DrumatiX: Rhythm, Redefined at the Ford

Some of the best live music in Los Angeles happens before lunch. On Sunday, October 25, DrumatiX brings Rhythm, Redefined! to the Ford, the hillside amphitheater off Cahuenga Boulevard East, as part of the venue's LA Soundscapes family series. It is a good pick if you are sorting through things happening in Hollywood this weekend and want something the whole family can enjoy.

What to expect

DrumatiX builds its show from recycled and found objects. Everyday objects become instruments, and the performers layer in tap dance, body percussion, drumming, humor and inventive choreography. The pitch is simple: take something that was headed for the bin and make it sound great. The show is interactive, so expect clapping, stomping and a bit of audience participation.

It also carries a message about creativity and sustainability. Kids see that making music does not require expensive gear, and adults get a reminder of how much rhythm is hiding in an ordinary kitchen drawer or garage.

Every LA Soundscapes family event pairs the performance with a pre-show activity, so the morning is more than a one-hour sit-down.

When: Sunday, October 25, 2026. Activities at 10 AM, performance at 11:30 AM Where: The Ford, 2580 Cahuenga Blvd E, Los Angeles, CA 90068 Best for: Ages 3 to 11 Price: Not listed on the sources we checked. See the Ford's event page for ticket details.

The morning schedule

At 10 AM the Ford runs interactive activities and curated art-making in collaboration with LA Commons. Kids can get hands-on before the music starts, which also helps wiggly little ones settle in. The performance itself begins at 11:30 AM.

Tips for going

• This is a daytime show and the sun can be strong. Bring sunscreen and sun hats.
• As the sun shifts during the morning, audience members can move into shaded seats where available.
• Arrive for the 10 AM activities if you want the full experience, not just the performance.
• Check the Ford's event page before you go for ticketing, parking and access information.

Why it works for LA families

Hollywood has no shortage of loud nights out, but a mid-morning percussion show for kids is a different kind of outing. It fits neatly into a Sunday, leaves the afternoon free, and puts a small crowd of kids in a real concert setting. If you are building a list of things to do in Los Angeles with children this fall, an outdoor show at a landmark theater tucked into the hills deserves a spot on it.

You can find more about the act through the Ford's listing and the Discover Los Angeles event page linked in the sources above. Browse more shows on our concerts page or see what else is on in Hollywood.