Night at the Library: A Century of Light

Night at the Library: A Century of Light

Saturday, May 2, 2026, 7-11pm

Richard J. Riordan Central Library

630 W. 5th Street

Los Angeles, CA 90071

$30 General admission tickets, $150 VIP tickets

Celebrate a century of light at the iconic Richard J. Riordan Central Library in Downtown Los Angeles with an immersive festival featuring more than 200 performers, artists, and storytellers. Discover interactive art installations around every corner, delight in surprise performances, engage in intimate conversations with creators, and enjoy live music, DJ sets, local food and drink, and dancing among the stacks!

Night at the Library transforms the beloved historic Central Library into a vibrant, after-hours playground—celebrating 100 years of illumination, inspiration, and impact in spectacular style.

Info: Please note: last entry for Night at the Library is at 10pm.

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