Things to Do in Echo Park

Two rooms: Echo (350) upstairs, Echoplex (800) down. Indie rock, Latin, DJ nights.

Two-venue complex in Echo Park. The Echo (350 capacity upstairs) books indie rock, electronic, and Latin acts. The Echoplex (800 capacity downstairs) takes bigger shows and dance nights. Funky Sole on Saturday and Dub Club on Wednesday are long-running weekly parties. One of the most important indie venues in LA.

1822 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 · Show nights, doors typically 8-9pm · indoor

Free. 575 acres near Dodger Stadium. Playgrounds, trails, wide-open fields.

575 acres of trails, playgrounds, wide-open fields, and picnic areas near Dodger Stadium. Multiple playground areas scattered throughout. Trails range from flat paved paths to moderate hill climbs. Less crowded than Griffith Park and closer to the Eastside. Free parking, free entry.

929 Academy Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90012 · Daily 5am-10:30pm · outdoor · Ages 0+

Pedal boat and swan boat rentals on Echo Park Lake with the downtown skyline as a backdrop. $15 for 30 minutes. The lotus bed blooms spectacularly in July. The surrounding park path is free for walking, jogging, and people-watching. A low-key afternoon for couples or families.

751 N Echo Park Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026 · Tue-Sun 10am-5pm (seasonal hours vary) · outdoor

Clean, well-maintained self-service laundromat in Echo Park with commercial washers and dryers in multiple sizes. Offers wash-and-fold drop-off service for those who prefer to leave it. Part of a small local chain with additional locations in East LA and Hyperion Ave. Open early to late for convenience.

1448 N Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90026 · Daily 6am-10pm · indoor