Previous Events
The station hosts a rotating collection of unique events, cutting edge performances, evocative music, unprecedented art exhibitions and thought-provoking cultural programing showcasing the diversity of entertainers, artists and innovators throughout Los Angeles.
Camp Flog Gnaw Shuttles
Saturday, November 16 to Sunday, November 17, 2024
Shuttles to Camp Flog Gnaw will be located at Union Station West off Alameda Street.
9th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Monday, November 25, 2024
Join Los Angeles Union Station and celebrate the holiday season with the 9th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place on Monday, November 25, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Ticket Concourse.
Additional InformationDodger Stadium Express – Ticketed Dodgers Celebration
Friday, November 1, 2024
Go Metro to the ticketed Celebration at Dodger Stadium on Friday, November 1st by connecting with the Dodger Stadium Express at Union Station.
Additional InformationWhere You Stand: Chinatown 1880-1939
(你所處的位置: 唐人街 1880 年至 1939 年)
Wednesday, November 1, 2023 to Sunday, October 27, 2024
Union Station stands at the site of Los Angeles’ original Chinatown. This once vibrant community of families, businesses, and associations with roots going back to the middle of the 19th century was a place where residents persisted, grew rapidly, and thrived. Where You Stand: Chinatown 1880 to 1939 invites participants into the center of the vibrant community through a multi-dimensional experience.
Additional InformationScare You Next Year!
We are sorry to announce that Boonion Station will not be happening this year due to the current restoration and beautification of the South Patio. Have a fun and safe Halloween – we will see you next year!
Metrolink Hispanic Heritage Month Musical Performance
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Join Metrolink for one-of-a kind musical performances and giveaways in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm in the Waiting Room.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Last Repair Shop
Saturday, September 7, 2024
Join Metro Art Presents on September 7, 2024, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm for a free screening of The Last Repair Shop including a conversation and live musical performance. Watch the Academy Award®-winning documentary short about L.A.’s craftspeople who keep the city’s music alive.
CA Preservation Foundation: Doors Open CA
Sunday, September 15, 2024
Visit Los Angeles Union Station as it celebrates 85 years. Enjoy behind-the-scenes “hidden gems” tours including the Ticket Concourse and the former Fred Harvey Restaurant. The 90-minute tours, led by Los Angeles Conservancy, will take place at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm. Registration is required.
Additional InformationRail Safety: Los Angeles
Saturday - Sunday, September 21 - 22, 2024
You’re invited to attend Rail Safety: Los Angeles, the largest railroad safety event in more than a decade, as a part of Rail Safety Month presented by San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society (SBRHS) with presenting partners Los Angeles Union Station, Metro, Metrolink, and Amtrak. This free, two-day event will take place on Track 15 at Los Angeles Union Station on Saturday, 21 and Sunday, 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Salsa Night
Saturday, September 28, 2024
Join Metro Art Presents on September 28, 2024 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm for an unforgettable evening of salsa dance and music. Enjoy a live performance by the dynamic band, La Verdad, led by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Gabriel Gonzalez. Start your evening off with dance lessons led by instructors Laroye Aña and Jhesus Aponte!
Additional InformationRare Books LA Antiquarian Book Fair
Saturday - Sunday, October 5 - 6, 2024
All routes lead to Los Angeles’ historic Union Station for Rare Books LA. Presenting leading specialists in antiquarian books, ephemera, and map, this exciting event takes place October 5 and 6, 2024, in the historic Ticket Concourse at Union Station.
Additional InformationUnion Station Shuttle Service for P!nk Summer Carnival
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2024
Union Station shuttle service for the P!NK Summer Carnival 2024 concert will operate out of Patsaouras Plaza, Bus Bay 9 at Union Station East. Service will start 120 minutes before the event, throughout the event and up to 45 minutes after the end of the event.
Additional InformationNESCAFÉ Gold Espresso
Friday, August 16, 2024 from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
NESCAFÉ Gold Espresso presents the Ultimate Espresso Device. Visit us to score free coffee and NESCAFÉ Gold goodies as you catch the unveiling. See you there!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights at Union Station
Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Join KCRW and Metro Art on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the historic Union Station Ticket Concourse in downtown L.A. for a night of music with L.A.-based band The South Hill Experiment. Catch their grooves in one of L.A.’s architectural jewels.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights at Union Station
Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Join KCRW and Metro Art for a night of music at the historic Union Station Ticket Concourse in downtown L.A. Enjoy sets from KCRW DJs Jeremy Sole and Chris Douridas, grab a bite and swing by pop up bars as you dance the night away in one of LA’s architectural jewels.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KJazz Tracks at Union Station
Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 7:30 PM to 11:00 PM
Three energetic performances will bring an unforgettable evening of live jazz music to the heart of Downtown Los Angeles during Jazz Appreciation Month on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 7:30-11pm in the Union Station Historic Ticket Concourse.
Additional InformationSociety Fashion Week at Union Station
Friday, March 22 to Sunday, March 24, 2024
Immerse yourself in the excitement of Los Angeles Fashion Week with access to the most coveted shows, exclusive perks and unforgettable after parties. Get ready to make a stylish statement and be part of the fashion spectacle that defines the industry with a highly curated schedule representing fashion houses from Los Angeles and around the world.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents “Geoff Mcfetridge: Drawing a Life”
February 23, 2024 from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
On February 23, Metro Art Presents will host a free screening of Geoff McFetridge: Drawing a Life in Union Station’s historic ticketing hall. The film is a poetic and intimate look into the life and work of one of the most visionary artists of his time, while also exploring the universal questions of what makes a fulfilling life.
Additional InformationCelebrating In Our Ancestors’ Footsteps
February 15, 2024 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Join Metro Art on February 15, 2024 for a celebration of the exhibition, Where You Stand: Chinatown 1880 to 1939. Kicking off with a dynamic performance of a traditional lion dance by local students of the East Wind Foundation, the event continues with an exhibition walk-through led by Metro Art.
Additional InformationUncorked: LA Wine Fest
January 27, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Uncorked: LA is back for the 8th annual event at Los Angeles Union Station. Sip and savor over 100 wines and bubblies plus enjoy local food trucks, live music, a DJ, game lounge, 360 photo booth and more! This event benefits the nonprofit organization A Kid Again.
Additional InformationWest Coast Taco & Beer Festival
January 20, 2024 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
Eat, sip, repeat! The West Coast Taco & Beer Festival is back in 2024 with the first stop at Los Angeles Union Station with two sessions featuring dozens of breweries, beverage and taco vendors, mini golf and two DJ areas. Tickets include bottomless taco and beer samples.
10th Annual Prohibition NYE
December 31, 2023 at 9:00 PM
Prohibition NYE with KCRW invite guests to ring in the New Year at the iconic Union Station in Downtown Los Angeles with CHROMEO (DJ set) headlining.
Upcoming Metrolink, Amtrak And Pacific Surfliner Travel Advisories
Tuesday, December 26 to Friday, December 29, 2023
Please be advised of the following important information from Metrolink, Amtrak and Pacific Surfliner regarding travel advisories for the train service shutdown from December 26 to 29, 2023.
Holiday Tree and Decorations
November 21, 2023 to December 25, 2023 from 8 AM to 8 PM Daily
Happy Holidays from Los Angeles Union Station! Enjoy the spirit of the holiday season by visiting the majestic 30-foot tree on the South Patio, open from 8am to 8pm daily*. Wander throughout the iconic landmark to experience additional merry moments and holiday lights from November 21 to December 25, 2023. *times are subject to change.
Additional InformationThe Salvation Army Band At Union Station
November 27, 2023 to December 22, 2023
Hear the The Salvation Band play in the Passenger Concourse at the end of the Passageway!
Additional Information8th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Monday, November 20, 2023 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM
Join Los Angeles Union Station and celebrate the holiday season with the 8th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place on Monday, November 20, 2023 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM in the South Patio.
Additional InformationHanukkah Menorah Display
Friday, November 22, 2024 to Friday, January 3, 2025
Happy Hanukkah! Wishing you health, peace, and joyful memories during the Festival of Lights.
Additional InformationMetro Art X Silkroad Present: Railroad Roots
Monday, November 13, 2023 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM
An unforgettable night of captivating stories and soul-stirring melodies with Rhiannon Giddens, Lisa See, and members of the Silkroad Ensemble.
Boonion Station
A Frightfully Fun Family-Friendly Halloween Haunt
October 28, 2023 from 11am to 5pm
Join Los Angeles Union Station for the 5th annual Boonion Station: a frightfully fun family-friendly Halloween haunt. Activities include face painting, dancing, costume contests, crafts, a one-of-a-kind trick-or-treating experience and more!
Additional InformationRare Books Antiquarian Book Fair
All aboard for the first antiquarian book fair at Los Angeles’ historic Union Station!
October 7th & October 8th, 2023
All aboard for the first antiquarian book fair at Los Angeles’ historic Union Station! Presenting leading specialists in antiquarian books, ephemera and map, this exciting event takes place on October 7th and 8th in the historic Ticket Concourse, the backdrop for numerous classic films and television shows as well as the 93rd Oscars in 2021.
Additional InformationThe Yellow Car And Los Angeles
TAKE A FREE TOUR of the Yellow Car Exhibition and Historic Union Station
Monday, November 21, 2022 | Ongoing
The Yellow Car and Los Angeles, an original exhibition organized by Metro Art and featuring materials sourced from the Metro Transportation Library and Archive, highlights the Yellow Cars of Los Angeles Railway Corporation (or LARy, for short) and LA’s early buses to offer a fond look back at Los Angeles transit history.
Additional InformationDodger Stadium Express – 2023
Go Metro with the Dodger Stadium Express
March 2023
The Dodger Stadium Express is a “free service” that runs 90 minutes before the start of the game until 45 minutes after the final out or 20 minutes after the end of any post-game event. Union Station service will operate out of Union Station West, in front of Homebound Brew Haus, adjacent to Alameda Street.
Additional InformationLos Angeles Police Department Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Friday, September 29th from 10am to 1pm
Los Angeles Union Station presents the Los Angeles Police Department mariachi performances in recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The event will feature a performance by Mariachi Los Servidores in Union Station’s Ticket Concourse. All ages are welcome to come out and join this one-of-a-kind cultural celebration.
Train Festival 2023
A Celebration of Past, Present and Future
Saturday & Sunday, September 9th & 10th from 10 am to 6 pm
All aboard! Train Festival returns to Los Angeles Union Station to celebrate the past, present and future of train travel with activations and programs throughout the iconic Los Angeles landmark.
Additional InformationFramework Presents Knee Deep In Sound
Featuring Hot Since 82 And Juliet Mendoza
Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 9pm
Framework presents Knee Deep in Sound featuring famed British producer and DJ Hot Since 82 with support from Juliet Mendoza in a special 4-hour set.
Mapping Performance: 10 Years Of Metro Art Presents
June 24 & 25, 2023
Metro Art Presents will commemorate 10 years of arts and cultural programming inspired by the greater Los Angeles area and the people it serves each day.
Additional InformationMetro Celebrates “Fleet Week”
May 20, 2023 at 8:00 pm
Fleet week is an annual event open to the public that honors the contributions and service of the men and women of the United States Armed Forces while advancing cooperation and knowledge among civilian and military based personnel.
Additional InformationMetro Art Journeys By Bike: Community Ride To Exposition Park
May 27, 2023 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Join Metro Art and Metro Bike Share for a special multimodal community ride celebrating Bike Month through art! Journeys by Bike is a free community ride hosted in collaboration with Metro Art. The ride will begin at Union Station and showcases the newly installed exhibition “Journeys Continued: LA Communities Through the Eyes of Artists.”
Free COVID-19 Testing
Ends Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The last day for the testing site will be on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. It will be permanently closed starting on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE) in partnership with Curogram is offering free PCR COVID-19 testing at Union Station East only.
Additional InformationAmtrak Career Expo
January 26, 2023 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
This event will provide an opportunity to connect with hiring managers and human resources professionals, receive important resources, get questions answered, and take home some Amtrak swag.
Additional InformationDiscovering Union Station
Hosted by Naz Perez, the comprehensive behind-the-scenes video explores the history, hidden gems and architectural highlight throughout this iconic downtown destination and features:
Chicanx Art Tour Of DTLA
December 11, 2023 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Metro Bike Share and Metro Art on December 11 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for a bilingual (English & Spanish) community ride featuring the Chicanx Art Tour of DTLA.
Additional InformationBesame Mucho Festival
Union Station is excited to service a shuttle for the Dodger Stadium x Besame Mucho festival.
Saturday, December 3, 2022
Union Station is excited to service a shuttle for the Dodger Stadium x Besame Mucho festival.
Additional InformationSalvation Army Band at Union Station
December 23, 2022
Hear the The Salvation Band play in the Passenger Concourse at the end of the Passageway!
Holiday Tree Lighting
Union Station is Aglow for the Holidays
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The iconic Union Station will become a hub for the holidays on Tuesday, Nov. 29, at 6:30 pm, summoning the sights and sounds of the season with the 7th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony under the stars in the Station’s South Patio.
Additional Information9th Annual Prohibition NYE
Ring in the New Year with Prohibition NYE at Union Station!
Saturday, December 31, 2022 from 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Welcome to the New Roaring Twenties. For its 9th year, Prohibition NYE with KCRW will return to the iconic Union Station and bring back the excitement and glamour of this fabulous decade.
Additional InformationUncorked: LA Wine Festival
Uncorked: LA Wine Fest at Union Station!
January 28, 2023 from 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Enjoy over 150 wines and bubblies from across the globe along with some "outside the bottle" beverage options, favorite local food trucks, a DJ, live band, photo booth and more!
Additional InformationHoliday Tree and Light Display
November 21, 2022 to December 28, 2022
Visit the Holiday Tree and Light Display in the South Patio!
Additional InformationElton John: Farewell Yellow Brick Road The Final Tour
November 19, 2022 &, November 20, 2022
Union Station is excited to service a shuttle for the Dodger Stadium x Elton John concert.
Boonion Station
October 29, and Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 11am to 5pm
This Halloween season, the Station’s South Patio will be the scene of a fiendishly fun festival of ghosts and goblins at the 4th annual Boonion Station, a free, two-day, family-friendly extravaganza at the historic downtown destination.
Greyhound Opens New Location at Union Station
Join us at Union Station as Greyhound create a more seamless transportation experience for customers transferring to intercity buses, Amtrak, Metrolink or Beeline services.
Additional InformationChicanx Art Tour Of DTLA
October 15, 2022 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join Metro Bike Share and Metro Art on December 11 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm for a bilingual (English & Spanish) community ride featuring the Chicanx Art Tour of DTLA.
Additional InformationWhomadewho (Live), With Bora Uzer
October 8, 2022 from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am
Check out WhoMadeWho, the Copenhagen-based experimental pop trio, performing live with internationally known singer/songwriter Bora Uzer in the Union Station Ticket Concourse.
Additional InformationESPNLA Broadcast With Sedano And Kap
August 24, 2022 from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m
Homebound, the Dodger-loving Brew Haus at Los Angeles Union Station, is hosting a live ESPNLA broadcast with Jorge Sedano and Scott Kaplan from Sedano and Kap.
Additional InformationUnion Station Featured In The Bachelorette
July 18, 2022
This original composition by Nailah Hunter is inspired by the morning light in Union Station’s historic Ticketing Hall, the luminous anticipation one feels before embarking on a long journey and what that might sound like.
Metro Art Presents Summertime
June 24, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
Get in the summer spirit at the next Metro Art Presents event featuring a live activation of the magical-realist, LA-loving and transit-centric film Summertime at Union Station through poetry performance, live music and more.
Doors Open California
June 11, 2022 and June 12, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m
Union Station Los Angeles is pleased to participate in Doors Open California from the California Preservation Foundation, a two-day celebration of architecture and culture.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Dorian Wood: Xavela Lux Aeterna
June 20, 2022 at 8pm | Doors open at 8pm. Concert begins 8:30pm.
Metro Art Presents a live concert by Los Angeles-based Dorian Wood. Xavela Lux Aeterna I is a chamber orchestra tribute to legendary Costa Rican and Mexican singer Chavela Vargas (1919-2012).
Riding LA
February 7, 2022 - Open During Operating Hours
Union station in partnership with los angeles railroad heritage foundation presents riding la, a history of passenger service in the city of los angeles
Additional InformationMETRO ART X KJAZZ PRESENT JAZZ TRACKS AT UNION STATION
April 24, 2022 from 2pm to 5:30pm
Metro Art Presents, in collaboration with KJAZZ, is excited to present the second installment of Jazz Tracks at Union Station, in celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, featuring
Additional InformationUnion Station Train Talk
April 14, 2022, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Union station in partnership with the los angeles railroad heritage foundation to host train talk, a history of passenger service in the city of los angeles
Additional InformationMETRO ART PRESENTS DEEP ROUTES WITH DUBLAB
A free, all-ages event at Union Station all about the Deep Routes radio series
May 7, 2022 from 4-8pm
On May 7 at Union Station, hear from and experience spectrum of voices featured in the first 6 episodes the dublab and Metro Art radio documentary series Deep Routes– along with sneak peeks into the upcoming season! Featuring an array of voices,
Additional InformationPlate by Plate
March 19, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Project by Project will host its annual tasting benefit Plate by Plate at Union Station featuring a curated list of unlimited tastings and sips of cocktails from LA's favorite restaurants and beverage purveyors, all to benefit Asian Americans and the Environment.
Additional InformationClock Tower Comedy
March 12, 2022 from 6:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m.
For one night only, Union Station presents Clock Tower Comedy, an extraordinary evening of stand-up along with culinary creations and signature cocktails from the Station’s own Traxx Bar & Restaurant.
Additional InformationUncorked: LA Wine Festival
January 29, 2022 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm:
Uncorked Wine Festivals returns to L.A. for the 6th annual Uncorked: LA Wine Fest at Union Station. Enjoy over 150 wines from across the globe, gourmet local food trucks, a live band, DJ and more!
Homebound Brew Haus
The Brew is Back!
Established in 2018, Homebound Brew Haus (previously Imperial Western) is now open in the former Fred Harvey Restaurant, marking a new era of imbibing at Union Station.
Additional InformationJazz Nights at Traxx
December 3, 2021 - December 17, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Traxx is now serving up their signature cocktails and divine dishes with a side of jazz. Stop in for live jazz on Friday's!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents X On The Move Riders Program Raised On Records With Deke Dickerson + The Whippersnappers
December 17, 2021 from 12pm to 1pm
Metro’s On the Move Riders Program and Metro Art Presents are proud to bring you their latest installment of Raised on Records, a holiday edition, as we welcome back an annual tradition through this live-streamed virtual concert event.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Poetry O’Click
A poetry exchange pop-up in the historic Union Station Information Booth
December 10, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Metro’s On the Move Riders Program and Metro Art Presents are proud to bring you their latest installment of Raised on Records, a holiday edition, as we welcome back an annual tradition through this live-streamed virtual concert event.
Additional InformationUnion Station Holiday Festival & Artisan Market
Making your list...checking it twice?
December 4, 2021 from 10:00 am to 5:00pm
Metro’s On the Move Riders Program and Metro Art Presents are proud to bring you their latest installment of Raised on Records, a holiday edition, as we welcome back an annual tradition through this live-streamed virtual concert event.
Additional InformationHoliday Tree Lighting
Union Station Glows Again!
November 30, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.
We're summoning the sights and sounds of the season with the Annual Tree Lighting under the stars and snow on the station’s South Patio.
Additional InformationBroken News
October 12 - October 29, 2021
The Chinese American Museum, Chinese Historical Society of Southern California and Metro Art are co-presenting an exhibition titled Broken News in Union Station through October 29.
Additional InformationBoonion Station
Boonion Station Is Back...with A Frightfully Fun, Family-friendly Halloween Hoopla.
October 30, 2021 - October 31, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The iconic Union Station South Patio will once again become a ghoulishly gleeful garden of goblins at the 3rd annual Boonion Station, a free two-day, family-friendly Halloween hoopla.
Additional InformationStarbucks Pickup
Mon - Fri 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sat - Sun 6 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Its Starbucks streamlined! Download and place your order on the mobile app (Location: Union Station East Portal), check the café status board on arrival, and pick up and go! Now there’s nothing standing between you and your coffee.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Flora Urbana – A Soundscape By Green-House
Part of An Environmental Music Series from Metro Art and Leaving Records
July 26, 2021 - August 26, 2021
Flora Urbana is an exploration of the anthropogenic environments in which we live. With the intention to dissolve the illusory barriers between humans and nature, Green-House utilized field recordings of small pockets of “natural” sounds as they walked through densely populated city parks.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Palmy, The Sidewalk Palm Tree – A Soundscape By The Growth Eternal
Part of An Environmental Music Series from Metro Art and Leaving Records
June 25, 2021 - July 25, 2021
Palmy is a little palm tree. And they're growing up, just like you! This song is about both of you growing up. Palmy wrote it after they saw you walking by them. You were on your way to Union Station. Does Palmy's song sound like a journey to Union Station to you?
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents To All Trains – A Soundscape By Celia Hollander
Part of An Environmental Music Series from Metro Art and Leaving Records
August 26, 2021 - September 26, 2021
"To All Trains" takes its inspiration from Union Station as the largest railroad terminal hub in the western part of the U.S. with approximately 110,000 people passing through every day. The piece begins by exploring the perspectives of being an individual navigating a crowd while simultaneously viewing the organized chaos of a swarm from a distance, such as observing a beehive
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents X Leaving Records Listen To Music Outside In The Daylight At Union Station
August 28, 2021 from 4:30pm to Sunset
In 2021, Metro Art Presents teamed up with Los Angeles-based Leaving Records to ask four artists who draw inspiration from the natural landscape to create original music soundscapes evoking experiences of nature and transportation in Los Angeles, with Union Station at its center.
Additional InformationPlantopia
July 31, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
America’s obsession with houseplants is rolling into DTLA when Union Stations hosts Plantopia, a Plant and Pottery Marketplace for L.A's community of Plant Nerds, Plant Parents and ‘Hoarder Culturists’.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Play On
Nightly at 7pm Beginning The Week of July 19th, 2021
To celebrate the summer reopening of the much-loved (and always played) public piano at Union Station, Metro Art Presents has curated a back-to-back week of virtual pop-up piano performances highlighting a range of Los Angeles based musicians.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents X The Autry Versos Y Besos With Las Colibrí
June 9th, 2021 at 7pm
All-female ensemble Mariachi Las Colibrí is the centerpiece of this original Mother’s Day performance of Versos y Besos (verses and kisses), which reimagines living archives and women’s history linking poetry, place and sound.
Additional InformationDeep Connections
Passageway Art Gallery Photo Exhibit Debuts At Union Station
“Deep Connections,” a new photo exhibition featuring the otherworldly black and white images of artist Ken Karagozian, is now on display in the Passageway Art Gallery. For the first time ever, Gallery images will also be accessible online.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Baggage , A New Dance Film By Jay Carlon With Musician Alex Wand
A New Dance Film By Jay Carlon With Musician Alex Wand
METRO ART PRESENTS BAGGAGE
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Waiting In The Light Soundscape
March 1-April 26, 2021
The original composition by Nailah Hunter is inspired by the morning light in Union Station’s historic Ticketing Hall, the luminous anticipation one feels before embarking on a long journey and what that might sound like.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Moving Through: A Month Of Dance And Movement
April 1, 2021 - April 22, 2021
Metro Art Presents Moving Through, a monthlong series of dance and movement for times of change, in collaboration with Pieter Performance Space.
Additional InformationT-Shirt Design Contest Finalists
March 18, 2021 - April 5, 2021
This original composition by Nailah Hunter is inspired by the morning light in Union Station’s historic Ticketing Hall, the luminous anticipation one feels before embarking on a long journey and what that might sound like.
Union Station Los Angeles Hosts The 93rd Oscars
April 25, 2021
Union Station Los Angeles will host the 93rd Oscars on Sunday, April 25, 2021, televised live on ABC at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. The Station will remain open to transit riders throughout the event and riders will be able to access all bus, rail, Metrolink, Amtrak and private transportation providers.
Metro Art Presents: Bob Baker Day Meets Union Station
March 7, 2021
In celebration of the 7th annual Bob Baker Day, Metro Art Presents collaborated with the world-renowned Los Angeles puppetry organization, Bob Baker Marionette Theater, on a virtual premiere featuring its beloved puppets performing throughout historic Union Station.
Additional InformationThe Queen’s Gambit At Union Station
Through January 11, 2021
After taking her place at the table, The Queen’s Gambit’s Beth Harmon is now taking over Union Station. Open in the Ticket Concourse until January 11th
Additional InformationUnion Station Illuminated
Through December 29, 2020
The station's iconic South Patio is adorned with thousands of glistening lights and festive gingerbread houses to celebrate the season.
Holiday Sound Tracks
Celebrate the unique 2020 holiday season with these reimagined performances
Acclaimed LA band Las Cafeteras and fan favorites Mostly Kosher bring their diverse and quintessentially So Cal sounds to Union Station’s virtual performance experience Holiday Sound Tracks this season. The event is in collaboration with Metro Arts Presents.
Additional InformationTinsel on the Tracks
December 2020
Union Station is taking its wildly popular tree lighting ceremony to Angelenos this year via Tinsel on the Tracks, a reimagined holiday experience.
Additional InformationUnion Station Photo Contest Winners
December 2020
Union Station is taking its wildly popular tree lighting ceremony to Angelenos this year via Tinsel on the Tracks, a reimagined holiday experience.
Additional InformationUnion Station Vote Center
October 24, 2020 - November 3, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m
Union Station has been designated as a Vote Center for the 2020 Presidential General Election.
Additional InformationLA Sound Traxx
LA Sound Traxx, features acclaimed singer and songwriter LA Marisoul rounds out Union Station Summer Sessions taking viewers on a monthlong virtual exploration of some of LA’s most compelling artists, all experienced from your TV, laptop or mobile phone in the comfort of your own home.
Additional InformationDance Battle Showcase
The Dance Battle Showcase is the second in a series of Union Station Summer Sessions taking viewers on a monthlong virtual exploration of some of LA’s most compelling artists, all experienced from your TV, laptop or mobile phone in the comfort of your own home.
Additional InformationMad For Magic
Mad For Magic is the first in a series of Union Station Summer Sessions taking viewers on a monthlong virtual exploration of some of LA’s most compelling artists, all experienced from your TV, laptop or mobile phone in the comfort of your own home.
Additional InformationUnion Station Summer Sessions
Union Station Summer Sessions, hosted by TV producer, podcaster and on-air personality Naz Perez, takes viewers on a virtual exploration of some of LA’s most compelling artists performing from awe-inspiring spaces throughout the iconic downtown landmark.
Additional InformationLos Angeles Union Station COVID-19 Update
Los Angeles Union Station is open to the general public to visit and to enjoy the architecture and history of L.A.’s iconic landmark.
Additional InformationPostponted – Metro Art Presents Weaving Wisdom
April 17, 2020 from 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Metro Art has postponed the dance and music performance Weaving Wisdom.
Additional InformationPostponed – Metro Art Presents: Rush Hour Concert With Akua
Postponed Event: Friday, March 13th, 2020
Metro Art has postponed the Rush Hour Concert with Akua scheduled for Friday March 13 at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Rush Hour Concert With Healing Gems
March 6, 2020 from 4pm to 6pm
Metro Art has postponed the dance and music performance Weaving Wisdom.
Additional InformationLove Yourself Beauty Bar
February 14, 2020 from 1pm - 6pm
Valentine's Day Pop-Up Beauty Space Offering Free 15-Minute Makeovers, Putting Guest at the Center of Their Own Love Story
Metro Art Presents: Rush Hour Concert With Thee Sinseers
February 13, 2020 from 4pm – 6pm
Metro Art Presents an exclusive pre-Valentine’s Day concert featuring the soulful sounds of Thee Sinseers.
Additional InformationArt & Architecture Tour
January 12, 2020, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Led by Metro Art Docents, the free tour covers Union Station art, architecture and spaces not generally open to the public, including the Historic Ticketing Hall.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With Quitapenas
December 20, 2019 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
California natives QUITAPENAS will bring a tropical Latin heat to the cool holiday season at the station’s final Cocoa Concert, in collaboration with Metro Arts Presents.
Additional InformationCocoa Concerts
November 21, 2019 - December 20, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Celebrate the Season at Union Station with a month-long series of festive holiday concerts on the majestic South Patio.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With The Hi-Fi Honeydrops
December 13, 2019 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
‘Tis the season for the swinging sounds of the Hi-Fi Honeydrops, slated to rock Union Station’s 3rd Cocoa Concert of the season on Friday, Dec. 13, at 6:30 p.m. on the South Patio, in collaboration with Metro Art Presents.
Cocoa Concert With Conganas
December 6, 2019 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
California natives QUITAPENAS will bring a tropical Latin heat to the cool holiday season at the station’s final Cocoa Concert, in collaboration with Metro Arts Presents.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Waking Life
November 15, 2019 from 8pm to 10pm
This screening is of 'Walking Life' is free and open to the public. Special guest introduction by Filmmaker and animator Andy Tamandl, who has worked on over 30 film and television projects, including the animated series “Fast & Furious: Spy Racers,” coming soon on Netflix.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Adventures Of Prince Achmed
November 1, 2019 from 8pm to 10pm
Metro Art Los Angeles is pleased to present “The Adventures of Prince Achmed,” (1926, 66 min, Dir. Lotte Reigniger) with live music provided by Gamelan Merdu Kumala, as the first installment of our animated film series at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Ghosts Of Union Station – Halloween Art Tour
October 20, 2019 from 4pm to 6pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles as we travel through the historic halls of Union Station for spooktacular journey led by Independent Shakespeare Co. in honor of Halloween.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Song Of The Sea
October 4, 2019 from 8pm to 10pm
Metro Art Los Angeles is pleased to present “Song of the Sea,” (2015, 93 min, Dir. Tomm Moore) as the first in an all-new film screening series featuring animated films at Union Station.
Additional InformationRetrocade Experience
September 28, 2019 from 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m
Retrocade is back by popular demand. Union Station guests can step back in time for the ultimate arcade rewind featuring over 50 cabinet games from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.
Retro Roller Rink
August 24 2019 from 12pm –9 pm; Sunday, August 25, 20119 from 4pm to 9pm
The rocking roller disco is the ultimate summer escape and will feature retro DJs spinning both classic dance grooves from the 70s, 80s to today’s top pop hits. Skating phenoms the L.A. Roller Girls will be performing throughout the events and will be on hand to offer tips and tricks to even the most novice skaters.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Capoeira Exchange X
August 18, 2019 from 12pm to 3pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming the Capoeira Exchange for an afternoon of movement and music as we explore the beautiful, entrancing practice of capoeira.
Metro Art Presents: Movements At Union Station #3 | La Junta
August 9, 2019 from 8pm to 11pm
The third and final installment of "Movements at Union Station" featuring La Junta! Join us for luscious, danceable grooves underneath the night sky complemented with visual projections at one of LA's majestic landmarks.
Additional InformationNational Night Out
August 6, 2019 from 5pm to 8pm
Union Station will partner with the Los Angeles Police Department on National Night Out, an evening of fun family-focused activities to bring neighbors together.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Movements At Union Station #2 | Heat-Wave
August 2, 2019 from 8pm to 11pm
The second installment of "Movements at Union Station" featuring Heat-Wave with special-guest DJ Norio!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Movements At Union Station #1 | Juju
July 26, 2019 from 8pm to 1pm
Metro Art Presents is thrilled to announce "Movements at Union Station," an all-new series featuring three different Los Angeles based DJ collectives!
Additional InformationMagic And Mystery At Union Station
Roll Into Summer With a Spellbinding showcase of L.A.’s world-class magicians.
July 20, 2019 from 6pm to 9pm
For one evening only, guest can enjoy Magic & Mystery at Union Station, featuring a variety of magic styles, from “close magic” to the work of awe-inspiring mentalists and illusionists.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Salsa Night At Union Station
July 5, 2019 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Turn up the heat, put on your dancing shoes and join us for a night of Salsa under the stars featuring live music by Son Mayor, Rumbankete and SitaraSon.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Poet Is In
June 28, 2019 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Metro Art Los Angeles is pleased to present the second Los Angeles “The Poet is In,” an interactive poetry exchange at Union Station inspired by a program originally conceived by poet Marie Howe and produced by MTA Arts and Design (New York).
Additional InformationMetro Art And LACMA Present: Daniel Rotem Quartet
June 16 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Metro Art is excited to partner with LACMA for a co-presentation of events in honor of artist Charles White; the subject of two current LACMA exhibitions commemorating his life. For this presentation, we are excited to partner with LACMA to bring their popular jazz series to Union Station. Featuring the Daniel Rotem Quartet, the program celebrates the music of the "wise one," John Coltrane.
Additional InformationDTLA Donut Fest
June 8, 2019, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Union Station is taking guests into the center of the donut renaissance with a one-day edible exploration of L.A.’s favorite pastry at the 2nd Annual DTLA Donut Fest.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Listen To Music Outside In The Daylight At Union Station
May 19th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Metro Art Presents is excited to partner with Leaving Records to bring this special series of outdoor environmental music concerts to Union Station. Free, all ages are welcome.
Union Station 80th Anniversary Celebration
May 3rd & Saturday, May 4th 2019
L.A.'s iconic Union Station turns 80 this May. The largest train terminal in the Western United States opened eight decades ago in May 1939.
Additional InformationFree Cone Day At Ben & Jerry’s
April 9, 2019 from 12pm to 8pm
Ben & Jerry's is partnering with LAPD Transit Services Division to raise awareness and support for Go Be the 1, a non-profit who works to bring communities together to bridge the gap between homeless individuals.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: DTLA Jazz Tracks At Union Station
Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 4pm to 9pm
In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, Metro Art has partnered with KJazz 88.1 FM to present Jazz Tracks at Union Station, an extraordinary evening of free live jazz showcasing the next generation of artists, headlined by acclaimed jazz trumpeter Christian Scott.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: 10 Hr Bach Marathon Concert With See/Hear LA
March 16, 2019 from 9am to 8pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles and See/Hear L.A. welcome an array of diverse musicians for a jam-packed day of music in honor of the one and only Johann Sebastian Bach during Los Angeles' annual 10 hr Bach marathon.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Bloco Obini
March 1, 2019 from 4pm to 6pm
Join us as we welcome Bloco Obini for a special, musical procession throughout Union Station in honor of Brazilian Carnaval.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: All Visual L.A.
February 16th from 8:30 to 9:30 pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles as we welcome, All Visual LA to one of Los Angeles' most grand architectural gems for an ALL NEW slideshow spectacular featuring scenes of architecture, street life and other public spaces.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Union Station Kind Of Love
February 14, 2019 from 78m to 10pm
Fall in love at Union Station this Valentine’s Day with a night of throwback harmony, doo-wop and soul music.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Josh Johnson Rush Hour Concert
February 1, 2019 from. 4pm to 9pm
Metro Art Los Angeles invites you to the first official rush hour concert of the year. Join us as we welcome Josh Johnson to Union Station's waiting room.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With Lil’ Mo And The Dynaflos
December 21, 2018 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Lil' Mo and the Dynaflos bring their swinging sound to a sensational holiday season at Union Station with a rockin Cocoa Concert in collaboration with Metro Art Presents.
Cocoa Concert With The Lions
December 14, 2018 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Popular L.A. band The Lions roar into Union Station this holiday season and bring the rhythm of reggae to a Cocoa Concert in collaboration with Metro Art Presents.
Additional InformationRaised On Records Concert Series: The Lady Lucks
December 13, 2018 from 10am to 12pm
On the Move Riders Program and Metro Art Presents are proud to bring you their second installment of Raised on Records, a holiday edition.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With Môforró
December 7, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Join us as MôForró brings its infectious Brazilian rhythms to Union Station this holiday season with a hip-swiveling holiday dance party and Cocoa Concert in collaboration with Metro Art Presents.
Additional InformationUnion Station Tree Lighting And Cocoa Concert
November 29, 2018 at 6:30 p.m
Union Station will become a holiday hub o as it summons the sights and sounds of the season with the Annual Tree Lighting in the historic Ticket Concourse accompanied by a performance from the Grand Arts Chamber Singers and The Los Angeles Symphonic Winds.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Jonah Levine Collective
November 16, 2018 4:00 - 6:00pm
Join us as we welcome Grammy-nominated trombonist, pianist and composer Jonah Levine for a special rush hour concert.
Additional InformationBoonion Station Halloween
October 27 &, 28, 2018 from 12pm to 6pm
The South Patio will be transformed into a feverishly fun Boo Bash where guests are invited to don their most haunting or hilarious Halloween costumes and enjoy family-friendly activities.
Additional InformationFar Out: Movement Through Form And Color | Exhibition Art Tour
October 13, 2018 from 10:00 am - 11:00am
Our brand new exhibition Far Out: Movement through Form and Color features abstract artworks by six artists interpreting themes of energy, transition and movement and is on view through January 2019 in the passageway that accesses the rail platforms between Union Station East and West.
Additional InformationGrand Opening – Imperial Western Beer Co. And The Streamliner
October 11
Named after the legendary Southern Pacific train of the 1930’s, the new brewpub is situated in the iconic Art Deco-Navajo space formerly occupied by the storied Fred Harvey Restaurant and its opening marks a new era of dining and imbibing for commuters at the seminal travel hub.
Additional InformationUnion Station’s Retrocade Experience
September 22, 2018 from 11am to 9pm September 23, 2018 from 11am to 7pm
This two-day Free Play event will transport guests back in time for the ultimate arcade rewind. Union Station’s Retrocade Experience will feature over 40 cabinet games from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents – Changes: Works At Union Station
August 26, 2018 from 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Metro Art will transform the historic station into an interactive performance space with Changes: Works at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Fil…Mmm At Union Station – I Am Love
August 17, 2018 from 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Special guest Alessandro Ago, Director of Programming and Special Projects at USC School of Cinematic Arts, to introduce the film.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights – Raul Campos + Anthony Valadez
August 1, 2018 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
It's a Summer Nights dance party under the stars at one of L.A.'s most iconic landmarks!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Kcrw Summer Nights – Anne Litt + Dan Wilcox
August 3, 2018 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
It's a Summer Nights dance party under the stars at one of L.A.'s most iconic landmarks!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights | Travis Holcombe + Jason Bentley
July 27, 2018 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
It's a Summer Nights dance party under the stars at one of L.A.'s most iconic landmarks!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Salsa Night – La Picante
July 20, 2018 from 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Turn up the heat as one of Southern California’s most exciting and progressive salsa bands, LA Picante takes over one of Union Station’s most majestic spaces!
Additional InformationMetro Arts Presents: Capoeira Exchange
July 15, 2018 from 12:45 - 4:00pm
Join us for an afternoon of movement and music as we explore the beautiful, entrancing practice of Capoeira. Audience participation is welcome!
Additional InformationUnion Station Summer Train Fest
July 14, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
This summer, L.A.’s iconic downtown venue will set “Dreams in Motion” with an up-close look at the magic of train travel at Union Station’s Summer Train Fest.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Fil…Mmm At Union Station – City Of Gold
July 13, 2018 from 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Metro Art is pleased to present "City of Gold" (2015, 96 min, Dir. Laura Gabbert) as the second installment of our food film series, "Fil...mmm at Union Station."
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Floor Improv Day Three
June 24, 2018 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Experience the joy and magic of L.A.’s best artists coming together at the historic Union Station, to perform live and lead classes in diverse styles of dance, movement and music.
Additional InformationDTLA Donut Fest 2018
June 16, 2018 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a one-day edible exploration of L.A.’s favorite pastry at the first-ever DTLA Donut Festival at Union Station. The momentously mouthwatering event will showcase the donut in all its many guises: plain, glazed, and filled; traditional and new wave along with “donut-adjacent” treats including churros, apple fritters, and (of course) donut holes.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Fil…Mmm At Union Station – The Harvey Girls
June 15, 2018 from 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Metro Art is pleased to present “The Harvey Girls: Opportunity Bound,” (2013, 57 min, Dir. Katrina Parks) as the first installment of our food film series, "Fil...mmm at Union Station."
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Floor Improv Day Two
June 10, 2018 from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Experience the joy and magic of L.A.’s best artists coming together at the historic Union Station, to perform live and lead classes in diverse styles of dance, movement and music, culminating in the popular “The Floor Improv Jam!”
Additional InformationSummer Sessions 2018
June 7 - June 10,2018 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m
Acclaimed artist Alexa Meade will take over Union Station’s historic waiting room with an interactive art installation featuring an original 3D painting.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Floor Improv Day One
June 3, 2018 from 2pm to 5pm
Experience the joy and magic of L.A.’s best artists coming together at the historic Union Station, to perform live and lead classes in diverse styles of dance, movement and music, culminating in the popular “The Floor Improv Jam!”
Additional InformationMetro Art & Decibel Festival Present: Rival Consoles
May 18, 2018, from7:30pm to 10pm
Metro Art has partnered up with Decibel Festival to bring you a night of live, immersive electronic music from Rival Consoles, John Tejada, and Tottie in Union Station’s Historic Ticketing Hall on Friday, May 18th at 8pm.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Floral Portal
May 12, 2018 at 10am. through Sunday, May 13 12:30 p.m
In celebration of Mother’s Day, Los Angeles based artist Holly Vesecky has created an ephemeral botanical sculpture comprised of plants and flowers reflecting the architectural characteristics of Union Station.
Additional InformationSatoyama Photography Exhibition
May 1- May 31, 2018 from 4am to 1pm Daily
Union Station hosts Satoyama Photography Exhibition, an exploration of chef Yoshihiro Narisawa’s food culture built on the richness of the Japanese environment.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: North Patio #3 [Shenkar / Randy Gloss / Jim Santi Owen / Neel Agrawal ]
April 22, 2018 at 2:00pm - 5:30pm
A music performance series over the course of three Sunday afternoons inspired by and taking place on the North Patio, one of Union Station’s most intimate, verdant courtyard spaces that was originally designed as an outdoor waiting room in 1939.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: North Patio #2 [El Rio]
April 15, 2018 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
This spring we’re pleased to present North Patio, a music performance series over the course of three Sunday afternoons inspired by and taking place on the North Patio, one of Union Station’s most intimate, verdant courtyard spaces that was originally designed as an outdoor waiting room in 1939.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: North Patio – 1 – Mary Lattimore
April 8, 2018 from 2:00pm - 4:00pm
We're pleased to present a music performance featuring Mary Lattimore series over the course of three Sunday afternoons inspired by and taking place on the North Patio, one of Union Station’s most intimate, verdant courtyard spaces that was originally designed as an outdoor waiting room in 1939.
Additional InformationJose Dávila: Sense Of Place
January 10 - April 20, 2018
Los Angeles Nomadic Division has commissioned Guadalajara-based artist Jose Dàvila’s Sense of Place, a multi-site, large-scale, public sculpture exhibition migrating through, and integrating into the diverse urban landscape of Los Angeles.
Additional Information10 Hour Bach Marathon
March 24, 2018 from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
The 10 Hour Bach Marathon at Union Station returns. Join us for the celebration featuring free pop-up performances of the German composer's music by 240+ artists of all ages and from numerous backgrounds representing the beautiful diversity of our vibrant city.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Ricardo Lemvo Y Makina Loca
February 14, 2018 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join us for. free kizomba lesson by Chris Kizomba will be followed by social dancing, accompanied by live music featuring Ricardo Lemvo y Makina Loca.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Mudbug Brass Band
Procession beginning in Union Station’s East Portal at 4:00 pm
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 4 PM - 5:30 PM Procession beginning in Union Station’s East Portal at 4:00 pm Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at 4 PM - 5:30 PM
Join us in celebrating Carnival! Celebrate Mardi Gras at Union Station with The Mudbug Brass Band.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Josh Nelson & The Discovery Project
March 9, 2018 at 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Immerse yourself in a multi-disciplinary artistic collaboration and presentation as Metro Art Presents the Discovery Project.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Life Underground
January 31, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
In celebration of both the Metro Red Line's 25th birthday and the agency's 25th we are pleased to present Life Underground, an immersive media installation and interactive web documentary featuring subway rider stories from all over the globe.
Additional InformationJoyce Manor Concert
January 20, 2018 - 3pm and 8pm
Spaceland & KROQ Locals Only Present Joyce Manor with Surf Curse, Peach Kelli Pop and French Vanilla performing two shows at the historic Union Station Ticketing Hall. All ages welcome.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Wanaragua Association Of Los Angeles
December 16, 2017 4pm to 8pm - Track 14
Celebrate the spirit of the season and help those in need at the Holiday TrainFest and Toy Drive at Los Union Station. The free, family-friendly event will include holiday refreshments, a visit from Santa Claus, vintage rail cars, and an 874,346-pound steam locomotive decked out for the holidays.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With La Picante
Friday, December 22, 2017 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
It’s “A Very Salsa Christmas” at Union Station as acclaimed L.A. band La Picante performs the final Cocoa Concert of the season.
Additional InformationHoliday TrainFest And Toy Drive
Saturday, December 16, 2017 from 4pm to 8pm
Celebrate the spirit of the season and help those in need at the Holiday TrainFest and Toy Drive at Los Union Station.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With Jonathan Stout And His Campus Five
December 15, 2017 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Celebrate the season with Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five. One of L.A.’s premier swing bands, bop into Union Station’s historic south patio for a lively Cocoa Concert.
Additional InformationCocoa Concert With DC6 Singers
December 8, 2017 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a rollicking holiday sing-a-long with the multi-cultural and multi-generational DC6 Singers. The talented ensemble, representing the diverse cultural landscape of Los Angeles, will cover all the holiday favorites.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents : L.A. Documentaries At Union Station #3 | “This Is The Life”
December 1, 2017 at 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Metro Art is pleased to present “This is the Life,” (2008, 97 min, Dir. Ava DuVernay) as the final installment of our documentary series about Los Angeles. Introduction by special guest B. Hall.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Phil Ranelin Jazz Ensemble
November 17, 2017 at 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join Metro Art in welcoming The Phil Ranelin Jazz Ensemble to Union Station for a rush hour Jazz concert.
Additional InformationGrand Opening – Union Station Metro Bike Hub
November 15, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of the Union Station Metro Bike Hub. The opening ceremony will begin at 9:00 a.m. and will include tours and treats.
Additional InformationSteve Bartkoski Jazz Ensemble
November 2, 2017 from 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
The Steve Bartkoski Jazz Ensemble performs a varied program of jazz, gospel and blues in the Union Station Waiting Room. The ensemble is part of the Lake Avenue Church Goldline Series which has concerts the first Thursday of every month.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents : L.A. Documentaries At Union Station #2 | “Mur Murs”
November 3, 2017 from 8pm to 10pm
Metro Art is pleased to present “Mur Murs,” (1981, 80 min, Dir. Agnès Varda) as the next installment of our documentary series about Los Angeles.Introduction by Artist Richard Wyatt.
Additional InformationL.A. History: A Mexican Perspective
Barbara Carrasco’s Landmark Mural L.a. History: A Mexican Perspective
September 29 – October 22, 2017 from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Barbara Carrasco’s landmark mural, L.A. History: A Mexican Perspective will be on display in Union Station Historic Ticketing Hall. The extraordinary 80-foot mural is part of LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes and California Historical Society’s exhibition, ¡Murales Rebeldes! L.A. Chicana/o Murals Under Siege.
Additional InformationL.A. Documentaries At Union Station #1 -“Roller Dreams”
October 13, 2017 from 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Metro Art is pleased to present “Roller Dreams,” (2017, 82 min, Dir. Kate Hickey) as the first installment of our documentary series about Los Angeles.
Additional InformationMetro Art “Journeys” | Artist-Led Tour #3
September 23, 2017 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am
In conjunction with the new photo light box passageway exhibition "Journeys: L.A. Communities Through the Eyes of Artists," Metro Art has organized a series of artist-led tours at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: The Cory Beers Cimbalom Band
September 22, 2017 from 4pm to 6pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming The Cory Beers Cimbalom Band to Union Station for an afternoon of traditional Eastern European music.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: La Opera At Union Station
August 31, 2017 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Metro Art is collaborating with the LA Opera to present an exclusive sampling of Georges Bizet's classic opera, Carmen. For one night only, the station's historic ticketing hall will be transformed into the south of Spain featuring select scenes from one of the world’s most beloved operas.
LA Weekly Artopia
August 26, 2017 from 8:00 pm 11:00 pm
LA Weekly’s fifth annual art party, Artopia, is a celebration of the vibrant arts and culture scene in Los Angeles. Internet radio network and DJ collective dublab will curate this year’s event.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights At Union Station
August 25, 2017 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Metro Art Presents is pleased to announce the “Summer Nights at Union Station” series in collaboration with KCRW’s long running signature “Summer Nights” series. Dancing, games, food and drink will flow in one of downtown’s most iconic landmarks.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Capoeira Exchange X
August 9, 2019 from 8pm to 11pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming the Capoeira Exchange for an afternoon of movement and music as we explore the beautiful, entrancing practice of capoeira.
Additional InformationMetro Art “Journeys” | Artist-Led Tour #2
August 19, 2017 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am
In conjunction with the new photo light box passageway exhibition "Journeys: L.A. Communities Through the Eyes of Artists," Metro Art has organized a series of artist-led tours at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: KCRW Summer Nights At Union Station
August 1, 2017 from 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Metro Art Presents is pleased to announce the “Summer Nights at Union Station” series in collaboration with KCRW’s long running signature “Summer Nights” series. Join us for luscious, danceable grooves, games, food and drink in one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Capoeira Exchange 007
August 6, 2017 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Metro Art Presents is thrilled to host another exhilarating and interactive Capoeira Exchange.
Additional InformationMetro Art “Journeys” | Artist-Led Tour #1
July 22, 2017 from 10:30 am - 11:30 am
In conjunction with the new photo light box passageway exhibition "Journeys: L.A. Communities Through the Eyes of Artists," Metro Art has organized a series of artist-led tours at Union Station.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Chester Whitmore’s Tap & Jazz Revue
July 14, 2017 from 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Metro Art Presents is thrilled to feature the legendary Chester Witmore as part of a special evening of tap dance and music performances.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Rumbankete
July 07, 2017 from 8:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Metro Art Presents is thrilled to feature the legendary Chester Witmore as part of a special evening of tap dance and music performances.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Frank Fairfield And Meredith Axelrod
Friday, June 30, 2017 from 4:00 pm – 6:00pm
Metro Art Presents is thrilled to feature the legendary Chester Witmore as part of a special evening of tap dance and music performances.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Sci-Fi At Union Station – “Her”
June 9, 2017 from 8:30 – 10:30pm
Metro Art presents “Her,” (2013, 126 min, Dir. Spike Jonze) as the final installment of our Sci-Fi at Union Station series.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Desert Cahuilla Birdsingers
May 19, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:00pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming the Desert Cahuilla Birdsingers for a musical performance at Union Station Los Angeles.
Metro Art Presents: Sci-Fi At Union Station | “Them!”
May 12, 2017 from 8:30 – 10:30pm (Doors at 8:00pm)
Metro Art presents “Them!,” (1954, 94 min, Dir. Gordon Douglas) as the next installment of our Sci-Fi at Union Station series. Special guest to introduce the film
Cinco De Mayo Celebration
May 19, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:00pm
Kick off your Cinco De Mayo Celebration on the station’s historic South Patio featuring music from the Grammy Award Winning Mariachi Divas, margaritas and Mexican beer from Traxx Restaurant, tacos from Yucas and a 6:30 p.m. dance performance by the "Pollitos" from the Ballet Folklorico Mexico Azteca.
Additional InformationNordic: A Photographic Essay Of Landscapes, Food And People
May 1 – May 3, 2017 from 8:00 am - 10:00pm Daily
Known as one of the top chefs in the world for his work at Fäviken Magasinet, internationally lauded chef Magnus Nilsson was assigned by Phaidon Press to document the origins of Nordic cuisine. The result was a monumental collection of 700 recipes in The Nordic Cookbook.
Metro Art Presents: Kamau Daáood
April 28, 2017 from 4:00 - 5:30pm
Join us in celebrating National Poetry Month as we welcome legendary Los Angeles performance poet, Kamau Daáood.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents | Charles Phoenix: Southern Californialand
April 21, 2017 from 8:30 - 10:00pm
Metro Art Los Angeles presents Ambassador of Americana, Charles Phoenix, and his fun-fueled whirlwind slide show adventure exploring SoCal’s undiscovered, underrated and misunderstood mid-century architectural gems past and present.
Additional InformationDodger Stadium Express – 2017
April 2017
Take the Dodger Stadium Express from Union Station.
Metro Art Presents: Sci-Fi At Union Station | “Blade Runner”
April 5, 2017 from 7:30 – 9:30pm
Metro Art presents “Blade Runner,” (1982, 117 min, Dir. Ridley Scott, 2007 Final Cut) as the first in our Sci-Fi at Union Station series.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Josef Leimberg & The Astral Progressions Ensemble
May 19, 2017 from 4:00 - 6:00pm
Metro Art Los Angeles is pleased to welcome Josef Leimberg & The Astral Progressions Ensemble to Union Station for a night of cosmic instrumentalism.
Bach in the Subway LA
March 18, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
A Bach Birthday Celebration Featuring a 10-hour Bach Marathon at L.A’s Iconic Union Station
Additional InformationBarbershop Pop-Up
March 16, 2017, 11:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming the Desert Cahuilla Birdsingers for a musical performance at Union Station Los Angeles.
Metro Art Presents: Tangótico, Carlos Barrionuevo & Mayte Valdes
February 14, 2017 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Join Metro Art Los Angeles in welcoming the Desert Cahuilla Birdsingers for a musical performance at Union Station Los Angeles.
Auto Club Speedway Day
March 9, 2017 from 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Metrolink will celebrate Auto Club Speedway Day at L.A.’s Union Station with free giveaways and tickets to highlight Metrolink’s service to the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Auto Club 400 race on March 26.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith | Gifted & Blessed
March 3, 2017 from 8:30 - 10:30pm
Join Metro Art Los Angeles for an evening of sublime and ethereal performances by Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith and Gifted & Blessed in Union Station's Historic Ticketing Hall.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents: Vardan Ovsepian Chamber Ensemble (VOCE)
February 3, 2017 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Metro Art presents the sounds of the Vardan Ovsepian Chamber Ensemble (VOCE) in Union Station's Historic Ticketing Hall!
Metro Art Presents: Joey Dosik
January 27, 2017 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Join Metro Art as we welcome Joey Dosik for a soundsation free performance in Union Station!
A Night In The Seraglio
January 17, 2017 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Los Angeles Opera Takes Over Union Station For An Experiential Pop-up Event!
Metro Art Presents: Thalma & Laércio De Freitas
January 13, 2017 from 8:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Metro Art Los Angeles is pleased to present the musical stylings of Thalma & Laércio de Freitas performing together during a free nightime concert!
Additional InformationCocoa Concert Series
December 16th and 23rd from 6pm to 8pm
This Christmas season, Union Station’s majestic south patio will be transformed into a hub of holiday entertainment with three distinctive and diverse “Cocoa Concerts".
Additional InformationCameras And Dancers
December 4, 2016 from 8am to 3pm
We're Partnering With The Annenberg Space For Photography For An Incredible Photography Workshop.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Film Noir At Union Station | “Too Late For Tears” (1949)
December 2, 2016 from 8:00pm – 9:30pm
We are pleased to welcome Richard Duryea, son of Dan Duryea, to introduce the film alongside Alan K. Rode, writer, historian, film programmer and film noir expert.
Additional InformationUnion Station Tree Lighting And Cocoa Concert
December 1, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.
Union Station will summon the sounds of Christmas with the Annual Tree Lighting on the station’s South Patio, accompanied by an extraordinary collaboration from the renowned All-American Boys Chorus and L.A’s Kaleidoscope Chamber Orchestra
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Tres Souls
November 18, 2016 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Adding a fresh sound and bilingual repertoire, Tres Souls creates an environment of celebration and appreciation of the musical richness of Latin America.
Additional InformationGreen Bowl 2go Anniversary Special
November 15, 2016
GREEN BOWL 2go Marks Its One Year Anniversary on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 with a Special Offer: Buy Any Salad/Wrap and Get a Second for Half Off All Day.
Additional InformationVeterans Day Sock Drive + Push-Up Event
November 10, 2016 from 6am to 6pm
Show your support for Veterans at Union Station! Donate a new pair of white socks for homeless Vets and do a push-up or two to honor all Vets.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Film Noir At Union Station – “CRISS CROSS” 1949
November 4, 2017 8:00pm - 9:00pm
A special screening of "Criss Cross" at Union Station with free admission.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents The Makers | Artist Conversation #3 Roy Dowell, June Edmonds And Michael Massenburg
October 20, 2016 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The event is hosted in conjunction with an exhibition at Union Station, The Makers, featuring portraits by artist Todd Gray.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Film Noir At Union Station – “Union Station” (1950)
October 7, 2016 8:00pm – 9:30pm
The first in our Film Noir at Union Station series in collaboration with the Film Noir Foundation, we are pleased to present "UNION STATION” (1950, Paramount, 80 min. Dir. Rudolph Mate).
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Mahan Esfahani
October 2, 2016 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Union Station collaborates to host a new series and features Mahan Esfahani, who has ushered the harpsichord into the mainstream, performing in leading venues with major orchestras across Europe and the Far East.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents The Makers | Artist Conversation #2 Carmen Argote, Martin Durazo And Jessica Polzin Mccoy
September 21, 206 from 7:00pm - 8:30pm
The event is hosted in conjunction with an exhibition at Union Station, The Makers, featuring portraits by artist Todd Gray. This special series of conversations provides a unique opportunity to learn about the people behind the 150+ artworks in the fast-growing Metro system. Hear their stories and learn about their concepts and processes.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Among Us
September 19, 20, 2016 from 9am - 9:40am
Among Us is an immersive sound experience about the human instinct to belong, about the tension between the individual and the community, and about what you are willing to give up to not be alone.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Kaleidoscope Chamber Orchestra
September 16, 2016 9:30pm - 12:30am
Metro Art Presents showcases this special late night concert with Kaleidoscope, LA’s award winning conductor-less orchestra! The program features the exciting world premiere of Mosaic by Charles Peck, Beethoven Symphony No. 6 “Pastoral”, and an after party with DJ GAL mixing electronic music and dancing!
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents INGA
September 2, 2016 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Metro Art presents INGA at Union Station in the historic Waiting Room
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents The Makers | Artist Conversation #1 Todd Gray, Ken Gonzales-day And Phung Huynh
August 25, 7:00 - 8:30pm
This special series of conversations provides a unique opportunity to learn about the people behind the 150+ artworks in the fast-growing Metro system. Hear their stories and learn about their concepts and processes.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents Capoeira Exchange
August 21, 2016 from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
We're thrilled to host another Capoeira Exchange, bringing together the capoeira community to play, share and exchange knowledge of this beautiful Afro-Brazilian art form with the public.
Additional InformationMetro Art Presents The Floor + The Open Floor Society
August 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for the last in our summer series with The Floor Improv! Together with instructors from The Open Floor Society we invite Metro riders and the L.A. community of ALL AGES to learn a few steps of multiple styles of dance and movement, then to join us for the THE FLOOR Improv jam!
Additional InformationMETRO Art Moves Art & Architecture Tour of Union Station
August 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Led by Metro Art Docents, the free tour covers Union Station art, architecture and spaces not generally open to the public, including the Historic Ticketing Hall.
Additional InformationCabinet of Curiosities
August 6 - 31, 2016
Cabinet of Curiosities is a stunning and imaginative exhibition of Los Angeles-based artists featuring a series of mysterious worlds that are viewed through peepholes.
Additional InformationLive Nations Ones to Watch Concert Series
Live Nation’s Ones To Watch & KROQ Locals Only Presents Summer Concerts At Union Station
September, 2016 from 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This original composition by Nailah Hunter is inspired by the morning light in Union Station’s historic Ticketing Hall, the luminous anticipation one feels before embarking on a long journey and what that might sound like.