LA’s Top Spring And Summer Food Events You Must Visit in 2023

FIRST FRIDAY ON ABBOT KINNEY

Every first Friday of the month, LA foodies are invited to kick off their weekend with dozens of A-list food trucks! From tacos and BBQ to Thai gelato and hibachi, local street vendors of all different cultures and backgrounds gather on Abbot Kinney Blvd to provide a dynamic food experience, satisfying every possible craving with the wide range of options.

Some of our personal favorite food trucks to make an appearance at First Friday on Abbot Kinney are Moom Maam, Sure Good, and Twist Churros. However, be sure to check out the monthly vendor list when it’s released because one of the best parts about First Friday on Abbot Kinney is that you never know which gourmet food truck to expect!

Dates: First Friday of every Month

Timing: 5- 9:30PM

Location: Abbot Kinney Blvd

Special Recs: TBD

GRANADA HILLS GRUBFEST

The Grubfest is another immersive, gourmet food truck event that has been operating in Granada Hills for 8 years running. The best part? This food event happens every Friday, so you never miss an opportunity to eat from some of the best vendors in all of LA!

You can catch 30+ food trucks with everything from sushi, burritos, ice cream, and more!

Dates: Every Friday

Timing: 5- 10PM

Location: 17723 Chatsworth St. Granada Hills, 91344

SMORGASBURG

Smorgasburg operates the largest open air food markets in the country, with locations in New York, Jersey City, Sao Paulo, Miami, Toronto, and of course, sunny Los Angeles.

With Smorgasburg’s delicious street vendors and picture-perfect beer garden, it’s no surprise that this LA food event is among the absolute best to attend during the spring and summer. Bring your family and friends to enjoy gourmet meals from all over the world, from bao buns and poke to burritos and pizza.

Dates: March 19, April 16, May 21, June 18

Timing: 10AM- 4PM

Location: 777 S. Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021

Special Recs: Maneatingplant

626 NIGHT MARKET

The 626 Night Market is a widely anticipated food event that takes place every spring in Santa Monica, LA. Bringing iconic flavors to the Westside, this year’s event series is free-to-attend in celebration of 10+ years of support!

626 Night Market will also feature a full alcohol bar with limited edition cocktails, so reserve your free tickets and get ready to drink and munch. And remember, tickets are limited so act fast!

Dates: March 18-19, April 1-2, April 15-16, April 29-30, May 13-14, May 27-28

Timing: 1- 10PM

Location: 1324 E 5th St., Santa Monica, CA 90401

LA TIMES FOOD BOWL

Last but not least, there’s the L.A. Times Food Bowl. Presented by City National Bank, this celebrates the city’s diverse food scene, combining the best of local eateries and world-renowned culinary talent.

Each September, this summer food festival features the Night Market grand tasting, pop-up dining events, special chef collaborations, panel discussions, and other food-inspired events across Los Angeles.

Don’t miss out on this spectacular summer food event!

Dates: TBD