8th Annual Culver City Arts Festival on Washington Blvd

Culver City does a street festival well, and the Culver City Arts Festival is the one that puts art front and center. The eighth edition lands on Saturday, October 10, 2026, and it takes over a stretch of Washington Boulevard rather than a single park or hall. If you're building a list of things to do in Los Angeles this month, a free-roaming afternoon of art on a real city street is a good anchor.

What to expect

Arts festivals of this kind work as a long outdoor gallery. You walk the boulevard, stop at whatever catches your eye, and talk to the people who made it. Expect a mix of visual art, handmade work and the kind of casual browsing that doesn't need a plan. The listing doesn't publish a vendor or performer roster, so treat the specifics as a pleasant surprise and check the official listing closer to the date.

Because the festival sits on a main commercial street, the surrounding shops and restaurants are part of the draw. Culver City's downtown core is compact, so it's easy to break up the browsing with a coffee, lunch or a gallery stop nearby.

The route

The festival runs along Washington Boulevard from Helms Avenue on the east end to La Cienega Avenue on the west. That is a long, walkable corridor, so wear comfortable shoes and decide whether you want to walk it end to end or pick one section and settle in.

When: Saturday, October 10, 2026. The source lists a start of 8:00 AM, which is a placeholder rather than a confirmed opening time, so verify hours before you go. Where: Washington Boulevard, from Helms Avenue to La Cienega Avenue, Culver City. Price: Not listed in the source. Confirm admission on the official page.

Getting there

Street festivals mean road closures, so don't count on driving straight down Washington. Look for parking in the side streets or city garages a few blocks off the route, or take the Metro E Line to the Culver City station, which sits close to the downtown stretch. Rideshare drop-offs work best a block or two away from the closure.

If you like planning ahead, this is the kind of event that makes the list of upcoming events Los Angeles locals bookmark in October. Pair it with other LA events this weekend if you want a fuller day, and check the festivals category for more ideas around the city.

Before you go

Weather in early October can swing hot, so bring water, sunscreen and a bag for anything you buy. Many independent artists take cards, but cash is still handy. Check the Discover Los Angeles listing for the latest on hours, lineup and any changes.