Are you looking for some local El Monte events to bring a little excitement to your spring? Look no further. Whether you love getting outside to enjoy the fresh spring air, or if you can’t wait to relax in the darkness of a theater and soak in the latest art events, there are many exciting opportunities in and around El Monte for you can enjoy. Our team at Longo Lexus has put together a list of five fun events you can check out in El Monte, South El Monte, and the surrounding LA county area.
Community Bike Rides
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What better way to make new friends and enjoy the beautiful outdoors than a community bike ride? The 2022 community bike ride series, hosted by the city of South El Monte Community Services Department, invites participants above the age of 10 to take part in this active community event. Just bring a bike and a helmet, and join El Monte and South El Monte city council members in an 8-mile bike ride around the beautiful city. You can also stay after the ride is over to partake in light refreshments and socialize with your fellow bikers.
There are five upcoming bike rides scheduled for the spring and summer of 2022. They will take place on May 7, June 4, July 9, August 6, and September 10. You can meet up with fellow bikers at South El Monte Community Center, 1530 Central Avenue, South El Monte, California, 91733. The event begins at 8:30 a.m., and the ride will begin at 9 a.m. Note that these events are subject to change or cancellation in the event of rain or Covid-19 restrictions.
Cinco de Mayo Festival
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style by joining this festival, hosted by the City of South El Monte Community Services Department. You can look forward to delicious food from vendors, and live performances including music and dance. There will also be a boxing show at 7 p.m. and traditional clothing to admire. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate a traditional cultural holiday with your neighbors in South El Monte.
This event is scheduled for 6 p.m. to 9 pm on Thursday, May 5, 2022. It will take place at South El Monte Community Center, 1530 Central Avenue, South El Monte, California, 91733. For more information, call 626-579-2043. Like the bike ride series, the City of South El Monte Community Service Department would like to note that this event is subject to change or cancellation depending on the Covid-19 restrictions in place on May 5.
Hadestown
Experience the 2019 Tony Award winner for Best Musical and seven other awards, as performed by the National Touring cast with the Center Theatre Group in Los Angeles. Featuring captivating music by Anaïs Mitchell and developmental directing by Rachel Chavkin, Hadestown tells the story of young lovers Eurydice and Orpheus, as they face the harshness of the world and meet such mythical figures such as Hades, the king of the underworld, and his wife Persephone. This production stars Nicholas Barasch as Orpheus, Morgan Siobhan Green as Eurydice, Levi Kreis as Hermes, Kevyn Morrow as Hades, and Kimberly Marable as Persephone.
The Center Theatre Group is located at the Ahmanson Theater, 135 N. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, California, 90012, just a 30-minute drive from El Monte. You can find more information and tickets online, or call the Center Theatre Group box office at 213-628-2772. The show runs from April 26 through May 29, 2022, and the performance lasts about 2 hours and 30 minutes and includes a 15-minute intermission.
LA County Fair
There’s no better time for a county fair than spring. Celebrate the warmer weather this May with the “Back To Our Root’s” themed LA County Fair. Fair attractions include carnival rides and games, an Esports gaming exposition, a horror exhibit, flower gardens, a farm, vendors, and an arcade. There are also many fun competitions to watch or participate in, including the home arts adult and youth competitions, the culinary adult and youth competitions, the landscape competition, and the livestock competition. You can find ticket information and details on the events online at the LA County Fair website.
This year, the fair will be open from May 5 to May 30 at 1101 W. McKinley Avenue, Pomona, California, 91768, just a quick 20-minute drive from El Monte. You can also time your visit to align with one of the LA County Fair’s exciting musical performances. This year, the fair will feature the Beach Boys on May 5 and Juanes on May 15. On May 20, enjoy performances by Michael Winslow, Rose Royce, The Ohio Players, The Brothers Johnson, and the Emotions. Finally, experience music by La Adictiva, Original Banda El Limon, and Alfa 7 on May 22.
An Evening with the Captain at Dunkin’
Are you interested in getting more involved with the community and understanding how policing functions in El Monte and South El Monte? The City of South El Monte is hosting an Evening with the Captain at Dunkin’, an event where citizens can come eat doughnuts and chat with Captain Mark Reyes of the Temple Sheriff’s Station Captain and the South El Monte Sheriff’s Team. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and share any concerns you may have about safety and policing in your neighborhood.
This event is scheduled to take place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 18. It’s a good opportunity for citizens to meet and get to know the sheriff’s department personally while enjoying free pizza, donuts, and coffee. For more information, you can call the South El Monte City Hall at 626-579-6540.
Are you ready to get out of the house this spring? These fantastic events are the perfect excuse to hit the road and make new memories. Our team at Longo Lexus can help you do that by getting your car ready too. Do you need to schedule a little spring maintenance before heading out on your adventure? Schedule a service visit, or come visit our dealership at 3530 North Peck Road, El Monte, California, 91731. Looking for a new car? Check out our selection of new cars or pre-owned vehicles.
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