Do you like to be entertained? Do you think it’s too expensive? Well, here are fun things to do this month in September 2025 that cost nothing at all. So get out there and enjoy!
Sept. 4 — North Hollywood: See a free movie at 2 p.m. This time, it’s the spy thriller “Black Bag,” (Rated R, 2025) directed by Steven Soderbergh. Michael Fassbender plays a British intelligence officer looking for a traitor, which might include his wife (Cate Blanchett.) At the North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Regional Branch Library, 5211 Tujunga Ave. North Hollywood. lapl.org/branches/north-hollywood
Sept. 7 — Anaheim: Car enthusiasts celebrate classic imports and coffee at Cars and Coffee Classics. There’s a “best of show” contest and vendors. 8 a.m. to noon on Center Street Promenade, downtown Anaheim. 201 W. Center Street Promenade. visitanaheim.org/event/cars-and-coffee-classics/3000
Sept. 7 — Riverside: Enjoy art for free at the Riverside Art Museum and the adjacent The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture with Free Summer Sundays. Noon to 5 p.m. Please RSVP. riversideartmuseum.org. 3425 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside.
Sept. 13-14 — Santa Ana: Fiestas Patrias celebrates Mexican Independence Day on Fourth Street and other downtown environs. The street fair, live music and cultural performances are all free. Carnival rides and food vendors are not free. Noon to 11 p.m. on Sept. 13 and noon to 10 p.m. on Sept. 14. Enjoy a parade at 11 a.m. Sunday. santa-ana.org/fiestas-patrias
Sept. 14 — Newport Beach: The city’s Summer Concert Series wraps up with high energy rock from O.C.-based Tijuana Dogs. The show runs from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the Newport Beach Civic Center Green. Bring low chairs, picnic and blankets. 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach visitnewportbeach.com/events/summer-concert-series-tijuana-dogs
Sept. 14 — East Los Angeles: The oldest and largest Latino parade in the U.S. starts at 10 a.m. at Cesar Chavez and Mednik avenues as part of the area’s Mexican Independence Day celebration. (The parade is broadcast live on KABC/7.) Festival starts at 11 a.m. Get there early, bring a hat and water and park for free at the East L.A. Civic Center, 4801 E. Third St., East L.A. Parade viewing and entrance to festival is at First St & South Mednik Avenue. eastla-parade.com
Sept. 14 — Ontario: How about a mystery tea party? Enjoy an afternoon with fellow mystery lovers while celebrating Cozy Mystery Day with delightful tea pairings and an exploration of charming whodunits as part of Sip and Sleuth. 2-3 p.m. at the Ovitt Family Community Library, 215 East C St., Ontario. ontarioca.gov/events/2025-09-14/sip-and-sleuth
Sept. 15 — Moreno Valley: The city’s El Grito Mexican Independence Day celebration features music, entertainment, kids’ activities and more. 6-10 p.m. Moreno Valley Civic Center Amphitheater, 14075 Frederick St. Moreno Valley. moval.org/parks-comm-svc/event-el-grito.html
Sept. 17 — Chatsworth: Learn how to make your own pan pipe, take it home and play it. This workshop for adults starts at 11 a.m. Chatsworth Branch Library, 21052 Devonshire St., Chatsworth. lapl.org/whats-on/events/adult-crafting-wednesdays-make-your-own-pan-pipe
Sept. 19 — Redlands: Celebrate the arrival of autumn with the Falling Into Fall fest at the Citrus Plaza Shopping Center Food Court. Activities include selfie photo booths, games, crafts and sample tastings. 3 to 5 p.m. 27320 West Lugonia Ave., Redlands eventbrite.com/e/falling-into-fall-tickets-1347133916809
Sept. 20 — Woodland Hills: Tenor Marco Antonio Lozano and soprano Christa Marine Stevens perform great arias from classical opera, plus more current songs. 1 p.m. at the Platt Branch Library, 23600 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills. lapl.org/whats-on/events/opera-singers-marco-and-marie-live-concert-platt-0
Sept. 27 — Simi Valley: Junk in the Trunk sale will feature more than 46 vendors with treasures, trinkets and more. Open to the public for free. Bring cash. Rain cancels. 8 a.m. to noon at Rancho Santa Susana Community Center Parking Lot, 5005-C Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley. rsrpd.org/recreation/events/fall_(september_-_november)/junk_in_the_trunk.php