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Culver City's summer festival returns this week, August 22nd through 24th, at Veterans Memorial Park. The annual event features live performances, carnival rides and games, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, and a vendor village showcasing local groups and artisan wares. Check out the full list of vendors on Fiesta La Ballona's website.
"There is no better time to come together as a community," said Culver City Mayor Dan O'Brien. "Our annual Party in the Park is a cherished tradition that brings our Culver City community together in celebration. We’re excited to welcome neighbors, friends, and visitors to enjoy this free event that showcases the spirit, talent, and culture that make Culver City so special.”
Admission is FREE! Carnival Ride Wristbands are still available for pre-sale until 9 PM Thursday night, August 21st.
Event Hours
- Friday, August 22, 2025 | 4 PM - 10 PM
- Saturday, August 23, 2025 | 12 PM - 10 PM
- Sunday, August 24, 2025 | 12 PM - 8 PM
Aquacade
Take a break from the heat at the Culver City Municipal Pool and plunge into recreational activities and a dive-in showing of Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom on Friday at 7:30 PM. Check out the full schedule of Aquacade events. Aquacade hours are 12 PM to 5 PM Saturday & Sunday and will include arts and crafts, inner tubes, lap swim and more!
Entertainment
Free live entertainment will be playing all Fiesta weekend on the main stage. Join us for a wide-variety of genres with plenty of room for dancing! Check out the full three page entertainment stage schedule.
Safety, Parking & Transportation
- The City of Culver City will have two entry points, both will have metal detectors and bags will be checked. Doors will open 30 minutes prior. The main entrance will be located off Culver Boulevard, with a second entrance at Barman Avenue.
- Attendees are encouraged to bike, walk, or take the bus to the event to avoid parking challenges!
- Free parking is available at the Sony Entertainment Overland Parking Structure located at Overland Avenue and Palm Court Way between Washington Boulevard and Culver Boulevard. Parking will be located on levels 2-5 with accessible parking available near the elevators on each level. Restrooms at the parking structure are located on level P-1. Limited accessible parking will also be available at parking lot #3 at Veterans Memorial Park.
- This year's shuttle bus hours of operation:
- Friday, August 22: 4:30 PM - 10 PM (service stopping at 11 PM)
- Saturday, August 23: 11 AM - 10 PM (service stopping at 11 PM)
- Sunday, August 24: 11 AM - 8 PM (service stopping at 9 PM)
- Bike Culver City will offer a secure bike valet for visitors who ride their bikes to the celebration. Bike valet entrance is located near the Culver Boulevard entrance.
- Culver CityBus provides bicycle racks on-board to encourage bike riding and public transportation. Please call (310) 253-6500 or go online for information about traveling to the event by bus.
- The Culver City Downtown Circulator provides a shuttle service to and from Veterans Memorial Park.
- Note: Veterans Memorial Park will be closed throughout the weekend during the event and will reopen on Monday.
Pets
Pets are not allowed in Veterans Memorial Park and only ADA-compliant, trained service dogs will be admitted.
More Information
For information about the event, activities, wristband rates and volunteer opportunities, please visit the Fiesta La Ballona website.
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