event include Metaphor: ReFantazio, Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero, and Delta Force: Hawk Ops.

IGN Live @ Magic Box at The Reef (1933 South Broadway)
Doors: 10 a.m. (tickets)

IGN Live is giving video game fans in Los Angeles a closer look at some forthcoming titles this weekend at Magic Box at The Reef. During the three-day event, attendees will be greeted to panels from Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Magic: The Gathering, and Killing Floor 3 as well as playable demos. More information about IGN Live can be found here.

Gatecreeper, Undeath @ 1720 (1720 E 16th St.)
Doors: 6 p.m. (tickets)

Arizona death metal group Gatecreeper will be in town to promote their new studio album Dark Superstition, which is out on Nuclear Blast Records. Undeath, Jarhead Fertilizer, Final Gasp, and Upon Stone will also perform.

ODESZA @ BMO Stadium (3939 S. Figueroa St.)
Doors: 6:30 p.m. (tickets)

ODESZA will have a two-night stint at BMO Stadium (night two will take place on Saturday) to kick off The Last Goodbye Finale tour. This will be the last time fans will see the band promote their latest studio album The Last Goodbye, which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic Album. Ben Bohmer, DRAMA, and Golden Features will also perform.

Emo Nite @ Avalon Hollywood (1735 Vine St.)
Doors: 10 p.m. (tickets)

With so much video game action in Los Angeles this weekend, Emo Nite will join the fun with a special video game-themed evening. Bands and DJs will be revealed soon.

Saturday, June 8

SoCal Gaming Expo @ Pasadena Convention Center (300 E Green St.)
Doors: 10 a.m. (tickets)

SoCal Gaming Expo will deliver two days of gaming delight to Pasadena Convention Center. The convention will be filled with events such as the Classic Tetris World Championship, various gaming tournaments, stand-up comedy, and skate sessions with pro skaters.

L.A. Pride in the Park @ LA State Historic Park (1245 N. Spring St.)
Doors: 1 p.m. (tickets)

The 2024 installment of L.A. Pride in the Park will feature a headlining performance from award-winning artist Ricky Martin. Other acts slated to perform include Muna, Tokischa, JoJo Siwa, and RaiNao. Aside from musical performances, attendees will be able to partake in various activities and win some giveaways.

Sunday, June 9

L.A. Pride Parade @ Hollywood Blvd
Parade start time: 11 a.m. (free)

Get to Hollywood Blvd early to get a closer view of the L.A. Pride Parade, which feature Grand Marshals George Takei, professional wrestler Cassandro, El Exótico, and Los Angeles Fire Department chief Kristin Crowley. Last year's event drew nearly 150,00 people. More information about the parade can be found here.